Station Twelve can best be described by a series of seemingly contradictory phrases; nostalgic yet modern, gritty yet sophisticated, industrial yet sleek. It is of the place but like nothing else. These contradictions help to create a truly unique vocabulary that honors the industrial heritage of Western New York while introducing contemporary style. Simple and elegant forms clad with rich materials and textures create an architecture that is understated yet powerful. In doing so, the architecture becomes a backdrop for the dynamic experience of Station Twelve, allowing the landscape, and most importantly the street life, to take center stage.