Interior Design Budget Planning: What to Expect in Lagos

# Interior Design Budget Planning: What to Expect in Lagos

Transforming your Lagos property through professional interior design is an investment that enhances both lifestyle and property value. However, understanding costs and budgeting effectively is crucial for a successful project. This guide breaks down interior design pricing in Lagos across different service levels and room types.

## Interior Design Service Models

### 1. Consultation Only

**What's Included**:

- Initial home visit (1-2 hours)

- Design recommendations and advice

- Color palette suggestions

- Space planning ideas

- Shopping recommendations

**Cost**: ₦100,000 - ₦300,000 per session

**Best For**: DIY-inclined clients needing expert guidance, budget-conscious homeowners, single-room projects

### 2. Design Plans Only

**What's Included**:

- Site measurement and assessment

- Space planning and layout

- 3D renderings

- Material and furniture specifications

- Shopping list with sources

**Cost**: ₦500,000 - ₦1.5 million per room

**Best For**: Clients handling procurement and installation themselves, renovation projects, working with contractors

### 3. Full-Service Design

**What's Included**:

- Everything in Design Plans

- Furniture and material procurement

- Project management

- Contractor coordination

- Installation supervision

- Styling and final touches

**Cost**: 15-30% of total project cost (furniture + materials + installation)

**Best For**: Busy professionals, complete home transformations, clients wanting turnkey solutions

### 4. Virtual Design Services

**What's Included**:

- Online consultations

- Digital mood boards

- Product recommendations with links

- Installation guidance

**Cost**: ₦200,000 - ₦500,000 per room

**Best For**: Tech-savvy clients, budget-conscious projects, simple makeovers

## Cost Breakdown by Room Type

### Living Room (Standard 25-30 sqm)

**Budget-Friendly** (₦2-4 million):

- Furniture: ₦1.5-2.5M (sofa, coffee table, side tables, TV unit)

- Lighting: ₦200-400K

- Décor: ₦300-500K

- Paint/wallpaper: ₦200-300K

**Mid-Range** (₦5-8 million):

- Furniture: ₦3-5M (premium locally made pieces)

- Lighting: ₦500-800K (statement fixtures)

- Décor: ₦600-1M (art, rugs, accessories)

- Paint/wallpaper: ₦300-500K

- Window treatments: ₦400-700K

**Luxury** (₦10-20+ million):

- Furniture: ₦6-12M (imported designer pieces)

- Lighting: ₦1-2M (chandeliers, custom fixtures)

- Décor: ₦1.5-3M (original art, luxury accessories)

- Wall finishes: ₦500-1M (specialty wallpaper, wall panels)

- Window treatments: ₦800-1.5M (custom motorized)

- Built-ins: ₦2-3M (custom shelving, entertainment units)

### Master Bedroom (20-25 sqm)

**Budget-Friendly** (₦1.5-3 million):

- Bed and mattress: ₦600-1M

- Wardrobe: ₦400-800K

- Bedside tables: ₦150-300K

- Lighting: ₦150-300K

- Bedding and décor: ₦200-400K

**Mid-Range** (₦4-7 million):

- Bed and premium mattress: ₦1.5-2.5M

- Custom wardrobes: ₦1-1.5M

- Bedside tables and dresser: ₦400-700K

- Lighting: ₦300-600K

- Luxury bedding and décor: ₦500-800K

- Rugs: ₦300-500K

**Luxury** (₦8-15+ million):

- Designer bed and luxury mattress: ₦2.5-5M

- Walk-in closet custom build: ₦2-4M

- Luxury furniture: ₦1-2M

- Statement lighting: ₦600-1.2M

- Premium bedding and décor: ₦1-1.5M

- Rugs and window treatments: ₦800-1.5M

### Kitchen (15-20 sqm)

**Budget-Friendly** (₦3-5 million):

- Cabinets (MDF): ₦1.5-2.5M

- Countertops (laminate): ₦400-700K

- Appliances (mid-range): ₦800-1.2M

- Backsplash and flooring: ₦300-600K

**Mid-Range** (₦6-10 million):

- Cabinets (solid wood): ₦2.5-4M

- Countertops (quartz/granite): ₦800-1.5M

- Appliances (premium brands): ₦1.5-2.5M

- Backsplash, flooring, lighting: ₦1-2M

**Luxury** (₦12-25+ million):

- Custom cabinets (imported): ₦5-10M

- Premium countertops (marble/exotic stone): ₦1.5-3M

- High-end appliances (Sub-Zero, Wolf): ₦3-6M

- Luxury finishes and fixtures: ₦2-4M

- Smart home integration: ₦500-2M

### Bathroom (8-10 sqm)

**Budget-Friendly** (₦1-2 million):

- Fixtures (toilet, sink, shower): ₦400-700K

- Tiles and waterproofing: ₦300-600K

- Vanity: ₦200-400K

- Accessories: ₦100-300K

**Mid-Range** (₦2.5-5 million):

- Premium fixtures: ₦800-1.5M

- High-quality tiles and stone: ₦600-1.2M

- Custom vanity with storage: ₦500-900K

- Lighting and mirrors: ₦300-600K

- Accessories: ₦300-600K

**Luxury** (₦6-15+ million):

- Designer fixtures (Kohler, Duravit): ₦2-4M

- Marble or exotic stone: ₦1.5-3M

- Custom vanities and storage: ₦1-2M

- Statement lighting: ₦500-1M

- Smart features (heated floors, smart toilets): ₦1-2M

- Premium accessories: ₦500-1M

## Additional Cost Factors

### Labor Costs

**Painters**: ₦150-300 per sqm (walls)

**Tilers**: ₦2,000-5,000 per sqm

**Carpenters**: ₦5,000-15,000 per day (skilled)

**Electricians**: ₦5,000-12,000 per day

**Plumbers**: ₦5,000-12,000 per day

### Project Management

If not using full-service design:

