Mission Control Opens as West Houston’s New Coworking Space, Founded by Haig Tcholakian of the Phoenicia Specialty Foods Family

Mission Control Opens as West Houston’s New Coworking Space, Founded by Haig Tcholakian of the Phoenicia Specialty Foods Family

Strategically located just minutes from the Energy Corridor and Westchase District, the 12,000-square-foot facility offers premium coworking, recording, and event spaces — rooted in a legacy of hospitality, innovation, and community.

HOUSTON, TX – August 8, 2025 – West Houston welcomes the grand opening of Mission Control Coworking, a flexible and amenity-rich workspace at 12121 Westheimer Road, Ste. B #300 founded by Haig Tcholakian, son of Zohrab and Arpi Tcholakian, founders of the beloved Phoenicia Specialty Foods. Designed for today’s diverse workforce, Mission Control offers modern workspaces, advanced meeting and event capabilities, a professional recording studio, and a welcoming café — all with the goal of fostering productivity, creativity, and connection.

Spanning over 12,000 square feet, Mission Control features a diverse range of workspaces tailored to individual and team needs, including:

• Flexible coworking desks

• Dedicated desks

• 54 private offices for individuals, small teams, or remote business units

• Ergonomic standing desks for members who prefer movement-friendly work options

Amenities include high-speed WiFi, complimentary parking, and access to a community kitchenette with a microwave, refrigerator, and prep space. Members also enjoy a full-service café offering freshly prepared Phoenicia Specialty Foods items — including breakfast pastries, sandwiches, salads, and premium coffees and teas served by trained baristas.

“I wanted to create a space that inspires people to show up and do their best work — where creativity, innovation, and community thrive,” said Haig Tcholakian, founder of Mission Control. “The same values that shaped Phoenicia — care, quality, and connection — are at the heart of everything we’re building here.”

Built for Business, Designed for Inspiration

Mission Control is equipped with professional A/V-enabled meeting and event spaces, including:

• Rover and Satellite Rooms (4–6 attendees)

• Star Room (up to 9 attendees)

• Galaxy Room (up to 12 attendees)

• Launch and Rocket Rooms (up to 20 attendees)

• MC Café + Patio (up to 70–80 guests) for larger gatherings

All meeting spaces offer modern conveniences such as Bluetooth connectivity, built-in laptop hookups, oversized screens, and wireless microphones, as well as complimentary coffee. These rooms are ideal for team offsites, client meetings, workshops, training seminars, and private functions. Catering is available through Phoenicia, offering a curated menu of delicious, high-quality options.

Mission Control also offers a soundproofed professional recording studio, featuring multiple microphones and cameras, engineered for high-quality podcasting, livestreaming, and video content creation — a key offering for Houston’s growing creative economy.

“Houston has always been a city where big dreams take off,” Tcholakian added. “Whether you’re launching a startup, meeting clients, recording content, or building a brand, we want Mission Control to be your ground control — a place to stay grounded while you reach new heights.”

A Personal Touch and Community Focus

Adding a touch of nostalgia, Mission Control features classic arcade games in its shared lounge — a playful tribute to Tcholakian’s childhood memories of visiting the dollar cinema and arcade that once occupied the same site. This personal history now intertwines with the modern workspace, bringing joy and familiarity to the space.

Beyond its physical features, Mission Control is deeply committed to fostering business connections. The space regularly partners with the West Houston Chamber of Commerce to host “Elevate Business Lunch” events, designed to connect professionals, entrepreneurs, and community leaders across industries.

Membership Discount and Open House Week

To celebrate its grand opening, Mission Control is offering 50% off the first month of membership for any 6-month term or longer through August 31, 2025.

In addition, in observance of International Coworking Day, the space will host an Open House from August 11–15, offering free coworking day passes and complimentary refreshments for all visitors.

ABOUT MISSION CONTROL COWORKING

Mission Control Coworking is a 12,000-square-foot workspace and event venue located just minutes from the Energy Corridor and Westchase District. Founded by Haig Tcholakian, son of Zohrab and Arpi Tcholakian of Phoenicia Specialty Foods, Mission Control offers coworking desks, private offices, A/V-equipped meeting rooms, a professional recording studio, and a café featuring fresh Phoenicia-prepared menu items. Designed for productivity and powered by hospitality, Mission Control serves freelancers, startups, remote workers, and teams seeking a dynamic and supportive place to work, gather, and grow. For more information, visit www.missioncontroltx.com and follow on Instagram at @missioncontroloffices. 

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