Nungambakkam · Home Renovation Interior Designers
Home Renovation Interior Designers in Nungambakkam
Renovating in Nungambakkam often means working inside a building with history: thick walls, tall ceilings, solid wood joinery and electrical systems designed for a few fans and bulbs. Elixir's renovation designers begin by recording what the home already has, then decide with you what to restore, what to replace and how to bring services up to modern loads.
Typical budget
3BHK in Nungambakkam
- Basic₹3.1L – ₹5.8L
≈ ₹180/sq ft – ₹330/sq ft
- Premium₹3.8L – ₹7L
≈ ₹210/sq ft – ₹390/sq ft
- Popular hereUltra Premium₹4.4L – ₹8.2L
≈ ₹250/sq ft – ₹460/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's renovation designers in Nungambakkam help owners of heritage residences and older apartments modernise interiors while keeping features worth saving, starting with an audit of wiring, plumbing and walls. For a typical 3BHK, interiors cost approximately ₹3.1L – ₹5.8L in Basic to ₹4.4L – ₹8.2L in Ultra Premium, pre-GST, with repairs quoted after inspection. 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 600034
Planning interiors in Nungambakkam
A central, high-value address mixing heritage residences, embassy-belt apartments and compact luxury towers close to the city's commercial core.
- Heritage residences in the locality often have solid teak doors, window frames and stone or mosaic floors that can be restored, which shifts part of the budget from replacement to refinishing.
- Layered lighting, air conditioning in every room and modern kitchens need far more electrical capacity than older buildings were built for, so rewiring usually precedes carpentry.
- Limited lift sizes and narrow staircases in older blocks affect how materials come in and how debris goes out, and these logistics need planning with the building.
- Owners often stay in part of the home during work, so the renovation is sequenced to keep at least one bedroom and the kitchen usable where possible.
Our work
Homes we've designed near Nungambakkam
Real Elixir homes in Chennai. Every project is measured, designed, produced and installed by our team.
Nungambakkam Chennai · 1800 sq ft · 6 weeks
T Nagar Chennai · 1200 sq ft · 6 weeks
Anna Nagar Chennai · 1450 sq ft · 6 weeks
Talk to a real designer
Numbers are a starting point. A designer gets you the real one.
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
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.
Try it yourself
Estimate your own home
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
₹4.4L – ₹8.2L
≈ ₹250/sq ft – ₹460/sq ft of carpet area · pre-GST
- Living room₹50K – ₹94K
- Modular kitchen₹97K – ₹1.8L
- Bedroom (wardrobe, bed, side units) × 3₹2.4L – ₹4.6L
- Bathroom vanity & storage × 3₹19K – ₹37K
- Dining & crockery₹26K – ₹49K
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
Photograph and list existing features
Before any work, record doors, floors, ceiling details and fittings so everyone agrees on what must be protected.
- 02
Have the electrical load assessed
Ask for a load check against your planned lighting and appliances. Upgrading the supply after carpentry is costly.
- 03
Book lift and debris slots in advance
Older buildings often allow limited lift use. Scheduling around it keeps the project moving and neighbours on side.
- 04
Restore old wood by specialists
Teak doors and frames need careful stripping and polishing. Treat this as a separate task from new modular work.
- 05
Talk openly about unknowns
Walls in old homes can hide surprises. Agree upfront how newly discovered repairs will be discussed and approved.
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."
Materials & hardware partners
FAQ
Questions homeowners ask
Still unsure? Our designers are happy to answer anything on a call.
Can old teak doors and windows be kept?
Often, yes. Solid wood joinery can usually be repaired and repolished, and the designer plans new interiors to match their tone.
Is rewiring always needed in older Nungambakkam homes?
Not always, but it is common when adding layered lighting and air conditioning. The site audit checks condition and capacity before any recommendation.
Can stone or mosaic floors stay during renovation?
Yes, with protection during work. Keeping them often adds character and avoids the cost and disruption of new flooring.
Do I need to move out during renovation?
Not necessarily. Work can be phased so part of the home stays usable, though major electrical or kitchen work may be easier with a short move.
How are repair costs shown in the estimate?
Repairs and restoration are listed separately from new carpentry, so you can see exactly what each part costs before approving.
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