Renovation
Apartment Renovation in Jakarta: Limits, Approvals, and Sequence
Renovating an apartment unit differs from a house. Building rules, work hours, and material access shape timeline more than unit size.
An apartment unit has limits that rarely appear in a freestanding house. Which walls can be opened, work hours, and material routes are often stricter than the unit size itself.
Check building management rules first
Before choosing finishes, ask management about renovation procedure: forms, deposit, work hours, and bans on wet or noisy work. Without that, the site schedule slips easily.
A sequence that usually makes sense
- Remeasure the existing condition.
- Set priority rooms: kitchen, bathroom, or living.
- Confirm MEP and wet-area waterproofing.
- Finishes and built-in furniture.
Estimate vs site condition
An early estimate from photos helps discussion. Pipe condition, slab, and lift access only become clear after survey. Browse finished work in the portfolio and packages in the renovation or spaces catalogue.
Start with a brief that is enough
Prepare unit type, tower or location, and budget range. Send it through contact or the apartment fit-out service page. The MEETS team adapts the next step to the building rules that apply.
Common questions
Can apartment walls be demolished freely?
No. Many walls are structural or limited by management. Survey and existing drawings decide what may change.
How long does a unit renovation usually take?
It depends on area, wet zones, and allowed work hours. A small unit with limited hours can take longer than area alone suggests.
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Pick a relevant design, assemble your project, then ask MEETS to set the next step.