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COTSWOLD LUXURY PROPERTY | ARCHITECTURE | DESIGN | INTERIORS
HOMES & INTERIORS MAGAZINE
WINTER 2014
WINTER 2014
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A Furniture Store for the
Contemporary Country Home You may think of Holloways as the specialist in conservatory and garden furniture, but they have now expanded into all areas of the home — and their style ‘Contemporary Country Living’ reflects how we live now. Furniture that represents contemporary design and British craftsmanship with living, dining, bedroom, conservatory and garden all covered. Furniture that will enhance modern country homes and converted rural buildings — and that is perfect for family life. Sharing their knowledgeable advice, Holloways will help you create your interior — to choose upholstered sofas and match them with occasional tables and chairs, or find an oak dining table for family and entertaining, and choose the prefect chairs to go with it. And then add made-to-measure curtains, cushions, rugs and lighting to bring it all together. You may prefer classic luxury, or an uncluttered, contemporary theme, or the latest trend in vintage style — it is all there. No matter what your taste, from colourful fabrics and floral prints, to plain linens and interesting textures, you won’t be disappointed with the range of fabrics to choose from either. In a delightful countryside setting, Holloways are building a reputation as a great destination store for all types of furniture, plus everything you might need to create a beautiful country home.
Suffolk table with Havana chairs Rowan
Fact file: Holloways, Lower Court, Suckley, Worcestershire WR6 5DE t: 01886 884665 e: sales@holloways.co.uk Open: Monday – Saturday 9am-5pm Sundays (April-August) 11am-4pm The Glasshouse Café at Holloways serves local, fresh and delicious food. Open for morning coffee, lunch and afternoon tea.
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To find out more and to see Holloways entire furniture collection online visit: www.holloways.co.uk
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Emma Sims-Hilditch when she was approached to breathe new life into a Grade I listed crescent known as Somerset Place, it was a match made in heaven
34 Kitchen Gallery – taking interior ideas and turning them into reality 44 Baxter – opens doors to first flagship showroom in the UK during London Design Festival, spearheaded by interior designer Anna-Grace Davidson 56 Topfloor – introduces The ‘Script’ Collection. A creative collaboration between rug deisnger Esti Barnes and contemporary calligrapher Hassan Massoudy 80 Emma Sims-Hilditch present their beautiful transformation of an 11th Century Grade II listed manor house into a contemporary family home
Published by Cotswold Style Ltd Publisher, Paul Bates paul@stylemagazines.co.uk
Founder, Matthew Evans
Sales Director, Mark Cuzner mark@stylemagazines.co.uk Advertising Sales, Alastair McClare ali@stylemagazines.co.uk Art Editor, Nick Clark nclark@stylemagazines.co.uk Production Consultant, Hilary Collier hcollier@stylemagazines.co.uk Office Manager, Carley O’Dea office@stylemagazines.co.uk
Anna-Grace Davidson – Page 44
Emma Sims-Hilditch – Pages 8 & 80
For all enquiries please contact the office on 01242 220239
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FOREWORD It’s that time of year again when I have the opportunity in extending the warmest of seasonal greetings to you all, together with welcoming you to our winter edition of Luxury. This year it’s packed full of inspiring articles and a superb selection of some jaw-dropping properties across our beautiful Cotswold region. In this edition Emma Sims-Hilditch breathes new life into an 11th century family home (see page 80). Luxury leather specialist, Baxter opens its doors to a fabulous showroom during the London Design Festival, spearheaded by interior designer Anna- Grace Davidson (see page 44). As always we bring you some fabulous design ideas courtesy of our talented and dedicated advertisers. I do hope you enjoy this edition, and as they say, ‘we’ve got it all wrapped up for you.’ Enjoy the winter season…roll on the spring!
Paul Bates Publisher
Published by Cotswold Style Ltd. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced,copied in anyway, either digitally or mechanically without prior written consent of Cotswold Style Ltd. Whilst every effort hasbeen made to ensure the accuracy of the information at the time of going to press, neither Cotswold Style Ltd nor the Editor accept any liability, responsibility or loss resulting from any person acting,refraining from acting or any otheraction as a result of any material in this publication.Neither can Cotswold Style Ltd have any responsibility for the accuracy of the content of editorial,content written or within advertising claims of its clients. The opinions of the authors are their own and Cotswold Style Ltd and the Editor are not bound to agree with the opinions expressed within this publication. Neither the Editor nor Cotswold Style Ltd will be held liable for any manuscripts or photos or other materials lost or damaged whilst in their possession, though every care will be taken. Publication of acceptedarticles is not always guaranteed by Cotswold Style Ltd or its Editor.
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Made in England with pride and passion
The Real Wood Furniture Company makes a unique collection of country chairs and furniture, using stunning cuts of native timbers – English oak, burr oak, ash, cherry and elm.
‘meeter and greeter’ Scrumpie-pup with principal of the company Chris Baylis
Buy from the floor or have a piece designed and made specially to suit your purpose and space. Principal of the business Chris Baylis and showroom manager James Burrough will be happy to spend time with you to explain the options of design, timber, colour and finish. Home consultations are gladly offered.
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Wander the spacious Woodstock showrooms.... look, touch, relax and be inspired. As the visitor's book says: ‘it's a shop full of dreams’.
