In Kerala (2025), interior design costs vary widely depending on what you want, where you’re located, and how involved the work is. Typically, for a full home interior—including furniture, carpentry, lighting, fixtures, finishes—prices range from about ₹ 800 to ₹ 2,500+ per sq ft: the lower end for basic finishes and minimal customization, the higher for premium materials, bespoke work, and designer touches. For a 2BHK, you might spend ₹ 5-12 lakh, for a 3BHK about ₹ 7-18 lakh+, depending how luxurious you go.
When choosing the right interior design firm, there are a few key things to watch out for. First, examine their portfolio to ensure their previous work matches the aesthetic, scale, and quality you want, and that they’ve handled Kerala-specific challenges like humidity, monsoon, and termite impact. Second, get clarity on cost breakdowns—how much is materials, labour, the designer’s fee, and what’s included (supervision, rendering, warranty?). Third, understand their fee structure: whether it’s a percent of the project, per square foot, fixed fee, or hourly, so there are no surprises. Fourth, check their timeline and project management process: how long until completion, how they source materials, how they handle delays or changes. Lastly, communication matters: you’ll want a designer who listens to your preferences, offers clear visualizations (2D/3D), keeps you updated, and is transparent about what happens if things change.