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THIS MONTH… 6-14 • INTERIORS Create the ultimate home office with a little help from our interiors expert 16-17 • PROPERTY NEWS The latest from the buzzing Cambridge property market 19 • BOOMTOWN BULLETIN Updates from new residential developments in the area

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WORDS ANGELINA VILLA-CLARKE

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DESKING Whether you have a dedicated home office or a small area tucked away for working, a study needn’t be merely practical and dull. From stylish storage to decadent decorations, read on for inspirational ideas for a space where dreams can become reality

OPULENT OFFICES Rooms that house computers, paperwork and books can often feel crammed and soulless.

If this is the case in your house, it is easy to reinvigorate it by adding a touch of opulence in your decor.

John Mabhegede, the commercial director of Cambridge-based design studio Mineheart gives his advice: “As we all know, an inspiring office environment encourages creativity.

Mineheart’s trompe l’oeil wallpapers will be sure to get the creative juices flowing.

Designed by Young & Battaglia for Mineheart, the White Bookshelf wallpaper, for instance, gives a bright minimalist look. The Vintage Bookshelf Wallpaper, on the other hand, creates an old library or reading room look.

I’d also recommend the White Panelling wallpaper, which calls to mind elegant, Georgian homes. Trompe l’oeil architectural details on the Stone Angels wallpaper, however, are reminiscent of Renaissance

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sculptures so your room is transformed into something out of an Italian palazzo.”

For eye-catching decor that will certainly be thought-provoking, invest in one of Christian Lacroix’s new wallpapers in collaboration with Designers Guild. Entitled Incroyables et Merveilleuses, the bold, eclectic range features zany florals and bright prints, inspired by 18th century follies and gardens.

With its bold, stripe wallpapers, Sandberg is also a good source for creating a striking feature wall. For those wanting something ‘quieter’, however, Graham & Brown’s new Pure collection of wallpapers feature organic shapes and tactile natural textures with a contemporary metallic twist.

“An attractive workspace makes the world of difference and these days you don’t have to choose between functionality and style,” comments Paula Taylor, colour and trends specialist for Graham & Brown. “Let the space reflect the nature of your work to motivate and inspire you. A more neutral environment can be enhanced with pops of colour, plants and accent pieces – don’t be afraid to accessorise. If unsure, look to your walls to set the tone and go for wallpaper: choose a monochrome design for a sleek, contemporary aesthetic, or for more of an impact, choose graphic geometrics in modern, bold shades. Don’t be afraid to embrace a new look – it can revolutionise your time at work!”

When it comes to a colour palette, many of us veer towards neutrals or pastels for a study. While this can work well for a peaceful zone, Josephine Rance, marketing director at

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Farrow & Ball, says that also using a strong colour adds contrast and personality.

“Painting the walls in a light shade such as the crisp All White will help to bounce natural light around the room,” she says.

“Using strong Down Pipe on the floor will help to ground the room. If you need a minimalist space to concentrate, why not paint the walls, floorboards and woodwork in a neutral shade such as Wevet? You will be able to create a crisp, clean style. However, a new trend is to paint walls a darker colour, such as Stiffkey Blue, and then in contrast, paint a piece of furniture, such as your desk in a more softer shade, like Setting Plaster, in order to create a truly unique working area.”

To create a cocooning space that is inviting and warm, invest in thick carpets, such as those at Brintons, or glamourous rugs, like the beautiful designs available at The Rug Seller or the monochrome collection available at Idyll Home. Don’t be afraid of pattern either – a study is an ideal place to go wild with design and works as stimulation when work needs to be done.

“We have seen a surge in demand for our Padstow spot carpet,” says Natalie Littlehales, consumer marketing manager at Brintons. “It comes in a luxurious and versatile shade of blue, in a hard-wearing weave, which pairs perfectly with white or grey office furniture and accessories.”

From B&Q’s Art Deco office wire baskets to Oliver Bonas’s modern pastel clocks, add in accessories that will accentuate your space, offer attractive storage and add style.

For added impact, choose a statement chair, like the velvet range available at Marks and Spencer. It will become like an old friend that you’ll want to return to for reading time or to clear the mind when deadlines are looming.

Claire Vallis, design director, at Harlequin, reveals: “All home offices should have a break-out area – a comfortable place for contemplation away from the computer screen. For something unique, reupholster a vintage chair and match blinds to the fabrics to give the office a luxury feel.”

