About us
01
NHBC
Compliance
02
Foundation
design
03
Structural Steel Design
Our Story
Delivering compliant, high-quality designs for housing developments across a wide range of ground conditions.
Specialising in NHBC and Building Regulations compliance, we support developers from foundation stage through to superstructure design, ensuring safe, efficient, and buildable solutions on every project.
Our Expertise
We offer a comprehensive range of residential structural engineering services, including:
NHBC and Building Regulations compliance
Foundation design for large-scale housing developments
Structural steel design
Reinforcement detailing
Retaining wall design
Superstructure design for traditional houses and apartment blocks up to four storeys
Design of key structural elements including steel beams, timber frames, masonry, and lintels
Robust Superstructure Designs
Residential Sector Specialists
Our work focuses exclusively on residential developments, from individual dwellings to multi-plot housing schemes. We have extensive experience designing foundations for variable and challenging ground conditions, ensuring full compliance with NHBC guidelines and local authority requirements.
We also deliver robust superstructure designs that integrate seamlessly with architectural layouts while meeting all UK Building Regulations.
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High Quality Collaboration
Collaborative Design Approach
We pride ourselves on high-quality collaboration with the wider design team, working closely with:
Architects
Geotechnical engineers
Civil engineers
This coordinated approach ensures efficient problem-solving, reduced risk on site, and well-integrated structural solutions.
Proven Quality and Trusted Clients
MAB Designs rigorous quality procedures and in-depth understanding of NHBC standards ensure that every project is delivered to a consistently high standard. This commitment has led to long-standing relationships with leading UK housebuilders, including:
Barratt Homes
David Wilson Homes
Bloor Homes
Persimmon Homes
And many others
Our reputation is built on reliability, technical excellence, and delivering designs that work both on paper and on site.
“I’ve been working with MAB Design on many different projects for a while now and it’s a great collaboration. together we have completed both single and two storey extensions and loft conversions. Working together has been made easy with good communication and meeting deadlines. It’s great to have MAB Design onboard to discuss proposals as well as problem solve.”
Niki Hooper, NH Plans