Great question 👍 — a clear payment schedule is one of the most important parts of your interior design contract. In Delhi NCR, most designers and turnkey firms follow a milestone-based system rather than taking everything upfront.
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Here’s what you should expect:
✅ Typical Payment Schedule for Interiors (Delhi NCR)
1. Design Fee (if charged separately)
- Some designers charge 10–15% of project value or a flat fee (₹50k–₹2L) for design & drawings.
- Many turnkey firms adjust this later if you proceed with execution.
2. Execution Payment (Milestone-Based)
A common breakup looks like this:
| Stage | Work Done | % Payment |
|---|---|---|
| Booking / Advance | Lock project, start detailed design | 10% |
| Design Finalization & BOQ Sign-off | 2D/3D drawings, cost estimate approved | 15–20% |
| Material Procurement | Plywood, laminates, hardware, tiles ordered | 30–40% |
| Midway Execution | Carpentry, false ceiling, electrical underway | 20–25% |
| Installation & Finishes | Wardrobes, kitchen, furniture fitted | 10–15% |
| Handover / Final | After snagging & corrections | 5–10% |
👉 So usually 40–50% is paid upfront (first 2 stages), and the rest is linked to progress.
⚠️ Red Flags to Avoid
- Designer asks for >50% upfront → risky.
- No milestone breakup, only lump sums.
- No written BOQ (Bill of Quantities) tied to payments.
- Final 5–10% not kept pending until project handover.
💡 Pro Tips for You
- Always pay via bank transfer (not all cash) for record.
- Link payments to work completion milestones, not just dates.
- Example: “Pay 20% when kitchen carcass is completed” vs “Pay 20% in 3 weeks”.
- Keep 5–10% retention for snagging & corrections after handover.
- Ask for a payment schedule document signed before work starts.
👉 Would you like me to draft a sample payment schedule template (with milestone percentages) that you can attach to your designer’s contract to make sure it’s fair and safe?