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.
Industry Recognition Sweeps
BELT’s design mastery is widely recognized as they sweep multiple industry honors, taking home the ICAA Addison Mizner Award with the project Millard and Best of Small Business Award.
Dominating the Market
The company continues to dominate at the intersection of architecture, art, and metal, expanding its positioning and winning the Architizer A+ Product Award, Palladio Award and Best of Small Business Award.
Four Decades of Legacy
Now celebrating an extraordinary 40 years of forging history, BELT operates with a robust team of more than 180 collaborators across Colombia and the United States. Having transformed hundreds of tons of raw materials-including bronze, iron, and aluminum-into over 2,000 architectural masterpieces globally, the studio proudly reflects on four decades of resilience, solidifying Louis and […]
Awards and Innovation
While Luz Angela temporarily retires to focus on other projects, BELT joins the INNPULSA innovation project to meet demanding market standards, participates in restoring Washington D.C.’s iconic Old Post Office for Trump, and wins an ICAA Mizner Award with our project Berry.
Demanding Triumphs
Pushing quality boundaries to new heights, BELT secures a highly demanding project for the JCLDS. Valentina actively expands the business into New York, and the company proudly wins the NOMMA Job Contest with the Old Post Office project.
Pandemic Pivot
Marking its 35th anniversary amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, the company bravely innovates with remote work and social distancing. Luz Angela returns to champion sustainability and artisan welfare, while Maria Andrea makes her debut by producing BELT’s first video.
Consolidating Field Operations
The company completes the “Berry” milestone project in Naples, FL, featuring approximately 50 uniquely forged bronze items, while continuing to consolidate its robust field operations across the United States.
Global Footprints
Expanding globally, BELT launches the “ORIGINE” Concept Store and Gallery in Milan, Italy. Simultaneously, a new U.S. office, showroom, and warehouse open in Hollywood, Florida, bringing a fresh look to their American operations.