What better way to stay cool in the summer heat than by mimicking the behavior of Arizona’s very own Desert Tortoise?  From the coloring of its shell to the ability to retain water for months at a time, this iconic yet threatened species of the Southwest is uniquely adapted to the desert heat.  By digging burrows into the earth to stay cool, it creates much needed shelter for other species including mammals, reptiles, birds and invertebrates. Drawing inspiration from the desert ecosystem, The Burrow imagines the Desert Tortoise as a visually interactive experience and welcome reprieve from the summer heat for the residents of Phoenix; sharing the shade while encouraging people of all ages and abilities to “think outside the shell” when it comes to climate adaptation and community-based, heat-ready solutions.