Trusted Across Kent & East Sussex
Expert Carpentry &
Building Services
in Kent
From bespoke kitchens and bathrooms to full home renovations and new builds — quality craftsmanship founded on trust, integrity and lasting value.
About TEMBOK
Exceptional Craftsmanship,
Built on Trust
Founded by Malcolm Barry, TEMBOK Design & Build was born from a vision to offer something different in the construction industry — a service grounded in trust, quality, and genuine workmanship. From bespoke fitted furniture to complete house extensions, every project is personal.
With years of hands-on experience across Kent and East Sussex, Malcolm brings a personal touch to every project. Whether it's a kitchen refurbishment or a loft conversion, it's about creating spaces that reflect care, integrity and lasting value.
Malcolm Barry
Founder, TEMBOK Design & Build
Our Services
Carpentry, Renovations &
Building Services in Kent
Committed to quality, safety and innovation — delivering trusted services and excellence across every project.
Carpentry & Joinery
City & Guilds-qualified carpenters delivering bespoke fitted furniture, hardwood doors, staircases, alcove cabinetry, fitted wardrobes and architectural joinery throughout Kent. Every piece is hand-measured, workshop-built and site-finished to millimetre tolerances — designed to sit perfectly in period cottages, oast houses and contemporary homes alike.
Learn MoreKitchens & Bathrooms
Full kitchen and bathroom refurbishments across Kent — from in-frame shaker kitchens with stone worktops to spa-style wet rooms with underfloor heating. We manage the strip-out, first-fix plumbing and electrics, tiling, plastering and final installation in-house, so your project runs to one timeline with one accountable team.
Learn MoreExtensions & Building
Single and double-storey extensions, loft conversions, garage conversions, structural alterations and complete renovations across Kent and East Sussex. We handle architectural drawings, planning, building control sign-off, party wall agreements and trades coordination — delivering watertight builds finished to a domestic standard, not a developer one.
Learn MoreHow We Work
A Clear, Four-Stage
Build Process
One team, one timeline, one accountable point of contact — from the first site visit to the final handover.
1. Free Site Visit & Quote
We come to you, walk the space, listen to what you want and provide a written, itemised quote — usually within five working days. No pressure, no sales tactics.
2. Design, Drawings & Approvals
Where needed, we coordinate architectural drawings, planning applications, structural calculations and building control sign-off, so you have one point of contact for the whole pre-build phase.
3. Build Phase On Site
Our directly-employed carpenters, plus trusted electricians, plumbers and plasterers, deliver the works to a written programme. You get a weekly progress update and a tidy site every Friday.
4. Snagging & Handover
We walk the finished job with you, complete any snags within 14 days and hand over certificates, guarantees and aftercare guidance — including a 12-month workmanship warranty.
Why Choose TEMBOK
The Right Builder
Makes All the
Difference
Choosing a builder is one of the biggest decisions you'll make for your home. Read our client reviews and see our completed projects to understand why Kent homeowners trust TEMBOK.
Your Vision, Delivered Precisely
We listen first, then design and build exactly what you need — no compromises, no surprises, just outstanding results.
Efficient Project Delivery
Clear timelines, consistent communication and reliable scheduling. Your project stays on track from day one to handover.
Zero Hassle, Start to Finish
We handle everything — design, planning, trades coordination, building control. You just approve and enjoy the transformation.
Built with Pride & Integrity
Every project is treated as if it were our own home. Quality materials, expert craftsmanship and a genuine care for the details.
Local Knowledge
Builders Who Actually Know
the Weald of Kent
Building in Kent isn't the same as building anywhere else. The Weald sits on heavy clay, the conservation areas around Cranbrook, Sissinghurst and Tenterden carry strict planning controls, and a huge proportion of the housing stock is timber-framed, listed or pre-1919. A builder used to estate-style new-builds in Ashford or Maidstone will quickly come unstuck on an oast house in Goudhurst or a hall house in Biddenden — and the homeowner pays the price in delays, refused planning and costly rework.
We've been working across the Weald since 2009. That means we know which conservation officers prefer hand-made Kent peg tiles versus machine-made alternatives, when Tunbridge Wells Borough Council will accept rooflights on a rear elevation, how Ashford Borough handles permitted development on barn conversions, and which structural engineers in the area are trusted by local building control. We've completed loft conversions on Victorian terraces in Tunbridge Wells, full renovations on Grade II-listed cottages in Smarden, rear extensions on weatherboarded farmhouses near Headcorn, and new builds on plots between Hawkhurst and Cranbrook.
Local knowledge also keeps your project on budget. Because our yard is in Biddenden, our trades live within 20 minutes of most sites. Materials come from local merchants in Headcorn, Tenterden and Tunbridge Wells, so deliveries are quick and a missed lintel doesn't stop the job for three days. We have established working relationships with electricians, plumbers, plasterers, roofers and groundworkers across TN17, TN18, TN27, TN30 and surrounding postcodes — meaning trades turn up when they're booked, and your build flows from one stage to the next without dead days on site.
Beyond the practical side, we care about how a finished project sits in its surroundings. A new kitchen extension on a period property should feel like it has always been there. New oak joinery in a beamed cottage should weather alongside the originals. Our team's job is to deliver work that respects the character of Kent's villages and the standards of its homeowners — whether you're in Cranbrook, Tenterden, Tunbridge Wells or anywhere across the wider Weald.
Areas We Serve
Proudly Serving Kent
& East Sussex
Based in Biddenden in the heart of the Weald, our workshop and yard sit a short drive from Cranbrook, Tenterden, Sissinghurst, Headcorn and Staplehurst — meaning materials, trades and site visits arrive on time without long-distance call-out fees.
We work daily across the Weald of Kent, the Tunbridge Wells borough, Ashford, Maidstone and into East Sussex around Hawkhurst and Rye. Whether it's a Grade II-listed cottage in Goudhurst, a Victorian semi in Tunbridge Wells, a barn conversion near Biddenden or a new-build in Ashford, our team brings the same on-site discipline, tidy working practices and weekly client updates to every job. Browse our full list of building services or jump straight to the area page below for local examples and pricing guidance.
Frequently Asked
Common Questions From
Kent Homeowners
Ready to Get Started?
Transform Your Home
with Expert Craftsmanship
Whether you're planning a kitchen renovation, loft conversion or complete home refurbishment — get in touch for a free, no-obligation quote.