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 proper made-to-measure design, 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 didn’t expect much. But one look at their reclaimed industrial pieces and I was hooked. It wasn’t try-hard—just solid, confident design with a bit of bite.
I began with a custom mirror frame, 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 bespoke furniture:
click through the up coming page 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 get stuck in.
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