Vascon Engineers Debuts in Mumbai with ‘Vascon Orchids’ on Linking Road

12 Mar 2025 CW Team

Marking its entry into Mumbai’s luxury residential market, Vascon Engineers has unveiled ‘Vascon Orchids’, a premium redevelopment project located on Linking Road, Santacruz West. With a legacy spanning 39 years, Vascon has successfully delivered 225+ projects across 30+ cities, covering 45+ million sq. ft. of real estate development.

The project boasts a Gross Development Value (GDV) of Rs 3 billion and is strategically positioned to capitalise on Mumbai’s growing demand for modern, high-end living spaces.

Transforming Mumbai’s Redevelopment Landscape Commenting on the launch, Siddharth Vasudevan Moorthy, MD, Vascon Engineers, highlighted the immense potential of Mumbai’s Rs 300 billion redevelopment market, stating: "Mumbai’s redevelopment landscape presents an extraordinary opportunity to modernise aging infrastructure and revitalise housing stock. Vascon Orchids is set to be a landmark project, not just marking our strong entry into Mumbai, but also contributing meaningfully to its ever-evolving skyline."

‘High-Street Living’ in Santacruz West Situated in Shastri Nagar, Santacruz West, Vascon Orchids is designed around the concept of ‘high-street living’. The project comprises three wings, featuring 2 & 3 BHK homes, with 62 premium residences available for sale. Residents will enjoy a curated selection of rooftop and ground-level amenities, including a Bocce Ball court, Cornhole, a fully equipped gymnasium, and more, ensuring an elevated lifestyle experience. With Linking Road’s vibrant retail and commercial ecosystem at its doorstep, Vascon Orchids promises to redefine luxury urban living in Mumbai.

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