What office fit-out costs in Brussels
In Brussels, office fit-out costs from EUR 1,038 per sqm for a basic specification to EUR 2,535 per sqm for high specification, with a medium level around EUR 1,661 (Cushman & Wakefield Fit Out Cost Guide 2026). Labour is the main cost line and the leading inflation factor in the sector.
The cost lines
Partitions and ceilings, electrical and low current, HVAC, flooring, decoration, washrooms, joinery, furniture, AV and signage.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
- What does an office fit-out cost per sqm in Brussels?
- In Brussels allow 1,038 euros per sqm for a basic finish, 1,661 euros per sqm for a mid-level finish and up to 2,535 euros per sqm for a high-end finish. These figures cover design, technical packages, partitions, floors, ceilings, electrics, furniture and site coordination.
- How long does an office fit-out take?
- Six to ten weeks for 300 sqm in light refurbishment, four to six months for 1,000 sqm and above. The programme breaks down into three to five weeks of studies and tendering, then the works. Permits and furniture lead times slip most often.
- Can offices be fitted out without moving out?
- Yes. We work zone by zone and in phases, with out-of-hours, weekend or holiday shifts. Access, networks and circulation stay in service throughout.
- How many sqm per person should be allowed?
- In hybrid mode allow 8 to 12 sqm per person, against 12 to 15 sqm at full attendance. Actual attendance rate, not headcount, determines desk numbers and meeting rooms.
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