At the edge of the Tercero neighborhood, the building’s dynamic form reaches out to gather people together. The main dining southeast entry way has a large inviting overhang that doubles as the second floor outdoor dining terrace. To the northeast is a retail entry with an overhang and outside dining areas. The kitchen and service areas are located on the west side of the building.

For students with a meal plan, the main dining area provides a large second floor terrace for protection and creates a dynamic entry point. The form and transparency exposes the internal function of the building creating an iconic image that can be easily recognized. The large main staircase generates the overall form of the building as well as offers a unique dining experience. There is a wide variety of dining options. The transparency of the building creates views to the outside that become more dynamic as you travel through the space. The large amount of glazing in the primary facade, clerestory windows and skylights provide ample daylight throughout the whole structure.

The building is a steel and concrete structure built to withstand 100+ years. These materials allow for the elimination of columns at the kitchen and server counters creating a more open area. The use of steel and concrete provides exceptional thermal massing and the ability for large overhangs. Fans are used to help improve the air movement throughout the structure.

All the equipment in the kitchen are highly efficient in energy and water consumption. Careful planning locates kitchen hoods only where there is hood-required equipment. In the kitchen, there is a spine of light created form the skylights to bring the daylight. The kitchen open to the server creating a connection between the diners and kitchen staff as well as an outdoor connection via the back patio.

Special Features

• Several unique dining options: 2-top, 4-top, and 8-top tables, booths, banquettes, bars, and informal soft seating
• Main dining is the second floor
• Second floor dinning terrace
• Flexible planning
• Indoor-Outdoor connection
• High efficiency in the kitchen
• Dynamic form