Mason Kirby, AIA

306 Precita Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94110

Phone: (415) 867-5357

Email: mk@masonkirby.com

Website: masonkirby.com

License Number: C29468

Mason Kirby is a highly regarded residential architect based in San Francisco’s Bernal Heights neighborhood. Known for a design philosophy that harmonizes contemporary aesthetics with the city’s unique topography and historic vernacular, he specializes in bespoke residential projects, from home remodels to new hillside construction.

Architectural Focus

Site-Specific Design: Expert in navigating San Francisco’s complex hillside sites and challenging planning codes, ensuring that new edifices integrate sensitively with the surrounding urban fabric.

Modern Infill & Remodeling: Celebrated for projects like “Bernal Modern” and “Box Elder,” which prioritize natural light, open floor plans, and the interplay of natural materials like hardwood and steel.

Collaborative Process: Employs a rigorous, client-focused methodology that includes 3D modeling, isometric views, and physical scale models to ensure clear communication and design confidence throughout the process.

Sustainability: Member of the US Green Building Council and a practitioner of sustainable, environmentally responsible design.