--- title: "Manson-Hing Architects Inc. — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/manson-hing-architects-inc-pfvwus-pf~789545208 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~789545208.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Manson-Hing Architects Inc." category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/c9c3ee3c03c06a46_2359-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "920 De La Vina Street, Santa Barbara, California 93101, United States" latitude: 34.4197 longitude: -119.7078 phone: "(805) 966-2423" website: http://www.mansonhing.com rating: 5 review_count: 9 best_of_houzz_awards: 5 followers: 157 last_updated: 2026-08-20 --- # Manson-Hing Architects Inc. Original Houzz profile: [Manson-Hing Architects Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/manson-hing-architects-inc-pfvwus-pf~789545208) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** Santa Barbara, CA - **Serves:** Ventura, Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, Goleta, Carpinteria, Montecito, Ojai, Santa Ynez, Mission Canyon, Toro Canyon, Summerland, Central Coast, Hope Ranch - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (9 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 5 awards (2016–2021), for Service, Design. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 10,000 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - Eco-friendly - 20 years in business Christopher, president of Manson-Hing Architects Inc. has over 40 years of experience in the field. In 2001, he founded Manson-Hing Architecture which quickly grew and incorporated as Manson-Hing Architects Inc. and offers solutions that are elegantly distinctive, sophisticated through simplicity, efficient and innovative. The firm’s projects tailor detailing and material selection to building style and site, and draws on authentic detailing when projects dictate. Manson-Hing Architects Inc.'s design philosophy is governed by the ideas that designed space, interior and exterior, has emotional power and structures within a site be designed to provide a uniquely beneficial spatial experience, celebrate the site’s natural beauty, and reflect sensitivity to climate, environment, and geography. Commitment to Quality and Service: Manson-Hing Architects Inc. is committed to providing exceptional design and outstanding service. We work closely with our clients from project initiation to project completion to insure design integrity and cohesiveness of vision. ### Services Provided - Architectural Design - Building Design - Home Remodeling - Architectural Drawings - Custom Homes - House Plans - Home Additions - Home Extensions - Kitchen Design - Sustainable Design - Kitchen Remodeling - Energy-Efficient Homes - Floor Plans - Green Building - Bathroom Design - Space Planning - Guesthouse Design & Construction - Multigenerational Homes - Pool House Design & Construction - Barn Design & Construction - Garage Design - Coastal Homes - Estate Design - Vineyard Structures ### Areas Served - Ventura - Santa Barbara - San Luis Obispo - Goleta - Carpinteria - Montecito - Ojai - Santa Ynez - Mission Canyon - Toro Canyon - Summerland - Central Coast - Hope Ranch ### Typical Job Cost $100,000 - 5 million ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Manson-Hing Architects Inc. | | Address | 920 De La Vina Street, Santa Barbara, California 93101, United States | | Phone | (805) 966-2423 | | Website | http://www.mansonhing.com | | License Number | C25333 | | Followers on Houzz | 157 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/mansonhingarchitects/ - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/company/manson-hing-architecture/ - Blog — https://mansonhing.com/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Manson-Hing Architects Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/manson-hing-architects-inc-pfvwus-pf~789545208) - **Website:** http://www.mansonhing.com - **Phone:** (805) 966-2423 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - California Licensed Architect - **Best of Houzz:** 5 awards (2016–2021), for Service, Design. **Affiliations** - [The American Institute of Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/the-american-institute-of-architects-pfvwus-pf~1350720471) - [AIA Santa Barbara](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/aia-santa-barbara-pfvwus-pf~2115496248) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 9 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### All 9 reviews **★★★★★ — HU-959830936, April 2021** > Chris Manson-Hing was excellent to work with. Great ideas and execution! I loved that Chris would argue strongly for aspects of the design that he was committed to, but was also flexible enough to incorporate my own strong design preferences. He made our process working with the city seamless and efficient, and we ended up with a truly beautiful home that has been the perfect reflection of what we were going for. Beautiful, airy, light and bright, casual but elegant, with great flow and live-ability. We have lived here 10 years now and are as happy with our home as when we first moved in! **★★★★★ — Jake, March 2020** > Chris and his team were great to work with. He worked