The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO) recently marked the inauguration of the new U.S. Embassy Compound in Tegucigalpa with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. This event underscores the ongoing investment in the relationship between the United States and Honduras. Remarks were delivered by U.S. Ambassador to Honduras Laura Dogu, Honduras Presidential Designate Renato Florentino, and OBO Director Patricia Lacina, who also participated in cutting the ceremonial ribbon.
The embassy facility is intended to serve as a central point for fostering relations between the U.S. and Honduran communities. It provides a functional space for consular services, discussions on migration issues, and support for business opportunities.
Designed by SHoP Architects with assistance from local firm Jorge Caballero Arquitectos and constructed by B.L. Harbert International, the project generated over 1,000 jobs for Hondurans and injected more than $42 million into the local economy. The embassy showcases building performance optimization with its pending certification from the US Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED). Sustainable strategies include solar power generation, rainwater recycling for irrigation, and using local materials. Art installations featuring Honduran artist Adán Vallecillo and a preserved century-old Guanacaste tree highlight cross-cultural collaboration and environmental respect.
OBO is committed to providing effective facilities for U.S. diplomacy abroad. Since initiating its Capital Security Construction Program in 1999, OBO has completed 183 new diplomatic facilities worldwide and currently has 49 active projects either in design or construction.
For further information, contact OBOExternalAffairs@state.gov or visit obo.state.gov and oboportfolio.state.gov/tegucigalpa/.
