Mahindra Lifespace Developers launches its first redevelopment project in Malad, Mumbai
Mahindra Lifespace Developers announced the launch of Mahindra 'Codename64', a landmark residential development in Malad (West), Mumbai. This launch marks the beginning of Mahindra Lifespaces' redevelopment journey in the city and is part of a larger planned development.
'Codename64' offers well-crafted 2 and 3 BHK residences designed to bring together comfort, functionality, and mindful urban living. Each home features spacious layouts, excellent cross-ventilation, abundant natural light, and expansive private decks, creating a calm and energy-efficient living environment. Staying true to Mahindra Lifespaces' philosophy of building Homes of Positive Energy, the project seamlessly blends thoughtful design with sustainable planning to promote well-being and a sense of balance. The project offers ~2.2 acres of landscaped recreational space. Amenities include a half Olympic-sized swimming pool, an expansive clubhouse featuring an indoor gym, badminton court, community hall, aerial yoga, kickboxing, and aerobics. The project also features amenities thoughtfully curated to support an active lifestyle, including and well-planned children's play areas.
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To put it simply, the carpet area refers to the floor space where you can actually lay a carpet. The built-up area includes the carpet area plus the space taken up by the walls and ducts. The super built-up area includes the built-up area along with a proportionate share of common spaces such as the staircases, lift shafts, entrance lobbies, corridors, parking areas, and amenities. 'In India, property prices are usually calculated based on the super built-up area. While developers market homes based on this figure, the real value lies in the carpet area,' points out Akhil Rathi, Head– Financial Advisory at 1 Finance.A recent report by ANAROCK throws light on the steep premium homebuyers are paying for their lap of luxury. According to the real estate consultancy, the average loading factor in apartments across India's top seven markets has climbed sharply from 31% in 2019 to 40% in January-March 2025. This means that of the total space you are paying for, only 60% is the home interior, while 40% of the cost is for the common areas and amenities. In the past, a loading of 25-30% was the faces highest loading; Bengaluru sees steepest riseHomebuyers' preferences for a certain lifestyle is contributing to this trend. Nowadays, homebuyers covet expansive lounge areas with cafes, state-of-the-art gymnasiums, rooftop decks and multi-purpose utility areas. Experts point out that the loading factor is directly proportional to the amenities in a project. The cost of additional amenities provided by the developer is usually passed on to customers in the form of loading charges. 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In the absence of any regulation, some developers charge loading as high as 50% or more for their projects, experts point onus is on buyers to remain vigilant. Here's what you can do:
