One of the first questions I hear from clients is: «how much will it cost?». The honest answer: it depends — but it can be calculated before you sign any contract. In this article I break down the price of an interior design into its components, so you know what you’re really paying for and how to compare quotes in Łódź.
What determines the price of an interior design
The price of an interior design isn’t a single number — it’s the result of three variables: the apartment’s floor area, the scope of work (whether you need just a functional layout or full contractor documentation) and the level of 3D visualizations. The more decisions you make at the design stage — instead of on the construction site — the more work the documentation requires, but the fewer surprises await you during the renovation.
How much does an interior design cost in Łódź — market ranges
To give you a reference point, here are the approximate market rates in Łódź and the surrounding area (2026). These are prices you’ll find across different studios — the actual quote always depends on the scope:
Example: how much will a 50 m² apartment cost?
The easiest way to understand the range is a concrete example. For a 50 m² apartment, at market rates:
- Concept scope: 50 m² × ~80–160 zł = approx. 4,000–8,000 zł
- Full design with documentation: 50 m² × ~160–320 zł = approx. 8,000–16,000 zł
These are market ranges, not a fixed price list — which is why, instead of naming a figure «blind», I prepare an individual quote once I know the floor area and scope. The difference between a concept and a full design is above all the technical documentation — what your contractor gets in hand so they don’t have to guess where the electrical or plumbing installations should go.
A good design isn’t an extra cost — it’s how you avoid overpaying during the renovation.
Angelina Stefańska, Stefańska Design
Technical documentation — the contractor’s foundation and real control over renovation costs
What else affects the final cost
Beyond the scope of the design, the final price can be affected by:
- The number and complexity of rooms — a kitchen and bathroom require more work than a bedroom
- The number of changes and iterations during the design
- Travel outside Łódź — a site visit in another city
- The scope of realization support and the number of on-site visits
How to choose the right scope for your budget
A concept design alone makes sense if you already have a trusted contractor and mainly need a functional layout and visualizations to «see» the result. A full design with documentation is the choice for most people buying a new-build apartment — the documentation protects you against contractor errors. A design with realization support I recommend if you’re renovating remotely, investing in rentals at a larger scale, or want control over every stage without being on site yourself.
Want to know the exact cost of your design? Request a free quote — after a short conversation about the floor area and scope, I’ll give you a concrete figure, with no obligations.
