The Trees
A piece of our history becomes a gift for the future.
A piece of our history becomes a gift for the future.
The Trees, located in Vikhroli, Mumbai is a mixed use project of Godrej Properties Ltd., the real estate development arm of the Godrej Group.
Based on the tenets of New Urbanism, The Trees seeks to offer its residents an economically vibrant, aesthetically attractive, and pedestrian-friendly place to live, work and play, centred around a large four acre landscaped park.
The following brochure is primarily designedfor future visionaries who promise to gift Mumbai an answer for a better, brighter tomorrow.
Based on the tenets of New Urbanism, The Trees seeks to offer its residents an economically vibrant, aesthetically attractive, and pedestrian-friendly place to live, work and play, centred around a large four acre landscaped park.
The following brochure is primarily designedfor future visionaries who promise to gift Mumbai an answer for a better, brighter tomorrow.
A piece of our history becomes a gift for the future.
THE TREES
Our answer for a brighter tomorrow.
THE TREES
Our answer for a brighter tomorrow.
Contents.
THE VISION
They say you can never own land, but only hold it in trust for a future generation. In 1940, the Godrej Group created one such legacy - 500 - plus acres of greenery in the heart of Mumbai’s Vikhroli suburb.
For this airy space, flanked by protected mangroves, nestled in the midst of nature that will remain forever untouched, the future has arrived.
It is now. And the generation is us.
For this airy space, flanked by protected mangroves, nestled in the midst of nature that will remain forever untouched, the future has arrived.
It is now. And the generation is us.
A POSTCARD FROM THE 1960’s
To Mumbai’s citizens, Vikhroli and Godrej have been synonymous for generations.
We came here nearly half a century ago, with new hope, energy and a vision for tomorrow.
This was realised in a series of world-class manufacturing units that crafted hundreds of quality products for India’s burgeoning consumers, making Godrej a household name in the country.
Now, it is time for the next phase of this vision. Time to build on the present, and enrich the future.
To Mumbai’s citizens, Vikhroli and Godrej have been synonymous for generations.
We came here nearly half a century ago, with new hope, energy and a vision for tomorrow.
This was realised in a series of world-class manufacturing units that crafted hundreds of quality products for India’s burgeoning consumers, making Godrej a household name in the country.
Now, it is time for the next phase of this vision. Time to build on the present, and enrich the future.
TODAY’S VIKHROLI: CHANGE AND CONTINUITY
Vikhroli today is a suburb in transition, undergoing an exciting new renewal. The Eastern Express Highway and LBS Marg both provide excellent connectivity, and the soon-to-open metro line will make the area a key node-point in the city.
Easy access coupled with fast-paced development in the central and eastern suburbs, makes it a perfect destination for work, play and more.
Above all, even amidst the bustle, Vikhroli retains a sense of freshness thanks to the nearby Sanjay Gandhi National Park and a rich presence of mangroves in the vicinity.
Vikhroli today is a suburb in transition, undergoing an exciting new renewal. The Eastern Express Highway and LBS Marg both provide excellent connectivity, and the soon-to-open metro line will make the area a key node-point in the city.
Easy access coupled with fast-paced development in the central and eastern suburbs, makes it a perfect destination for work, play and more.
Above all, even amidst the bustle, Vikhroli retains a sense of freshness thanks to the nearby Sanjay Gandhi National Park and a rich presence of mangroves in the vicinity.
EXISTING TREES AND BIRDS CONSERVATION
As important as trees are, their survival is often threatened by development. But at The Trees, intelligent utilization of space has ensured that all architectural elements immensely benefit from the vast undeveloped expanse of mangroves that border the complex. This, in turn, helps preserve many of them as well.
After all, trees are at the heart of Godrej’s endless effort to carve a future filled with possibilities for Mumbai.
Rain Tree - Samanea saman
Introduced in India in the early 18th century, the Rain Tree is easily recognized by its umbrella-like canopy of evergreen foliage, sprinkled with pink flowers.
Kailashpati - Couraupita guienensis
Also known as the Cannonball Tree, Kailashpati is a large, fairly fast-growing evergreen tree with a thick straight trunk and a rough grey brown bark.
Sonmohar - Peltophorum pterocarpum
A magnificent tree, the Sonmohar, with its curved trunk, cork bark and silvery leaves is very easy to grow and bloom.
Amba - Mangifera indica
Mango, known as amba in Sanskrit, is India’s national fruit. It is popularly cultivated and consumed all over the world.
Desi Badam - Terminalia cattapa
An Indian almond tree, the Desi Badam is a vital medicinal plant. It is generally an evergreen or briefly deciduous tree depending on its locality.
Narikel - Cocos nucifera
Also known as the Coconut Palm, the Narikel is grown throughout the tropics for decoration and its many culinary uses.
As important as trees are, their survival is often threatened by development. But at The Trees, intelligent utilization of space has ensured that all architectural elements immensely benefit from the vast undeveloped expanse of mangroves that border the complex. This, in turn, helps preserve many of them as well.
After all, trees are at the heart of Godrej’s endless effort to carve a future filled with possibilities for Mumbai.
Rain Tree - Samanea saman
Introduced in India in the early 18th century, the Rain Tree is easily recognized by its umbrella-like canopy of evergreen foliage, sprinkled with pink flowers.
Kailashpati - Couraupita guienensis
Also known as the Cannonball Tree, Kailashpati is a large, fairly fast-growing evergreen tree with a thick straight trunk and a rough grey brown bark.
Sonmohar - Peltophorum pterocarpum
A magnificent tree, the Sonmohar, with its curved trunk, cork bark and silvery leaves is very easy to grow and bloom.
Amba - Mangifera indica
Mango, known as amba in Sanskrit, is India’s national fruit. It is popularly cultivated and consumed all over the world.
Desi Badam - Terminalia cattapa
An Indian almond tree, the Desi Badam is a vital medicinal plant. It is generally an evergreen or briefly deciduous tree depending on its locality.
