Experience
Frank Xiong has a wide range of experience in water intrusion investigations, window condition assessments, materials testing, waterproofing design, roofing design, concrete repair, and design reviews. He specializes in water leakage, deterioration, and other issues involving building enclosures.
Mr. Xiong has led investigations, developed design documents, and been involved in construction period phases of numerous building repair projects. He has also performed and supervised the testing of exterior cladding components based on standards developed by ASTM International, ANSI, and the American Architectural Manufacturers Association, as well as procedures developed for specific projects.
Mr. Xiong has worked with architects, condominium association, contractors, institutional facility managers, insurance companies, and commercial property managers on numerous projects. He also has experience working with government agencies including the Hawai’i Department of Education, the University of Hawai’i, and Hawai’i Department of Accounting and General Services.
REPRESENTATIVE PROJECTS
Architectural Testing
- 1133 Waimanu Condominium Building - Honolulu, HI: Roof condition assessment
- Luxury Row Retail Building - Honolulu, HI: Roof condition assessment
- University of Hawai’i at Mānoa - Honolulu, HI: Water leakage investigations at various buildings
- Sheraton Waikiki - Honolulu, HI: Water infiltration testing
Coatings and Sealants
- One Waterfront Tower - Honolulu, HI: Sealant adhesion testing, curtain wall sealant repair, and construction period services
- Capitol Place Condominium - Honolulu, HI: Exterior coating adhesion testing
- Royal Kuhio Condominium - Honolulu, HI: Facade condition assessment
Repair and Rehabilitation
- Mt. Terrace Condominium Window Replacement - Honolulu, HI: Investigation, design, and construction period services
- 677 Ala Moana - Honolulu, HI: Preparation of construction documents and construction period services for spall repair, waterproofing, and coatings
- University of Hawaii at Mānoa, East West Center - Honolulu, HI: Roofing design and construction period services
- Hale Koa Hotel - Honolulu, HI: Design and construction period services for roofing and concrete repair
Litigation Consulting
- Construction Defects Class Action Lawsuit - Oahu, HI: Destructive testing documentation and code compliance consulting.
- Various Commercial Properties - Coefficient of friction testing and code compliance consulting
Roofing and Waterproofing
- University of Hawai’i at Mānoa, Stan Sheriff Center - Honolulu, HI: Investigation, preparation of construction documents, and construction period services for perimeter ring beam roof replacement
- Hilo Counseling Center - Hilo, HI: Preparation of construction documents for subgrade waterproofing replacement design
- Hilton Hawaiian Village - Honolulu, HI: Leakage investigation, construction documents, and construction period services
- Four Seasons Hotel Exterior Deck Waterproofing- Lana’i, HI: Design consulting and construction period services
- Royal Kuhio Condominium Recreation Deck Renovation - Honolulu, HI: Investigation, preparation of construction documents, and construction period services
Peer Review
- University of Hawai’i at Mānoa, Life Science Building - Honolulu, HI: Construction period peer review and evaluation services
- Sheraton Maui Resort and Spa - Lahaina, HI: New construction peer review services
Professional Affiliations
American Institute of Architects
Registrations
Architect in Hawaii
National Council of Architectural Registration Boards
Education
Tulane University
Bachelor of Architecture, 2014
Master of Architecture, 2014
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