As a founding principal of Mainline Group Architecture, Inc. and with 30 years of experience in the building industry, Allen has worked on a variety of project types including residential, educational, health & fitness and municipal. Allen approaches architectural projects with a wealth of experience from years as an architectural designer as well as a general contractor. He has a strong background in design coupled with the knowledge of how to develop construction details and how to physically build a structure.

After completing his design studies at The Prince of Wales’s Institute of Architecture, London, England, Allen spent his early professional career working in London where he honed his craft and talent for old world detailing and construction methods.