Full rehabilitation begins on historic 19th-century residence at 51 Tabukashvili Street

The Tbilisi Development Fund is initiating the comprehensive rehabilitation and restoration of a historic late-19th-century residential building located at 51 Revaz Tabukashvili Street in the Mtatsminda district, Tbilisi Mayor Kakha Kaladze announced at today’s municipal government meeting.

According to the Mayor, the structure is notable for its unique position and architecture; built on complex terrain, it presents distinctive historic façades.

“Particularly compelling is the three-storey façade facing the right bank of the Mtkvari River. The building also features a historic garden area on the Tabukashvili Street side, where 19th-century wooden doors and authentic courtyard elements remain preserved. A fire previously broke out in this building, causing severe damage to the monument. We promised the residents that we would rehabilitate the house,” stated Kakha Kaladze.

Regarding the scope of the works, the Mayor noted that the restoration project encompasses a full range of structural and heritage measures. Specifically, foundation underpinning will be undertaken, ring drainage systems installed, cracked load-bearing walls rebuilt, and inter-floor ceilings completely replaced.

“Additionally, a new timber roof frame will be constructed and clad with sheet metal; the wooden shushabandi (verandahs) facing both the Mtkvari embankment and Tabukashvili Street will be fully restored and conserved. Special attention will be paid to every single detail, ensuring this historic building is thoroughly rehabilitated,” the Mayor added.

Furthermore, the decorative elements of the bay windows (oriels) and historic joinery will be restored. Exterior repainting is scheduled, with material and palette selections based on laboratory colourimetry analysis under the direct supervision of heritage specialists.

According to the Tbilisi City Hall, the project aims to salvage the damaged historic building, reinforce its structural integrity, and restore its historical and architectural identity with maximum fidelity. The rehabilitation works are scheduled for completion in March 2029.