# Hockaday Consulting

Hockaday Consulting is a structural engineering practice headquartered in Shrewsbury, Shropshire, founded in 2021 by Oscar Baldry MIStructE, a Chartered Structural Engineer. The firm specialises in designing efficient, environmentally responsible structures that prioritise sustainable material use across domestic and commercial projects.

The practice serves homeowners, timber-frame manufacturers, architects, and developers, offering comprehensive structural engineering support regardless of project scale. Their expertise encompasses timber-frame design, Passivhaus structural engineering, retrofit solutions, and modern methods of construction. They provide full design services including drawings, calculations, and detailed reports.

What distinguishes Hockaday Consulting is their design-led approach centred on material efficiency and environmental impact reduction. Rather than adopting a one-size-fits-all methodology, the team carefully selects materials based on structural strengths and project-specific requirements, prioritising timber wherever structurally appropriate. This approach delivers efficient structures that are both technically sound and environmentally conscious.

The portfolio demonstrates their capability across diverse projects—from contemporary timber-frame classroom extensions to Victorian house alterations and rear extensions. Their work reflects a commitment to sustainable design without compromising on structural integrity or quality.

For clients seeking structural engineering that balances performance, sustainability, and responsible practice, Hockaday Consulting offers a refreshingly focused alternative to generalist engineering firms, bringing both technical expertise and genuine environmental consideration to every project.