Do I need a builder or kitchen fitter for a kitchen renovation?
If you’ve spent any time scrolling through Pinterest or wandering the aisles of a showroom in Chichester, you know the feeling: the "heart of the home" in your current house just isn't beating the way it should. Whether your Bognor Regis cottage has a kitchen that feels like a cramped corridor, or your Arundel family […]
What is the best layout for an open-plan kitchen extension?
For many homeowners in Bognor Regis, Chichester, and the surrounding West Sussex villages, the dream isn’t just about adding "more space." It is about fundamentally changing how they live. We see it every day at Swanbourne Construction Ltd: families currently squeezed into dark, cellular rooms where the cook is isolated in a small kitchen while […]
Do I need a contract for building work? (Why Handshakes Aren’t Enough)
If you are planning a home renovation or a house extension in Bognor Regis, you’ve likely spent hours scrolling through Pinterest, visiting showrooms, and perhaps even chatting with neighbours about their experiences. In a close-knit community like ours, there is a certain nostalgic appeal to the "gentleman’s agreement." We want to believe that a firm […]
What type of loft conversion is best for my house? (Choosing Your Design)
If you have lived in West Sussex for any length of time, you know the unique charm of our local architecture: from the flint-walled cottages of Arundel to the sprawling Victorian terraces in Chichester and the 1930s semi-detached homes in Bognor Regis. But as families grow and the "work-from-home" culture becomes a permanent fixture, that […]
How long does a full renovation take?
If you are standing in your hallway in Bognor Regis, looking at dated wallpaper, cracked plaster, or a layout that simply doesn’t work for your family anymore, the dream of a "full renovation" is incredibly exciting. You can already see the open-plan kitchen, the sleek new bathrooms, and the polished finish. But then, reality sets […]
How long does a kitchen renovation take?
If you are standing in your kitchen in Bognor Regis, looking at outdated cabinets and a layout that simply doesn’t work for your family, the most pressing question on your mind isn't just about the cost, it’s about the time. How long will you be without a functioning hob? How many weeks of "microwave meals […]
What is the best layout for an open-plan kitchen extension?
For many homeowners across West Sussex: from the Victorian terraces of Bognor Regis to the sprawling detached properties in Chichester: the dream of a perfect home often begins with a single vision: the open-plan kitchen extension. It is the heart of the modern home, a multifunctional space where Sunday roasts are prepped, homework is tackled, […]
Do I need a builder or kitchen fitter for a kitchen renovation?
If you are standing in your kitchen in Chichester, Bognor Regis, or Arundel, looking at outdated cabinets and a layout that just doesn’t work for your family anymore, you’ve likely asked yourself: who do I actually call to fix this? It is one of the most common questions we receive at Swanbourne Construction Ltd. Should […]
How long does a kitchen renovation take? (A Phase-by-Phase Timeline)
If you are a homeowner in West Sussex, whether you’re living in a coastal property in Bognor Regis or a historic townhouse in Chichester, the kitchen is undoubtedly the heart of your home. It’s where Sunday roasts are prepped, where the kids do their homework, and where guests naturally gravitate during a party. So, when […]
How long does a full renovation take? (Realistic 2026 Timelines)
If you have recently walked through the door of a "project property" in Chichester, or perhaps you’re looking at your long-term family home in Arundel and realizing it needs more than just a lick of paint, the first question on your mind is almost certainly: How long is this going to take? In 2026, the […]