London House, Oxford Street, Woodstock, Oxfordshire OX20 1TS Tel: 01993 813887 www.rwfco.com
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FEATURE | Grade I Listed Crescent
Heaven on
EARTH A Sims Hilditch project With projects ranging from country hotels to manor estates, Emma Sims Hilditch is recognised as a specialist in bespoke interiors for listed buildings. So when she was approached to breathe new life into a Grade I listed crescent known as Somerset Place, it was a match made in heaven. enowned for serpentine crescents overlooking the rolling Cotswold landscape, Bath is a world heritage city that wears its architecture proudly. Somerset Place is no exception and has survived as something of a time capsule full of original Georgian plasterwork, fireplaces and original detailing from the late 1790s. “I believe that good design is not merely a discipline but a way of life that seeks to challenge, inspire and engage,” says Emma. “When dealing with period properties, one
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has to work closely with each client to preserve the authenticity of the architecture but in a way that reflects current lifestyles and needs.” Emma and her team applied this philosophy at Somerset Place, which has a history to match its landmark status. The façade was designed by John Eveleigh in the late 1700s and is a typical example of “Queen Anne front and Mary-Anne back” design characteristic of the era. Original purchasers would have bought a length of
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the façade and employed their own architects to finish the rear. The Second World War took a heavy toll on the property, which was badly damaged in the Bath Blitz in 1942. Following the war, the damage was gradually repaired and the building was integrated into the Bath Spa University campus. It was in 2005 that Somerset Place again made history as it became the first crescent in its entirety to be offered for sale in 200 years. Sims Hilditch were approached by
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Future Heritage Group to be part of a development team tasked with restoring the property to its original glory. “It is very rare that an entire Grade I listed crescent is put up for sale. In fact, the last time one was on the market was when George III was on the throne so we were thrilled to be a part of its rejuvenation,” says Emma. Bringing her signature style to the duplex garden maisonette was a matter of balancing the investor’s penchant for
colourful contemporary living with the bones of the building. “Our interior design scheme looked to preserve the elegant character of the historic Georgian architecture, whilst sympathetically introducing a contemporary palette of bright accents, luxurious materials, wide oak floor boards and a complementary mix of modern and traditional lighting,” says Emma. Before Sims Hilditch were brought on board, the apartment seemed to have a split
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FEATURE | Grade I Listed Crescent
“It is very rare that an entire Grade I listed crescent is put up for sale.”
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personality. Firstly, the duplex layout meant a physical dislocation between reception rooms on the ground floor and bedrooms on the lower ground floor. Another challenge was that the front rooms had more period features while the rear rooms felt more contemporary as they had been added later. “It was vital that the generous proportions and striking period features took centre stage, so the design was stripped back to create a clean, classical feel that emphasised the natural light and mainly south facing views,” says Emma. With the design concept in place, the first port of call was to address the flooring on the ground floor in order to create a basis for other design elements. “We were keen to achieve a chalky white feel to the floor,” explains Emma. “In this case, the flooring sets the mood and is a signature feature
which pulls the entire ground floor together.” Colour is another feature which is artfully used as a unifying element that also gives each room a unique identity. In the drawing room, colours pick up the artwork from the owners private collection, while the considered use of greens and purples in the rear rooms and open plan kitchen dining area create a chromatic precursor to the landscaped garden. As a keen cook, the kitchen is one of Emma’s favourite areas in the home. When it comes to designing kitchens for clients, the first thing she does is imagine how it could enhance their way of living. “You don’t need a lot of space for a kitchen to work but it is vital that it is easy to navigate. An island is brilliant for making a space sociable and also for acting as a boundary.” Not surprisingly, a key part of the scheme was
making the most of the natural light, especially in the lower ground floor rooms. When it comes to maximising natural light, Emma advises the use of reflective materials like glass, metal and mirror. “These do have a contemporary feel so it’s important to balance these finishes with textured materials like the grass cloth wallpaper which we used on the walls or the elegant linens and sophisticated silks we used for the bedrooms.” The overall result is seamless classic yet contemporary style; the signature look for which Emma is known. “It’s all about giving a nod to the old while creating a link to new,” she says. “It was a delight to be able to do this in a building as unique as Somerset Place.” SIMS-HILDITCH www.simshilditch.com COTSWOLD LUXURY
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AT HOME .. . Sims Hilditch paired Neptune’s traditional Chichester kitchen with a stunning Harrogate dining table and chairs to create a focal point for family life. Neptune by Sims Hilditch, SN14 8JR, info@neptunebysimshilditch.com
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Cheltenham 4.5 miles, Cirencester 19 miles, Oxford 36 miles A classic Cotswold Rectory with a stylish, modern interior. Reception hall, 3 reception rooms, kitchen/breakfastroom, 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2 bedroom coach house with garaging and storage, beautiful formal gardens and tenniscourt. In all about 1.8 acres Guide Price ÂŁ3,500,000
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Bisley 2 miles, Cirencester 12 miles, M4 (J15) 30 miles Historic Grade II Listed country house with enormous character and magnificent rural views. Reception hall, 3 reception rooms, 2 studies, kitchen, 6 bedrooms, dressing room and 3 bathrooms. 2 bedroom cottage. Listed barn and delightful gardens. In all about 10.5 acres.
