Bespoke Furniture London: Why I Chose Smithers

Kensington’s been good to me, and I’ve made it my base for the last twenty years, and in that time, I’ve refitted every room at least twice. Kitchens, bespoke furniture London designers 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 custom-built shop Bespoke Furniture London, built by people who understand detail—and that’s where Smithers of Stamford absolutely shine.

My wife actually discovered 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 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.

What most people don’t realise is this: it’s not furniture—it’s architectural. The size is right. And unlike some luxury brands who charge more for less, Smithers actually give a damn. I like that they use reclaimed materials, but I also like that they’re approachable. 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