In 1978 a group of workers maintaining a subway line in Mexico City discovered what appeared to be Aztec ruins. Archeologists were called in, stopping the renovation to the subway line at that location. The Archeologists uncovered the center of the ancient Aztec world, Temple Mayor. This temple was built here according to a prophecy of the Aztec people to settle the ground where they would see an eagle on a cactus eating a snake, thus explaining the emblem on the Mexican Flag. In the Process of the uncovering of the ruins the archeologists left the site a mess.

The project was to fix the circulation, provide a sustainable information center, and to make a suitable place for the Mexican people to experience their culture. The visitor center will provide an eco-friendly proposal. Amorphic solar panels will provide energy for the center and the surrounding buildings. The roof can collect water to facilitate the grey water system. The covered walkways, which are made of permeable concrete, will create a micro-climate which will cool the surrounding area, thus providing comfort to the people. The materials are all local. This proposals goal is to bring back the greatness to Temple Mayor, The Mexican culture, and its people.