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Apartment Renovation in Croatia

Croatia apartment renovation for owners who need local control.

We structure scope, design decisions, contractor communication, finishes and handover for apartment renovations in Croatia, especially when the owner is remote.

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After panel showing the finished apartment interior after renovation Before panel showing the apartment renovation site condition and structural works After Before

What this service is

A design-led renovation scope with technical execution kept visible and controlled.

This service is for owners who need a clear renovation plan, practical contractor coordination, finish decisions and a finished result that feels designed rather than improvised on site.

For property owners

Apartments that need structural, technical or finish upgrades before use, rent or resale.

For remote clients

A local team to structure decisions, site communication and progress reporting.

For investors

Renovation work focused on value, durability, photos and practical handover.

For phased works

Clear sequencing across demolition, services, finishes, furniture and snagging.

Rimmart apartment renovation finished interior by Danica Space

Showcase blog

Rimmart: interior design and turnkey apartment renovation.

A real project showing the service route in practice: re-planning, design concept, working drawings, site supervision, procurement support, raw renovation videos, finished-flat video and design-vs-finished comparison.

  • One wall removed to merge rooms into a brighter open-plan hall.
  • Structural column turned into a full-height mirror and design feature.
  • Dark green kitchen, brass hardware, mouldings and blue bedroom accent wall carried from CGI to the finished apartment.

What you get

Renovation decisions aligned before site costs start moving.

01

Scope definition

Room-by-room scope, technical priorities and finish expectations before contractor pricing.

02

Design direction

Layout, mood, material logic and details that keep the result coherent.

03

Contractor coordination

Communication around drawings, quotes, site questions and sequencing.

04

Finish selection

Flooring, sanitaryware, lighting, cabinetry, paint, hardware and visible surfaces.

05

FF&E link

Furniture and procurement logic connected to the renovation result.

06

Handover control

Snagging, final overview and practical readiness before move-in or rental.

Process & timeline

From existing condition to ordered site work.

The exact timeline depends on scope, approvals, material lead times and contractor availability, but the work is structured so decisions are made before they become site delays.

1

Survey & brief

Photos, plans, measurements, condition review, target use and budget window.

2

Scope & concept

Design direction, room priorities, technical issues and phasing.

3

Pricing package

Contractor brief, finish schedule and scope logic for quotes.

4

Site coordination

Progress checks, decisions, supplier questions and issue tracking.

5

Finish & handover

Snagging, furniture link-up and final readiness review.

Fees

Select your renovation level.

These are the parent-site renovation packages rebuilt as cards instead of one text block. Ranges are indicative starting points for mainland Croatia and are confirmed only after site review and a detailed Bill of Quantities.

from EUR 450 per m2, ex-VAT

Essential Renovation

Best for: Cosmetic and standard upgrades without full MEP replacement.

A controlled refresh for apartments that need visible upgrades but no major replanning.

Included
  • Non-structural demolition and preparation
  • Walls and ceilings: plaster plus paint
  • Flooring install: laminate, parquet or tile
  • Partial electrical and plumbing updates
  • Standard bathroom refresh with no layout change
  • Project coordination and quality checks
Not included
  • Layout changes or re-planning
  • Premium finishes such as microcement or decorative plaster
EUR 1,250 per m2, ex-VAT

Premium / Luxury

Best for: High-end finishes, custom detailing and higher-touch owner control.

For apartments where finish level, custom joinery and handover quality matter more than the lowest build rate.

Included
  • Premium finishes package
  • Custom joinery coordination
  • Complex lighting and smart switches where required
  • Microcement or decorative plaster as optional upgrades
  • Acoustic and thermal improvements case by case
  • Schedule management and procurement coordination
  • Snagging and handover readiness
Not a final offer. Prices exclude VAT/PDV. Dubrovnik, Old Town zones, pedestrian access and islands can add logistics surcharges. Premium material allowances and client changes are calculated separately.

Why it matters

Renovation quality is decided before the visible finishes go in.

Good renovation work depends on the sequence behind the final photos: measured scope, service coordination, clean decisions and enough control to avoid expensive improvisation.

What we need from you

Current photos, plans if available, access details, deadline pressure, target use and budget range.

Deliverables

Scope notes, mood direction, finish schedule, contractor brief, progress review and handover checklist.

Remote-friendly

Most coordination can happen through shared documents, video calls and structured site updates.

Design-led result

The aim is not just repaired space, but an interior that feels intentional and usable.

After panel showing the finished white kitchen after renovation Before panel showing the kitchen renovation construction stage After Before

Ready to review a renovation?

Send the current condition, plans and target outcome.

We will map whether you need a scope review, design package, contractor coordination or a fuller turnkey fit-out path.