Founded in 1906 by A.B. Higginson, Phillips Metsch Sweeney Moore Architects (PMSM) is one of the oldest, continuously practicing architectural firms on California's Central Coast. We proudly celebrate the legacy established by our predecessors and we embrace the attributes that have characterized the firm since its inception - a highly collaborative approach with our clients and consultants, strong intellectual capital, creative designs that emphasize contextual sensitivity, and a rigorous quality control system.

While the needs of our clients, and thus our designs, have changed over the years, our effective leadership and efficient teamwork have sustained us and, today, our core values of honesty, integrity, and professionalism remain consistent. We attribute our enduring success to maintaining our core values and dedicating ourselves, as people and professionals, to projects that enrich the community.