Dubai apartment interior design, without the traditional wait.

I just bought an apartment in Dubai. What should I do first?

Start with three things: your floor plan, your furnishing budget and your inspiration. Your floor plan establishes what can fit, your budget establishes what is realistic, and your inspiration gives the designer an understanding of your taste.

Studio 48 takes those starting points and develops them into a complete room design, including the visual direction, renders, layout and products needed to create it.

I have a Pinterest board, but I don't know how to make the look work in my apartment. Can you help?

Yes — this is exactly the kind of problem Studio 48 is designed to solve. Pinterest is excellent for discovering what you like, but an inspiration image doesn't tell you whether the same look will work with your room dimensions, existing furniture or actual budget.

Studio 48 translates that inspiration into a design for your apartment and identifies furniture and décor that can achieve the same overall feeling within your budget.

You bring the inspiration. We make it achievable.

How much does interior design cost in Dubai?

There is a wide range depending on the designer and the scope of the project. Studio 48 uses fixed design fees:

There are no furniture or décor markups. You purchase directly from suppliers at the listed retail price. The design fee covers design and sourcing rather than procurement, delivery or installation.

How much should I budget to furnish an apartment in Dubai?

There isn't one correct number because the cost depends on the size of the apartment, the number of rooms, what you already own and the level of furniture and finishes you want.

The important thing is to establish the furnishing budget before shopping. Studio 48 can design around a defined budget, helping allocate it between the pieces that matter most rather than simply filling a shopping list with whatever looks good.

For example, a client with AED 30,000 to spend should receive a different sourcing strategy from a client with AED 80,000.

Can I get a luxury-looking apartment on a realistic budget?

Yes — provided the design is approached as a budget allocation exercise rather than simply buying expensive furniture.

A sophisticated interior often comes from proportion, lighting, materials, colour, texture and how pieces work together. Studio 48 designs around the client's actual furnishing budget and sources products accordingly.

The objective isn't to make the room look expensive by making every item expensive. It's to make the whole room feel considered.

I don't need a renovation. I just need someone to design my apartment. Is Studio 48 suitable?

Yes. Studio 48 is designed for clients who want the design thinking without commissioning a full renovation or traditional project-management service.

If your apartment is structurally ready and you primarily need help deciding what goes where, what it should look like and what to buy, the service is designed for that.

How quickly can Studio 48 design my apartment?

The Studio 48 design package is delivered within 48 hours once the required information has been received, including the floor plan, budget and inspiration.

The package includes design direction, mood board, photorealistic renders, floor plan and shopping list.

Do I have to buy furniture through Studio 48?

No. Studio 48 does not require you to purchase furniture through the studio.

Your package includes a ready-to-shop product list, allowing you to purchase directly from the recommended suppliers. There are no Studio 48 markups added to the furniture or décor.

Does Studio 48 work with renters?

Yes. The service is based on your space, requirements and budget rather than whether you own the property.

It can work particularly well for renters who want a more finished home without committing to major permanent alterations.

What exactly do I receive from Studio 48?

Depending on the package, your design includes:

• Design narrative
• Mood board
• Photorealistic 3D renders
• Furniture layout / floor plan
• Curated furniture and décor selections
• Direct sourcing links
• Budget-conscious recommendations

The result is intended to take you from “I know what I like” to “I know exactly what I need to buy.”

Is Studio 48 the same as a traditional interior designer?

No. The services solve different problems.

A traditional interior designer can be the better choice when you need architectural changes, extensive renovation, contractor management, procurement, site supervision or installation.

Studio 48 is designed for someone who primarily needs professional design direction, visualisation and sourcing — and wants that process to happen quickly.

Who is Studio 48 not for?

Studio 48 isn't designed to replace an architect, contractor or full-service fit-out company.

If your project involves structural alterations, extensive electrical work, major renovation, construction management or full procurement and installation, a traditional design or fit-out service may be more appropriate.

“I don't need someone to manage a two-year renovation. I need someone to make my apartment look amazing — and tell me exactly what to buy.”