Where lived experience meets technical expertise, honoring the resilience communities already carry.

Dr. Nina Jean-Louis helps communities lead their own resilience, bridging the gap between communities, government, and technical experts through reciprocal engineering such that solutions are built together.

Where to Begin?

What is reciprocal engineering?

Begin with the central concepts defining reciprocal engineering, which underpin all ongoing research and consulting efforts.

GET STARTED

Explore the Research

Delve into active projects and the latest discoveries guiding reciprocal engineering solutions in the field.

THE WORK

How We Can Work Together

Explore specialized advisory services tailored to support a wide range of structural, preservation, and climate resilience projects.

SERVICES

Testimonials

  • "I have had the distinct pleasure to serve with Nina in an international non-profit organization specializing in the technical aspects of heritage preservation. As co-leads for a new presidential initiative for disaster response and recovery, I have learned that Nina is an organized, compassionate and devoted leader who embraces difficult projects and sees them to successful completion. Her willingness to learn and passion for helping others in need is exemplary."

    John Dumsick, Senior Civil Engineer, Department of State Office of Cultural Heritage

  • "Nina’s professional expertise and solution-oriented nature make her a valuable and valued member of any team. I've had the pleasure of working with Nina on projects and applaud her understanding of and compassion for people and communities. She is authentic, hardworking, Organized, responsible, patient, clever and determined to make a difference. I hope our paths cross again and again and again. "

    Caroline Lewis Founder and Senior Advisor, The CLEO Institute

  • "Nina is one of the most driven, hard working, inspiring people I've had the privilege to work with. She is passionate about the preservation of both physical architectural heritage and cultural traditions. Any community would be lucky to work with her to create a lasting, meaningful preservation plan."

    Elizabeth Holt, Former Director of Preservation Services, The New Haven Preservation Trust

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