César Pelli describes his work on the Fox Hills Mall Shopping Center, which he was involved with during his time at Gruen Associates. Situated on a 50-acre site, the Mall was originally anchored by three department stores, more than 132 specialty shops and a four-level, car-parking with direct access. Notable elements of its original design were a glass-and-steel "theme" staircase in the center of the mall, as well as angled bridges which connected multiple levels. The project received a Los Angeles Chapter AIA Citation for Design Excellence.