A constant spark of optimism and design excellence, Allison has the novel ability to create indelible, evocative architecture and lead teams, clients and communities. Whether it’s guiding organizations through design possibilities, encouraging teams to unleash their full creativity or inspiring future generations, Allison never stops nourishing those she serves.
A recipient of the AIA’s prestigious Young Architects Award, Allison delivers award-winning work across all project types and scales. She regularly teaches graduate-level studios and seminars at Washington University in St. Louis. She has served both the AIA and CannonDesign through various committees and roles over the years, and is currently a member of the Steedman Governing Committee at Washington University in St. Louis, and co-chair of the AIA St. Louis Design Awards committee.
A few clients and collaborators
- The University of Kansas Health System
- University Health
- Missouri State University
- Mercy Center for Performance Medicine and Specialty Care
- American Institute of Architects
Expertise
- Phenomenology, designing for human experience
- Teaching and encouraging future designers
- Exploring unknown possibilities
Pursuits
- Classical guitar
- Exploring nature, by snorkel or on foot
- Traveling the world
