Awards & Credentials 

Our commitment to excellence and innovative solutions hasn't gone unnoticed. Our journey is a testament to persistent dedication and unparalleled expertise - evident in the awards and accolades we've received over the years.

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Featured Press Articles

Making industry headlines, one featured story at a time.

New Horizons

West coast transplants make a new home in an artistically inspired beachfront bungalow.

This Green Retreat Brings the Australian Beach House to California

A Californian beach home reimagined with Australian flair, merging sustainable design with open, airy elegance.

Garage Turntables Take Your Car for a Spin

Revolutionized luxury living with an innovative garage turntable for an elegant auto display.

Extreme Measures

A client inspires his design team to overcome the spacial restrictions of a small La Jolla corner lot.

Deferential Treatment

A renovation years in the making transforms a a La Jolla home into a modern aerie.

Rock Star

Strong geometry and a consistent materials palette unites a contemporary design with a stunning cliffside site.

A Haven of Oceanfront Elegance in La Jolla

La Jolla's Marine Lair captivates with its rooftop infinity pool and seamless oceanic views.

The Essence of Coastal Living

Mediterranean charm combines with contemporary elegance to deliver breathtaking coastal views.

Modern Scandinavian Retreat in Encinitas' Moonlight Beach

A modern Scandinavian marvel rises in Encinitas, bringing a warm, personalized touch to Moonlight Beach's coastal living.
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Industry recognition

With projects reaching from California to New York, we've solidified our national presence and expertise in the industry. These honors not only celebrate our past but inspire our future for excellence in engineering.

2024 SEAOC Structural Engineering Excellence Awards: Award of Merit, Existing Structures / Retrofit / Alterations

2024 SEAOSD Structural Engineering Excellence Awards: Award of Excellence in Remodel / Retrofit

2024 SEAOSD Structural Engineering Excellence Awards: People's Choice Award

2024 San Diego Appreciation Award: Elite Residential Structures

2023 SEAOSD Excellence in Structural Engineering Awards: Award of Excellence in New Construction

2023 SEAOSD Excellence in Structural Engineering Awards: People's Choice Award

2018 SARA NY Design Awards: Design Award of Honor

2015 SEAOSD Excellence in Structual Engineering Awards: Award of Excellence in Sustainable Design

2015 SEAOC Excellence in Structural Engineering Awards: Award of Excellence in Sustainable Design

2014 ACI San Diego: Residential Award

Testimonials

Our clients say it best. From first-time experiences to long-term partnerships, we invite you to read our client’s testimonials and see why they continue to choose PEI for their structural needs.

“The principal Curtis is a pleasure to work with”
Florence Architects has enjoyed working with Patterson Engineering on several projects over the course of many years now and many more to come. The principal Curtis is a true professional and a pleasure to work with; he is very knowledgable and truly listens to the architects & owners needs.

Jason C. Florence

Principal Architect | Florence Architects

“working with Patterson engineering is a pleasure”
HLLK Architects has enjoyed working with this team on multiple projects and it's always a pleasure. Patterson Engineering is responsive, meets deadlines and provides thoughtful engineering solutions with a smile.

Hilary Lowe

Principal Architect | HLLK Architects

"I've been completely satisfied w/ the work that comes out of his office."
As an architect, I've been working closely w/ Curtis @ Patterson Engineering for years on multiple projects. He has helped me w/ everything from small structural issues to large scale federal projects. If you have the need for a great structural / civil engineer I'd recommend you give Curtis a call + discuss your project w/ him. He is friendly + very professional.

Sean Canning

Principal Architect | Ten Seventy Architecture

"Curtis is one of the most diligent engineers I've met."
I have had the pleasure of knowing Curtis since 2000 and working with him on several projects since 2006. He consistently meets deadlines and is readily available to respond to questions or comments. He is knowledgeable not only of fundamental structural engineering techniques, but also brings knowledge of cutting edge products and their applications to the table. I highly recommend Curtis for any structural engineering project."

Joseph Bartlett

Supervising Engineer | California Department of Water Resources

"I would highly recommend Curtis for any structural engineering project."
Curtis and I have worked together on several projects. His ability to work with myself as the Architect, and my clients, not against us, has made him stand out as our go-to structural engineer. His experience and open mindedness for new technologies and green building techniques helps us provide our clients with the most efficient and cost effective design solutions.

T. Dustin Hauck

President | Hauck Architecture

"Patterson Engineering is a top tier Engineering Firm."
Very easy to work with, knowledgeable and they have enough experience to know how to Engineer correctly without over Engineering.

