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Esteem Interiors – Design‑First, Transparent Interior Budgeting

Esteem Interior

Every Esteem Project Starts with Design

Before talking about lakhs of rupees on execution, we first lock your design. Once the design is finalised, you can choose how you want to execute it and at what material quality.

Step 1 – Invest in Design

Design Packages

Property TypeDesign Package Cost
2BHK₹20,000
3BHK₹30,000
4BHK / Villas₹40,000–₹50,000 (based on size & complexity)

Each Design Package Includes

  • Pinterest‑style moodboards and 3D visualisations of key spaces.
  • 2D working drawings for electrical points, false ceiling and wardrobes/cupboards (typically from ₹10,000 depending on scope).

Once your design is frozen, you decide how to proceed with the interiors.

Step 2 – Choose Your Execution Model

You have two clear paths:

  • Turnkey – Design + Materials + Execution
  • Only Execution – Labour & Site Management

A. Turnkey: Design + Materials + Execution

Ideal when you want one expert team from concept to handover.

What's Included in Turnkey

  • 3D design
  • 2D working drawings
  • On‑site execution
  • Transport and logistics
  • Project management & site supervision
  • Materials supply and quality checks
  • Colour and finish selections

Turnkey is quoted on a per‑square‑foot basis with four quality ranges, so you can match your budget and expectations.

1. Core Range

For rental homes and tight budgets, with reliable basic materials.

  • Ply: Gurjan BWR
  • Boards: HDF
  • Laminates: 0.8 mm range

Typical reference: Box from ~₹1,250/sft, frame from ~₹700/sft (for modular units, varies by design).

2. Standard Range

Best for end‑users who want stronger moisture resistance and branded laminates at a sensible price.

  • Ply: Gurjan BWP / Century BWR
  • Boards: HDHMR
  • Laminates & hardware: Virgo 1 mm laminates with Zipco hardware

Typical reference: Box from ~₹1,450/sft, frame from ~₹800/sft.

3. Premium Range

For long‑term homes where you want branded cores and mid‑to‑high range finishes.

  • Ply: Century Sainik 710 range
  • Boards: Action Tesa HDHMR
  • Laminates & hardware: Laminates below ~₹1,800/sheet with Ebco hardware

Typical reference: Box from ~₹1,650/sft, frame from ~₹950/sft.

4. Luxury Range

Our top‑end specification for clients who want the very best.

  • Ply: Century Club Prime
  • Boards: Action Tesa Boilo / premium HDHMR
  • Laminates & hardware: Laminates below ~₹2,500/sheet with Hettich/Ebco hardware

Typical reference: Box from ~₹1,850/sft, frame from ~₹1,100/sft.

Turnkey Quality Ranges at a Glance

RangePlyBoardsLaminatesBox (per sft)Frame (per sft)
CoreGurjan BWRHDF0.8 mm~₹1,250~₹700
StandardGurjan BWP / Century BWRHDHMRVirgo 1 mm~₹1,450~₹800
PremiumCentury Sainik 710Action Tesa HDHMRBelow ~₹1,800/sheet~₹1,650~₹950
LuxuryCentury Club PrimeAction Tesa BoiloBelow ~₹2,500/sheet~₹1,850~₹1,100

Indicative references only; final budget depends on exact design, scope and site conditions.

B. Only Execution (Labour + Supervision)

Choose this when you already have designs or want to handle materials separately, while using Esteem for professional execution.

What Is Covered in "Only Execution"

Modular execution labour (per sft):

Work TypeRate (per sft)
Box labour + Modular Finish from ~₹350/sft
Frame labour + Modular Finishfrom ~₹250/sft
Panelling + Modular Finishfrom ~₹200/sft

Billed as Separate Line Items

  • 3D design charges (if required)
  • 2D designs and working‑drawing changes
  • Transport and logistics
  • Site supervision (typically from ₹20,000 for woodwork + glass up to around ₹40,000 when it includes electrical, paints, tiles, etc.)
  • Materials (if supplied by Esteem instead of client)
  • Colour and finish selection support

This model lets you mix our execution strength with your own design or material vendors, while still benefiting from our structured supervision.

What Happens in an Esteem Design Session?

Step 1. Meet Your Designer

You share your floor plan, basic measurements and inspiration images. At our first meeting (online or at the Esteem office), your designer understands your lifestyle, storage needs, budget range and preferred style for each room.

Step 2. Material Walkthrough at Our Office

Instead of a big experience centre, we walk you through real samples in our office. We explain the difference between Core, Standard, Premium and Luxury specifications — plywood grades, laminates, hardware and finishes — so you clearly see what fits your budget and expectation.

Step 3. Personalised 3D Designs & Working Drawings

Based on your brief and preferred quality range, we create Pinterest‑style moodboards, 3D views and 2D working drawings. You can review and refine layouts, electrical points, false ceiling details, wardrobes and kitchen designs until you are fully satisfied.

Step 4. Get a Clear, Itemised Quote

Once the design is frozen, we prepare a transparent proposal:

  • Option 1: Turnkey – Design + materials + execution with your chosen quality range (Core / Standard / Premium / Luxury).
  • Option 2: Only Execution – Labour and supervision with separate line items for design, transport, materials and colour selection.

This 4‑step process gives you complete clarity on both design and budget before you commit, making your 2BHK, 3BHK or villa project stress‑free and fully traceable from first meeting to final handover.

Ready to get started? Use our Price Calculator for an instant estimate, or book a free consultation to speak with our design team today.