Narikel - Cocos nucifera
Also known as the Coconut Palm, the Narikel is grown throughout the tropics for decoration and its many culinary uses.
MUMBAI’S NEW CENTRE
Future proposed infrastructures like the Ghatkopar-Andheri Metro Rail Link, Sewri-Nhava Trans Harbour Link and the new airport at Navi Mumbai will make it convenient to commute to The Trees. Bus stops and taxi stands are well situated nearby and everything is seamlessly connected via a six-lane direct Eastern Express Highway for easy access to the best that Vikhroli has to offer.
Landmarks nearby include the commercial hub of Bandra Kurla Complex and residential clusters of Andheri and Powai. The Mumbai International Airport is also a quick drive away, thanks to smooth traffic movement as compared to all other parts of Mumbai.
2 kms from Vikhroli railway station
3 kms from the bus terminus on LBS Marg
5 kms from the proposed Mumbai Metro Terminus at Ghatkopar
7 kms from the Sion-Panvel Expressway
12 kms from the International Airport and
27 kms from the proposed new airport at Navi Mumbai
Future proposed infrastructures like the Ghatkopar-Andheri Metro Rail Link, Sewri-Nhava Trans Harbour Link and the new airport at Navi Mumbai will make it convenient to commute to The Trees. Bus stops and taxi stands are well situated nearby and everything is seamlessly connected via a six-lane direct Eastern Express Highway for easy access to the best that Vikhroli has to offer.
Landmarks nearby include the commercial hub of Bandra Kurla Complex and residential clusters of Andheri and Powai. The Mumbai International Airport is also a quick drive away, thanks to smooth traffic movement as compared to all other parts of Mumbai.
2 kms from Vikhroli railway station
3 kms from the bus terminus on LBS Marg
5 kms from the proposed Mumbai Metro Terminus at Ghatkopar
7 kms from the Sion-Panvel Expressway
12 kms from the International Airport and
27 kms from the proposed new airport at Navi Mumbai
THE PLAN
Style, sustainability, substance and balance. These will be the keynotes of an unfolding master plan. That begins with Godrej One and the commercial spaces to the East.
Development will then extend North over 6 years, focused on the Central Park and the residential areas, with a prominent retail presence and street systems efficiently planned and designed to encourage future growth.
The Trees is designed to grow like its namesakes: naturally, organically and gracefully.
Development will then extend North over 6 years, focused on the Central Park and the residential areas, with a prominent retail presence and street systems efficiently planned and designed to encourage future growth.
The Trees is designed to grow like its namesakes: naturally, organically and gracefully.
TOMORROW’S VIKHROLI: MUMBAI’S PROUD NEW FACE
A world of balance, far removed from the hyper-development of the North-Western Suburbs.
Accessible through a six-lane Eastern Express Highway and a newly proposed Development Plan (DP) road, The Trees is a place well connected internally, as well as externally. A place that redefines the value of location.
A world of balance, far removed from the hyper-development of the North-Western Suburbs.
Accessible through a six-lane Eastern Express Highway and a newly proposed Development Plan (DP) road, The Trees is a place well connected internally, as well as externally. A place that redefines the value of location.
A CLOSER LOOK: A VISION OF TOMORROW
MASTERING THE ART OF COEXISTENCE
Ushering a new era in urban architecture, The Trees enhances life for both people and the environment.
Bringing about a harmonious coexistence of the past with the present, The Trees integrates innovative urban planning into the heart of nature, ensuring maximum conservation of Mumbai’s largest network of mangroves.
Ushering a new era in urban architecture, The Trees enhances life for both people and the environment.
Bringing about a harmonious coexistence of the past with the present, The Trees integrates innovative urban planning into the heart of nature, ensuring maximum conservation of Mumbai’s largest network of mangroves.
GRACEFUL GROWTH
With Godrej One setting the tone, The Trees is set to expand in a series of modules that balance sustainability and lifestyle.
PHASE 01
The Godrej One Building
The highlight of the first phase will be the iconic new Godrej One Building.
PHASE 02
Residential Towers
These three towers will be developed in parallel with the central recreational areas.
The Central Park
Preservation and ecology are the watchwords in this phase.
Commercial Building 1
With ground level retail spaces coming to life.
PHASE 03
Commercial Building 2
This building will be the last in the commercial segment.
Commercial Hotel
This luxury hotel in phase 3 will be the finishing touch to the project.
With Godrej One setting the tone, The Trees is set to expand in a series of modules that balance sustainability and lifestyle.
PHASE 01
The Godrej One Building
The highlight of the first phase will be the iconic new Godrej One Building.
PHASE 02
Residential Towers
These three towers will be developed in parallel with the central recreational areas.
The Central Park
Preservation and ecology are the watchwords in this phase.
Commercial Building 1
With ground level retail spaces coming to life.
PHASE 03
Commercial Building 2
This building will be the last in the commercial segment.
Commercial Hotel
This luxury hotel in phase 3 will be the finishing touch to the project.
GODREJ ONE
The first chapter in The Trees story is being written as you read this. Iconic in conception, executed by the renowned firm of Pelli Clarke Pelli Architects in collaboration with Balmori Associates, this is a technologically advanced space that offers corporate Mumbai world-class standards of sustainability and the best amenities.
Open space, flexibility, sunlight and air-we took pains to get the smallest details in place.
750,000 square feet of sheer architectural intelligence and it will be ready for occupation within 12 months. One of the few reasons why we are calling it Godrej One.
The first chapter in The Trees story is being written as you read this. Iconic in conception, executed by the renowned firm of Pelli Clarke Pelli Architects in collaboration with Balmori Associates, this is a technologically advanced space that offers corporate Mumbai world-class standards of sustainability and the best amenities.
Open space, flexibility, sunlight and air-we took pains to get the smallest details in place.
750,000 square feet of sheer architectural intelligence and it will be ready for occupation within 12 months. One of the few reasons why we are calling it Godrej One.
