If you have ever undertaken a renovation project, you will know that it can be quite a challenge – for experts and clients alike. So it’s no wonder that Larkbury London is such a popular choice with design industry insiders. Launched towards the end of 2023, it has quickly become a word-of-mouth success story and a one-stop shop for luxury furniture and accessories – stocking brands that include The Sofa & Chair Company, Eichholtz, Giorgio Collection, Theodore Alexander, Caracole and L’Objet.
A visit to its impressive and expansive west London showroom – the largest of its kind in Europe – is a must for any interiors connoisseur, whether you are currently working on a specific project or simply looking for fresh inspiration. Each of the 140 designer room-sets is elegantly decorated and thought-through, and offers so much more than the standard ‘show home’ experience. (David Hicks’ famous quote, ‘The best rooms have something to say about the people in them’ springs to mind).
The wealth of inspiration continues as you browse the 39 designer brands stocked by Larkbury London, providing everything from rugs, seating and wall sconces to clocks, cushions and throws. It is a veritable Narnia for homeware and furniture enthusiasts – including, of course, the wardrobe itself! What is more, if you see a piece from one of Larkbury London’s brands but would prefer it in a different size or colourway, the team will go above and beyond to source it for you. They will draw upon their close contacts within the industry to help you track down whatever you happen to be looking for, be it the perfect Art Deco mirror from Reflections Copenhagen or a rare bronze sculpture from Quintessa Art.
Created by the team behind The Sofa & Chair Company (and now its exclusive stockist), Larkbury London was envisioned as a destination where design professionals and their discerning clients could meet to execute their vision from start to finish, from initial conception to completion. Indeed, one of the most novel aspects of Larkbury London’s HQ is its luxurious meeting rooms, where you can discuss your interiors project on-site while also seeing the range of products on offer. It is certainly preferable to the logistics of arranging multiple meetings, first to discuss the brief, then to go ‘shopping’ for it.
It seems that Larkbury London has truly thought of everything: it even boasts the most extensive fabric library in Europe, so that you don’t need to visit various textile houses or call in endless samples to find what you’re looking for. Plus, the company’s own bespoke upholstery manufacturing hub on site will bring your new sofa, armchair or ottoman to life. The team is also extremely knowledgeable when it comes to bespoke craftsmanship, thanks to two decades of making high quality pieces, which means they are well equipped to produce a sofa for an awkward-sized room or a storage solution for a smaller space.
The service is also exceptional, with a real commitment to quality and making the whole process as smooth and enjoyable as possible. Utilising cutting-edge technology, Larkbury London can ensure the accuracy of supplier lead times with up-to-date information at every point and seamless client communication. It also deals with suppliers directly, removing the middleman to make things more straightforward and to ensure high standards and finishes are maintained. But in the unlikely event that you encounter any issues along the way, Larkbury London will step in on your behalf and take charge of the situation, holding suppliers accountable, and will even deal with warranty claims. It also offers a full project management service, supporting designers, architects and developers at every stage of a commercial or residential project, and ensuring quality control throughout. This extends to a specialist delivery and installation service, too.
What makes Larkbury London’s offering unique is that it is truly a one-stop destination. Not only does it provide every kind of homeware you might need or want – and designs that will work well in every room, including the garden – but it can also create bespoke pieces and upholster them on site using an array of appealing fabrics. The team can also source other items you are looking for but that might not be available in store. They will handle everything from start to finish, and guarantee the highest quality and attention to detail. And the London HQ is the perfect place to sit down for a catch-up with your designer, or indeed your client. All in all, it is a genius solution that will totally revolutionise your approach to interior design projects. It begs the question, why didn’t someone think of this sooner?
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