I am Modelling an existing building with Vertical Bracing between columns. Due to the presence of infill masonry walls, the bracing is located on the column flanges (not centered on the web) Bracing has been modelled offset to column face (see picture…

Hello, I tried using beam offsets in one of my models pasted below. Although the model ran without any errors, I can see excessive deflections at offset locations. Can someone please explain to me what's wrong in this model. Thanks /cfs-file/__key…

From the attached photo, please suggest the best model to be used using STAAD and identify the pros and con for each model (if there is one). Best regards, Ryan