Set in the heart of The Texas Medical Center, we designed this space to provide a “people place” for the campus. A large semi-circular deck under existing live oaks provides a place where students and faculty can relax in a comfortable outdoor setting. An arc of limestone boulders placed on the fine-textured zoysia lawn becomes a playful feature while a fountain with a vanishing edge creates another focal point. The variety of materials, size of space, shade of the live oaks and water make this a favorite oasis among the density of the Medical Center.