Higgins Designs

Historic Structures & Structural Assessments in Austin

Condition assessments, landmark reports, and careful restoration. We evaluate existing and historic structures to understand how they were built and what they need, then design repairs that respect the original construction. From landmark commission reports to full restoration, we start by listening to the building.

Whether you’re weighing the feasibility of a remodel, need a condition evaluation before a purchase, or are stewarding a landmarked building, we document what’s there, explain what it means in plain language, and deliver PE-stamped reports you can act on.

And when construction requires it, we design shoring and phased repairs that keep the original fabric protected while the work happens — so an older structure comes through its next chapter intact.

Graves building: historic masonry facade supported by steel shoring towers
Graves Building — Historic Shoring
The restored facade of the historic Graves building
Graves Building — Restored

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