About Rich
Mr. Rich Farris is a forensic architect with over 37 years’ experience in the construction industry. He is knowledgeable in waterproofing, sub-grade waterproofing, roofing design, building envelopes, and a wide range of building types. He has extensive experience in the healthcare industry, where construction requirements can often be the most stringent. His healthcare work experience includes managerial positions at UT Southwestern Medical Center. He has worked for major architecture firms in Los Angeles, New York, Houston, and Dallas, which...
Mr. Rich Farris is a forensic architect with over 37 years’ experience in the construction industry. He is knowledgeable in waterproofing, sub-grade waterproofing, roofing design, building envelopes, and a wide range of building types. He has extensive experience in the healthcare industry, where construction requirements can often be the most stringent. His healthcare work experience includes managerial positions at UT Southwestern Medical Center. He has worked for major architecture firms in Los Angeles, New York, Houston, and Dallas, which includes decades of experience designing and coordinating technical solutions with electrical, mechanical, structural, and civil engineers. In property loss, Mr. Farris has worked on storm damage (hail and wind), lightning, fire, freeze, accident, and construction defects. At Envista, Mr. Farris’ diverse background allows him to consult on a wide range of forensic investigations and construction defect related claims.
Mr. Rich Farris is a forensic architect with over 37 years’ experience in the construction industry. He is knowledgeable in waterproofing, sub-grade waterproofing, roofing design, building envelopes, and a wide range of building types. He has extensive experience in the healthcare industry, where construction requirements can often be the most...
Mr. Rich Farris is a forensic architect with over 37 years’ experience in the construction industry. He is knowledgeable in waterproofing, sub-grade waterproofing, roofing design, building envelopes, and a wide range of building types. He has extensive experience in the healthcare industry, where construction requirements can often be the most stringent. His healthcare work experience includes managerial positions at UT Southwestern Medical Center. He has worked for major architecture firms in Los Angeles, New York, Houston, and Dallas, which includes decades of experience designing and coordinating technical solutions with electrical, mechanical, structural, and civil engineers. In property loss, Mr. Farris has worked on storm damage (hail and wind), lightning, fire, freeze, accident, and construction defects. At Envista, Mr. Farris’ diverse background allows him to consult on a wide range of forensic investigations and construction defect related claims.
Areas of Expertise
- Building Code Consulting – OBC and NFPA
- Building Envelope Failures
- Catastrophe Response
Education
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Master of Science in Architecture and Building DesignColumbia University – New York, NY
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Bachelor of ArchitectureRice University – Houston, TX
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Bachelor of ArtsRice University – Houston, TX
