About Us

Who we are

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We are an ornamental iron work company that specializes in fabricating and installing our creations, which include interior & exterior rails, fences, gates, staircases, and many more products. We are located in Southwest Detroit (see Contact Us page above). We operate primarily in the Metro-Detroit area. We have been, and always will be a family owned business. We specialize in custom fabrication and creating products of only the highest level of quality.

Our History

The business started in a small garage in Detroit by Tony M. Martinez. He has made a lasting impression within the Metro Detroit area. His unique and artistry work is recognized in many different regions and even as far as Chicago. Disenos became incorporated in 1981 and has been making specialized custom and unique iron work for 40 years. Disenos has a long list of private clients and larger known businesses, all who chose our company. Please visit the Product Galleries link to see some of our work.

Memberships/Awards and Recognition:

  • NOMAA Member
  • 2012 Ernest Wieman Top Job- Gold
  • 2012 Ernest Wieman Top Job- Silver
  • Certified by the City of Detroit
  • Wayne County Hispanic Organization
  • Building Trade Association Member
  • Michigan Heritage Award Winner

Client List:

  • The Detroit Opera House
  • Belle Isle Conservancy
  • Greektown; Fish Bone Restaurant
  • Greektown; Anthenuim Hotel
  • Illusions in Royal Oak, MI
  • Fox Theater
  • U.S. Post Office
  • Honey Bee La Colemena Grocery
  • Tribute Restaurant
  • Michigan State University
  • Old Tiger Stadium

Community Involvement:

  • Clark Park
  • Cesar Chavez Academy
  • Archdiocese of Detroit
  • La Sed 
  • Tony Martinez has personally received a variety of awards for his beautification and profound impact within the Detroit Area. 

Notable Publication/Articles:

 http://museum.msu.edu/s-program/mh_awards/awards/1996tm.html

The Michigan State History Museum includes an exhibit with an elegantly decorated iron gate, produced by Disenos. http://www.flickr.com/photos/c_nilsen/3831277522/

http://www.m-bike.org/blog/tags/disenos-ornamental-iron/

http://multimedia.detnews.com/pix/photogalleries/newsgallery/mexicantown_murals0505/index13.html

http://multimedia.detnews.com/pix/photogalleries/newsgallery/mexicantown_murals0505/index13.html