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Unpredictable weather has long limited how outdoor spaces perform, turning patios, event venues, and recreational facilities into inconsistent, seasonal assets. Retractable roof systems offer a solution, but they are difficult to design and execute correctly, leading to operational failures. Cabrio Structures combines proven design expertise with advanced structural engineering to create retractable roof systems engineered for reliable, year-round performance across diverse climates and demanding outdoor environments. Each system is configured around how the space is intended to operate. Cabrio draws on its experience across retractable structures, enclosures and large-span systems to identify configurations proven to perform reliably over time. The combination of design clarity and execution expertise allows operators to move beyond weather-dependent usage. Restaurants can maintain year-round operations, support advance bookings with confidence and convert variability into a predictable revenue stream. “Unpredictable weather is a reality everywhere. We turn that unpredictability into an operational advantage our customers can control and benefit from,” says Kent H. Forsland, owner and founder.
Modular and Prefab Construction
J&M Steel Solutions works in close alignment with construction managers, general contractors and owners across steel erection projects where sequencing, safety and execution timing directly affect progress on site. Its crews operate in a professional, safety-led manner designed to support overall project coordination. That execution model carries through into how the company defines its scope. J&M Steel Solutions performs work across pre-engineered buildings, structural steel, insulated roof and wall panel systems, along with miscellaneous components, including stairs and handrails. Managing these elements under a single contract simplifies coordination and reduces reliance on multiple contractors. With more than 950 completed projects, J&M Steel Solutions brings experience that extends beyond routine builds, spanning large clear-span hangars, major truss projects and re-erection assignments. Many of these engagements are awarded based on prior performance, with clients approaching the company directly for complex structures requiring specialized execution. In one instance, J&M Steel Solutions was brought in to re-erect a collapsed hangar originally constructed by another contractor. The project required a fully re-engineered erection sequence to address structural failure points and ensure stability during reconstruction. With a clear plan and coordinated execution, the structure was rebuilt smoothly, keeping the project on schedule. “Strong relationships with clients have been a key part of our success, reflected in the major projects we have been approached for because of our experience and expertise in complex work,” says Craig Madsen, president and CEO. During design-build phases, J&M Steel Solutions engages early to assess constructability, site constraints and connection strategies, often identifying adjustments that improve fabrication and field execution. Addressing these factors upfront reduces the need for changes during erection and keeps projects moving. Crews are trained on the same erection methods, ensuring uniform performance regardless of project scale. Foremen are selected based on project complexity, while also mentoring newer supervisors.
Building Restoration and Maintenance
How a Chelmsford-based specialist became New England's go-to partner for stopping water before it starts New England is hard on buildings. Freeze-thaw cycles pry mortar loose, driving rains find the smallest gaps, and a single Boston winter can turn a hairline crack into a structural problem. For property owners, condominium boards and institutions that manage the region's aging building stock, the question is rarely whether the envelope will fail, but when and how expensive the surprise will be. Atlantic Restoration has built its reputation on a simple promise: get to the root cause before the surprise arrives. Headquartered in Chelmsford, Massachusetts, the company specializes in the building envelope, roofs, walls, windows, balconies and waterproofing systems that separate a building's interior from the weather working against it. Where others patch symptoms, Atlantic diagnoses, and that discipline is why Construction Business Review has named it Waterproofing and Building Restoration Company of the Year 2026. “Clients hire us to solve real problems, including exterior improvements, leaks, deterioration and structural concerns that affect building performance and longevity,” says Ted Fernald, president. The framing is deliberate. The company sells outcomes, dry interiors, extended asset life, fewer callbacks, not just labor and materials. Serving clients throughout Greater Boston and New England, Atlantic works with condominium associations, property managers, building owners, educational institutions and engineering firms that design the repairs. Its dedicated field teams and tiered service programs scale to match each job, from routine maintenance to full building envelope reconstruction, allowing the company to carry multi-year façade campaigns with expertise matched precisely to the work in front of it.
Metal Building
Why Companies Should Challenge their Suppliers to Operate Sustainably
Nicole Voss, Director of Sustainability, Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc
Metal Building
Navy Corpsman's Journey To Building Maintenance
Tony Collins, Regional Maintenance Director, Sares Regis Group
Construction Management
Operational Leadership through Trust and Planning
Bentley R. Peabody, Vice President of Maintenance and Construction, Fairgrove Property Management
Construction Interiors
Delivering Construction Projects with Enduring Impact
Nick Groch, Director of Development and Construction, KPR Centers
Construction Engineering Services
Adapting Construction Strategies in an Era of Market Uncertainty
Heath Hans, Director of Construction, The Town Lake Company
HVAC
Building Legacies, Not Just Buildings
Andrew Baranello, Senior Vice President Construction, Rockrose Development Corp.
IN MY OPINION
Landscaping
High-Performing Teams In The Built Environment
Joseph Yost, Vice President, McCarthy Building Companies, Inc
LAST WORD
Landscaping
Advancements and Applications in Architectural Glass
Steven Knaub, Architectural Practice Manager, Gannett Fleming
IN FOCUS
Creating Comfortable Environments: The Benefits of Acoustical Wood in Commercial Design
Acoustical wood systems support sustainable business growth through innovation, efficiency, and evolving commercial design needs.
Connecting Innovation and Design: Successful Strategies for Architectural Sales
Strategic selling, technical expertise, and relationship building drive success for architectural sales professionals and representatives.
EDITORIAL
Building Resilience Through Smarter Construction
Construction continues to evolve through stronger engineering, greater resilience and more sustainable building practices. This edition of Construction Business Review explores how industry leaders are improving long-term asset performance by combining technical expertise with disciplined execution, environmental responsibility and practical innovation.
Our cover story features Cabrio Structures, recognized as the Retractable Roof Systems Manufacturer of the Year 2026. By engineering retractable roof systems designed for long-term structural reliability and year-round operation, the company helps hospitality, commercial and residential properties overcome weather-related limitations. Its patented engineering, project-specific designs and focus on operational performance are redefining how adaptable outdoor spaces are planned and built.
This issue also recognizes Atlantic Restoration as the Waterproofing and Building Restoration Company of the Year 2026. Through its diagnosis first approach to building envelope restoration, the company helps owners extend asset life, prevent water intrusion and improve long-term structural performance. J&M Steel Solutions was named Steel Erection Company of the Year 2026 for its disciplined planning, safety-driven field execution and constructability expertise that support increasingly complex structural projects while strengthening collaboration across construction teams.
Our leadership perspectives reinforce the importance of thoughtful decision-making across the industry. Nicole Voss, Director of Sustainability at Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc., highlights how supplier collaboration and shared environmental standards can strengthen sustainability throughout the construction supply chain. Chad Johnson, Regional Vice President of Property Management at Kimco Realty Corporation, reflects on how experience gained across every level of property operations builds stronger leadership, deeper collaboration and a greater understanding of long-term asset management.
Together, these stories demonstrate that lasting success is built on engineering excellence, operational discipline and partnerships that create enduring value. We invite you to explore this issue and discover how today’s construction leaders are shaping more resilient buildings and a stronger future for the industry.
