Calvin Gallion, III

Originally from Natchitoches, Louisiana, Calvin discovered his love of architecture and design at an early age. He comes from a large family of artists and designers and adopted that mindset very quickly. Growing up in Natchitoches fostered a deep respect for historic preservation that shows in his work, but can transition to modern designs seamlessly. Calvin attended Tulane School of Architecture and graduated with his Master of Architecture with a minor in Urban Design. During his time at Tulane, he attended DIS in Copenhagen, Denmark studying urban design, architecture and furniture design.

Calvin has worked on projects of varying sizes and has even led teams for larger programs and designs, including single family residential, university work and restaurants. He has cultivated respectful working relationships with numerous regulatory agencies, including the Vieux Carré Commission, National Park Services and State Historic Preservation Office.

EDUCATION

  • Master of Architecture, Tulane University, 2017

AWARDS

  • Jason Pettigrew Memorial ARE Scholarship, 2023

  • AIA | ACEC Louisiana Emerging Leaders Institute Scholarship, 2023

CERTIFICATIONS & ORGANIZATIONS

  • Registered Architect : Louisiana

  • LEED Green Associate

  • National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB)

  • National Organization of Minority Architects (NOMA)

  • American Institute of Architects (AIA)

  • AIA New Orleans Small Firm Exchange Co-Chair, 2023-2024

  • AIA | ACEC Louisiana Emerging Leaders Institute, 2023

  • AIA Louisiana Associate Director, 2024

  • AIA New Orleans Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Director, 2025

  • Louisiana Architect Selection Board Member, 2025-2026

  • AIA Louisiana Young Architect Representative, 2025-2026

PUBLICATIONS