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ARCHITECTS ENGINEERS FORENSICS

Who We Are

At The Origin Group, we’re all about understanding the ‘why’ behind buildings – why they fail, why better design matters, and why smart engineering makes all the difference. Whether we’re investigating structural issues, designing new spaces, or guiding clients through the construction process, our goal is to bring clarity, confidence, and lasting solutions. We work with schools, commercial property owners, insurance adjusters, and attorneys to solve real problems, not just check boxes. With curiosity, discovery, and a people-first mindset at our core, we’re here to answer questions, provide solutions, and help you navigate the design and construction process with confidence.

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Design & Engineering Services

We partner with school districts, municipalities, and private clients to plan, assess, design, and extend the life of their facilities. Our integrated architecture, structural engineering, and forensic services allow us to deliver practical, durable solutions – from master planning to construction and beyond.

Architecture
Thoughtful, functional design guided by real-world constraints. We create new facilities, additions, and renovations that respond to budget, schedule, and long-term operational needs – from concept through construction.
Reliable solutions backed by technical expertise. Our structural engineers support new construction, renovations, and building upgrades, with a focus on safety, durability, and constructability.
  • New Construction
  • Building Upgrades & Retrofits
  • Structural Evaluations
Helping clients make informed decisions about existing facilities. We evaluate buildings for condition, life safety, accessibility, and long-term maintenance needs, providing clear, actionable recommendations to support capital planning and funding decisions.
  • ADA / Accessibility Audits
  • Life Safety & Code Compliance
  • Deferred Maintenance Studies
  • Facility Assessments
  • Structural & Building Envelope Evaluations
  • Space Utilization Studies
Planning that aligns facilities with community goals. We guide clients through programming, feasibility studies, campus planning, and public engagement – building consensus and trust while creating clear roadmaps for the future.
  • Educational Adequacy & Programming
  • Feasibility Studies
  • Campus & Facility Master Planning
  • Long-Range Capital Planning
  • Facilitated Workshops
  • Community Outreach & Presentations
  • Pre-Referendum Planning & Support

Objective analysis when performance matters most. Our forensic engineering services include Property Loss, Building Envelope & Water Intrusion, Construction Defect, Structural Failure, Mechanical & Electrical Failure, Environmental & Civil, Geotechnical and Foundation, Origin and Cause, Product Liability, and Expert Witness & Litigation Support

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Ready to move forward?

We’d love to hear from you! Whether you’re submitting an assignment, considering a new project, or just have a question, our team is ready to listen and provide guidance every step of the way.