FIT-OUT AND REFURBISH BUDGETARY COST

TYPES OF INDUSTRY

COSTS PER CONSTRUCTION FLOOR AREA (LOW – HIGH) (PHP/SQM)

     Office Fit-Out

₱35,000–₱95,000/sqm

     Office Refurbishment

₱45,000–₱110,000/sqm

     Hotel Guest Room Refurbish

₱50,000–₱135,000/sqm

     Hotel Main Lobby Refurbish

₱70,000–₱180,000/sqm

     Hotel Restaurant Refurbish

₱60,000–₱150,000/sqm

     Condo/Residential Room Refurbish

₱30,000–₱90,000/sqm

The stated rates are budgetary estimates only and are intended for preliminary planning. Actual fit-out or refurbishment costs depend on the existing condition of the property, demolition requirements, approved design, material specifications, building regulations, working-hour restrictions, access, location, project duration and required building services. A detailed site inspection, plans, specifications and scope of work are required before a formal quotation can be issued.

INCLUSIONS:

The budgetary rates may include the following, subject to the agreed scope:

  • Project preliminaries, supervision, temporary protection and normal mobilization
  • Minor dismantling, demolition and disposal for refurbishment work
  • Floor, wall and ceiling finishes
  • Painting and decorative finishing works
  • Internal partitions, doors and standard hardware
  • Built-in cabinetry, counters and timber fitments
  • Standard sanitary fixtures and bathroom accessories
  • Standard bathroom and internal glazing
  • Basic electrical outlets, switches and general lighting
  • Minor plumbing, air-conditioning and fire-protection modifications required by the new layout
  • Installation of owner-approved decorative lights, curtains and blinds when specifically included
  • Testing, cleaning and turnover of the completed work

EXCLUSIONS:

Unless specifically included in the written proposal, the rates exclude:

  • Loose furniture and movable furnishings
  • Appliances and operating equipment
  • Hotel bedding, linens, tableware and operating supplies
  • Computers, servers, printers and office equipment
  • CCTV, Wi-Fi, data networks, audio-visual systems and access-control equipment
  • Supply of specialist or decorative lighting fixtures
  • Commercial kitchen equipment, cold rooms and kitchen exhaust flues
  • Major replacement of air-conditioning, electrical, plumbing or fire-protection systems
  • Structural alterations, strengthening and modification of load-bearing elements
  • Major waterproofing repairs, concealed leaks, termite damage, mold or hidden defects
  • Asbestos or hazardous-material removal
  • Imported specialty finishes, artworks, signage and branding installations
  • Professional design, engineering, project-management and consultancy fees
  • Permits, clearances, government charges, utility fees and applicable taxes
  • After-hours work, accelerated schedules and special building-access requirements
  • Cost increases resulting from design changes, delayed approvals or unavailable materials

2026 Fit-Out and Refurbishment Budgetary Cost Guide – Cebu and Nearby Areas
Last updated July 2026. Rates are expressed in Philippine pesos per square meter of affected floor area and may change without prior notice due to fluctuations in materials, labor, fuel, transportation and market conditions. Final pricing is subject to site inspection, approved plans, specifications and a clearly defined scope of work.