Category Case Studies

Project Overview A structural assessment was undertaken for an existing in-ground reinforced concrete swimming pool following concerns regarding the structural adequacy of the pool shell and surrounding retaining walls. The pool had remained empty for an extended period and exhibited…

Project Overview A residential construction project involved the installation of an in-ground reinforced concrete swimming pool on a sloping suburban site in South-East Queensland. Due to limited backyard space and architectural requirements, a masonry retaining wall was constructed immediately adjacent…

1. Project Overview A 25-storey residential high-rise development in coastal East coast included a 3 level basement car park constructed below groundwater table. The basement was retained using a contiguous bored pile wall system with shotcrete infill. The design intent…

1. Background A 30-year-old reinforced masonry Holiday Apartments building exhibited signs of structural deterioration within the basement level. The structure consists of core-filled concrete masonry block (CMU) walls forming retaining and load-bearing walls for the entire building. During a routine…

1. Background A residential retirement village in South-East Queensland contained several caravan homes installed on concrete and timber block supports. Due to minor settlement in the ground, periodic flooding and insufficient stormwater drainage, the village management initiated a lifting and re-levelling…

Background In early 2025, a severe tropical cyclone, Alfred, impacted several residential and commercial properties along the Queensland coast. The high winds and torrential rainfall caused widespread structural damage, including roof uplifts, water ingress, and façade deterioration, outdoor structure. Following…

Background In Queensland, new residential buildings and Dwellings are covered by QBCC statutory insurance that protects owners against structural defects for up to six years and six months after practical completion.Many property owners and body corporate committees are unaware that…

Background A residential property in South-East Queensland had a concrete sleeper retaining wall constructed to provide support to a landscaped area. The retaining wall, approximately 1600mm in height and 25 metres in length, was constructed by a licensed concrete contractor engaged under the Queensland Building and…

Background A client lodged a claim with their home and contents insurance provider following significant damage to their property caused by a recent cyclone Alfred, which hit the Gold Coast area. The damage included a collapsed fence, large cracks, and…

Background The building is a Victorian-era residential property located in Brisbane, Queensland, and is listed on the Queensland Heritage Register due to its historical significance and unique architectural features. In early 2023, the owner-initiated renovation works to restore the decaying…