
Renovation Cost Calculator Dubai 2026
Instant AED planning ranges for 18 renovation categories — including villa, apartment, kitchen and bathroom renovation. Select your project, size and finish for a company planning range before a measured written quotation.
✍️ Checked by Jamshed Ahmed (author checked: 23 October 2026) · ✅ Expert reviewed by Nayab Zahra (reviewed: 23 October 2026)
🛠️ Dubai Renovation Cost Calculator — Get Your Estimate
Planning estimate only, not a fixed quotation. Confirm measurements, products, access, hidden repairs, approvals and VAT in the written scope.
How to use this free calculator: choose your project, size and finish, enter the relevant measured area if known, then select only applicable add-ons and calculate your AED planning range. Pilates uses measured interior area and separate reserve/VAT controls; other categories keep their own scope and complexity options. Your estimate appears without a contact form or booking. A measured written quotation follows a site assessment and agreed scope.
Planning a Pilates studio? Select Pilates Studio Fit-Out below, or review the Pilates service-page planning calculator and premises planning guide.
Select only the add-ons relevant to your chosen project. Check the agreed base scope before combining separate estimates.
Renovation Cost Calculator — Methodology
What is included in the estimate
| Included | Typical notes | Not included (common extras) |
|---|---|---|
| Materials and labor | Standard procurement bands for selected finish level | Premium brand upgrades beyond selected finish |
| Site supervision and project coordination | Planning-level PM allocation included | Urgent fast-track schedules and night work |
| Basic demolition and surface preparation | Within the chosen scope and category norms | Hidden MEP repairs discovered after opening walls |
| Scope and complexity adjustments | Existing categories use scope chips and complexity percentages; Pilates uses its selected interior scope plus a separate reserve and optional VAT | Major structural redesign beyond selected complexity band |
| Area scaling when SQM is entered | Legacy services use capped area scaling; wrapping uses visible face area; Rental Ready uses a scope lane; Pilates uses measured interior area × its selected published band | Unusual geometry, double height, difficult access |
Planning examples from this calculator
These examples show how to read a renovation cost estimate in Dubai. They are company planning allowances, not fixed quotations or market averages. Swipe the table sideways on a small screen.
| Project | Inputs used | Result (AED) | Budget separately / confirm |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 BR apartment | Standard finish; no exact area or add-ons; same layout | 72,000–90,000 | VAT, reserve, approvals, hidden repairs and specification changes |
| Medium villa (4–5 BR) | Standard finish; no exact area or add-ons; same layout | 121,500–151,875 | VAT, reserve, approvals, external works and hidden repairs |
| Standard kitchen / medium table band | Standard finish; no exact area or add-ons; same layout | 32,400–40,500 | VAT, reserve, approvals and changes to measured scope |
| Kitchen Wrapping | 12 fronts / assumed 5.4 m²; premium architectural film; sound, stable fronts; no add-ons | 962–1,518 | VAT, repairs, extra panels, preparation and exact film specification |
| Pilates studio interior | Suitable existing premises; Standard studio interior; 100 m²; reserve 0%; VAT excluded | 85,000–125,000 | Equipment, rent, approvals, deposits and excluded specialist work |
Planning examples generated with this calculator on 23 October 2026. The first three examples use size bands rather than measured floor area; they are not per-square-metre rates. Results change with relevant inputs. A site assessment and agreed written scope are needed for a quotation.
First See Then Pay — in simple steps
| Step | What you receive | Why it protects you |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Upload photos | Initial scope clarification and feasibility check | Reduces surprises before a site visit |
| 2. Free 3D preview | 3D visuals plus written scope for approval | See the outcome before paying any advance |
| 3. Quotation and schedule | Site-verified quotation aligned to approved scope | Price matches the scope you approved |
Dubai Renovation Price Ranges 2026 (AED)
Company calculator examples below use the current pricing adjustment, no optional scope chips, no extra complexity and no custom area. AC examples use 1.5 ton. These are indicative allowances, not market-wide prices or fixed quotations. Apartment figures are modelled examples by size and finish tier; the apartment service page shows broader project ranges. Compare the same area and scope. Confirm measurements, VAT, approval fees, deposits and exclusions in writing. For broader budgeting context, read our apartment renovation cost guide or villa renovation cost guide; this calculator remains the interactive estimate tool. For rates by trade and quotation line items, read our villa renovation quote breakdown.
🧘 Pilates Studio Fit-Out
| Interior scope | Allowance (AED/m²) | 100 m² base example (AED) |
|---|---|---|
| Focused refresh | 600–850 | 60,000–85,000 |
| Standard studio interior | 850–1,250 | 85,000–125,000 |
| Detailed studio interior | 1,250–1,850 | 125,000–185,000 |
Suitable existing premises, 40–500 m². Base interior allowances exclude reserve and VAT. At 100 m², Standard studio interior with a 10% reserve and applicable 5% VAT gives AED 98,175–144,375. Equipment, rent, operations, approvals and deposits are separate; specialist premises need assessment. Review service scope and pricing or read the premises planning guide.
