LS3P announces new leadership roles for Miller, Adams. By Staff Reports, posted About 20 hours ago Laura Miller Architecture, interiors and planning firm LS3P recently announced Laura Miller as chief practice officer, while Danny Adams is the firm's new Wilmington office leader. Adams (pictured below), a principal and senior architect, will succeed Miller as office leader, according to a news release. "Danny exemplifies the spirit of servant leadership and collaboration that defines our culture," stated LS3P CEO Marc Marchant in the release. "He is a respected architect, a trusted colleague, and a strategic thinker who understands both the opportunities within our market and the importance of investing in people. As Laura Miller transitions into her new role as chief practice officer, Danny is exceptionally well-positioned to lead the Wilmington office into its next chapter while continuing to strengthen our relationships with clients and communities throughout the region." Adams joined LS3P in 2009 "and has significant experience leading public and private projects throughout North Carolina and beyond. His work spans diverse practice areas and includes residential and commercial adaptive reuse projects, major corporate mixed-use developments, healthcare, higher education and urban-civic master planning initiatives," according to the release. Adams serves on the Wilmington Planning Commission and is involved with AIA Wilmington and the University of North Wilmington Coastal Engineering Advisory Board. He is also engaged in architectural education throughout the region, serving as a visiting studio critic and lecturer for university and community college programs, the release stated. "I am honored and humbled to take on this role and continue building on the strong foundation established by Laura and the many leaders who have shaped the Wilmington office," said Adams in the release. "Our team is incredibly talented, and I look forward to supporting their success while continuing to deliver meaningful work for our clients and communities." With a 26-year career at LS3P, Miller "brings a deep understanding of the firm's practice and a longstanding commitment to its mission and values. Her experience spans roles as project architect, project manager, operations and finance manager (OFM) and most recently, Wilmington office leader," according to the release. "Across these roles, she has led high-performing teams, delivered complex projects and strengthened both client relationships and operational performance." Miller serves as president of AIA North Carolina and AIA Wilmington, in addition to other professional and community contributions, the release stated. "Laura's breadth of experience and her ability to connect design excellence with strong project execution make her uniquely suited for this role," said Katherine Peele, the firm's current CPO. "She also brings a thoughtful perspective on how we continue evolving our practice to meet the needs of our clients and communities." As Chief Practice Officer, Miller will lead the integration and advancement of LS3P's firmwide practice strategy, according to the release. Her focus will include elevating design excellence, quality, and risk management, while advancing technical expertise, sustainability, research and innovation, the release stated. "Laura's career exemplifies strong, sustained leadership demonstrated through her advancement at LS3P, her deep commitment to community engagement, and her influential role within the architectural profession. These experiences collectively position her with the expertise and strategic insight needed to lead Practice Integration at LS3P," Marchant stated in the release. Miller will transition into the role over the coming months, working alongside Peele, with full transition anticipated in the fourth quarter of 2026, according to the release.

LS3P names Laura Miller as next Chief Practice Officer. by GroundBreak Carolinas on June 17, 2026 LS3P, a multidisciplinary architecture, interiors, and planning firm serving the Southeast, is pleased to announce that Laura Miller has been named the firm's next Chief Practice Officer (CPO). With a 26-year career at LS3P, Miller brings a deep understanding of the firm's practice and a longstanding commitment to its mission and values. Her experience spans roles as project architect, project manager, Operations and Finance Manager (OFM), and most recently, Wilmington Office Leader. Across these roles, she has led high-performing teams, delivered complex projects, and strengthened both client relationships and operational performance. Miller's leadership extends beyond the firm through her service as President of AIA North Carolina and AIA Wilmington, in addition to numerous professional and community contributions. "Laura's breadth of experience and her ability to connect design excellence with strong project execution make her uniquely suited for this role," said Katherine Peele, the firm's current CPO. "She also brings a thoughtful perspective on how we continue evolving our practice to meet the needs of our clients and communities." As Chief Practice Officer, Miller will lead the integration and advancement of LS3P's firmwide practice strategy - strengthening how the firm delivers work across teams and offices. Her focus will include elevating design excellence, quality, and risk management, while advancing technical expertise, sustainability, research, and innovation. In this role, she will help ensure alignment across the firm's people, processes, and knowledge to support continued growth and high performance. "Laura's career exemplifies strong, sustained leadership demonstrated through her advancement at LS3P, her deep commitment to community engagement, and her influential role within the architectural profession. These experiences collectively position her with the expertise and strategic insight needed to lead Practice Integration at LS3P," said Marc Marchant, LS3P's CEO. Miller will transition into the role over the coming months, working alongside Peele, with full transition anticipated in the fourth quarter of 2026. About LS3P: Founded in 1963, LS3P is an architecture, interiors, and planning firm with regional roots and national reach. Operating from its twelve offices in Charleston, Columbia, Greenville, Myrtle Beach, Asheville, Charlotte, Greensboro, Raleigh, Wilmington, Atlanta, Savannah, and Jacksonville, LS3P is deeply committed to the communities in which it serves and has been honored with over 680 design awards in diverse practice areas. For more information on LS3P, visit www.ls3p.com.