The Johnson Creek Restroom began as an addition to the existing restrooms. After an in depth analysis of the site and existing facilities, Studio8 proposed a new, free-standing restroom in a location that would better serve trail patrons.

This location positions the restrooms to serve as both a buffer and a gateway, articulating the moment one leaves the parking lot and reconnects to the experience of nature provided by the trail. This concept of filtration from the man-made to the natural environment is further reinforced by the plan and construction of the building.

Built forms were conceived as filters for light, water, sounds, movement and assembled in a manner representative of the natural elements of the site. The building itself behaves as a filter, as patrons must travel through the open air facility to transition to the trail from the parking area.