816 Van Ness - Stairwell Integration

COMPLETED G+R PROJECT

Project Details

Location

Los Angeles, CA

Project Size

250–300 sq. ft.

Year Completed

2025

Project Type

Residential Project

Service Type

Structural

Client

Private Owner

The project involves the design and detailing of a vertical circulation system, specifically focusing on a staircase connecting a lower and upper level. The scope includes providing comprehensive stair sections, plan views, and specific construction details for handrails and guardrails to ensure safety and code compliance. Additionally, the plans indicate a specific design focus on maintaining a minimum beam height of approximately 7′-5″ or 7′-6″ for adequate clearance.

Project Description

This project focused on the precision structural engineering and architectural integration of a multi-level stairwell system within a modern residential framework. The design prioritizes spatial efficiency by optimizing the “Lower Level” and “Upper Level” transitions, ensuring that the vertical circulation footprint remains compact while adhering to rigorous safety and building code standards.

A primary engineering challenge involved maintaining specific clearance heights under structural beams. The design successfully achieved a consistent “Beam Height” of 7′ 6″ (or 7′ 5″), providing ample headroom for occupants while navigating between floors. This required detailed sectional analysis to ensure that structural supports did not interfere with the necessary walking clearance or the aesthetic flow of the residence.

The technical scope included the development of comprehensive handrail and guardrail details to ensure user safety and structural longevity. By utilizing high-quality materials and precise anchoring methods, the engineering team provided a solution that balances minimalist visual appeal with robust stability. Every detail, from the tread sections to the rail returns, was calculated to withstand daily residential use while meeting all local “New Construction” permit requirements.

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