About

About

“I have rarely worked with professionals that are as passionate and enthusiastic, and with whom collaboration towards an excellent outcome was such a pleasant experience.”

— Vincent Goetz, Architect, Diamond Schmitt Architects

At Riverside Group, the surface is more than a facade. Leaders in the design and development of ultra high-performance rainscreen cladding systems, we believe that every building has its own personality. That particular individuality is brought to life through a symbiotic relationship with our clients. For decades we’ve pushed the envelope, designing high performance systems, turning raw materials into architectural masterpieces.

Akron Art Museum, Akron, Ohio. Coop Himmelb(l)au Architects.

“Riverside Group provided high quality and mutually successful installations of metal facades for Akron Art Museum, and Central LA High School #9.

The outstanding quality of the product, and their positive and cooperative working process proved instrumental in the success of the project.”

— Coop Himmelb(l)au
Image of Los Angeles High School No. 9, Los Angeles, California. Coop-Himmelblau Architects, architectural rainscreen cladding by Riverside Group.

Central LA High School #9, Los Angeles, California. Coop Himmelb(l)au Architects.

During project design and construction we work closely with architects, engineers, general contractors and installation firms to ensure the success of design objectives. We offer a wealth of experience and knowledge in envelope technology.

“In all aspects of design and fabrication Riverside Group is an excellent resource. They consistently go beyond their discreet discipline to collaborate with other trades and ultimately shepherd all aspects of the project that they touch to a successful completion. They are highly knowledgeable about the construction industry, reliable and of great integrity.”

– Westlake Reed Leskosky
3D technical drawing for custom architectural envelope by Riverside Group.

3D model of diagrid cladding for One Bloor West, Toronto. Architect: Foster + Partners, Core Architects.

Architectural detail from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, upper tower section. Architectural envelope system by Riverside Group.

Air Traffic Control Tower – upper cab section from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.  Architect: Jacobs.

Our fully engineered systems are developed using the latest 3D modelling software and go through extensive testing to ensure they meet the highest standards in the industry. Our reputation for delivering quality is reinforced by our thorough project management, quality conscious supervision, and advanced manufacturing systems.

Fabrication photo for custom architectural envelope system by Riverside Group.

Fabrication of custom unitized fin cladding for The Well, Toronto.

Fabrication photo for custom architectural envelope system by Riverside Group.

“At the Denver Art Museum we needed a solid, simple yet elegant rain screen solution to complement the Welcome Center’s curved glass.

We turned to Riverside Group. The quality of their product and details makes them our first choice regardless of the project. At Denver, Riverside Group’s responsiveness and special attention to the complex existing conditions was exemplary.”

— Stephanie Randazzo Dwyer, AIA; Principal, Machado Silvetti
Installation at TTC York University Station. Foster + Partners; Adamson Associates Architects.

Installation at the TTC York University Station, Toronto. Architect Foster + Partners; Adamson Associates Architects.