JSW Realty has signed a Development Agreement for the restoration and redevelopment of Taj Villa, a historic seafront bungalow in Bandra West. Located on Carter Road, this landmark project marks JSW Realty’s foray into Mumbai’s prime Bandra neighborhood.
Originally built in the 1930s, Taj Villa has been a defining feature of Bandra’s architectural landscape, witnessing the neighborhood’s transformation from a quiet fishing village to a vibrant cultural hub. The redevelopment will preserve the villa’s distinctive Art Deco heritage while introducing a modern residential tower designed to complement the villa’s historical significance.
The Taj Villa redevelopment and restoration reinforces JSW Realty’s commitment to creating architecturally thoughtful developments that honor their context while embracing contemporary luxury.
This project strengthens JSW Realty’s presence in Mumbai’s high-growth corridors and aligns with our vision of shaping the city’s skyline while preserving its architectural heritage.
Among the most prominent and stunning properties on Carter Road in Bandra West is a colonial seaside villa built in the 1930s. The Gore family, which owns the half-acre, heritage-listed Taj Villa near Otters Club, has signed a development agreement with JSW Realty, a part of the US$24 billion JSW Group, to restore and redevelop the bungalow property.
A high-end 14-storey residential tower will be built behind the heritage bungalow as part of the deal. JSW Realty said, "The redevelopment will preserve the villa's distinctive Art Deco heritage while introducing a modern tower on the 2,000-sq-m plot designed to complement the villa's historical significance."
Sujal Shroff, CEO of JSW Realty, said, "Bandra is a cultural and commercial nerve centre of Mumbai, where legacy and modernity intersect. This expansion aligns with our vision of contributing to Mumbai's evolving skyline while respecting its architectural heritage." He added they have received clearance from the Mumbai Heritage Conservation Committee.
According to reports, the Gores will receive a few floors in the new tower, with a built-up area of around 70,000 sq ft. The heritage bungalow is a ground-plus-one structure with an area of approximately 7,000 sq ft. JSW will also repair and restore the bungalow.
"The building needs structural as well as utilitarian restoration. The approach will be to bring back the villa to its original glory by carefully addressing the areas of concern, adding modern amenities without disrupting the facade as far as possible and ensuring the ambience and feel remain as it was in the past," said Shroff. "We will be restoring the roof and ceiling, windows and chajjas in their original design, walls, floors and balconies."
In recent years, the family has discussed their property's potential sale or redevelopment with multiple builders. Market experts estimate the value of the half-acre plot to be approximately Rs 300 crore. Over the past two decades, several properties in the area have undergone redevelopment, with their heritage facades preserved while modern towers have been constructed behind them.
