The dining room is lit by lights in the high ceiling shining through blown glass bubbles, made by Chihully student, Martin Blank. This adds a surreal feel to the room and warm lighting for the mood of the diners. Muhammad Ali dined there-earning a standing ovation as he crossed the bridge over the small pond. Johnny Carson has also been known to dock his yacht there and enjoy a meal. Obviously, great effort has been made to perfect every detail at Palisade.
Patients learn job skills and eventually graduate from the center to live independently.
John Howie also is active with the Gary Payton Foundation, providing aid to inner city youth. Palisade creates from simply the best possible ingredients and then steps back to allow diners to enjoy.