Office Fit Outs turn a new or empty workspace into a working office: partitions, ceilings, flooring, electrical, data, kitchens and furniture. Send one request and independent contractors reply with availability and prices.
Describe your project once to get office fit outs quotes.
Request a Shopfitting QuoteWhat It Includes
- Partitions. Drywall and glass offices and meeting rooms.
- Ceilings and lighting. Suspended ceilings and LED panels.
- Flooring. Carpet tiles, vinyl and raised access floors.
- Electrical and data. Power, network points and server room.
- Air-conditioning. Extensions or new units for new rooms.
- Kitchen and reception. Tea kitchen joinery and reception desk.
Who It Suits
Businesses moving into a new lease, expanding to a new floor, or taking empty or shell-and-core space.
Fittings, Materials and Finishes
- Partitions. Steel stud drywall, frameless or framed glass.
- Ceilings. Mineral fibre tiles, plasterboard and bulkheads.
- Flooring. Carpet tiles, LVT and vinyl.
- Joinery. Melamine or veneer kitchens and storage.
How It Works
- Brief and test fit. Head count, rooms and layout options.
- Design and pricing. Drawings, finishes and a priced scope.
- Approvals. Landlord consent and any building plans.
- Construction. Partitions, services, ceilings and finishes.
- Furniture and move-in. Desks, chairs and handover.
Office Fit Outs Prices
Ballpark prices so you can sanity-check a quotation.
| Item | Ballpark price |
|---|---|
| Basic fit-out | R4,500 - R8,000 per m² |
| Mid-range fit-out | R8,000 - R15,000 per m² |
| Corporate or premium fit-out | R15,000 - R30,000 per m² |
| Glass partition office | R25,000 - R70,000 per room |
Prices JUST UPDATED. Indicative ballpark figures in rand, rounded and excluding VAT. They reflect typical South African market rates for this kind of work. They are not our prices or quotations, and no contractor is bound by them. Confirm VAT, delivery, installation and what each quotation includes.
Get prices for your project rather than a range. Send one request, with no obligation.
Request a Shopfitting QuoteWhat Affects the Price
- Floor area and head count. More rooms means more partitions and services.
- Condition of the space. Shell space needs ceilings, floors and services.
- Air-conditioning. HVAC changes are often the biggest line.
- Furniture. Often quoted separately.
What Affects Lead Time
- Landlord approval. Needed before work starts.
- Long-lead items. Glass, HVAC units and furniture.
- Size. Small offices take weeks, full floors take months.
What to Send for an Accurate Quote
- Floor area and number of staff.
- Rooms you need: offices, meeting rooms, kitchen.
- Floor plan of the space.
- Condition of the space now.
- Move-in date and budget.
Drawings and photos can be shared with the contractor you choose once you are in contact.
Office Fit Outs FAQs
How much does an office fit-out cost per m²?
Roughly R4,500 to R8,000 per m² for basic work, R8,000 to R15,000 for mid-range and more for premium corporate offices.
Is furniture included?
Sometimes. Ask for furniture to be priced separately so you can compare.
Does the landlord pay for the fit-out?
Some leases include a tenant installation allowance. Check your lease.
How long does an office fit-out take?
Small offices often take 3 to 6 weeks. Larger floors take longer.
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Shopfitting South Africa is a quote-matching service. We do not design, manufacture or install fittings, and we do not employ installation teams or own factories. Work is quoted and carried out by independent contractors, and your agreement is with the one you choose. Get a written quotation with drawings, finishes and a programme before you pay a deposit.
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Keep it brief. Give your city, the service, the type of premises and its rough size. With your consent, your enquiry is passed only to contractors suited to the job, and you decide whether to go ahead.
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