A room of one’s own. ABOVE For the ultimate office space, opt for a built-in library by Neville Johnson, prices vary. LEFT, FROM LEFT TO RIGHT Add personality with Mineheart’s Vintage Bookshelf wallpaper, £70 per roll; Christian Lacroix wallpaper for Designers Guild, from £65 per roll; Babington Chair in Scala Velvet Plum, £799, and cushions, from £15, from Marks & Spencer.

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S TA N D O U T S T O R AG E For a really effective office space, make sure you declutter properly. Get rid of any surplus paperwork – most things can be accessed online these days – recycle magazines you haven’t looked at in ages and clear out items that are looking tired.

From stacks of pretty boxes to rows of baskets, there are inventive ways in which you can store the things you need to keep without it all becoming an eyesore.

“We have lots of stylish storage solutions, from bright boxes to fun and quirky shelving units, which mean your clutter can become a part of your decor,” says Emma Bier, head of design at Flying Tiger Copenhagen. “A pretty pot of pencils and a stack of colourful notebooks can look fantastic on a funky shelf, such as our circular version, which comes in a range of colours.”

Meanwhile, John Stephens, director of Rencraft, which offers bespoke furniture, points out that storage will vary according to your needs: “Busy families may have more than one person using the space at one time – in these situations more than one desk may be required. Avid readers may need additional shelving, or even a cosy seating area to sit and enjoy their favourite books. If you have a love of technology, you might want space for multiple screens or brackets and shelves for printers and additional gadgets. By utilising all the nuances in the room, such as alcoves and chimney breasts, you’ll be surprised how many innovative ways there are to achieve exactly what you need.”

From Shabby Store’s painted cabinets to Shimu’s Chinese-style filing drawers, be

inventive with how you store your office essentials – and think outside the box (literally). For a practical idea, for instance, The Futon Company’s Lili Sofa Bed gives both a seating area and storage combined.

Jane Sandhar, the Futon Company’s Cambridge store manager, says: “Futons are immensely practical for home study areas, meaning that the space can double up as a spare bedroom. Our Lili Sofa Bed is a fantastic choice – not only does it look stylish but it contains storage underneath so you can hide all your clutter away.

For a zen, appealing space, keep desks and shelves neat and tidy – minimise paperwork, regularly reassess what you need and add pretty boxes or baskets to hide away any essentials that you don’t want on show.”

Tidy it away CLOCKWISE FROM TOP Rencraft’s hand-painted home offices can be made to fit into individual spaces, from £3,500; Elo Wall Clock, £35, from Oliver Bonas; Two-drawer filing cabinet made of light elm wood, £395, from Shimu; Shabby Store’s Tall Light Glazed Cabinet, £1,430; The Futon Company’s Lili Storage Sofa Bed, £399; Circular Shelf, £12, from Flying Tiger

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SURFACE LEVELS The one thing to prioritise when reassessing a study area is the desk. An investment, ‘wow’ piece of furniture is a good option for those working without much paperwork and who want a classic look. While a strippedback desk – such as the Georg Console Table and Stool at Scandi Living – is great for occasional use and gives a minimal feel.

Jenny Hurran of Out There Interiors gives her advice: “If your office is a box room then an oversized desk isn’t practical. Find items that work with the rest of the house – office furniture doesn’t have to be dull and stark.

I love to bring a touch of Provence to my home with French-inspired furniture. Match a rustic desk with a Louis XIV chair and a decadent bookcase. The office should be a relaxing environment to encourage creativity and keep you cool under pressure.”

David Wilder, head designer at I & JL Brown, a leading luxury furniture company, adds: “Gone are the days when the home office was a stuffy, hidden room. With more of us working from home and space at a premium, workspace is often integrated into the main living area. I prefer to place a desk as a ‘behind-the-sofa-table’ when space allows. Whether there or against a wall, treat the desk as a console when styling it. A good light source that isn’t an obvious desk lamp and some decorative pieces will suffice.”

For a dedicated office room, achieve a seamless look with bespoke, built-in furniture, such as those at Langtry Fitted

Furniture. Director Tony Jones gives says: “Built-in storage is immensely practical. It gives a sleek look to a room and, best of all it means you can hide all the files and paperwork that comes with a home study.

Your room will be clutter-free – the perfect space to get to work and be efficient.”

Helen Reeks, group creative development director at Neville Johnson, gives her tips: “Consider what you will be storing in your home office, and what is the minimum amount of storage that you need. Our designers would assist in defining your storage requirements and would then create a room design that meets those requirements within the available space.

