The pavilion, fabricated of stainless steel, concrete and glass, serves as an iconic focal point for a multipurpose open green space. It provides shade for visitors and a unique place to gather for group activities. The suspended canopy of the pavilion evokes the wonder and elegance of a floating lily pad with a nod toward the study of plant sciences at ISU. A synthesis of art and architecture, , the structure bathes visitors in a changing play of color, light and shadow. The Lily Pavilion is inspired by nature. As an iconic focal point, the installation celebrates the history and connections between the study of horticulture, ecology, biology and the first land grant college in the country, Iowa State University. With a recognized history of plant sciences and research at ISU and the site's proximity to Reiman Gardens, the idea for the installation developed from looking closely at vascular forms and cellular patterns found in the “Victoria Lily” an aquatic plant specimen cultivated in Lake Helen at Reiman Gardens. Stainless steel panels and colored glass medallions create a dappled shade pattern with hints of color. Visitors become a part of the experience beneath the pavilion and are invited to look up and wonder at the patterns and arrangement of color slipping between interpretations and comparisons of the micro and the macro between the cellular structure and the stars of the night sky. Working with Landscape Architects and our project engineer and fabricator, our team designed an elegant structural support with hanging rods that could be assembled completely off site. The installation was then disassembled and re-installed as the site construction team completed site work for the project. A synthesis of art and structure, the installation includes custom formed and milled steel anchor pins, structural tubing with diablo joints and custom milled stainless-steel hanger rods from which suspend a 30' diameter disc of cut metal stainless-steel panels. Above the panels are colored glass medallions, arranged to suggest a pattern of stars overhead illuminated by the sun creating a play of light and shadow.