Case Study: Remediation of Tree-Induced Foundation Movement Project Overview Background & Scope Pineapple Structures Limited was appointed to provide specialist consultation advice to the homeowner regarding structural movement impacting the rear of the property and full-width outdoor amenities. The primary objective was to investigate the underlying causes of ongoing structural distress, review historical design documentation, … Read more
Case Study: The Green IG9 Project Overview Background & Scope Preliminary structural engineering design was undertaken to enable internal space modifications at first-floor level. The proposed alterations required removing existing internal masonry partitions between the kitchen, living room, and dining areas to create an open-plan layout. To safely accommodate potentially load-bearing elements and maintain building … Read more
Case Study: Pre-Purchase Structural Assessment & Water Ingress Executive Summary Primary Observations & Overview Confidentiality Notice: Specific structural findings, defect origins, and remedial proposals remain strictly confidential. Prospective buyers or property owners seeking independent structural consultation are invited to contact Pineapple Structures Ltd directly.
Case Study: Airspace Extension & Structural Retrofit Project: Mapperley Close, London, E11 2SF (Completed 2025) Scope: Vertical Extension, Thermal Upgrade & Disproportionate Collapse Mitigation 1. Overview & Objectives Completed in 2025, this project delivered a vertical airspace extension and thermal retrofit to a three-storey residential block in London. The scheme unlocked asset value by constructing … Read more
Case Study: Stairwell Restructuring & Roof Support Situated in the historic Woodford Green Conservation Area, this large three storey property is a locally listed building situated near the Grade II listed All Saints’ Church. Originally constructed as a substantial suburban villa during the late 1700’s, the home retains the generous proportions and architectural significance typical … Read more
Case study: 15-17 Blackfriars Lane EC4V Project Overview Situated within the historic Ludgate Hill Conservation Area in the City of London, 15-17 Blackfriars Lane—historically known as Newsclip House—is a striking, detached five-story Grade II listed Victorian building. Encompassing roughly 7,480 square feet of space, the property features a ground and basement level dedicated to commercial … Read more
Case Study: Temporary Works Design at Buckhurst Hill IG9 Project Overview The Challenge PSL was commissioned at short notice to provide a comprehensive temporary works design for a two-storey rear extension on this residential property. Following an initial site inspection, the engineering team identified a significant structural constraint: the proposed conventional acrow propping would be … Read more
Case Study: Spareleaze Hill IG10 Project Overview Background & Scope The project was initiated to evaluate and maximize the potential for additional floor area at the rear of the property. Collaborating closely with the architect and the client, the engineering team set out to develop robust structural proposals that could replace an earlier single-storey scheme … Read more
Case Study: Meadway N14 Project Overview Background & Scope The project involved the comprehensive transformation of an established residential building to meet modern standards of spatial flow and architectural design. The scope required a substantial structural enlargement of the existing footprint alongside a complete overhaul of internal layouts to create light-filled, open-plan living areas. Structural … Read more
Case Study: Broad Walk N21 Project Overview Background & Scope The project comprised structural engineering services for a single storey rear extension and a comprehensive internal reconfiguration of an existing six bedroom residential property. To ensure rigorous preparation ahead of the main construction phase, comprehensive initial investigations were commissioned to thoroughly evaluate the existing building … Read more