Understanding Interior Design Costs in Chennai 2025
Interior design costs for a newly built house fall into three categories: fixed elements (modular kitchen, wardrobes, bathroom vanity), soft furnishing (curtains, sofas, beds), and loose furniture (dining table, chairs, study desk). The biggest spend is usually the modular kitchen and bedrooms.
Room-by-Room Budget (Mid-Range, 2025 Chennai Prices)
**Modular Kitchen (8–10 ft length):** Basic (laminate shutters, stainless steel sink): ₹80,000–1.2 lakhs. Mid-range (UV-coated shutters, granite top, soft-close fittings): ₹1.5–2.5 lakhs. Premium (acrylic/PU finish, quartz top): ₹3–5 lakhs.
**Master Bedroom (14×12 ft):** Modular wardrobe: ₹70,000–1.5 lakhs. Bed + mattress: ₹30,000–80,000. Dressing table, study unit: ₹20,000–50,000. Total master bedroom: ₹1.2–2.8 lakhs.
**Second Bedroom:** Wardrobe + bed: ₹60,000–1.2 lakhs.
**Living and Dining:** Sofa set (7-seater): ₹40,000–1 lakh. Dining table set: ₹20,000–60,000. TV unit: ₹15,000–40,000.
**Bathrooms (2 bathrooms):** Sanitaryware (EWC, washbasin, shower): ₹25,000–60,000 per bathroom. Bathroom accessories: ₹8,000–20,000.
**False Ceiling and Lighting:** POP/gypsum false ceiling: ₹45–70/sq ft. For 800 sq ft house: ₹36,000–56,000. LED lighting: ₹15,000–40,000.
**Total Typical Interior Budget (800 sq ft, mid-range):**
Premium version (same house): ₹12–18 lakhs. This is a significant addition to the construction cost — budget it in advance.