Adyar · 3BHK
3BHK interior cost in Adyar
A 3BHK in Adyar usually houses a family with more than one rhythm: parents working, children studying, sometimes grandparents at home through the day. Pricing one well means deciding how each of the three bedrooms is used, then letting the budget follow that use rather than spreading it evenly.
Approximate cost
3BHK in Adyar, ~1650 sq ft
- Basic₹3.1L – ₹5.8L
≈ ₹190/sq ft – ₹360/sq ft
- Popular herePremium₹3.8L – ₹7L
≈ ₹230/sq ft – ₹430/sq ft
- Ultra Premium₹4.4L – ₹8.2L
≈ ₹270/sq ft – ₹500/sq ft
Estimates only, pre-GST and subject to change. Every price on this page comes from the same rate card as our calculator (updated 28 October 2026), so they all update together. Your designer confirms the final figure after a free site visit.
Quick answer
For a 3BHK of about 1650 sq ft in Adyar, full interiors cost approximately ₹3.1L – ₹5.8L in Basic, ₹3.8L – ₹7L in Premium and ₹4.4L – ₹8.2L in Ultra Premium, excluding GST. Kitchen plus wardrobes alone runs about ₹2.4L – ₹4.6L in Basic. The number of wardrobes, ceiling work and finish level decide where you land, so talk to an Elixir designer in a free consultation.
At a glance
3BHK in Adyar: approximate cost by scope
Estimates from our calculator rate card: pre-GST and subject to change. Tap a row to open that guide.
| Scope | Basic | Premium | Ultra Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full home | ₹3.1L – ₹5.8L | ₹3.8L – ₹7L | ₹4.4L – ₹8.2L |
| Kitchen + wardrobes | ₹2.4L – ₹4.6L | ₹2.9L – ₹5.5L | ₹3.4L – ₹6.4L |
| Modular kitchen only | ₹69K – ₹1.3L | ₹83K – ₹1.5L | ₹97K – ₹1.8L |
| Bedrooms & wardrobes | ₹1.7L – ₹3.3L | ₹2.1L – ₹3.9L | ₹2.4L – ₹4.6L |
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Your approximate estimate
₹3.8L – ₹7L
≈ ₹230/sq ft – ₹430/sq ft of carpet area · pre-GST
- Living room₹43K – ₹81K
- Modular kitchen₹83K – ₹1.5L
- Bedroom (wardrobe, bed, side units) × 3₹2.1L – ₹3.9L
- Bathroom vanity & storage × 3₹17K – ₹31K
- Dining & crockery₹22K – ₹42K
A rough guide only. Layout, finishes, hardware and site conditions can move the final number in either direction, and a designer can usually find ways to fit your budget.
Where the money goes
Room-by-room breakdown
For: 3BHK in Adyar, ~1650 sq ft. Bedrooms include wardrobes, a bed and side units; kitchens include base, wall and tall units with hardware.
Share of a Premium budget.
| Room | Basic | Premium | Ultra Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living room | ₹36K – ₹67K | ₹43K – ₹81K | ₹50K – ₹94K |
| Modular kitchen | ₹69K – ₹1.3L | ₹83K – ₹1.5L | ₹97K – ₹1.8L |
| Bedroom (wardrobe, bed, side units)× 3 | ₹1.7L – ₹3.3L | ₹2.1L – ₹3.9L | ₹2.4L – ₹4.6L |
| Bathroom vanity & storage× 3 | ₹14K – ₹26K | ₹17K – ₹31K | ₹19K – ₹37K |
| Dining & crockery | ₹19K – ₹35K | ₹22K – ₹42K | ₹26K – ₹49K |
| Total (approx.) | ₹3.1L – ₹5.8L | ₹3.8L – ₹7L | ₹4.4L – ₹8.2L |
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Planning interiors in Adyar
A mature, sought-after south Chennai neighbourhood near the Adyar estuary, with premium apartments, older villas and a strong academic community.
- With three bedrooms there are three or more wardrobe runs, and every board edge is a place where humid estuary air can creep in. Asking for fully edge-banded, sealed carcasses across all units matters more here than in a smaller home.
- Carpet areas of around 1400–1900 sq ft leave space for a separate utility or pooja corner, which many Adyar families want built in and which should be planned in the first drawing rather than added later.
- Newer Adyar towers often have the third bedroom sized for a child or a study, while older 3BHK flats tend to have more evenly sized rooms with deeper window ledges and older electrical layouts.
- Families here often prefer quiet wood-and-white schemes in common areas, which keeps the Premium package popular since it allows better laminates and hardware without heavy feature walls.
Estimates cover design, modular carpentry, installation and a 12-year woodwork warranty. Civil, electrical, painting, appliances and countertops are usually quoted separately. See full inclusions & specifications
Why quotes differ
What matters most for Adyar budgets
Ordered by what tends to matter most for Adyar homes.
Hardware & accessories
Soft-close hinges, tandem drawers, corner units and pull-outs are where daily convenience and cost both live.
New home vs renovation
Renovations add dismantling, repairs and repainting, which aren't in new-home estimates.
Our work
Homes we've designed near Adyar
Real Elixir homes in Chennai. Every project is measured, designed, produced and installed by our team.
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Before & after
A better version of your home
Drag the slider to see what a well-planned interior does to the same room. Premium finishes and smart storage, planned around how you live.
Plan smarter
Five ways to keep your budget on track
- 01
Rank the three bedrooms by use
The master and a teenager's room usually need the most storage. A guest or parents' room can use simpler finishes without feeling like an afterthought.
- 02
Plan linen and laundry storage
A 3BHK holds a lot of bedding and towels. A tall linen unit near the utility or in a passage often saves wardrobe space in every bedroom.
- 03
Coordinate wood tones across connected rooms
Living, dining and passage areas are seen together. Choosing one or two wood tones for all of them looks calmer than a different finish in each zone.
- 04
Fix furniture positions before lighting
Decide bed, sofa and dining positions first so ceiling lights, fans and switches land where they are actually needed.
- 05
Keep the pooja unit in the first plan
Adding a pooja unit after the living-room carpentry is done usually means compromising on size or position.
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FAQ
Common cost questions
Still unsure? Our designers are happy to answer anything on a call.
How many wardrobes does a typical 3BHK need?
Usually one per bedroom, with lofts, plus storage for linen or a utility. Some families add a second wardrobe in the master bedroom. The designer counts this during the site measurement.
Can the third bedroom be both a study and a guest room?
Yes. A study table along one wall with a sofa-cum-bed or a wall bed keeps it usable for both. Storage for files and books can go into overhead units.
Where does most of a 3BHK budget go?
Wardrobes and the modular kitchen take the largest share, followed by the TV unit, ceilings and lighting. The scope table on this page shows how kitchen and wardrobes compare to a full-home quote.
Is Premium worth it over Basic for a 3BHK?
For many Adyar families it is, because Premium improves hardware and shutter finishes on units used every day. Basic still works well for rooms with lighter use.
Do you design child-safe interiors?
Yes. Rounded edges, soft-close fittings and sturdy, easy-clean surfaces can be specified in children's rooms and common areas.
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