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Richmond Park was originally a deerhunting park, and still has 300 red deer and 350 fallow deer. When Charles I moved his court to Richmond Palace (no longer standing) to avoid the plague in London, in 1625, he turned his manor into a deer park with herds of fallow and red deer. The park was enclosed with an 8 mile long brick wall in 1637. Most of the wall that still encloses Richmond park is the original. The Royal deer have been maintained in Richmond ever since.

The Winter 2024 edition of The Decorative Fair is a beacon of brightness in midwinter, attracting international designers and collectors who come to browse for inspiration and shop a comprehensive collection of decorative and fine antiques and 20th century design, furniture, lighting and mirrors, eye-catching one-off accessories and objects, luxurious traditional textiles and a wide variety of art from all periods.

This January sees The Mayfair Antiques & Fine Art Fair return to open the new year’s London fairs scene for the tenth time. An event attracting collectors and interior designers from around the globe, it is supported by Mayfair property specialist Wetherell and Kirker Holidays. Some 40 dealers from around the UK and Europe, are gathering to present their newest stock at the London Marriott Hotel Grosvenor Square from Thursday 11 to Sunday 14 January 2024, many of whom are members of BADA or LAPADA.

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o get closer to your ski resort and spend longer on the slopes, the ultimate height of luxury is to travel by private jet. Not only do you save on waiting times at the airports and transfer times to your end destination, but you’re able to fly exactly when you want and pack all your ski gear! Whether it’s the Alps or the Dolomites, having been voted Europe’s Leading Private Jet Charter Company at The World Travel Awards for the last three years, Diamonte Jets are the company to get you there in comfort and style. Renowned for their attention to detail, privacy and prestigious clientele that include royalty, actors and actresses, the company’s focus for the winter period is largely based on Europe’s top ski destinations. We speak to Kimberly Kaur Jayawardene, one of the company’s lead VIP Travel tailors on their busiest destinations and the benefits of accessing them by private jet.

Europe’s most coveted and snow-covered retreats by private jet

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1.St. Moritz, Switzerland: Revered for its elegance and glamour, St. Moritz seamlessly combines world-class skiing with luxurious amenities. More than 300 kms of slopes are divided into four separate ski areas. Private jets can land at Samedan Airport, a gateway to the Engadin Valley and a mere 4 miles away compared to the three hour transfer from Milan or Zurich. St. Moritz is also famous for the Cresta Run, a world-championship bobsled run made of natural ice, and an outdoor Olympic ice rink. Its frozen lake hosts polo, cricket and even horse racing on ice! St. Moritz’s Badrutt’s Palace Hotel and the Kulm Hotel, both iconic in their own right, offer refined accommodations amid the Swiss Alps.

2. Zermatt, Switzerland: Home to the iconic Matterhorn, Zermatt is Europe’s highest ski resort and captivates with its car-free village and impressive alpine vistas. Private jet travelers can touch down at Sion Airport and take on a scenic helicopter transfer to their ski resort. The Grand Hotel Zermatterhof and the Mont Cervin Palace stand as architectural gems against the backdrop of the pyramid like Matterhorn.

3. Courchevel, France: Nestled in the French Alps, Courchevel epitomizes luxury with its upscale resorts, Michelin-starred restaurants, and pristine ski slopes. The Courchevel Altiport caters exclusively to private jet travelers and one of the closest alitiports to a piste, ensuring a seamless and exclusive arrival experience.

The type of aircraft able to land at this alitport are limited however to turbo props such as the Pilatus PC-12 and helicopters. The Trois Vallées ski region boasts 600 km of pistes and over 160 lifts, with trails for beginners, intermediates and experts alike. Notable hotels include the legendary Cheval Blanc Courchevel and L’Apogée Courchevel, complementing the resort’s alpine charm with worldclass hospitality.

4. Verbier, Switzerland: Known for its challenging slopes and

like Hotel Tannenhof and Hotel Arlberg offer great alpine luxury, vibrant après-ski scene, Verbier beckons discerning skiers seeking complementing the exhilarating skiing experience with refined excitement and luxury. Private jets again conveniently land at accommodations.

