Matson Britton Architects

Matson Britton Architects is a residential and commercial architectural firm in Santa Cruz, CA, specializing in coastal, custom home, and adaptive reuse projects. The firm serves clients across Santa Cruz County, the Monterey Bay area, and regions extending into southern and eastern California, Kauai, and Idaho. With a focus on integrating light, site context, and material texture, they design homes, major remodels, ADUs, multi-residence buildings, and mixed-use developments. Their work reflects a deep sensitivity to climate, landscape, and client vision, earning a 5.00 rating based on client feedback. Two of their projects were featured in the nationally published book *The New Solar Home*, with one home highlighted on the cover.

Founded in 1990 by Cove Britton and Martha Matson, the firm combines diverse educational backgrounds, Britton’s training at USC and Matson’s master’s from UCLA, along with Matson’s art history and sculpture studies from McGill University. Their design philosophy centers on site-specific responsiveness, emphasizing light, form, and the seamless integration of indoor and outdoor spaces. Travel across Europe and Asia has shaped their aesthetic, while hands-on experience with construction and sculptural thinking informs their detailing. They are well-versed in California’s evolving housing laws and advocate for thoughtful, sustainable development.

The firm is located on N Branciforte Avenue, approximately 0.2 miles from Central Park, Soquel Avenue, Broadway, Water Street, and the Montessori School Midtown, with One Double Oh Seven casino also within a short distance. The address lies just beyond these landmarks, situated in a residential corridor near key local corridors.

Matson Britton Architects maintains a strong digital presence, with a website that search engines read clearly and consistently. Their business information is thoroughly documented across online platforms, enhancing visibility and credibility. Their professional documentation and consistent online representation support trust and accessibility for clients.

As a leading architectural practice in Santa Cruz, Matson Britton Architects exemplifies thoughtful, site-responsive design that honors the region’s coastal character and evolving housing needs.