Bespoke kitchen fitting and carpentry in Brighton & Hove
A local family-run kitchen installation business established in 2010 by Peter Hodgins, an experienced carpenter with more than 20 years of quality builds under his belt.
Recent kitchen projects
At Principle Kitchens & Carpentry we provide an honest, professional and quality service.
6 photosConway Street kitchen
Hove
A bespoke single-run kitchen in a Victorian terrace: white handleless units beneath dark-stained solid timber worktops, a brushed brass splashback, matt black tap with copper detailing, and chunky staggered floating shelves with integrated lighting. A charcoal open-shelved pantry wall and dark-painted floorboards carry the scheme through to the bay-windowed dining area.
20 photosHand-painted Neptune kitchen
Brighton & Hove
A Neptune kitchen hand-painted on site in deep olive green, paired with aged brass cup handles and beehive knobs, marble-effect quartz worktops and a white hexagon-tiled splashback. A curved full-height larder bank houses stacked ovens, with a Belfast sink beneath the window, a concealed appliance pantry and a quartz breakfast bar.
4 photosBespoke kitchen, Fiveways
Brighton
A hand-painted Shaker kitchen in soft sage, built around solid oak worktops, a Belfast sink and a bespoke plate rack. Open oak shelving on cast iron brackets, a floor-to-ceiling larder dresser and flagstone flooring complete the farmhouse feel.
Bespoke kitchen fitting and carpentry
Principle Kitchens & Carpentry is a family-run kitchen installation business based in Brighton, established in 2010 by Peter Hodgins, an experienced carpenter with more than 20 years of quality builds under his belt. We fit kitchens across Brighton and Hove, managing every trade on the job — carpentry, plumbing and electrics — so you deal with one team from first visit to finished kitchen.
We understand that your home is the biggest investment you will make, and we are passionate about producing work of the highest standard that adds value to your property and your lives.
An exceptional team of builders and craftsmen
Design
We have over 20 years of experience in the building industry. Our team of carpenters, builders, plumbers and electricians are all trusted and talented experts in their field. We work with you to help you reach the best design solution and, ultimately, your perfect kitchen.
Trust
We're proud of our work and the lasting relationships we've made along our way speak volumes about how we conduct our business. We understand that a new kitchen brings a period of upheaval and change and we're sympathetic to this. We pride ourselves on punctuality, cleanliness and clear communication.
Delivery
We work with you no matter how far along the line you are. If you've got your plans, know what kitchen you want and you're ready to go, contact us to arrange a site visit with Peter. If you're just getting started, pick our brains and let us use our extensive knowledge to help you choose a kitchen design to suit your taste and budget.
Don't just take our word for it
All testimonials →Pull out larder.
Our pull out larder needed a small repair. Fully aware it wouldn't be a big job which normally means companies are not interested. Therefore was delighted with how professional Peter and the office were. Polite, professional and completed the job well. Anything further in the future on a bigger scale we would use Peter/Principle Kitchens and Carpentry.
Amazing Kitchen Renovation
We absolutely love our new basement kitchen and can’t recommend Principle Kitchens highly enough. The final result is flawless, and Peter was an absolute pleasure to deal with. While a few challenges arose along the way, he handled them expertly, addressing every question and request with exceptional attention to detail, clear communication, and genuine honesty. The end result exceeded our expectations, and we couldn’t be happier.
Utility Room Refurb
We have used Principle Kitchens a few times now, and they are fantastic. This project was a basement utility refurb. It was an awkward space, so it took a good amount of design and problem-solving. Working with Pete on this was a pleasure. We're super happy with the results and will absolutely work with them again.
The best kitchen fitters that take pride in their work.
Peter and the Principle Kitchen team were fantastic, friendly and had an impeccable eye for detail. It was the first time I'd ever had a kitchen fitted, but Peter really made me feel at ease, was always on hand to answer any questions and gave me a kitchen I love. The turnaround time was excellent and any little issues or challenges were met with a can-do attitude and solutions which at times were above and beyond. I can't recommend Principle Kitchens & Carpentry enough.
Would recommend
Peter was very helpful in helping us pick a suitable kitchen and utility room from Howdens; he is friendly, knowledgeable and efficient. The build was completed on time and to budget. I would happily use again, but hoping this kitchen will last the next 30 years.
Kitchen installation
Pete's work is excellent, with very good attention to detail and finish. He communicates well, keeping us informed of any issues we needed to be aware of. He is also very flexible in terms of the wide range of skills that he possesses and the situations to which he will adapt -this was especially important for a domestic customer. He is business-like but also very relaxed, calm and confident. We very much enjoyed working with him!
Ready to plan your new kitchen?
Arrange a free site visit with Peter, or pick our brains about your plans — no pressure, no obligation.