Frequently asked questions
Office fit-out FAQs
Answers to the questions Hong Kong companies ask most about office fit-out and reinstatement.
How much does office fit-out cost in Hong Kong?
Cost depends on floor area, existing condition, building requirements and scope — compare like-for-like on an itemised basis.
What is the difference between Cat A and Cat B?
Cat A is usually the landlord's base delivery; Cat B is the tenant's fit-out scope. Confirm responsibilities against your lease and building requirements.
How long does a 2,000 sq ft office take?
Programme depends on design freeze, management office submissions, long-lead procurement and site conditions.
How early should we plan reinstatement?
Check the reinstatement letter, BMO requirements, working hours and handover date well before your lease ends.
What do quotations most often miss?
Night works, nominated subcontractors, consultants, IT/AV, furniture and provisional sums need separate checking.
What licences and approvals does an office fit-out need?
Depending on scope: management office approval, fire services works, power upgrades and minor works submissions.
Can works proceed at night or at weekends?
Subject to building rules: usually by application, with premiums, and limited by the BMO.
How are fire services and MEP works arranged?
Sprinklers, air-conditioning, power and lighting must be designed alongside the partition layout to avoid rework.
What is the process from design to construction?
Typically: survey, proposals and quotation, detailed design, management office approval, construction, then handover.
Can you also supply materials and furniture?
Yes — factory-direct joinery, furniture and soft furnishings with unified specifications and lead times.