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Minchinhampton 2 miles • Nailsworth 2 miles • Stroud 3 miles An impressive and beautifully presented Edwardian family house commanding a truly spectacular view. Reception hall, 3 reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast room, gym, study, 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, parking, garaging, gardens and grounds. In all about 1.2 acres. Guide price: £1,500,00
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Cranham 1 mile, Painswick 3 miles, Gloucester 6 miles, Cheltenham 8 miles A handsome country house, tucked away in a wooded setting. Hall, 3 reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast room, 4 bedrooms, dressing room, 3 bathrooms. Garaging with annexe/home office over. Parking, gardens and paddock. EPC rating C. In all about 4 acres.
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ABBEY HOUSE: AN HISTORIC HOUSE WITH WORLD FAMOUS GARDENS MALMESBURY, WILTSHIRE
Ground Floor: Reception hall Drawing room Library Kitchen/breakfast room Secondary kitchen Studio Utility Belvedere. Lower Ground Floor: Abbots hall Games room with wine store Pantry Cloakroom with 2 WCs. First Floor: Master bedroom 4 guest bedrooms Living room/kitchenette Family bathroom Cloakroom Second bathroom (not completed). Second Floor: 9 bedrooms Shower room Kitchenette WC . Outside: Exceptional gardens and grounds including formal gardens River gardens Herb garden Plentiful herbaceous borders and fish ponds. In all about 1.8 hectares (4.5 acres).
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FIELD HOUSE: A HANDSOME PERIOD HOUSE WITH WELL PROPORTIONED ROOMS LASBOROUGH, TETBURY
Spacious entrance hall Drawing room Dining/music room Study Oak framed garden room Kitchen with Aga and large Breakfast room Utility room Store room 5 bedrooms 4 bathrooms Double garage Well maintained hard tennis court, sheltered from view Top quality greenhouse 3 garden sheds Tennis court and grounds of about 2 acres Situated in a beautiful Cotswold hamlet with excellent straight forward access to all the principal towns and cities in the area.
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THE OLD RECTORY: A FINE GRADE II* COTSWOLD RECTORY WITHINGTON, GLOUCESTERSHIRE
Accommodation and amenities: Reception halls Drawing room Dining room Kitchen/Breakfast room Sitting room/Library Further sitting room Magnificent banqueting hall Billiard room Cellars Master bedroom suite Guest bedroom suite Integral studio flat with bathroom 3 further bedrooms 1 further bathroom and shower room 2 bedroom staff/guest cottage Storage barn Stables Tennis court Swimming pool Extensive gardens Walled garden Lake Woodland Fine views Gross internal floor area: 8,020 sq. ft. In all about 6.4 acres.
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THE OLD FORGE: AN IMMACULATE HOME IN A PICTURESQUE COTSWOLD VILLAGE EDGEWORTH, GLOUCESTERSHIRE
The Main House: Spacious Reception Hall Drawing Room Orangery Dining Room Kitchen/Breakfast Room Larder Wine Cellar 2 Cloakrooms Study Master Bedroom with En Suite Bathroom and Dressing Room 3 Further Bedroom Suites 2 Further Bedrooms Bathroom Ancillary: 1 Bedroom Flat Double Garage Sitting Room/Store 1 Bedroom Guest Suite Games Room Gym Gardens and Grounds Formal Gardens Tennis Court About 0.93 acres.
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Aldsworth, Gloucestershire Guide Price ÂŁ1,295,000 An extremely impressive and beautifully presented 6 bedroom period barn conversion offering over 4300 square feet of accommodation, parking and landscaped gardens situated within a conservation area in the pretty Cotswold village of Aldsworth. EPC:E
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Nr Lechlade, Gloucestershire Guide Price ÂŁ1,350,000 A 4 bedroom Jade property overlooks Bowmoor Lake, benefitting from a south facing position that captures optimal sun as well as beautiful sunsets across the individual islands. EPC:C
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Nr Malmesbury, Wiltshire Guide Price ÂŁ1,249,000 A beautifully presented 5/6 bedroom period barn conversion that has been extended and renovated to a high standard by the current owners and is situated in an enchanting setting, offering a little under 6 acres, outstanding rural views, one bedroom annexe, outbuildings. EPC:D
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Bibury, Gloucestershire Guide Price ÂŁ725,000 A rare opportunity to purchase an attractive Grade II Listed three bedroom house situated in a picture perfect setting within this idyllic Cotswold village. Parking and pretty gardens.
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Burford Sales 01993 220 555 Burford Lettings 01993 220 888 www.pennyandsinclair.co.uk www.staycotswold.com Connecting the Cotswolds with the Oxford and London network
FEATURE PROPERTY Burford, Oxfordshire – Furnished Guide Price: £2,000 pcm plus utilities A gorgeous Grade II Listed 3 bedroom cottage with mature walled garden in the heart of picturesque Burford. Accommodation arranged over three floors comprising sitting/dining room, kitchen, 3 bedrooms (2 en-suites), beautifully furnished. Available immediately for Short or Long Term Letting.
