Poonamallee · Home Renovation Interior Designers
Home Renovation Interior Designers in Poonamallee
Poonamallee has many older houses built by families decades ago, now being updated for a new generation. Renovating these homes means working around cement lofts, ageing wiring and sometimes a family that is still living in the house, so the designer must plan the sequence carefully.
Typical budget
2BHK in Poonamallee
- 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
Elixir's renovation designers in Poonamallee help families upgrade older independent houses and flats, starting with a site audit and clear decisions on what to keep, repair or replace. Interiors for a typical 2BHK cost approximately ₹2.1L – ₹3.9L in Basic, pre-GST, with civil and electrical work quoted separately after inspection. Begin with a free consultation with a designer.
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
West Chennai · PIN 600056
Planning interiors in Poonamallee
A western gateway suburb on the Bengaluru highway with plotted developments, independent houses and new apartment projects.
- Older Poonamallee houses often have cement lofts and built-in shelves that can be reused with new shutters, which saves both material and demolition time.
- Wiring in older independent houses may not support modern lighting loads, so an electrical check is usually the first step before any false ceiling.
- Low moisture risk in this area means water damage is less common than in north Chennai, but bathroom-adjacent walls should still be checked before cabinets are fixed.
- Many families renovate one floor at a time while living on the other, which keeps disruption manageable in a two-storey house.
Our work
Homes we've designed near Poonamallee
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Use the carpet area from your sale agreement, not super built-up.
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.
Plan smarter
Five ways to keep your budget on track
- 01
Insist on a site audit
Ask the designer to inspect wiring, plumbing and walls before giving you a quote, so surprises are found early.
- 02
Decide reuse versus replace upfront
List which lofts, platforms and doors are sound enough to keep, and lock those decisions before demolition starts.
- 03
Upgrade electricals before carpentry
Add new points and circuits first, as moving them after wardrobes are fixed is costly and messy.
- 04
Plan for dust control
Agree on sealing off rooms and daily clean-up if you are living in the house during the renovation.
- 05
Check wall levels for tall units
Older walls may be uneven, so confirm levels before tall wardrobes or panels are produced.
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.
Where does a renovation start?
With a site audit. The designer checks wiring, plumbing, walls and existing storage, then proposes what to keep and what to replace before quoting.
Can old cement lofts be reused?
Often yes. If they are structurally sound, they can be refitted with new shutters, which lowers both cost and demolition work.
What will my renovation cost?
Interiors for a typical Poonamallee 2BHK cost approximately ₹2.1L – ₹3.9L in Basic, pre-GST. Civil, electrical and plumbing work is assessed separately after the audit.
Can we stay in the house during work?
Yes, in many cases. We plan the work room by room or floor by floor and agree on dust control so the family can stay.
Should I change the design after demolition?
It is best avoided. Changes after demolition usually add cost and delay, so we finalise drawings before any breaking starts.
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