HISTORY

The Bowring Institute, founded in 1868, an enduring relic from the British colonial era, stands as a prominent establishment within the city, serving as the epicenter for a myriad of significant social engagements. This club has meticulously upheld a diverse range of cultural norms and behavioral etiquette, exemplified through its exclusive array of facilities tailored for the elite.

MELANGE OF THE VICTORIAN PAST AND THE AVANT-GARDE FUTURE

The new face of Bowring Institute, both in its exteriors and interior, resembles a swank boutique hotel as much as it does a club. An adherence to traditional conservation methods in restoring the building has been paired with daringly contemporary interiors and lighting as well as lush landscaping across the club premises.

The abetments and extensions to the project are carried out in phases. The oldest building on the premise was restored and is now called the Heritage Building.

The restoration process did not utilize any steel or cement. The main features are the vaults and bricks. The bricks used for restoring the Madras terrace roofs were of a custom size not used anymore and had to be specially made.

PEOPLE SPACE TIME

The Heritage Building houses The Leather Bar which is replete with plush leather couches from European designers and chairs from Italy and Austria that reflect the timeless modernity. The President Lounge, A reading room, a European cafe, and a Ballroom complete the elegant amenities offered by the institute.The North Pavilion, built in warehouse timber accommodates the show kitchen and an outdoor veranda with a seating porch. The Main Lawn, usually used for gatherings and events has the stage on one end and the Lutyen’s Gate on the other. The Pentagon Bar adorns the lawn with its resplendent rustic steel umbrella canopy.