At CR-BPS, we help communities across the Iron Range meet today’s building performance challenges head-on. From older public facilities and schools to new energy-conscious developments, we deliver integrated solutions that improve efficiency, durability, and long-term value. Our team understands the region’s industrial roots, demanding climate, and evolving infrastructure- and we tailor every project to perform in these conditions. Whether you’re retrofitting in Virginia or upgrading civic buildings in Hibbing, we’re here to help you build smarter.
At CR-BPS, we understand the Iron Range – its industrial roots, its harsh winters, and its evolving infrastructure needs. That’s why CR-BPS brings tailored, performance-driven design and consulting services to communities throughout this resilient Northern Minnesota region. From mining-adjacent buildings with vibration and air quality concerns to historic facilities with aging systems, we provide high-impact solutions across three core areas:
Performance Architecture
We design and retrofit buildings that endure Northern Minnesota’s winters, manage moisture effectively, and align with long-term energy and durability goals.
Building Science Consulting
Our team delivers in-depth diagnostics, envelope testing, and energy modeling to pinpoint issues and deliver measurable improvements.
Facility and Site Asset Management
We help cities, counties, and property owners plan for the future with detailed facility condition assessments and long-term capital planning strategies.
Together, these services help organizations across the Iron Range maintain safe, healthy, and efficient spaces—from schools and community centers to municipal buildings and commercial properties.
Choosing CR-BPS means partnering with a Minnesota-based firm that understands the Iron Range’s unique challenges and opportunities. We work with local governments, schools, and private clients across St. Louis County and beyond, applying decades of expertise in building science and performance architecture to every project.
We don’t offer cookie-cutter solutions. We bring deep regional knowledge, data-backed insights, and a collaborative mindset to every engagement—ensuring your buildings meet today’s needs and tomorrow’s demands. Whether you’re aiming to reduce energy use, extend the life of an older structure, or build something entirely new, CR-BPS is your trusted partner in performance.
On the Iron Range, buildings are built to last. Let’s make sure they perform that way, too.
