Bespoke Furniture London: Why I Chose Smithers

I’ve lived in Notting Hill for just over twenty years now, and in that time, I’ve learned the value of getting things made properly. 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 proper made-to-measure design, built by people who understand detail—and that’s where Smithers of Stamford come into it. A friend in Chelsea mentioned Smithers during a dinner party, 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 try-hard—just solid, confident design with a bit of swagger. 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 build a Bespoke Furniture London company drinks unit in the snug, and every time, they’ve delivered. What you’re really paying for with Smithers is this: the piece actually works in the room.

It doesn’t swallow the space or disappear into it. And unlike some luxury brands who think branding does the work, Smithers actually give a damn. I like that they use reclaimed materials, 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