closely with our contractor to make sure the plans were executed perfectly. Chris has excellent sense for design as well as construction, with a commitment to every detail. He was always available and kept us updated throughout the planning process and interaction with the city planning dept. My wife and I are very pleased that Chris' vision for the completed project turned out beautifully. **★★★★★ — Harvey Solway, Sept. 2019** > My wife and I purchased a 35 year old house in Santa Barbara. The house was built on a gorgeous lot with a fabulous view of the ocean. We loved the view, and the floor plan of the house. The house itself was dated and required substantial updating. Chris Manson-Hing was very helpful in finding beautiful and cost effective ways to modernize our house. We now have a beautiful house on a terrific lot with a great view of the ocean, which is exactly what we wanted. **★★★★★ — DONAD MARSZALEK, Sept. 2019** > Our experience working with Christopher Manson Hing was extremely pleasant and effective in guiding a difficult rebuild project to completion. Chris is a very pleasant person and is easy to work with. Our rebuild team consisted of an architect (Chris), a contractor (Gordobe Homes, Inc.) and a decorator. In addition to providing standard architect services, Chris was always available when needed at the work site and provided valuable information and ideas on important decisions, some of which were beyond the scope of typical architect services (kitchen layout and counter design, energy efficient outdoor patio tiles, etc.). He is a talented architect with a detailed knowledge of city and county building codes, and was very diligent in doing all that is necessary in securing the numerous permits and approvals required for completion of our project. We recommend Manson Hing Architects, Inc. without any reservations. **★★★★★ — User, Oct. 2018** > As the principal of Doyle-Morgan Structural Engineering, Inc., I have had the pleasure of doing business with Christopher Manson Hing over the past 15 years. An important distinction about Christopher’s architecture is that he can be seen promoting the vision of his clients. He listens and understands, he is engaging with people; and from an engineering perspective, he delivers technical expertise in all of his designs. > > The best architecture generally derives from the best client–architect relationships, and these relationships come out of trust generated through openness and integrity, as well as shared values and goals. Christopher is on point with those qualities and our collaboration with Manson Hing Architects on designs has resulted in superbly constructed, beautifully crafted homes. > > It’s no wonder Christopher’s firm was ranked within the top 5, of the 10 named best residential architects in Santa Barbara by LA Architects Magazine in 2018! **★★★★★ — Artizen Floor Corp, Feb. 2016** > Chris is an absolute pleasure to work with. He orchestrates every detail seamlessly, handling his clients, generals and subs in a manner that not only brings out the best in everyone, but culminates into masterpiece after masterpiece. His elegant, timeless designs will endure long into the future. > Michael Bennett Floor Corp **★★★★★ — msfranco, Oct. 2015** > Chris has been my "go to" architectural professional since 1999. > > I first worked with him on my personal residence, where we hired him to design a remodel of an existing 900 SF cottage into our 2000+ SF ocean view permanent home. The work on our home continued through several phases (expansion, entry, kitchen) over several years. We are now settled for life into our dream home. > > Chris understood our program goals, family, lifestyle, site advantage/challenges, and mixed these all into a structure where strangers still stop and ask to take photos. > > In my professional life, I have also used Chris for small business tenant improvement projects, real estate investment consultation, and office interior space planning. > > If you want to work with someone who really understands how to translate functional and aesthetic goals into architectural vision, plans and details, I give Chris my highest recommendation. **★★★★★ — ssm2, Nov. 2014** > Manson-Hing Architecture built a new home for us in Santa Barbara. We couldn't be happier with the results, as well as the design and building process. Our new house sits elegantly on its site, captures the surrounding views, delights us with its space and light, and works beautifully with our daily lives. It even ended up in Architectural Digest! > > And we have Chris Manson-Hing to thank for this amazing experience. From the beginning we were impressed with his clarity of thought, enthusiasm for our project and grasp of our objectives. He worked closely with us throughout, evolving the simple, elegant home we wanted, with imaginative design work, gorgeous materials, an exquisite sense of proportion and eloquent details. He was very collaborative, eliciting ideas and ensuring excellence across our team. > > Chris also has a keen sense of function and practicality, and worked creatively to realize the best results within our budget. His clear communications made it easy to make choices among different options. Importantly, as