Mikvah
Structural engineering that performs - in theatres, airports, and live event spaces across the UK.
This was a technically demanding project, particularly due to the constrained urban site and the requirement for a deep, habitable basement.
Wes Payne
Structural Engineer
Mikvah
Structural Engineering
MJ Consulting Engineers led the structural and civil engineering efforts on a four-storey Mikvah development in the London Borough of Haringey, an essential facility for the community. MJC began by overseeing the demolition of existing structures, followed by the installation of an unpropped contiguous piled perimeter retaining wall, reinforced with a capping beam, and subsequent excavation to form a habitable basement.
For the superstructure, MJC designed a robust reinforced concrete framework to support the three above-ground levels, which include a second-floor plant room. Once completed, the building will feature 44 private bathrooms and six Mikvah pools, distributed across the lower floors. MJC provided a full civil and structural design service, ensuring the project met the highest standards of stability and functionality.
LIVE EveNTS
STAGE DESIGN
Working in theatres and live venues means there’s no room for error - and that’s where MJC stands out. We’re known in the industry for being calm under pressure, clear on site, and dependable from first sketch to final sign-off. It’s why so many production teams come back to us.
Tom Jeffcoat
Structural Engineer, MJ Consulting Engineers
Yes - with offices in London and Manchester and a network of experienced engineers, we deliver structural engineering solutions for theatres and performance venues throughout the UK.
Absolutely; heritage venues are a core part of our expertise. We balance preservation requirements with structural upgrades to support modern rigging, lighting, and performance demands.
Yes - from temporary structures and roof trims to signage and production rigging, we engineer solutions that deliver safety, compliance, and speed for live show environments .
Extensive - we've completed projects at Heathrow T2, T5, Gatwick, Birmingham Airport and Liverpool John Moore Airport, delivering bespoke structural designs that meet tight schedules and live-site requirements .
Yes - we perform ceiling void, roof, rigging point, and structural inspections to assess condition and readiness for production use or fit-out modifications .
Our teams are accustomed to fast-paced schedules. We’re regularly brought into projects during show rehearsals or airport closures - and we deliver reliable structural solutions under time pressure.
We work closely with architects, venue owners, contractors, production teams, and heritage bodies to ensure structural integrity, adherence to regulations, and build-ready details.
Yes, typically within 5 working days.
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Structural Support That Performs On Stage and On Site
From listed theatres and concert halls to airport concessions and live venues, we bring practical structural engineering to complex environments. Whether you're planning a refurbishment, fitting out a retail unit, or navigating venue constraints, we’ll help you make it buildable - and make it happen.