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Eastleach, Gloucestershire – Furnished Guide price £1,500 pcm plus utilities
Windrush, Gloucestershire – Unfurnished Guide price: £1,575 pcm plus utilities
Little Barrington, Near Burford – Furnished Guide Price: £1,750 pcm plus utilities
A pretty 3 bedroom stone barn conversion situated on the Eastleach Downs on a small Cotswold estate. Open plan living area, sitting room with wood burning stove, dining room, kitchen with AGA, ground floor double bedroom/family room, cloakroom and 2 further double bedrooms upstairs (1 en-suite) plus family bathroom. Available immediately.
A semi-detached period stone 4 bedroom property in an idyllic Cotswold village setting opposite the Church green. Accommodation arranged over three floors comprising sitting/dining room, kitchen and utility room, 4 bedrooms (1 en-suite), family bathroom. Garage and rear garden. Unfurnished. Available immediately for Long Term Letting.
A pretty 3 bedroom cottage with a multi-level terraced garden, located in the heart of Little Barrington. Kitchen, dining room with wood burner, living room with wood burner, 3 bedrooms, family bathroom. Available immediately for Short or Long Term Letting.
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Burford Sales 01993 220 555 Burford Lettings 01993 220 888 www.pennyandsinclair.co.uk www.staycotswold.com Connecting the Cotswolds with the Oxford and London network
Kencot, Oxfordshire/Gloucestershire border
Guide price ÂŁ775,000
An impressive 19th century barn conversion set in mature part walled gardens in this charming Cotswold village with potential to extend further. Entrance hall, sitting room, kitchen/breakfast room, cloakroom, master bedroom suite, 3 further bedrooms, bathroom. Front and rear gardens, double garage, driveway providing parking. EPC rating = D
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Burford Sales 01993 220 555 Burford Lettings 01993 220 888 www.pennyandsinclair.co.uk www.staycotswold.com Connecting the Cotswolds with the Oxford and London network
Shipton-under-Wychwood, Oxfordshire
Guide price ÂŁ665,000
A beautifully presented barn conversion with a mature south facing garden and a fabulous open aspect to the rear overlooking an open field, 2 acres of which belongs to the property. Entrance lobby, family room, sitting/dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, utility, cloakroom, master bedroom suite, 3 further bedrooms and a family bathroom. Double garage with space over. Mature gardens and 2 acres of adjoining field. EPC rating = D.
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Burford Sales 01993 220 555 Burford Lettings 01993 220 888 www.pennyandsinclair.co.uk www.staycotswold.com Connecting the Cotswolds with the Oxford and London network
Clanfield, Oxfordshire
Guide price ÂŁ625,000
An attractive Grade II Listed stone built property with much character and period features throughout, set in a large plot with a part walled west facing garden in this popular Oxfordshire village. Entrance porch, sitting room, study, dining room, kitchen, utility area, cloakroom, conservatory, master bedroom with dressing room & en-suite bathroom, 2 further double bedrooms, 2/3 attic bedrooms, second floor wc. Mature garden, driveway providing ample parking space.
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SieMatic kitchens are widely regarded as being among the very best available anywhere. That’s why Kitchen Gallery is proud to be an exclusive supplier of these superior products. There is inspiration galore at kitchengallery.co.uk, but to truly appreciate the workmanship and undeniable beauty of SieMatic kitchens, nothing compares to experiencing them in the flesh. Kitchen Gallery has two award-winning showrooms in Solihull and Stratford-UponAvon, serving to bring kitchen dreams to life. Kitchen Gallery 257 Birmingham Road, Stratford Upon Avon, Warwickshire, CV37 0BF www.kitchengallery.co.uk Tel: 01789 267 001 COTSWOLD LUXURY
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FEATURE | Flagship Store
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STYLE Leather luxury specialist Baxter opens doors to first flagship showroom in the UK during London Design Festival, spearheaded by interior designer Anna-Grace Davidson and her team at Anna Casa
axter is proud to open the doors to their first official UK flagship showroom in the heart of Mayfair’s interior design hub on Hay Hill. Championing innovation and sophisticated style, the luxury brand opened during Lon-don Design Festival and is spearheaded by leading interior designer Anna-Grace Davidson and her expert team at Anna Casa. The debut collection features a variety of beautiful pieces inspired by design through the decades; from unique vintage desks to classic 1950’s style sofas and armchairs through to contemporary tables and lighting, there is something for every discerning client. Beautiful strong tones can be seen throughout the collection and are emphasised when
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paired with materials such as brass on the small tables and lamps. There are a number of standout pieces including the iconic Chester Moon sofa by acclaimed designer Paola Navone, and the Tactile sofa by architect Vincenzo De Cottis, which showcase the perfect interpretation of Baxter’s sensory qualities of leather with its soft embracing lines, quilting and careful attention to detail. Draga E Aurel’s finely detailed Dalma Chairs with tufted leather plus their distinctive iron and copper Loren Side Tables, available in several natural and metallic finishes, is also featured. Finally, Roberto Lazzoni’s Colette
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Chair showcases Baxter’s brand new coloured and printed soft leather upholstery. “I am thrilled to be a part of Baxter ensuring that the brand remains at the forefront of the high-end luxury furni-ture market,” said Anna-Grace Davidson, Interior Designer and Creative Director at Anna Casa. “Baxter has built a legacy on being devoted to the highest levels of quality and craft, preserving their excellence by continuously producing artistic, cutting edge creations which sets them apart in the industry. I am proud to oversee their growth and expansion here in London,” Davidson continued.
