Private Residence at Lot 2C, Calijanda Estate
St. James, Barbados | Completed 2024
LOCATION
St. James, Barbados
CLIENT
Mr. Richard Bradlow
DURATION
2022 – 2024
STATUS
Completed
Scope of Services
Project Overview
This project involved the structural design and site management of a two-storey reinforced concrete and structural steel private residence at Lot 2C, Calijanda Estate. The residence includes a basement housing a gym, drying area, and pump room, along with an outdoor swimming pool, pool deck, and two gazebos.
AAAL provided comprehensive engineering services, from concept calculations to detailed drawings, ensuring structural integrity across complex features such as large spans and elevated pool decks.
Engineering Challenges & Solutions
Challenge:
Large structural spans due to the open floor plan.
Solution:
Incorporated pre-cast reinforced concrete slabs, reinforced beams, and columns to safely support the pool deck and ground floor.
Challenge:
Elevated infinity pool finishing 20 feet above the existing ground.
Solution:
Designed retaining walls and ground-bearing slabs to achieve the required pool elevation.
Challenge:
Sloping site requiring stepped foundations.
Solution:
Implemented stepped foundations with retaining walls.
Challenge:
Support for the central first floor and roof.
Solution:
Designed a structural steel frame to manage loads efficiently.
Key Design Elements / Technical Features
Reinforced concrete slabs and beams for ground and first floors.
Structural steel framing for the central floor and roof support.
Retaining walls integrated with stepped foundations.
The roof and pool deck drainage system collects rainwater into the basement storage tanks for reuse.
Project Outcome / Status
Civil and structural works were completed in April 2024, meeting design specifications and structural performance requirements.
Engineer’s Role
Completed structural designs of reinforced concrete and blockwork swimming pool, slabs, and beams. Produced detailed engineering drawings and bar bending schedules for foundations, pool, pool deck, and floors. Conducted routine inspections to ensure compliance with specifications and prepared progress reports for the client at major construction milestones.