🏡 Villa Renovation
| Size | Economy | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small Villa (2–3 BR) | 58,500 – 73,125 | 85,500 – 106,875 | 126,000 – 157,500 |
| Medium Villa (4–5 BR) | 85,500 – 106,875 | 121,500 – 151,875 | 180,000 – 225,000 |
| Large Mansion (6+ BR) | 126,000 – 157,500 | 180,000 – 225,000 | 270,000 – 337,500 |
🏢 Apartment Renovation
| Size | Economy | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio or 1 BR | 31,500 – 39,375 | 49,500 – 61,875 | 72,000 – 90,000 |
| 2 BR Apartment | 49,500 – 61,875 | 72,000 – 90,000 | 108,000 – 135,000 |
| 3 BR or Penthouse | 72,000 – 90,000 | 108,000 – 135,000 | 162,000 – 202,500 |
🍳 Kitchen Renovation
| Size | Economy | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small Kitchen | 16,200 – 20,250 | 23,400 – 29,250 | 34,200 – 42,750 |
| Medium Kitchen | 23,400 – 29,250 | 32,400 – 40,500 | 46,800 – 58,500 |
| Large Kitchen | 34,200 – 42,750 | 46,800 – 58,500 | 67,500 – 84,375 |
🛁 Bathroom Renovation
| Type | Economy | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guest Washroom | 7,200 – 9,000 | 12,600 – 15,750 | 19,800 – 24,750 |
| Standard Bathroom | 10,800 – 13,500 | 18,000 – 22,500 | 27,000 – 33,750 |
| Master Ensuite | 14,400 – 18,000 | 22,500 – 28,125 | 34,200 – 42,750 |
💼 Office Fit Out
| Size | Economy | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small Office (under 100 SQM) | 40,500 – 50,625 | 58,500 – 73,125 | 85,500 – 106,875 |
| Medium Office (100–300 SQM) | 58,500 – 73,125 | 85,500 – 106,875 | 130,500 – 163,125 |
| Corporate Office (300+ SQM) | 85,500 – 106,875 | 130,500 – 163,125 | 198,000 – 247,500 |
🏊 Swimming Pool Renovation
| Size | Economy | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plunge Pool | 22,500 – 28,125 | 36,000 – 45,000 | 58,500 – 73,125 |
| Family Pool | 36,000 – 45,000 | 58,500 – 73,125 | 85,500 – 106,875 |
| Large or Infinity Pool | 58,500 – 73,125 | 85,500 – 106,875 | 135,000 – 168,750 |
🌴 Landscaping and Garden
| Size | Economy | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small Garden | 18,000 – 22,500 | 31,500 – 39,375 | 49,500 – 61,875 |
| Standard Garden | 31,500 – 39,375 | 49,500 – 61,875 | 76,500 – 95,625 |
| Large Estate | 49,500 – 61,875 | 76,500 – 95,625 | 117,000 – 146,250 |
🎨 Painting Only
| Size | Economy | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio or 1 BR | 3,600 – 4,500 | 6,750 – 8,438 | 10,800 – 13,500 |
| 2 BR or Small Villa | 6,750 – 8,438 | 10,800 – 13,500 | 16,200 – 20,250 |
| Large Villa | 10,800 – 13,500 | 16,200 – 20,250 | 23,400 – 29,250 |
🪵 Flooring & Tiling
| Size | Economy | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single Room | 7,200 – 9,000 | 12,600 – 15,750 | 19,800 – 24,750 |
| Ground Floor | 12,600 – 15,750 | 19,800 – 24,750 | 28,800 – 36,000 |
| Full House | 19,800 – 24,750 | 28,800 – 36,000 | 40,500 – 50,625 |
❄️ AC Installation and Ducting
Base planning bands. Routing, ceiling access, and duct sealing can shift pricing.
| Scale | Installation Only | AC and Ducting |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Unit or Single Zone | 306 – 383 | 4,050 – 5,063 |
| 2 to 3 Units | 765 – 957 | 9,450 – 11,813 |
| 4+ Units or Full Floor | 1,530 – 1,913 | 17,100 – 21,375 |
🏚️ Basement Renovation
Waterproofing is the critical cost driver in Dubai due to local water table conditions. Always budget for it.
| Size | Economy | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 SQM) | 45,000 – 56,250 | 64,800 – 81,000 | 94,500 – 118,125 |
| Medium (50–100 SQM) | 64,800 – 81,000 | 94,500 – 118,125 | 139,500 – 174,375 |
| Large (100+ SQM) | 94,500 – 118,125 | 139,500 – 174,375 | 202,500 – 253,125 |
💥 Demolition Services
Prices include labor and standard disposal. Structural wall removal and MEP capping are significant cost adders.
