The former Presbyterian Hospital building on Randolph Road in Albuquerque is being remodeled as a residential facility for children. The project includes an elevated gymnasium with structural challenges requiring creativity and precision in the engineering design. Construction is scheduled for the second half of 2017. This is a photo of the building prior to renovation.
[/et_pb_dp_oc_custom_item][et_pb_dp_oc_custom_item upload_image=”http://www.rebelengineeringnm.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/El_Vado_Project-2400×1600-1.jpg” show_in_lightbox=”on” use_original=”on” image_title=”El Vado Hotel Redesign, Albuquerque” image_alt_text=”El Vado Hotel Redesign, Albuquerque” image_title_text=”El Vado Hotel Redesign, Albuquerque” admin_title=”El Vado Hotel Redesign, Albuquerque” _builder_version=”4.0.9″ _dynamic_attributes=”link_option_url” link_option_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjQwNCJ9fQ==@”]This hotel and motor court is a historic landmark on Route 66 in Albuquerque, NM. The challenge was to meet all the design requirements for this mixed-use building complex, while keeping the historic character of the buildings intact. The project is currently under construction.[/et_pb_dp_oc_custom_item][et_pb_dp_oc_custom_item upload_image=”http://www.rebelengineeringnm.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Los-Poblanos-2400×1600-1.jpg” show_in_lightbox=”on” use_original=”on” image_title=”Los Poblanos Bed and Breakfast Additions, Albuquerque” image_alt_text=”Los Poblanos Bed and Breakfast Additions, Albuquerque” image_title_text=”Los Poblanos Bed and Breakfast Additions, Albuquerque” admin_title=”Los Poblanos Bed and Breakfast Additions, Albuquerque” _builder_version=”4.0.9″]Mr. Bookwalter completed structural design for the creation of two new buildings and remodeling the old milking barn into a state-of-the-art restaurant and bar. The original buildings on this property were designed by the famous Pueblo Revival architect John Gaw Meem in the 1930s. This project involved supporting the architectural intent of the new buildings with appropriate structural design, as well as maintaining the character of the historic milking barn while making structural adjustments to meet new usage requirements. The budget was approximately $2 million and construction is underway in 2017.[/et_pb_dp_oc_custom_item][et_pb_dp_oc_custom_item upload_image=”http://www.rebelengineeringnm.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/LANL-sign-by-LANL-2400×1600-2.jpg” show_in_lightbox=”on” use_original=”on” image_title=”Los Alamos National Laboratory Nuclear Materials Safety Storage Upgrade Project” image_alt_text=”Los Alamos National Laboratory Nuclear Materials Safety Storage Upgrade Project” image_title_text=”Los Alamos National Laboratory Nuclear Materials Safety Storage Upgrade Project” admin_title=”Los Alamos National Laboratory Nuclear Materials Safety Storage Upgrade Project” _builder_version=”4.0.9″ _dynamic_attributes=”link_option_url” link_option_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjQ0MyJ9fQ==@”]Mr. Bookwalter was the Lead Engineer and Engineer of Record through URS Corporation responsible for the ten-year design and construction of the $100 million Los Alamos National Laboratory Nuclear Materials Safety Storage Upgrade Project required by Congress.[/et_pb_dp_oc_custom_item][et_pb_dp_oc_custom_item upload_image=”http://www.rebelengineeringnm.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/APS-2400×1600-1.jpg” show_in_lightbox=”on” use_original=”on” image_title=”Albuquerque Public Schools Conference Center, Administrative Offices, and Warehouse” image_alt_text=”Albuquerque Public Schools Conference Center, Administrative Offices, and Warehouse” image_title_text=”Albuquerque Public Schools Conference Center, Administrative Offices, and Warehouse” admin_title=”Albuquerque Public Schools Conference Center, Administrative Offices, and Warehouse” _builder_version=”4.0.9″ _dynamic_attributes=”link_option_url” link_option_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjQzOCJ9fQ==@”]Mr. Bookwalter provided all structural engineering for remodeling an Albuquerque Public Schools warehouse into a conference center and administrative building, including the creation of a new 50,000 square foot warehouse. The budget for this project was approximately $2 million.