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Complete Process Transparency
Interior project management can leave markups and processes unclear. We share every step and the basis for each cost, so you understand exactly what you are paying for.
INTERIOR PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Your interior team. On your side.
Transparent costs and support from planning to completion, always from the client's perspective.
JPY 10M+
Interior project budget
Up to 50%
Potential furniture procurement savings
100%
Transparency in processes and costs
An independent expert,on your side。
Like your own interior team,from planning to completion.
WORKS
Spaces we have shaped.
Offices, hospitality venues, experience facilities and clinics. Explore projects that bring our clients' vision to life at a considered cost.
OUR STRENGTHS
Four principles behind our work.
We act as your representative, independently of construction contractors and building management companies, and guide each project through a transparent process.
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Cost Optimization
We scrutinize quotations and review the scope of landlord-designated work, known in Japan as B-type work, to identify substantial savings compared with accepting the initial quote as it stands.
03
Advice That Puts You First
Our priority is the client's interests. We challenge unnecessary work, recommend what the project actually needs, and negotiate with your objectives in mind.
04
Our Furniture Procurement Network
Our network offers access to furniture from leading manufacturers in Japan and overseas at discounts of up to 50%. This helps us optimize the overall budget, including furnishings and fixtures.
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WHY SO EXPENSIVE
Why does an interior project
Why does an interior project
cost so much?
Many business owners planning their first major interior project receive quotestwo to five timeshigher than expected. The reason is not necessarily an extravagant brief. The structure of the industry can drive up costs. Here is how it happens.
01
Markups Across Subcontracting Layers
As work passes from a main contractor to second- and third-tier subcontractors, each company adds its margin. More intermediaries can mean higher costs for the same work.
02
Limited Competition for Landlord-Designated Work
For B-type work assigned to a building manager's designated contractor, competitive quotations may not be available. Clients can find themselves accepting a price without a clear breakdown.
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An Information Gap
Contractors have specialist knowledge that clients may not share. Without familiarity with market rates and appropriate methods, it can be difficult to assess a claim that a cost is standard.
04
Allowances That Inflate a Quote
To cover possible changes or additional work, contractors may build substantial allowances into their quotes. Unnecessary items and specifications can raise the total before you realize it.
The same construction cost.
A different total.
Conventional PM Model
The difference:
potential savings.
potential savings.
With Cresc.No intermediary markup / Transparent percentage-based fee
Illustration of cost structures only. Actual proportions vary by project.
The price alone is not the whole issue.
Clients can be at a disadvantage within this structure. That is why we work on your side, independently of contractors and building managers.
BUDGET ALLOCATION
The same budget.
The same budget.
More room for design.
This illustration compares how a JPY 30 million budget could be allocated under a conventional PM model and with Cresc. Even with the same construction cost, intermediary markups can change how much is available for design.
Total Budget30million JPY
Conventional PM Model
With Cresc.
Illustrative figures only. Actual allocations vary by project.
A difference you can see.
Drag the slider to compare.
Even at a similar scale and budget, the amount available for materials and lighting
can change the impression a space makes.
Images are illustrative. Actual results vary by project.
OUR COMMITMENTS
Six ways we make the process easier.
For many clients, this is their first interior project. We explain the scope, costs and process clearly from the start. These six commitments are designed to reduce uncertainty and make the project easier to manage.
01
One Dedicated Point of Contact
One person coordinates your project from consultation and design to contractor selection, furniture procurement and follow-up. You can avoid repeating the same brief to multiple companies, with clearer communication throughout.
02
No Property or Drawings Yet? Start Here.
You can talk to us at the earliest planning stage, even before choosing a property or preparing drawings. We help clarify your requirements and outline a budget, so you know where to start.
03
Prior Approval for Additional Costs
If additional costs arise after the quotation, we explain the reason and amount and obtain your approval before proceeding. This process helps prevent unexpected increases in the total.
04
Applications, Building Coordination & Neighbors
We can coordinate permit applications, discussions with building management and pre-construction notices to neighbors. The scope of our support is clearly agreed before the contract.
05
Regular Progress Reports with Photos
Your dedicated contact provides regular updates with photographs. Even when you cannot visit the site, you can follow progress and stay focused on your business.
06
Staged Payments to Suit the Project
Depending on the scale and stages of the work, payments can be split across milestones such as contract signing, construction start and completion. This supports a manageable funding plan.
RESTAURANT SUPPORT / OPTIONAL SERVICE
Opening a restaurant
Opening a restaurant
goes beyond the interior.
Health authority applications and kitchen equipment are just some of the tasks involved in opening a restaurant. We can help coordinate these arrangements alongside your interior project.
Without This Support
All of these tasks
All of these tasks
may fall to you.
- Preliminary consultation with the health authority and preparation of operating permit documentsEstimated 2–3 weeks
- Selecting, quoting and ordering kitchen equipment, often arranged by the clientEstimated 3–4 weeks
- Checking equipment dimensions and delivery routes against the siteEstimated 1–2 weeks
- Checking water, drainage, gas and electrical capacity for each applianceEstimated 1–2 weeks
- Comparing optional specifications across manufacturers and suppliersEstimated 2–3 weeks
- Preparing fire safety notifications and related paperworkEstimated 1–2 weeks
Combined, preparations can take aroundthree months. Missing a task can delay the opening further.
With Cresc.
Let us coordinate
Let us coordinate
the whole process.
- Support from preliminary health authority consultation to obtaining an operating permit
- Coordinated selection, quotations and orders for kitchen equipment through our network
- Integrated planning of dimensions, delivery routes, drainage and power in the drawings
- Scheduling the required notifications and applications
- A clear list of decisions, with the information you need to make them
- We handle comparisons and checks so you can focus on your restaurant
Leave the coordination to us and focus on food and service.
Restaurant support is optional. We explain and quote the scope at the outset.
PROCESS
From first conversation to completion.
From the initial consultation to construction oversight and handover, we support the project from your perspective.
01
Free Initial Consultation
We discuss your requirements, budget and property, then explain how we can help.
02
Site Survey & Brief
We inspect the site, clarify the requirements and establish an overall project plan.
03
Contractor Selection & Quote Review
We identify suitable contractors and examine each item in the cost breakdown.
04
Negotiation & Contract Support
We negotiate pricing and conditions on your behalf and support the contracting process.
05
Construction Oversight
We monitor quality and progress independently to check that the work follows the plan.
06
Completion & Handover
We review the finished work before handover and remain available for follow-up inquiries.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
Our support depends on the scale and scope of the project. Please start with a free consultation. We then explain the proposed services and fees clearly, with transparency throughout.
Please contact us with the location and outline of your project so we can discuss availability.
We primarily support interior projects with construction budgets of JPY 10 million or more, where cost reviews and negotiations can make a meaningful difference. You are also welcome to discuss smaller projects with us.
Yes. Even if you already have a quotation or contractor, we can review the scope and potential savings independently. Contacting us before signing a contract generally gives us more scope to help.
No. The initial consultation is free and carries no obligation. After discussing your needs, we make a proposal only if we believe we can help.
CONTACT
Interior Project Inquiries
Contact us about interior planning, design, quotation reviews or project management. Please describe your project and any current challenges.
- Your initial consultation is free
- Already have a quotation? We can start with a review
- We respect confidentiality and handle your information with care
Please submit your inquiry through the
Cresc. contact form.
Our team will review your inquiry and contact you.