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Bare shell vs warm shell vs fully fitted offices
A bare-shell floor has the lowest rent but needs a full fit-out (about ₹1,800 to ₹4,500 per sq ft and 45 days to 5 months). Warm shell comes with services in place, so the fit-out is cheaper and faster. Fully fitted offices are ready to use but carry the highest rent.
Side by side
| Fact | Bare shell | Warm shell | Fully fitted |
|---|---|---|---|
| What you get | Bare floor: structure, lifts, common areas; no ceiling, flooring, AC distribution or toilets on the floor | Floor with basic services: ceiling or flooring, AC ducting, lighting and toilets in place | A complete office: workstations, cabins, meeting rooms, pantry and IT ready |
| Your fit-out spend | Full fit-out, about ₹1,800 to ₹4,500 per sq ft | Lower, as the services are in | None or small changes |
| Time before you move in | 45 days to 5 months | About 6 to 10 weeks | Days to a few weeks |
| Rent | Lowest per sq ft | A little above bare shell | Highest, as the landlord recovers the fit-out |
| Design control | Full | High, within the services already built | Little |
| Best for | 100+ seats staying 5+ years | 50 to 150 seats wanting speed and some control | Teams that must move fast or stay under 3 years |
Fit-out ranges are typical Delhi NCR costs for a complete office, before furniture brand upgrades and GST.
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Questions people ask
What is the difference between bare shell and warm shell?
Bare shell is an empty floor with no ceiling, flooring, AC distribution or toilets on the floor. Warm shell adds those services, so you only add partitions, furniture and IT.
Is bare shell cheaper?
The rent is lower, but you pay for the full fit-out upfront. Over 5 years or more it usually works out cheaper per seat for large teams.
How long does a bare-shell fit-out take?
Most office fit-outs take 45 days to 5 months from design to handover, depending on size and approvals.