Business Details
Your Trusted Architectural Partner in San Francisco
MASON Architects is a San Francisco Bay Area architecture firm founded by Peter T. Mason, a seasoned professional with over 35 years of experience in hospitality, residential, and mixed-use design. Our team combines expertise in luxury hospitality design with a deep understanding of local planning processes, having successfully navigated complex approvals for custom homes and large-scale projects. We prioritize collaboration, sustainability, and contextual design, ensuring each project reflects its environment while meeting clients' aspirations.Our portfolio includes over 150 global hospitality projects, historic renovations, and master-planned communities, with a track record of delivering $100 million+ in residential design. We integrate LEED-certified practices and emphasize principal-led involvement throughout every project phase, from concept to completion.
Services
Residential Architecture
Hotel Design
Master Planning
ADU Design
Historic Preservation
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of experience in global hospitality and residential architecture.
- Our team includes LEED-certified professionals committed to sustainable design.
- We provide expert guidance through Woodside's complex planning approval processes.
- Our firm has successfully delivered $100 million+ in custom residential projects.
- We maintain principal-led involvement throughout every project lifecycle.
Associations and certifications
- AIA
- LEED BD+C
Services
Residential Architecture
We create custom residences that reflect clients' lifestyles while respecting local architectural vernacular. Our expertise includes new builds, renovations, and ADUs in exclusive communities. With deep knowledge of Woodside's planning processes, we ensure seamless approvals for complex sites.
Hotel Design
Our firm designs award-winning hotels and resorts globally, combining luxury with operational efficiency. We've completed over 150 hospitality projects, including iconic properties like W Muscat and The Ritz-Carlton Reserve, ensuring contextual sensitivity and brand alignment.
Master Planning
We develop comprehensive master plans that maximize site potential while respecting local heritage. Projects include luxury resort communities in Carmel Valley and beachfront destinations in Oman, balancing design excellence with revenue-generating imperatives.
ADU Design
We specialize in custom ADUs tailored to site constraints and client needs. Our team navigates septic upgrades and planning challenges in Woodside, creating integrated solutions that enhance property value while meeting regulatory requirements.
Historic Preservation
We restore and adapt historic properties like Hotel del Coronado and The Biltmore Santa Barbara. Our approach preserves architectural integrity while modernizing infrastructure, ensuring timeless spaces meet contemporary standards and functionality.
People
Peter T. Mason
Principal Architect
With 35+ years in hospitality architecture, Peter led 150+ global projects and served as Woodside Mayor. His expertise spans luxury hotels, custom residences, and sustainable design, combining creative vision with regulatory navigation skills.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialize in?
We focus on residential architecture, hotel design, master planning, ADU development, and historic preservation projects.
How experienced is your team with Woodside projects?
Peter Mason served 15 years on Woodside's council and review board, navigating complex approvals for 100+ residential projects.
Can you handle international architecture projects?
Yes, we've completed award-winning hotels in Oman, China, Mexico, and across the US, including W Muscat and Four Seasons Tunis.
Do you offer LEED-certified sustainable design?
As a LEED BD+C architect, Peter integrates sustainable materials and energy-efficient practices into all our projects.
How do you approach historic preservation projects?
We balance heritage conservation with modern functionality, as demonstrated in renovations of The Biltmore Santa Barbara and Hotel del Coronado.
What's your ADU design process?
We guide ADUs from concept to permit, addressing septic upgrades and site constraints while maintaining architectural harmony with primary residences.
