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EMAIL malina@designdevelopment.com
PHONE 919.848.4474, 1010
EDUCATION
PhD in Chemistry | Gothenburg University, Sweden
Master of Science | Gothenburg University, Sweden
WITH FIRM SINCE 2024
MALIN ALLERT
DESIGNER | INTERIOR DESIGN
SOCIAL MEDIA | MARKETING | WEBSITE
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with Malin Allert
Tell us something about yourself.
"I come from a science background, with much of my work focused on molecular-level design—a field that requires both precision and creativity. This combination of analytical thinking and creative problem-solving naturally sparked my interest in the intersection of science and design.
Architecture and design have been passions of mine throughout my life. At Design Development Architects, I’ve been fortunate to bring this passion to life by contributing to both digital experiences through web design and physical environments through interior design.
What’s a professional value or principle you bring to your work every day?
"One professional principle I bring to work every day is commitment to purposeful design. I believe every element should have a clear function and contribute to a cohesive experience. This means consistently aligning aesthetics with functionality, and creativity with context—ensuring that every design choice is intentional and supports the overall vision.
What excites you most about coming to work every day?
"What excites me most is the opportunity to create experiences—both digital and physical—that shape how people engage with spaces. Whether I'm working on the website that tells the story of a project or designing the interior of a space that brings that story to life, every day brings a new creative challenge. I love being part of an architectural firm where design happens at multiple levels—from pixels to materials—and where both disciplines can inform and inspire each other. It's incredibly rewarding to collaborate in a team, with clients, solve problems with both aesthetics and functionality in mind, and contribute to projects that have a lasting impact on how people learn, gather, work, and interact.
What’s one thing that makes this firm’s culture unique?
"What stood out most to me since I started working here is how our smaller team works closely together and directly with our clients. This friendly, collaborative environment creates strong connections and allows us to deliver truly personalized architectural solutions.