연락처 : VT 이메일 : normandmenard@yahoo.com 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 furniture. Not the mass-market stuff. I’m talking bespoke pieces, built by people who understand detail—and that’s where Smithers of Stamford come into it. A friend in Chelsea mentioned Smithers during a dinner party, and I’ll be honest—I didn’t expect much.

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 bite. 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. Here’s what you get with proper bespoke furniture: love it fits like a tailored suit.

The scale feels balanced. And unlike some luxury brands who charge more for less, Smithers actually give a damn. I like that they use reclaimed materials, 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