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Structural Engineering — Richmond, VA — Est. 2022
A Design Partner for Ideas Worth Building
EVOLV Engineering works alongside architects and owners from the earliest stages of design — integrating structure and creativity to ease friction, reduce rework, and bring meaningful ideas all the way to construction.
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Curiosity Before Conclusions
Before we draw a single line, we ask better questions. What is the design intent? What matters most to this team? What hasn't been considered yet? That curiosity is how we uncover structural options that keep good ideas alive — instead of shutting them down.
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Structure as Part of the Design
Structure doesn't have to fight design. When approached thoughtfully, it can support it, express it, even elevate it. We develop structural systems that honor your design intent and move projects forward with clarity — not compromise.
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Proactive Collaboration
The earlier we're at the table, the more we can do. We work proactively alongside design teams to resolve structural questions before they become costly surprises — so that projects stay on schedule, on budget, and on vision.
Ready to build differently? Contact us.
Featured Projects
Work we’re proud of, from civic spaces to adaptive reuse and new construction.
Belle Isle Shed
Structural assessment and feasibility analysis for a historic shed structure on Belle Isle, exploring adaptive possibilities for the site's future.
Department Store Repurpose
Structural evaluation and design for the transformation of a historic department store into new commercial life, in collaboration with Visioneering Studios.
Our Story
"Too many promising ideas lose momentum. Not because they lacked merit — but because the process couldn't support them."
After more than 25 years in practice, our founder Todd Burdge, PE saw this pattern repeat itself across project after project. The result wasn't just compromised design. It was frustration, missed opportunities, and buildings that could have been so much more.
EVOLV was created to work differently. Read our full story
25+
Years of Experience
Core Values
- Curiosity
- Attentiveness
- Integrity
- Ownership
- Excellence
Notes from the founder
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Year 2 — Behind the Scenes
2024 mid-year progress report
Doing vs. Taking Action
Taking The Busyness Out Of Business.
Don't just take our word for it
Working with EVOLV Engineering has been an exceptional experience. Their team produced a clean, thorough drawing set, paying close attention to important details. In addition to meeting the project schedule, the structural drawings made it through permitting without a single review comment. Communication was seamless throughout the process, with EVOLV Engineering being proactive, responsive, and timely. The quality of work delivered was to the highest standard.
James C. Hill, AIA
Fultz & Singh Architects
Collaborating with EVOLV Engineering was a true pleasure. Our earliest brainstorming sessions allowed us to make significant and impactful modifications to the design. EVOLV devised an innovative and cost-effective solution that was easy to implement. The set of drawings produced was comprehensive and elegant. Their creativity and expertise are a great asset to our firm and how we create the best design possible.
Shane Powers, NCARB
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EVOLV Engineering delivered exceptional results under a very tight schedule. They immediately took charge of the structural scope, discovering decades-old as-built drawings hidden in an attic. EVOLV modeled the entire structure in a remarkably short time and conducted a thorough feasibility study. Their dedication and swift action were instrumental in moving our project forward successfully.
Danae Dougherty
Visioneering Studios, Inc.