[/et_pb_dp_oc_custom_item][et_pb_dp_oc_custom_item upload_image=”http://www.rebelengineeringnm.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Corn-Maiden-Bridge-2400×1600-1.jpg” show_in_lightbox=”on” use_original=”on” image_title=”Corn Maiden Bridge, Highway U.S. 84/285 north of Santa Fe” image_alt_text=”Corn Maiden Bridge, Highway U.S. 84/285 north of Santa Fe” image_title_text=”Corn Maiden Bridge, Highway U.S. 84/285 north of Santa Fe” admin_title=”Corn Maiden Bridge, Highway U.S. 84/285 north of Santa Fe” _builder_version=”4.0.9″ _dynamic_attributes=”link_option_url” link_option_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjQzMiJ9fQ==@”]The Corn Maiden Bridge serves as a gateway to Gabriel’s Restaurant and the frontage roads along U.S. 84/285 just north of Santa Fe. This post-tension concrete, steel, and AASHTO girder bridge was completed for the New Mexico Department of Transportation. The intention was to create a visually simple structure with clean lines that would allow for transit across highway 285, and at the same time feature a mural honoring local traditions and culture. The design of the Corn Maiden Bridge accomplished all of these goals.[/et_pb_dp_oc_custom_item][et_pb_dp_oc_custom_item upload_image=”http://www.rebelengineeringnm.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/railyard_project-2400×1600-1.jpg” show_in_lightbox=”on” use_original=”on” image_title=”Santa Fe Railyard Park and Plaza, Santa Fe, NM” image_alt_text=”Santa Fe Railyard Park and Plaza, Santa Fe, NM” image_title_text=”Santa Fe Railyard Park and Plaza, Santa Fe, NM” admin_title=”Santa Fe Railyard Park and Plaza, Santa Fe, NM” _builder_version=”4.0.9″ _dynamic_attributes=”link_option_url” link_option_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjI5NCJ9fQ==@”]This mixed-use park, esplanade, and town meeting area is a centerpiece for public engagement in the middle of the city of Santa Fe. The goal was to create a public space that would encourage a wide range of use by residents and visitors of all ages. The project has been successful. Young and old use the park regularly for the weekly farmer’s market, arts fairs, community outdoor events and movies, and daily recreation. Mr. Bookwalter was the principal civil and structural engineer and Engineer of Record for this approximately $5 million project. [/et_pb_dp_oc_custom_item][/et_pb_dp_oc_custom]
REBel Engineering Design Projects
Here is a sample portfolio of government, commercial, and residential projects designed by Robert E. Bookwalter, principal of REBel Engineering and Design, Inc. Please feel free to contact Mr. Bookwalter directly for information about the latest REBel Engineering Design projects.
Government
Santa Fe Railyard Park and Plaza, Santa Fe, NM
Corn Maiden Bridge, Highway U.S. 84/285 North of Santa Fe, NM
Albuquerque Public Schools Conference Center, Administrative Offices, and Warehouse, Albuquerque, NM
Los Alamos National Laboratory, Nuclear Materials Safety Storage Upgrade Project, Los Alamos, NM
Commercial
Los Poblanos Bed and Breakfast Additions, Albuquerque, NM
El Vado Hotel Redesign, Albuquerque, NM
Randolph Building Redesign, Albuquerque, NM
Bobcat Bite Restaurant and Bar Redesign, Santa Fe, NM
Residential
Private Residence, Albuquerque, NM
Mr. Bookwalter is also currently serving as an expert witness for structural and civil engineering-related litigation.
NOTE: These projects were completed for Armstrong Group, Inc., URS Corporation, Louis Berger Group. and Design Plus LLC.
REB.el Engineering & Design Partners
REBel Engineering & Design partners with Northern New Mexico architects, builders, developers, realtors, and other building development organizations including:
- AOS Architects
- Architectural Alliance, Inc.
- Design Plus LLC
- Project Masters, Brian Gianardi, 505-920-3659, b.gianardi62@gmail.com