Your living room is often the center of your home. Its design sets the tone, but how much should you budget? This article walks you through typical cost ranges, what impacts pricing, and how to manage expenses.
What affects living room interior design cost
- Size / area (sq ft)
- Type & quality of materials (fabrics, upholstery, wood, laminate)
- Custom furniture vs modular / ready-made
- Lighting, false ceiling, built-in shelves, media units
- Wall treatments (paint, wallpaper, stone cladding, paneling)
- Flooring, rugs, carpets
- Décor, soft furnishings (curtains, cushions, art)
- Site constraints, delivery, labor, logistics
- Designer’s overhead, supervision, procurement
Typical cost ranges
| Tier | Approx Cost per sq ft | What You Get |
|---|---|---|
| Budget / Basic | ₹400 – ₹800 / sq ft | Basic furniture, standard finishes, minimal customization |
| Mid / Standard | ₹1,000 – ₹1,800 / sq ft | Good materials, some custom units, better finishes |
| Premium / High end | ₹2,000 – ₹3,500+ / sq ft | Designer furniture, luxe finishes, premium décor |
For a living room of 200 sq ft:
- At ₹800/sq ft → ~ ₹1,60,000
- At ₹1,500/sq ft → ~ ₹3,00,000
- At ₹2,500/sq ft → ~ ₹5,00,000
Prices vary by city and your design choices.
Example: Estimation for a mid-range living room
Let’s assume:
- Area: 200 sq ft
- Quality: mid range
- Rate: ₹1,500 per sq ft
Cost = 200 × 1,500 = ₹3,00,000
Add 10% buffer = ₹3,30,000
Tips to reduce living room interior cost
- Use modular units for TV / storage
- Choose standard sizes for furniture
- Use laminates, veneer, or engineered wood rather than solid wood
- Keep wall treatments minimal (paint, accent wall)
- Pick cost-effective lighting instead of too many fixtures
- Mix ready-made with custom pieces
- Phase décor over time