Doing a 3BHK interior design under ₹5 lakhs in or near New Delhi is tough but not impossible if you keep the scope tight and make smart trade-offs. Here’s what that might look like + realistic expectations + tips to stay in budget.
🎯 What to Expect if Budget Is ₹5 Lakhs for 3BHK
Based on recent data, most 3BHK interior design costs in Delhi are between ₹14-20+ lakhs when you include full finishes, furniture, modular kitchens etc. (Livspace India)
So doing it under ₹5 lakhs means you’ll need to significantly scale down.
Here’s what you can typically cover under ₹5 lakhs:
| Inclusions likely | Exclusions / Cuts needed |
|---|---|
| Basic carpentry (simple wardrobes, basic kitchen cabinets) | Premium finishes, imported materials, luxury furniture |
| Basic lighting fixtures & ceiling work in common areas | Fancy false ceilings, specialty lighting, elaborate décor |
| Paint & simple wall finishes | Designer wallpapers, textured panels etc. |
| Essential furniture (budget sofa, beds) | Designer or custom furniture, very high-end brands |
| Minimal decor & accessories | Large budget for soft furnishing & décor |
✔ Possible Strategy to Stay Under ₹5 Lakhs
To make it work, here are strategies:
- Prioritize key areas
Focus most of the budget on kitchen + wardrobes + living room. Other rooms can be more basic. - Use modular or off-the-shelf furniture rather than full custom carpentry.
Modular kits are cheaper and quicker. - Choose budget-friendly finishes
Laminate/MDF instead of solid wood, standard tile finishes, local paints instead of imported ones. - Reduce scope
Skip non-essential items: fancy ceilings, heavy decorative panels, expensive lighting. - DIY / phased execution
Do some parts yourself or delay non-urgent work. Do furniture / decor in phases. - Source smart
Use local vendors, clearance sales, second-hand or refurbished furniture for some items.
⚠ Why ₹5 Lakhs Often Isn’t Enough for Full 3BHK
- Labour & basic materials alone for 3 large rooms + kitchen + wardrobes often push the cost up.
- Delhi labour, material and brand overheads are high.
- Designer fees + supervision, transportation, installation costs add up.
✅ What the Data Says
- “3 BHK Interior Design Cost in Delhi: A Complete Guide” (InteriorAtoZ) mentions a basic 3BHK starts at about ₹9-10 lakhs in Delhi even for essential modular work, wardrobes etc. (Gurgaon Interior Designers)
- YFDecor also reports typical 3BHK costs in Delhi are ₹14-20 lakhs for moderate to good finishes. (YF Decor)
- NoBroker data shows 3BHK interior packages are usually much higher than ₹5 lakhs. (NoBroker)
If you want, I can draft a minimal-scope 3BHK plan with line-by-line cost breakdown aimed to stay under ₹5 lakhs (Delhi area) — it’ll show exactly what you can include / what to drop. Do you want me to build that for you?