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

ABD provided Audiovisual Design and Acoustical Consulting for the academic building addition at Wheaton Academy, focusing on the Broadcast Studio.

School Broadcast Studios Wheaton Academy Academic Building

ABD Engineering & Design worked with AMDG Architects on the academic building addition that included Broadcast Studios, learning spaces, and commons. ABD’s audiovisual design first addressed master planning to establish…
ABD Engineering & Design provided audiovisual design and acoustical consulting for the Happy Valley Library Expansion.

Library Expansion Community Spaces

ABD Engineering & Design worked with Scott Edwards Architecture and the City of Happy Valley on this community library expansion project. ABD provided acoustical and audiovisual consulting services for the…

Peter Allen's Experience

  • F45 Training Fitness AcousticsVancouver, Washington
  • Music RoomMedford, Oregon
  • Portland Providence Medical Center Emergency DepartmentPortland, Oregon
  • Block 67 Mixed Use Affordable HousingHillsboro, Oregon
  • Oregon Health and Science University DispatchPortland, Oregon
  • Oregon State University Wilson Callahan and McNary HallsCorvallis, Oregon
  • Zip-O Log Mills Noise StudyEugene, Oregon
  • Veterans Administration American LakeJoint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington
  • Sortis 8-story Mass Timber HeadquatersPortland, Oregon
  • Red Tail – 6613 Pointe Post Falls – HUD Noise StudyPost Falls, Idaho
  • ZGF – PeaceHealth Vancouver ACC – AcousticsVancouver, Washington
  • The Dalles MultifamilyThe Dalles, Oregon
  • Performance HallOtis, Oregon
  • Oregon Health and Science University DoernbecherPortland, Oregon
  • Oregon State University Bloss HallCorvallis, Oregon
  • Peter Allen's Blog Posts

    How Does Sound Masking Work

    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...