“Bhaiya, design toh sab kar rahe hain… par budget mein kaun kar raha hai?”
That’s the first thing Meera aunty from Borivali said on her first call with us.

And honestly — she’s not wrong.

In a city where parking space can cost more than a 1BHK in smaller towns, home interiors feel like rocket science. One quote says ₹7 lakhs, the other says ₹18 lakhs. Who’s right? Who’s bluffing? Who’s just fixing lights and calling it “design”?

Let’s break it down — in simple, Mumbai-style logic.

🛋️ So, What’s the Real Cost of Interior Design in Mumbai?

Depending on how “Netflix-worthy” you want your home to look 👇

📍 Based on carpet area. GST, civil, and soft furnishing costs may be extra.

📷 Image Suggestion: A comparison image of 3 living rooms – basic, mid, and premium

😵 “Arre yeh itna kyun lag raha hai?”

We get it. That quote looks like your wedding budget.

But here’s what adds to the cost:

• Carpet area: Bigger the home, higher the budget. Obvious. More sq.ft = More materials = More cost. But clever design can save space and money.
  
• Scope of work: Is it full-home turnkey? Just modular kitchen? Civil work? Electrical rewiring? Each adds up. Doing only kitchen & wardrobes? Cheaper. Doing a false ceiling, pooja room, fancy bar unit? Budget jaayega.
  
• Material choices: Acrylic or laminate? Quartz or granite? Veneer or PU finish? Quality impacts cost and longevity. Laminate = pocket friendly. PU + veneer = champagne lifestyle.
• Brand preferences: Hettich hardware, Jaquar fittings, Hafele accessories — all sound fancy, but they add 20–30% to your budget.
  
• Design vibe: Japandi, boho, rustic, minimalist… jo bhi bolo, details = money.
  
• Project type: Turnkey execution costs more than just design service.
  

🎯 Bonus Tip: Add a 10% buffer for last-minute changes. You will want that pendant light you saw on Pinterest.

🙋🏻‍♂️ Case Study: 3BHK in Thane West

Client: Singh family
Carpet Area: 1,150 sq.ft
Budget: ₹18 lakhs
Style: Warm minimal + Vaastu compliant

“We wanted something premium but peaceful. And we didn’t want to run around after carpenters.”

Break-up of cost:

• Modular kitchen: ₹2.8L
  
• Wardrobes + Storage: ₹5L
  
• False ceiling & lights: ₹1.5L
  
• Living + Dining furniture: ₹3.2L
  
• Paint, polish & finishes: ₹2L
  
• Project Management + Design Fee: ₹2.5L
  

🧿 Vastu Tip: We adjusted the master bed direction to south-west, added a brass lamp at the entrance, and used earthy tones in the kitchen as per the vastu chart.

🎯 Final Outcome: Project was completed in 90 days with one SPOC, and the client moved in just before Diwali.

💡 Hidden Costs Most Mumbaikars Forget to Budget

• False ceiling with designer lights: ₹100–₹200/sq.ft
  
• Site clean-up & debris disposal: ₹5,000–₹10,000
  
• Custom carpentry (TV unit, pooja room): ₹40,000–₹1L+
  
• Additional electrical points: ₹1,000–₹2,000 each
  
• Curtains & blinds: ₹20,000–₹1L
  

🎯 Tip: Always keep a buffer of 10–15% for unplanned tweaks or upgrades.

🤷🏻‍♀️ Why Is “XYZ Designer” Charging Less?

This is where many homeowners get stuck.

“Bhaiya, woh ₹5 lakh kam bol raha hai…”

Yes, some designers will quote cheaper. But ask:

• Will they give proper drawings & BOQs?
  
• Who handles coordination — designer or YOU?
  
• Are they using termite-resistant, branded materials?
  
• Is there any warranty or AMC post completion?
  

Cheaper isn’t always better — especially when you’re designing your dream home.

💣 Biggest Budget Killers?

• No clarity on needs vs wants
  
• Hiring someone without a detailed BOQ or layout plan
  
• Random site changes without design approval
  
• Assuming “modular = cheap” (trust us, custom is sometimes better)
  

🎯 Smart Homeowners Ask:

“What exactly is included?”
“Who’s managing the vendors?”
“What material brands are being used?”

✨ Quick Tips to Stay in Budget (And Still Get Style)

• Start with a vision board, not just a budget sheet
  
• Break it room by room (kitchen first, then bedrooms, etc.)
  
• Choose 1-2 “wow” corners instead of decking up everything
  
• Reuse wherever you can (existing furniture? Paint & revamp)
  
• Get a design partner who gives practical options, not just Pinterest dreams
  

🙌 Final Thoughts: Design Is an Emotion, Not a Math Problem

Your home isn’t a showroom.
It’s where your day starts, your chai tastes best, and your dreams rest at night.

So don’t just look at costs like it’s a math tuition. Look at what that budget gives you:

• Peace of mind
  
• A home that feels like you
  
• No chasing carpenters on weekends
  
• Zero fights with electricians
  
• And a family that says, “This feels like us.”
  

🔥 Wanna Design a Beautiful Mumbai Home Without Stress?

At Behomly, we don’t just make spaces look pretty — we make them feel right.
Stylish, sorted, and within your budget (no random “sir cost badh gaya” calls, promise).

🛠️ Whether it’s a ₹7L 2BHK job or a ₹25L full home makeover — we’ve got your back.

👉 Book a free design call now
👉 Or download our free “Room-by-Room Budget Guide”

You’ll love what your home can become.