April joins Allester Engineering from Revelstoke, BC. She has been lending her structural expertise to our projects all across the province.

What’s one of the most interesting or challenging projects you’ve worked on?

One recent project I worked on involved an historic church featuring large, exposed glulam arches. The arches required remediation and strengthening to accommodate a renovation, but conventional engineering solutions would have compromised the aesthetic integrity of the existing structure. Through innovative design strategies, we developed a solution that both preserved the visual appeal of the exposed arches and effectively met the structural requirements.

Looking to the future, how do you envision the role of structural engineers evolving in response to sustainability and environmental concerns?

In BC, the role of structural engineers will increasingly focus on incorporating sustainable building materials into every project, allowing engineers to reduce carbon footprints while maintaining structural integrity. We will also see a greater emphasis on designing energy-efficient buildings that align with local environmental conditions and climate goals. As climate change intensifies, structural engineers will play a key role in creating resilient infrastructure capable of withstanding extreme weather events while minimizing environmental impact.

We’re excited to have April on board!