Dear K.Suree,
Thank you for your email concerning your thoughts on the high costs from the contractors for the interior fit out for the canopy at Seacon Square.
As you are aware the canopy is a large area both in terms of foot print and height. In our estimation a typical sqm. cost for the interior of this type of space would run between 15 – 20,000 Baht per sqm. Discounting the tenant space we have a common area of around 2,200 sqm. Which would bring the estimated construction works in at something between 33 – 44 million Baht. Further we expect the cost to be at the higher end of this estimate due to the need for extensive scaffolding to reach high ceilings and bulkheads and the assumption night working will be required which also carries a premium. From your email we can only note lump sum figures from the contractors, so without knowing the previsions for the various elements to be constructed it is difficult for us to offer any solid advice on lowering the costs.
If you can provide more breakdown form the contractors we will try to offer some alternatives in construction methods.
Regards,