RENOVATIONS
The Workplace Reimagined
excellence since1963
LS3P is an architecture, interiors, and planning firm celebrating more than 60 years of design excellence. LS3P operates from its 12 offices in North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida, providing its clients the expertise and resources of a large firm with the local knowledge and personal connections of a small firm. We are deeply committed to the communities we serve, with over 680 design awards in diverse practice areas.
At our core, we are a design firm, dedicated to contributing our best to our projects, our clients, and each other with integrity and passion. We engage people in the process of architecture to create outstanding places to live, work, and play. Our broad range of expertise allows us the ability to create innovative solutions, and to provide expertise to address the complex programs of today’s design projects.
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Economic Reasons Recruitment & Retention
In a time of uncertainty, companies are investing where it counts—upgrading core assets in proven locations rather than expanding risk. Employees expect more from their workplace than they did 25 years ago. Spaces that inspire connection, flexibility, and well-being are in high demand. Modernized environments not only attract and retain talent but also boost engagement and productivity. Investing in transformation is now a people strategy.
Evolving Workplace Needs Sustainability
As hybrid work reshapes how and where people engage, outdated layouts no longer deliver. Companies are reconfiguring space to balance focus, collaboration, and community— making the office a destination worth the commute.
Upgrading existing assets is one of the most efficient paths to meeting net-zero goals. Companies are requiring healthier workspaces, and this often becomes a deciding factor in their real estate decisions. With demand for green, efficient buildings outpacing supply, owners are repositioning and retrofitting their portfolios to reduce emissions, cut energy costs, and remain competitive.
Staying competitive today means more than acquiring new real estate—it means transforming what you already have. As expectations evolve, organizations are reimagining outdated spaces to meet modern standards of performance, sustainability, and employee experience. The definition of “quality” has expanded and will continue to evolve, so the design of the spaces must evolve as well.
Culture Technology Market Impact
Transformation isn’t just about interiors—it’s about culture and ensuring that the changes you make align with your company’s values.
Smart infrastructure is redefining how buildings operate. Integrating digital systems during renovations helps companies optimize energy use, track performance, and enhance user experience.
The divide between modern, high-quality assets and outdated buildings is widening fast. To stay relevant, many owners are transforming their existing stock—turning obsolescence into opportunity through strategic upgrades and adaptive reuse.
Using Data & Science to make Wise Choices
Leading organizations are taking a datadriven approach to transformation—aligning every investment with talent, sustainability, and cost goals. Forward-thinking companies. By rethinking their space and unlocking hidden potential, they’re not just keeping up with market trends—they’re setting them.
designing for thepeople
Great design is a collaborative effort that begins with purpose and a deep understanding of our client’s goals. We prioritize getting to know our clients early in the process, aiming to answer more questions than are asked. Trust, communication, and mutual respect form the foundation of our relationship with clients, allowing us to uncover their needs and address nonarchitectural issues through design. We iterate through multiple options together with our clients to arrive at the best solution. This mutual trust enables us to create design responsibilities that resonate deeply resulting in outcomes that benefit building occupants, clients and communities.
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Policy
• Traditional business model with Management & team-oriented structure
• Density & location focused
• Paycheck motivated
• Product / sales / deliverables
2020
Culture
• Social drivers to get employees back into the workplace
• The amenities “arms race”
• Social events & activities
• In office incentives
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People
• Human-focused design
• Where & how do people like to work
• Mental health & well-being driven
• Biophilia & access to outdoor space & nature
• Taking inspirations from the home / personal environments “The 50’ Office”
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Striving for Smarter Ways of Working in a New Environment
With a limited budget and tight schedule, LS3P revamped an outdated floor into a modern workplace that reflects contemporary work styles focused on collaboration and wellness. LS3P crafted a survey and received significant input that allowed the design team to adjust the design goals to cater specifically to Brightly’s culture.
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Designing with Purpose
The City of Wilmington’s City Hall at Skyline Center revitalized 40,000 square feet of civic space, delivering updated offices for the City Clerk, new customer service areas for Finance and Planning, a modern STING Center for the police department, refreshed public zones, and a striking new City Council chambers— all complemented by LS3P’s furniture selections for a cohesive, functional environment. While budget constraints posed a significant challenge, LS3P overcame preconceived solutions through iterative studies and alternative concepts, ultimately reimagining the council chamber to be efficient, cost-effective, and inspiring within the existing building. Recognizing the long-term impact of this space, LS3P encouraged the City to explore options for increasing ceiling height, presenting “good, better, and best” scenarios with detailed renderings and pricing. Within 24 hours, the City approved the most ambitious plan, which included a higher ceiling and removal of a wall to open views of the Cape Fear River. The result was a project completed on schedule, approximately $1M under budget, and a council chamber that exemplifies thoughtful design and brings joy to all who enter.