David Kuoppamaki

Senior Designer | Kuop Designs

"The turn around time for a complex set of plans is way faster than other engineers in our industry."
I'm a high end pool contractor in San Diego. Curtis has worked with us on numerous occasions. His style of engineering has really saved us a lot of time and effort over other engineers. He is always available if we run into questions in the field, which is hard to find these days. His caisson pool designs save a lot of time and money and sometimes eliminate the need for grade beams. This saves us and clients a lot of time and money.

Bart Jacobs

Owner | La Jolla Pools

"HiGh quality, excellent engineering."
Great problem solving skills and best of all will come thru if and when your contractors make a mistake that requires further engineering to solve. My home remodel project was small by Patterson Engineering standards, but Curtis took it on and delivered high quality structural sheets to my plans. He specs everything above minimum code so that you end up with a very strong structure that can stand the test of time. I would highly recommend Patterson Engineering.

Mike D.

Home Owner / Architect

"Curtis made it easy to get my home addition approved by the city and built."
All his deliverables were detailed and on time. I have recommended Patterson Engineering to a number of friends and neighbors who all have had similar positive experiences working with the firm.

Tyler M.

Home Owner

"Honest, detailed, meticulous, what more do you want?"
I can only speak on a personal level about the integrity of Curtis and how he runs his business. I have yet to have an immediate need for a Structural Engineer myself however; when the time comes he will be my first and only choice. I have referred business to Curtis over the years and feedback I have received is nothing less than stellar.

Heather W.

Home Owner

Testimonials

Our clients say it best. From first-time experiences to long-term partnerships, we invite you to read our client’s testimonials and see why they continue to choose PEI for their structural needs.

“The principal Curtis is a pleasure to work with”
Florence Architects has enjoyed working with Patterson Engineering on several projects over the course of many years now and many more to come. The principal Curtis is a true professional and a pleasure to work with; he is very knowledgable and truly listens to the architects & owners needs.

Jason C. Florence

Principal Architect | Florence Architects

“working with Patterson engineering is a pleasure”
HLLK Architects has enjoyed working with this team on multiple projects and it's always a pleasure. Patterson Engineering is responsive, meets deadlines and provides thoughtful engineering solutions with a smile.

Hilary Lowe

Principal Architect | HLLK Architects

"I've been completely satisfied"
I've been working closely w/ Curtis @ Patterson Engineering for years on multiple projects. He has helped me w/ everything from small structural issues to large scale federal projects. If you have the need for a great structural / civil engineer I'd recommend you give Curtis a call. He is friendly + very professional.

Sean Canning

Principal Architect | Ten Seventy Architecture

"Curtis is one of the most diligent engineers I've met."
I have had the pleasure of knowing Curtis since 2000 and working with him on several projects since 2006. He consistently meets deadlines and is readily available to respond to questions or comments.

Joseph Bartlett

Supervising Engineer | California Department of Water Resources

"I would highly recommend Curtis for any structural engineering project."
Curtis and I have worked together on several projects. His ability to work with myself as the Architect, and my clients, not against us, has made him stand out as our go-to structural engineer.

T. Dustin Hauck

President | Hauck Architecture

"Patterson Engineering is a top tier Engineering Firm."
Very easy to work with, knowledgeable and they have enough experience to know how to Engineer correctly without over Engineering.

David Kuoppamaki

Senior Designer | Kuop Designs

"The turn around time for a complex set of plans is way faster than other engineers in our industry."
I'm a high end pool contractor in San Diego. Curtis has worked with us on numerous occasions. His style of engineering has really saved us a lot of time and effort over other engineers.

Bart Jacobs

Owner | La Jolla Pools

"HiGh quality, excellent engineering."
Great problem solving skills and best of all will come through if and when your contractors make a mistake that requires further engineering to solve. I would highly recommend Patterson Engineering.

Mike D.

Home Owner / Architect

"Curtis made it easy to get my home addition approved by the city and built."
All his deliverables were detailed and on time. I have recommended Patterson Engineering to a number of friends and neighbors who all have had similar positive experiences working with the firm.

Tyler M.

Home Owner

"Honest, detailed, meticulous, what more do you want?"
I have yet to have an immediate need for a Structural Engineer myself however; when the time comes he will be my first and only choice. I have referred business to Curtis over the years and feedback I have received is nothing less than stellar.

Heather W.

Home Owner

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