Dobie Mall resides at the southwest corner of campus at the University of Texas at Austin. In opposition to all of John Ruskin's principles of Gothic Architecture, this building can easily be categorized as a modern work. "The imperfection of the workman" is definitely not apparent, therefore disqualifying it for the principle of savageness or rudeness. Instead, every detail is pinpointed and exact. Dobie is like a giant ice sculpture that is sliced and precisely cut. Love of change was definitely not considered during its construction. The roof line is a single, flat level. There is no variety in this building's appearance. The alternating glass windows of metallic green and blue are simply "ornaments of one pattern." Love of nature is replaced by a love of technology. This is evident because there are no visible trees or plants surrounding the structure. Instead, an array of neon lights, street lamps, and metal fences serve as neighboring objects. In addition to these modern conveniences, a network of satellites encompass the rooftop of the structure, this clearly portrays the opposite of rigidity with its "refinement of texture or accuracy of form." All of its surfaces are smooth and clear-cut. Also, all four sides are identical in shape, size, texture and color with no "various masses." As for generosity, there is no "accumulation of ornament" nor additions of fanciful decor. However, a "wealth of the material universe" is reflected in the shiny glass material giving it a flashy appearance to match the satellites and neon lights at the height of technology. Ironically, this high tech student housing building actually takes on the appearance of any modern day skyscraper.