Renowned for valuing traditional craftsmanship with a passionate approach to quality Italian design, Baxter has long been established as one of best leather furniture companies in the industry. Having worked with Baxter for over 5 years, the team at Anna Casa are delighted to be managing the flagship showroom and will offer clients knowledge, skill, in-depth advice and guidance on finishes and leathers for all Baxter products. For more information www.baxterlondon.net
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“Baxter has built a legacy on being devoted to the highest levels of quality and craft”
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A Room with a VIEW With this fantastic spell of weather we are experiencing, what better way to enjoy your home than with a Rebate building. Bringing the outside in, creating the perfect room to relax, dine and for simply enjoying your garden.
Above and below: This traditional conservatory which incorporated two gables, is a fantastic addition to this period country house. It has been positioned to take advantage of both the stunning country views and vistas of the landscaped gardens. The floor area of this traditional conservatory has allowed the owners to make the most of the space it provides by separating the dining and living areas. This creates a feeling of space while still maintaining an intimate setting for entertaining.
Above: Carefully designed to create a living area in a previously unused part of the garden, this formal orangery has allowed the owners to open up the original kitchen, flooding in light and offering a wonderful space in which to dine and relax.
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Leekes Melksham, Beanacre Road, Wilts. SN12 8AG Tel: 0333 222 4120 | Online: leekes.co.uk
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Visit our new design showroom in Evesham
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Browse our full range of wood and stone products Meet with our design consultants for advice and inspiration Leave the children to play in our Kids Corner Grab a complimentary coffee After you have designed your perfect floor we will help you find your nearest retailer So what are you waiting for? Come and visit us today!
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FEATURE | Rugs
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SILK Topfloor introduces The ‘SCRIPT’ Collection. A Creative Collaboration Between Rug Designer Esti Barnes and Contemporary Calligrapher Hassan Massoudy
ulti-award winning rug designer and founder of Topfloor, Esti Barnes, announces nine new rugs and wallhangings inspired by the work of internationallyacclaimed artist Hassan Massoudy whose bold modern take on the ancient art of calligraphy is prized by art connoisseurs around the world. Esti’s idea for SCRIPT was to interpret Hassan’s two-dimensional artwork, into a more substantial and tactile form. The result captures the energy and dynamism of the original and reflects the blend of Middle and Far Eastern styles that have shaped Massoudy’s work. The result is a happy marriage of art and interior design. The nine designs that form SCRIPT, each hand-made substantially in silk, can be used as rugs or wall-hangings. The rugs are made using a labour-intensive process, which involves each
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tiny detail being hand woven, knot-by-knot to fully capture Massoudy’s distinctive style. The rugs can be customised and made to order in their original colourways as limited edition pieces. Topfloor will also undertake fully bespoke commissions, normally for major contract sector clients, taking the original as a starting point. The designs are named PATIENCE, PEACE, DREAM, EARTH, OH FRIEND!, FIRE, WATER and ROOTS. Each one is tagged with its own short proverb or line of verse from the different cultures that inspired Massoudy. Often in stylised Arabic script, these can be included in the finished rug if desired. Commenting on the collaboration, Esti Barnes, founder of Topfloor, said: ‘This has been two years in the making. As a designer and having grown up in Istanbul, I have always had a fascination for the classical forms of calligraphy. I tracked down the best weavers we could find who could handle the incredibly detailed work and I should say we are pleased with the result’. Massoudy added, ‘When Esti first proposed her ideas I was intrigued. I know a lot about art and calligraphy but apart from the carpets from my childhood growing up in Iraq, not much about rugs. However, as I start to understand the very different techniques involved in our two crafts, I can only say how impressed I am with the result’. The SCRIPT Collection prices start from £1750 per square metre and may be ordered direct from TopFloor, 2-6 Chelsea Harbour Design Centre, London SW10 0XE. T: +44 20 7795 3333. E: info@topfloorrugs.com www.topfloorrugs.com
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Regent Windows Unit 1 and 2 Malmesbury Road Kingsditch Trading Estate Cheltenham Gloucestershire GL51 9PL Tel: 01242 690 545 Email: info@regentwindows.co.uk www.regentwindows.co.uk
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Glebelands
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Regent has been Manufacturing and Installing Bespoke windows and doors since 1994. Our emphasis on Durable Materials and an Engineering-Led approach that Focuses on Longevity has lead to Regent being nominated for a RIBA award. Our extensive work with Commercial Design and close relationships with leading Architects mean years of Experience and Know-How can be brought to bear on your Project. We’re Local Family-Run business who employ local people in our Factory, Showroom and Offices in Cheltenham. Everything we do is Fabricated and Installed by our Staff. Now in our 20th year of Fabricating and Installing Aluminium, PVC and Glass; our Conservatories, Lantern roofs, Bi-Folding Doors and Windows are found all over Gloucestershire, as well as throughout the UK.
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A unique collection of stunning furniture and accessories designed for customers who want to make a style statement
Exclusive in our field, focussing on exceptional individual pieces. Many of our items are genuine antiques which have been lovingly restored and are truly unique. Luxury furniture with a real wow factor, any piece from The Flying Fox Interiors range is sure to be a welcome addition to any room. Whether your looking for Classic Furniture or an Urban Safari look, luxurious pieces work with any decor style, from period to modern.
