Rebuilding Legacy: Limuru Country Club Sets Stage for Sh250M Modern Clubhouse

Plans are underway to rebuild the clubhouse at Limuru Country Club, more than a year after a fire destroyed the historic structure. The new project, valued at Sh250 million, is expected to transform the club into a modern facility while preserving its long-standing identity.

Club chairman Peter Kinuthia said part of the funding has already been secured through insurance, which paid out Sh71 million. Members will now contribute the remaining amount needed to complete construction. Work is set to begin in June, with completion expected in about two years.

The design process has been highly competitive. A total of 24 architectural firms submitted proposals for the project. A panel led by Musau Kimeu from the University of Nairobi reviewed the entries and narrowed them down to eight before selecting the final design.

According to development committee chair Waweru Gathecha, the goal is to create a facility that looks ahead while respecting the past. “The aim is to construct a world-class clubhouse that will serve generations to come,” he said.

The chosen design is expected to reflect both tradition and innovation. Organisers say it will maintain elements of the former clubhouse while introducing modern features suited for current and future needs.

As construction plans take shape, the club is also putting up a temporary pavilion to ensure activities continue uninterrupted. Members will still have access to basic facilities during the transition period.

The previous clubhouse was lost in a fire that broke out in January 2025. Built largely from wood, the structure was quickly consumed by flames.

Now, the rebuilding effort signals a fresh start. It is not just about replacing a building, but restoring a legacy with a vision for the future.