Custom Furniture Notting Hill

I’ve lived in Notting Hill for just over twenty years now, and in that time, I’ve redone my house top to bottom more times than I care to admit. 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 furniture. Not the mass-market stuff. I’m talking shop Bespoke Furniture London pieces, built by people who understand detail—and that’s where Smithers UK make their entrance.

I first came across Smithers, and I’ll be honest—I thought it’d be just another quirky brand. But one look at their reclaimed industrial pieces 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 most people don’t realise is this: it fits like a tailored suit. The scale feels balanced. And unlike some luxury brands who charge more for less, Smithers get stuck in. 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