The actual hill where a “science academy” of the Los Angeles school district will be located is designed with the academy itself as the focus. Although coming from the Golden Era of Southern California architecture in style, Academy Hill is inspired by the bustling student areas of Paris, such as Montmartre. The esprit de corps of Academy Hill is expressed with pedestrian-oriented streets and outdoor spaces for contemplation and study. There is a hierarchy of the public spaces, going from the intimate patios and courtyards to the large open plaza.