Owner + Principal

Matthew Riggs, owner + principal of studioABRI, is a registered architect known for his passion for innovative design and sustainable architecture. He earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) from the University of Georgia in 2011, developing a strong foundation in artistic principles and creative problem-solving. Building on this, he completed a Master of Architecture (MArch) at Georgia Tech in 2015, deepening his technical expertise and broadening his understanding of modern architectural practices.

With a career spanning over a decade, Matthew has had the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects, including residential and commercial developments, public spaces, and community projects.

Matthew lives in Atlanta, Georgia with his wife, Samantha, a landscape architect, and their two children, daughter Bobbi and son Roy.

Project Designer

Elena is a multidisciplinary artist and designer based in Atlanta, Georgia. She is a graduate of the Yale School of Architecture, having earned a B.A. in Architecture with a Design concentration. Elena’s work explores the intersections of art, architecture, and object-making, driven by a deep passion for materials, handicraft, and design—particularly within the fiber arts.

In the summer of 2022, Elena was awarded the prestigious Harvey Geiger Traveling Fellowship, which enabled her to conduct in-depth research on the relationship between traditional textile-making practices and spatial design across Mexico, Guatemala, and Peru. Her studies illuminated the cultural and spatial significance of textile art, inspiring her continued exploration of these themes in her work. Outside of her professional pursuits, Elena dedicates time to her crafts; she is often found embroidering, weaving, and crocheting small fruits.