Parkview at Terwilliger Plaza Independent Living
ABD Engineering & Design worked with LRS Architects on this high-rise independent living building with 11 floors and 127 units. The one and two bedroom units provide residential spaces for…
Peter AllenSenior Acoustical Engineer
Peter Allen, PE, INCE Bd. Cert. is the Senior Acoustical Engineer in Portland, Oregon, with a Master of Engineering degree in Acoustics from Pennsylvania State University, and over 20 years of experience. Along with his Professional Engineer's license in acoustics (PE) from the State of Oregon, Peter was awarded Board Certification by the Institute of Noise Control Engineering (INCE. Bd.Cert.). Peter is a nationally recognized expert in acoustics and vibration. Peter specializes in data acquisition, vibration-analysis, noise control, and environmental testing. Peter is also experienced in using advanced techniques including experimental modal analysis and acoustic holography to help solve problems for clients in multiple industries. In his personal time, Peter enjoys climbing, yoga, riding his motorcycle, and SCUBA diving.
Peter Allen's Projects
Student Success Center Oregon State University - Cascades
ABD Engineering & Design is partnering with Opsis Architecture for the Oregon State University - Cascades Student Success Center. Many of the acoustical challenges come from the flexible use spaces…
Cathedral Village Apartments Affordable Housing
ABD Engineering & Design worked with MWA Architects to provide full acoustical consulting for this 110-unit affordable housing project. The development includes a mix of 2 and 3-bedroom apartments and…
Oregon State Treasury Resilient Office Building
ABD Engineering & Design worked with GBD Architects on the Oregon State Treasury Office Building. The two-story building is located in the Cascadia Subduction Zone, an earthquake epicenter. As part…
Vancouver Clinic 3 New or Expanded Facilities
ABD Engineering & Design worked with ZGF Architects to provide complete acoustical consulting services for the Vancouver Clinic expansion project at 3 locations. Salmon Creek: 100,000 SF Camas: 25,300 SF…
Peter Allen's Experience
Peter Allen's Blog Posts
Building Vibration
Building vibration can impact user experience, and is largely preventable during design, or potentially mitigated later, with help from a vibration consultant.
How Does Sound Masking Work?
Have you ever increased the volume of your music or television program to “drown out” your noisy neighbors? Or have you noticed how difficult it is to hear a conversation while eating in a busy restaurant? In both situations, sound from the “masker” (your...