“Because the building had sort of a tech-edge to it, we wanted a friendlier, more natural, earthier atmosphere,†said architect Daryl Buckingham of Don L. Beck Associates, Inc. The lobby was constructed with a great deal of glass, creating a very tall, open space that allowed ample natural light. And to make an even more welcoming lobby, the floor was completed with Kota Brown slate supplied by Echeguren Slate Inc. of San Francisco, CA.
This particular slate was chosen largely for its color. “It's primarily a golden-tan with some brown and green in it, depending on which end of the quarry they got it from,†said the architect. “It had a nice color for the building, meaning it blends well with yellows, greens and browns. It left us lots of options for more 'quiet' colors to use. We wanted something earthy and quiet.â€