What is LAVA?
The Only Structural Engineering Software Built for Whole-Building Wood Design
Design light framed wood buildings including single-family, townhomes, and multi-family wood buildings up to 6 stories with integrated gravity + lateral analysis, automatic load paths, and permit-ready calculations.
Effortless Code Integration
Now includes IBC 24! The program automatically incorporates the latest design codes, eliminating the need for manual reference checks
Regional Settings
Pre-set multiple regional & local specification preferences.
Loading Options
Select from a library of preset load options for various roof, floor, deck, and special conditions in LAVA’s comprehensive database.
Gravity & Lateral Modeling
- Gravity and Lateral are modeled independently to give full modeling flexibility
- Framing directions are automatic and can be adjusted
- Model cantilever conditions
- Quick modeling tools available including copy, mirror and rotate
Diaphragms
- Flexible, Rigid or Envelope of both analysis types
- Diaphragm torsion considered for both wind and seismic
Automatic Load Transfer
- Level-to-level from beams, bearing walls, and shear walls with Omega factor as applicable
- Manual load input available
Hardware Selection
Automatic selection of straps, hold-downs, manufactured shear walls and tiedowns.
Calculation Report
- Customizable calculation report
- Select what to include in the final report
- Table of Contents will update automatically
