Business Details
15 Years
experience
Expert Architectural & Consulting Services in Allenhurst, NJ
Joseph P Tomaino, AIA Consulting Architect brings over 40 years of hands-on experience in architectural design and construction administration. Our firm specializes in delivering technically rigorous solutions for complex projects across academic, government, healthcare, and residential sectors. We combine deep expertise in building codes, historic preservation, and ADA compliance with a commitment to maintaining the highest standard of care throughout every project phase. Our litigation support services provide unbiased forensic evaluations and expert testimony for attorneys and insurance companies, leveraging decades of practical knowledge in construction defect analysis and professional liability issues.With a career spanning multiple states and leadership roles in local planning boards, we offer unparalleled insight into zoning regulations and historic preservation ordinances. Our construction loan evaluation services assist lenders in assessing project viability through detailed technical analysis. As a licensed architect in eight states, we maintain active involvement in professional organizations like the American Institute of Architects while continuously expanding our expertise through advanced training in construction technology and firm management.
Services
Architectural Design
Forensic Evaluation
Litigation Support
Construction Administration
ADA Compliance
Historic Preservation
Construction Loan Evaluations
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of architectural experience in technically complex projects
- Our team provides expert witness testimony in construction litigation cases
- We specialize in forensic evaluations of building defects and safety issues
- Our firm maintains active architectural licenses in eight states
- We deliver construction loan evaluations for banks and lending institutions
Services
Architectural Design
We provide comprehensive architectural design services from concept through construction administration. Our expertise covers academic institutions, government buildings, healthcare facilities, and residential developments. With decades of experience in complex projects up to $100 million, we ensure technical precision and code compliance while maintaining aesthetic integrity across all project phases.
Forensic Evaluation
Our forensic evaluation services identify construction defects and building system failures through detailed technical analysis. We investigate issues like defective design allegations, building safety concerns, and ADA compliance challenges. Our reports combine statutory references, construction code requirements, and practical field experience to deliver actionable insights for legal and insurance professionals.
Litigation Support
We offer expert witness services and litigation support for construction-related legal cases. Our experience includes planning/zoning testimony, standard of care evaluations, and professional liability analysis. With decades of hands-on construction knowledge, we provide clear technical documentation and courtroom testimony that helps attorneys develop effective case strategies.
Construction Administration
Our construction administration services ensure project compliance with design specifications and building codes. We provide contractor selection assistance, document preparation, and on-site oversight throughout the construction process. This includes monitoring progress against plans, addressing field changes, and ensuring technical consistency from design through project completion.
ADA Compliance
We specialize in Americans with Disabilities Act compliance assessments and remediation design. Our services identify accessibility barriers in existing facilities and develop solutions that meet federal accessibility standards. This includes evaluating building systems, circulation paths, and site features to create inclusive environments across commercial, government, and educational facilities.
People
Joseph P. Tomaino
Principal Architect
Licensed architect with 40+ years of experience in complex construction projects. Former chairman of New Jersey's Construction Board of Appeals and local Planning & Zoning Board. Expert in historic preservation and ADA compliance.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialize in?
We specialize in complex architectural design, forensic evaluations, and litigation support for academic, government, healthcare, and residential projects up to $100 million.
Do you provide expert testimony services?
Yes, we offer expert witness testimony in construction litigation cases, including planning/zoning issues, building defects, and professional liability assessments.
Which states are you licensed to practice in?
We hold active architectural licenses in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, with retired licenses in seven additional states including New York, Maryland, and Virginia.
What construction loan services do you offer?
We evaluate construction values for lenders, assess loan viability, and conduct periodic draw evaluations during construction projects to ensure regulatory compliance.
How do you handle historic preservation projects?
We apply specialized knowledge of historic guidelines and preservation ordinances, having chaired our community's Historic Preservation Ordinance development committee.
What construction administration services are available?
We provide full-spectrum construction administration including document preparation, contractor selection, and on-site oversight through project completion.
