Shopping for interior design packages London studios offer can feel like reading another language. E-design, full service, turnkey — with prices from £175 to £20,000. This guide explains the main package types, what each one really costs, what is included, and how to choose the right one for your flat or house.
A bright modern living room — the kind of result a good design package delivers — Photo: Jarosław Ceborski, via Wikimedia Commons
Table of Contents
- 1. What a Design Package Actually Is
- 2. E-Design Packages (£175–£800)
- 3. Per-Room Packages (£300–£1,500)
- 4. Full-Service Packages (£800–£3,500+)
- 5. Hourly and Consultation Packages (£50–£150 an Hour)
- 6. Turnkey Packages (One Contract, Finished Home)
- 7. What Is Usually Included
- 8. What Is Usually NOT Included
- 9. How to Compare Quotes Like with Like
- 10. Which Package Suits You
- FAQs
- Final Thoughts
1. What a Design Package Actually Is
An elegant London sitting room — a design package plans every detail you see — Photo: Daderot, via Wikimedia Commons
A design package is a fixed bundle of design work sold for one price. Instead of paying by the hour with no end in sight, you know exactly what you get and what it costs. Most London studios sell them per room, so you can start with one room and add more later.
Packages exist because hourly billing scared buyers off. A clear package — say, a design-only room scheme for £640 — removes the fear of an open-ended bill. Always read the inclusions list: two packages at the same price can cover very different amounts of work.
2. E-Design Packages (£175–£800)
A small flat living room — e-design packages are made for spaces like this — Photo: Lo, via Wikimedia Commons
E-design happens fully online: video calls, mood boards and 3D visuals by email, plus a shopping list with links. Design my Space sells rooms from £175, House Designer from £499, and most London e-design lands between £300 and £800 a room. You measure up and do the buying yourself.
This suits confident DIY-ers and renters who want a professional plan without anyone visiting. Our guide to affordable interior designers in London lists the best online services. E-design is poor value for kitchens and bathrooms, which need technical drawings and trades on site.
3. Per-Room Packages (£300–£1,500)
A classic sitting room — per-room packages plan one space at fixed price — Photo: Michael D Beckwith, via Wikimedia Commons
Per-room packages are the classic London product: one fixed fee covers everything for a single room. Design-only schemes run £300 to £1,500 according to designfor-me.com, with a Richmond studio charging from £640 for a standard room. You get a concept, layout, colour scheme and shopping list.
This is the sweet spot for most flats — one living room or bedroom, fully planned, with no hourly meter running. Kitchens and bathrooms cost more (from £880 at the same studio) because they need elevations and technical layouts. Start with the room you use most.
4. Full-Service Packages (£800–£3,500+)
A dramatic designer dining room — full service covers planning and procurement — Photo: Mike Duchstein, via Wikimedia Commons
Full service means the designer does not just plan — they buy, chase deliveries and coordinate trades. Expect £800 to £3,500 per room for standard rooms, more for kitchens and bathrooms. Several rooms together typically run £3,000 to £10,000, based on 2026 London pricing guides.
Choose this if you are time-poor or managing a renovation. The designer handles procurement — sourcing, ordering and checking every item — which is where most DIY projects stall. Furniture and building work are always extra; the fee covers the thinking and the running of the job.
5. Hourly and Consultation Packages (£50–£150 an Hour)
A Victorian living room — hourly consults suit tricky period properties — Photo: Jorge Royan, via Wikimedia Commons
Many London designers sell time by the hour, usually £50 to £150. A two-hour consultation (£100–£300) buys expert eyes on your layout, colours and furniture plan. It is the cheapest way to test a designer before committing, and ideal for one stuck room.
Hourly suits small, well-defined jobs — a colour scheme, a layout problem, a second opinion on architect plans. Agree the number of hours in writing first. Open-ended hourly billing is how small jobs quietly become expensive, so cap it.
6. Turnkey Packages (One Contract, Finished Home)
A finished luxury bathroom — turnkey packages deliver the whole project — Photo: Basile Morin, via Wikimedia Commons
Turnkey means one firm designs, builds and furnishes — you turn the key on a finished home. The package typically covers concept, technical drawings, construction, bespoke joinery, procurement and final styling, all under a single contract with one project director.
