Thornton Tomasetti

Thornton Tomasetti is a New York City-based structural engineering firm that provides consulting services for a wide range of building types, from skyscrapers and stadiums to bridges and cultural institutions. Founded in 1949 by John G. Thornton and Stanley R. Tomasetti, the company has grown to become one of the largest and most respected structural engineering firms in the world. With over 1,000 employees across 15 offices in the United States, China, and the United Kingdom, Thornton Tomasetti has worked on more than 1,000 projects worldwide, including many iconic buildings and landmark structures. The company's expertise spans structural engineering, architecture, interior design, and construction management.

History

Thornton Tomasetti was founded in 1949 by John G. Thornton and Stanley R. Tomasetti, two experienced structural engineers who had previously worked together at the New York City-based firm of Jenney & White. The company's early projects included work on several New York City skyscrapers, including the Empire State Building and the Chrysler Building. Over the years, Thornton Tomasetti has continued to grow and expand its services, opening new offices in the United States and internationally. In 2015, the company was ranked as one of the top 10 structural engineering firms in the world by Engineering News-Record.

Services

Thornton Tomasetti provides a wide range of services, including structural engineering, architecture, interior design, and construction management. The company's structural engineers and architects work closely together to design and develop innovative solutions for a wide range of building types, from high-rise buildings and stadiums to museums and cultural institutions. Thornton Tomasetti also provides specialized services, such as wind engineering, seismic design, and materials science. The company has a strong commitment to research and development, and has developed several innovative structural systems and building technologies.

Notable projects

Thornton Tomasetti has worked on many notable projects around the world, including the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, the Shanghai Tower in Shanghai, and the One World Trade Center in New York City. The company has also worked on several stadiums, including Wembley Stadium in London and AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Other notable projects include the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain, the Museum of Modern Art in New York City, and the National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D.C..

Acquisitions and subsidiaries

In 2014, Thornton Tomasetti acquired the structural engineering firm of Weidlinger Associates, expanding its presence in the United States and internationally. The company has also acquired several other structural engineering firms, including Beca Group and SVS Engineers. Thornton Tomasetti has several subsidiaries, including Thornton Tomasetti Structural Engineers, Thornton Tomasetti Architects, and Thornton Tomasetti Construction Management.

Awards and recognition

Thornton Tomasetti has received numerous awards and recognition for its work, including several awards from the American Society of Civil Engineers and the National Council of Structural Engineers. The company has also been ranked as one of the top 10 structural engineering firms in the world by Engineering News-Record. In 2019, Thornton Tomasetti was awarded the Grand Conceptor award from the American Institute of Architects for its work on the Brooklyn Botanic Garden's LuEsther T. Mertz Library.

Category:Structural engineering firms