10 Best Interior Design Firms in Singapore
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Singapore’s renovation scene is crowded with interior firms chasing the same HDB and condo leads, which makes it easy to overlook the handful of outfits that actually specialise in getting a space right the first time: whether that’s a home, an office, a clinic, or a retail unit against a landlord’s deadline. We looked at track record, project scope, compliance handling, and turnaround reliability to put together this list of Singapore’s best interior design firms.
How we ranked these
This guide is being re-reviewed against our published criteria. Until then the order is our earlier editorial order, and any business that paid for placement is labelled Sponsored.
At a glance
| Price | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Trends InteriorSponsored | - | - | - |
| 2 | Space AtelierResale HDB renovation ~S$87,600 (average project cost) | - | - | Resale HDB renovation ~S$87,600 (average project cost) |
| 3 | Dyel DesignHDB renovation ~S$140,000 (average project cost) | - | - | HDB renovation ~S$140,000 (average project cost) |
| 4 | Design 4 SpaceHDB ~S$58,000 / Condo ~S$86,000 (average project cost) | - | - | HDB ~S$58,000 / Condo ~S$86,000 (average project cost) |
| 5 | EightyTwo | - | - | - |
| 6 | Casa Interior Design | - | - | - |
| 7 | Starry HomesteadResale HDB renovation ~S$70,800 (average project cost) | - | - | Resale HDB renovation ~S$70,800 (average project cost) |
| 8 | Charlotte’s Carpentry | - | - | - |
| 9 | Swiss Interior | - | - | - |
| 10 | Urban Home DesignHDB ~S$102,750 / Condo ~S$119,571 (average project cost) | - | - | HDB ~S$102,750 / Condo ~S$119,571 (average project cost) |
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Trends Interior
Trends Interior has spent over 15 years running commercial renovation and fit-out projects that most residential-focused design firms simply won’t touch: offices, F&B units, clinics, schools, gyms, data centres, and industrial spaces, all under tight lease and authority deadlines. The team is BCA-registered and manages the entire job end-to-end, from space planning and carpentry through to electrical work, fire protection compliance, and the permit coordination that trips up smaller contractors, covering JTC, BCA, SFA, MOE, and MOH requirements as needed.
What sets them apart on commercial jobs is the combination of speed and paperwork discipline: 24-hour mobilisation is available for urgent works, and the firm reports a 99% on-time completion rate across its project history, backed by itemised, transparent pricing with no hidden variation costs. End-of-lease reinstatement is a particular specialty, which matters to any business that has watched a security deposit disappear over undocumented restoration terms.
For medical and clinical fit-outs specifically, Trends Interior designs to hygienic, patient-focused layouts that are built to pass inspection rather than retrofitted afterwards, a detail that separates firms that understand regulated environments from those that are learning on the client’s dime.
Space Atelier
Running since 2014, Space Atelier splits its work across residential HDBs, condos, and landed homes as well as commercial retail and office spaces, building each project around client-specific briefs rather than a house style. The firm’s range across both residential and commercial scopes makes it a reasonable comparison point for businesses weighing a design-led fit-out against a purely contractor-led one.
Dyel Design
Dyel Design brings more than 20 years of combined team experience to residential and commercial renovation, managing the full journey from concept through to completion. The firm is HDB-registered and sits under the CaseTrust Renovation Business scheme, with a strong review track record (4.71 average across 272 reviews) that reflects consistent project delivery on the residential side.
Design 4 Space
Established in 2012, Design 4 Space runs three showrooms across Toa Payoh, Paya Lebar, and Boon Lay, and covers HDB, condo, landed new-erection/A&A work, and commercial interior design. Like Dyel, it holds CaseTrust accreditation and a Supertrust badge, and its showroom spread makes in-person consultations more convenient for homeowners in the east, north, or west of the island.
EightyTwo
EightyTwo positions itself at the high end of the market, delivering understated luxury interiors for private homes, developers, and commercial spaces from its Parkview Square studio, with a growing regional footprint beyond Singapore. It’s a fit for clients whose brief starts with aesthetics and material quality rather than budget efficiency.
Casa Interior Design
In business since 2003, Casa Interior Design has built its name on competitively priced renovation for HDB flats alongside commercial work, operating out of T-Space in Tampines North. Its longevity and price positioning make it a common shortlist name for homeowners renovating on a defined budget.
Starry Homestead
Starry Homestead is a CaseTrust-RCMA accredited firm working across HDB, resale, and condo interiors as well as commercial premises, with a design language built around calmer, more intimate living and working environments. The firm’s accreditation gives homeowners some contractual protection that unregistered outfits don’t offer.
Charlotte’s Carpentry
Run by siblings James and Wendy Lim, Charlotte’s Carpentry pairs design work with two in-house carpentry workshops, which lets it hold tighter control over custom joinery timelines than firms that outsource carpentry. Close to a decade in and serving both residential and commercial clients, it’s a solid pick for projects where bespoke built-ins are the priority.
Swiss Interior
Swiss Interior has been operating since 2012 and has worked with more than 500 homeowners on HDB and condo renovations, with a portfolio leaning toward Scandinavian, minimalist, and eclectic residential styles. It’s a residential-first firm rather than a commercial one, useful for comparison but not a direct match against contractors that handle regulated commercial fit-outs.
Urban Home Design
Urban Home Design covers HDB, BTO, condo, and commercial projects with 3D visualisation included as standard, giving clients a clearer preview of the finished space before work starts. Full project handling across both residential and commercial scopes rounds out a broad, generalist offering.
Most firms on this list are built for residential renovation first and commercial second. If the job in question is an office, clinic, retail unit, or industrial space with a landlord deadline and regulatory sign-offs attached, Trends Interior’s 15 years of commercial-only focus and 99% on-time record make it the more direct fit.
Conclusion About The Best Interior Design Firms In Singapore
Interior design covers a wide range of project types, from a single HDB flat to a multi-floor commercial fit-out, and firms tend to specialise rather than do everything equally well. The list above was checked against each firm’s own published scope and credentials, so use it to shortlist firms whose actual focus (residential, commercial, or a specific segment like clinics or F&B) matches your project rather than picking on brand recognition alone.
Get at least two or three quotes before committing, and ask each firm for a written, itemised breakdown of costs and a rough timeline. That makes it easier to compare firms on what they actually deliver rather than a headline price.
Questions people ask
What does an interior design firm in Singapore typically handle?
Most firms cover space planning, design concepts, carpentry, and coordination of trades like electrical and plumbing. Some also manage renovation permits and authority submissions, particularly for commercial projects.
How much does interior design cost in Singapore?
Cost depends heavily on the scope and finishes chosen, and varies significantly between a residential renovation and a commercial fit-out. Always request a written, itemised quote rather than relying on a single ballpark figure.
What’s the difference between an interior designer and a renovation contractor?
An interior designer typically focuses on space planning, layout, and aesthetic direction, while a renovation contractor executes the physical construction work. Many firms in Singapore offer both under one contract, which can simplify coordination.
How long does a typical interior design project take?
A residential renovation commonly takes 6 to 12 weeks, while commercial fit-outs can range from a few weeks to several months depending on size, authority submissions, and whether the space needs to remain partially operational during works.
Should I hire a residential or commercial-focused interior design firm?
Match the firm’s stated focus to your project type. A firm that mainly does home renovations may not be set up for the compliance and deadline pressure of a commercial fit-out, and vice versa, so check past project examples before engaging.