Situated in an urban neighborhood, Children's Hospitals and Clinics of Minneapolis underwent a major expansion doubling its size and bridging across the street. The landscape creates a campus character and a sense of connectedness between the parcels. A prominent corner of the site is dedicated as an open space for families, staff, and the neighborhood. The elliptical form of the green and surrounding stand of aspens provide a comforting sense of embrace, respite, and connection to nature beyond the hospital and clinic walls.