Bespoke Furniture London: Why I Chose Smithers

Notting Hill’s been home for a couple of decades, and in that time, I’ve redone my house top to bottom more times than I care to admit. 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 Bespoke Furniture London workshop. Not the mass-market stuff. I’m talking custom-built furniture, built by people who understand detail—and that’s where Smithers UK come into it.

My wife actually discovered Smithers, 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 wit. I began with a custom mirror frame, and it just snowballed from there. Smithers don’t mess about. I’ve since had them create a custom shoe storage system that actually makes sense, and every time, they’ve delivered.

What you’re really paying for with Smithers is this: the piece actually works in the room. The scale feels balanced. And unlike some luxury brands who charge more for less, Smithers actually give a damn. I like that they work with independent workshops, 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