We often find that areas like the attic, the

understairs area and wide landings can be perfect places for a home office, and more often than not, you don’t even need a dedicated area – just careful planning!”

Talking of which, for those short on space, Furl’s Flatmate desk is a great option as it folds flush against a wall. While for a modern, industrial look pair My Furniture’s Qubix desk with black accessories (and maybe a blackpainted wall) for dramatic effect.

Jane Rockett, owner of Rockett St George adds: “Working at home is a sign of the times. The home office will become part of everyone’s house, offering a very personal working environment. Individuality, style and functionality can create effective spaces to inspire and motivate.”

Work to do CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT Scandi Living keeps it simple with the Georg Console Table, £449, and Stool, £199; add a touch of drama with the Vintage Style Metal Desk, £425, from Rockett St George; Langtry Furniture can design and fit a bespoke study, prices vary; I & JL Brown’s Hurricane Lamp with Copper Base, £295.

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TURN ON THE LIGHT Lighting is an important practical consideration for your study. Choose effective window treatments or opt for multi-layered lighting – how your office is illuminated will make the difference between a great and mediocre space.

Søren Ravn Christensen, chief creative developer at Vita Copenhagen, says: “A well-lit office space will have different types of lighting ranging from general to task oriented, without omitting the accent or decorative lights. Whenever you choose light sources for a room, you need to consider the purpose of the lamp, the size of the room, the mood you want to set and the look you want to create. Experiment with different types of light fixtures to create the perfect balance.”

From Fritz Fryer’s 50s-style desk lamps to Besselink & Jones’s traditional banker’s lamps with those iconic green shades, having a spotlight on your surface is essential for computer work and reading.

For a feminine touch, try matching with Marks and Spencer’s pretty, coloured glass pendants.

Controlling daylight and glare is also an important factor. Choose practical blinds which can easily be adjusted and which give an unfussy look. Fiona Garwood, director of Cambridge Sunblinds, lends her expertise: “When selecting a blind for an office in the home it is worth considering the position of the window, how much light is needed, how much privacy you want and style. The design needs to enhance the work environment and at the same time fit into the home. If there is likely to be glare from the window, which affects the computer screen, anti-glare fabric, with advanced light-reflecting properties, is available with vertical or roller blinds.”

For a softer look, choose Roman blinds in pretty fabrics, like those available at Little Greene and Vanessa Arbuthnott.

“A home study is such a useful space, perfect for thinking and creating,” Vanessa Arbuthnott says. “Try to keep clutter to a minimum, box files and baskets are great to keep things organised and you can easily coordinate these yourself covering them in complementing fabrics! A comfy stool is a must – there are some great vintage finds out there which can be reupholstered – as well as a sturdy wooden desk with plenty of drawers for all your notebooks, pens and treasures.”

Switched on CLOCKWISE FROM TOP Vita Copenhagen’s Silvia Mini Desk Light, from £49; Vanessa Arbuthnott’s Pretty Maids wallpaper in Dusky Pink, £48 per metre; Vertical Blinds in Dapple Slate, from £135, from Cambridge Sunblinds; traditional Banker’s Lights, £899, and Big Z Lamp, £925, from Besselink & Jones; Paloma coloured glass pendants, from £59, from Marks and Spencer.

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TA K E I T OU TSIDE For those lucky enough to have a large garden, the latest trend for homeworkers is to set up an office away from the home – but, crucially, still within reach of it. From converting summer houses to full-on garden rooms, this idea is eminently practical because it means work stops and you can switch off when you ‘return’ home.

B&Q have a range of summer houses that would suit the occasional office use, while Westbury Garden Rooms can design a modern outhouse with all the fittings you’d need. For something really original, however, look to Garden Hideouts, which offers a range of unique garden buildings – from shepherd’s huts to beautiful timber rooms.

Chris Hill, managing director of Garden Hideouts, says: “A purpose-designed garden room takes your business out of the family home and projects a more professional image – and all at a fraction of the cost of moving or extending. For the complete package, each shepherd hut and garden pod ‘inner’ is created by a specialist interior designer and can come ready fitted and furnished for use as a study or home office.

What’s more, the larger Arca garden room benefits from a themed series of six of the latest designer interiors. You just walk in and start using it without the hassle of finding all the furniture and accessories for your space.

This is really useful for people who are timepoor, or not very design orientated, plus it means your business can be up and running straight away.”

Working just got very appealing.