We Are Sharing Hope SC | Charleston, SC
managing change withoutdisruption
LS3P’s Commercial Planning Leader Jessica Pearson emphasizes that guiding people through predictable emotional responses to change fosters engagement and communication. Educating organizational leaders and coaching senior leadership on key behaviors lays the foundation for successful adaptation. 1
Business continuity first. Plan renovations around tenant operations and priorities.
Stakeholder alignment.
Engage owners, property managers, tenants and contractors early. Define clear roles and shared goals.
Budget discipline & value optimization.
Prioritize high-impact upgrades that improve performance and operational efficiency. Collaborate with the team early to check pricing.
Health safety & wellness. Protect occupants with dust/noise.
Phasing & swing space strategy. Use phased construction, hybrid work, temporary relocations, and after-hours work to maintain occupancy and productivity during renovations.
Future-proofing the building. Use renovations to improve flexibility, resiliency, energy performance, and tenant experience - positioning the first term.
Lincoln Office Renovation
CHARLOTTE, NC
Lincoln Property Group, (formerly Lincoln Harris) announced their rebrand to accompany a newly renovated office in Charlotte, designed by LS3P. To reflect the cultural shift, the new design creates more transparency and communication between teams, ample daylight, and flexible collaboration spaces. LEED and WELL certifications for the new space provide a healthy, environmentally and socially-conscious space for the company.
Morrocroft Center Renovation
CHARLOTTE, NC
LS3P led a design refresh for Charlotte’s first mixed-use infill development, bringing a modern aesthetic to its classic design. The renovation began with Morrocroft 2’s lobby, transforming it into a brighter, open space with back-painted glass, walnut wood panels, and warm-toned stone floors. These updates maintain the timeless character of the original design while introducing a clean, contemporary feel that enhances the visitor experience.
Campus-wide improvements added new amenities to support tenant needs, including a fitness center, conference center, and property management office in Morrocroft 3. Morrocroft 1’s lobby was reimagined with the same design concept, infilling the two-story space to create additional rentable square footage and incorporating seating alcoves for a more activated, welcoming environment. Together, these updates elevate the campus with modern functionality and cohesive design. BEFORE
S&ME Headquarters Renovation
This renovation transformed S&ME’s Raleigh office into a modern, consolidated headquarters, merging two locations into one cohesive workspace. The redesign reconfigured layouts to foster collaboration and community while introducing forwardfacing spaces for clients and visitors.
LS3P’s design aligned the space with S&ME’s brand and vision, updating outdated elements with a sophisticated aesthetic that prioritizes functionality and employee well-being. The result is a contemporary, engaging environment that elevates both the workplace and client experience.
Siemens | Brightly Software Office Upfit
RALEIGH, NC
Brightly Software’s full-floor office embraces Siemens’ “New Normal Concepts,” with zones for focus, collaboration, and retreat. LS3P created a survey and received significant input that allowed us to adjust the core goals in unique ways, especially for Brightly’s culture. Each business group has its own neighborhood with refreshment centers, while flexible collaboration areas and acoustically private spaces support diverse work styles. Biophilic elements and curated art bring nature and creativity indoors, creating a vibrant, sustainable environment aligned with Siemens’ net-zero goals.
Two Hannover Square Renovation
RALEIGH, NC
The redesign of downtown Raleigh’s Two Hannover lobby creates a brighter, more welcoming entry with improved circulation and updated finishes. Both upper and lower lobbies were refreshed, adding lounge areas for collaboration and informal gatherings. New amenities include a coffee bar, grab-and-go dining, restrooms, and a restaurant space, along with relocated ATM and elevator controls for convenience. Contemporary finishes replace dark granite, and modified vestibules improve airflow for better comfort and efficiency.
PURE Insurance Upfit
CHARLESTON, SC
BEFORE
Building on LS3P’s original design for Boomtown, this second-generation upfit delivers a polished yet welcoming space for collaboration and client engagement. Pure’s new headquarters reimagines a former tech space into a “resi-mercial” workplace that blends Charleston-inspired elegance with residential warmth. Haint blue porch ceilings and natural, regionally inspired finishes create an inviting environment that reflects the spirit of the Lowcountry. Thoughtful art lighting highlights the client’s personal collection, reinforcing their identity as an insurer of luxury homes, cars, boats, and fine art.
MegaCorp Logistics Headquarters
The redesign centers on a dramatic double-height core featuring The Hub, a vibrant café with a mezzanine for visual connection and collaboration.
An oversized stair links the café to second-floor workspaces and doubles as seating for all-staff meetings, while linear lighting animates the space.
Inspired by the trucking industry, the interior palette incorporates tire-tread patterns in carpet, exposed structure, and metal accents for an industrial feel.
Pops of brand color and strategic glass use enhance transparency and unify the space around the central hub.
