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Costs, layouts and rules, explained the way we explain them to clients.

Practical guides from our live projects in Dhaka. We write about office and apartment interiors, kitchen and storage planning, building design and RAJUK rules the same way we explain them to clients, with real numbers where we can share them. Every article is written and reviewed by the architects of Studio Archifiction.

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House Construction Cost per sft in Bangladesh (2026): Rates and How to Estimate

How to estimate house construction cost in Bangladesh: the parts of a construction budget, why a single per sft rate misleads, how to read a BOQ and the decisions that move the total.

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Aerial view of a residential building design with rooftop garden in Dhaka, prepared for RAJUK plan approval

RAJUK DAP and FAR Explained: How to Read a Building’s Floor-Area Allowance

FAR is the floor area counted under the rules divided by plot area. A worked 4 katha example, the difference between usable, gross and counted area, and the checks RAJUK DAP adds before you count floors.
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Open workstation area interior for EkPay office in Mohakhali, Dhaka

Office Interior Cost in Dhaka 2026

Office interior cost in Dhaka 2026: Studio Archifiction's turnkey fit-out execution benchmark is BDT 1,800 to 3,500 per sft. Budgets by office size, exclusions, renovation guidance and timelines from delivered projects.
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Living room interior design in a 1,600 sft Mohammadpur apartment, Dhaka, with a wood slat and stone TV wall, sectional sofa and cove-lit false ceiling

Interior Design Cost in Bangladesh (2026): What You Pay and What Is Included

Interior design cost in Bangladesh, 2026: BDT 1,500 to 3,000 per sft for Dhaka homes with design and execution together, BDT 1,800 to 3,500 per sft for office fit-out, and BDT 50 to 80 per sft for design only.
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Typical apartment floor plan with lift core and main stair for a G+6 residential building in Bashundhara, Dhaka

RAJUK Building Plan Approval in Dhaka: Documents, Drawings and Process

Get help with RAJUK plan approval, coordinated drawings and ECPS submission in Dhaka. Check documents, drawing requirements, process and responsibilities.
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Collaboration zone with long white table, green chairs and geometric LED ceiling design in office interior, BDBL Tower, Karwan Bazar, Dhaka

Small Office Interior Design in Dhaka: Cost, Real Layouts, 500 to 1,500 sft

Small office interior design in Dhaka for 300 to 1,500 sft offices: six delivered projects, two real floor plans with room sizes, 2026 cost per sft and the order to spend in. Send the plan on WhatsApp for a test fit.
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Child room dressing niche with wardrobe cabinets and curved arch with premium finishes - residence interior design for Mr. Khan, Bashundhara, Dhaka

Apartment Interior Design in Dhaka: Layout, Lighting and Storage Ideas

Practical apartment interior design ideas for Dhaka homes, covering layout, lighting, wall cabinet designs, storage planning, kitchen materials and when to hire a professional interior design company in Dhaka.
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Modern residential building design in Dhaka, street view at dusk, by Studio Archifiction

House Design in Bangladesh: Plans by Plot, Floors and Budget

House design in Bangladesh starts with the plot, the family brief and a feasibility check, before the elevation. Plans by 3, 4 and 5 katha plot size, floors, climate and budget, with examples from our Dhaka projects.
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MD Room with desk, visitor chairs and wall art at Ek-Pay office, Mohakhali DOHS, Dhaka - ek-pay office interior design, Mohakhali DOHS, Dhaka

CEO and MD Office Interior Design in Dhaka: Size, Layout, Privacy and Cost

Plan a CEO or MD office in Dhaka by room size, layout, privacy, lighting and budget. Lessons from Studio Archifiction's built executive rooms.
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Beige laminate kitchen cabinets with black granite countertop and under-cabinet lighting in a Dhaka home kitchen

Kitchen Cabinet Design in Bangladesh: Layout, Materials and 2026 Price

Planning kitchen cabinet design in Bangladesh? This guide explains smart layouts, material choices, and real price ranges for Dhaka homes so you can build a durable, easy-clean kitchen within budget.
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Floating timber stair treads and steel railing at the entry - duplex residence interior design, Bashundhara, Dhaka

Duplex House Design in Bangladesh: Plans, Layout, Cost and Interior

Duplex house design in Bangladesh for premium homes: a built 3,600 sft Bashundhara duplex, layouts by plot size, stair and lift, finishes, cost and RAJUK.
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Interior view of the renovated SPARRSO conference room showing the meeting table, leather chairs, and staff portrait frames, Agargaon, Dhaka

Conference Room Design in Dhaka: Layout, Acoustics, AV and Cost

A practical guide to conference room design in Dhaka: real seat counts, table size, circulation, acoustics, lighting, AV and cost, drawn from three built meeting rooms.
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Residential interior design project completed by Studio Archifiction in Dhaka

Home Interior Ideas: When to Hire a Designer in Dhaka

Congratulations on your new flat! Owning a home is exciting, but one critical decision often gets overlooked: when to begin your residential interior design journey. Many flat owners delay hiring professionals, only to face costly modifications later. Knowing the right timing saves money, maximizes customization, and ensures your home becomes the dream space you envisioned.
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Completed G+6 residential building in Bashundhara, Dhaka, designed by Studio Archifiction, full street view

House Construction Cost per sft in Bangladesh (2026): Rates and How to Estimate

How to estimate house construction cost in Bangladesh: the parts of a construction budget, why a single per sft rate misleads, how to read a BOQ and the decisions that move the total.
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Cracked concrete beam showing structural earthquake damage risk in a Dhaka building

Dhaka Earthquake 2025: দেয়ালের ফাটল দেখে ঝুঁকি বুঝবেন কীভাবে

ঢাকা ভূমিকম্প ২০২৫-এর পর অনেকেই দেয়ালে নতুন ফাটল দেখে অস্থির হয়ে গেছেন। শুধু ছবি বা ফাটলের মাপ দেখে কোনো ভবনকে নিরাপদ বলা যায় না। এই লেখায় আছে প্রথম নিরাপত্তা পদক্ষেপ, কোন লক্ষণে ক্ষতিগ্রস্ত অংশ থেকে দূরে থাকবেন, কীভাবে নিরাপদে তথ্য রাখবেন, আর কখন structural engineer-এর সাহায্য নেবেন।
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Night view of the G+6 residential building in Bashundhara, Dhaka, designed by Studio Archifiction (3D visual)

Top Architecture Firms in Bangladesh (2026): Five Practices and How to Choose

Five architecture firms in Bangladesh worth shortlisting in 2026, what each is known for, architect fees in Dhaka and the checks to make before you appoint one.
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Meeting room with linear recessed lighting, custom table and glass partition - corporate office interior design, Mirpur, Dhaka

Top 10 Office Interior Design Firms in Dhaka, Bangladesh (2026)

Compare top office interior design firms in Dhaka for 2026. See cost range, timeline, firm details and what to check before starting your office interior project.
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Living room interior design with TV media wall, wooden display shelves, sectional sofa and glass folding door - residence interior design in Rampura, Dhaka

Top 10 Interior Design Companies in Bangladesh for Homes and Apartments (2026)

Top 10 interior design companies in Bangladesh for homes and apartments, compared on drawings, BOQ, own furniture and supervision, with 2026 home interior cost drivers.
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Corporate, IT, government and executive offices, 500 to 10,500 sft.

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Residential and commercial buildings with RAJUK-ready drawings.

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