Episode 73
An Eye for Design
Chef Rich and Justin are joined by Laura Lentz who is a design principal at Culinary Advisors Design. Laura gives an inside look at foodservice design projects through her eyes. The group also discusses the importance of versatility and which pandemic-related trends have staying power.
Be sure to follow Chef Rich and Justin on Twitter at @ChefRrupp and @jupehr.
Episode Notes
0:06 – Intro
1:38 – Making sense of the chaos
5:22 – Our experience working with designers
10:50 – Laura Lentz joins the show
11:24 – Laura’s career journey
17:22 – Form vs. function
20:19 – Seeking out input
22:15 – Laura’s signature
23:22 – Versatility
27:05 – Inspiration and creative process
33:04 – Adjusting on-site foodservice
35:48 – Pandemic trends with staying power
50:30 – Advice for smaller operations
57:37 – Trusting your gut
1:01:52 – Laura’s inspirational quote
1:03:57 – Nate’s Notes
1:06:32 – Outro
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