By MUST Development
A cost per square foot is only useful after the use and the scope are the same. Office, retail, restaurant, and healthcare space are not the same scope.
Office cost moves with the number of rooms, the ceiling, and the furniture. Retail cost moves with the storefront, fixtures, and the mall’s access rules. Restaurant cost moves with the kitchen, exhaust, and the inspections tied to opening. Healthcare interiors add more plumbing and equipment coordination.
Mechanical and electrical scope usually moves the rate more than the neighborhood name.
Compare two estimates only when both describe the same rooms and the same starting condition. Request an estimate for your drawings instead of using a published rate.
Costs and timelines vary by building, finish level, and scope. Request an estimate for project-specific figures.