Architectural Doors & Windows

Architectural Doors & Windows began in 1946 as Portland Glass with a single shop in Portland, Maine, specializing in automotive glass repair. The Company was founded by Samuel Cohen, who had learned the glass trade in Boston and Lewiston, and who moved to Portland in 1946 to set up his own business. Over the years, the company has grown and expanded its services to include a wide range of glass products and solutions for various industries such as office buildings, handrails, interior glass, custom glass, tent walls, retail buildings, medical buildings, educational facilities, and public buildings.

Services Offered

AD&W Architectural Doors & Windows offers a variety of services including custom fabrication, drafting and shop drawings, and fabrication and installation of products such as Alucobond, Trespa, curtain walls, storefronts, custom entrances, and other Division 8 related products. The company also provides glass products for various types of buildings including office buildings, handrails, interior glass, custom glass, tent walls, retail buildings, medical buildings, educational facilities, and public buildings. Additionally, AD&W offers sky lights and sunshades, and provides services for ongoing projects.

History and Milestones

In 1963, Sam Cohen died, and his son Gene took over the business. By 1966, Portland Glass was offering replacement service for storefront glass. In 1997, Portland Glass retail stores were sold to Harmon Glass, and AD&W Architectural Doors & Windows was created. Since then, Jonathan Cohen has been leading the steady growth of AD&W. In 2004, AD&W expanded into the realm of Alucobond panels for building skins. In 2009, the production facility was expanded to 30,000 square feet. In 2010, AD&W began using Revit and BIM for software modeling of projects. In 2011, AD&W was selected to fabricate and install the Curtain Wall and Alucobond for the Maine General Medical Center's New Regional Hospital. The company has continued to expand its operations and services since then.

Staff Profiles

Jonathan Cohen, President, is the grandson of Samuel M. Cohen, the founder of Portland Glass, and the son of Gene R. Cohen. Jonathan has more than 30 years of experience in the glass industry. Other key staff members include experienced professionals in various fields such as fabrication, drafting, and installation.