Business Details
33 Years
experience
Award-Winning Architectural Design Services in San Antonio
Beaty Palmer Architects is a San Antonio-based design firm founded in 1993, dedicated to architectural excellence and personalized client service. Our firm combines a collaborative team approach with over three decades of experience, delivering tailored solutions for civic, corporate, community, commercial, and custom residential projects. We prioritize contextual integration, functional planning, material integrity, and technical precision in every design. Recognized with over 30 awards, our work reflects a commitment to creating functional, enduring spaces that align with client needs. Our team of 15-20 professionals includes licensed architects, LEED Accredited Professionals, and interior designers, ensuring expertise across diverse project types.Repeat client engagement underscores our reliability and client-centric philosophy. We balance creative innovation with practical execution, maintaining a scale that allows both large-project capability and individualized attention. Our portfolio demonstrates adaptability in reusing existing structures and designing new facilities that enhance community value. Leadership in sustainable practices and a focus on accessibility further define our approach. At Beaty Palmer Architects, we believe exceptional architecture emerges from understanding client vision, site context, and functional requirements.
Services
Civic Architecture
Corporate Office Design
Community Projects
Commercial Development
Custom Residential
Interior Architecture
Historic Preservation
Sustainable Design
Adaptive Reuse
Urban Planning
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of architectural design experience in San Antonio.
- Our team includes LEED Accredited Professionals and AIA award-winning architects.
- We maintain a 15-20 person team for personalized attention and large-project capability.
- Our firm has completed projects valued at nearly $600 million in construction.
- We combine contextual integration with technical precision in every design.
Services
Civic Architecture
We design municipal and public facilities that balance functionality with civic pride. Our approach creates accessible, durable spaces that serve community needs while respecting taxpayer investment. Projects include police stations, senior centers, and historic preservation work.
Corporate Office Design
Our corporate office solutions enhance workplace productivity and brand identity. We create environments that support organizational culture while optimizing space efficiency. Projects range from adaptive reuse to new high-performance office complexes.
Custom Residential
We craft bespoke residential designs tailored to individual lifestyles and budgets. Our process starts with blank-slate creativity, producing unique homes that harmonize with their environment and reflect owners' personal aesthetics.
Historic Preservation
We specialize in restoring and adapting historic structures while maintaining architectural integrity. Our work preserves cultural heritage through careful material selection and modern functionality integration.
Sustainable Design
We incorporate environmentally responsible practices across project types. Our LEED-certified professionals implement energy-efficient systems and sustainable materials to create high-performance buildings.
People
Michael Beaty
Principal
AIA Principal with 45+ years of experience, Mike founded Beaty Palmer Architects in 1993. He has designed over $600 million in construction and received 30+ design awards.
Terry Palmer
Principal
AIA and LEED AP Principal since 1994, Terry specializes in complex construction projects and corporate interiors. He became a principal in 2000 and focuses on commercial development.
Cory Hawkins
Principal
AIA and LEED AP Principal since 2014, Cory has expertise in diverse project types including corporate offices, civic facilities, and community projects across Texas.
Clay Hagendorf
Principal
AIA and LEED AP Principal since 2019, Clay brings dual expertise in architecture and business administration. He manages civic and corporate projects with technical precision.
Tania Gunn
Principal
AIA Principal since 2024, Tania specializes in municipal projects and public safety facilities. She has over 25 years of experience in Texas architectural practice.
Questions
What architectural services does Beaty Palmer Architects offer?
We provide full-service architectural design, interior architecture, and planning for civic, corporate, community, commercial, and custom residential projects in San Antonio and surrounding areas.
How long has Beaty Palmer Architects been in business?
Our firm was founded in 1993 by Michael Beaty and Terry Palmer, with over 30 years of continuous architectural practice in San Antonio.
What makes Beaty Palmer Architects unique?
We combine 30+ years of experience with a 15-20 person team size that allows both large-project capability and personalized client attention, maintaining a 90% repeat client rate.
Do you handle historic preservation projects?
Yes, we specialize in historic preservation and adaptive reuse, including San Antonio City Hall Entry Plaza restoration and Stinson Municipal Airport renovations.
Are your architects LEED certified?
Yes, we have multiple LEED Accredited Professionals on staff who implement sustainable design practices across all project types.
What geographic areas do you serve?
While based in San Antonio, Texas, we serve clients throughout the greater San Antonio area and have completed projects across Texas.
