Custom Furniture Notting Hill Kensington: Why I Chose Smithers

I’ve lived in Notting Hill for just over twenty years now, and bespoke furniture London designers in that time, I’ve refitted every room at least twice. Kitchens, studies, lounges, snug rooms—we’ve tried it all. And if there’s one thing I won’t compromise on now, it’s furniture. Not the mass-market stuff. I’m talking custom-built furniture, built by people who understand detail—and that’s where Smithers of Stamford come into it.

My wife actually discovered Smithers, and I’ll be honest—I was sceptical. But one look at their aviator range and I was hooked. It wasn’t chasing trends—just solid, confident design with a bit of swagger. We started small—a console table for the hallway, and it just snowballed from there. Everything they make feels weighty, honest, and bold. I’ve since had them fit out the library, and every time, they’ve delivered. Here’s what you get with proper Bespoke Furniture London Co. furniture: the piece actually works in the room.

It doesn’t swallow the space or disappear into it. And unlike some luxury brands who phone it in, Smithers actually give a damn. I like that they aren’t afraid to push the design, but I also like that they’re not stiff. You want a steel and brass bookshelf that curves into a corner? They’ll sketch it up in two days. You need leather that smells like an old Bentley interior? Done. I’ve sent friends to them in Mayfair and Holland Park and every single one