Wondering how much your renovation will cost? We break down Hong Kong renovation costs by flat size — from 300 sq ft nano-flats to 1,000 sq ft family homes.

Hong Kong Renovation Cost Breakdown

Budget planning is the number-one concern for homeowners embarking on a renovation. This guide provides detailed cost breakdowns by flat size and renovation scope.

What Goes Into Renovation Costs

1. Design Fees

Basic design consultation: Free to HK$5,000
Full design with construction drawings: HK$10,000–30,000
Premium interior design: HK$30,000–80,000+

2. Construction Costs

This is the largest component:

Demolition & debris removal: HK$5,000–20,000
Plumbing & electrical: HK$15,000–40,000
Wet trades (tiling, plastering): HK$20,000–60,000
Carpentry & joinery: HK$30,000–100,000+
Painting: HK$8,000–25,000
Sanitary ware installation: HK$10,000–30,000

3. Materials

Materials typically account for 30–40% of the total budget, including tiles, timber, paint, hardware, and sanitary fixtures.

Cost by Flat Size

300 sq ft

Basic: HK$120,000–180,000
Mid-range: HK$180,000–280,000
High-end: HK$280,000+

500 sq ft

Basic: HK$200,000–300,000
Mid-range: HK$300,000–500,000
High-end: HK$500,000+

700 sq ft

Basic: HK$280,000–420,000
Mid-range: HK$420,000–700,000
High-end: HK$700,000+

1,000 sq ft

Basic: HK$400,000–600,000
Mid-range: HK$600,000–1,000,000
High-end: HK$1,000,000+

Smart Ways to Save

Use a matching platform — Get multiple competitive quotes through Decoration2
Phase your renovation — Complete essentials first, upgrades later
Choose value materials — Mid-range options often offer the best price-performance
Minimize layout changes — Moving walls is expensive; work with what you have
Source fittings yourself — Buy lights, handles, and accessories directly

Payment Schedule

A typical renovation payment plan looks like this:

Contract signing: 30–40% deposit
After plumbing/tiling: 30%
After carpentry: 20%
After inspection: 10–20% final payment

Important: Never pay the full amount upfront. Stage payments protect your interests.

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How Much Does Renovation Cost in Hong Kong? Full Budget Breakdown by Flat Size