The Tollygunge Club in Kolkata is one of India’s most prestigious heritage golf courses, blending history with modern golfing excellence. Over the last decade, GDI has led the club’s phased renovation, upgrading 2 to 3 holes per year to retain its classic charm while enhancing playability. This turnkey design and build project improved green structures added strategic interest and refined the overall course experience. GDI’s meticulous planning ensured minimal disruption to members while transforming the club into a world-class golfing destination. This case study explores the design innovations, project challenges, and long-term impact of GDI’s work at Tollygunge Club, Kolkata.
The Tollygunge Club is one of India’s oldest and most esteemed golf courses. It is set within a lush expanse of mature trees and rich biodiversity. Known for its unique character and strategic layout, it has long been a favourite among seasoned golfers and new players.
Despite its heritage status, the club required a structured renovation plan to maintain modern golfing standards and ensure long-term sustainability.
Unlike a complete overhaul, GDI followed a systematic phased renovation approach to ensure that Tollygunge Club’s operations remained uninterrupted.
“At Tollygunge Club, we prioritized a delicate balance—preserving the essence of its history while modernizing strategic aspects of play.”
— Vijit Nandrajog, Chief Architect & Designer, GDI
As a leading golf consultant architect, GDI has consistently delivered world-class renovations with a keen eye for historical preservation and innovation.
The Tollygunge Club renovation project reaffirms GDI’s position as one of India’s most experienced golf course renovation firms. Through meticulous upgrades and sustainability-driven design, the club continues to set a benchmark for heritage course preservation in India.
The course needed modern upgrades while preserving its heritage. Key issues included outdated greens, drainage challenges, and the need for strategic enhancements.
GDI followed a phased approach, upgrading 2-3 holes per year to prevent full closure and allow members to continue enjoying the course.
GDI introduced strategic bunkering, re-contoured fairways, and advanced drainage solutions, improving playability, longevity, and aesthetics.
Members now enjoy smoother greens, better course conditions, and enhanced strategic play, making the course more engaging for all skill levels.
As India’s leading golf course renovation firm, GDI specializes in blending historic charm with modern golfing innovations, ensuring sustainability and playability.