the inevitable problems arose, Chris met each challenge constructively and focused on finding an even better solution. He was also adept at anticipating issues and so helped us avoid costly errors. > > I cannot recommend Chris more highly. He builds stunningly beautiful homes that exceed his client's expectations and does so with careful attention to functionality and budget. And he is a joy to work with. **★★★★★ — judithljohnson, Nov. 2014** > As senior citizens planning our first addition and remodel we needed an expert. After many interviews we selected Christopher -- he listened! He continued to listen, to hear what we wanted and needed throughout our year-long project, guiding us to choices that were better and more efficient. His exacting plans made the process go smoothly for the contractor and for the various subs. His presence was a delight, his expertise invaluable. He is a true professional with the highest design and coordination skills. ## Selected projects - [Lilac Drive Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lilac-drive-residence-pj-vj~606208) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 15 - Description: Lilac Drive Residence in modern pavilion style, with a classical approach to the loggias. The building is made up of a few simple but bold volumes that distinguish the pavilions with their own loggias facing the south sunlight. Santa Barbara sandstone and plaster are the main exterior finishes along with a slate tile roof finish and copper box rain gutters. Classical columns infuse romance into the loggias where the property opens to expansive views of an open end valley and ocean beyond. - [San Miguel Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/san-miguel-residence-pj-vj~731398) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 10 - Description: A residence on a steep and narrow lot with expansive coastal views of the Channel Islands that celebrates its location with a beach style. The residence was designed to maximize its apparent size by having large expanses of windows and a great room layout with decks and patios off the rooms allowing the house to open out to the exterior and expand the living space outdoors, all on one level. Traditional materials of wood shingles and slate patios give the home a sense of historical permanence. A… - [Hill Road Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hill-road-residence-pj-vj~606235) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 12 - Description: Modern Coastal Farmhouse in Montecito, California, designed to have open light filled interior spaces. [See all 3 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/manson-hing-architects-inc-pfvwus-pf~789545208) ## Ideabooks - [Seaview Research](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/90109491/list/seaview-research) — 9 ideas - [Architectural](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/32845297/list/architectural) — 6 ideas - [Landscapes](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/32844190/list/landscapes) — 3 ideas [See all 3 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/cmansonhing) ## Community Q&A **Q: What white paint color** *(in Photo Questions)* did you use on the exterior? A: That wall finish is an integral color plaster finish, not painted, it's color is noted as "Alabaster" , however I don't have the Plaster manufacturer's name. **Q: Wow! Could you please give roof color and exterior paint color.** *(in Photo Questions)* A: The roof is natural slate, grey/black and the walls are not painted, they are integral color exterior plaster **Q: Windows** *(in Photo Questions)* What tiype of windows are those? A: We used steel windows with double glazing, they allow in the most light and the steel works nicely with the plaster walls **Q: Love the picture, could we share it ?** *(in Photo Questions)* Thank you again for sharing with us your project photo for use on our social media. We are currently in the process of completely revamping our website and will be including an extensive project portfolio image library. Each project will have a dedicated page where all the necessary credits will be giving (designer, architect, photographer, etc). We would love to be able to include your project it that section. We would also link the credits to your website. Let us know if that would be possible. If so, please email Maëlle Bail, Marketing Coordinator, at m.bail@wetstyle.ca. For your information, our website is visited every week by thousands of wealthy consumers renovating or building a new house, providing great exposure for your firm. Having a link to your website from ours will also benefit your search engine optimization (SEO). A: Thanks you for the appreciative words, I passed your request on to my photographer to connect with you, best wishes. **Q: Art and buffet** *(in Photo Questions)* Truly great design. Love the art and buffet! A: We are very happy you like the project. Unfortunately we are unable to publish the plans to preserve the privacy of our clients. **Q: Place looks great** *(in Photo Questions)* What type of tree is pictured in this photo? A: Riviera Bronze in Ventura, CA made these. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-20.*