Sion Airport, providing quick access to resorts. Accommodations 8. Gstaad, Switzerland: Synonymous with glamour, Gstaad like Richard Branson’s, The Lodge Verbier and W Verbier offer offers a picturesque setting and a blend of traditional chalet-style contemporary elegance and high-end amenities architecture with high-end boutiques. Private jet travelers 5. Kitzbühel, Austria: Renowned can land at Saanen Airport, providing easy access to this for the Hahnenkamm downhill race, renowned Swiss resort. High profiles such as George Kitzbühel offers a blend of traditional Clooney, Valentino, Madonna, and Paris Hilton all frequent charm and world-class skiing. Private the Swiss village. Ultima Gstaad, Gstaad Palace and The jet travelers can land at Innsbruck Alpina Gstaad all offer a luxurious escape in the heart of Airport, strategically located for a swift the Bernese Oberland. transfer to the slopes of Kitzbühel.

9. Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy: Known as the “Queen of The A-ROSA Kitzbühel and Hotel the Dolomites,” Cortina d’Ampezzo exudes Italian charm Kitzhof Mountain Design Resort and offers breathtaking mountain scenery. Private jet showcase Austrian hospitality amid the travelers can arrive at Bolzano Airport, ensuring a luxurious entrance enchanting Tyrolean landscape. to this Italian ski haven. Grand Hotel Savoia and Cristallo, a Luxury 6. Megève, France: Tucked away in the French Alps, Megève Collection Resort & Spa, elevate the Dolomite experience with is celebrated for its medieval charm and top-notch ski facilities. refined accommodations amid the stunning natural beauty.

Annecy-Meythet Airport, a private jet-friendly gateway, ensures a 10. Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France: Home to the iconic Mont seamless journey for those seeking the sophisticated ambiance of Blanc, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is a mecca for winter adventure Megève. Megeve was created as a resort by Baroness Noemie de seekers. The slopes feature hundreds of world-class ski runs, Rothschild during the 1st World War and is still a favourite amongst including one of the longest in the world at 24km! Private jets can Europe’s elite. Les Fermes de Marie and the Chalet du Mont land at Geneva Airport, offering convenient access to the slopes and d’Arbois, both embodying alpine elegance, provide an idyllic retreat stunning alpine landscapes of in this French winter paradise.

Chamonix. Mont Blanc Hotel 7. St. Anton, Austria: A haven EXAMPLE TRAVELING FROM LONDON TO ST MORITZ: Village and Hôtel de l’Arve for serious skiers, St. Anton boasts

provide alpine-inspired challenging terrain and a lively PRIVATE JET COMMERCIAL luxury, offering a tranquil après-ski scene. Private jets can AIRPORT WAIT TIME: 20mins 2hr 30mins retreat in the heart of this arrive at Innsbruck Airport for a FLIGHT TIME 1hr 19mins 1hr 50mins French mountain town. seamless transition from the sky to ARRIVAL AIRPORT: Samedan, St Moritz Zurich the snowy peaks of St. Anton. Hotels BAGGAGE RECLAIM: 1min 25 mins diamontejets.com

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JAPAN’S ‘LUCKY BAG’ TRADITION PROMISES GOOD FORTUNE FOR 2024 Fukubukuro ‘lucky bags’ are among Japan’s many New Year (oshōgatsu) traditions

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ew Year (oshōgatsu) is Japan’s most important festival, and with it comes the sound of ringing bells as people mark the end of the old year and the beginning of the new with their first visit (hatsumōde) to a Buddhist temple or Shinto shrine. With three days of public holidays, and as businesses begin to reopen, it is the tills that start ringing as shoppers embrace one of Japan’s seasonal traditions, fukubukuro or ‘lucky bags’.

The New Year tradition of fukubukuro is to Japan what the January sales are to the UK. Shoppers head to their favourite shops and department stores to pick up fukubukuro containing an unseen assortment of heavily discounted goods. Keenly anticipated by young and old, stores open early for shoppers who turn out in force to grab a bag at their favourite retailers (even Krispy Kreme has one).

It’s impossible to know exactly what’s inside a fukubukuro – and that’s part of the fun. Fans of lucky bags each have their own techniques for choosing a bag, be that giving it a shake or a squeeze, or perhaps feeling its weight. However all buyers adhere to the policy of no refunds and no exchanges, as well as the most important rule, which is not to peek inside! To break the seal on a lucky bag before buying it is the ultimate taboo.

This New Year, Japan House London’s own lucky bags will surprise and delight. Packaged in an exclusive draw-string cloth

bag, this limited-edition fukubukuro is designed to reflect Japan House London’s elegant minimalist aesthetic, with gifts on the theme of happiness, alongside objects – including pottery, kitchenware and brushes – that reveal aspects of Japanese cultures, innovation and craft. Japan House London’s lucky bags will be available – in store on 101 – 111 Kensington High Street, and online on shop.japanhouselondon.uk from 3 January 2024, with three categories available, priced at £24, £84 and £134.

