This was a final project that called for a dialogue between old and new. The History Center was an opportunity to continue the idea of extending an experience in which discovery, history, and memories can be found.

Proposed site. 

PIONEER & MILITARY MEMORIAL PARK

15th Street and Jefferson st
Phoenix, AZ 85007

Since space is limited portion of the program is held below ground. Cutting into the earth 16'-0'' straight down will mitigate the high desert temperatures. Materials will express the architectural vernacular of the Arizona landscape. 

Memorial, Museum, and Public space