About Us

Christopher Alley is a licensed architect in Vermont, New York, California, and
Colorado.

I earned my Bachelor's Degree in Architecture from Washington University in
St Louis, MO - 1980.

My graduate school degree is a Master's in Design from Lindenwood University
in St Charles, MO where I studied in a one-on one internship with Chicago
Bauhaus professor Myron Kozzman - 1983.

My first three professional years were spent working as a facilities engineer for
the McDonnell Douglas Corporation in St Louis MO.

I coined the name "Post Decadent Architecture" in a paper published by the
World Congress of Building in Rio de Janiero, 1988. The name portends a wise
use of resources to achieve quality of life in grace and simplicity.

In my 23 years of practice, I have always preferred to operate independently,
with a team of preferred experts. I provide architecture for commercial and
residential projects, and personally work to assure satisfaction for the most
demanding client.
My range of building runs from historic hotel development , restaurant,
museums, multi-family condos, to custom residences, and all of the work reflects
a commitment to excellence.

Chris Alley was fortunate to be hired as a designer/draftsman/construction detailer at the
Hotel del Coronado in San Diego California for a renovation in honor of their 100th
Anniversary. I was responsible for drawings to renovate the Cigar Shop, Hotel Spa, Prince
of Wales Restaurant kitchen, and specifications for guest suites in the new section of the
hotel. It was an honor to help serve this North American landmark, with it's tradition of
elegance and perfection.