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Office design projects usually come in one of two forms: a full base-building design for a new office structure, or an interior fit-out inside an existing shell, such as a rented floor. The fit-out route is far more common and follows a different process and timeline than ground-up design.

Our Process

  1. Space Audit and Brief (about 1 week): Headcount, department adjacencies, growth plan.

  2. Space Planning and Layout Concepts (1–2 weeks).

  3. Design Development (2–3 weeks): Furniture, lighting, and brand integration.

  4. Approvals: If any structural changes are needed, timeline varies.

  5. Execution (6–14 weeks): Civil work, electrical, furniture installation and branding elements, depending on floor size.

  6. Handover and Post-Occupancy Adjustments.

Recent Work

Office fit-out projects have ranged from a single floor of around 2,000 to 3,000 sq ft for a smaller team to larger multi-floor offices. Typical execution timelines run 2 to 4 months for a straightforward fit-out on an existing shell, longer where structural changes or a new base-building design are involved.

Pricing: Architectural design for offices runs 6–12% of construction cost; interior design for commercial/office space runs ₹1,200–3,500/sq ft of carpet area. Final pricing depends on site conditions, material selection and project scope — request a detailed quote.

What is Arkose's process for designing an office space, from first meeting to move-in?

Arkose starts by understanding your business needs, brand identity and budget, then moves through space planning, interior detailing (furniture, lighting, finishes), and full project management through to completion, so the same team stays accountable from concept to handover.

How long does a typical office design and fit-out project take?

Most office projects run from a few months to about a year, depending on the size of the space and how much design development, construction and finishing work is involved. Arkose agrees a project timeline with you before work begins.

Does Arkose handle building code compliance and permit approvals for office projects?

Yes. Arkose has extensive experience navigating local regulatory requirements and building codes for commercial spaces, and manages the approvals and permits needed to keep the project compliant.

Can Arkose design our office interiors around our brand, not just the layout?

Yes. Beyond space planning, Arkose handles interior detailing including furniture selection, lighting design, color schemes and finishes, tailored to reflect your company's brand and how your team actually works.

How does Arkose keep an office project on budget?

Arkose works with transparent, itemized pricing and reviews cost implications with you before major decisions are made, so budget adherence is tracked throughout the project rather than surfacing as surprises at the end.