Showhouse Furniture specialises in discounted furniture which is all ex-display from show houses…read more There is the opportunity for some real bargains here, some lovely furniture is on offer which would add character to any living room, dining room or bedroom. The prices not the cheapest on the market when you compare them to the likes of Ikea but they are slashed compared to equivalent quality goods on the High Street. The stock varies depending on what they can get hold of and if you are looking to furnish a room, this shop is well worth a look. Access is easy, the shop is down the road from the Broadway and is a 10-15 minute walk from the main bus stops. The best place to park is around the corner in the bowling alley car park. The road is patrolled all the time by traffic wardens so avoid the temptation to pull up outside the shop.

It's always a delight to come into this shop. There's such a grandness to it... and all the home…read morefurnishings and decorative merchandise feels really solid - like there's a traditional English sturdiness to everything; nothing too fragile to withstand a lifetime of use. I consider GTO a sure bet for gifts - or when I'm just in the mood to purchase something lovely for my own sheer enjoyment. It seems as if the buyers here really scour...the product assortment is classic, but usually with a interesting twist... almost everything they have on offer is something distinctive and really worth having. The products run the gamut of home furnishings... vases, dishes, accent pillows, hard bound books... even bath and body products. I'm especially a fan of their glassware... it's all very sturdy and uniquely decorated - I once found some very elegant, very masculine, tan-coloured tumblers that looked like they'd be at home in the hand of James Bond - the guy who got them thought they were marvelous. They also have a charming card and stationary section... really different and lovely.

This place is an old Chelsea institution, although the atmophere is less unique since they moved…read moreinto a modern new space from their old rabbit-warren around the corner. Basically, they sell three things: - expensive vintage European (not really antique) Asian and European furniture and accessories (leather armchairs, side-tables, elephants carved from driftwood, pond yachts, stone Buddhas) -Serious home things - porcelain, lamps, framed prints, soaps and fine linens, all with a fairly traditional style - All manner of gifty things, especially at Christmas - joke books, small toys, decorations, silver picture frames, scented candles... A good place to come and look for presents, or a nineteenth century brass telescope on a tripod at a 300% markup. (Update - the cafe has gone)

Just on the corner of Crystal palace triangle a large new & second hand Contemporary furniture shop…read morehas just open for business. With large wooden statement pieces, great arty pictures, quirky bicycle, colourfully sofa and bold african cushions.

Ahoy! Huttons is a truly marvellous little boutique which…read moresells some great items. They are quite varied in description from women's clothes and jewellery to quaint and decorative gardening tools, clocks to household furniture, stylish kitchen utensils to large pictures and smaller picture frames. Lots and lots for quite a small shop. Split into two levels the upstairs has all of the furniture while everything else is downstairs (with some things lining the stairs themselves) - not to mention the store opposite which has recently been acquired so to have more stuff in view. The staff have always been polite, friendly and helpful and I always enjoy popping in to see their latest stock. It's a great place to visit if your looking for a gift for someone or if you just fancy something quirky or decorative for yourself. I guess it's a bit like an Oliver Bonas but with their own stuff. farewell for now, Ian

The worst customer service I have potentially ever received…read more I bought a dining table that was delivered damaged. When the shop was unable to fix it they told us it was damaged by us despite the delivery driver confirming the damage and instructing me to accept it and then complain. Now they will not accept a return. I'm not sure that's even legal.

Jasper Conran's flagship London store is housed in the 1930s Michelin building, which is shares…read morewith Bibendum, one of Conran's most prestigious of his restaurant empire. Conran's eye for contemporary detail and tastes are ably demonstrated by a stroll through this store which sells everything from furniture to lighting to matches and kitchen gear. There are some strikingly modern designs like Philippe Starck's dual tower Parrot speakers to retro TIMEX digital watches. Being Chelsea, the prices reflect that but it's still a fun stroll through even if you don't to buy anything.

An unusually sited shop, Gallery 136 is a small light in the cultural oasis that is Hither Green…read more it's really raising the bar for the area; lovely imported teak furniture, most of which comes from Indonesia, I think, and there are also paintings by local artists, ceramics from local potters and knick knacks. Prices are pretty reasonable and the owner is very amicable, and will try hard to get you what you're looking for. The shop is arresting from the outside and really stands out from the road's otherwise humdrum shopfronts. Some lovely bookshelves in here that would cost you a fortune elsewhere.

Lovely store, it smells of countryside and good taste. They carry a full range of furniture,…read moreinteriors and accessories. Also they have a service where you can talk to a team that will design glass buildings. So if you are planning to build a study or a nursery they are specialists. This cool store has rooms with furniture and accessories that perfectly go with your new glass house. Cinderella eat your heart out.

Drove past this place so many times I lost count and always wondered what was inside! When we…read morefinally made it in I couldn't believe it, had such amazing products of antique furniture and odds and ends as well as a cafe! Had an amazing lunch and ended up leaving with some gorgeous indian throws, will certainly be back and will bring the hubby next time, apparantly they do live music too!

This is a huge building filled with unusual and slightly exotic furniture and furnishings. Whether…read moreyou're looking for a new bed or a new kitchen table you will find many beautifully crafted articles and some quite unusual ones too. If you don't want to spend that much though it is also a lovely place to buy small gifts for Christmas including jewellery, scarves, ornamental trinkets and a nice range of greeting cards. Also on site there is a small plant shop and a cafe selling a range of teas, coffees, light lunches and a delicious section of cakes which I highly recommend.