DLF The Crest Amenities: The Clubhouse, Honestly Assessed (2026)
A Richmond International design credit means more on paper than it does in daily life, so it’s worth separating the two at DLF The Crest. The London-based firm designed the project’s lobbies and clubhouse interiors — the same design house associated with luxury hospitality projects internationally — and that shows up in finish quality more than in the amenity list itself, which is a fairly standard 2013-era set. Here’s what’s actually at The Crest, and where it falls short of what a 2026 luxury launch would include.
What’s confirmed on-site
| Amenity | Detail |
|---|---|
| Clubhouse | Sunken clubhouse design, interiors by Richmond International |
| Swimming pool | Resort-style pool |
| Gymnasium | Fully equipped, described in listings as state-of-the-art |
| Wellness | Spa and sauna |
| Sports | Tennis and badminton courts |
| Children | Dedicated kids’ play area |
| Landscaping | Walking paths, shaded gardens, landscaped common areas |
| Reading room | Library / reading room |
| Security | 24×7 security with CCTV surveillance |
| Utilities | Power backup, rainwater harvesting, sewage treatment plant |
| Parking | Ample resident and visitor parking |
Independent reviews on Square Yards rate the project 4.5 out of 5 across 11 reviews as of 2026, citing architectural design, amenity quality and connectivity — though the same review base flags maintenance and rental costs as running on the higher end, which is consistent with what you’d expect from a Phase 5 address of this scale.
The design credential, and what it’s actually worth
Architect Hafeez Contractor designed the towers themselves, with Richmond International handling interior design for the lobbies and clubhouse. Both names carry real weight in Indian luxury real estate — Hafeez Contractor’s portfolio spans some of the country’s best-known residential towers, and international interior-design credentials of this kind are still relatively uncommon outside the very top tier of Gurugram launches. In practice, this shows up as finish quality: stone selection, lighting design, and lobby proportions that read as considered rather than generic, rather than as a longer amenity list than competing projects.
That distinction matters for a buyer weighing The Crest against a newer launch with a longer amenities checklist but less considered execution. A well-designed clubhouse with ten amenities can feel more genuinely luxurious day to day than a poorly executed one with fifteen.
What’s missing, honestly
Because The Crest launched around 2013 and has been complete since 2018, its amenity set predates several features that have become close to standard in post-2020 Gurugram luxury launches:
- No confirmed dedicated EV charging infrastructure in original design — buyers should ask whether this has been retrofitted at the society level
- No confirmed smart-home integration as a built-in feature, unlike several 2023-onward launches that now include this as standard
- No co-working or business-centre space, which has become a common addition in newer luxury developments post-pandemic
- No indoor games zone or dedicated home-theatre facility mentioned in current listings, features some newer Golf Course Extension Road launches now include
None of this makes the amenity set inadequate — pool, gym, spa, sports courts and a professionally designed clubhouse cover the essentials most residents actually use day to day. But a buyer specifically prioritising cutting-edge smart-home features or EV infrastructure should confirm current retrofit status directly with the resident welfare association rather than assuming a 2026-launch standard applies.
How it stacks against Phase 5 neighbours
All four DLF Phase 5 addresses share a broadly similar amenity philosophy — pool, gym, spa, sports courts, landscaped grounds — but differ in scale and vintage. DLF Camellias’ club runs to roughly 30,000 sq ft with seven distinct “energy zones” and LEED Platinum certification, reflecting its later completion and top-of-market positioning. DLF Magnolias’ clubhouse dates to around 2011, similarly missing newer smart-home and EV features. DLF Aralias, the oldest of the four at 18 years, has the most dated amenity set of the group by design vintage.
The Crest sits in the middle of that spectrum — newer than Aralias and Magnolias, older than Camellias — and its Richmond International interior work arguably punches above its 2013 launch date in perceived quality, even if the feature list itself hasn’t been updated since completion.
| Project | Amenity vintage | Standout feature |
|---|---|---|
| DLF The Crest | 2013 design, 2018 completion | Richmond International-designed clubhouse and lobbies |
| DLF Aralias | 2008 | Most established, most dated amenity set |
| DLF Magnolias | 2011 | Larger clubhouse footprint than Aralias |
| DLF Camellias | Late 2010s | 30,000 sq ft club, LEED Platinum, seven energy zones |
What eight years of use means for amenity condition
Because the clubhouse and common areas have been in continuous use since 2018, physical condition varies with how well the resident welfare association has maintained them — this isn’t something you can assess from a brochure or a portal listing. Pool tiling, gym equipment age, and sauna functionality are all worth checking in person rather than assuming brochure-era condition still applies. The construction status guide covers the broader building-condition picture, including what’s settled and what public sources still disagree on for this project.
What this means for maintenance charges
A professionally designed clubhouse of this scale doesn’t run itself cheaply. Maintenance charges at The Crest run on the higher end for the segment, consistent with reviewer feedback — factor this into your holding-cost calculation alongside the purchase price, not as an afterthought. The investment analysis and rental yield guide both factor ongoing costs into their respective return calculations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What amenities does DLF The Crest offer?
A sunken clubhouse, resort-style swimming pool, fully equipped gym, spa with sauna, tennis and badminton courts, a kids’ play area, landscaped gardens with walking paths, a reading room, 24×7 security, and sustainability features including rainwater harvesting and an STP.
Who designed the DLF The Crest clubhouse?
The towers were designed by architect Hafeez Contractor, while interior design for the lobbies and clubhouse was handled by Richmond International, an internationally known design firm associated with luxury hospitality projects.
Does DLF The Crest have EV charging or smart-home features?
Neither is confirmed as part of the original 2013-era design. Buyers wanting these features should ask the resident welfare association directly whether EV charging infrastructure has been retrofitted, since this isn’t consistently documented across public listings.
How does The Crest’s clubhouse compare to DLF Camellias?
Camellias’ club is significantly larger, at roughly 30,000 sq ft with LEED Platinum certification and seven distinct zones, reflecting its later completion and higher price positioning. The Crest’s clubhouse is smaller in scale but benefits from the same Richmond International design pedigree in its lobbies and common areas.
Are DLF The Crest’s amenities well maintained in 2026?
Square Yards’ review base rates the project 4.5 out of 5 across 11 reviews, citing design and amenity quality, though some reviewers flag maintenance costs as running high. Physical condition after eight years of use should still be verified with an in-person visit rather than assumed from listings.
See the Clubhouse and Common Areas in Person
Photos and listings only tell you so much about how a clubhouse has aged. Gurgaon Floors can arrange a site visit to DLF The Crest so you can assess pool, gym and common-area condition directly before shortlisting a unit. Reach out here, or write to gurgaonfloors63@gmail.com.