Engaging Copley Square was achieved by bringing some of the current programs of the site into the new building. The subway station is accessed through the public space on the ground floor. The information booth from across the street has been relocated to the dominant corner space inside. The technology store makes up the 2nd and 3rd floors. It consists of open spaces equipped with flexible partitions to allow for constant change. An art gallery is located on the 4th and 5th floors. It contains studio space for a few artists, a large storage space for everchanging exhibits and open spaces and double height spaces to fit any exhibit. The 6th floor is a small restaurant and lounge space. It has ntimate tables with magnificent views of the city. A large central core runs through the middle of the building. This space allows light to enter all the way down to the subway level. Branches of circulation, staircases and elevators are the only elements inside this space. The floor is made up of a different material. It is semi-transperant to allow the light to continue filtering to below. The floor slabs bring the user back away from the facade before allowing the visitor to enjoy a meal seated at the edge. The plans also show the shadows from the facade.
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