Selaiyur · Chennai
Interior design cost in Selaiyur
Selaiyur is where many families east of Tambaram build their own house on a family plot or buy into a villa layout rather than settle for a smaller flat closer to the city. That changes the cost conversation: the interior budget often shares space with construction bills, so knowing what each package covers before the slab and ceiling work is finished saves real money.
Approximate cost
Typical 2BHK in Selaiyur, ~925 sq ft
- Popular hereBasic₹2.1L – ₹3.9L
≈ ₹230/sq ft – ₹430/sq ft
- Premium₹2.5L – ₹4.7L
≈ ₹280/sq ft – ₹520/sq ft
- Ultra Premium₹2.9L – ₹5.5L
≈ ₹320/sq ft – ₹600/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
A typical Selaiyur 2BHK of about 925 sq ft costs approximately ₹2.1L – ₹3.9L in Basic, ₹2.5L – ₹4.7L in Premium and ₹2.9L – ₹5.5L in Ultra Premium, before GST. A 3BHK of 1100–1450 sq ft sits near ₹3.1L – ₹5.8L in Basic and up to ₹4.4L – ₹8.2L in Ultra Premium. Final figures depend on scope and finishes, so a free consultation with an Elixir designer is the right next step.
At a glance
Approximate full-home cost for common Selaiyur home sizes
Estimates from our calculator rate card: pre-GST and subject to change. Tap a row to open that guide.
| Home | Basic | Premium | Ultra Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2BHK · 800–1050 sq ft | ₹2.1L – ₹3.9L | ₹2.5L – ₹4.7L | ₹2.9L – ₹5.5L |
| 3BHK · 1100–1450 sq ft | ₹3.1L – ₹5.8L | ₹3.8L – ₹7L | ₹4.4L – ₹8.2L |
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Your approximate estimate
₹2.1L – ₹3.9L
≈ ₹230/sq ft – ₹430/sq ft of carpet area · pre-GST
- Living room₹23K – ₹43K
- Modular kitchen₹50K – ₹93K
- Bedroom (wardrobe, bed, side units) × 2₹1.1L – ₹2L
- Bathroom vanity & storage × 2₹9K – ₹17K
- Dining & crockery₹19K – ₹35K
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: Typical 2BHK in Selaiyur, ~925 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 | ₹23K – ₹43K | ₹28K – ₹52K | ₹33K – ₹61K |
| Modular kitchen | ₹50K – ₹93K | ₹60K – ₹1.1L | ₹70K – ₹1.3L |
| Bedroom (wardrobe, bed, side units)× 2 | ₹1.1L – ₹2L | ₹1.3L – ₹2.4L | ₹1.5L – ₹2.8L |
| Bathroom vanity & storage× 2 | ₹9K – ₹17K | ₹11K – ₹21K | ₹13K – ₹24K |
| Dining & crockery | ₹19K – ₹35K | ₹22K – ₹42K | ₹26K – ₹49K |
| Total (approx.) | ₹2.1L – ₹3.9L | ₹2.5L – ₹4.7L | ₹2.9L – ₹5.5L |
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Planning interiors in Selaiyur
A residential suburb east of Tambaram with independent homes, villa layouts and new apartments.
- A large share of Selaiyur homes are owner-built independent houses, so interior drawings that arrive before plastering let electricians place conduits and switchboards where the wardrobes and kitchen will actually go.
- Room sizes in self-built houses rarely follow builder standards, which is why the 2BHK row above covers a wide 800–1050 sq ft band and why a measured quote matters more here than a per-sq-ft guess.
- Basic with BWP plywood is the package most Selaiyur families pick; it handles medium monsoon humidity well and leaves room in the budget for sumps, compound walls and other construction extras.
- Homes close to busy roads such as Camp Road collect fine dust through the year, so closed storage and fewer open display shelves keep cleaning manageable.
- Selaiyur is about 45 minutes from the Koyambedu studio, and many families turn the material selection visit into a weekend outing so parents and children can all weigh in on finishes.
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 Selaiyur budgets
Ordered by what tends to matter most for Selaiyur homes.
New home vs renovation
Renovations add dismantling, repairs and repainting, which aren't in new-home estimates.
Our work
Homes we've designed near Selaiyur
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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
Freeze interiors before the ceiling
If your house is still under construction, finalise kitchen, wardrobe and TV-wall positions before false ceiling and electrical work so lights and points line up with the furniture.
- 02
Keep a finish record
Ask the designer to note laminate codes, handle profiles and edge colours in the handover file so any room you add upstairs later can be matched exactly.
- 03
Ring-fence the interior figure
Write the interior budget down as its own line so overruns on civil work do not quietly eat into the kitchen and wardrobe money.
- 04
Spend on hinges and channels first
In a Basic package, branded hardware from partners such as Hettich matters more for daily life than a premium laminate on a shutter you rarely open.
- 05
Bring your contractor's drawings
Carry the electrical and plumbing layouts from your contractor to the first meeting; it shortens the design stage and avoids re-drilling finished walls.
Happy homes
2,500+ Chennai families have moved in with Elixir
Since 2013, we've designed and built homes across Chennai, backed by a 12-year woodwork warranty and after-care from the same team.
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4BHK in Anna Nagar, Chennai.
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FAQ
Common cost questions
Still unsure? Our designers are happy to answer anything on a call.
When should I call a designer if my Selaiyur house is still being built?
Ideally once the walls are up and before electrical conduits and the ceiling are done. That way switch positions, light points and plumbing outlets are matched to the kitchen and wardrobe layout instead of being moved later.
Why is there such a gap between Basic and Ultra Premium for a 2BHK?
Basic at ₹2.1L – ₹3.9L uses durable laminates and standard hardware, while Ultra Premium at ₹2.9L – ₹5.5L adds richer shutter finishes, more accessories and detailed paneling. Carpet area and how many rooms get carpentry also move the figure within each band.
Is BWP plywood worth paying for in Selaiyur?
For kitchens, walls next to bathrooms and ground-floor rooms, yes. Selaiyur has medium moisture risk and BWP resists swelling in the monsoon. Your designer can point out dry rooms where a standard grade is enough.
Do these prices include loose furniture?
No. The ranges cover fitted carpentry such as the kitchen, wardrobes and TV unit. Sofas, beds, mattresses and dining sets are budgeted separately.
Are the Selaiyur figures inclusive of GST?
No. All figures here are approximate and pre-GST. The detailed quote after measurement shows GST separately along with a room-wise breakdown.
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