Namaste readers! 🙏 My name is Rohan and I have been working as an interior designer in Pune for over 10 years now. In this blog, I wanted to give you an inside look at interior design costs in Pune from my personal experience.
As a young boy, I always had a creative spark 🔥 and loved drawing layouts and floorplans in my notebooks rather than paying attention in class! 😅 I knew early on that I wanted a career where I could channel my creative juices daily. After graduating top of my design school class, I started taking on small interior design projects in Pune.
Fast forward to today, my small business has turned into a full-fledged design firm taking on residential and commercial projects across the city. I have designed over 500+ homes, offices, restaurants, and more in the past decade! 🏠Through the ups and downs, I have gathered extensive first-hand experience dealing with interior design costs, budgets, executing projects, and working with clients.
Let’s get into the details! 😃
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🏚 Residential Interior Design Costs
When clients approach me for their home or apartment interiors, the first thing they always ask is “Rohan, what is this going to cost me?” 💸💸
I always assure them that costs can vary a lot and provide them with an estimate only after site visits and gathering project requirements. Here’s a look at typical cost brackets for different budget types:
Budget Interior Design
📏 2BHK – Rs. 4-7 Lakhs
📏 3BHK – Rs. 7-10 Lakhs
This budget is for clients who want to revamp their homes with simple upgrades like paint, basic furniture, and some decorative items. I advise going for neutral tones, multi-purpose furniture, and trying to reuse existing pieces in new ways. 🪑
Mid-Range Interior Design
📏 2BHK – Rs. 10-15 Lakhs
📏 3BHK – Rs. 15-20 Lakhs
In the mid-range budget, clients can afford modular storage units, wooden or MDF furniture, decorative lighting, and accessories. We also design one or two statement walls with materials like 3D tiles, grasscloth wallpapers, or textured paints. 🖼️
High-End Interior Design
📏 2BHK – Rs. 15-25 Lakhs
📏 3BHK – Rs. 25-35 Lakhs
For luxury home interiors, the sky’s the limit! We use premium branded furniture, smart home technology integrations, high-end imported materials, and more. With bespoke designs highly customized to the client’s taste, even small 2BHKs can look grand and spacious. 😎
Factors Affecting Overall Costs
Here are some key factors that determine the overall budget and costs for interior design projects:
🔻 Home size – 2BHK vs 3BHK vs 4BHK
🔻 Choice of materials and furniture – premium vs budget
🔻 Customizations vs readymade designs
🔻 Structural changes needed – demolitions, false ceilings, etc
🔻 Technology integrations – smart lighting, security, etc
🔻 Use of unconventional elements – graffiti walls, glass partitions, etc
I analyze all these factors during initial site visits and consultations before providing the tentative quotes. 📝
Let’s take a look at average cost breakdowns:
2BHK Apartment Cost Breakdown (Package)
| Items | Cost (in Rs.) |
|---|---|
| Flooring | 1-3 Lakhs |
| Paintwork | 50,000-1 Lakh |
| Lighting & Electricals | 50,000-1 Lakh |
| Living & Bedroom Furniture | 2-4 Lakhs |
| Modular Kitchen | 1-3 Lakhs |
| Bathroom Accessories & Tiling | 50,000-1 Lakh |
| Wall Textures & Decor | 50,000-1 Lakh |
| Miscellaneous Design Elements | 50,000-1 Lakh |
| Total Cost | 6-15 Lakhs |
3BHK Apartment Cost Breakdown (Package)
| Items | Cost (in Rs.) |
|---|---|
| Flooring | 1.5-4 Lakhs |
| Paintwork | 70,000-1.5 Lakhs |
| Lighting & Electricals | 70,000-1.5 Lakhs |
| Living & Bedroom Furniture | 3-6 Lakhs |
| Modular Kitchen | 1.5-4 Lakhs |
| Bathroom Accessories & Tiling | 70,000-1.5 Lakhs |
| Wall Textures & Decor | 70,000-1.5 Lakhs |
| Miscellaneous Design Elements | 70,000-1.5 Lakhs |
| Total Cost | 9-20 Lakhs |
There are always opportunities to save costs on certain elements and spend more on areas that will stand out visually. My designs ensure maximum ROI for the money through clever planning! 💡
I also provide easy EMI options to ease budget concerns starting at just Rs. 5,000 per month. Please [check EMI calculator] to estimate monthly payments. 🧮
🍳 Kitchen Interiors
Kitchens are one of my favorite spaces to design in any home! 😋 Modern modular kitchens not only improve efficiency but become a stylish focal point.
