Business Details
28 Years
experience
Award-Winning Architectural Design in San Francisco
Andrew Mann Architecture has been crafting thoughtfully designed buildings throughout Northern California for over 25 years. Our practice balances quiet elegance with underlying order and rigor, focusing on the interplay of natural light, spatial relationships, and material authenticity. We approach each project as a unique collaboration, engaging clients' daily rituals and aspirational goals to create personalized spaces that foster repose and joy. Our team combines decades of experience with technical expertise, navigating approvals and construction complexities to deliver seamless results.We draw inspiration from the Bay Area's architectural legacy while innovating for contemporary living, ensuring every design strengthens its sense of place. Our principals maintain direct client relationships, assembling tailored teams that reflect both project needs and client values. With a commitment to design excellence and continuous growth, we create architecture that feels inevitablespaces that were always meant to be.
Services
Residential Architecture
Cultural Architecture
Temple Design
Home Renovations
Estate Planning
Sustainable Design
Historic Preservation
Interior Architecture
Landscape Integration
Project Management
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of experience in Northern California residential and cultural architecture
- Our principals maintain direct client relationships throughout every project phase
- We combine Bay Area tradition with innovative contemporary design solutions
- Our iterative process ensures personalized spaces tailored to client lifestyles
- We maintain rigorous technical standards from initial concept to final construction
Services
Residential Architecture
Creating custom homes that reflect client lifestyles while integrating with Northern California's natural environment. Our designs emphasize spatial harmony, natural light optimization, and material authenticity. Each project combines modern living needs with timeless architectural principles.
Cultural Architecture
Designing culturally significant spaces that preserve heritage while serving modern communities. Our work includes the Wat Khmer Kampuchea Krom temple, blending traditional Cambodian craftsmanship with California building standards. We prioritize cultural authenticity and community needs in every design.
Historic Preservation
Specializing in maintaining architectural heritage through careful restoration and adaptive reuse. Our approach preserves historical integrity while incorporating modern functionality. Projects include period-accurate renovations and integration of contemporary elements in historic contexts.
Sustainable Design
Implementing energy-efficient solutions that complement natural surroundings. Our designs optimize passive solar heating, natural ventilation, and locally sourced materials. We balance environmental responsibility with aesthetic excellence and functional requirements.
Project Management
Providing comprehensive project coordination from concept to completion. Our team ensures technical precision, code compliance, and seamless collaboration between architects, engineers, and contractors. We maintain quality control throughout the entire building process.
People
Andrew Mann
Founding Principal
Architect with 35+ years experience in Bay Area residential design. Graduated magna cum laude from Connecticut College and earned Master of Architecture from Princeton University. Served on The Sea Ranch Design Committee since 2005.
Johnny Maas
Principal
Licensed architect in California and Wisconsin with expertise in residential and civic projects. Holds architecture degree from University of Notre Dame. Member of International Passive House Association. Focuses on energy-efficient design solutions.
Amelia Acton
Senior Associate
Studio manager with background in Third Bay architectural tradition. Oversees operations and marketing while maintaining connection to the firm's design philosophy. Graduated from Ball State University with Bachelor of Science in Architecture.
Nancy Mei
Project Architect
Project architect with Master of Architecture from UC Berkeley. Awarded John K. Branner Traveling Fellowship during graduate studies. Specializes in integrating cultural narratives into architectural design for urban environments.
Ted Rzad
Senior Project Manager
Architect with degrees from University of Kansas and California College of the Arts. Experienced in diverse project scales and typologies. Brings European architectural perspective to Bay Area design challenges after several years living abroad.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialize in?
We specialize in residential architecture, cultural projects, historic preservation, and sustainable design. Our expertise includes custom homes, temple design, estate planning, and urban residences.
How long has your firm been in operation?
Andrew Mann Architecture has been creating thoughtfully designed buildings throughout Northern California since 1998, with principals maintaining direct client involvement in every project.
What is your design philosophy?
Our approach emphasizes natural light integration, material authenticity, and spatial harmony. We create spaces that feel inevitable through careful consideration of site context and client lifestyles.
Do you work outside the San Francisco Bay Area?
While based in San Francisco, we work throughout Northern California including Sonoma County, Napa Valley, and San Jose. Our design principles adapt to diverse regional contexts.
How do you incorporate sustainability into your designs?
We implement passive solar strategies, natural ventilation systems, and locally sourced materials. Our sustainable approach maintains architectural integrity while optimizing energy efficiency for modern living needs.
