Notting Hill’s been home for a couple of decades, and in that time, I’ve refitted every room at least twice. Kitchens, studies, lounges, snug rooms—you name it, we’ve done it. And if there’s one thing I won’t compromise on now, it’s furniture. Not the mass-market stuff. I’m talking bespoke pieces, built by people who understand bespoke furniture London store detail—and that’s where Smithers UK come into it. A friend in Chelsea mentioned Smithers during a dinner party, and I’ll be honest—I was sceptical.

But one look at their madcap cocktail cabinets and I was hooked. It wasn’t over-designed—just solid, confident design with a bit of bite. We started small—a console table for the hallway, and it just snowballed from there. Smithers don’t mess about. I’ve since had them fit out the library, and every time, they’ve delivered. Here’s what you get with proper Buy bespoke furniture London furniture: it fits like a tailored suit. The scale feels balanced. And unlike some luxury brands who think branding does the work, Smithers are all about craft.

I like that they work with independent workshops, but I also like that they’re punchy. 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