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Homes of Distinction Whether its a Countryside Hideaway, Town House or Country Estate The Flying Fox has inspirational furnishings.
Taxidermy may be as old as the Pyramids, but its recent use in interior design has cast the art in a new light. Taxidermy is no longer for hunting lodges and curiosity cabinets. If your not quite sure about the real thing, have a look at our more contemporary textile taxidermy. www.theflyingfox.co.uk Tel. 01869 278696
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parlourfarm beautiful bespoke kitchens handmade in the Cotswolds for over 20 years
Our own team of local craftsmen are passionate about making your dream kitchen come true.
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Live the dream. Imagine your dream kitchen...what do you see? Luxurious materials, bespoke design and the finest craftsmanship; with Bower Willis these come as standard. How about an infinite combination of styles, doors and worktops. Innovative cooking technology, stunning design features and oodles of practical storage space. And that kitchen island you’ve always wanted. Combine this with passionate attention to detail and tireless dedication of our design team and you’ve found the perfect recipe for a dream kitchen. Visit our showroom to bring your kitchen ideas to life. You’re sure to be inspired.
Come in and see us at The Coach House, 3b New Street, Shipston On Stour, Warwickshire, CV36 4EW. Call us on 01608 690 870 Visit www.bowerwillisdesigns.co.uk
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Beautifully made painted furniture, just the way you want it.
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Now is the time to start thinking about the latest interior design trends for the coming season. So don’ t let the winter blues get you down and instead start planning how beautiful your home is going to look with one of our stunning painted furniture collections.
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FEATURE | Contemporary Manor House
Dare to
DREAM A Sims Hilditch project Transforming an 11th Century Grade II listed manor house into a contemporary family home was all about rethinking the space for award winning interior designer, Emma Sims Hilditch erched high above the local village and set amongst rolling lawns and 1 acre lake, this charming Dorset manor house enjoys an outlook almost as spectacular as its history. The property dates back to the time of William the Conqueror, who gifted the manor to one of his favourite noblemen. The building literally has its heritage etched into the very stone, with names and dates carved into window frames and other unlikely places. When the manor house was recently purchased, the new owners decided the time had come to transform it from its manorial past into
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a light-filled, contemporary home. To assist them in striking the right balance between preserving the patina of the past while bringing the interior up to date, the owners turned to Cotswold based interior designer, Emma Sims Hilditch. Emma is known for her skill in breathing new life into listed buildings. Hers is an understated aesthetic that introduces contemporary lifestyle elements in a manner that is sympathetic to history and heritage. “Listed buildings should be more than just time capsules for period features,” says Emma.
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“They should be lived in and enjoyed in a way that makes sense for contemporary needs but without jeopardising their rich character.” For Emma, the starting point is always to strip back as much as possible in order to get a sense of the bones of a property. “It’s important to peel away the layers of previous decoration to discover the building’s raw materiality,” she explains. In the case of this Dorset manor house, she discovered something of an historical jigsaw puzzle; Norman and Georgian architecture pieced together with beautiful wooden beams,
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“The goal was to redefine the space to be better for modern living”
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original stone walls, ancient flagstone floors, large fireplaces and detailed wooden panelling. “This is where I drew my inspiration before looking at how to design the interior in a way that made sense for my client’s lifestyle and the space,” says Emma. The key task was to re-evaluate the existing configuration of the rooms, especially on the ground floor. As the clients did not want a formal dining room but hankered after a large kitchen and open living area, Emma made some bold changes. “The goal was to redefine the space to be better for modern living,” says Emma. “By doing away with the formal dining room, we were able to relocate the drawing room into this stunning Georgian wing of the house. We then reconfigured the old drawing room into a large open-plan kitchen-dining room, which gave us further scope to create a beautifully functional laundry and bootroom in what had been the old kitchen.” The kitchen was an especially satisfying area to design as it initially presented a number of
challenges in terms of introducing fitted furniture to crooked walls and uneven floors. Emma’s solution was to design bespoke cabinets that perfectly fit the space. “Sometimes standard cabinets just don’t do the trick but our team has an ace up our sleeve when it comes to knowledge and skill in furniture design.” Emma also reconfigured the rooms on the first and second floors to create a beautiful master bedroom and en suite bathroom that make the most of the open beams. The ceiling height is accentuated by the clever use of wallpaper to create an airy yet intimate feeling. The overall result is seamlessly classic yet contemporary; an aesthetic that Emma cultivates in both her work and personal life. “I believe that good design is not merely a discipline but a way of life. It was a delight to be able to apply this philosophy to a building as unique as this.” SIMS-HILDITCH www.simshilditch.com
