Tӑ Millen | The Alchemist in Motion

Tӑ Millen is a real estate developer, design strategist, and community development partner whose work lives at the intersection of vision, structure, and impact.

As Founder & Principal of The Alchemist’s Realty & Design (TARAD), Tӑ partners with investors, landowners, municipalities, nonprofits, and builders to plan, design, and coordinate development projects that are financially viable, culturally responsive, and community-aligned.

Tӑ’s work bridges private development goals and public-facing outcomes, supporting projects that integrate housing, sustainability, workforce pathways, and long-term neighborhood vitality—without operating as a general contractor or construction manager.

A Developer Shaped by Transformation

Tӑ is a lifelong student of transformation—constantly evolving, expanding perspective, and translating ideas into tangible outcomes. With a growing footprint across real estate development, design coordination, project administration, procurement strategy, and community development, Tӑ operates as a strategic partner from concept through execution.

Rather than focusing solely on buildings, Tӑ approaches development as an ecosystem—where land use, design, policy, labor, and community outcomes must align to create lasting value.

This philosophy has shaped TARAD into a firm that supports development with clarity, compliance, and intention.

Creator in Motion

Tӑ’s work is driven by motion—not arrival.

Each project is an active study in how design, planning, and coordination can unlock opportunity. From residential infill and workforce housing to mixed-use concepts and community-centered developments, every engagement is grounded in:

• feasibility and land-use analysis

• design leadership and coordination

• development planning and documentation

• administrative and vendor coordination

• regulatory and community alignment

Tӑ collaborates with licensed architects, engineers, contractors, consultants, and municipalities, ensuring projects move forward efficiently while remaining compliant with Georgia licensing and insurance requirements.

Development with Purpose

At the core of Tӑ’s work is a commitment to responsible development—projects that strengthen neighborhoods, respect cultural context, and support economic mobility.

Through TARAD, Tӑ contributes to development strategies that align with:

• workforce and attainable housing needs

• small-scale and neighborhood-appropriate density

• sustainability and accessibility considerations

• community partnerships and local engagement

• long-term asset stewardship

Development is not viewed as extraction—but as investment.

Strategy, Brand, and Enterprise

Beyond real estate, Tӑ brings deep experience in brand development, conceptual strategy, and enterprise design. This perspective allows TARAD to support clients not only in what they build—but why and how they build it.

Each initiative is rooted in the belief that economic empowerment begins with access, education, and thoughtful planning, and that well-designed environments can catalyze stronger communities and more resilient economies.

Discipline, Rhythm, and Balance

The same discipline that guides development planning also fuels Tӑ’s dedication to fitness, music, and personal growth.

Movement—physical, creative, and strategic—is a recurring theme. Strength, rhythm, and consistency mirror the cadence of leadership, the patience of development, and the balance required to sustain long-term vision.

For Tӑ, growth is holistic: mind, body, business, and community.

A Commitment to People and Possibility

Every project, partnership, and pursuit is anchored in a deep commitment to people.

Whether collaborating with municipalities, mentoring entrepreneurs, supporting housing initiatives, or building development frameworks that include workforce pathways, Tӑ believes prosperity should be shared, accessible, and regenerative.

TARAD’s work uplifts those with vision and limited resources—creating structures that make participation possible, not exclusive.

A Life in Progress

Entrepreneur. Developer. Designer. Strategist. Mentor. Artist.
Co-parent to two incredible young adults, devoted partner, and caretaker to two loyal dogs.

Above all, Tӑ Millen is a work in progress—learning through action, leading with intention, and designing with purpose.

The pursuit of one’s Personal Legend is not about a destination—it is about evolution.

Leadership & Affiliated Ventures

Tӑ currently serves as President of the Austell Business Association and leads the following ventures as Founder & Principal:

• The Alchemist’s Realty & Design (TARAD) – Real Estate Development & Design Partnership

• Fertile Ground, Inc. – Affordable Housing & Community Stability (nonprofit)

• True Alchemy Gardens, Inc. – Environmental Stewardship & Sustainability (nonprofit)

• Millenheirs – Natural Lifestyle Brand

• Rhythm & Black Ltd. Co. – Plant-Based Food & Beverage Innovation

• The Alchemist Den – Metaphysical & Wellness Retail

Each entity plays a distinct role within a broader ecosystem of AirWater Enterprises—where creativity, economic empowerment, and holistic wellness are designed to be accessible and abundant.