On Center with Chris Lake, Creating Community-Centered Architecture and Resilient Firm Culture

Delve Design co-founder Chris Lake joins the On Center Podcast to discuss redefining firm culture and approaching architecture beyond traditional boundaries. Hear how his team prioritizes collaboration, resilience, and real community impact. Building an architectural firm focused on mentorship, transparency, and lasting culture Rethinking design by understanding real client needs—beyond simply following orders Approaching adaptive reuse projects to balance preservation, innovation, and functionality Designing civic and community-focused spaces like fire stations and city halls for true stakeholder benefit Challenges and lessons in creating resilient, responsible architecture for member-owned cooperatives Thanks for listening to The On Center Podcast where we explore the craft, technology, and people shaping the built environment. A special thanks to our sponsor, MAPP3D Solutions, providing high-accuracy LiDAR scanning and reality capture services that help architects and builders bring their vision on center. To learn more, visit mapp3dsolutions.com. Thanks for listening, and until next time, stay on center.”