There are parts of the city where the past doesn’t disappear. It lingers quietly, stitched into the soil and echoed in the names of old roads and neighbourhoods. Parkhouse Mews in Guindy is one such place. Long before the first brick was laid, this was land shaped by hooves, not foundations.
The site once housed the stables for horses that raced just around the corner, at the Guindy Race Course. For those unfamiliar, this racecourse holds a special place in the country’s history. Established in 1777, it is the oldest in India, and the surrounding area quickly became a social hub. By the mid-1800s, the Madras Race Club had become a gathering point for colonial officers, local dignitaries, and business families. A day at the races was about a scene, an occasion, a ritual.
Though the pace of that life has slowed, its mark remains. The grandstands may no longer fill completely every weekend, and the sound of galloping has quieted to an extent, but the story still holds its place. At Parkhouse Mews, this legacy finds a new expression.
A sculpted horse stands at the heart of the property. It’s a deliberate, grounded nod to everything the land once held. There are other subtle gestures, too. Step into the common areas, and you’ll find a wall of monochrome photographs. The subjects span architecture, foliage, and familiar city frames, each chosen for a reason, framed in matte black against warm walls. The effect is both elegant and familiar, offering a quiet sense of place.
Beyond the historical layers, Parkhouse Mews is also shaped by its surroundings. Guindy is one of the city’s most connected neighbourhoods. Its proximity to parks, workplaces, and cultural venues makes it well-suited for both residents and investors. But what sets it apart is its sense of continuity. This isn’t a project built on empty land. It’s one shaped by memory, by movement, by meaning.
A home here offers more than structure. It brings with it a story, one that began over two centuries ago and still finds quiet expression in the spaces people now call home.
18 Sep 2025
