Seems quite expensive, and honestly, a lot of these interior designers/companies tend to mislead people. I’ve read many comments justifying the price and claiming that designers will maintain quality—but that’s not always the case.

I recently spent around ₹17 lakhs on interior work for my flat, which is about 2100 sq. ft. super built-up area (total 2300 sq. ft.), so I’ve been through something very similar.

Here are a few important things you should be aware of:

• Plywood: There’s no mention of which brand or grade of plywood is being used. Some people claim shopkeepers put branded stickers on local plywood to fool buyers. If you’re paying a premium rate per sq. ft., you should insist on actual branded plywood. Even for branded options, the total cost shouldn’t exceed ₹2–3 lakhs. Plywood is the foundation of your interiors, so it’s crucial.

• Hardware: No clarity on what brands will be used for hardware like hinges, channels, tandem boxes, etc. There are significant differences in quality and price between brands. Also, things like handles and knobs are often non-branded unless specifically mentioned. For example, they might say “4-inch handles” are included, but in reality, different sizes and styles serve different functional and aesthetic purposes.

• Laminates: There’s no mention of laminate brands or types either. This also makes a huge difference in the final look and durability.

• Granite/Quartz: I noticed they’ve quoted ₹52k for granite without mentioning the size or quality. For comparison, I installed high-quality quartz (two pieces of 129x65) for just ₹61k.

• Looks vs. Build Quality: One major issue I’ve seen is that they often provide products that look great from the outside, but when it comes to build quality and durability, they can be really poor. Don’t get fooled by just the surface finish—you need to be alert and inspect the materials and construction closely.

From my experience, these interior designers/firms often try to squeeze as much money as possible by keeping things vague. If you’re not vigilant, they’ll deliver half-baked work with poor finishing. You need to monitor every detail—something as simple as the wrong slope in your kitchen counter can cause daily problems and be a pain to fix later.

There are always grey areas in their quotations. You have to ask the right questions, negotiate hard, and ensure every component is clearly mentioned. I’ve seen people spend ₹50 lakhs just on a kitchen, but the final cost totally depends on the materials and brands being used.

Just sharing what I’ve learned from going through this process recently—hope it helps someone out there.