Steel Gymnasium Structure – KAFD, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Project Description:

Structural design and engineering of a large steel gymnasium superstructure constructed above an existing high-rise reinforced concrete building within King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD), Riyadh.

The project involved developing and analyzing a steel framing system to accommodate the new gymnasium facility while ensuring the structural safety and serviceability of the existing building.

Scope of Work:

Structural modeling, analysis, and design of the proposed steel superstructure.

Assessment of the existing reinforced concrete building to verify its capacity to support additional loads.

Design and verification of steel framing members, connections, and supporting elements.

Evaluation of wind loads, structural stability, and lateral load effects.

Deflection and serviceability checks for the existing and proposed structural systems.

Assessment of load transfer mechanisms and supporting structural elements.

Preparation and review of structural calculations and technical design documentation.

Software: ETABS, SAP2000, SAFE, IDEA StatiCa.