In this episode of The People’s Architect, host Stacey Jones sit down with MJ Knighten, head coach of the University of San Diego’s softball team and former All-American player at Nebraska. Together, they explore the impact of USD’s newly completed Reggie Smith Softball Complex, an architectural and cultural milestone that gives Coach Knighten’s athletes a true home for the first time in program history. Crawford Architects is an award-winning international planning, architecture and interior design firm, headquartered in Kansas City. As a professional services firm, we specialize in the planning and design of sports facilities and live-work-play developments that contribute to the well-being of their occupants.To learn more about Crawford Architects, our mission, portfolio, and what it means to be “The People’s Architect”, visit our website at crawfordarch.com.
On today's episode, host Joe Corvaia, Principal at Crawford Architects, continues the conversation with Derek O'Hara, Managing Director at Canopy, and Todd Semple, Principal at WJHW, exploring the evolving role of technology in sports architecture. Crawford Architects is an award-winning international planning, architecture and interior design firm, headquartered in Kansas City. As a professional services firm, we specialize in the planning and design of sports facilities and live-work-play developments that contribute to the well-being of their occupants.To learn more about Crawford Architects, our mission, portfolio, and what it means to be “The People’s Architect”, visit our website at crawfordarch.com.
On today's episode, host Joe Corvaia, Principal at Crawford Architects, is joined by Derek O'Hara, Managing Director at Canopy, and Todd Semple, Principal at WJHW, to explore the evolving role of technology in sports architecture. They dive deep into how innovative design decisions, cutting-edge tech, and fan-centric solutions are shaping the future of sports venues. From video boards and sound systems to fan experiences and behind-the-scenes operational enhancements, they highlights the balance between tradition and innovation in creating spaces that enhance both game-day excitement and long-term value. Crawford Architects is an award-winning international planning, architecture and interior design firm, headquartered in Kansas City. As a professional services firm, we specialize in the planning and design of sports facilities and live-work-play developments that contribute to the well-being of their occupants.To learn more about Crawford Architects, our mission, portfolio, and what it means to be “The People’s Architect”, visit our website at crawfordarch.com.
On today's episdoe, host James Franklin sits down with Kaitlin Veenstra, Sustainability Leader at Ryan Companies and Emily Hand, Director & Chief of Staff at Verdical Group. This group of sustainability-focused professionals dive deep into the collaborative efforts that went into creating the Lee and Penny Anderson Arena at the University of St. Thomas, and what accomplishments these collaborations afforded.Crawford Architects is an award-winning international planning, architecture and interior design firm, headquartered in Kansas City. As a professional services firm, we specialize in the planning and design of sports facilities and live-work-play developments that contribute to the well-being of their occupants.To learn more about Crawford Architects, our mission, portfolio, and what it means to be “The People’s Architect”, visit our website at crawfordarch.com.
On today's episode, we learn about the background of South Dakota State University, how their student body and stadiums have grown over the years, and how to ensure long term success in the college student athlete landscape.Crawford Architects is an award-winning international planning, architecture and interior design firm, headquartered in Kansas City. As a professional services firm, we specialize in the planning and design of sports facilities and live-work-play developments that contribute to the well-being of their occupants.To learn more about Crawford Architects, our mission, portfolio, and what it means to be “The People’s Architect”, visit our website at crawfordarch.com.
On this episode, host James Franklin sits down with Jerome Jackson, attorney and author of 'The NIL Book: A Complete Guide to Student-Athlete Compensation', and JT Rogan, Executive Director and Founder of the Olé Foundation, to discuss the NIL, and how it is changing the landscape of architecture and design.Find Jerome's book at https://www.thenilbook.com/ Crawford Architects is an award-winning international planning, architecture and interior design firm, headquartered in Kansas City. As a professional services firm, we specialize in the planning and design of sports facilities and live-work-play developments that contribute to the well-being of their occupants.To learn more about Crawford Architects, our mission, portfolio, and what it means to be “The People’s Architect”, visit our website at crawfordarch.com.
On this episode, we continue the P3 conversation with industry veterans, David Rolls, Malcolm Macintyre, Adam Shaw and Crawford's Owner & Senior Principal, Stacey Jones.Crawford Architects is an award-winning international planning, architecture and interior design firm, headquartered in Kansas City. As a professional services firm, we specialize in the planning and design of sports facilities and live-work-play developments that contribute to the well-being of their occupants.To learn more about Crawford Architects, our mission, portfolio, and what it means to be “The People’s Architect”, visit our website at crawfordarch.com.
On this episode, David Rolls, Malcolm Macintyre, Adam Shaw and Crawford's Owner & Senior Principal, Stacey Jones, discuss the intricacies of navigating public private partnerships (P3s). From history and early implementation, to navigating new developments, this panel of industry veterans take an up close look at all things P3. Crawford Architects is an award-winning international planning, architecture and interior design firm, headquartered in Kansas City. As a professional services firm, we specialize in the planning and design of sports facilities and live-work-play developments that contribute to the well-being of their occupants.To learn more about Crawford Architects, our mission, portfolio, and what it means to be “The People’s Architect”, visit our website at crawfordarch.com.
On this episode, Owners & Senior Principals Stacey Jones and David Murphy continue their conversation about Crawford's origins, growth, and impact on the community today. With 23 years in the industry, Crawford Architects has established its business on creating and delivering value to our clients. Our first podcast episodes cover the Crawford culture, our approach to architecture, the importance of building long-term relationships, and what makes us The People’s Architect.Crawford Architects is an award-winning international planning, architecture and interior design firm, headquartered in Kansas City. As a professional services firm, we specialize in the planning and design of sports facilities and live-work-play developments that contribute to the well-being of their occupants.To learn more about Crawford Architects, our mission, portfolio, and what it means to be “The People’s Architect”, visit our website at crawfordarch.com.
On this very first episode of The People's Architect, Owners & Senior Principals Stacey Jones and David Murphy discuss their individual journeys leading them to Crawford, what the early stages of building Crawford looked like, and how that continues to shape the Crawford culture to this day. With 23 years in the industry, Crawford Architects has established its business on creating and delivering value to our clients. Our first podcast episodes cover the Crawford culture, our approach to architecture, the importance of building long-term relationships, and what makes us The People’s Architect. Crawford Architects is an award-winning international planning, architecture and interior design firm, headquartered in Kansas City. As a professional services firm, we specialize in the planning and design of sports facilities and live-work-play developments that contribute to the well-being of their occupants.To learn more about Crawford Architects, our mission, portfolio, and what it means to be “The People’s Architect”, visit our website at crawfordarch.com.
Welcome to The People’s Architect, Crawford Architects’ podcast about connecting and engaging people through innovative design.We will be highlighting impactful stories from designing with a people-first mindset.If you’re interested in how well-designed sports facilities can create unique and memorable experiences, then this is the podcast for youBe sure to subscribe to this series on iTunes, Spotify, or your favorite podcast hosting platform.To learn more about Crawford Architects, our mission, portfolio, and what it means to be “The People’s Architect”, visit our website at crawfordarch.com.