The small towns and scattered structures surrounding the Francis Marion National Forest display unassuming architectural qualities. Within this setting, this 9,000 square foot interpretive and environmental center was designed to house classrooms, exhibit space, an 80 seat theater, offices and a gift shop. The building reflects a lowcountry coastal image similar to that of local traditional architecture, with open porches and low sloped standing seam metal roofs, while maintaining the appearance of a small structure.