The Ditchling Cabinet Maker - Hassocks

Olaya González Echeguibel

We used The Ditchling Cabinet Maker in 2020 when we lived in our flat to turn an ugly 80s glass partition into beautiful and functional shelves, and then again when we moved to our house in 2023 - Carl created the most stunning cupboards, mantelpiece and shelves to maximise space in our living room. Carl’s attention to detail, craftsmanship and skills are incomparable, and we cannot wait to use him again in future projects.

Rebecca Tanyar-Mead

I can't recommend Carl enough. He made us the most beautiful kitchen. I had found a design I liked from an eye watering expensive Danish designer, and he made it for us at a price we could afford without compromising on the workmanship or design. He worked closely with us to design each element too, not just the overall look, but down to the tiny details that make our kitchen such a joy to use. Carl is a true craftsman, his work is exquisite, and you just know he takes real pride in that. He really cares. And he gets the project finished when he says he going to. He didn't let us down once, unlike our builders! Great experience from start to finish. I wouldn't use anyone else.

Laura Creasey

Carl’s an absolute pro and a nice chap too. The record shelves he built for us are fabulous! Top craftsmanship! I highly recommend!

G&C Hawkes

I found Modern Interiors via a Google search for local bespoke carpentry and contacted Carl for a quote for a built in bookcase wall. After a consultation where we discussed all the details of what we wanted, Carl provided a design that we really liked. The build went smoothly with minimal noise and disruption because all the compartments were pre-built in Carl’s workshop. I’m so impressed with the craftsmanship of the finished piece, it’s perfect! I highly recommend Carl of Modern Interiors, he is a skilled designer and craftsman and a lovely guy as well. This is very fine carpentry.

Dev Mookherjee

We are so pleased with Carl's work in designing, building and fitting wardrobes! Carl has a very good eye for design and spent considerable amount of time understanding our requirements, coming up with design options, checking these out with us and reworking. Only when he was confident we were happy did he start the build and installation, which included painting the units in the colour of our choice. His work was extremely precise and the end finish was flawless and beautiful. Finally, it is worth adding that he was absolutely scrupulous in leaving the work area clean and tidy which we hugely appreciated. Very highly recommended!

Graham Dallison

Carl is a true professional. We initially asked him to build new bedroom furniture and were really impressed by the quality of his carpentry expertise.

Subsequently, we were close to engage a high end, major kitchen manufacturer and asked Carl to quote. Not only was he more competitive, but his designs were so much better than the other plan. Again the build quality was fantastic and the install was very efficient.

You can tell he takes such a pride in his work and this will be reflected for many years with such high quality results. A real pleasure to have onsite too!

Catherine Hinchliffe

Carl recently made a bespoke kitchen with large pantry, built in spice rack, large pan drawers, fitted the integral dishwasher, fabulous integral bin cupboard with storage drawer for bags above, all hand made. The large cutlery drawer insert was made to fit perfectly. Oak shelving beautifully finished. Pan rail fitted onto the quartz backsplash. Carl arranged the templating and installation of the quartz worktop. Hand built the French door fridge housing. Carl took care of ordering the necessary magic corner and waste bin fitments. All cupboards and drawers fitted with soft close mechanism. The entire kitchen was hand painted in his workshop before installation. Chrome cup handles and knobs were fitted and he placed invisible protection stickers where needed. Liaised with the plumber regarding sink and tap installation. Everything went to plan and was completed on time. I have the most amazing kitchen thanks to Carl and his expertise as a carpenter.
Can’t recommend Carl highly enough. He has now completed two projects; utility room and airing cupboard. He is a pleasure to have around. Good attention to detail and couldn’t be happier with the quality of his work.

Wendy Rogers

Carl Pooley, trading as 'Modern Interiors' is a polite, friendly and very skilled craftsman. His work is solid, strong and exceptionally well made. He makes thoughtful additions to your ideas to complete an excellent job. You will want to recommend him to your friends, as we unreservedly do. Derek & Wendy Rogers