That’s a very sharp question 👍 — because 3D renderings are one of the most valuable tools in interiors, but designers in Delhi NCR handle them differently in terms of costing.

✅ Typical Practices in Delhi NCR

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1. Included in Design Fee (Common in Mid–Large Firms)

Many designers bundle 2D drawings + 3D renders + mood boards into their design package.
Usually limited to a fixed number of views/revisions.
Example: “Up to 3 renders per room, 2 revisions included”.

2. Charged Separately (Common with Independent Designers)

Some independent designers charge extra for 3D visuals, because they outsource rendering.
Cost: ₹3,000–₹10,000 per view (room-wise), depending on realism.
Design fee may cover only 2D layouts + elevations, not 3D.

3. Turnkey Firms (Livspace, HomeLane, etc.)

They advertise 3D as “free”, but cost is built into the overall package.
Revisions may be limited, and realistic renders often come only after booking.

✅ Why This Matters for You

Without 3D → you only see 2D drawings, which are hard to visualize.
With 3D → you can clearly understand colours, finishes, furniture scale, lighting effects.
Helps catch mistakes early (better to change a wardrobe in 3D than after carpentry).

💡 What You Should Ask Your Designer

Is 3D design included in your design fee, or do you charge extra?
How many 3D renders per room do I get?
How many revisions are included in fee?
Are the 3Ds photorealistic with actual finishes/brands or just conceptual?
Can you show me a sample 3D vs final site photo from past projects?

⚠️ Red Flags

Designer says: “We’ll show 3D later during execution” 🚩 → means no proper visualization.
Too many restrictions on revisions (e.g., only 1 render, extra for every change).
3D shows generic catalogue finishes, not the actual materials in BOQ.

✅ Pro Tip

For 2BHK/3BHK → expect at least 2–3 3D renders per room included.
For luxury homes/villas → full photorealistic renders are worth investing in (helps you approve details before execution).
Always ask for material-specific renders → laminate, veneer, tiles, lights shown exactly.

👉 Do you want me to prepare a 3D Design Deliverables Checklist (number of views, revisions, what’s shown: colours, lighting, furniture, décor) that you can attach to your contract so there’s no confusion?