A NEW BENCHMARK FOR LIFE
Godrej One is a symbol of high standards of global design with intuitive planning and impeccable infrastructure.
The material used for construction, apart from vision and dreams, has been exclusive. The new Godrej One will be a beautiful composition of clean, simple forms with deep shading elements that provide strong accent lines. The lushly planted outer terraces deeply contrast with modern glass exteriors. Inside, large public spaces will flow through and up into the building, always connecting the interior with views of surrounding gardens and parks.
It is arguably the best structure in India in terms of design, planning, partners and features-symbolizing the quality that is the Godrej brand.
Godrej One is a symbol of high standards of global design with intuitive planning and impeccable infrastructure.
The material used for construction, apart from vision and dreams, has been exclusive. The new Godrej One will be a beautiful composition of clean, simple forms with deep shading elements that provide strong accent lines. The lushly planted outer terraces deeply contrast with modern glass exteriors. Inside, large public spaces will flow through and up into the building, always connecting the interior with views of surrounding gardens and parks.
It is arguably the best structure in India in terms of design, planning, partners and features-symbolizing the quality that is the Godrej brand.
STRUCTURE FOR THE AGES
A structure that is far ahead of the present, technologically and spatially relevant for generations to come.
Designed to be more than a sum of modern techniques and materials, Godrej One, for the first time will headquarter all of Godrej’s offices under one roof.
Thus, we envisioned the space as more than just a commercial structure. Rather, a lodestone for a new corporate culture, attracting the like-minded.
A structure that is far ahead of the present, technologically and spatially relevant for generations to come.
Designed to be more than a sum of modern techniques and materials, Godrej One, for the first time will headquarter all of Godrej’s offices under one roof.
Thus, we envisioned the space as more than just a commercial structure. Rather, a lodestone for a new corporate culture, attracting the like-minded.
GODREJ ONE
Approachable from Nariman Point and conveniently linked to the business hubs of Central Mumbai, Godrej One is set to be the next hub for corporate Mumbai.
Its easy connectivity to Powai, LBS Marg makes it a preferred destination for busy working professionals. Frequent trains and bus services make it more accessible throughout Central and Western lines, connecting it all the way to Navi Mumbai.
Strategically located off the Eastern Express Highway, Godrej One is on the fast track to becoming the nucleus of Mumbai.
Approachable from Nariman Point and conveniently linked to the business hubs of Central Mumbai, Godrej One is set to be the next hub for corporate Mumbai.
Its easy connectivity to Powai, LBS Marg makes it a preferred destination for busy working professionals. Frequent trains and bus services make it more accessible throughout Central and Western lines, connecting it all the way to Navi Mumbai.
Strategically located off the Eastern Express Highway, Godrej One is on the fast track to becoming the nucleus of Mumbai.
GODREJ ONE PLATINUM FEATURES
Continuing with the Godrej Group legacy of environmental leadership, The Trees aspires to be among the most sustainable in the world.
Cutting-edge sustainability features appear throughout the master plan to ensure that energy requirements are minimized and water is conserved.
Godrej One is pre-certified Platinum by the Indian Green Building Council under the LEED® India Core and Shell rating system, globally recognized as the highest rating of sustainable design. Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED®) is an internationally recognized green building certification system, providing third-party verification that a building was designed and built using strategies intended to improve performance in metrics such as energy savings, water efficiency, carbon dioxide emission reduction, improved indoor environmental quality, and stewardship of resources and sensitivity to their impacts.
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Overall energy cost savings of approximately 28%.
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Regenerative drive elevators reduce power consumption to 25%.
03
Roof insulation decreases energy consumption for cooling.
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Lighting layout is designed to reduce power consumption by 15% in all spaces.
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Materials with low embodied energy: 50% of materials are regionally manufactured by cost and overall recycled content is 10% of total materials cost.
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Water-efficient faucets and flushing fixtures: Recycling of water for flushing, HVAC water requirement and landscaping gives an overall water savings of at least 50%.
EFFICIENT HVAC SYSTEM DESIGN
With hybrid cooling tower and water-cooled centrifugal chiller of COP 6.36.
SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC PANELS
The rooftops provide more than 1% of the building’s total energy requirements.
GLAZING
For 56% of facade giving natural views and daylight.
HEAT RECOVERY EQUIPMENT
Recovers heat from hot streams with potential high energy content.
CHARGING FACILITIES
For electric vehicles and preferred parking spaces to encourage car pooling.
GREEN ROOF
High albedo finishes on the terrace reduces heat island effect.
Continuing with the Godrej Group legacy of environmental leadership, The Trees aspires to be among the most sustainable in the world.
Cutting-edge sustainability features appear throughout the master plan to ensure that energy requirements are minimized and water is conserved.
Godrej One is pre-certified Platinum by the Indian Green Building Council under the LEED® India Core and Shell rating system, globally recognized as the highest rating of sustainable design. Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED®) is an internationally recognized green building certification system, providing third-party verification that a building was designed and built using strategies intended to improve performance in metrics such as energy savings, water efficiency, carbon dioxide emission reduction, improved indoor environmental quality, and stewardship of resources and sensitivity to their impacts.
01
Overall energy cost savings of approximately 28%.
02
Regenerative drive elevators reduce power consumption to 25%.
03
Roof insulation decreases energy consumption for cooling.
04
Lighting layout is designed to reduce power consumption by 15% in all spaces.
05
Materials with low embodied energy: 50% of materials are regionally manufactured by cost and overall recycled content is 10% of total materials cost.
06
Water-efficient faucets and flushing fixtures: Recycling of water for flushing, HVAC water requirement and landscaping gives an overall water savings of at least 50%.
EFFICIENT HVAC SYSTEM DESIGN
With hybrid cooling tower and water-cooled centrifugal chiller of COP 6.36.
SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC PANELS
The rooftops provide more than 1% of the building’s total energy requirements.
