Celebrating Special Moments in Our Team At Michael Aubrey, we love celebrating not just the work we do, but the people who make it all happen. This month, we’re delighted to share two pieces of happy news from within our team. First up, Josh, one of our talented Structural Engineers, has celebrated a milestone birthday, […]
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Nov
Nov
Link Visiting Christmas Appeal At Michael Aubrey Barrow we’ve always believed in the power of community and in the difference that simple acts of kindness can make. This year, we’re proud to support Link Visiting and their annual Christmas Appeal, a campaign that brings comfort and companionship to people who may otherwise spend the festive […]
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Nov
Nov
This year’s Structural Awards from The Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) once again brought together the brightest and most visionary structural engineering projects from around the globe – and John Staves, our Managing Director was delighted to attend in his role as Chair of IStructE Limited. A spotlight on excellence The 2025 shortlist encompasses 34 […]
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Sep
Sep
Have you ever passed by someone on the street without realising they quietly changed the world? This week, we had the chance to spend an evening with just such a person. You might not recognise his face, but his invention touches your life every single day. I’m talking about Sir Tim Berners-Lee, the man who […]
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Aug
Aug
A recent post on LinkedIn suggested that contractors should use their “common sense” and just get on with it, rather than referring back to the structural engineer when something on site doesn’t match the drawings. On the surface, it sounds practical. After all, contractors are on site every day, they know the building, and they […]
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Aug
Aug
When thousands of UK buildings were found to contain a dangerous material, demolition was widely seen as the only answer, we believed there had to be a better solution. This year, Michael Aubrey Structural Engineers was named Berkshire’s Construction & Engineering Company of the Year 2025 at the UK Business Awards for Berkshire and also […]
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Aug
Aug
If you’ve ever been told, “We don’t do temporary works,” by a structural engineer, you’re not alone. It’s one of the most common pain points for contractors and developers. You’re trying to get a steel frame propped, a basement dug safely, or a wall retained mid-demolition and suddenly the structural engineer steps back. So, why […]
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Jul
Jul
Why Architecture and Engineering Work Better Together: Supporting Create Home Design Behind the Scenes We don’t shout much about our residential work. Our primary focus is on commercial clients; developers, building owners, architects, and contractors. But behind the scenes, we also support a steady flow of domestic projects through our sister brand, Create Home Design. […]
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Jul
Structural Engineers Can Help Save Trees in Subsidence Disputes In the wake of growing concern over the felling of protected trees due to subsidence claims, a question worth asking is: Are we exhausting all technical alternatives before reaching for the chainsaw? Across the UK, councils are being forced to choose between preserving mature trees and […]
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Jul
Jul
Never Rely on Structural Assumptions Renovating existing buildings can be incredibly rewarding, but they come with a unique set of risks. The biggest trap? Making structural assumptions without proper investigation. We were recently called to a local private school to advise on a staircase removal as part of a renovation project. Because the school was […]
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Jun
Jun
Not just a service, it’s how we think. Before we put pen to paper or open a REVIT file, we do something different: we investigate. The Structural Detective™ is our method, a calm, curious, forensic approach to understanding existing buildings before any design decisions are made. It’s not an add-on. It’s built into the way […]
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Jun
Jun
Always Using The Same Structural Engineer If you’ve worked with the same structural engineer for years, chances are things run smoothly. They know your style. They understand what matters to you. And changing consultants can feel like more hassle than it’s worth. But staying in the same lane can also mean missing new ideas, especially […]