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Bespoke Furniture

Having waxed lyrical about wallpaper and paper in general, so as not to become typecast, I thought I would comment on furniture. If you have ever suffered from a very uncomfortable sofa (the less said about Ikea, the better) you will understand how important is to have a comfortable chair or sofa. In today’s frantic world we have very little time to sit down and relax, so it’s even more important when we do get the chance that we relax in comfort.

There are quite a few online and high street furniture shops, Although, I would never personally buy furniture on-line unless you have already tried this out previously.  The prices can range from hundreds to thousands of pounds.  But like most things you do get what you pay for, if you buy a cheaper item it will not last that long, which is fine if you are aiming to buy a different piece a year or so down the line. However as we (I do hope you are in agreement) are about quality, sustainability, and style, we are looking for something that lasts and endures. I think this is also more eco-friendly as we throw away far to much.

One of the best kept secrets in the world of upholstered furniture is George Smith. Their showroom is in London and everything is made in the north east, using traditional methods alongside the best of modern techniques. You will pay a bit more (Well a lot more to be honest) but you will have a beautiful piece of furniture made by a craftsman that you can pass on to your children or even re-sell if you fancy a change as these are always popular items and hold their value. Many of the top interior designers have used them for years and they have many celebrity clients although they are very low-key and discreet about this, which is very endearing and quite rare in a ‘Kiss and Tell’ world.

The big advantage is that you can be involved in making your furniture bespoke, which is the unique factor. So you can have adjustments made, sometimes with a small cost, but it is totally worth it to have exactly what you want, you also get great service and after-service. Sales take place three times a year and the website shows available stock, all year round.

George Smith has become synonymous with beautifully crafted furniture. Every sofa, chair, chaise and stool is lovingly made in our workshops in the North of England. George Smith, the early nineteenth century furniture maker, is still a strong influence in the way we make and design our furniture. Equally, we are driven to make contemporary pieces relevant for our lives today.

As we build each piece from the frame up we can offer a great amount of customisation and special detailing. Our commitment to quality and traditional techniques creates a look and feel individual to George Smith.  

www.georgesmith.co.uk

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Sara x



George Smith Chairs