Consultancy & Project Guidance

Independent Kitchen Renovation Advice Before You Commit

Planning a renovation? Comparing quotes? Unsure which direction to take? Sussexhurst provides practical guidance drawn from decades of kitchen, cabinetry and renovation industry experience to help you make better informed decisions before spending significant money.
Helping homeowners navigate kitchen projects with greater clarity and confidence.
Kitchen renovation consultancy
Why Consultancy?

Sometimes A Short Conversation Can Save Thousands

Kitchen renovations involve hundreds of decisions, competing advice, supplier recommendations, quote comparisons and budget considerations.

Independent guidance before making major commitments can help you avoid costly mistakes, identify better options and move forward with greater confidence.
✓ Understand renovation pathways before committing
✓ Compare quotes and supplier proposals more confidently
✓ Identify practical layout and design opportunities
✓ Avoid expensive mistakes and unnecessary spending
✓ Gain clarity before moving into construction
What Can We Discuss?

Practical Advice Before You Make Big Renovation Decisions

Whether you are at the early idea stage or already comparing quotes, Sussexhurst consultancy can help you better understand your options, risks and next steps.
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Kitchen Renovation Planning
Layout ideas, workflow improvements, storage options, renovation pathways and practical design direction.
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Quote & Proposal Reviews
Understand what is included, what may be missing, where costs may vary and what questions to ask before committing.
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Cabinetry & Product Selection
Guidance around materials, hardware, finishes, stone benchtops, cabinetry quality and long-term durability.
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Project Guidance
Advice before engaging suppliers, trades or contractors so you can move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
Why Sussexhurst?

Over 35 Years Of Kitchen & Cabinetry Experience

Sussexhurst consultancy is built on practical, real-world experience across kitchen manufacturing, cabinetry, installation, renovations and project delivery.

This means the advice is grounded in how kitchens are actually built, priced, installed and used — not just how they look on paper.
✓ Kitchen and cabinetry experience dating back to 1988
✓ Practical advice based on real renovation outcomes
✓ Guidance around layout, cabinetry, materials and project decisions
✓ Independent support before making expensive commitments
Sussexhurst kitchen consultancy
Consultancy Services

Professional Guidance Tailored To Your Project

Whether you're exploring ideas, reviewing quotes, planning a renovation or developing a new kitchen design, Sussexhurst offers practical consultancy services based on decades of kitchen, cabinetry and renovation experience.
Remote Consultancy Available Nationwide
Sussexhurst consultancy is not limited to local projects. Design advice, quote reviews, renovation planning, layout guidance and visualisation services can be delivered remotely by phone, email review and online consultation anywhere in New Zealand.
Design & Layout Consultation
From $150
Professional guidance before committing to design decisions.
  • Existing kitchen reviews
  • Layout improvement ideas
  • Workflow & functionality
  • Storage optimisation
  • Remote or in-person advice where available
Kitchen Design Package
From $495
Kitchen design development and concept planning.
  • Kitchen redesign concepts
  • Cabinetry planning
  • Material selections
  • Finish recommendations
  • Remote design support available

Photorealistic renders and walk-through videos available as optional additions.
Quote & Proposal Review
From $195
Understand what you're being quoted for before committing.
  • Supplier comparisons
  • Quote analysis
  • Inclusions & exclusions review
  • Budget clarification
  • Online quote review available nationwide
Renovation Strategy Session
$295
A structured consultation focused on planning your renovation journey.
  • Renovation planning
  • Product & material advice
  • Cabinetry guidance
  • Stone benchtop considerations
  • Phone or video consultation available
Premium Project Review
From $495
Detailed independent project guidance for larger or more complex renovations.
  • Multiple quote reviews
  • Design evaluation
  • Supplier assessment
  • Project planning advice
  • Remote project review available nationwide
Visualisation Services
Quoted Individually
Bring your project to life before construction begins.
  • Photorealistic renders
  • 3D kitchen visualisations
  • Video walk-through presentations
  • Material & colour exploration
  • Online delivery available
All pricing is in NZD and intended as a guide. More complex projects, additional design work, renders, walkthroughs or extended consultancy requirements may require a tailored quotation.
KITCHEN CONSULTANCY

Have Questions About
Your Kitchen Project?

Whether you're planning a renovation, comparing options, reviewing a proposal or simply want some independent guidance, we'd be happy to discuss what you're considering.

Request a consultation discussion below, or use our Consultancy Assistant if you'd prefer to tell us more about your project first.
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Leave your details below and we'll contact you to discuss your project, the questions you have and the type of guidance you're looking for.
Please provide either a phone number or email address so we can contact you.
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Use Our Consultancy Assistant
If you'd prefer to give us some project information before we contact you, the Consultancy Assistant will guide you through a few questions about what you're planning and where you would like some help.
✓ Design & layout advice
✓ Kitchen design packages
✓ Quote & proposal reviews
✓ Renovation strategy & planning
✓ Cabinetry, materials & stone benchtops
✓ Renders, visualisations & walk-through videos

Not sure what type of consultancy help you need? That's fine. Tell us what's happening with your project, where you're uncertain or what you'd like another perspective on, and we can determine the most appropriate next step.

Using a mobile device? Open the Consultancy Assistant in a dedicated full-screen window for the best experience.
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You don't need to have everything figured out before you contact us.

Sometimes a conversation at the right stage of a project can help clarify the options before bigger decisions are made.