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Building a Landmark: The Women-Led Team Behind North America's Largest ICF Residential Project

As the demand for more resilient, energy-efficient, and sustainable multifamily housing continues to grow, innovative construction methods are reshaping the future of residential development. One project helping lead that transformation is Aspen at Greenleigh, a 335-unit luxury multifamily community currently under construction in Middle River, Maryland.

KLINE is proud to serve as the Engineer of Record (EOR) for this landmark project, which is expected to become the largest Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) project in North America. This milestone reflects both the growing adoption of ICF construction and the vision of the project team behind it.

Engineering North America's Largest ICF Project

Aspen at Greenleigh represents a significant advancement in the use of Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) construction for large-scale multifamily developments. The residential community consists of four interconnected seven-story residential structures built entirely using ICF construction, demonstrating the system’s scalability and performance advantages for modern residential design.

At the center of the development, a post-tensioned concrete parking structure utilizes PT beams and one-way PT slabs, providing an efficient and durable structural solution that complements the residential buildings. The system maximizes parking efficiency while delivering the long spans and durability required for a high-density multifamily community.

As Engineer of Record, KLINE provided the complete structural design for both the residential and parking components, integrating innovative structural systems to support the project’s long-term performance, resilience, and sustainability goals.

Why ICF Matters

Insulated Concrete Form construction combines the strength and durability of reinforced concrete with continuous insulation, creating structures that deliver exceptional performance across a range of applications. Compared with conventional construction methods, ICF buildings can offer improved energy efficiency, enhanced acoustic separation, increased fire resistance, and superior resilience to severe weather and environmental exposure.

While ICF has long been recognized for these benefits, projects of this scale demonstrate that the technology is no longer limited to niche applications or low-rise construction. Aspen at Greenleigh highlights the growing role of ICF in large multifamily developments where long-term performance, occupant comfort, and sustainability are key priorities.

The Future of Multifamily Construction

The multifamily market continues to evolve. Developers are seeking greater energy efficiency, municipalities are demanding higher sustainability standards, and residents increasingly value comfort, resilience, and quality.

ICF construction addresses each of these challenges simultaneously.

Insulated concrete forms offer unmatched ease of use, exceptional strength, and long-lasting durability, making them an ideal choice for new construction projects.

Projects like Aspen at Greenleigh demonstrate that ICF is becoming an increasingly viable and attractive solution for large-scale multifamily developments where performance, durability, and long-term value matter most.

Read more about the advantages and opportunities with ICF: https://www.kbwalker.com/

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The KLINE Team Behind the Project

While Aspen at Greenleigh is notable for its scale and technical complexity, it is equally a testament to the strength of the team delivering it.

The project is led by KLINE’s Vice President of Operations and Principal, Katherine Farley, PE, who serves as Project Executive alongside Project Manager Estefania Ramirez. Together, they have guided the structural design and coordination efforts for the largest ICF project in North America.

Notably, Aspen at Greenleigh is led by a team of accomplished women engineers whose leadership has been instrumental to the project's success. From structural design and project management to construction administration and coordination, Katherine Farley, PE, Estefania Ramirez, and Yuriko Reátegui have played central roles in delivering North America's largest ICF project.

Under their leadership, a talented team of emerging engineers and design professionals, including Joseph Diaz, Mohamad Asad, Nicholas Owusu, and BIM Lead Christian Queirolo, has contributed to the project's design and development. Their collective efforts reflect KLINE's commitment to fostering the next generation of engineering talent while delivering innovative and technically demanding projects.

Katherine Farley, P.E.

Project Executive

Provides strategic leadership and technical oversight for Aspen at Greenleigh, helping guide the delivery of North America's largest ICF project. Her experience and vision continue to support the project's success through every phase of development.

Estefania Ramirez

Project Manager

Leads project coordination and structural design efforts, working closely with the team and project partners to advance this landmark development. Her dedication and attention to detail help drive the project forward every day.

Yuriko Reategui

Structural Engineer II

Leads KLINE's construction administration efforts, working closely with the field team to maintain design continuity and support successful project execution. Her proactive approach helps keep this complex project moving forward with confidence.

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Group Activity

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Lunch Break

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Creative Workshop

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Dinner

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Check-In

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Group Activity

11:00am

Lunch Break

12:30pm

Creative Workshop

2:00pm

Dinner

6:30pm

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