Miyamoto Rebuild LA is a consortium of architectural, engineering, construction, and public adjuster firms dedicated to rebuilding fire damaged homes on time, under budget, and with the highest quality and innovative fire prevention engineering.
Fire Recovery & Rebuilding Experts
Miyamoto International brings decades of disaster reconstruction experience to manage the entire process. We understand the hardships homeowners face after losing their homes, and our mission is to make this difficult journey as smooth as possible.
Our Coalition
For your complete fire recovery, our coalition of Engineers, Architects, Contractors, and insurance experts becomes your dedicated team. We act as your sole project manager to streamline the process and ensure your restoration is fully funded by your insurance claim.
Comprehensive Design-Build Solutions
Our mission is to make the world a safer, better place. In response to the recent LA fires, we guide affected homeowners through the entire rebuilding process as their single point of contact and lead expert. Our consortium approach ensures a seamless process from initial design and necessary assessments to final construction, delivering a complete, turnkey solution.
Integrated Design & Engineering
Our consortium of professionals provides coordinated architectural design, structural engineering, and geotechnical analysis from the outset, incorporating proven resilient building practices. We handle all necessary assessments – including foundation integrity, fire damage, seismic safety, and soil conditions – as part of the integrated design process to inform the safest and most cost-effective plan.
Expert Project Management + Quality Construction
We manage the entire process, coordinating the architect, engineers, and contractors. This includes streamlined permitting by working closely with local authorities to keep your project on track. We partner with experienced contractors to ensure high-quality construction that adheres to the strictest standards for economy and resilience.
Proven Fire Resistive Engineering
Drawing directly on our deep understanding from assessing hundreds of burned properties and laboratory testing, we know what works for fire resistance. Our methods include:
- Achieving a two-hour fire rating for exterior walls through proper structure and finish
- Protecting all penetrations (windows, ventilation, exterior outlets) to create a robust fireproof envelope
- Utilizing Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF) where appropriate, for their inherent fire resistance and durability benefits
Expert Insurance Navigation
We guide you through the complexities of your insurance policy to help maximize your benefits throughout the recovery process, integrating this with project phasing and costs.
Your team
Miyamoto provides comprehensive post-fire investigation and recovery services throughout Southern California. Our experts are ready to help you navigate through this difficult time with professional guidance and support at every step.
Structural Engineer and Reconstruction Expert, CEO
Dr. H. Kit Miyamoto, Global CEO of Miyamoto International, is a world-renowned structural engineer and disaster resilience expert. As California’s Seismic Safety Commission Chair and President of Miyamoto Global Disaster Relief, he leads reconstruction efforts following major disasters worldwide. Living in Topanga, his connection to LA’s recovery is both professional and deeply personal. Recently awarded Engineering News-Record’s 2024 Award of Excellence, Dr. Miyamoto brings unique insights from decades of international post-disaster recovery experience to help guide LA’s reconstruction efforts.
Senior Principal
Sabine Kast is a Senior Principal at Miyamoto International, where she leads global disaster preparedness and reconstruction programs. As the Executive Director of Miyamoto Global Disaster Relief, she focuses on protecting vulnerable communities, particularly schools and children, in disaster-affected regions. With extensive expertise in disaster risk management and recovery, she has successfully led multi-disciplinary teams and projects across the U.S., Latin America and the Caribbean, Asia, and the Pacific. Sabine is also pursuing PhD research at the University of Tokyo, specializing in disaster resilience and risk management.
Managing Principal | SRK Architects Inc.
Brian A. Kite is the Managing Principal of SRK Architects Inc., a multidisciplinary architectural firm based in Southern California. He brings extensive experience in leading large-scale and complex architectural projects, with a focus on providing direct, principal-level involvement for every client. His expertise encompasses a wide range of project types, including new construction and complex renovations of significant local and historic structures. As a key partner in Los Angeles’s rebuilding efforts, Brian’s leadership ensures that projects are designed with a focus on collaboration, innovation, and resilience, helping communities and clients build back stronger and safer.
CEO & Founder | Dolphin Ten Development
John Rudd is the Founder of Dolphin Ten Development, a premier general contracting and construction management firm dedicated to helping Los Angeles residents rebuild after a disaster. With over 25 years of hands-on experience, he has managed complex residential and commercial projects for top-tier firms like C.W. Driver and The Olson Company. John’s background in overseeing large-scale builds provides the robust systems and expertise needed to navigate the unique challenges of fire reconstruction. He leads Dolphin Ten’s strategic partnership with Miyamoto International, combining world-class engineering with expert construction management to rebuild safer, stronger homes for communities in need.
CEO & Founder | WorldClaim
Andrew J. Fusco is the CEO and Founder of WorldClaim, a global leader in public adjusting and disaster recovery. With over 40 years of experience, he has secured multi-million-dollar settlements for commercial, residential, and government clients worldwide. Having led catastrophe recovery efforts in over 70 natural disasters, Andrew is a recognized expert in complex claims, risk management, and business interruption negotiations. Licensed across 45 U.S. states and internationally, he holds multiple professional designations, including SPPA, SCLA, CPIU, and AIC, and is an active member of leading insurance organizations.
Principal | Project & BIM Manager
Eric Ramos serves as the BIM Manager for Miyamoto International, where he applies his exceptional leadership and technical expertise to guide the firm’s drafting department. A highly motivated structural designer, Eric fosters a dynamic and collaborative environment, enabling his team to thrive under pressure and deliver superior results on complex projects. His leadership has been instrumental in elevating the department’s capabilities to consistently exceed expectations.
Eric is highly skilled in creating detailed structural plans for a diverse range of projects, including new and renovated commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. His proficiency spans structural steel, conventional, precast, and tilt-up concrete design. Beyond his managerial role, Eric is a dedicated educator, serving as a CAD instructor at Pierce College, where he helps shape the next generation of design professionals. His project experience includes significant regional infrastructure, such as the Burbank Airport Regional Intermodal Transportation Center and the Metro Exposition Light Rail Transit Line, Phase 2.
Architect
JK Lim is a registered architect practicing in California since 1992. A graduate of Arizona State University (B.S. Design) and the University of Southern California (B. Arch, M. Arch.), he brings over 33 years of experience across a wide range of project types. These include institutional, commercial, hospitality, mixed-use, residential, adaptive reuse, and historic restoration.
Principal | MEP Engineering
Elliot Lee, P.E., manages Miyamoto’s Pleasanton office, a regional hub that unites structural with MEP capabilities (through the former ATI Engineers integration) to deliver coordinated, beyond-code solutions across Northern California. Elliot’s team supports post-disaster response and residential reconstruction with fast-track structural evaluations, scope-of-loss documentation for insurers, and cost-efficient, resilient designs that shorten schedules. Drawing on Pleasanton’s multi-disciplinary bench, he aligns architects, engineers, and contractors to navigate permitting and build back better for homeowners affected by the LA fires—prioritizing life-safety, durability, and budget control.
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Aon Center, 707 Wilshire Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90017