Hickory Awnings & Patio Covers
Custom shade solutions for the Catawba Valley.
Hickory has always been a place where people know how to make things. Furniture, textiles, manufacturing — craftsmanship is in the water here. We respect that.
We're The Awning Shop, based in Shelby — about 45 minutes south. We've been building custom awnings and patio covers since 1984, and we've worked with homeowners and businesses across the Catawba Valley for years. Same attention to detail you'd expect from a region that built an industry on quality.
Hickory's downtown has come back to life over the last decade — Union Square, new restaurants, breweries, and shops where old buildings stood empty for years. That revitalization means business owners are investing in storefronts, and homeowners are fixing up historic neighborhoods. Custom awnings are part of that story — they add character, provide shade, and make a building look like someone cares about it.
Out at Lake Hickory, we've done residential awnings and patio covers for lakefront properties where people want to be outside but need shade from the afternoon sun. Hickory summers are hot and humid — an awning makes the difference between using your patio and avoiding it.
For Hickory Homeowners
- Door & window awnings — protect your entry from sun and rain, cut the heat on south- and west-facing windows, and add character to craftsman homes and historic properties in town
- Patio covers — fixed or retractable, fabric or metal. Built for Carolina summers and designed to last. Great for backyard decks, screened porches, or outdoor living spaces
- Bahama shutters — classic sun control with clean lines. Popular on brick homes and lake properties
- Lake Hickory waterfront properties — if you've got a house on the lake, you need outdoor shade. We've done dozens of lakefront awnings and patio covers — built to handle sun, wind, and humidity
- Historic home restorations — working on a historic property in downtown Hickory? We can match period details or design something that complements the era
Sunbrella fabrics with a 10-year warranty. Aluminum powder-coated in 100+ colors. Custom-measured and fabricated in our shop, installed by our crew.
For Hickory Businesses
- Storefront awnings — make an impression on Union Square, along the downtown corridor, or anywhere in the Catawba Valley. Custom graphics, bold colors, materials that fit your brand
- Signage & backlit awnings — your name and logo, visible day and night. We've done awnings for restaurants, retail shops, salons, and professional offices all over Hickory
- Restaurant & brewery patios — Hickory's food and craft beer scene is growing. Patio covers and retractable curtains help you keep outdoor seating open longer and serve more customers
- Office & professional buildings — entrance awnings that look professional, keep clients dry, and add curb appeal
- Downtown historic buildings — restoring a storefront in downtown Hickory? We can design an awning that respects the building's history while meeting modern needs
We work with retail, restaurants, breweries, salons, offices, and professional services across Hickory, Newton, Conover, and all of Catawba County. If you're investing in your building, we'll help you get it right.
Hickory & Catawba Valley Areas We Serve
For Architects & Designers
Working on a project in the Hickory market? We partner with architects, designers, and builders on custom awning and shade solutions. Bring us in early or send your specs — we'll handle the rest.
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