An integral renovation is a project where almost the entire home or commercial space is renewed: layout, installations, finishes, kitchen, bathrooms and often also windows and climate systems. This gives new life to outdated spaces, adapts them to your current lifestyle and solves problems that have built up over the years. Unlike a partial refurbishment, an integral renovation is planned globally so the whole space has aesthetic and functional coherence.
The price of an integral renovation
The cost of an integral renovation depends mainly on the square meters, the quality of the materials and the initial condition of the property. Across Spain, many specialist guides place the indicative price between 650 € and 950 € per square meter for integral renovations with standard finishes in urban apartments. If you choose mid-high or high‑end materials, it is common to move in the 1,000 € to 1,200 €/m² range or even higher, depending on the level of customization.
In cities with strong demand such as Barcelona, an integral renovation can typically range from around 600 € to 1,600 € per square meter, always depending on the specific project. For a flat of around 80 to 100 m², you can find real‑world budgets going from about 50,000 € for more basic versions up to around 120,000 € or more for high‑end renovations. These figures are approximate, but they help you understand the overall order of magnitude.
Factors that increase or reduce the cost
In an integral renovation, several key factors influence the final budget. Some of the most important are: how much the layout is changed (demolishing or building internal walls), whether electrical and plumbing installations are renewed partially or completely, the type of flooring (ceramic tiles, laminate, solid wood), the quality level of kitchens and bathrooms and the brand and performance of windows and doors. Technical complexity (structural limitations, special ceiling heights, older buildings) and the execution time also play a major role.
One way to control the budget is to combine a base of mid‑range materials with a few standout elements (such as a better‑equipped kitchen or a more sophisticated main bathroom), keeping the integral renovation balanced between price and outcome.
Added value for your property
One of the main reasons to consider an integral renovation is the added value it brings to the property. Various studies indicate that a home that has been fully renovated can increase its market value by roughly 20% to 30%, depending on the area and its initial condition. In highly demanded cities, the average appreciation can be around 30% or even slightly higher.
This makes an integral renovation an interesting investment whether you plan to live in the property for many years or are thinking of selling or renting it at a better price. A renovated home, with an efficient layout and up‑to‑date finishes, usually stands out clearly on property portals and attracts more visits from potential buyers or tenants.
Energy efficiency and comfort
An integral renovation is also the ideal moment to improve energy efficiency. Replacing windows with better‑insulated models, upgrading the climate system, reinforcing insulation where it matters most and installing LED lighting are common measures that reduce energy consumption and increase comfort. Although they raise the initial budget slightly, they help you save on energy bills and significantly improve indoor comfort.
At the same time, a well‑planned integral renovation can improve the acoustic performance of the home, reducing noise from outside or between rooms, which is especially appreciated in urban environments.
Why a good team is essential
For an integral renovation to be successful, choosing nice materials is not enough: you need a professional team to plan, coordinate and execute the entire process. It is essential to have a detailed, itemized budget, a realistic schedule and fluent communication during the works to avoid surprises.
A good team will help you adapt the design to your needs and budget, prioritize the actions that add the most value and achieve an integral renovation that balances aesthetics, functionality and cost.
