Business Details
37 Years
experience
Expert Architectural Design & Planning in Austin, TX
Established in 1989, CasaBella Architects has built a reputation for exceptional client service and technical design excellence. Led by founder Jaime Beaman, our firm combines over three decades of experience with a commitment to community-driven projects, particularly supporting the Mexican-American community through housing, education, and cultural development initiatives. We are a registered HUB with the State of Texas and an MBE with the City of Austin, reflecting our dedication to underrepresented businesses. Our work spans architectural design, master planning, and interior design, with a focus on projects that integrate cultural heritage and accessibility. Notable achievements include involvement with the Tejano Monument Committee and the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center, where we contributed to both initial construction and subsequent master planning efforts.Our team utilizes cutting-edge design technology and adheres to rigorous standards of accessibility and universal design. We specialize in collaborative stakeholder engagement, ensuring that each project meets the unique needs of its users while maintaining artistic integrity and functional excellence. Recognized with awards such as the AIA Austin Merit Award for Design Excellence, our firm remains committed to creating spaces that enhance communities. With expertise in new construction, renovations, and historical preservation, we serve both public and private-sector clients across multiple states. Our approach prioritizes open communication, technical precision, and a deep understanding of social and economic contexts to deliver designs that stand the test of time.
Services
Architectural Design
Project Management
Master Planning
Interior Design
ADA Design
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- Founded in 1989 with over 30 years of architectural expertise
- Certified HUB and MBE supporting underrepresented business initiatives
- Specialize in culturally significant projects for the Mexican-American community
- Utilize cutting-edge design technology with accessibility-focused solutions
- Recipient of AIA Austin Merit Award for Design Excellence
Associations and certifications
- HUB
- MBE
Services
Architectural Design
We provide comprehensive architectural design through stakeholder collaboration, managing all phases from schematics to construction documents. Our team utilizes cutting-edge technology to create functional, aesthetically compelling spaces tailored to client goals. With expertise in new buildings, renovations, and historical preservation, we balance artistic vision with technical precision across public and private-sector projects.
Master Planning
Our master planning process integrates public input, stakeholder participation, and cost estimation to create future-ready environments. We address physical, social, and economic needs while ensuring designs accommodate present and future use. This service includes programming sessions to align client visions with community requirements, resulting in artful spatial solutions that enhance urban landscapes and infrastructure.
ADA Design
We specialize in universal accessibility design compliant with ADA standards since 1992, focusing on inclusion in new buildings, renovations, and public spaces. Our approach combines safety regulations with visually engaging elements to create welcoming environments for all users. This service ensures equal access while maintaining aesthetic integrity across diverse project types.
Interior Design
Our interior design service merges visual appeal with structural compliance, creating inviting and safe environments. We focus on color, texture, acoustics, and lighting while adhering to building codes. Projects range from commercial spaces to cultural centers, with an emphasis on functionality that enhances user experience through thoughtful spatial planning.
Project Management
We manage projects from planning to completion using 65+ combined years of expertise to track progress and budgets. Our comprehensive approach includes defining project expectations, monitoring phases, and ensuring quality execution. This service guarantees client satisfaction through meticulous coordination of design teams, contractors, and stakeholders throughout the delivery process.
People
Jaime Beaman
President
Founding principal and president with over 30 years of architectural experience, former AIA Austin president, and dedicated advocate for Latino communities through housing and cultural projects.
Ellen Beaman
CEO
Chief Executive Officer leading strategic initiatives and company operations with extensive experience in architectural business leadership and client relationship management.
Sara Dunaway Marsman
Vice President of Interiors
Licensed interior design professional with a focus on creating functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces that meet rigorous code requirements while enhancing user experience.
Loren Hoffpauir
Studio Director
Senior project manager with architectural expertise overseeing design execution and technical implementation across complex projects with attention to detail and client satisfaction.
Jose Sanchez
Lead Designer
Senior project manager and lead designer contributing creative vision and technical direction to projects, ensuring alignment with client goals while maintaining design excellence.
Questions
What types of architectural projects does CasaBella Architects specialize in?
We specialize in culturally significant projects, master planning, ADA-compliant design, and interior architecture for public and private-sector clients.
Are your services limited to the Austin area?
While based in Austin, we serve clients across Texas and have completed projects in Louisiana, Arizona, Indiana, and Oklahoma.
How does your firm incorporate community needs into designs?
We conduct stakeholder meetings and public input sessions to ensure projects address social, economic, and functional requirements of communities.
What experience do you have with accessibility standards?
We've specialized in ADA compliance since 1992, ensuring universal access in new buildings, renovations, and public spaces.
What awards has CasaBella Architects received?
Our firm has won the AIA Austin Merit Award for Design Excellence and Texas Construction News Best Public Building award.
Can you handle large-scale architectural projects?
Yes, we manage projects ranging from 154,000 to 800,000 square foot facilities including parking structures and cultural centers.
