The Building | O P Jindal Center
India House was designed by renowned Houston architect Ray de la Reza. Here's the description of the design from their website and some photographs:
"India House is designed to build on India´s rich architectural principles rather than replicate its forms. The facility houses various organizations and provides spaces for community services including cultural/language education; immigration consultation; minor medical care and legal services. Reconfigurable multipurpose rooms allow for a range of events from small private functions to large celebratory events seating up to 563. Visitor attentions are immediately captured with an impressive jewel-like entry lobby. The interior lobby volume sparkles with light-play created by patterned glass designed as a contemporary interpretation of the Hindi "Jali", a traditional sun-screen with our contemporized interpretation."
The India House was completed at a cost of $5,160,000 and has been available for occupancy since August, 2008.
Indian President Abdul Kalam visited Indian House during construction, which attracted more than 1,200 people!
India Ambassador Ronen Sen visited India House during construction and pledge his support.
India House Facility Pictures
First Floor – Legend
Second Floor – Legend
1. Main Lobby
2. Lounge
3. Admin Offices
4. Multi-purpose Banquet Halls
5. Party/ Conference Hall
6. Kitchen
7. Mechanical / equipment room
8, 9, 10, 11. Sareen Harris Health Same Day Clinic
1. Lobby Loft
2. Game Room Loft
3. Library Reading Room
4. Party / Conference Hall
5. India House Volunteer Charity Clinic and Private Offices
6. Mechanical room
7. Class Rooms
8. Open To Below
9. Roof