Structural Growth
As the family welcomes their second child, Federico. Carlos Trujillo joins BELT as a partner and administrative manager, providing crucial stability to the company’s structure and processes.
Expansion and Success
Marking incredible growth, the family celebrates the birth of their third child, Maria Andrea, while BELT moves to a new warehouse equipped with model rooms and a foundry. Concurrently, the “Entrepinos” luxury residential project becomes a massive success, featuring over 120 custom items co-designed and manufactured by Louis.
Process and Organic Design
Facing the global economic crisis, BELT heavily invests in organizational strength by standardizing processes under ISO-9000. Creatively, they execute the “Finazzo” project in Coral Gables, crafting intricate, organic metal elements entirely from scratch.
High-Profile Horizons
A pivotal starting point for future growth arrives with “El Doral,” BELT’s first project for Donald Trump at a Miami hotel, while the team simultaneously begins envisioning their entry into the European design market.
Modernizing the Craft
The next generation steps up as Federico joins as an architect and designer. Taking over as manufacturing director, he introduces contemporary metal design concepts and drives craft development to elevate quality.
Strengthening the Ranks
Experiencing a period of comprehensive strengthening, BELT celebrates managing over 40 ongoing projects with a team of around 120 collaborators, taking home another ICAA-FL Addison Mizner Award for their artistic dedication with the project Finazzo.
A Global Powerhouse
With 39 years of relentless dedication and no sign of slowing down, BELT solidifies its status as a leading global force in the metal art market, becoming finalists for both the Architizer A+ Product and Luxe Red Awards.
A Sweeping Victory
Orchestrated by the visionary Maestro Louis Beltran, the breathtaking “Gates of Eden” project completely dominated the award season, solidifying its place in architectural history. Celebrated for both its sublime design and unparalleled craftsmanship, the masterpiece took home a stellar lineup of prestigious honors, including the Palladio Award, the Addison Mizner Award, the Luxe Red Award, […]
Making a Regional Mark
BELT cements its regional reputation by completing its first major ornamental metal project in Bogotá, the “El Portón” building.
Art Nouveau Inspiration
The company embarks on the high-specification “Entrepinos” project, drawing heavy inspiration from the European Art Nouveau style of Victor Horta to create a unique aesthetic.