Allan joined ECA in 2006 having studied Fine Art at London Guildhall University and is a practising artist. An interest in architecture led him to ECA where he became a member in 2007. Allan provides project support for the office.
Since graduating, Allan has worked in redevelopment, as well as for several design and construction companies in Ireland and London providing administrative, technical and artistic support.
Allan is co-ordinator of the Edward Cullinan Art space. In this roled he has collaborated with private galleries as well as emergy and established artists in selecting and realising shows.
Allan's collaborations with ECA have produced artistic schemes for the Barge Arm development and Brampton Manor School. Allan's personal exhibitions have included the Creekside Open x 2, selected by Matthew Collings.