The building is stepped with the slope of the hillside to create a series of elevated terraces and stepped plazas that guide visitors to the entrances and encourage tenants to enjoy the mature redwood trees and native landscaping throughout the site.

Inspired by the backdrop of Coyote Hill, we selected warm and earthy materials to convey a welcoming presence while also expressing forward-looking, high-performance building systems, large expanses of glass, and open floorplates essential for an R&D/office building. We integrated architectural and shading strategies to maximize day-lighting while reducing energy loads, and added a large photovoltaic array on the roof. Floor-to-ceiling glass along most of the north façade and a large saw-toothed central skylight bring bright natural light deep inside the building. The two wings flank a great central room, forming the social and collaborative heart of the project.