In the past 10 years, Adane extensively used his research experience to undertake seismic assessments and retrofit designs using complex techniques and to develop efficient and cost-effective retrofit solutions. He has been responsible for analysis and design of a number of buildings, ranging from simple single-storey to complex high-rise and base-isolated buildings.

Adane was a member and section group leader of a technical group that produced the 2017 MBIE/NZSEE seismic assessment guidelines ‘The Seismic Assessment of Existing Buildings – Technical Guidelines for Engineering Assessments’.

Adane is passionate about providing simple solutions to complex structural engineering problems and delivering results that are best value for clients.