“The color tone and texture of the stone complements the white granite of the building nicely, providing a slightly darker contrast,†said Project Architect Greg Luongo, AIA, of Tsoi / Kobus & Associates based in Cambridge, MA. “This helps to visually anchor the building to the site.†Carol R. Johnson & Associates of Boston was responsible for the landscape design.
Luongo explained that the walls were curved in a sinuous fashion to create a level platform for the temple to sit on its spectacular hilltop location. And, to properly enjoy the site and tranquility of the garden space, approximately 14 Caledonia granite benches were positioned for visitors to take in their surroundings. Polycor also fabricated Caledonia fence posts and curbs, entrance piers and additional stairways.