Kensington’s been good to me, and I’ve made it my base for the last twenty years, 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 custom-built furniture, built by people who understand detail—and that’s where Smithers absolutely shine. I first came across Smithers, 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. 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 create a custom shoe storage system that actually makes sense, and every time, they’ve delivered. Here’s what you get with proper shop Bespoke Furniture London furniture: it’s not furniture—it’s architectural. It doesn’t swallow the space or disappear into it.

And unlike some luxury brands who charge more for less, Smithers are all about craft. I like that they use reclaimed materials, but I also like that they’re punchy. 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