"Turnkey fit-out" means you hand a raw or dated space to a single team, and they return it ready to open. It's the simplest option for a client: one point of coordination, one person responsible and a coherent result. Here's what it involves, step by step.
What a turnkey fit-out means
A fit-out covers turning an empty space (or reworking an existing one) into a functional space: partitions, services, finishes, lighting and design details. "Turnkey" adds the fact that all of these works are managed by a single contractor who coordinates the trades and is accountable for the final result.
The stages of a turnkey setup
1. Survey and concept
Everything starts with measuring the space precisely and checking the existing services. Together with the client we define the functions, the circulation flow and the main zones. Without an accurate survey, any later design carries errors.
2. Design and quote
Next comes the technical solution: drawings, material selection and a transparent quote with realistic timelines. This is where finishes are decided and the budget is estimated, so there are no surprises along the way.
3. Structural work and services
Partitions are built, electrical, plumbing and ventilation are run, and surfaces are prepared. This is the "hidden" stage, but the one that ensures the space works properly in the long term.
4. Finishing works
- Drywall partitions and ceilings
- Skim coat, painting and machine-applied plaster
- Flooring, ceramic cladding and design elements
- Fitting light fixtures and accessories
5. Turnkey handover
Before handover we check every detail, fix any snags, clean the space and hand it over ready to open. The client receives a functional space, not a site to finish off.
What a turnkey project usually includes
A complete fit-out can include partitions, ceilings, wall and floor finishes, services, lighting, painting and branding details. The more works are handled by the same team, the simpler the coordination and the more predictable the timeline.
Why coordination matters
The most common source of delays in a fit-out is a lack of coordination between trades. When the electrician, the plumber and the finisher each work "on their own", overlaps and rework appear. The advantage of a turnkey fit-out is precisely that it removes these dead ends.
Conclusion
A turnkey fit-out gives you a single point of contact and a coherent result, from the first survey to handover. We carry out store and commercial fit-outs in Iasi, Bacau, Bucharest and other cities across the country, and the best time to start the conversation is before you sign the lease — that way you can plan the budget and timelines realistically.