GLAZING
For 56% of facade giving natural views and daylight.
HEAT RECOVERY EQUIPMENT
Recovers heat from hot streams with potential high energy content.
CHARGING FACILITIES
For electric vehicles and preferred parking spaces to encourage car pooling.
GREEN ROOF
High albedo finishes on the terrace reduces heat island effect.
THE LOBBY FOR BRIGHTER LIVING
The Lobby is a centre of light and air, a space for human interaction and flow at the core of Godrej One.
The glass panelled front is designed to visually merge the indoor landscape and water bodies with the picturesque setting of the gardens outside. A contemporary décor with a cosmopolitan look, the vaulted lobby is a unique space in itself, designed to facilitate easy transit, interplay and interaction.
The Lobby is a centre of light and air, a space for human interaction and flow at the core of Godrej One.
The glass panelled front is designed to visually merge the indoor landscape and water bodies with the picturesque setting of the gardens outside. A contemporary décor with a cosmopolitan look, the vaulted lobby is a unique space in itself, designed to facilitate easy transit, interplay and interaction.
SMART LOBBY FOR BRIGHTER LIVING
The Lobby is not just any other entrance from the outside. But a social space instead. An atmosphere encouraging to commerce.
Further connected through a grand staircase and escalators to the eleven-stories high Atrium space on the first floor, this luxurious double height entrance lobby located on the ground floor is an outcome of grand design.
The Lobby is not just any other entrance from the outside. But a social space instead. An atmosphere encouraging to commerce.
Further connected through a grand staircase and escalators to the eleven-stories high Atrium space on the first floor, this luxurious double height entrance lobby located on the ground floor is an outcome of grand design.
THE ATRIUM: THE THEATRE OF DREAMS
The Atrium with its tropical ambience, high skylight ceiling and fountain creates just the right atmosphere for a meeting of any kind.
The perfect place to unwind, the central Atrium floor allows users to flow out onto a terrace directly overlooking the park. Direct outdoor stair access down to the Central Park is provided as well.
Built to take full advantage of natural daylight penetration, its roof will incorporate new generation photovoltaic cells, helping to power the building and reduce its carbon footprint.
The Atrium with its tropical ambience, high skylight ceiling and fountain creates just the right atmosphere for a meeting of any kind.
The perfect place to unwind, the central Atrium floor allows users to flow out onto a terrace directly overlooking the park. Direct outdoor stair access down to the Central Park is provided as well.
Built to take full advantage of natural daylight penetration, its roof will incorporate new generation photovoltaic cells, helping to power the building and reduce its carbon footprint.
Expressed as a solid crystalline mass with cutouts through and into it to create open public spaces within, the building form has two L-shaped office blocks.
Organized around the central Atrium volume with skylights above and two large view windows out into the landscape, they allow large amounts of controlled northern, indirect light making it an ideal area for seating.
The Atrium has a fountain on the West and planned eco-friendly bamboo plantations throughout.
Organized around the central Atrium volume with skylights above and two large view windows out into the landscape, they allow large amounts of controlled northern, indirect light making it an ideal area for seating.
The Atrium has a fountain on the West and planned eco-friendly bamboo plantations throughout.
THE LANDSCAPE OF GODREJ ONE
A result of innovative planning, The Trees integrates nature into the essence of its urban plan.
It provides much needed relief that is scarce in modern times. Conceived with good living in mind, its sustainability features appear throughout the 35 acre spread.
With the Central Park at the core, the landscaping at Godrej One is conceived as a multi-level outspread, with Roof Gardens, Sky Garden Terraces and Rooftop Terraces as key elements.
Along with dedicated terrace areas of over 30,000 square feet, the landscape is a dynamic division, keeping in mind functionality, convenience and design.
A result of innovative planning, The Trees integrates nature into the essence of its urban plan.
It provides much needed relief that is scarce in modern times. Conceived with good living in mind, its sustainability features appear throughout the 35 acre spread.
With the Central Park at the core, the landscaping at Godrej One is conceived as a multi-level outspread, with Roof Gardens, Sky Garden Terraces and Rooftop Terraces as key elements.
Along with dedicated terrace areas of over 30,000 square feet, the landscape is a dynamic division, keeping in mind functionality, convenience and design.
2,000 SQ. FT. SKY GARDEN TERRACES
An architectural wonder with lush green plantations, Godrej’s Sky Garden Terraces offer recreational activities aplenty.
Godrej One has three large terraces higher in the building. Situated on the fourth, seventh and tenth floor, these terraces are coupled with a green Roof Garden that provides for a usable amenity, further insulating the roof from the heat gain of the sun.
An architectural wonder with lush green plantations, Godrej’s Sky Garden Terraces offer recreational activities aplenty.
Godrej One has three large terraces higher in the building. Situated on the fourth, seventh and tenth floor, these terraces are coupled with a green Roof Garden that provides for a usable amenity, further insulating the roof from the heat gain of the sun.
VIEW OF CENTRAL PARK
The core of The Trees, this green and vibrant preserve will serve as a centre of activity with flexible design that can be reassigned for concerts and games.
This allows for large volumes of office space to have perimeter locations with light and views on all sides. The building and public spaces are oriented to take maximum advantage of views of the Central Park.
The core of The Trees, this green and vibrant preserve will serve as a centre of activity with flexible design that can be reassigned for concerts and games.
This allows for large volumes of office space to have perimeter locations with light and views on all sides. The building and public spaces are oriented to take maximum advantage of views of the Central Park.
ROOFTOP TERRACE
Altering the environment in which we live, the Rooftop Terrace moderates the effects of the sun, wind and rain.
Along with cool temperatures and improvised air quality, easy stress management is brought within the reach of everyone in the workplace. The composition of planted terraces and deep shading overhangs wrapping the building is a creative response to the solar orientation of the building. All a part of the Godrej complex, it is second to none other.
LANDSCAPE DETAILS
The landscape has been designed with vast insight and detail by internationally renowned landscape and urban designers, Balmori Associates.