Here are typical costs involved:
🔹 Modular Cabinet & Loft – Rs. 1-3 Lakhs
🔹 Chimney & Hob – Rs. 15,000-30,000
🔹 Fixtures like Sink, Taps, etc. – Rs. 15,000-30,000
🔹 Backsplash Tiles – Rs. 5,000-15,000
🔹 Counter Tops – Rs. 10,000-25,000
I have contacts with multiple kitchen brands like Insino, Treko, Da Mano, and more offering products across price ranges. 👩🍳
Some newest design trends I recommend trying are:
🔸 Glass & metal finishes
🔸 Undercabinet LED lighting
🔸 Matching cabinet colors for a seamless look
🔸 Creative open shelving instead of overhead cabinets
🔸 Mixing gloss & matte finishes
Small thoughtful touches go a long way in kitchen interiors! 💡
⭐ Commercial Interior Design
I have taken on some commercial projects for office spaces, restaurants & cafes too. The costs here vary greatly based on:
🔹 Office layouts – private cabins, conference rooms, pantry, etc.
🔹 Cafe setup costs – kitchen equipment, specialty lighting & acoustics, etc.
🔹 Quantity & type of customized furniture needed
🔹 Technology integrations of audio-visual, data cabling, surveillance, etc.
Since commercial spaces see heavier foot traffic compared to homes, materials need to be extra durable. Maintenance costs also need consideration. ⚖️
🚧 Design Process
Once budgets are agreed upon and initial conceptual designs finalized, next comes the exciting execution phase!
Week 1 – Our team works on finalizing detailed drawings, procuring supplies, and readying the site for renovations. This means using safety gear for demolition works, covering up floors & walls, and sorting debris. 🧰
Week 2 & 3 – With major demolition, tiling, and paintwork underway, we start fitting the designed elements on site as per plans. I review progress daily and tweak small details if required. I also show clients photo updates on WhatsApp regularly for transparency. ✔️
Week 4 – Finishing week is all about attention to detail from installing specifier lighting, and hanging artwork symmetrically to dressing up furniture with cushions and greenery. The team does a full thorough clean before the final reveal. 🏡
I always keep buffer days included in the timeline so we can accommodate any minor delays or reworks if needed. Open communication is key!
The sense of fulfillment when I finally hand over the keys to amazed clients makes all the long days worth it in the end! 🥰🗝
👷 Maintenance Tips
I guide all my clients on best practices for long-term interior maintenance:
🔺 Regular dusting & cleaning
🔺 Avoid direct sunlight damage through curtains
🔺 Use coaster & table mats to prevent scratches
🔺 Get annual pest control checkups done
🔺 Top up putty or paint as needed
🔺 Replace any damaged fittings immediately
Following these simple tips helps preserve the interiors for 5+ years easily. Please feel free to consult me for any repair and restoration advice too! 📞
✅ Takeaways
I hope this detailed insider guide throws light on what typical interior design budgets and processes look like in Pune, Maharashtra. 💡
Here are the key highlights:
☑️ Costs vary from Rs. 5 lakhs to Rs. 35 lakhs depending on project type, materials used and customizations required
☑️ 2BHK, 3BHK, and commercial projects have different cost implications
☑️ Smart planning can help maximize ROI within client budgets
☑️ Timelines average 4 weeks from demolition to final handover
☑️ Maintenance best practices ensure the longevity of interiors
Whether you are looking to revamp your existing living space or design one from scratch, I provide holistic design-to-execution solutions tailored to your unique needs! 🏠
Please [book a consultation session] or call 7709697799 to discuss your project with me!
🚪 Conclusion
Thanks for taking the time to read about my interior design experiences right here in Pune. I hope this guide brought you value in understanding design budgets, working with experts, and envisioning your dream home or office! 💭
If you have any other questions, feel free to reach out. I’m always happy to help more people unlock the full potential of the spaces they inhabit with bespoke designs crafted carefully over years of learning. 😊
Here’s to transforming more spaces and infusing positivity into the lives of clients with thoughtful designs! 🥂
- Rohan, Interior Expert 👷♂️