The True Cost of a Sydney Office Fitout: What to Expect

Office Fitouts
March 6, 2025

The cost of an office fitout can vary based on a range of factors. As a business, you will want to know what to expect so you can plan accordingly and integrate the costs into your planning. At Vestra in Sydney, we have been delivering custom fitouts for a wide range of clients for many years so we have a great deal of experience in determining costs and helping our clients to understand and manage them. Read our guide then get in touch to ask for a free quote from our skilled team.

How Much Does an Office Fitout Cost?

The answer to the question ‘how much does an office fitout cost?’ will depend on whether you want an entry-level, mid-level or high-level fitout. A basic fitout will cost much less than one that includes a wider range of facilities and components. It will also be determined by the size of the space, the quality of the finishes and any structural changes that need to be made to the space. To get the most accurate estimate, you’ll need to talk to your fitout supplier and work out the specific details.

How Much Does a Make Good Cost?

If you are leaving an office space and need to ‘make good’, then the cost for make good will depend on what was agreed to in the original lease document. This can vary from having no make good required at all through to a complete strip out and reinstatement to the original base building as it was when built – this can be costly especially if you have made structural changes with your fitout such as interconnecting staircases between floors.

How Can I Be Sure I Am Getting Value for Money with an Office Fitout?

There’s a couple of questions you can ask to understand if you’re getting value for money. Firstly, does the fitout function well and does it meet your immediate business needs? Secondly, does the build quality indicate that it will last for many years, without the need for lots of repairs or maintenance? If the answer to both these questions is ‘yes’, then your office fitout is probably offering you good value for money if the price seems fair and within your budget.

How Can I Be Assured My Fitout Partner Is Giving Value for Money?

A good fitout partner should have plenty of reliable positive reviews and solid credentials such as membership of accredited industry bodies or construction qualifications. They will also be upfront and transparent about pricing, with a clear cost structure that is easy to understand.

What You Need to Know About Office Fitout Costs

When planning your office fitout, think about the size of the space, the complexity of the design and your choice of materials. All of these factors will contribute to office fitout costs.

How Office Fitout Prices Are Determined

A commercial office fitout estimate takes into account labour hours, materials, design and the size of the space. If a fitout is going to take longer because a space is large, then the price is likely to be higher. Likewise, if a fitout design is particularly complex, that will also increase the total price. Work with your fitout partner, who will be able to give you an accurate idea of the cost.

Plan Your Fitout

Carefully plan your fitout and take all the above factors into account. You can contact the team at Vestra for advice and guidance, and get a comprehensive, accurate quote.

Contact Vestra online today for a complete consultation on your commercial office fitout. You can call us today on 02 8310 9922.

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