Their grand entryways appear through the windshield like a mother's arms, welcoming back commuters with fountains, bridges, palm trees and the green grass of home.
Both sides of this entryway have broad expanses of grass, pools and fountains that are lit at night. Drivers cross a bridge designed to look old, then come upon a lush median island that separates lanes of traffic and creates a parkway feeling. This is especially beautiful in the early morning and late evening light, the time of departures and arrivals.
Here's more architectural entryway features and landscaping. Nothing heroic. But down to earth good taste.
Finally, this is not just about cars. There's a nice small sense of arrival when you're on foot, too. Here's a couple examples of "come-on-in" design at a pedestrian scale:
Across the years I've heard friends say that life should be like a musical, with people spontaneously bursting into song and dancing on the hoods of their cars at intersections. I think life should happen in magnificent beautiful settings that feel special and treat us like tourists in our own towns. These small places close to home often give me that feeling.
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