01 Gandarusa – Justicia Gendarussa
A flowering plant commonly known as water-willow and shrimp plant.
02 Moses in Cradle - Tradescantia spathacea
A fleshy rhizomatous herb commonly found individually or in clumps in wooded areas and fields.
03 Silver Trumpet Tree - Tabebuia caraiba
A small tree with pinnately compound leaves and bright yellow flowers.
04 Kamini Flowering Tree - Murraya exotica
A tropical, evergreen plant that bears small, white, scented flowers.
01 RENEWABLE ENERGY
SOLAR SYSTEM
On-site renewable energy production catering to the building load of 50 kW rooftop solar PV system.
Solar Photovoltaic Panels on the rooftop provide more than 1% of the buildings total energy requirements.
02 GREEN ROOF
28,700 square feet of Terrace Garden and green roofing-also access to Terrace Gardens for occupants.
03 WATER RETENTION
STORE
The rooftop storage acts like a water tower by gathering water. The stored water will be used throughout the dry season by storing it underground in the cisterns underneath the buildings.
Altering the environment in which we live, the Rooftop Terrace moderates the effects of the sun, wind and rain.
Along with cool temperatures and improvised air quality, easy stress management is brought within the reach of everyone in the workplace. The composition of planted terraces and deep shading overhangs wrapping the building is a creative response to the solar orientation of the building. All a part of the Godrej complex, it is second to none other.
LANDSCAPE DETAILS
The landscape has been designed with vast insight and detail by internationally renowned landscape and urban designers, Balmori Associates.
01 Gandarusa – Justicia Gendarussa
A flowering plant commonly known as water-willow and shrimp plant.
02 Moses in Cradle - Tradescantia spathacea
A fleshy rhizomatous herb commonly found individually or in clumps in wooded areas and fields.
03 Silver Trumpet Tree - Tabebuia caraiba
A small tree with pinnately compound leaves and bright yellow flowers.
04 Kamini Flowering Tree - Murraya exotica
A tropical, evergreen plant that bears small, white, scented flowers.
01 RENEWABLE ENERGY
SOLAR SYSTEM
On-site renewable energy production catering to the building load of 50 kW rooftop solar PV system.
Solar Photovoltaic Panels on the rooftop provide more than 1% of the buildings total energy requirements.
02 GREEN ROOF
28,700 square feet of Terrace Garden and green roofing-also access to Terrace Gardens for occupants.
03 WATER RETENTION
STORE
The rooftop storage acts like a water tower by gathering water. The stored water will be used throughout the dry season by storing it underground in the cisterns underneath the buildings.
CLADDING
Cladding at Godrej One is the most visible expression of sustainable design methodology
that integrates energy requirements as well as resource conservation efficiently into all aspects of the design.
Building cladding is an exterior finish material that is installed over the building support structure. It serves a dual purpose of improving the appearance of the building, while helping to prevent the entry of outdoor elements.
The design carefully limits the direct light of the sun onto the glass façade, while still allowing a large amount of indirect and northern light to flood deep into the work spaces, limiting the dependence on artificial lighting.
Cladding at Godrej One is the most visible expression of sustainable design methodology
that integrates energy requirements as well as resource conservation efficiently into all aspects of the design.
Building cladding is an exterior finish material that is installed over the building support structure. It serves a dual purpose of improving the appearance of the building, while helping to prevent the entry of outdoor elements.
The design carefully limits the direct light of the sun onto the glass façade, while still allowing a large amount of indirect and northern light to flood deep into the work spaces, limiting the dependence on artificial lighting.
RETAIL PROMENADE
A communal space in an urban setting, the retail promenade at Godrej One is a collective of solutions for different wants.
Completing the new work style is its extensive parking space. Along with a car wash, business centres and of course, 100% energy back-up.
A communal space in an urban setting, the retail promenade at Godrej One is a collective of solutions for different wants.
Completing the new work style is its extensive parking space. Along with a car wash, business centres and of course, 100% energy back-up.
SHARED AMENITIES
The amenities at Godrej One combine broad practicalities with a thoughtful sense of detail. The intent is to provide human design that works perfectly, tailored as it is to the corporate context.
From a quick break at the cafeteria to catching meetings and presentations at the auditorium, Godrej One is designed to ensure maximum reach of all your needs.
Drop your child at our day care centre and keep up with your work-out schedules at the gym; life at Godrej One is more than just complete.
The amenities at Godrej One combine broad practicalities with a thoughtful sense of detail. The intent is to provide human design that works perfectly, tailored as it is to the corporate context.
From a quick break at the cafeteria to catching meetings and presentations at the auditorium, Godrej One is designed to ensure maximum reach of all your needs.
Drop your child at our day care centre and keep up with your work-out schedules at the gym; life at Godrej One is more than just complete.
FLOOR PLANS
An office design determined more by business and less by floor space.
Godrej One is a technologically advanced space that offers corporate Mumbai world-class standards of sustainability and services.
Inspired by brighter living, coupled with unlimited freedom, the advantages of having a 750,000 square feet floor plan is a home that brings all our companies under one roof.
Godrej One is a technologically advanced space that offers corporate Mumbai world-class standards of sustainability and services.
Inspired by brighter living, coupled with unlimited freedom, the advantages of having a 750,000 square feet floor plan is a home that brings all our companies under one roof.
THE LANDSCAPE
32,000 ACRE LANDSCAPE MASTER PLAN
The Godrej Group owns approximately 3,500 acres of land in Vikhroli. While majority of this land is covered by mangroves, nature has allowed us over 500 acres of land for development.
The Trees offer its residents a vibrant, attractive, and pedestrian-friendly place to live, work, and play. The development will house premium office spaces, residential towers, high-street retail and five-star hospitality, all centred around a four-acre landscaped park.
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SHADED GREEN SPACE
A largely shaded and well-groomed open green space to relax, unwind and read.
