Lucas Epp is a structural engineer with more than 15 years of experience working in Canada, the UK, and New Zealand. During his studies at UBC, he spent several years working for StructureCraft, where he was responsible for modelling several large-scale timber projects including the Richmond Speed Skating Oval timber roof structure. Following a desire to explore abroad, Lucas moved to London, UK to work with Buro Happold for 5 years. While there, he designed a range of projects including cable nets for the 2012 Olympic Opening Ceremonies and a 300m tower in Kuwait. He then moved to New Zealand for 2 years, working on several seismically challenging projects prior to returning to Canada and StructureCraft in 2014.
Lucas’ expertise with complex geometry and challenging structures has led him to be involved in projects where the intimate interaction of architecture and structure is critical to the success of the project. He is passionate about timber engineering and has built a team at StructureCraft of 30 timber engineers and 3D designers hailing from around the world.He currently leads both engineering and drafting departments at StructureCraft. His proficiency in Rhino + Grasshopper, Inventor, and other 3D modelling programs facilitate consistent and clear communication between the two departments.
Lucas speaks widely across North America on mass timber design and construction, and has lectured at the Architectural Association in London, ETH Zurich, and the University of British Columbia. He is an author of the recently published Nail Laminated Timber Design Guide, and is currently involved in writing a new U.S. Mass Timber Floor Vibration Design Guide.
