Here’s a breakdown of how much it costs to do the interior design of a single room in India (2025), what affects that cost, and what you might realistically expect, from basic to premium.
What the Data Shows
Some recent benchmarks from trusted sources:
- Livspace gives per-room cost examples for 1BHK:
- Kitchen: ~ ₹1.12 – ₹2.13 Lakhs (Essentials → Luxe) (Livspace India)
- Living room: ~ ₹1.17 – ₹1.97 Lakhs (Livspace India)
- Bedroom: ~ ₹2.35 – ₹4.17 Lakhs (Livspace India)
- DesignCafe reports that for a 2BHK, basic interiors might cost ₹3.5 – ₹7 Lakhs, and premium up to ~ ₹10 Lakhs. So per room (living room, bedroom etc.) a slice of that depending on size and finish. (DesignCafe)
- Decorpot (Bangalore) says a compact living room (2BHK type home) could cost ₹2-4 Lakhs for a standard design; small simple living room might be ₹1.5-3 Lakhs. (Decorpot)
What Influences the Cost of Designing One Room
The price for designing a room depends on several variables:
- Size of the room (sq ft)
- Complexity of design (just painting + furniture vs decor, false ceiling, lighting, built-ins)
- Material / finish quality (basic laminate, standard hardware vs premium finishes, imported materials)
- Furniture (ready-made vs custom)
- Location / labour / logistics (big cities cost more)
- Designer’s brand / experience
- Extent of scope (does it include flooring, electrical, civil changes, etc.)
What You Can Expect: Ballpark Costs for a Single Room
Below are rough estimates for designing a single room (say one bedroom or living room) in India in 2025, broken down by tier:
| Tier / Finish Level | Typical Cost for One Room* | What’s Included |
|---|---|---|
| Basic / Essentials | ₹1.5 – ₹3 Lakhs | Painting, basic furniture, simple lighting, minor decor, possibly minimal custom carpentry. |
| Mid-Range / Premium | ₹3 – ₹5 Lakhs | Better materials, more elaborate lighting, custom furniture pieces, decorative wall treatments, mid-quality hardware. |
| Luxury / High-End | ₹5 Lakhs and above | Premium finishes (veneer / imported stone etc.), designer furniture, elaborate decor, high level of customization and detailing. |
*These are rough estimates. Actual cost will vary with location, room size & requirements.
If you tell me which city you are in (e.g. Gurgaon, Bangalore, etc.) and which type of room (bedroom, living room, kitchen, etc.), I can give you a more precise local estimate for that room.
