After Allen obtained his degree in architecture from CalPoly University he began his career honing his drawing skills in architectural firms in southern California.

There he gained valuable design and drafting experience working on a variety of residential and commercial projects. He moved to Marin County and expanded his design skills working in firms active in land planning, multi-family housing and custom homes.

When later he opened his own offices in Danville and San Ramon, California he developed the components of his signature style; an emphasis on function and light-filled spaces. As founding member of the San Ramon Design and Review Board he helped shape the architectural character of that newly formed city.  

Allen has built a reputation on working closely with the client from the initial design stages on their project through to completion of construction. He has wide experience working with city planning departments in Design Review and in creating construction documents that get building approval.

Over the years Allen has developed lasting relationships with talented contractors and engineers and is able to refer those most suited to the client’s project and budget.

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 Allen has a love of design and is a life-long artist.
Clients appreciate his ability to listen to and interpret their ideas into the living spaces they envision.

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