- Project oversight: ₦200,000-500,000 per room

- Contractor coordination: ₦300,000-800,000 (whole project)

### Delivery and Installation

- Lagos Mainland: ₦20,000-50,000 per room

- Lagos Island/Lekki: ₦30,000-80,000 per room

- Large furniture assembly: ₦10,000-30,000 per piece

### Unexpected Costs (Add 10-20% Buffer)

- Hidden structural issues

- Material wastage

- Design changes mid-project

- Delivery delays requiring re-ordering

- Price fluctuations (especially imported items)

## Full House Design Budgets

### 2-Bedroom Apartment (Total: ₦6-22 million)

**Budget**: ₦6-10 million

- Living room: ₦2-3M

- Master bedroom: ₦1.5-2.5M

- Second bedroom: ₦1-1.5M

- Kitchen: ₦1-2M

- Bathroom: ₦500-1M

**Mid-Range**: ₦10-15 million

- Living room: ₦5-6M

- Master bedroom: ₦3-4M

- Second bedroom: ₦2-2.5M

- Kitchen: ₦3-4M

- Bathroom: ₦1.5-2M

**Luxury**: ₦15-22+ million

- Living room: ₦8-10M

- Master bedroom: ₦5-6M

- Second bedroom: ₦3-4M

- Kitchen: ₦6-8M

- Bathroom: ₦3-4M

### 4-Bedroom House (Total: ₦15-50 million)

**Budget**: ₦15-25 million

**Mid-Range**: ₦25-40 million

**Luxury**: ₦40-50+ million

## Ways to Maximize Your Budget

### 1. Prioritize High-Impact Areas

Focus on:

- Living room (most visible)

- Master bedroom (personal sanctuary)

- Kitchen (functionality matters)

### 2. Mix Price Points

- Invest in statement pieces (sofa, bed, dining table)

- Use budget items for accessories

- Source locally for some items, import others

### 3. Phase Your Project

- Year 1: Living areas and master bedroom

- Year 2: Additional bedrooms

- Year 3: Outdoor spaces and upgrades

### 4. Shop Smart

- Compare prices across suppliers

- Wait for sales and promotions

- Consider gently used designer pieces

- Support local artisans for unique pieces at better prices

### 5. DIY Where Possible

- Painting

- Simple installations

- Styling and accessorizing

- Sourcing décor items

## Payment Structures

### Typical Designer Fee Breakdown

- Initial consultation/deposit: 10-20%

- Design concepts approval: 20-30%

- Procurement begins: 30-40%

- Installation phase: 20-30%

- Project completion: 10-20%

### Material/Furniture Payment

- Deposit on order: 50-70%

- Balance on delivery: 30-50%

## Lagos Shopping Destinations

### High-End Furniture

- **Hubmart**: Imported designer furniture

- **Citilux**: Contemporary furniture and décor

- **Lifemate Furniture**: Premium local and imported pieces

### Mid-Range Options

- **SPAR Home**: Good quality, reasonable prices

- **Dynasty Furniture**: Wide range, competitive pricing

- **Market Square**: Various styles and budgets

### Budget-Friendly

- **Ikeja Market Furniture Stores**: Negotiable prices, custom options

- **Surulere Furniture District**: Locally made, affordable

- **Online Marketplaces**: Jiji, Jumia (compare prices)

### Specialty Items

- **Artisan Markets**: Lekki Art Market, Nike Art Gallery (art, crafts)

- **Fabric/Textile Stores**: Balogun Market, Yaba Market (upholstery, curtains)

- **Lighting Specialists**: Various shops on Adeniran Ogunsanya, Surulere

## Timeline Expectations

### Consultation to Design Completion

- Initial consultations: 1-2 weeks

- Design development: 2-4 weeks

- Client revisions: 1-2 weeks

- Final approval: 1 week

**Total**: 5-9 weeks

### Procurement to Installation

- Local furniture: 2-6 weeks

- Imported items: 8-16 weeks

- Custom pieces: 6-12 weeks

- Installation: 1-3 weeks

**Total**: 11-31 weeks (3-8 months)

### Full Project Timeline

Small apartment: 3-5 months

Large house: 6-12 months

## Working with AuraHT Interior Design

### Our Approach

- Detailed needs assessment and lifestyle analysis

- Transparent pricing with detailed breakdowns

- Collaboration with Nigerian and international suppliers

- Project management ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery

- Blend of Afrocentric design with modern sophistication

### Why Choose Professional Design

- **ROI**: Property value increase of 5-15%

- **Expertise**: Avoiding costly mistakes

- **Access**: Designer discounts and exclusive sources

- **Time**: Faster project completion

- **Quality**: Professional results reflecting your vision

## Conclusion

Interior design in Lagos ranges from budget-friendly makeovers to luxurious transformations. By understanding costs, planning effectively, and working with experienced designers, you can create beautiful, functional spaces that enhance your lifestyle and property value without exceeding your budget.

**Ready to transform your Lagos home? Contact AuraHT Interior Design for a complimentary consultation and personalized quote. We'll help you create the home of your dreams within your budget.**