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From LS3P, an architecture, interiors, and planning firm, this is Human Scale, a podcast where we sit down with any and all members of LS3P's team to talk about the different facets of what we do, how we do it, and who we are as humans. Learn more at www.ls3p.com/human-scale-podcast.
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Three years in, The Human Scale finally lands one of LS3P’s most influential—and most elusive—voices: Chief Marketing & Knowledge Officer Katie Robinson.In this wide‑ranging, deeply human, and frequently hilarious conversation, hosts Meredith Ray and Patrick Cooley go far beyond titles and org charts to explore Katie’s unlikely journey - from a childhood shaped by wildlife refuges and coastal towns, to teaching herself graphic design out of sheer necessity, to building the firmwide marketing and knowledge ecosystem that quietly powers LS3P’s work every day.This episode is equal parts origin story, leadership masterclass, and group therapy session. Katie opens up about career pivots, impostor syndrome, mentorship, and why curiosity (and asking a lot of questions) has guided her career more than any formal plan ever could. Along the way, the conversation detours joyfully through Quark and fish vectors, turtle rescues, raising teenagers, surviving truly terrible home‑cooked meals, and why good knowledge management might be the most underrated (and misunderstood) discipline in AEC.
In the latest episode of The Human Scale, Meredith Ray and Patrick Cooley sit down with Shawn Sowers, LS3P’s National Higher Education Market Leader, for a wide-ranging conversation about curiosity, consistency, and people-first leadership.Shawn shares her journey from small-town Indiana to Raleigh during its early growth years—and from K-12 design into the multifaceted world of higher education. She reflects on stepping into a brand-new firmwide leadership role just weeks before the world shut down, and how that moment shaped her perspective on leadership, mentorship, and resilience.Along the way, Shawn unpacks the complexity of higher education design—where academic, research, wellness, and community needs intersect—spotlights a milestone veterinary college project nearing completion, and explores how thoughtful design can support mental health and create environments where people are empowered to learn, test, and grow.Add in candid career stories, travel adventures, and a few delightfully controversial food opinions, and this episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in leadership, design, and the very human side of building better places.
Careers aren’t always straight lines - sometimes they’re layered, remixed, and built over time. In the latest episode of Human Scale, Meredith Ray and Patrick Cooley sit down with Jordan Powers, LS3P’s in-house photographer, to trace a creative path that’s anything but linear. From audio engineering and music to graphic design, entrepreneurship, and ultimately architecture-focused photography, Jordan’s career has been shaped by curiosity, hustle, and a well-timed willingness to say yes. Jordan shares how an unconventional journey took him from Ohio to Minnesota to the Southeast - and from recording studios and wedding shoots to documenting meaningful spaces across the built environment. Along the way, the conversation digs into the power of relationships in creative work, the evolving role of photography in an increasingly AI-influenced world, and why showing up with intention still matters. Jordan also reflects on the tension between creative freedom and stability, and what led him to launch the Architecture & Design Photography Summit - creating space for community, learning, and craft in a rapidly changing industry.
In this episode of Human Scale, co‑hosts Meredith Ray and Patrick Cooley sit down with Morgan Thomas, Senior Marketing Specialist in LS3P's Raleigh office, to explore her unexpected path into AEC marketing. From an early love of hospitality and broadcast news to finding her professional home through community, mentorship, and SMPS, Morgan shares how her career took shape in ways she never planned—but couldn’t imagine leaving. She reflects on launching her career during COVID, why marketing (not business development) plays to her strengths, and what it really takes to translate “archi‑speak” into language that resonates with people. The conversation wraps with a riveting Today Show story—and a powerful reminder that sometimes the biggest leaps lead to the most meaningful moments.
In this episode of HumanScale Co-hosts Meredith Ray and Patrick Cooley sit down with Tim Kriegel, LS3P’s Learning & Development Manager, for a conversation that’s as insightful as it is unexpected. Tim shares how building culture through CliftonStrengths shapes our teams, and breaks down the practical differences between people management, mentorship, and coaching.Along the way, we explore his fascinating career journey - from banking, to Vegas living, to a three-month family stay in Europe - that ultimately led him to Greenville and LS3P. You’ll also hear his thoughts on coaching habits that stick, a mezcal-and-grapefruit cocktail that evolves as the ice melts, and travel stories that remind us why curiosity matters.Tune in for fresh perspectives on leadership, learning, and the experiences that shape us.
In our final podcast episode of the year, Meredith Ray and Patrick Cooley sit down with Greensboro Office Leader Ginna Freyaldenhoven for an inspiring conversation about her career journey, leadership style, and the evolving realities of the architecture profession.Ginna shares what fuels her passion, how she’s grown into her role, and the mindset that keeps her grounded through the twists and turns of the industry. Plus, don’t miss Questions from the Fishbowl, where the trio reveals their most unexpected food pairings and debates which LS3P team member would make the ultimate party buddy from their 20s.Listen now and celebrate the close of an incredible year with us!
Enjoy the latest episode of Human Scale, where co-hosts Meredith Ray and Patrick Cooley sit down with Charlotte Office Leader Nathan Daniel for an inspiring deep dive into his journey from young architect to leading one of LS3P’s largest offices.Nathan shares pivotal moments that shaped his career—including the Centene project (now TEN30 Campus), a 1,000,000 SF collaboration that pushed the team to its limits during the uncertainty of the pandemic. Hear how resilience, adaptability, and trust carried them through. This conversation explores the evolution of workplace design, the power of client relationships, and the entrepreneurial spirit at the heart of LS3P’s culture.And don’t miss the Questions from the Fishbowl segment—one of our best yet! Nathan opens up about family, travel, favorite Charlotte spots, and even weighs in on the ultimate debate: Who serves the best BBQ in the Midwest?
In this spirited episode, co-hosts Meredith Ray and Patrick Cooley welcome Carsyn Jarrell and Kelly Walker—two powerhouse members of LS3P’s Finance team whose careers have run side-by-side for over 20 years. From project accounting to assistant controller and beyond, Carsyn and Kelly share the unexpected twists that shaped their professional journeys. With humor and heart, they recount office moves, mergers, and the evolution of their roles.What keeps them thriving in finance after two decades? Alove for change, strong people skills, and the kind of flexibility that turns challenges into opportunities. This episode is a tribute to resilience, adaptability, and the friendships that make work not just productive—but fun.Money talks—and so do Carsyn and Kelly. Tune in for thelaughs, stay for the wisdom.
From LS3P, an architecture, interiors, and planning firm, this is Human Scale, a podcast where we sit down with any and all members of LS3P's team to talk about the different facets of what we do, how we do it, and who we are as humans. Learn more at www.ls3p.com/human-scale-podcast.
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