Plan commercial bathroom work around the people using the premises.
A commercial bathroom brief should identify the building's use, expected users, access needs and the site's operating arrangements.
Compare the Sydney cost planning guide, try the bathroom budget calculator and check illustrated bathroom styles as you shape your brief.
Bring the proposed scope to an appropriate building professional so approvals and applicable requirements can be established.
The building type and proposed changes affect the design process.
Discuss fixture selection, cleaning, maintenance access and the expected level of use.
Ask for product specifications and serviceability to be included in the selection review.
Coordinate the works with opening hours, temporary facilities and delivery access.
A staged programme and detailed scope help the business assess how the work will fit around operations.
What to discuss in your brief
- A scope that reflects the premises and its users
- Suitable fixtures with clear care and maintenance information
- An agreed approvals and design pathway
- A programme coordinated with business operations
Build a clear scope of work
- Confirm the building use and project requirements
- Review access and amenity needs with the designer
- Specify fixtures and maintenance access
- Plan staging, site access and temporary facilities
Illustrative design, rather than a completed customer project.
Budget and timing
The planning allowance for this type of scope is $20,000 to $100,000.
Illustrative planning allowances in AUD, not measured market prices or a quote.
Confirm the scope, GST and actual price with the contractor.
Ask the renovator to price access, preparation, product selections and any specialist work for your property.
The indicative work window is 15 to 60 days, with design, approvals and ordering considered separately.
Illustrative construction allowance only.
Design, approvals, product supply and site conditions can change the programme.
Questions about commercial
Can the premises stay open during bathroom works?
That depends on the site's facilities, the scope and the requirements that apply.
Agree on staging and temporary arrangements with the relevant professionals.
Are commercial bathrooms priced like residential bathrooms?
Use a project-specific quote based on fixture numbers, building requirements, access, staging and the selected products.
Residential examples are only a starting point for discussion.
Who should determine the approval requirements?
Ask an appropriate building professional and the relevant authority to confirm the pathway for the premises and proposed work.
How does the quote referral work?
I pass your project details to a local renovator who can discuss the work and arrange a quote.
The contractor confirms availability, scope, price and terms directly with you.
Checks before work begins
Use the Service NSW licence checker and ask the contractor to explain which licences and insurance apply to the work.
For a strata property, review the NSW renovation approval guidance with your strata manager.
