THE PRESTON PARTNERSHIP - Key Persons
Abena handles accounting and HR responsibilities at Preston. She is all about efficient, well executed processes. Abena was born in Ghana, West Africa and later moved to America where she has spent most of her life. She obtained her undergrad at Georgia Gwinnett College, and her MBA at Mercer. In her free time, Abena is passionate about cooking, traveling, strength training and live music.
Alex is passionate about all things design. She relishes in the creative collaborative process, working alongside clients and team members to not only craft a vision for their project, but to also manage the design details into production. She has been working in residential and multifamily interior design for over a decade. She obtained her Bachelors of Arts from the University of Maryland, while living overseas as a military spouse in Germany and Guam. In her spare time, you can find her tending to her French provincial-inspired garden alongside her husband and three children.
Job Titles:
- Associate Principal of Interior Design
Allison Crosby received her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design from Miami University. She has considerable experience in multifamily housing from both the interior design and real estate development perspective. She also has worked extensively in furniture specification and procurement. Allison fuses her creativity of well lived spaces, with a business development mindset to collaborate with architects and developers alike in creating functional and visually aesthetic interiors.
Born in Atlanta, GA and raised as an Air Force brat, Andrew returned to Atlanta as a college student to study architecture at Southern Polytechnic State University. He spent his summers working in construction, learning a great deal, while working for a builder as a framer and as an intern for a general contractor. He is passionate about making sure details are right, and that they not only work from a technical standpoint but also stay true to the design intent. He is a husband and father to four children. When he finds the time, he enjoys hunting and fishing.
Andy grew up in a small town in England, UK. He has a degree in Accounting and Business Finance from Alton College. He has worked in various accounting roles through a variety of industries, including computer compressors and motor cycle sales, and now in architecture. He moved across the pond in 2000 and has been Preston's CFO for the past 18 years. When he's not crunching numbers, Andy enjoys playing golf, watching soccer, and socializing with friends and family.
Anton is currently attending his thesis year of Kennesaw State University's Architecture program. Throughout his educational experience, he has been drawn to wood construction. He enjoys the details that lead to a completed design. His design for a Net-Zero Sustainable Educational building received 2 nd place in the 2022 Integrated Design Studio Competition. Anton enjoys traveling and experiencing different cultures, which is what initially led him to pursue architecture. His favorite cities include Barcelona, Florence, and Paris.
Job Titles:
- Principal & Vision Keeper
Bob received a Bachelor of Architecture from Plymouth University in England. He is a registered architect in 10 States, including California. At this point in his career, he still enjoys being involved in all project phases, from running the business to sketching to technical review. Today, you can find him working in studio among all levels of staff. He believes that designing a good-looking building is equally as important as meeting the budget or answering a contractor's question during construction.
Job Titles:
- Associate Design Principal
Brandon is passionate about creating memorable experiences through unforgettable and engaging architecture. As an Associate Principal, he leads design across the firm and is a registered architect in the state of Texas. He has worked in mixed-use multi-family, commercial interiors, Sr. Living & Healthcare for over 10 years and received his Master of Architecture degree from Texas A&M University.
Catherine obtained her Bachelors in Architecture in the Dominican Republic, and her Masters in Interior Design from Savannah College of Art and Design. She leverages her expertise in both industries to maintain strong documentation and visualizations. She strives to design inspiring and uplifting interiors that foster connection and ownership through history and culture. In her free time, she loves to paint, read, cook and dance.
Dan has more than 30 years of experience in the field of architecture, including project management, owners representation and professional consulting in construction, risk management, and Quality Assurance/Quality Control matters. He has a Masters in Architecture from the University of Nebraska. He is registered in Virginia, Maryland, DC and Florida. At Preston, Dan provides insight and guidance during the construction phase for many projects. Dan enjoys spending time outside, and playing with his grandkids.
Born in Honduras, Dennis and his family migrated to New Orleans in the mid sixties. He graduated from Tulane University and joined Preston in 1996, making him the 13th employee hired. As a principal of design, he is responsible for density and viability studies. He helps clients envision the possibilities. He likes "girly drinks with umbrellas", creole cuisine, and spending quality time with his wife and three children.
