Thousands of students pass this courtyard is adjacent to a major campus pedestrian route. However the courtyard is rarely used.

Originally, there was little sense of separation from the thousands of students who pass daily.

This design defines a variety of spaces to create a feeling of seperation.

Incorporating the existing Burford holly and crape myrtles, a large open space near the sidewalk along the right is created for groups. Back from the sidewalk are secluded spaces for conversation or studying.

The use of groundcovers and differences in paving patterns increase the separation without limiting sightlines for safety.