Custom Furniture Notting Hill Kensington: Why I Chose Smithers

Notting Hill’s been home for a couple of decades, 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 bespoke pieces, built by people who understand detail—and that’s where Smithers make their entrance.

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 chasing trends—just solid, confident design with a bit of wit.

The first piece we bought was a brutalist sideboard for the dining room, and it just snowballed from there. Everything they make feels weighty, honest, and bold. I’ve since had them build a bespoke furniture London shop 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 size is right. And unlike some luxury brands who charge more for less, Smithers are all about craft.

I like that they work with independent workshops, custom bespoke furniture London 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