Two Generations.
One Creative Studio.

We’re Allen & Co. Creative, a mother–daughter design duo who believe good design should never be boring. Shelly brings the seasoned know-how, Kate brings the fresh ideas (and serious typography obsession), and together we make brands and websites that actually feel like you. Based in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, we serve clients near and far, helping businesses all over the world stand out with bespoke design that’s equal parts strategy and style.

A woman with long blonde hair sitting at a table with a laptop, resting her chin on her hand and looking at the camera.

Hi, I'm Shelly.

I've spent more than 40 years building businesses, developing brands, and helping entrepreneurs bring their ideas to life. Throughout my career, I've worn many hats, from business owner and marketer to designer and creative strategist, giving me a unique understanding of what it takes to grow a successful business from the ground up.

Over the years, I've had the opportunity to learn from many inspirational mentors, including director and entrepreneur Francis Ford Coppola. Their creativity, vision, and willingness to think differently continue to influence the way I approach branding, storytelling, and business today.

I love helping small businesses find clarity in their message, confidence in their brand, and practical marketing solutions that support their goals. There's nothing more rewarding than seeing a great idea come to life and watching a business thrive.

When I'm not working, you'll usually find me in the garden, hunting for vintage treasures, entertaining family and friends, or enjoying time with the people I love most.

A young woman with blonde hair laughing, holding a green smoothie, sitting indoors with a computer monitor and a green desk lamp in the background.

Hi, I'm Kate.

While I enjoy exploring all areas of design, I'm especially passionate about branding, packaging, social content creation, art direction, and photography.

Over the past several years, I've built strong expertise in Adobe Creative Suite and Figma, developing the skills and confidence to bring ideas from concept to completion. I love blending modern design trends with timeless principles to create work that feels fresh, thoughtful, and memorable.

When I'm not designing, you'll usually find me sipping an iced matcha, experimenting with gluten free recipes, working on a creative project, or heading to a Pilates class.

Our Design Philosophy

Good design should be beautiful, but it should also work hard. We don’t do cookie-cutter—we craft bespoke brands and websites that feel authentic, intentional, and built to last. Details matter (yes, even down to the kerning), and when everything clicks, your brand goes from “fine” to unforgettable.

Kind words from clients.

  • A woman with red hair sitting on a staircase, smiling at the camera, wearing a floral blouse and ripped jeans.

    “Shelly helped make one of the most stressful parts of starting new business (developing a complicated website) into a fun and simple process. Her guidance, creativity, and vision, made my dreams into a functional and beautiful reality."

    —Lindsey, Lindsey Kiniry Art

  • A smiling woman with shoulder-length dark hair, wearing a beige top, sitting in a casual setting with books and a desk in the background.

    “Shelly was truly amazing at building my website. As a “first timer” I had a large learning curve and she gently walked me through the steps. She was fast, efficient and fun!”

    —Mara, Love Coach Mara

  • A woman with long brown hair smiling and posing with her arms crossed in front of a stone wall background.

    "Shelly took the time to understand our vision and was able to create a website that showcased not only our products but also highlighted our important consideration of the environment and the lives we impact in our community."

    —Carmen, Pangaea Natural Stone