| Scope | Basic Clearance | Full Strip with Disposal | Specialist with Protection |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single Room or Partial | 5,400 – 6,750 | 8,100 – 10,125 | 11,700 – 14,625 |
| Apartment or Full Floor | 11,700 – 14,625 | 18,000 – 22,500 | 27,000 – 33,750 |
| Full Villa Strip Out | 21,600 – 27,000 | 32,400 – 40,500 | 48,600 – 60,750 |
🪣 Microcement and Microtopping
A thin-layer seamless surface finish for walls and floors. Multi-layer system and sealing are essential in Dubai’s climate.
| Area | Economy | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single Room | 8,100 – 10,125 | 14,400 – 18,000 | 22,500 – 28,125 |
| Multi-Room | 14,400 – 18,000 | 22,500 – 28,125 | 34,200 – 42,750 |
| Full Apartment or Villa | 22,500 – 28,125 | 34,200 – 42,750 | 52,200 – 65,250 |
🧩 Micro Renovation
Targeted refresh without full demolition. Cabinet resprays, new fixtures, feature walls, and light upgrades.
| Property | Economy | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio or 1 BR | 11,700 – 14,625 | 18,000 – 22,500 | 27,000 – 33,750 |
| 2 BR Apartment | 18,000 – 22,500 | 27,000 – 33,750 | 41,400 – 51,750 |
| 3 BR or Villa | 27,000 – 33,750 | 41,400 – 51,750 | 61,200 – 76,500 |
🤖 Smart Home Renovation
Ranges vary significantly by brand tier. KNX, Lutron and Crestron are premium systems; regional smart brands are mid-range.
| Package | Entry Level | Mid-Range | Premium (KNX / Crestron) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic (3–5 Devices) | 9,000 – 11,250 | 18,000 – 22,500 | 34,200 – 42,750 |
| Full Apartment Package | 18,000 – 22,500 | 34,200 – 42,750 | 64,800 – 81,000 |
| Full Villa Package | 34,200 – 42,750 | 64,800 – 81,000 | 117,000 – 146,250 |
✨ Kitchen Wrapping
Sound, stable fronts; assumed face size 0.60 × 0.75 m. Minor preparation, old-film removal and detailed profiles add to the scope. Damaged boards need inspection, not a wrapping-only price.
| Visible surface | Value film | Premium film | Specialty film |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 fronts / 3.6 m² | 536 – 857 | 721 – 1,146 | 966 – 1,492 |
| 12 fronts / 5.4 m² | 704 – 1,125 | 962 – 1,518 | 1,308 – 1,998 |
| 20 fronts / 9 m² | 1,041 – 1,661 | 1,442 – 2,263 | 1,994 – 3,009 |
🔑 Rental Ready Refresh
Apartment scope lanes using current company planning allowances. Villas, offices and major defects require a tailored assessment; the full property is not automatically included.
| Scope lane | Essential materials | Standard materials | Upgraded materials |
|---|---|---|---|
| Targeted touch-ups | 1,020 – 3,400 | 1,200 – 4,000 | 1,440 – 4,800 |
| Apartment light refresh | 3,060 – 10,200 | 3,600 – 12,000 | 4,320 – 14,400 |
| Apartment multi-area refresh | 8,160 – 23,800 | 9,600 – 28,000 | 11,520 – 33,600 |
Dubai Renovation Approvals Guide (Planning Level)
Approvals vary by community and scope. Plan timelines and documents before site visit. Revive Hub can coordinate approvals relevant to your agreed scope with Emaar, DAMAC, Nakheel, Meraas, Wasl, Dubai Properties and other major developers. The developer or relevant authority issues the approval.
| Project Type | Common Approvals | Typical Documents | Timeline | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Villa renovation | Community NOC, master developer | Scope, drawings, contractor docs, insurance | 7–21 days | Structural changes can extend timelines |
| Apartment renovation | Building management NOC, work permit | Scope, materials list, noise control plan | 3–14 days | Elevator booking is a common constraint |
| Office fit out | Building management, landlord NOC | Fit out drawings, MEP plans, safety plan | 10–30 days | Fire safety alignment may add steps |
| Basement renovation | Community NOC, structural approval | Structural report, waterproofing method statement | 14–30 days | Structural elements require engineer sign-off |
| Swimming pool | Community approvals, safety checks | Scope, method statement, equipment list | 7–21 days | Chiller upgrades add coordination time |
| Landscaping | Community approvals, utility checks | Layout plan, irrigation notes, pergola drawings | 7–21 days | Pergolas may require extra documentation |
| Painting and flooring | Building work permit or notice | Work timing plan, protective method | 1–7 days | Some buildings require deposit for protection |
| AC installation | Building permit, ceiling access approvals | Scope, routing plan, equipment list | 1–14 days | Routing and ceiling may add coordination |
| Demolition | Community NOC, structural clearance | Method statement, structural drawings if walls involved | 7–21 days | Structural wall removal needs engineer approval |
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