Best Interiors Shops in London You Need to Visit
Inspired by a client’s move to London, we took the opportunity to indulge our senses in British design, contemplate its uniqueness and research all the best places a design lover would like to shop at. We’ve consulted our travel notes, as well other designers who have their favorite hidden gems.
Design Icons: Classic British Interiors
So what’s makes the English interior so iconic? English homes have a unique sense of character. According to Dominic Bradbury, Country & Townhouse, “They are full of stories and rich in personality. British designers have a particular talent for creating homes and interiors according to these mores, layered with eclectic ideas and points of inspiration, as well as playful touches and occasional eccentricities.”
“There is a depth to British design that is unique in itself, speaking of history, craft and the desire to be different rather than conform to either fashion or mediocrity.”
Design by Marion Lichtig, Photography by Paul Massey
English interiors always feel so effortless in their blend of old tradition and new ideas, and they borrow influences from all over the world, which makes English interiors feel very charming.
“The beauty of English interiors is not limited to one particular style or tradition but embraces a global perspective.”
Get the Map: All the design shops you need to visit in London
Our curiosity led to obsession and now we must share our comprehensive list of the best places to find furniture, antiques and decor in London. So, next time you find yourself in London, save this Google Map to your phone - we’ve done all the legwork for you, and categorized each design shop.
Besides shops, London is perhaps best known for its markets - you spend whole days browsing and getting lost in all they have to offer.
The Sunday markets on Columbia Road in London’s East End, are known for their midcentury and retro furnishings. The Friday market on Portobello and Golborne Roads as well as the Sunbury Antiques Market at Kempton Park Racecourse, held on the second and last Tuesday of every month, also offer promising treasures.
For more info on antique shopping in London, check out The Glossary’s “Guide to the finest vintage furniture stores and antique shops in London”.
Notable design shops in London
We highlight some of our favorite shops and galleries to get you on your way. Please keep us posted on your design finds in London, and if you come across shops, do let us know so we can add them to the list for everyone to enjoy.
Playful
Fred Ridgby Studio
Playful and minimalist, this furniture designer recently launched an equally compelling homeware line.
Designer Favorite
Henry Gregory Antiques
Interesting finds, unique decor items, and a thoroughly knowledgeable antique dealer - this is what makes this shop a must.
British Craftsmanship
Soane Britain
Soane Britain is committed to working exclusively with craftsmen and makers in Britain, making their designs truly British.
Collectible Antiques
Jamb
Jamb carries the most collection of antique lighting, furniture and fireplaces.
More notable shops in London:
Salvaged Vintage: Retrouvious
Traditional English Textile: Fermoie
Emerging Designers: Mint Gallery
Be sure to save this Google Map for future reference - we’ve pinned all the best shops. Happy hunting!
Design Books on Iconic British Design:
India Hicks: A Slice of England
India Hicks’ exploration of her British heritage and how she has expressed it in her newly finished English country house in Oxfordshire. Available on Amazon.
Beata Heuman: Every Room Should Sing
Heuman's rooms, colorful spaces enlivened by exuberant elements and poetic inspirations, capture her signature quirkiness and Scandinavian attention to detail while staying rooted in practicality. Available on Amazon.
The Iconic British House: Modern Architectural Masterworks Since 1900
A definitive survey of the finest examples of residential architecture in Britain from 1900 to the present, featuring both major architects and more recent emerging talents. Available on Amazon.