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PEBBLE FIELD
A potential extension of event space where you can sit down, mingle and socialize.
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GREEN PLAZA
Another convertible space with a semi-permeable surface of grass pavers and play areas.
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CENTRAL EVENT SPACE
A space for fairs, performances and movie screenings.
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WATER GARDEN
A calm space for strolling and relaxing, with benches overlooking the soft sloping water edge.
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TREES OF MUMBAI GARDEN
Along with seating and information panels, explore the botanical diversity of trees, shrubs and flower paths.
The Trees offer its residents a vibrant, attractive, and pedestrian-friendly place to live, work, and play. The development will house premium office spaces, residential towers, high-street retail and five-star hospitality, all centred around a four-acre landscaped park.
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SHADED GREEN SPACE
A largely shaded and well-groomed open green space to relax, unwind and read.
02
PEBBLE FIELD
A potential extension of event space where you can sit down, mingle and socialize.
03
GREEN PLAZA
Another convertible space with a semi-permeable surface of grass pavers and play areas.
04
CENTRAL EVENT SPACE
A space for fairs, performances and movie screenings.
05
WATER GARDEN
A calm space for strolling and relaxing, with benches overlooking the soft sloping water edge.
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TREES OF MUMBAI GARDEN
Along with seating and information panels, explore the botanical diversity of trees, shrubs and flower paths.
WATER STRATEGY
Water strategy at Godrej aims to create a water balance that maximizes self-sufficiency and minimizes the dependency of the new development on outside sources. The landscape elements will have specific roles as part of an overall system.
01 Store
A central issue for new developments, the means to manage water is to harvest rainwater from the roofs and green areas during monsoon and store it in ponds, cisterns and water towers for use during the dry seasons.
02 Retain/soak
A retention system where possible open space is kept permeable, to help slow the speed of storm waters, avoid erosion and allow for it to soak into the ground and replenish aquifers.
03 Drain
To protect buildings from flooding, an intelligent topography along with an efficient drainage system is designed.
WATER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
All elements of the landscape design are built by integrating and enriching the buildings program to make conducive and enjoyable public spaces.
RECREATIONAL SPACE
8900 sq.m.
MAIN POOL
890 sq.m.
Results:
Retention capacity during the monsoon season is doubled.
Stormwater management and water storage
01 Stepwell
A stepwell to the North of the site will function both as a pleasant water feature with seating steps and a storage pool for rainwater.
02 Retention Pool
A pond to the South of the site will absorb excess storm water run-off during the monsoon season while retaining water and letting it soak into the ground. During the dry season, it will shrink to be a small channel, thus expanding the accessible park space.
03 Rainwater Harvesting
Rainwater harvested from the roofs of the buildings will be stored for use throughout the dry season in underground cisterns below buildings.
Water strategy at Godrej aims to create a water balance that maximizes self-sufficiency and minimizes the dependency of the new development on outside sources. The landscape elements will have specific roles as part of an overall system.
01 Store
A central issue for new developments, the means to manage water is to harvest rainwater from the roofs and green areas during monsoon and store it in ponds, cisterns and water towers for use during the dry seasons.
02 Retain/soak
A retention system where possible open space is kept permeable, to help slow the speed of storm waters, avoid erosion and allow for it to soak into the ground and replenish aquifers.
03 Drain
To protect buildings from flooding, an intelligent topography along with an efficient drainage system is designed.
WATER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
All elements of the landscape design are built by integrating and enriching the buildings program to make conducive and enjoyable public spaces.
RECREATIONAL SPACE
8900 sq.m.
MAIN POOL
890 sq.m.
Results:
Retention capacity during the monsoon season is doubled.
Stormwater management and water storage
01 Stepwell
A stepwell to the North of the site will function both as a pleasant water feature with seating steps and a storage pool for rainwater.
02 Retention Pool
A pond to the South of the site will absorb excess storm water run-off during the monsoon season while retaining water and letting it soak into the ground. During the dry season, it will shrink to be a small channel, thus expanding the accessible park space.
03 Rainwater Harvesting
Rainwater harvested from the roofs of the buildings will be stored for use throughout the dry season in underground cisterns below buildings.
LANDSCAPE DESIGN AND DETAILS
Central Park is the largest of the public landscapes. It connects the office buildings, retail, hotel and residential programs while providing a large park to stroll through in a cool forest. Featuring a perimeter fountain, the park also serves as a water reservoir.
CENTRAL PARK GROUND TREATMENT
The park is the key to the water management scheme. Water must be allowed to soak
into the ground, hence the materials used for hardscaped surfaces will be chosen to provide for the highest possible permeability.
TREES DISTRIBUTION PROGRAM
Three different public landscapes referred to as pocket gardens are additionally featured in order to offer a variety of experiences within the project. They are more intimate spaces with smaller scaled plantings, serving adjacent buildings and their respective population.
Central Park is the largest of the public landscapes. It connects the office buildings, retail, hotel and residential programs while providing a large park to stroll through in a cool forest. Featuring a perimeter fountain, the park also serves as a water reservoir.
CENTRAL PARK GROUND TREATMENT
The park is the key to the water management scheme. Water must be allowed to soak
into the ground, hence the materials used for hardscaped surfaces will be chosen to provide for the highest possible permeability.
TREES DISTRIBUTION PROGRAM
Three different public landscapes referred to as pocket gardens are additionally featured in order to offer a variety of experiences within the project. They are more intimate spaces with smaller scaled plantings, serving adjacent buildings and their respective population.
THE SOUL SUSTAINABILITY
Imagine a 35 acre dot of green, surrounded by hundreds of acres of conserved mangrove forest, and it is easy to see the underlying philosophy of our landscaping. Green areas abound throughout, with a central four-acre parkland, creating a heart of living nature.
The Park will set new benchmarks in sustainability, with a path breaking design that serves both to manage the water table and to reduce summer temperatures. Its ecology will blend existing afforestation with a balanced planned mix that includes palm, baobab, fig trees and white frangipani.
