More Than 90 Years Of Excellence

Our History

Michigan home and business owners know that when it comes to premium quality fabric awnings, there is only one name to know and one company to call: Belle Isle Awning.

Since 1931, we have provided fabric awnings of exceptional beauty, durability, and value to countless homes and businesses throughout Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties, never settling for less than outstanding quality and completely satisfied customers. It’s a family tradition of excellence that began at our first location on Jefferson Avenue in Detroit, and which continues to this day.

Belle Isle Awning’s founder William Belluomo began by making hand crafted high-quality sails for yachtsmen and merchant seamen on the Detroit River in the early years of the twentieth century. His beautiful, rugged, and perfectly-fitted sails gained him a reputation for unmatched skill and craftsmanship. Before long, many of his satisfied customers began to turn to him to create tents and awnings for their shops, storefronts, and residences. In 1931, Belle Isle Awning was born, in a Jefferson Avenue location overlooking Belle Isle Park.

Belle Isle Awning quickly established itself as the area’s preeminent maker of custom awnings for homes and businesses. The business continually grew. The company moved to progressively larger facilities as customer demand and production requirements increased.

More than 90 years after its founding, Belle Isle Awning is now in its fourth location and in its fourth generation of family management. Today, William’s great-grandson Blair Belluomo manages day-to-day operations of this successful Michigan business. While many things may have changed, Belle Isle Awning’s proud family tradition of quality remains: Under Blair’s leadership, the company still maintains the personalized service, quality materials, and excellent craftsmanship that established its reputation as the region’s leader in premier-quality awnings.

We still stand for quality, craftsmanship, and value. These are the principles that made us a success in 1931, and they are the principles we stand by today.

Who We Are

The People Behind Belle Isle Awning

It takes a great team to deliver great service – and that’s exactly what Belle Isle Awning has to offer. Whether at the front desk, at your home or business, or behind the scenes, you’re always dealing with skilled, highly trained professionals who are committed to being the best at what they do – and to your complete satisfaction.

Sales Staff

Belle Isle Awning’s sales representatives have an exhaustive knowledge of the awning business. Our reps aren’t just here to sell product – they’re here to help you choose the options that will provide the greatest satisfaction and value.

Field Installers

Caring makes the difference, and our installers treat your home or business as if it were their own. Our installers strive to perform your installation quickly and flawlessly with the least amount of disruption possible – and to leave your premises looking completely undisturbed afterwards.

Best in Field Graphic Art Department

Our outstanding graphics professionals have the skill it takes to turn your dream design into a reality, whether through high-tech digital printing or hand-painting. Each of our artists is highly trained and thoroughly experienced, and they’ll make certain that your finished awning looks fantastic.

Fabricators and Welders

Some of the most important work on your awning happens behind the scenes, where our skilled fabricators and welders precisely form its frame. Meticulous craftsmanship, attention to detail, and extensive experience enable our people to construct strong, durable superstructures that are built to last.

Sewer and Cutters

The precision and quality of our awnings depend heavily on the expertise of our cutters and sewers. These skilled professionals meticulously measure, cut, and sew each piece of fabric to ensure a perfect fit and flawless finish. Their attention to detail and dedication to craftsmanship guarantee that every awning we produce not only meets but exceeds our high standards of quality and durability.

Group Affiliations

Belle Isle Awning isn’t just a company – we’re part of our community. We are proud members of all leading industry associations within our field, and our membership allows us to build the knowledge and relationships it takes to provide the best possible service to our customers. Find out more about our professional affiliations.