Renaissance Building Products

Construction and Building Materials Supplier

Renaissance Building Products, Inc (RBP) is one of the largest construction material suppliers in the region. We specialize in louvers, grilles, wall protection, expansion joint covers, column covers, phenolic panels and various rainscreen systems. Experts in construction materials such as architectural glass, porcelain, foam aluminum, and composites. Our primary client base operates in Manhattan, the Bronx, Queens, Staten Island, Long Island, Westchester County, Rockland County, Orange County, New Jersey and Connecticut. But you will also find our products installed in buildings from Miami to Boston.

Our clients value our ability to take standard products and turn them into custom building products in order to achieve the design they need. Architects, owner’s reps, contractors, mechanical engineers, facade consultants, structural engineers and facility managers value our 30 years of experience because we understand how to mitigate risk early in the design process. We focus not only on our products, but their life cycle analysis and code requirements. Integration of surrounding materials and long-term maintenance also play an instrumental role and are two of the driving factors that are often overlooked. Our slogan “Products in Place, not Place Holders” is a serious part of why we have been involved in so many projects around the globe.

What Others Are Saying

“I have known Bob Cangemi for over a decade, and during this time he has been a trusted ally in helping our firm with product selection, problem solving, and assisting us in the field with his technical expertise. Bob always takes the time to properly explain details to our staff, engage in product selection by understanding the project goals, and his patience is paramount. It is this professional character that he exudes that has led to our long-time friendship.”

Carlos J. Cardoso, AIA
Partner
Director of Construction Administration
Beyer Blinder Belle Architects & Planners LLP

“Thank you Bob for your expertise in detailing, and specifying the best louver, expansion joints, and facade systems for our projects. Over the years you have been a tremendous asset in making our buildings better, enhancing our architectural design intent, while providing pragmatic cost-effective solutions for our clients and builders.”

Andrew S. Jacobs AIA
Principal
BEYER BLINDER BELLE
ARCHITECTS & PLANNERS LLP

“Renaissance has always been a great source for aiding in product selection, coordinating and developing the specification and details on many of our projects. Bob also provides continued support throughout the life of the ever changing projects which saves us time and money.”

Kathleen Kulpa
Associate Principal
ENNEAD ARCHITECTS LLP

“When it comes to specialty products, we look no further than Renaissance Building Products. Lorraine Cangemi’s product knowledge and solutions-oriented approach are a true value add for our teams. In addition, our urgent needs are her urgent needs, as Lorraine jumps in to become part of the team without hesitation. This is a partnership built on knowledge, service, trust, and performance.”

Ryan Equale
Vice President
Caldwell & Walsh

Bob Cangemi

Bob Cangemi is recognized as a leading building products consultant in the northeast. His time spent with Construction Specialties and other manufacturers has enabled him to earn the trust of some of the largest architects and contractors in the world. Bob understands building design from the architect’s perspective. His site experience with products like Acrovyn® wall protection, Acrovyn corner guards and Construction Specialties expansion joint covers and louvers during his 20+ years with that company has allowed him to find more competitive products without sacrificing on quality. At his direction, Renaissance has partnered with manufacturers that can supply a series of products that gives the construction industry more design choices that will fit all different budgets.

Lorraine Cangemi

With over 30 years of customer management experience, Lorraine Cangemi is the leader of Renaissance’s push to a high-level commitment to our customers and suppliers. There is a need for consistent communication by a “just pick up the phone and talk” attitude; she is able to keep jobs on schedule and site teams updated with urgency. She understands project management and the fact that every job is different and requires custom catering to get it done quickly and correctly, the first time.