William Beauter, AIA, LEED AP
Mr. Beauter has been practicing in the field of Architecture since 1994. His studies in architecture began with his undergraduate work at the State University of New York at Buffalo. In 1997, he completed his Masters degree at The Georgia Institute of Technology where he also served as a Teaching Assistant in the design curriculum. Professional experience was first gained under the employ of Henry Schwab and later at The Hauseman Group while concurrently completing his Masters degree. These early experiences introduced Mr. Beauter to restaurant, hospitality and office projects as well as the process a project follows from commencement to completion.
Following completion of his Graduate work, he accepted a position with PFVS Architects in Atlanta, GA where he quickly advanced to managing such projects as the $25 million dollar high rise Marriott Hotel in Pontiac, MI, and the $15 million dollar 6-story Marriott Hotel in Mount Laurel, NJ. On his own during this same period he was commissioned to design a 5,000 square foot estate, and his entry into the West side Habitat for Humanity Competition received Special Recognition and was exhibited at the Chicago Athenaeum.
In 1999, the opportunity arose to relocate to Los Angeles for the position of Project Architect at a design oriented firm to manage prestigious projects for clients such as TBWA Chiat/Day, Fox Studios, and Pallotta Teamworks. During this time, several of Mr. Beauter's projects received accolades and awards for design excellence, including a prestigious National American Institute of Architects Honor award for Pallotta Teamworks. His projects ranged from a $1.5 million three-unit multi-family development to a 100,000 square foot project for the headquarters of News Digital Media, a subsidiary of Fox Studios. Later, at SPF:a, Mr. Beauter was given the opportunity to manage additional architecturally-significant design projects, including single-family estates, luxury condominiums and civic venues. Notable residential projects include the 2005 California Council AIA Award winning Blue Jay Way residence and the Havenhurst Condominium project which provided the unique setting for incorporation of a public park designed by Katie Spitz Landscape Architects. His role as Project Architect on the Greek Theater renovation in Los Angeles offered the opportunity to be involved in a lasting impact on one of the most significant communal spaces in the City of Los Angeles.
As co-founding Principal of MAKE, with Mr. Mullen-Carey, he has collaborated on a variety of furniture and product designs as well as single-family residences, multi-family residences, and communal gathering places. Their work has been received warmly and been noted in the MetroPop Life, the LA Times and Washington Post among other publications.
Mr. Beauter is a Registered Architect.
| | Jess Mullen-Carey
Mr. Mullen-Carey has been practicing in the field of Architecture since 1994. Upon completion of his first professional degree from Cornell University, he embarked on his working experience in Buffalo, New York. The position allowed him to participate from beginning to end on a diverse range of civic-oriented projects, most notably the Mount Morris Community Revitalization.
Feeling the need to work in a larger and more diverse urban fabric led him to Los Angeles in the spring of 1996, accepting a position with a Beverly Hills based design-build firm. With this role came knowledge in Tenant Improvement projects covering a wide range of uses including private sector, commercial, and residential applications. Projects included the 10,000 s.f. offices for Cheskin Masten, a $2,000,000 dance studio for the Sultan of Brunei, and the $8,000,000 residence of film director Ridley Scott.
The desire to further diversify his project experience led him to join another design oriented firm 1998. As Project Coordinator, he was able to work on several projects aimed at furthering the way individuals function as a working community including TBWA Chiat/Day NY and Blue Sky VIFX. Advancing quickly to the role of Project Architect, Mr. Mullen-Carey managed projects ranging from $500,000 to $9,000,000 including the 100,000 square foot offices of Fox Studios at 1925 S. Bundy Drive and the schematic design for Foote, Cone, and Belding. During this time, he and Mr. Beauter began building the foundation for the MAKE collective.
In 2000, Mr. Mullen-Carey was offered the opportunity to oversee the construction of a new 8,000 s.f. offices and showroom for the world renowned furniture manufacturer Vitra. The completed project garnished much national press, including a nod as best in the country by Surface Magazine. Other responsibilities at Vitra included space planning and design on several prominent Los Angeles projects including new educational facilities for the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising and the offices of the Los Angeles Philharmonic in the then recently completed Walt Disney Concert Hall.
As co-founding Principals of MAKE, he and Mr. Beauter have been awarded several independent commissions including the successful Bodega Wine Bar and many other residential projects and garnered interest from Los Angeles area museum curators and publications. It is his shared goal to maintain a diverse body of design-oriented projects as the growth of the firm continues, providing clients with inspired and inventive solutions. |
