There are two main open spaces created by the project. To the south, the boat house plaza is an active area, paved in concrete with porous areas for water infiltration. To the east, a concave curved screen wall defines a lens-shaped plaza, slightly elevated from the path and lightly screened with plantings and a low gabion wall. This plaza is accessible to the public and to the River House, and will be used as an outdoor program space as extension of the multipurpose room or classroom.