Hideaway to work TOP Chatsworth Shepherd’s Hut, from £24,590, at Garden Hideouts. SECOND ROW The stylish interiors of the Chatsworth Shepherd’s Hut. THIRD ROW The Arca garden room, from £31,950, at Garden Hideouts. ABOVE LEFT B&Q’s Shiplap Timber Summerhouse, from £581. ABOVE RIGHT A bespoke garden room from Westbury Garden Rooms, prices vary.

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B&Q 0333 014 3357 www.diy.com

SANDBERG www.sandbergwallpaper.com SCANDI LIVING 01428 608050 www.scandiliving.com

BESSELINK & JONES 020 7584 0343 www.besselink.com

SHABBY STORE 01509 323102 www.shabbystore.co.uk

BRINTONS 0800 505 055 www.brintons.co.uk

SHIMU 0800 088 6800 www.shimu.co.uk

CAMBRIDGE SUNBLINDS 01223 460192 www.cambridgesunblinds.co.uk

THE FUTON COMPANY 01223 303537 www.futoncompany.co.uk

Idyll Home

CHRISTIAN LACROIX FOR DESIGNERS GUILD 020 7351 5775 www.designersguild.com

OUT THERE INTERIORS 0208 0997 443 www.outthereinteriors.com

FLYING TIGER COPENHAGEN www.tiger-stores.com

LANGTRY FITTED FURNITURE 01353 725380 www.langtryfurniture.co.uk

RENCRAFT 01892 520730 www.rencraft.co.uk

FRITZ FRYER 01989 567416 www.fritzfryer.co.uk

LITTLE GREENE 020 7935 8844 www.littlegreene.com

ROCKETT ST GEORGE 01444 253391 www.rockettstgeorge.co.uk

FURL 0208 451 6999 www.furl.co.uk

MARKS AND SPENCER 0333 014 8000 www.marksandspencer.com

GARDEN HIDEOUTS 01283 707357 www.gardenhideouts.co.uk

MINEHEART 0845 467 4580 www.mineheart.com

GRAHAM & BROWN 0800 328 8452 www.grahambrown.com/uk

MY FURNITURE 0800 092 1636 www.my-furniture.com

HARLEQUIN 0845 123 6805 www.harlequin.uk.com

NEVILLE JOHNSON 0161 873 8333 www.nevillejohnson.co.uk

IDYLL HOME 01270 812717 www.idyllhome.co.uk

OLIVER BONAS 020 8974 0110 www.oliverbonas.com

FARROW & BALL 01223 367771 www.farrow-ball.com

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THE RUG SELLER 0161 876 4566 www.therugseller.co.uk VANESSA ARBUTHNOTT 01285 831437 www.vanessaarbuthnott.co.uk VITA COPENHAGEN www.vitacopenhagen.com WESTBURY GARDEN ROOMS 01245 326 500 westburygardenrooms.com

The Rug Seller

I & JL BROWN 0207 736 4141 www.ijlbrown.com

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PROPERTY

PROPERTY Edition takes a look at the latest happenings in the buzzing local property market

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Let’s celebrate the city’s hidden landmarks

Peter Rabbit made his way to Cambridge on 23 July to raise awareness of the proposed restoration of Hodson’s Folly.

Peter’s Day Out aimed to kick-start the restoration process.

Mark Wood, partner at Carter Jonas, said: “It’s important to look after our heritage by preserving these historic landmarks and buildings. With all the regeneration and development taking place in and around the city it’s too easy to continue future-gazing and forget about the buildings lying derelict.”

It’s one of the city’s secret landmarks that’s fallen into disrepair, enduring its share of vandalism. Tucked away by the river surrounded by overgrown shrubs, it’s easy to forget it was once grand.

Built by John Hodson in 1887 so he could keep an eye on his daughter while she swam in the river, Hodson’s Folly resembles the period’s classic architectural style. The building later became popular with passers-by wanting to lounge by the water, hidden from the busy city. Situated in the Coe Fen area, Hodson’s Folly is now accessible to the general public.

Cambridge is laced with architectural gems, often meaning the small ones get overlooked and left to deteriorate.

These buildings are part of our city’s history and each one tells a different story. It’s important to raise awareness, combat vandalism to these buildings and encourage restoration. Peter Rabbit’s Day Out brought the community together and helped people love the area again.

For a city steeped in history, restoration alongside redevelopment makes the perfect combination, to keep the past alive while still moving forward.

