You've asked for three quotes to renovate your apartment, and the figures are worlds apart. One contractor gives you a number, an interior design studio gives you another, and the third comes with so many asterisks you can't work out how much you'll actually pay.
Most renovation quotes aren't comparable, because each one covers different services. Before asking for yet another quote, it's worth understanding exactly what's included and how much you'll pay. That's what this article sets out to show: what a turnkey renovation project at Atelier Renata Santos Machado actually costs.
What Is a Turnkey Renovation Project Like at Atelier Renata Santos Machado?
A full turnkey interior design project at Atelier Renata Santos Machado, in Lisbon, aims to transform a property into a fully resolved home.
The studio is responsible for developing the concept, structuring the project, selecting solutions, coordinating suppliers, and overseeing execution through to final installation, ensuring consistency between design, budget, timeline and quality.
The client takes part in every essential decision, but doesn't need to take on the operational management of the project. There's no need to spend time and energy coordinating teams, purchases, orders, logistics, installation or unforeseen issues. And throughout the project, there's always a single point of contact at the Atelier.
Entrance hall of a renovation project in Lisbon, where lighting, materials and decorative details are integrated into the overall interior design concept.
What a Renovation Project Includes and Excludes at Atelier Renata Santos Machado
So, how much does it actually cost to renovate an apartment or house in Lisbon? Before answering that question, it's important to understand what's included:
- Diagnosis and briefing
- Creative design
- Technical design
- Execution design
- Full procurement
It doesn't include architectural design, specialist engineering projects, or technical site management and execution of the works. It also doesn't include the Atelier's specialised services, such as art curation, site management, moving services, home organisation or arranging essential utilities, all of which can be hired separately.
Throughout the process, the Atelier oversees the implementation of the project through periodic site visits, making sure the defined solutions are being correctly executed and resolving any adjustments that may arise.
The Cost of Renovating a Property in Lisbon at Atelier Renata Santos Machado
At Atelier Renata Santos Machado, there's no fixed price for renovating an apartment or house. As you'd expect, every proposal is tailored to the space, the level of intervention and the client's needs.
That said, as a point of reference, projects typically range between 60,000€ and 300,000€. The client receives the home ready to move into.
Entrance hall in a Lisbon renovation project, where lighting, materials and decorative elements are planned as part of the overall interior design concept.
Complementary Services for the Turnkey Project
There is also a set of services available to clients who have gone ahead with the Turnkey Project and want the Atelier's support beyond the project itself, in areas such as art curation, site management, moving services, home organisation or arranging essential utilities.
Each of these services has its own separate cost.
How to Avoid Surprises in Your Lisbon Renovation Budget
The best way to avoid surprises is to define the level of intervention before requesting any quote, and to insist that each proposal clearly details exactly what's included and what isn't. Two proposals can only be compared when they answer the same question.
Atelier Renata Santos Machado develops apartment and house renovation projects in Lisbon, Sintra, Cascais, Comporta, Óbidos and across the country. Get in touch to understand the right level of investment for your space.
Frequently Asked Questions — Renovation Budget in Lisbon
How much does it cost to renovate an apartment in Lisbon?
It depends on the level of intervention, the size of the space, the format chosen and the materials. As a reference, a turnkey renovation project at the Atelier can cost between 60,000€ and 300,000€.
Can I hire additional site visits during the works?
Yes. For clients who feel they need the Atelier to be more present alongside the contractors, there are standalone services for additional visits or closer monthly management, separate from the contracted project.
How long does a renovation take?
The execution timeline for a turnkey project usually ranges from 2 to 24 months, depending on the size and complexity of the intervention.
What's included in the price of a turnkey renovation project?
The price covers the diagnosis and briefing, the creative design, the technical design, the execution design and the full procurement of the specified solutions. It doesn't include architectural design, specialist engineering projects, or technical site management and execution of the works.
Why is the price range so wide?
Because the final figure depends above all on the level of intervention and on procurement: the materials, equipment and furniture specified for the project. Two homes of the same size can have very different budgets depending on the level of personalisation chosen.
Can I request a personalised quote before moving forward?
Yes. An initial consultation, in person or online, makes it possible to align on the level of intervention, the space and expectations, and to get a more precise reference figure.
Does the Atelier renovate properties outside Lisbon?
Yes, the Atelier works regularly in Cascais, Sintra, Comporta, Alentejo, the Algarve, and other areas.
