The design team chose stone as a predominant feature throughout the hotel’s interior to complement the established materials of the exterior -- with one exception. The casino’s exterior had been completed with faux stone surfaces, yet this material was not deemed suitable for attaining the luxury feel required for the tribe to achieve their goal of receiving a four-diamond rating. Therefore, natural stones such as granite, dolomite and travertine were employed instead.

"The exterior materials were already defined and included stone, wood and metal," said Don Kloster, president of Dow Howell Gilmore Associates. "We took those three materials to the interior for the sake of continuity. One of the early decisions we made in developing our design concept for the interior was to combine high quality with a relaxed atmosphere."