In plan and intent, this space is both inspired by, and designed to rival, renowned urban ecosystems such as New York’s Central Park and The Boston Common.
Imagine a 35 acre dot of green, surrounded by hundreds of acres of conserved mangrove forest, and it is easy to see the underlying philosophy of our landscaping. Green areas abound throughout, with a central four-acre parkland, creating a heart of living nature.
The Park will set new benchmarks in sustainability, with a path breaking design that serves both to manage the water table and to reduce summer temperatures. Its ecology will blend existing afforestation with a balanced planned mix that includes palm, baobab, fig trees and white frangipani.
In plan and intent, this space is both inspired by, and designed to rival, renowned urban ecosystems such as New York’s Central Park and The Boston Common.
ECOLOGY MASTER PLAN
ENERGY STRATEGY
Energy usages are underlined with a comprehensive plan, designed to provide high power reliability and lower long-term operating costs. The overall mechanical infrastructure space requirements are also reduced.
45 - 50% efficient systems + lighting
05 - 10% with high performance facades
30 - 40% conservation with renewable technologies
WATER STRATEGY
The water strategy targets complete control of water loss from the site with comprehensive water conservation, blackwater sewage treatment, rainwater harvesting, de-watering capture, on-site storage and re-use planning.
30 - 35% with efficient fixtures + efficient cooling towers
70% with stormwater reuse
75 - 80% with greywater reuse
PATHS AND ACCESS
The system of paths relates the main entrances to buildings and public spaces, encouraging maximum connectivity. A setback runs at ground level around the retail areas, creating a simple and elegant shade system.
Following international norms, kerb and sidewalk designs are compliant with Mumbai DCR
requirements for the disabled. The Trees is also cyclist friendly, keeping in mind the next-phase residential population, as well as the commuters from the nearby Vikhroli station.
05 - 10% with a shuttle that connects to the regional rail
10 - 18% with parking demand management strategies
15 - 25% bus shelter + pedestrian shaded pathways
ENERGY STRATEGY
Energy usages are underlined with a comprehensive plan, designed to provide high power reliability and lower long-term operating costs. The overall mechanical infrastructure space requirements are also reduced.
45 - 50% efficient systems + lighting
05 - 10% with high performance facades
30 - 40% conservation with renewable technologies
WATER STRATEGY
The water strategy targets complete control of water loss from the site with comprehensive water conservation, blackwater sewage treatment, rainwater harvesting, de-watering capture, on-site storage and re-use planning.
30 - 35% with efficient fixtures + efficient cooling towers
70% with stormwater reuse
75 - 80% with greywater reuse
PATHS AND ACCESS
The system of paths relates the main entrances to buildings and public spaces, encouraging maximum connectivity. A setback runs at ground level around the retail areas, creating a simple and elegant shade system.
Following international norms, kerb and sidewalk designs are compliant with Mumbai DCR
requirements for the disabled. The Trees is also cyclist friendly, keeping in mind the next-phase residential population, as well as the commuters from the nearby Vikhroli station.
05 - 10% with a shuttle that connects to the regional rail
10 - 18% with parking demand management strategies
15 - 25% bus shelter + pedestrian shaded pathways
THE VISIONARIES
GODREJ PROPERTIES LTD.
Currently engaged in multiple landmark projects across 10 cities Godrej Properties Ltd. (GPL) aspires to be among India’s top 3 real estate companies.
Established in 1990, GPL is one of the first Indian property companies to acquire ISO Certification.
With over 80 million square feet on the threshold, GPL offers India new standards in terms of prime locations, good value, excellent construction and efficient support.
GPL is also recognised for environment leadership, with sustainability being a hallmark of the company’s projects across the country.
1. Castlemaine - Pune
Godrej Castlemaine is situated on the Bund Garden road in Pune. Designed by P.G. Patki Architects and constructed by the Singapore-based Sembcorp Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd., it is one of the few commercial buildings in Pune to have a sanctioned power load along with an equivalent level of back-up power. The facilities for Godrej Castlemaine are managed by Knight Frank.
2. Millenium - Pune
Located in Koregaon Park, Pune, Godrej Millenium has been constructed with an elegant mix of glass and concrete. The building has two level basement car parks, ground floor showroom space and five levels of office space. Constructed by the Singapore-based Sembcorp Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd., the property is maintained by Knight Frank.
3. Glenelg - Mumbai
Classified as a heritage structure and located in the Cuffe Parade area of South Mumbai, Godrej Glenelg combines the highest standards of modern luxury with a beautiful structure, stunning views and a perfect location. In developing this project, GPL has sought to combine the classical style of the original structure with modern facilities to create an ambience that is both classic and contemporary. The project comprises of a classically styled villa, topped by seven luxurious apartments.
4. Planet Godrej - Mumbai
A landmark project at Mahalaxmi, Planet Godrej has the distinction of being one of the first mill developments in Mumbai. Amongst the tallest buildings in India, these five towers have received several awards including 'Best Residential Project in Western India', 'Project of the Year – Mumbai', 'Pinnacle Award-2006' and a 7-star rating by CRISIL.
5. Godrej Garden City - Ahmedabad
A city within a city planned by Skidmore, Ownings and Merrill, Godrej Garden City
is Ahmedabad’s first self-sufficient township within AMC limits. A 40 acre composition of workplaces, schools, colleges, malls and hospitals, all just a stone’s throw away from any home, this township is green, sustainable and climate positive.
Currently engaged in multiple landmark projects across 10 cities Godrej Properties Ltd. (GPL) aspires to be among India’s top 3 real estate companies.
Established in 1990, GPL is one of the first Indian property companies to acquire ISO Certification.
With over 80 million square feet on the threshold, GPL offers India new standards in terms of prime locations, good value, excellent construction and efficient support.
GPL is also recognised for environment leadership, with sustainability being a hallmark of the company’s projects across the country.
