Framing Design Engineering
Code-compliant cold-formed steel framing design and engineering for load-bearing walls, floors, roofs, shop drawings, and coordinated structural documentation.
Frame X Systems delivers architect-led panelized construction systems that solve framing challenges before they reach the jobsite. From coordinated cold-formed steel design and BIM models to precision-built panels and sequenced delivery, our installation-ready approach helps project teams reduce field labor, avoid clashes, limit waste, and keep construction moving with greater predictability.

Integrated engineering, coordination, manufacturing, and delivery services for installation-ready cold-formed steel framing packages.
Code-compliant cold-formed steel framing design and engineering for load-bearing walls, floors, roofs, shop drawings, and coordinated structural documentation.
Early collaboration with architects and project teams to improve constructability, engineering feasibility, cost efficiency, and prefabricated framing performance before construction.
Technical plan review that identifies design conflicts, improves framing efficiency, and helps reduce RFIs, field adjustments, and change orders.
Detailed 3D coordination of steel framing with architectural, structural, and MEP systems to identify clashes and improve installation accuracy.
Factory-built cold-formed steel wall panels, trusses, and components manufactured from engineered models for reliable fit, less waste, and reduced onsite labor.
Installation-sequenced delivery of prefabricated framing components that minimizes jobsite congestion, material handling, and avoidable construction delays.
The Frame X System™ brings design, engineering, BIM coordination, manufacturing, and delivery into one connected framing package. Rather than sending materials for crews to resolve in the field, Frame X Systems creates precise, installation-ready cold-formed steel components around the project’s requirements. The result is a cleaner workflow that supports faster schedules, fewer onsite adjustments, reduced labor demands, and more predictable outcomes across residential, commercial, institutional, and multifamily construction.

See how coordinated framing systems support smoother, more predictable construction projects.
An architect-led partner for framing decisions that matter before field work begins.
Architect-driven planning resolves constructability issues before they become costly jobsite problems.
BIM coordination on every project helps identify clashes and reduce avoidable RFIs.
More than 28 years of construction experience informs practical, installation-ready framing solutions.
Sequenced national delivery supports organized framing installation across projects throughout the United States.
Construction expertise guided by architect-led collaboration and precision.

Principal Owner / Architect
Stephen Baker is the Principal Owner and Architect of Frame X Systems, bringing over 28 years of construction and architectural experience to the company he founded. As principal of both Frame X Systems and Baker Architects / Baker Studios, Stephen pioneered the architect-led approach to cold-formed steel framing, built on the belief that constructability challenges should be resolved before construction begins rather than during it. He leads the company's design philosophy, integrating BIM coordination and precision manufacturing to deliver installation-ready framing systems nationwide. Stephen is also a prolific educator, producing video content on construction cost savings, insulation techniques, risk management, and framing package specifications for architects, contractors, and developers. His vision continues to drive FrameX's mission of faster, cleaner, and more efficient construction outcomes for clients across the country.
A panel building is constructed using major wall, floor, or roof components that are manufactured offsite and delivered for assembly. In a cold-formed steel panelized system, framing members are cut and assembled from coordinated engineering and shop drawings. This reduces the amount of layout, cutting, and fabrication required at the jobsite while helping crews install a more consistent framing package.
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Coordinated panelized framing systems delivered to construction projects across the United States.
Nationwide Delivery
Service Coverage
3 Key Metro Areas
Regional Markets
150+ Delivered
Project Experience
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Deep construction and architectural expertise
Coordinated systems designed and delivered
Domestic precision manufacturing capability
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