The design captures the essence of a subtle Texas landscape by careful selection of native plants and preservation of existing woodland and wetland areas. The building itself sits in a more domestic landscape within a forest of old, gnarled mesquite trees, which required special care to avoid damage by over-irrigation. The design stitches natural and manicured landscapes together by subtle rings composed of large sweeps of eight different grasses, each chosen for the specific site conditions. Over time, extensive reforestation will further strengthen this landscape.