Heritage Plaza was launched October 22, 1984. The $250 million dollar building was developed by Wortham, Van Lew & Horn which incorporated the existing Federal Land Bank Building, providing 1.2 million square feet of office space. A plow drawn mule broke ground for the 53 story Heritage Plaza. The mule was used as a nostalgic gesture since the project would preserve the existing building formerly occupied by the Federal Land Bank; historically called the Farm Credit Banks Building. Built in 1929, the bank provided long term, low interest loans to area farmers and ranchers. The decision to preserve the former FLBB was made since the building was renovated in 1978 and was in excellent condition. Architects for the project were M. Nasr and Partners. Their design for the building included certain baroque elements that mirrored those elements of the old Federal Land Bank. It was this unusual merging of styles from different historical perspectives that gave the new development the title of Heritage Plaza. Heritage Plaza is the gateway to Houston’s revitalized Central Business District. The Tower, with its unique Mayan design, is the most visually unique and photographed building in a city famous for world-class architecture. From its Mayan rooftop to the neighboring Heritage Park and Julia Ideson Library Building, the Tower stands as a symbol of Houston’s resilience and frontier style personality. Custom designed Fujitec elevators with leather and polished stainless steel finishes transport tenants and visitors from the Plaza or the Mall Levels to the Sky Lobby. The east side of the Sky Lobby overlooks downtown while the west side of the Sky Lobby provides a panoramic view of Sam Houston Park, as well as the Galleria. A digital directory kiosk assists the guests in locating their destination. The Sky Lobby accommodates the visitor center for EOG Resources and Heritage Plaza Management Office.