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‘The Best Alternative to Cotswold Stone’ Whether you are the owner of an historic house or barn, or an architect looking for a visually appealing material to set your new development apart WinchcombeTile are the company to help. Based at the edge of the North Cotswolds, Winchcombe Tile offers the most elegant and cost effective alternative to natural stone roof tiles on the market. As they produce replica stone slates and tiles they are not limited in the types of stone they can reproduce; and are able to duplicate colour, tone and texture of most regional stones – not just in the UK, but across Europe also. The stone tiles are approved by all local authority conservation departments for use inrestricted areas and because they are the same weight as their natural counterparts they can be installed in re-roofing projects with no additional structural supports. Full technical support is freely given and an installation service is also available for those wishing to have an entire package. Winchcombe Tile Ltd 3 Station Approach, Greet Road, Winchcombe, Gloucestershire, GL54 5LB Tel: 01242 602552 Fax: 01242 604314 Email: enquiries@winchcombetile.co.uk www.winchcombetile.co.uk
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FEATURE | Travel: Guatemala & Belize
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MAYAN DISCOVERY Self-professed adventuress Lucy Garbutt experienced the mayans, markets and marlins of Central America. uatemala & Belize are unique, striking and a bit of a revelation. My journey through Central America sits high up there as a shining highlight of my travelling life. The story of this adventure could absorb volumes so I will speed through some of the unforgettable experiences. The old colonial city of Antigua is charming with its cobblestone streets, historic relics and colonial plazas. It was flattened by an earthquake in 1773 and has been extensively restored and is listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO since 1979. It is a treat to meander the streets and enjoy the wonderful sights. Just west of Antigua on the Pan-American Highway is Lake Atitlan. Travelling these
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roads is a spectacle in itself with pickups driven by men in cowboy hats; mighty trucks, and old US school buses whizzing around to keep to the schedules. They call them ‘chicken buses’ because so many passengers travel with their chickens. There are some wonderful places to stay at Lake Atitlan from which to enjoy the stupendous views of the lake and surrounding scenery. Inset is a view from the botanical gardens at Hotel Lake Atitlan which is on the lake shore and wonderful for bird watching and some gentle hiking. Case Palopo is a boutique property with exuberant colours, full of character, ensconced in a dress-circle seat above the eastern shore. For a ‘wanna-be’ anthropologist,
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FEATURE | Travel: Guatemala & Belize
Guatemala’s markets are a complete treat for people-watching, colour and action. Chichicastenango is a wonderfully authentic market, still catering for the locals but is also popular with tourists searching for local treasures, such as painted masks and embroidery to take home as souvenirs as well as all the beautifully woven bags, hats, toys and articles of clothing. Off the beaten track you can find yourself almost the only outsider in some areas, such as Solola Market. The women wear the huipiles, which is part smock, part poncho bedazzling in fiery coloured cotton cloth with the men wearing embroidered trousers. Each of the country’s ethnic groups has its own costume and language and the markets offer a fascinating insight into such a passionate culture. An unforgettable experience is to then take a short flight up the Flores to see the great jungle ruins of Tikal, where vast, preChristian temples protrude from the forest canopy. Tikal National Park is in the heart of the jungle surrounded by lush vegetation and boasts one of the major sites of Mayan civilizations. The ceremonial centre contains superb temples and palaces and the surrounding countryside is scattered with remains of dwellings. Historically, culturally and architecturally it is breathtaking. My journey took me from here by boat to Belize. The river was festooned with woodpeckers, herons, kingfishers, darters, egrets,
kites, iguanas and crocodiles. One of the most stunning moments was when trees laden with dozens of macaws seemed to take off! It was the macaws of course, in pairs taking flight while squawking loudly at our passing boats, their plumage all the incandescent colours of a hallucinogenic rainbow! Another one of travel’s unforgettable moments. Belize was a treat after all the adventure and excitement travelling across Central America. Belize boasts the world’s second largest Barrier Reef stretching 185 miles all the way from Mexico down through the Caribbean. This is where my ethereal self morphs into a semi aquatic being and becomes one with the ocean with the thrill of gliding above the reef wall as it drops off the caye into the deep blue beyond. Clustered to this wall a coral Garden of Eden is home to every describable Damsel, Wrasse, Angel and Butterfly fish. Blue Surgeonfish dodge the Parrotfish and Clownfish nestle between the tentacles of its swaying soft coral home. On each of my snorkelling sorties a posse of Curious Pipefish lead the way with Spotted Unicorn almost bumping into the glass of my mask with their long snouts. Suddenly a shoal of a hundred or more Blue Triggerfish appear gliding so close their tiny red fangs almost touch the glass. In the deep against a backdrop of navy blue a tapestry of Moorish Idol remain suspended as if on fine threads
from the surface. Out of the blue Eagle Rays cruise the wall closely followed by a Grey Reef Shark. A Giant Black Moray Eel rises up from the folds of his coral den baring his jaws menacingly. I take a wide sweep to avoid an over-sized Titan Trigger Fish which has been known to deliver a generous bite if feeling territorial and discover a shy Lion Fish hiding in his cave. It was a joy to watch a turtle foraging for a morsel he was so determined to retrieve he used his front flippers to dig and his beak to bite at the coral hidey-hole of his prey. Eventually he surfaced for three big gulps of air and then remained motionless eyeballing me, seemingly as intrigued by me as I him. The coastline is dotted with hundreds of cayes offering superb watersports, fishing and diving or simply a jolly good flop on a beautiful sandy beach to soak up some wonderful rays. If you would like to visit Central America for some culture and relaxation, itineraries can be tailor-made for you by World Odyssey – for more information on anything to do with Guatemala, Belize or anywhere on the planet, please visit www.world-odyssey.com – follow us @World_Odyssey and/or Facebook or call one of our travel specialists for advice on: 01905 731373.
