Structural Engineering Companies in Austin

“I started my journey with Hush House, who I found right here on Houzz, a little over a year ago. Marcus was the perfect choice since he lived close to my area, but I think it would have worked out even if we didn't live nearby. Marcus and I worked closely together to create a beautiful design that will complement my current house, which is very Tuscan with lots of rock work, wrought Iron doors and round turret's. His knowledge and creativity were instrumental in creating this little jewel! We broke ground 2 weeks ago and watching this from the ground up is going to be incredible. My builder said it will take about a year, not because of the size but because of the design, with its circular rooms and intricate bridge connecting the new addition to our current house, which is exactly what I asked for. Working with Marcus has been fun, creative, and lots of brainstorming with such a brilliant designer. I'm so happy I choose Hush House for my project. If I were to do it again, I'd choose Marcus hands down. I have included a picture of my current house and, later, a photo of the addition when its farther along.”

“We hired Katz to undertake a significant renovation of our home, a roughly 3,000 sq ft split-level, and the project ran from March 2023 through March 2025. The scope was extensive: adding approximately 900 sq ft, primarily by building a new second floor over the original primary bedroom to create a new primary suite with views, while also gut-renovating the rest of the house down to the studs. The renovation included complete replacement of electrical and plumbing systems, replacement of all windows, spray foam insulation throughout the exterior walls, expansion of the rear footprint, and updates to all major living spaces. One of the defining challenges was a protected heritage oak tree governed by city regulations. Katz proactively brought in an arborist and worked closely with the city to preserve the tree while shaping the design so the new second story fit beneath it, which speaks to their professionalism and problem-solving approach. Katz also provided design support to help develop the new primary suite while keeping the rest of the house functional and thoughtfully updated without unnecessary changes. They helped future-proof the home by incorporating accessibility-minded features such as a curb-free primary shower and planning for a lift. We were also supported extensively in making finish selections—plumbing fixtures, kitchen design, lighting, tile, flooring, and more—through their recommended designer, Inés Lombardi, who was a joy to work with. Midway through the project, Zack and AC joined the team as project managers. Both were highly organized, proactive, and consistently ahead of issues. Problems were often resolved before we even realized they existed, which made a meaningful difference over the long timeline. Budget awareness was a constant theme throughout the project. Katz ensured we understood the implications of design or material changes and never allowed decisions that would significantly impact the budget without transparency. This approach built trust and helped avoid unpleasant surprises. The quality of the subcontractors Katz works with is outstanding. When an original cabinetry vendor proved unreliable, Katz switched vendors, which paid off tremendously. The cabinetry throughout the home—including the kitchen, multiple bathrooms, and office/library—is exceptional. The plumber was an artist, thoughtfully future-proofing systems, and the flooring team went above and beyond, including carefully matching wood flooring color on site to a showroom selection. On a personal level, Lucy and Joel are wonderful to work with. Lucy makes you feel genuinely cared for, while Joel brings deep expertise and steady leadership. Large renovations are never easy, but working with Katz gave us confidence that quality would not be compromised and issues would be handled professionally. We are extremely happy with our home and would not hesitate to recommend Katz to anyone considering a complex, high-quality renovation.”

“Carissa was absolutely amazing with all steps of the permitting process. Without question she helped us expedite the city permitting process. With her help we had absolutely ZERO problems. Communication was excellent, clear, and her predictions were spot on perfect! Very strong interpersonally as well.”