This is the premium end: full-home projects in London often run £5,000 to £20,000+ in design fees alone, with building work on top. It suits overseas buyers, investors and busy professionals. One contract means one firm is accountable for everything — genuine peace of mind.
7. What Is Usually Included
A finished sitting room — most packages include layout, colours and a shopping list — Photo: Kevin Stroup, via Wikimedia Commons
Most packages include a consultation, mood board, floor plan with furniture layout, colour and material selections, and a shopping list. Mid-tier packages add 3D visuals, lighting plans and a set number of revisions. Trade discounts of up to 10% are a common perk, notes Houzz.
Check the details before you buy: how many revisions, whether samples and swatches are included, and how long post-design support lasts. If you love the styling side, our gallery wall guide pairs well with any package. Get the inclusions in writing — verbal promises evaporate.
8. What Is Usually NOT Included
A real lived-in flat — furniture, materials and trades are always separate budgets — Photo: Corey Taratuta, via Wikimedia Commons
The design fee never covers furniture, materials or building work — those are separate budgets. Trades like electricians and plumbers are always extra, and notifiable electrical work in kitchens and bathrooms falls under Part P of the Building Regulations, so budget for registered tradespeople.
Also excluded unless stated: project management, ordering as your agent, furniture storage, and installation-day styling. Commission is another grey area — some designers earn commission on furniture they specify. Ask directly whether they do, and whether it affects their recommendations.
9. How to Compare Quotes Like with Like
Comparing like with like — check inclusions, not just headline prices — Photo: Corey Taratuta, via Wikimedia Commons
Never compare headline prices alone. Line up three quotes and check the same things: what is included, how many revisions, whether 3D visuals and technical drawings are in, who does the buying, and what happens if you dislike the first concept. A £600 package with one revision is not cheaper than a £900 one with unlimited changes.
Ask every studio the same five questions: what exactly is included, what is excluded, how long will it take, what are the payment stages, and can I see a recent project like mine. Written answers only. The studio that answers clearly is usually the one that delivers clearly too.
10. Which Package Suits You
A Georgian drawing room — match the package to your project, not your postcode — Photo: Michael D Beckwith, via Wikimedia Commons
Renting or on a tight budget? E-design (£175–£800) gives you a professional plan to execute yourself. One room to transform? A per-room package (£300–£1,500). Time-poor or renovating? Full service (£800–£3,500+). Buying from abroad or gutting a flat? Turnkey.
Still unsure? Start with an hourly consultation (£50–£150) and let the designer recommend the right tier. Before you brief anyone, read our guide to choosing living room furniture — knowing your own taste first makes every package cheaper to use.
FAQs
How much do interior design packages in London cost?
E-design runs £175–£800 per room, design-only packages £300–£1,500, full service £800–£3,500+, and hourly consults £50–£150. Furniture and building work are always extra.
What does an interior design package include?
Usually a consultation, mood board, floor plan, colour scheme and shopping list. Better packages add 3D visuals, lighting plans and a set number of revisions.
Are online design packages worth it?
Yes, for single rooms if you will do the legwork — you get a professional plan for a fraction of in-person prices. They do not suit structural renovations.
What is a turnkey interior design package?
One firm handles everything from concept to finished home under a single contract — design, building work, furniture and styling. Premium price, minimum hassle.
Do I pay for furniture on top of the package?
Yes. The package covers design work only. Furniture, materials and trades are always separate budgets — confirm this in writing before you pay.
How do I choose between packages?
Match the package to your project: e-design for simple rooms, per-room for one space, full service for renovations, turnkey for whole homes. Compare inclusions in writing.
Final Thoughts
Interior design packages in London range from £175 e-design rooms to £20,000+ full-home services — and the right one depends on your project, not your postcode. Compare what is included, not just the price, and get everything in writing. Start small with one room if you are unsure. The cheapest package is the one you only buy once.
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The East Bedroom at Harewood House — designers love period detail — Photo: Michael D Beckwith, via Wikimedia Commons
A sitting room with fireplace — classic schemes never date — Photo: Wilfredor, via Wikimedia Commons
A Victorian living room — period homes reward the right package — Photo: Jorge Royan, via Wikimedia Commons
A canopy bedroom — the turnkey end of the market — Photo: Basile Morin, via Wikimedia Commons
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