Aminjikarai · Home Renovation Interior Designers
Home Renovation Interior Designers in Aminjikarai
Renovation is the everyday reality in Aminjikarai, where a large share of homes are resale flats in blocks that have seen a few owners. The work usually starts by undoing someone else's choices: a loft that sags, a kitchen platform at the wrong height, a wardrobe built around an old AC. A careful renovation plan sorts these out before money goes into new finishes.
Typical budget
2BHK in Aminjikarai
- Basic₹2.1L – ₹3.9L
≈ ₹220/sq ft – ₹410/sq ft
- Popular herePremium₹2.5L – ₹4.7L
≈ ₹260/sq ft – ₹490/sq ft
- Ultra Premium₹2.9L – ₹5.5L
≈ ₹310/sq ft – ₹570/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
Elixir helps Aminjikarai homeowners renovate resale and long-held flats with a site audit first, honest reuse-or-replace calls on old cupboards and kitchens, and coordinated plumbing, electrical and damp repairs. For a typical 2BHK, the interior scope is approximately ₹2.5L – ₹4.7L in Premium, the most chosen package, pre-GST, with repairs quoted after the audit. Book a free consultation.
Our approach
How we handle home renovation interior projects
What we plan for
- Site audit before design
- Reuse versus replace decisions
- Civil, electrical, and plumbing coordination
- Phased execution for occupied homes
What drives the cost
- Demolition and repair scope
- Condition of existing services
- Custom carpentry replacement
- Flooring, ceiling, and wall finish changes
Materials we recommend
- Inspect moisture damage before cabinet planning
- Upgrade electrical points before final carpentry
- Choose repairable finishes for older homes
- Confirm wall levels before paneling or tall storage
Mistakes to avoid
- Quoting renovation without a site audit
- Hiding old service issues behind new finishes
- Changing design after demolition begins
- Underestimating dust control and family disruption
Central Chennai · PIN 600029
Planning interiors in Aminjikarai
A central residential pocket between Anna Nagar and Chetpet, with older apartment blocks and newer mid-rise developments.
- Previous owners' carpentry varies widely in quality, so the first task is a unit-by-unit check of what is dry, square and worth refitting with new shutters.
- Seepage around bathroom walls and under kitchen sinks is a common find in older Aminjikarai blocks, and it has to be repaired before new carcasses go in.
- Wiring added piecemeal by different owners often leaves loose extension points and overloaded circuits, so a consolidated electrical plan is usually needed.
- Because the studio is close by, quick follow-up visits during demolition make it easier to adjust the plan when hidden issues turn up.
Our work
Homes we've designed near Aminjikarai
Real Elixir homes in Chennai. Every project is measured, designed, produced and installed by our team.
Anna Nagar Chennai · 1450 sq ft · 6 weeks
Nungambakkam Chennai · 1800 sq ft · 6 weeks
T Nagar Chennai · 1200 sq ft · 6 weeks
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Every home is different. A 20-minute conversation with one of our designers usually narrows the range a lot, and often finds savings you wouldn't spot on your own. It's free and there's no obligation.
Before & after
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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.
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Adjust the home size, package and scope. Numbers update instantly using the same rate card as this page.
Use the carpet area from your sale agreement, not super built-up.
Your approximate estimate
₹2.5L – ₹4.7L
≈ ₹260/sq ft – ₹490/sq ft of carpet area · pre-GST
- Living room₹28K – ₹52K
- Modular kitchen₹60K – ₹1.1L
- Bedroom (wardrobe, bed, side units) × 2₹1.3L – ₹2.4L
- Bathroom vanity & storage × 2₹11K – ₹21K
- 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.
Plan smarter
Five ways to keep your budget on track
- 01
Get the audit in writing
Ask for a list of what will be removed, repaired or reused, with reasons, before agreeing the design and estimate.
- 02
Repair before you build
Finish waterproofing, plumbing and electrical fixes before carpentry starts, so new units are not damaged or cut into later.
- 03
Consolidate the wiring
Replace scattered extension boards with properly placed points; plan them around the new furniture layout, not the old one.
- 04
Freeze the design before demolition
Agree the layout and finishes first. Changing plans after removal begins adds cost and pushes the schedule.
- 05
Plan dust and noise for neighbours
Older blocks share walls and stairwells. Agree work hours and debris removal with the association to avoid friction.
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.
Priya & Arvind
4BHK in Anna Nagar, Chennai.
"Small space, big impact. Every corner feels intentional. It's deeply personal."
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FAQ
Questions homeowners ask
Still unsure? Our designers are happy to answer anything on a call.
How is a renovation quote different from a new-flat quote?
The carpentry is priced similarly, but renovation adds dismantling, repairs and service upgrades. These are listed separately after a site audit so you can see exactly what you are paying for.
What does a 2BHK renovation cost in Aminjikarai?
The interior portion is approximately ₹2.1L – ₹3.9L in Basic, ₹2.5L – ₹4.7L in Premium and ₹2.9L – ₹5.5L in Ultra Premium, pre-GST, with repairs added based on the audit.
Can old wardrobes be refitted instead of replaced?
Where the carcass is dry and square, new shutters and fittings can give it a second life. Damp, warped or weak units are better replaced.
Can we live in the flat during renovation?
It is possible with room-by-room work and dust screens, though kitchen and demolition days are disruptive. Some families stay with relatives for those days.
What if more damage is found after demolition?
The designer shows you the issue, explains repair options and their cost, and waits for your decision before continuing in that area.
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