I am an architectural designer based in Savannah, Georgia, with a strong background in public and community-based projects. I have worked on diverse projects ranging from affordable housing and adaptive reuse to cultural and educational buildings, incorporating sustainable and innovative design principles. My work experiences have involved collaboration with registered architects and engineers throughout all phases of design, as well as leadership in graphic design and branding ventures. My passion lies in creating vibrant environments that encourage community engagement while considering economic, social, and environmental factors. I strive to design architecture that harmonizes with its context and serves as a catalyst for growth, sustainability, and cultural enrichment.

Rand Allison

I am an architectural designer based in Savannah, Georgia, with a strong background in public and community-based projects. I have worked on diverse projects ranging from affordable housing and adaptive reuse to cultural and educational buildings, incorporating sustainable and innovative design principles. My work experiences have involved collaboration with registered architects and engineers throughout all phases of design, as well as leadership in graphic design and branding ventures. My passion lies in creating vibrant environments that encourage community engagement while considering economic, social, and environmental factors. I strive to design architecture that harmonizes with its context and serves as a catalyst for growth, sustainability, and cultural enrichment.

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I am an architectural designer based in Savannah, Georgia, with a strong background in public and community-based projects. I have worked on diverse projects ranging from affordable housing and adaptive reuse to cultural and educational buildings, incorporating sustainable and innovative design principles. My work experiences have involved collaboration with registered architects and engineers throughout all phases of design, as well as leadership in graphic design and branding ventures.

My passion lies in creating vibrant environments that encourage community engagement while considering economic, social, and environmental factors. I strive to design architecture that harmonizes with its context and serves as a catalyst for growth, sustainability, and cultural enrichment.

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Experience Level

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Work Experience

Intern Architect at Lott Barber Architects
September 1, 2019 - August 26, 2025
Worked with registered architects daily on all phases of design, including concept, schematic design, design development, construction documents, and contract administration. Primarily focused on the design of an affordable housing development.
Junior Architect at Hussey Gay Bell, A&E
December 1, 2022 - August 26, 2025
Collaborated daily with registered architects and engineers on all phases of design. Focused mainly on commercial and public projects across schematic design, design development, construction documents, and contract administration.
Designer at designLAB
June 1, 2024 - August 26, 2025
Worked closely with architects on all phases of design with a focus on public and community-based projects. Created high-quality graphics for client meetings and produced construction documentation.
Co-founder / Creative Director at Graphic Design / Branding Business
January 1, 2022 - August 26, 2025
Founded and directed a graphic design and branding business creating brands for fashion designers and companies locally and nationally. Expanded the company from one to six employees and achieved six-figure gross revenue in the second year.
Studio 13 Designer at Savannah College of Art and Design
June 1, 2024 - Present
Collaborated daily with architects on all phases of design focusing on creating the SCAD Backlot, a Hollywood-style film studio. Produced presentation graphics for internal meetings.
Intern Architect at Lott Barber Architects
September 30, 2019 - August 26, 2025
Worked daily with registered architects on all phases of design (concept, schematic design, design development, construction documents, and construction administration). Primarily focused on the design of an affordable housing development.
Junior Architect at Hussey Gay Bell, A&E
December 31, 2022 - August 26, 2025
Collaborated daily with registered architects and engineers on all phases of design for commercial and public projects.
Designer at designLAB
June 30, 2024 - August 26, 2025
Engaged with architects daily, worked on all design phases, primarily focused on public and community-based projects. Created high-quality graphics for client meetings while preparing construction documentation.
Co-founder / Creative Director at Graphic Design / Branding Business
January 31, 2022 - August 26, 2025
Led graphic design and branding business serving fashion designers, local and national companies. Grew company from 1 to 6 employees and achieved six-figure gross revenue in the second year.
Designer at Studio 13, Savannah College of Art and Design
June 1, 2024 - Present
Worked with architects on all design phases, focused on creating the SCAD Backlot, a Hollywood-style film studio. Created presentation graphics for in-house meetings.

Education

B.F.A. in Architecture at Savannah College of Art and Design
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2022
Construction Project Management at Columbia Executive Education
November 1, 2021 - February 1, 2022
B.F.A. in Architecture at Savannah College of Art and Design
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2022
Construction Project Management at Columbia Executive Education
November 1, 2021 - February 28, 2022

Qualifications

Cum Laude - Art History Minor
January 11, 2030 - August 26, 2025
Construction Project Management Course
November 1, 2021 - February 1, 2022
Construction Project Management
November 1, 2021 - February 28, 2022

Industry Experience

Real Estate & Construction, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment