to complement the architectural character of the surrounding buildings. The oval plaza is the “main event” and serves as the community gathering area – allowing for a large patio space and restaurant seating in the summer and an ice-skating rink in winter. The plaza is the main pedestrian arterial from Boulder’s Pearl Street Mall to the local Farmer’s Market and trail system, making the pedestrian experience a celebrated feature. The adjacent one-way
street follows the arch of the oval which slows traffic. Large planters containing trees, grasses and ornamental plants, were placed along the street/bike path to separate the street from the pedestrian areas.