Wanderlust World Wanderlust World Los Angeles commercial construction costs are among the highest in the US due to labor, seismic codes, materials logistics, and regulatory complexity. Figures are hard costs only (exclude land, design, permits, FF&E).
| Building Type | Low | Mid | High | Key Cost Drivers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Office (Class A) | $280 | $380 | $550+ | Curtain wall, raised floor, MEP density, parking structure |
| Office (Class B) | $220 | $300 | $400 | Standard systems, surface parking |
| Retail (Strip) | $180 | $250 | $350 | Storefronts, HVAC zoning, site work |
| Retail (Mall/Lifestyle) | $280 | $400 | $550+ | Common areas, skylights, structured parking |
| Restaurant (QSR) | $350 | $450 | $600 | Kitchen equip, grease intercept, ventilation |
| Restaurant (Full-Service) | $450 | $600 | $850+ | Custom finishes, bar, hood systems, ADA |
| Hotel (Limited Service) | $350 | $450 | $550 | FF&E separate, efficient MEP |
| Hotel (Full/Luxury) | $550 | $750 | $1,000+ | Public spaces, spa, banquet, high-end FF&E |
| Industrial / Warehouse | $130 | $180 | $250 | Clear height, dock equipment, ESFR sprinklers |
| Medical Office | $350 | $500 | $700+ | Lead shielding, med-gas, OSHPD 3 (if applicable) |
Engage a local GC or cost consultant (e.g., Cumming, Rider Levett Bucknall, Faithful+Gould) for project-specific estimate. Conceptual budgets ±25%; design development ±15%; GMP ±5%.