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Project Update: TRU by Hilton, Augusta

Our team recently completed the design for the TRU by Hilton hotel in Augusta, Georgia. This project is being developed and constructed by Paragon Hotel Company. The design is a prototypical representation of the TRU by Hilton product, a sub-brand of Hilton Worldwide designed to compete with other select service models in the area. The design of TRU by Hilton was intended to be scalable so properties could fit in any location, no matter the unique parameters. 

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Project Update: Dave’s Hot Chicken in Greenville, SC 

Design is underway for Dave’s Hot Chicken in Greenville, SC, a Los Angeles-based street food brand. The food brand is also opening locations in Columbia, Charleston, and Myrtle Beach as part of its South Carolina expansion. Dave’s initially opened as a parking lot pop-up in 2017 and now has over 60 locations across the United States and Canada.

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Holiday Inn Express

Holiday Inn Express is a hotel brand known for its mid-priced status and focuses on offering limited amenities to keep costs lower than other options.

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TRU by Hilton

TRU by Hilton is a hotel brand trademarked by Hilton Worldwide and launched in 2016. It is popular with millennials and was designed to compete

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Petro’s Chili and Chips

Petro’s Chili and Chips is a “fast-food in a cup” restaurant chain based out of Knoxville, TN. The store concept launched at the 1982 World’s

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Alex Santos

Alex Santos

Architectural Designer

Alex joined COR3 Design after completing his Bachelor of Arts in Architecture from Clemson University in 2025. During his studies, he developed a strong foundation in construction documentation, detailing, and design technology. He now applies those skills daily to support COR3’s diverse commercial projects.

At COR3, Alex assists in creating and refining construction document sets, managing redlines, and performing due diligence to ensure design accuracy and buildability. He is proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, Adobe Creative Suite, and 3D modeling, contributing both technical precision and creative perspective to each project.

Originally from Greenville, Alex is half-Brazilian and fluent in Portuguese, bringing a cultural awareness and global mindset to his work. Outside the office, he enjoys hiking, woodworking, graphic design, and attending local music and community events. Alex has also been recognized on the Clemson University Dean’s List and volunteers with the KROC Center Architecture Club.