The Structural Engineer

This CPD module, sponsored by Fatzer, aims to support readers to develop an understanding of the engineering behind critical cable structures.

This CPD module, sponsored by Oasys, examines the use of static linear analysis for modelling building and bridge structures and how to generate realistic, accurate results.

This CPD module, sponsored by Metsa, introduces readers to laminated veneer lumber (LVL), before summarising the design of an LVL beam with connections.

This first article in the series looks at the provision of continued lateral stability of existing low-rise, loadbearing masonry buildings upon being structurally altered to form a large opening.

Allan Mann provides an overview of some of the most in-demand domestic alterations in the UK and the specific issues that tend to arise.

This note provides an introduction to construction sequence modelling with examples and advice.

This month's report raises concerns about the structural design for the removal of a loadbearing wall during a refurbishment.

The IStructE has published a new guide aiming to clarify the role of the structural engineer in designing building structures for fire and explain how compliance with the functional requirements of the Building Regulations can be achieved.

This month's report raises concerns regarding the fire performance of resin-based anchoring systems and fibre-reinforced polymer strengthening solutions used within building structures, particularly in retrofit and alteration projects.

Winner of the Institution's annual Kenneth Severn Award, Rena Vogelzang, answers President Brian Uy's essay question on structural efficiency, embodied carbon and maintaining public safety.

This article by Malcolm Turpin considers the key categories of computers and software in structural engineering and their implications for the structural engineer.

This article – the winning entry to the IStructE Research into Practice case study competition in 2025 – describes research and development undertaken for design of the four facade towers for the Sagrada Familia church in Barcelona.

This article describes the eventual solution for raising a property in Wiltshire and how the decision was reached.

This article provides an overview of the structural engineering design for Everton Football Club's new stadium.

This article describes the design and construction for the Lucie-Breard footbridge in Paris, France, explaining how a reused bridge deck was incorporated into the project.

This month's letters include the answer to a two-year-old mystery wall query and the Venezuela earthquake and the role of no-fines concrete.

The building control regime in Scotland provides a level of rigour that Victoria Tinney finds reassuring; two years since establishing her own practice in Glasgow, she talks to Helena Russell about the Scottish building warrant system and the power of sketching.

This month's letters discuss foundations in shrinkable ground and highlight a survey on structural optimisation in practice.

A round-up of events at Institution HQ and around the regional groups.

In this feature, we share news, updates and initiatives from the Institution's regional group network around the world. This month, we hear from regional groups in the UK, Canada and Singapore.

Associate Editor, Man-Tai Chen, has chosen a paper investigating the axial stress-strain behaviour of carbon fibre-reinforced polymer-confined recycled fine aggregate concrete as the Featured Article for Volume 87 of Structures .