The shops at La Cantera, S.A.
Fabric awnings and shade swags provide sun and rain protection along the thoroughfares of this South Texas outdoor mall.
Architects: Alamo Architects
General Contrator: Whitting-Turner
Main Plaza, San Antonio
These award-winning helical fabric structures add shade and vibrant colors to the city center.
Architects: Rios Clemente Hale, De Duende Design
General Contrator: Jordan Builders
Mosaic Lofts, Austin
Fabric and metal awnings provide shade at these residences which are a part of the larger redevelopment of Austin's former Mueller Airport.
The Pearl, SAn antonio
Fabric structures and traditional awnings with graphics provide shade and signage throughout the mixed-use, former Pearl Brewery.
Architects: Lake-Flato
3d patterning and design
Metal shop
Canvas shop
past projects
Following WWII and his service as a B-17 pilot, Kenneth Chism founded The Chism Company, Inc. in 1951. Since then we have grown from a small home improvement business into a recognized industry leader in fabric and metal shade and protective solutions. Our canvas shop and metal fabrication shop in San Antonio utilize some of the most advanced equipment and techniques in our industry. Ken Chism's committments to quality, personal service, and technical innovation remain the cornerstones of our business in the 21st century.
Virtual Tour
Click on the video to see our workshop in action.