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Your complete aircraft management solution
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DA International is a family owned and run business, located at Gloucestershire Airport, the Cotswolds leading general aviation airport. We specialise in providing our clients with the very best quality bespoke aviation management solutions. We have experience and contacts all over the world, which over time has given us the leading edge in operational logistics and planning. We offer a range of services from consultancy and advice, to comprehensive management and maintenance services. If you are an existing owner or are contemplating your first purchase, consider engaging us to see it through from start to finish. We have a remarkable team here, and we are all dedicated to providing our clients with a professional service and superb level of customer satisfaction throughout. We remove the hassle of owning an aircraft and offer a simple variety of services allowing our customers to maintain piece of mind in the knowledge that all aspects of aircraft ownership are taken care of. We aim to provide our clients with flexible, high-quality and smart solutions, placing safety first whilst managing costs effectively.
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FEATURE | Travel: Kenya
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BIG SIX Self-professed adventuress Lucy Garbutt journeyed to East Africa in search of Africa’s safari tiara and remains enchanted forever by the ultimate ‘Out of Africa’ experience. enya is the original home of the safari and in my opinion is the most romantic of all African countries. This was my first ever experience of the continent, encounter with African wildlife and the magic found here. It was love at first sight, smell and sound. Kenya is a place of legend where proud warrior tribes blend with the names of intrepid explorers of a bygone era and where chic colonial homesteads ensure the allure of the country is truly enduring. The beauty and diversity of Kenya’s landscapes with their never-ending horizons are one of its greatest highlights and when combined with the extraordinary game viewing in parks such as the Masai Mara, Samburu, Amboseli or Laikipia, it is easy to see why the country remains so popular and
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engaging. Sleeping under canvas in exclusive tented camps, staying in privately owned bush homesteads in the remote wilderness or merely lounging in a hammock on the powder white beaches of the coast, Kenya’s appeal is unique. My trip to Kenya was a whirlwind of adventure beginning with a sensational hike through the equatorial forests and Jurassic flora and fauna around the foothills of Mt Kenya. The hike culminated in the thrill of climbing ‘Kirinyaga’ the mountain of whiteness, to the summit of Kenya’s snowcapped highest peak (5,248m or 17,058 ft). Following the ‘high’ of the climb I travelled overland far North towards Ethiopia and through the blistering heat of the vast arid northern desert in the hope of palaeontological discovery. The shimmering
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mirage of the turquoise Jade Sea, better known as Lake Turkana, sky rocketed into view through the haze. It was a thrill to plunge into the lake’s cooling waters sending small Nile Crocodiles plunging for the depths! One of the primary reasons for visiting this area was to fulfil an anthropological ambition to visit the cradle of humankind, with its abundance of hominid fossils and the site where a 1.6 million year old complete Homo erectus skeleton was discovered. An unforgettable part of the itinerary was a four day camel safari through part of the Great Rift Valley, following the sandy flow of dried up river beds. We spent the evenings feasting on delicious local ingredients conjured into appetising meals over campfires and dancing to the drum rhythms of the ‘jumping dance’ with our Masai guides and sleeping out in the open under the stars and most magical night sky. The anticipation of big game spotting was mounting but first yet another of Kenya’s sights presented itself at Lake Naivasha as every imaginable exotic water bird, together with a pink cloudy vision of thousands of flamingos covered the surface of the water. Finally, the day of my first ever game drive had arrived – I was at The Laikipia Plateau. The Reserve covers more than two million acres of wilderness with habitats ranging from dusty plains to verdant grasslands and rocky hills, and watered by two great rivers, the area offers some wonderful big game viewing all under the steely gaze of the snow-capped Mt Kenya. With adrenalin surging at the anticipation of spotting the ‘Big Five’, the open sided Landrover set off to roam the sweeping plains and gorges teeming with game. The ever changing view from the vehicle brought increasing levels of excitement
as buffalo, gazelle, Grevy’s Zebra, lion, oryx, gerenuk, ostrich, hartebeest and rhino were spotted. Elephants foraged amongst dense clumps of palm and a family of wart hog frisked around an isolated watering hole. At sunset more predators appeared with a leopard padding through the bush on a hunting mission. I had hoped to see the endangered wild dog – but maybe next time! In a perfect world my next visit to Kenya will combine three life-long dreams all of which are ‘must do before I die’ experiences. The first is to travel by hot air balloon over the Masai Mara and marvel at the wildebeest migration in full flow. The second is to head off into the wilderness on horseback and gallop across one of the country’s rugged savannahs teeming with big game. However, the third and most yearned for is to meet the sixth member of the ‘big six’ the mountain gorilla which is accessible via a short air hop to neighbouring Rwanda for what is surely the world’s most compelling wildlife experience of all … to hike through the lush rainforests of the Virunga Volcanoes to track and meet our closest cousin, the mountain gorilla, in his natural environment. If you would like to visit Africa for some grit, glamour or both, itineraries can be tailor-made for you by World Odyssey – for more information on anything to do with Kenya, Rwanda or anywhere on the planet, please visit www.world-odyssey.com – follow us @World_Odyssey and/or Facebook or call one of our travel specialists for advice on: 01905 731373
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