Sussex | Kent | Surrey

Design and build across Sussex, Surrey, and Kent - from first sketch to final key.

Hartwood is a design and build contractor for property owners who want a single team in charge of the drawings, the groundworks, the trades, and the finish.

One contract, one team.

We appoint and manage every subcontractor. You deal with one person at Hartwood throughout the duration of your project.

Fixed price before we start.

Your cost plan is agreed in full before a spade enters the ground. Variations are priced and signed off in writing with no surprises.

South East specialists.

All our work is within 2 hours of our East Grinstead base. We know the planners, ground conditions, and local supply chain.

17 stages,
fully explained.

17 stages, fully explained.

From planning conditions to handover, we tell you exactly what is happening, why it matters, and what comes next.

About Hartwood

We design and build beautiful homes and commercial spaces across Sussex, Surrey and Kent.

We can transfer our skills to any project – from beautiful homes, to commercial buildings, to bespoke residential developments, we are a full service builder you can trust to deliver.

Recent Projects

Badsell Barn

Stunning plot with views to die for and a nice chunk of land for sale.

Auld Tye

A traditional manor style property nestled with countryside views.

The Apple Farm

Four custom built homes located on picturesque farm land.

Badsell Barn

Stunning plot with views to die for and a nice chunk of land for sale.

Auld Tye

A traditional manor style property nestled with countryside views.

Residential Builders

From renovations to dream home builds, we have you covered.

We are as happy building an extension or renovating a building as we are building you a brand new home, (after all that is where our business started). We can help you navigate through any build and we are well versed in limiting the upheaval you may experience during the build.

We are proud that all our teams are easy to be around during the works. We work with other developers when they need a build contractor but equally please do not worry about whether your home project is too small, too fiddly or too complex. It is most likely a job we can do, so please get in touch. 

We also have experience in listed building work, insurance claims and of course design.

Commercial Builders

We design and build your ideal commercial workspace.

We know that your commercial space is an intricate part of your business.  You want it to look right, be fit for purpose, be built on time and on budget. 

We are happy to work on any commercial project but are best known for our work in the hospitality, veterinary and equestrian industries.  

Keep Up To Date

News and Views

Hartwood announce interior design partnership with April Hamilton.

A joined-up build and interiors service for clients who want every detail considered, from structure to finishes.

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Explore different approaches to home building and determine which is right for you.

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Should you be building your own dream home?

Kirstie from Hartwood covers the barriers you will face when building your dream home.

How does the saying go ‘Buy Cheap Buy Twice’?

Compromises on regulation, safety and insurance. The cost of buying cheap.

We Buy Land

Looking to sell your land?