That’s a very important clarification 👍 — because soft furnishings (curtains, rugs, cushions, throws, bedding, etc.) are often not included in the designer’s initial budget unless you specifically ask for it. Many clients in Delhi NCR are surprised when they have to spend ₹2–5 lakhs extra on these after project “completion.”
✅ How Designers Typically Handle Soft Furnishings
1. Excluded (Most Common)
- Most boutique designers and turnkey firms exclude soft furnishings from the standard BOQ.
- You’re expected to buy them later, based on style suggestions.
- Curtains, blinds, rugs, cushions, bedding, throws → billed separately.
2. Optional Add-On
- Some designers give a styling package where they source soft furnishings.
- Cost depends on fabric brand & finish.
- Example ranges (Delhi NCR 2025):
- Curtains & blinds: ₹250–₹1,500 per sq.ft. (fabric + stitching + hardware).
- Rugs: ₹8,000 – ₹80,000+ (hand-tufted to Persian).
- Cushions & décor: ₹5,000 – ₹25,000 per room.
- Bedding sets: ₹10,000 – ₹40,000 per bedroom.
3. Included in Luxury Styling Packages
- High-end/luxury designers (especially for villas & penthouses) include curtains, rugs, cushions, décor accessories in their turnkey budget.
- This can add ₹3L–₹10L+ depending on scope & brand (e.g., D’Decor, Good Earth, Cottons & Satins, Jaipur Rugs).
💡 What You Should Ask Your Designer
- Are curtains, blinds, rugs, cushions, bedding included in my budget?
- If not, can you give me a separate BOQ for soft furnishings?
- Do you work with fabric brands (D’Decor, GM Fabrics, RR Décor, Sarita Handa)?
- Will you source rugs/cushions for me, or do I buy them directly?
- Do you also provide styling & décor setup at handover?
⚠️ Red Flags
- Designer says “We’ll do everything” but soft furnishings aren’t in BOQ 🚩.
- You’re handed over a “finished home” with only bare furniture & lights.
- No mention of fabric brand, stitching quality, curtain hardware.
✅ Pro Tip
- For apartments → keep at least ₹2L–₹4L aside for soft furnishings & décor.
- For luxury villas → soft furnishings can easily add ₹5L–₹15L+.
- Always ask for final styling package → ensures home looks like the 3D renders.
👉 Do you want me to prepare a Soft Furnishings Cost Guide (curtains, rugs, cushions, bedding, brands, cost ranges) so you can add it to your main BOQ and avoid last-minute surprises?