Confidential Law Client Upfits
MULTIPLE LOCATIONS
For over 20 years and across 35 completed projects, LS3P has been a trusted interior design partner for this national law firm, delivering spaces that reflect each office’s unique culture while reinforcing the client’s brand identity. In one of their most recent renovations, LS3P introduced a major shift in law-firm design by incorporating 100% sit-to-stand desking—including a custom reception desk—to promote a vibrant, healthy work environment. This approach exemplifies LS3P’s commitment to evolving the client’s brand through thoughtful, high-quality design that balances functionality, wellness, and a strong sense of place.
Confidential Energy Client Renovations
MULTIPLE LOCATIONS
Since 2013, LS3P has partnered with a confidential client to renovate over 100 projects across the southeast. These spaces ranged from light industrial to office spaces that had not been updated in several decades. The team created a kit of parts and a framework to work with, allowing for projects to be completed on very tight budgets and schedules while providing unique characteristics suited for their specific purposes.
City of Wilmington Skyline City Hall Renovation
WILMINGTON, NC
The City of Wilmington’s City Hall at Skyline Center revitalized 40,000 square feet of civic space. Highlights include updated offices for the City Clerk, new customer service areas for Finance and Planning, a modern STING Center for the police department, refreshed public zones, and a striking new City Council chambers. LS3P also contributed to furniture selection, helping create a cohesive and functional environment. The project offers inviting, engaging spaces that reflect thoughtful use of public resources.
SBI Headquarters Renovation
RALEIGH, NC
UNDER CONSTRUCTION BEFORE
The new Headquarters for the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation emphasizes creating efficient, collaborative interior spaces to support a growing workforce combined with preserving the campus’s historical facade. LS3P worked closely with NC SBI to develop flexible floor plans that consolidate departments, enhance interaction, and provide natural daylight throughout. The design features an egalitarian approach where private offices and workstations are uniform in size, complemented by shared break areas and alternative workspaces for informal meetings. These strategies support functionality, comfort, and adaptability for future needs.
Landmark at North Hills Renovation
RALEIGH, NC
Landmark at North Hills repositions a 1984 Class A office building with a fresh, contemporary amenity experience. The renovation revitalizes the building’s shared spaces through a comprehensive refresh of approximately 7,500 SF of interior amenities, expanded program offerings, and a more intuitive, connected user experience. Aligned with North Hills’ ongoing redevelopment, the enhanced amenity suite responds to today’s workplace expectations—introducing flexible gathering areas, an elevated lobby arrival, and a cohesive, modern design language that re energizes the building while honoring its established character.
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McAdams Office Renovation
DURHAM, NC BEFORE
McAdams, an engineering firm specializing in civil, geomatics, landscape architecture, and site design services, made a bold move by relocating from the office they had occupied since the company’s founding. This second-generation upfit transformed the experience for both clients and employees by retaining key walls while creating new opportunities for collaboration in open office areas. LS3P’s design team focused on grounding the space in the Durham community while keeping it consistent with other McAdams offices. With entirely new floor, wall, and ceiling finishes, the space is unrecognizable from its former state. Organic patterns, textures, strategic color, and greenery reflect the type of engineering work McAdams is known for.
designing foranevolvingworkplace
As the workplace continues to evolve, organizations are reimagining how space can better support their people, culture, and performance. With hybrid and remote work now the norm, companies are seeking data-driven strategies to right-size, modernize, and create environments that attract and retain top talent.
Space utilization studies have become an essential tool in this process. They help organizations understand how their people use space, uncover opportunities for efficiency, and guide investments with the greatest impact. Whether the goal is consolidating an existing footprint, elevating amenities, or establishing consistent brand standards across multiple locations, these studies provide the insight needed to design for the future.
The process begins with understanding both the organization and its end users. Through a mix of quantitative and qualitative data—growth projections, workplace demographics, occupancy data, surveys, and behavioral insights—the team identifies what’s working, what’s underutilized, and what’s missing. This holistic approach reveals how spaces truly function and where they can evolve to support collaboration, focus, and flexibility better.
While data informs every decision, culture drives the results. Pairing analytics with an understanding of organizational behavior ensures that new environments not only perform well but also reflect a company’s values and people. When data and culture align, the result is a workplace that inspires connection, fosters productivity, and supports well-being.
The outcomes of a workplace analysis are as varied as the organizations themselves. Some focus on creating flexible, multifunctional spaces that adapt throughout the day. Others look to reimagine meeting environments—balancing in-person and virtual collaboration, rethinking size, layout, and technology integration. Across all solutions, the emphasis remains on designing for adaptability, efficiency, and experience.
Lasting change requires more than great design—it takes intentional implementation. Change management programs help teams transition smoothly and support the adoption of new ways of working. When employees see leaders modeling new behaviors, adoption becomes part of the culture.
In today’s competitive market, the most successful workplaces are those that evolve with purpose—blending data, design, and human insight to create spaces that drive performance, retention, and well-being.
Ally Financial Headquarters Renovation | Charlotte, NC
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