I agree with JT.
I personally believe that the foyer of the building shouldn’t be allowed to become tired and rundown. First impressions count …. even for the existing occupants of the building.
An occupant should feel proud of their building from the first moment they step into the building. Owners who feel pride in their surroundings are more likely to take care of it and treat it with respect.
That being said a “sensible” budget (but not necessarily a “frugal” budget) that reflects: the style of the building; its setting; and its clientele needs to be established at the outset.