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Interior designer fees in Bangalore are structured in 4 different ways. And most clients don't know which they are paying. Here's what each fee model means for your project cost.
The 4 fee structures Bangalore interior designers use
Understanding the fee structure changes how you evaluate quotes. The same designer may quote differently depending on which model they use:
- Per sq ft rate: ₹800–₹3,000/sq ft all-inclusive; simple to compare but scope must be defined precisely
- Percentage of project cost: 10–15% of total material + execution cost; aligns incentives but designer benefits from you spending more
- Fixed design fee: ₹50,000–₹5,00,000 depending on scope; covers only design work. You pay execution separately
- Turnkey / lump sum: single price for everything; most transparent for the client; most risk for the designer; typical for platforms like Livspace
What the per sq ft rate includes (and doesn't)
When a designer quotes ₹1,200/sq ft for a 1,000 sq ft apartment, verify exactly what is included:
- Is civil work (tile laying, bathroom fittings, wall putty) included?
- Are electrical points and switchboards included?
- Is loose furniture (sofas, beds, dining table) included?
- Are appliances (chimneys, hobs, dishwasher) included?
- Is false ceiling included in all rooms or just living room?
- What material grade is assumed. Standard laminate or premium veneer?
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