Why Retro Furniture Still Beats Flat-Pack in London Retro chairs and sofas have been part of my life for years. When I was a kid my nan had this battered armchair. The arms were shiny from years of elbows, but it was part of us. In the days of smoky pubs and unusual chairs uk jazz clubs, furniture meant something. You’d go second-hand instead of brand new. It’s in the creak when you shift. I once pulled a Chesterfield out of a warehouse in Hackney. The legs were wobbling, but you can’t fake that kind of comfort.

It’s become part of my story. London’s furniture scene splits by neighbourhood. Kensington loves velvet, luxury lounge seating with grand accent chairs. Camden loves the clash, with bold fabrics. The clash gives it character. The catalogue stuff has no soul. Armchairs with scars grow with you. Every stain has a story. When it comes down to it, an old funky accent chair means more than new gloss. A sofa should tell your story.

If you’re scrolling catalogue sites, take a look at what’s already lived. Grab a vintage sofa, and see how it shapes your nights.

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