Bio
Allen Chan is a founding partner of multidisciplinary global design studio DesignAgency, which he
leads alongside co-founders Anwar Mekhayech and Matt Davis. Each of the three partners brings
a unique perspective to the studio’s business development strategy and creative direction. Allen’s
leadership and considerable technical expertise have been instrumental in establishing
DesignAgency’s reputation for creating transformative spaces and brands.
Established in Toronto in 1998, DesignAgency now includes studios in Washington, D.C., Los
Angeles, and Barcelona in addition to its primary studio in Toronto. DesignAgency works with
leading hotels and resorts, restaurateurs, entrepreneurs, and developers, and leverages talent, skill,
and passion to realize extraordinary interior experiences that bring lasting value.
Allen employs a holistic approach to projects and is a proponent of Design Thinking, a
methodology that encourages innovation and inspires heightened creativity while delivering the
best results for clients. He has played a vital role in the creation of environments that effectively
communicate brand messaging for high-profile clients such as St. Regis, Momofuku, Fairmont
Hotels and Resorts, The Ritz-Carlton, SBE Group, YOTEL and more.
Allen is a graduate of Columbia University’s Graduate School of Architecture Preservation and
Planning in New York City, and holds a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture from the University of
Toronto.
Specialties
Hospitality, Multi-Unit Residential, Event Venue, and Spa & Wellness
leads alongside co-founders Anwar Mekhayech and Matt Davis. Each of the three partners brings
a unique perspective to the studio’s business development strategy and creative direction. Allen’s
leadership and considerable technical expertise have been instrumental in establishing
DesignAgency’s reputation for creating transformative spaces and brands.
Established in Toronto in 1998, DesignAgency now includes studios in Washington, D.C., Los
Angeles, and Barcelona in addition to its primary studio in Toronto. DesignAgency works with
leading hotels and resorts, restaurateurs, entrepreneurs, and developers, and leverages talent, skill,
and passion to realize extraordinary interior experiences that bring lasting value.
Allen employs a holistic approach to projects and is a proponent of Design Thinking, a
methodology that encourages innovation and inspires heightened creativity while delivering the
best results for clients. He has played a vital role in the creation of environments that effectively
communicate brand messaging for high-profile clients such as St. Regis, Momofuku, Fairmont
Hotels and Resorts, The Ritz-Carlton, SBE Group, YOTEL and more.
Allen is a graduate of Columbia University’s Graduate School of Architecture Preservation and
Planning in New York City, and holds a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture from the University of
Toronto.
Specialties
Hospitality, Multi-Unit Residential, Event Venue, and Spa & Wellness
Specialties
Retail, Hospitality, Development/Condominiums
