Here’s How Much Revamping Each Room Costs (In 2017)

How much is renovating a home really going to cost?

What you see on your contract may give you a rough idea of how much you’ll need to spend, but you also have to think about making it functional - with furnishings, appliances or additional carpentry.

Just how much more will you need to fully furnish a home? This nifty cost guide of basic features and items for each room gives you a breakdown, so you’ll know what to expect.

But before we start…

Interior Designer: ELPIS Interior Design

There’s no hard and fast rule to computing an accurate ‘budget’ you should set aside. The estimated, average figures listed here are based on data we have collected from our various interior designers and home furnishing stores. The prices listed here are also slightly on the higher end.

1. Living and Dining Room

Interior Designer: Fuse Concept

Your living area is what usually defines your home’s look and style. Having feature walls or statement pieces help give that wow factor and are a staple in most homes, with prices varying according to the materials used. For example, craftstone may be more expensive than other feature wall alternatives like wallpaper or laminates, but laminates with it’s wider variety of effects and improved quality are slowly catching up in terms of price.

Craftstone feature wall. Interior Designer: Boon Siew D'sign

Comfort and functionality is key in the living room, where people spend most of their time and hold gatherings. Seating solutions, such as sofas or armchairs, are likely to take a large portion of your budget - costs will be affected by the brand, material (fabric vs leather) and size (two-seater, L-shaped) of your choice.

Check Out: How To Pick The Right Sofa

Interior Designer: Fuse Concept

Nowadays, dining rooms are often found near or are even part of the living room, so we have included an estimate for a basic 4-seater dining set as well.

2. Kitchen

Interior Designer: DB Studio

The kitchen caters to heavy duty chores (like cooking and cleaning), and needs to not only be practical, but durable. Expect extensive carpentry works to fit out your countertops, sinks, hobs and top-hung cabinets. Most bodies of cabinets will be made of ply and laminate, but extra add-ons like Blum hinges, soft close, hydraulic lifts or in-built lighting may increase prices.

Interior Designer: Boon Siew D'sign

Hardier materials like granite or engineered stone for your countertop are costlier, but more durable. More pocket-friendly alternatives include Quartz, solid surface (e.g. Corian) and laminates.

Interior Designer: Studio 20 Concepts

The type of hob you choose will also affect costs. Gas hobs are generally cheaper than induction hobs, and are catered to a wider range of cooking, though the latter wins in the looks department.

Check Out: Gas vs. Induction Hobs: Which Is More Effective?

Interior Designer: DB Studio

For the service yard, commonly located beside the kitchen, you’ll need some laundry fixtures including washing machines, dryers or automated laundry systems.

3. Bedroom

Interior Designer: Mr Shopper Studio

A place to unwind and recharge, the bedroom is your private sanctuary. Key fixtures like wardrobes that store your garments, makeup or important documents are usually found in the bedroom. In the breakdown, we’ve included costs for an average, 4-door wardrobe (about 6 feet in length).

Interior Designer: DB Studio

For a restful sleep, make it a priority to plan the type of bed mattress and frame you’d want first, which you should plan your space around. Not sure which mattress you should go for? Note that the size, type and branding significantly affects costs.

Check Out: How To Pick The Right Mattress

4. Bathroom

Interior Designer: Icon Interior Design

The bathroom may very well be the most visited room in your home, so it’ll pay to choose the right fittings that can handle the daily grime. That said, most offerings for bathroom fittings range similar in terms of function, materials and design.

Interior Designer: The Scientist

Ultimately, the greatest differentiator will be the type of brand you choose. High-end brands like Kohler or Hansgrohe will usually cost a couple of hundreds more than mass-market ones like Baron.

5. Study

Interior Designer: Dan’s Workshop

With an extra room to spare, why not convert it into a home office or study? Items you may purchase include a study table, office chair and a bookshelf to store your supplies.

Interior Designer: Glamour Concept

While you may want a long, huge table, the longer your table, the more expensive it gets. Also, L-shaped tables cost more than single line ones. And if you’re wondering why a table or bookshelf may cost more than your kitchen countertops, do take into consideration the complexity of the design, additional features like sliding doors and type of material used (timber or plywood?).

A single line, wall mounted study table. Interior Designer: Fifth Avenue Interior

6. Kid’s Bedroom and Other Miscellaneous Items

Interior Designer: Boon Siew D'sign

Last of all, don’t forget to set aside an amount for your children’s bedroom! Think for the long term and get pieces that can adapt to changes - they’ll grow up faster than you think!

Interior Designer: DB Studio

For instance, instead of getting a child-sized bed, invest in a full-sized single bed they can use into their teenage years. Likewise, keep other furniture pieces like wardrobes or storage areas in classic designs that they won’t outgrow.

Interior Designer: Boon Siew D'sign

Then, there are the staples for almost every room; soft furnishings like rugs, curtains, throws and bed sheets play an integral part in your home’s comfort and style. Overlook them, and they might throw a wrench in your budget - by the thousands.

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