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WHAT CAN WE EXPECT IN THE POST EU REFERENDUM HOUSING MARKET? Sam Cooke, partner at local agent Cooke, Curtis & Co, appraises the Cambridge market post-Brexit Did you read this column last month? I made a prediction for the EU referendum that was, well, a little bit wrong. But I’ll make no apologies for wrongly predicting the vote outcome, because the important bit I wrote about was right – that whichever way the result went the Cambridge housing market would be fine. And it is, in the main.

So here’s what’s changed. Before the referendum it didn’t really matter what your house was like or which estate agent you put it on the market with, it would sell easily, quickly and for a great price anyway. Agents could often book 20 viewings for the first Saturday, get five offers over the asking price on the Monday morning and spend Monday afternoon on the golf course.

I exaggerate for effect, of course, but it actually was a lot like that.

Now it’s not. Now instead of 20 in a group you book six viewings on the first Saturday, four during the week and two on Sunday. On Monday morning the viewers don’t always ring up and offer at 9.01am, sometimes they want a second viewing (shocking, I know) and sometimes it might have to be at 7pm on a Tuesday because that’s the only time they can do. What used to take a week can now take two or three and, critically, can take a lot more hard and careful work by the agent. The scattergun approach is no longer as successful as it was. You used to be able to pile ’em high and watch ’em fly, now if you pile ’em high with little consideration for what you’re doing you end up with the alternative ending to that cliché – you sell ’em cheap.

Buyers are being more careful about what they buy, arguably more sensible.

They’re taking their time, thinking more, and only parting with their money for the right house at the right price. Last year you didn’t need to cut your lawn or make your bed, the market was moving so fast that it would sell regardless, so why bother? Now you do need to do those things. You need to make properties appealing in their presentation, in their marketing, and in their price.

But do that right and it’s still absolutely fine out there in the housing

market. Buyers definitely still want to buy, but I sense they’re currently battling against the power of the self-fulfilling prophecy. Dear old George Osborne promised a Brexit vote would definitely crash house prices and as buyers pick up the phone to make me an offer I think that’s what’s in the back of their mind.

But crucially they are still picking up the phone. They’re not getting too carried away with the offers they make, because they don’t want to pay over the odds as they can’t necessarily rely on a ten per cent value increase in the next year to bail

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them out, but they are still making offers. Decent offers.

As I write this in mid-July we’re on target to sell the same number of houses as we did in June, perhaps even a few more, and for about the same average sale price to asking price ratio, but interestingly it’s on the back of less than half the number of viewings booked.

And I don’t think that’s a bad thing at all.

Booking massive numbers of viewings on houses sounds very exciting and impressive, but it’s actually a bit pointless when you can only sell to one person and the pressure buyers were under to make snap decisions after a ten-minute viewing would quite regularly result in them changing their mind and backing out down the line. A slightly slower, more calculated market is arguably more sustainable and efficient, which is better for everyone.

Good houses, properly priced and well marketed, are still selling and selling well. We still have thousands of highly skilled new jobs in the area and those people still need somewhere to live. Renting is still a pain and buying is still preferable because it’s still the only way to get security of tenure. And critically, to most people, a house is a home first and an investment second, they’re buying something to live in, not to make a profit from.

Another interesting point is that if your savings are in euros, US dollars or yuan, and lots of Cambridge buyers’ are, British property prices just got 15% more attractive without actually changing, which is very appealing.

So if you’re thinking of selling soon all you need to do is get good advice and be realistic with your ambitions, and it’ll still work out just dandy.

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BOOMTOWN

The latest from Cambridge’s new property developments

Bulletin NEW HOMES AT ROSE LANE Four highly-impressive family homes are available at a new development from Enterprise Property Group in Great Chesterford. Each unique home features a timeless, elegant facade, spacious interiors and specifications designed with modern living in mind.

The three-floor homes, which start at £1,995,000, have five bedrooms, gated driveways, double garages and generous gardens. They feature solar-powered electricity, fireplaces and high-spec kitchens.

If that’s not enough, there’s also flexible secondfloor space with a shower room, bedroom five and a study or home office.

The master bedrooms and second bedrooms in each property all have en-suites and dressing rooms as well as balconies.

In the village there’s a primary school, pub, surgery and deli all close by.

Saffron Walden and Cambridge are both within a short drive, whilst Great Chesterford station is just over ten minutes walk away from the homes, with links to London and Cambridge.

Enterprise Property Group has a strong commitment to delivering sustainable homes designed for modern living to address sustainability and lowenergy/low-carbon emission needs. The agents for the properties are Savills and Knight Frank in Bishops Stortford. www.savills.co.uk

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Unique FAMILY HOMES

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