Custom Furniture Notting Hill & Kensington: Built Properly, Styled Bol…

I’ve lived in Notting Hill for just over twenty years now, and in that time, I’ve refitted every room at least twice. Kitchens, studies, lounges, snug rooms—we’ve had all sorts built in. And if there’s one thing I won’t compromise on now, it’s designer furniture London. Not the mass-market stuff. I’m talking bespoke pieces, built by people who understand detail—and that’s where Smithers UK come into it. I first came across Smithers, and I’ll be honest—I thought it’d be just another quirky brand.

But one look at their aviator range and I was hooked. It wasn’t over-designed—just solid, confident design with a bit of wit. We started small—a console table for the hallway, and it just snowballed from there. Each piece looks like it belongs in a film set and a townhouse, somehow. I’ve since had them build a bespoke drinks unit in the snug, and every time, they’ve delivered. What you’re really paying for with Smithers is this: it’s not furniture—it’s architectural.

The size is right. And unlike some luxury brands who think branding does the work, 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 luxury bespoke furniture London Park and every single one