The design focused on five key concepts: Voyeurism, Kinetic Architecture, Circulation as a Journey, Movement, and Translucency.

The ballet school’s design features a complex array of spaces, each serving different purposes and needs. These spaces are not only distinct in volume but are also thoughtfully interconnected.

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The workshop faces the lively Trongate street to the south and Brunswick Lane to the west. Its facade integrates sets that blend seamlessly with the street, creating a dynamic environment through constant shifting and movement. This design incorporates elements of kinetic architecture, with a gantry enabling movement along the lane and street, while the glass box structure allows for public visibility.

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Movement is central to the ballet school’s design. A complex ramping system runs through the building's core, structured as a square divided into four quadrants. This layout allows users to see much of the program while restricting access to certain areas. The wide ramps offer more than just circulation; they serve as spaces for warming up, socializing, or exploring.

At the top of the design, the ballet studios benefit from ample natural light. Each studio features a translucent facade made of glass channels, reflecting the elegance of ballet. This translucency contrasts with the roughness of the machinery and the corten steel-clad theatre, creating a harmonious balance between the delicate, light-filled ballet spaces and the more robust elements of the building.