1. Castlemaine - Pune
Godrej Castlemaine is situated on the Bund Garden road in Pune. Designed by P.G. Patki Architects and constructed by the Singapore-based Sembcorp Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd., it is one of the few commercial buildings in Pune to have a sanctioned power load along with an equivalent level of back-up power. The facilities for Godrej Castlemaine are managed by Knight Frank.
2. Millenium - Pune
Located in Koregaon Park, Pune, Godrej Millenium has been constructed with an elegant mix of glass and concrete. The building has two level basement car parks, ground floor showroom space and five levels of office space. Constructed by the Singapore-based Sembcorp Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd., the property is maintained by Knight Frank.
3. Glenelg - Mumbai
Classified as a heritage structure and located in the Cuffe Parade area of South Mumbai, Godrej Glenelg combines the highest standards of modern luxury with a beautiful structure, stunning views and a perfect location. In developing this project, GPL has sought to combine the classical style of the original structure with modern facilities to create an ambience that is both classic and contemporary. The project comprises of a classically styled villa, topped by seven luxurious apartments.
4. Planet Godrej - Mumbai
A landmark project at Mahalaxmi, Planet Godrej has the distinction of being one of the first mill developments in Mumbai. Amongst the tallest buildings in India, these five towers have received several awards including 'Best Residential Project in Western India', 'Project of the Year – Mumbai', 'Pinnacle Award-2006' and a 7-star rating by CRISIL.
5. Godrej Garden City - Ahmedabad
A city within a city planned by Skidmore, Ownings and Merrill, Godrej Garden City
is Ahmedabad’s first self-sufficient township within AMC limits. A 40 acre composition of workplaces, schools, colleges, malls and hospitals, all just a stone’s throw away from any home, this township is green, sustainable and climate positive.
Master plan and design architects:
Founded in 1977, Pelli Clarke Pelli Architects has earned a reputation for designing buildings
that express the core values of their clients. The breadth of their work is reflected from the belief that a firm must not be constrained by a signature style, rather from the sincere collaboration with a client and a deep respect for a project’s environmental, economic and social context.
Pelli Clarke Pelli Architects covers a wide range of retail and mixed-use projects, academic buildings, libraries, museums, research centres, residences and master plans, as well as private clients, businesses, institutions and government agencies. They have designed many of the world’s most recognizable buildings, some of which include the World Financial Centre in New York, the Petronas Towers in Malaysia, and the International Finance Centre in Hong Kong.
Structuring its practice to realize the highest standard of design and service, Pelli Clarke Pelli Architects carefully limit the number of commissions they accept, allowing Senior Principals Cesar Pelli, Fred Clarke and Rafael Pelli to be fully engaged in every project. They have been honoured with critical acclaim and hundreds of design awards, including the American Institute of Architects’ most prestigious honour for an architectural practice, the Firm Award. In 1995, the American Institute of Architects awarded Cesar Pelli the Gold Medal, its highest honour for an individual. In 2004, the firm was awarded the Aga Khan Award for Architecture for the Petronas Towers.
Pelli Clarke Pelli has been a leader in environmentally sustainable design for over a decade. Their designs included sustainable strategies even before the U.S. Green Building Council established its Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) program. Today, they routinely design LEED-rated buildings and their work includes the country’s first residential tower to achieve LEED Platinum, the program’s highest rating. Their vision of sustainability extends beyond technical concerns of reducing a building’s energy consumption. To be truly sustainable, a design must address the economic and cultural factors that make a project successful long into the future.
1997
PETRONAS TOWERS
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
A modern expression of Malaysia’s hopes for the future, the Petronas Twin Towers
rise from a mixed-use base of cultural, commercial, and public spaces set in a
large park in the centre of the city.
1988
WORLD FINANCIAL CENTRE
A familiar presence on the New York City skyline, the World Financial Centre expands possibilities for the aspirational expression of the contemporary city.
2004
INTERNATIONAL FINANCE CENTRE
The second tallest building in Hong Kong, the International Finance Centre is a 420-metre,
88-story building. Culminating in a sculptural crown, this building is one of the most beautiful urban sites in the world.
BALMORI ASSOCIATES
LARSEN & TOUBRO
LARSEN & TOUBRO
P. G. PATKI
LOCAL ARCHITECTS
Amongst the leading architectural firms in India, P. G. Patki Architects have consistently built landmark projects, strengthening their reputation for excellence over the last 45 years. Fetching accolades from the Construction World, CNBC, The Economic Times, Accommodation Times and other honorary bodies, P. G. Patki’s portfolio boasts of luxury hotels, multi-speciality hospitals, corporate and IT office complexes, retail and entertainment centres, residential, townships and mixed-use developments.
STUDIOS ARCHITECTURE
INTERIOR DESIGNERS
An international design practice with offices in Los Angeles, New York, Paris, San Francisco, and Washington DC, Studios Architecture offers comprehensive services that include architecture, interiors, master planning, strategic consulting, environmental graphics and
design.
Choreographing the human experience in a way that is simultaneously pragmatic and inspiring, Studios Architecture is known for creating built environments that express the central idea at work in their organization.
LOCAL ARCHITECTS
Amongst the leading architectural firms in India, P. G. Patki Architects have consistently built landmark projects, strengthening their reputation for excellence over the last 45 years. Fetching accolades from the Construction World, CNBC, The Economic Times, Accommodation Times and other honorary bodies, P. G. Patki’s portfolio boasts of luxury hotels, multi-speciality hospitals, corporate and IT office complexes, retail and entertainment centres, residential, townships and mixed-use developments.
STUDIOS ARCHITECTURE
INTERIOR DESIGNERS
An international design practice with offices in Los Angeles, New York, Paris, San Francisco, and Washington DC, Studios Architecture offers comprehensive services that include architecture, interiors, master planning, strategic consulting, environmental graphics and
design.
Choreographing the human experience in a way that is simultaneously pragmatic and inspiring, Studios Architecture is known for creating built environments that express the central idea at work in their organization.
