A safe, modern structural design
PH The Balcony is a high-rise residential project in Panama that reflects ADIPSA’s focus on engineering quality and constructability. Its reinforced concrete structure uses a dual system of shear walls and special moment frames to keep the building stable and safe under gravity, wind and seismic loads.
Analysis and BIM coordination
During design, the team used ETABS to evaluate the building under vertical and seismic loads. The project was then modeled in Tekla Structures, which produced high-precision shop drawings and improved coordination between architecture, structure and MEP.
Results
- Structural safety in a high-seismicity zone.
- Less material thanks to post-tensioned slabs.
- Larger open spaces for residents.
- Efficient execution through a digital, model-based workflow.
