In this special episode of the On Center Podcast, host Matt Crowder celebrates the 2025 AIA Convention Award Winners and sits down with an incredible lineup of guests who are shaping the future of architecture. Hear from Don Duncan, recipient of the Juliet Petal Award, as he shares how humor and real-world experience impact his teaching philosophy. Cass Parker, honored with the Next Gen Award, talks about balancing creativity and rigor early in her career and the importance of mentorship both in and out of the profession.

Architects Antone Sgro and Colin Drake provide an insider’s look at transformative library projects, diving into community engagement, sustainability, and historic preservation. Chris Hartz discusses blending tradition and innovation in the University of Notre Dame’s Provost Office renovation, while Bill Brown explains how Commission Row has become a new Indianapolis landmark, thoughtfully connecting diverse spaces in the heart of downtown.

To top it off, Steve Allspaugh and Dean Illingworth join the show to reflect on the extensive restoration of the Indiana Soldiers and Sailors Monument and what it means for the city's legacy. Each guest brings unique insight and passion to their craft, making this a must-listen episode for anyone inspired by design and the power of architecture to shape communities.

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.”

In this special episode of the On Center Podcast, host Matt Crowder celebrates the 2025 AIA Convention Award Winners with an inspiring lineup of guests. Hear from Jonathan Hess (Citizen Architect Award), Brandon Farley (Outstanding Service Award), Chase Miller (Tony Costello Young Architect Award), Heather Zeto (Walter Blackburn Award), Kyle Spurgeon (Emerging Professional Award), Mark Trier (Merritt Award for the Major General Emmett J. Bean Federal Center), and Jeff Stivers (Julian Worth Gold Medal Award). Plus, David Morris shares his perspective as this year’s Allied Professional Award recipient. Each guest dives into the stories behind their accolades, from fostering the next generation of architects and advocating for sustainability to redefining civic spaces and iconic structures like the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Pagoda. Whether you’re curious about mentorship, leadership, or the evolving face of architecture, this episode is packed with personal reflections and practical inspiration straight from the field’s outstanding voices.

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.”

Join host Matt Crowder on the On Center podcast as he sits down with Camilo Rentaria, co-founder of Bravo Companies - a thriving, service-disabled veteran and Latino-owned construction firm reshaping Indianapolis’ development landscape. Dive into Camilo’s inspiring journey from the disciplined ranks of the US Air Force to building a mission-driven enterprise focused on innovation, inclusion, and community impact.

Discover how Camilo’s military experience fuels his leadership style, why he believes adaptability and communication are keys to entrepreneurial success, and how Bravo Companies is opening doors for veterans, minorities, and underrepresented professionals in construction. Camilo shares honest insights on transitioning to business ownership, embracing new technologies, and the challenges and opportunities in healthcare, life sciences, and affordable housing projects.

Packed with practical wisdom, leadership lessons, and a few laughs, this episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about purposeful growth; both in business and in life. Tune in to hear how building with intention and integrity is changing lives, one project at a time!

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.”

How do you redefine a city and make engineering truly matter to people’s lives? In this special episode of the On Center Podcast, we sit down with Dylan Seesman, Director of Operations, and Jarvis Jointer, founder of JQOL, recently named one of Indianapolis’s fastest-growing companies. Together, they pull back the curtain on what it really means to design smarter, more connected communities and why civil engineers are the unsung heroes behind your daily routines.

Discover how JQOL’s mission-driven culture is transforming more than just infrastructure. From building state-of-the-art community centers to reinventing public transit, their projects put equity, long-term impact, and collaboration front and center. Hear candid stories of mentorship, breaking barriers for minorities in STEM, and radical transparency in company culture (think unlimited PTO and open offices), plus the surprising ways constraints can actually spark innovation.

Whether you’re an engineering professional, a community advocate, or just curious about how cities work, you’ll walk away inspired by JQOL’s willingness to take on hard problems, and their belief that true success means leaving communities better than you found them.

Tune in and see why at JQOL, engineering isn’t just a job - it’s a daily commitment to improving quality of life for everyone.

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.”

What does it take to champion good design, and how can architects and advocates shape healthier, more vibrant communities? In this episode of the On Center Podcast, we sit down with Jason Shelley, Honorary AIA and Executive Director of AIA Indiana.

Jason opens up about his journey from government affairs to leading the state’s top architectural organization, and reveals the behind-the-scenes advocacy efforts that have helped preserve everything from historic town centers to Indiana’s essential building codes. Discover how landmark initiatives like the Healthcare Design Symposium were born, why continuing education matters more than ever, and why Indiana’s unique architectural identity is gaining national attention.

With stories from the Indiana Statehouse to the revitalized streets of Columbus, you’ll get an inside look at how thoughtful design and passionate leadership are making a real difference. Plus, learn Jason’s bold vision for the future of Indiana architecture. Don’t miss this inspirational conversation filled with practical wisdom for designers, community advocates, and anyone interested in the future of our built environment!

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.”

Dive into the debut episode of "On Center" as host Matt Crowder sits down with the dynamic team behind One 10 Studio, the Indianapolis architecture firm making national waves. Discover how this nimble group, fresh off accolades from Forbes and AIA Indiana, consistently punches above its weight by championing thoughtful design, deep collaboration, and a human-centric philosophy.

Founders and architects Andrew Fries, Clete Kunce, and Daniel Toner pull back the curtain on their decade-plus journey: from basketball-inspired teamwork and community transforming projects to clever solutions for stubborn constraints and their relentless commitment to meaningful mentoring.

Whether they're reinventing a child services center, designing homes that blend into historic neighborhoods, or creating treetop outposts and breweries, One 10 Studio proves that purposeful architecture, rooted in relationships and context, can revitalize entire communities. Tune in for candid stories, purposeful design strategies, and inspiration for anyone passionate about the built world.

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.”