ABOUT

Britton Architecture is a residential architecture studio led by Mike Britton, with over 20 years of experience designing thoughtful, durable, and site-responsive buildings throughout the country.

While Mike’s work has taken him from coast to coast, the firm is proudly based in Mammoth Lakes in California’s Eastern Sierra Nevada. The majority of our projects are located in this unique and demanding mountain environment, where great architecture must respond equally well to heavy snow loads, intense high-altitude sun, dramatic seasonal temperature swings, and the increasing threat of wildfire.

Designing for this region requires a careful balance of performance, simplicity, and craft. Our work reflects a deep understanding of mountain climates — from managing winter snow and ice to mitigating summer heat gain and solar exposure. We also prioritize material and detailing strategies that enhance long-term durability and wildfire resiliency. These environmental realities often lead to clean, efficient, and honest architectural solutions that not only perform better, but are also practical and cost-conscious to build.

Britton Architecture specializes primarily in custom residential design, including new homes, accessory dwelling units (ADUs), additions, and major renovations. We also provide site analysis and feasibility studies, and regularly advise clients who are evaluating land for a future home or project. Early guidance during site selection and planning often proves invaluable in shaping both the long-term performance and livability of a project.

Our approach is collaborative and grounded in the realities of building in mountain communities. We believe good architecture should be timeless, purposeful, and deeply connected to its place — supporting how people live while standing up to the environmental demands of the Eastern Sierra for decades to come.