Born into a Southern family devoted to hunting, fishing, and sports, Edsel was the eccentric devoted to art, history, and books. His passion for beautiful lines in art, sculpture, architecture, and music led to a general interest in design, which he explored at Georgia Tech. He has a Masters in Architecture in Design and Preservation. With 30+ years of experience, he has developed a keen visual sense which he employs while shepherding project design.
Elijah has his Bachelors of Architecture from Kennesaw State University, with a minor in Construction Management, and is currently pursuing NCARB Licensure. Fascinated with the construction process, coupled with an artistic eye, architecture was the perfect career for him. Architecture is an opportunity to impact someone's life in a meaningful way. Aside from architecture, Elijah aspires to travel the globe and explore the natural beauty the world has to offer.
Emerald received her Bachelor of Science in Architecture at Georgia Tech. After graduation, she worked for an Urban Design and Architecture firm specializing in urban design and planning. She went back to Georgia Tech to pursue her Master of Architecture degree and graduated in 2019. During her time at Georgia Tech, she won the 2014 National NOMAS competition and was runner up in the 2018 Portman Prize Competition.
Jim received his Bachelor of Architecture degree from New York Institute of Technology. After visiting San Diego and Atlanta, he settled on Atlanta as the place to launch his career in architecture. Jim has two beautiful daughters Sarah and Kate. He strongly believes that no man is better than the group - one man's success is the company's success. In his spare time, you can find him fly fishing.
Matt is an architecture student at Kennesaw State University. In High School, he took part in the four year drafting and design program that nurtured his love for design. In college, he has been selected for exhibition every semester. Recently, he was accepted into his college's 4th year professional program. He is eager to enhance his skills and knowledge over the next two years, and looks forward to what the future holds. Also, Matt was born in New York, so naturally he is a huge NY Giants fan.
Max received his bachelor's degree in architecture from Auburn University in 2023. He is passionate about the built environment and believes that good designs are the result of community engagement and cohesive teamwork. His artistic eye paired with his desire to keep innovating led him straight to architecture. He really enjoys the front end of the design process, especially the collaborative schematics of a project. Outside of work, Max enjoys watching sports, playing golf, and traveling.
Meredith holds a Bachelor of Arts in Architecture from Clemson University. During her time at Clemson she participated in the school's Fluid Campus in Barcelona, Spain for a semester. Meredith attended Florida International University for her Master of Architecture degree. Although she is originally from Charleston, SC, she decided to move to Atlanta, GA to purse her career in architecture with Preston.
Rourke graduated from Kennesaw State University with a Bachelor of Architecture and a minor in philosophy. Excited about architecture and researching, he decided to pursue a graduate degree at Columbia University, where he received a Master of Science in Advanced Architectural Design. While in New York, he gained exposure to new design technologies and methodologies which reignited my passion for design.
Sam graduated from Western Carolina University with a Bachelors in Interior Design and a minor in Art. With a history of contractors and carpenters in her family, there is no doubt where her love for design came from. Her specialty is in multifamily, mixed use and senior living. She believes that a space should not only be functional and efficient but also a beautiful innovative environment to be admired and remembered by all who experience it. In her free time, you can find her baking, reading, playing with her dog Ralph, or singing in the Atlanta Women's Choir.
From a young age, Tami loved anything artistic, including design, so it isn't surprising that she would want to work in a profession that blends architecture and interior design. Her background is in the administrative/office manager role. She grew up in Akron, OH, but became enamored by the beauty of the landscape, the strong southern charm of the people, and the strength of the architecture of Atlanta. At Preston, she is responsible for maintaining office operations.
Tim received his Bachelor of Architecture degree from Auburn University. Originally from Alabama, Tim moved to Atlanta almost 30 years ago to begin his career in architecture. He is a registered architect in 9 States and has extensive experience in a wide range of building types, including low-rise and high-rise multi-family, mixed-use, hospitality, and office projects. Outside of the office, Tim and his wife enjoy spending as much time as possible at the beach.
Ying holds a Bachelor of Architecture from Tsinghua University and a master of Landscape Architecture from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. She is originally from Beijing, China. Ying believes that a functional and aesthetically pleasing building should blend harmoniously with its environment. She continuously strives to broaden her knowledge in every aspect of architectural practice. In her spare time, she enjoys exploring history and gardening.