Our Process
Each project begins by listening to our clients. We believe that each project is a story and every character has something to add. We will figure out your project’s unique goal and design towards achieving it. Initial design presentations between us and our clients set the scene for later more detailed work which focuses on technical aspects of construction and execution. We work closely with our clients to tailor each project not only to their design goals, but to the schedule and budgetary guidelines as well. We embrace the whole process, from very early sketches to producing highly detailed drawings to inform the smooth execution of your project.
Moshe Porter
Registered Architect - California
Co-Founder
Moshe grew up in La Jolla, California, where he was first inspired by the buildings of Irving Gill and the Southern California early modernists. He moved to Boston to earn his Bachelor of Architecture degree from Northeastern University.
During his time on the East Coast, he managed multi-family residential projects for Work A.C. and Handel Architects, where he met Wayne. In 2018, Moshe relocated to San Francisco and honed his skills in civic and residential architecture at Mark Cavagnero & Associates and Wade Design Architects. In 2023, Moshe co-founded Porter & Erb Architects.
Moshe recently completed the design of his own home in the Bay Area and can be found enjoying the local beaches or walking his dog in Golden Gate Park.
Lucas Gillie
Project Manager
Lucas grew up in Durham, North Carolina, where he developed an interest in architecture through observing the industrial and agricultural landscapes of the area. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Architecture from the University of North Carolina, Charlotte and his Master of Architecture from Yale University.
Prior to joining Porter & Erb Architects, Lucas worked for architectural offices throughout the southeast and has written for Paprika! and Pidgin Magazine. In his free time, you can find him developing film in his bathtub or
getting overly competitive in a game of Catan.
Wayne Erb
Registered Architect - California / New York
Co-Founder
Wayne grew up in Raleigh, North Carolina, where his father’s work as a carpenter sparked his early interest in making buildings, particularly in the creation of regionalist homes. He earned his Bachelors of Science at Appalachian State, and his Masters of Architecture at the Pratt Institute.
While working in New York, Wayne gained extensive experience on large-scale residential projects at ODA and Handel Architects, where he met his future business partner, Moshe. His journey brought him to San Francisco, where he contributed to high-profile residential projects at Ro Rockett Design, further honing his architectural expertise. In 2023, Wayne co-founded Porter & Erb Architects.
When he isn't collaborating with Moshe on projects, Wayne can be found swimming or surfing at Ocean Beach.
Elizabeth Sackinger
Designer
Elizabeth joins us from Boston, where she's completing her Bachelors degree at Northeastern University. She has a strong interest in residential architecture and interior design. When she's not at the studio Elizabeth is out exploring San Francisco with friends.