Welton Becket is credited by many as the architect who defined Los Angeles’ mid-20th century architecture. He believed well-conceived buildings included all aspects of design - a philosophy he dubbed 'Total Design'.
Welton Becket was born in Seattle, Washington on August 8, 1902. He secured his Bachelor's of Architecture degree from University of Washington in 1927.
While in Los Angeles, by 1933, he launched the partnership of Plummer, Wurdeman and Becket with Walter Wurdeman and Charles Plummer. Following Charles Plummer’s death in 1939, the firm of Wurdeman and Becket developed the concept of 'Total Design,' where their firm would be responsible for planning, engineering, interiors, furniture, fixtures, landscaping, and signage etc.
When Wurdeman died in 1949, the firm name changed to Welton Becket and Associates. His was one of the largest architectural offices in the world by the time of his death in 1969.
Grossmont Center and Cinema Grossmont (1961)
La Mesa
*By Eddy and Deasy with Welton Beckett & Associates
Miramar Naval Air Station Barracks (1959)
Miramar
Plaza Camino Phase 1 (May Company Store) (1968)
Vista Way between El Camino Real & Jefferson Street
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