Furniture plays an important role in creating ties between rooms. Many homeowners love the wooden furniture to add earthen tones to the overall environment. The classy look will make your room beautiful. Depending on what furniture you have chosen, you may develop a sense of comfort.

We have made a list of the minimum cost of furniture

• TV unit- Around Rs 8000
• Coffee table- More than Rs 2000
• A sofa set- Rs 50000
• Modular wardrobes- Rs 40000
• Beds- More than Rs 8000
• 6 to 8 seater dining chair and table- More than Rs 20000
• Bathroom vanity with storage units- Rs 12000
• Dressing unit- More than Rs 4000

False ceiling

Often, homeowners like to create a false ceiling to make the interior space more aesthetic. False ceiling installation involves a significant cost. Depending on the ceiling material, you can find a difference in the overall cost. Calculate the space to be covered with the material. You can then ask your professionals to give an estimate. Interior designers work with other contractors for electrical work, surface finish, light fixtures, and other activities. Know the cost per square foot to determine the total cost. The costs of wooden and gypsum false ceilings are not the same.

Modular kitchen

A properly set up kitchen lets you get more energy when you cook food for your family members. The major essentials for your kitchen interiors include:

• Woodwork
• Accessories
• Sinks
• Chimney
• Countertop

Woodwork covers more than 50% of the cost of your modular kitchen. If you have chosen plywood, the cost per square foot is Rs 1000 to Rs 2000. Depending on the functionalities and sophistication level, the overall cost would be at least Rs 10000. Countertop finish, chimney, and other elements are to be considered while calculating the cost.

Painting your 3 BHK apartment

Painting is a significant project involved in your interior design process. If you like to add a fresh look to your apartment, you can never overlook painting. Make sure that you have calculated costs related to putty, paint, and labor charge. It is better to adjust your painting project to your budget. So, ask your interior designers and painters to give an estimate for painting your rooms. You can also ask them to paint only a few rooms of your house. 

You need to calculate the cost depending on what type of paint you have chosen. The most popularly chosen paints are –

Lustre paint

Water and oil-based luster paints are washable. But they are not the right choice if you need a quick solution. The paint may emit odor even when the surface becomes dry. 

Texture paint

This type of paint is mainly intended for accent walls. It involves using special tools like brushes, rollers, and trowels. Professional painters can create 3D textures on the surface. 

Distemper paint

It is a low-priced water-based paint intended for whitewashing. You do not need a big investment in this type of paint. However, it does not give you a lasting result. Besides, it fades away within a shorter period. The painted surface is not washable. The cost per square foot is Rs 10. 

Emulsion paint

Available in oil and water-based version, the emulsion paint takes a limited time to dry off. This paint is known for its high durability. You can also clean it with a wet cloth and detergent solution. What’s more, the best quality emulsion paints have special anti-fungal properties. You can also classify the emulsion paint as plastic and acrylic paint.

Enamel paint

Another option available for you is the enamel paint. If the surface needs to bear high activity, you can treat it with enamel paint. One of the advantages is that the surface has a glossy effect. It is resistant to stains and water. 

Start calculating your lighting project

Lighting is a part of your interior designing project. 

Lighting energy, labor, HVAC cost, and replacement materials are some factors related to the overall lighting cost. Depending on whether you need LED lighting or conventional lighting, you have to make your calculation. 

Low-priced, inefficient lighting may reduce the upfront cost. The more bulbs your burn out, the more energy will be consumers. Besides, you need to employ more professionals to install a variety of lights.

Utility service providers seem to have no plan to slash energy costs. That is why investing in an energy-efficient lighting system is a good decision. 

There are various lighting options, which influence the cost of your project.

For instance, you can choose incandescent light bulbs that produce radiant energy. Incandescents produce warm colors, but low efficacy is one of the demerits of this lighting option. The lights generate a high amount of heat.

Some homeowners buy halogen bulbs that have a tungsten filament inside them. The filament and the gas produce a special chemical reaction that makes the bulb long-lasting. Halogen bulbs do not consume much energy, and that’s why they are a cost-effective option.

Small pin-pronged bulbs can be chosen as your reading lamps. Attach these lights to the underside of your cabinets. 

Available in compact and linear designs, these lights produce ultraviolet energy. Fluorescent light bulbs are highly energy efficient though their color rendering capacity is not good.

So, these are some lighting options for your 3BHK apartment.

Conclusion

You can now start your interior design project cost calculation for your 3BHK. Hire a team of interior designers and schedule a consultation. These designers will visit your house and check the overall space to make a design platform. You can also inform them about your needs and preferences. You will get a custom solution from your interior designers.