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on August 16, 2025
As someone who's styled everything from Soho flats to Hampstead townhouses, I can confidently say this: custom-made furniture makes more sense than you might think.
The truth is, London homes are a puzzle. From tight Georgian proportions to modernist high-rises, standard furniture often misses the mark.
That’s why I always recommend going bespoke. You’re not just commissioning a table—you’re creating a piece that is built around your lifestyle.
I’ve worked with cabinetmakers in East London who actually listen to how you live before sketching a single line. You get choice over materials—solid oak, brushed brass, reclaimed timber—and finishes that aren’t limited to a factory palette.
Take this project I did recently. My client had just moved into a beautiful Edwardian semi in Dulwich. The living room had these odd nooks and arches that made standard sideboards look ridiculous. So, we commissioned a shelving system that wrapped neatly into the recess, adding storage without swallowing light.
Client was thrilled. And that’s the joy of <a href="https://telegra.ph/Bespoke-Furniture-London--Designed-with-Soul-Built-to-Last-Notting-Hill-to-Mayfair-08-14">Bespoke Furniture London online shop</a>—it never screams for attention, but always gets it.
Now, don’t get me wrong. There’s a time and place for IKEA, just as there’s a time for tailored craftsmanship. But if you’re in London—paying London rent or mortgage—and you want your home to work hard and look good doing it, then custom is the way forward.
In a city full of character, your furniture should have some too.