How to make epic buildings

I really need assistance in making buildings eligible to do epic projects.  I’m bewildered there's absolutely no guidance in the actual game about this and I had to scour the internet and now ask a message board.  From what I found i tried putting 2 separate fully upgraded residential homes in locations s covered by education and entertainment buildings and parks.  I’m not seeing any winged helmets to click on.  I’m so frustrated and it seems like this is hopeless.  See image.  I wish the game provided useful instructions as opposed to the daily reminder on how to collect simoleons.