automotive
- French curves influence steel supports, anchors, and central support
- wire wheels influence central support of top building
landscaping
- green roofs
- elegant gardens
- native California plants
- exposed rocks
- wildlife support
mechanical
- 5 story tall outdoor elevator
- freight elevator moves cars and exhibits
architecture
- lots of curves
- lots of steel and glass in structures
suspension
- light and strong
- cost efficient structures
- modern designs
interiors
- open air feeling like great outdoors
- soft light from far away ceiling
- high ceiling allows good air circulation
nature
- spiral shape found in top building
- arch can be seen in escalator support
- winding pathways
roads
- sub-level floors curve like a road allowing patrons to meander thru exhibits as well as enjoy the architecture
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