“Packaged in an exclusive draw-string cloth bag, this limitededition fukubukuro is designed to reflect Japan House London’s elegant minimalist aesthetic”

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THE DEER OF

RICHMOND PARK

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ichmond Park was originally a deerhunting park, and still has 300 red deer and 350 fallow deer. When Charles I moved his court to Richmond Palace (no longer standing) to avoid the plague in London, in 1625, he turned his manor into a deer park with herds of fallow and red deer. The park was enclosed with an 8 mile long brick wall in 1637. Most of the wall that still encloses Richmond park is the original. The Royal deer have been maintained in Richmond ever since.

The deer have played a major role in the Park’s history and have shaped the landscape too. Their special grassland habitat depends on grazing and the parkland trees have a distinctive ‘browse line’ as the deer eat all the leaves and twigs growing below about 1.5 metres.

Deer grazing also prevents tree seedlings from growing, keeping the grassland open. For young trees to survive they need to be protected against damage from deer antlers for some 50 years.

During the autumn the deer ‘rut’ (breeding season) takes place. The red stags and fallow bucks compete for females (known as hinds and does respectively). At this time, the large males roar, bark and clash antlers in a spectacular way in an attempt to fight off rivals and to attract as many females as possible. The young are born mainly in June, and are hidden by their mothers amongst the bracken and long grass. Females and their young are very vulnerable and sensitive to disturbance at this time Herds of red and fallow deer roam freely within much of the park. The herds are culled in November to keep numbers manageable and the park population healthy.

The British Deer Society and the Deer Initiative of England and Wales, who are regarded as the main welfare organizations dealing with the welfare and management of deer nationally, recognise that parkland deer numbers must be managed and that removal of some of the deer is necessary each year to keep populations at acceptable levels.

The keeping of deer in enclosed English parkland has a long heritage. Although many ancient parks were originally maintained

“The keeping of deer in enclosed English parkland has a long heritage”

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for hunting purposes, in recent times it is recognised that the deer herds of the Royal Parks in London are an integral part of the parks’ ecosystem, as well as being a valuable amenity and educational feature. These parkland deer are wild animals, which are not regularly shepherded or handled; they are left to breed normally and to establish normal social behaviour.

All deer parks have a maximum capacity of deer numbers, which must not be exceeded to avoid problems of disease and damage to the natural environment (the complex ecosystems for which Richmond Park is notified as a Site of Special Scientific Interest, National Nature Reserve and a European Special Area of Conservation, being of particular importance). The deer are wild animals, so never try to touch or feed them.

Always keep a respectful distance, especially if you have a dog.

As well as deer, a range of other mammals lives in the park, though they may not be as obvious. These include Fox, Rabbit, Shrew, Mice and Vole. Unfortunately the Brown Hare, which was once common in the Park, has vanished as a consequence of increased disturbance.

The Park’s diverse landscape, abundant insects and plentiful tree roost sites are good habitat for bats. There are recent records of at

“During the autumn the deer ‘rut’ (breeding season) takes place. The red stags and fallow bucks least nine species including all 3 species of Pipistrelle, Noctule, Serotine, Brown Long-eared and Daubenton’s compete for females” bats. bAs well as deer, a range of other mammals lives

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in the park, though they may not be as obvious. These include Fox, Rabbit, Shrew, Mice and Vole.

Unfortunately the Brown Hare, which was once common in the Park, has vanished as a consequence of increased disturbance. The Park’s diverse landscape, abundant insects and plentiful tree roost sites are good habitat for bats. Th ere are recent records of at least nine species including all 3 species of Pipistrelle, Noctule, Serotine, Brown Long-eared and Daubenton’s bats. royalparks.org.uk

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CHRISTIAN DIOR, CHRISTIAN BÉRARD. JOYFUL MELANCHOLY A NEW BOOK PUBLISHED BY GALLIMARD

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his jjoint biography of Christian Dior and Christian Bérard’s sets us out into a fascinating period, from inter-war Paris to the post-

war Café Society.

In a munificently detailed book published by Editions Gallimard in collaboration with Dior, Laurence Benaïm looks back at the sincere ties uniting Christian Bérard and Christian Dior. On the surface, everything seems to oppose them: the extravagant, ultra-sensitive Bébé contrasts with the discreet, mysterious Monsieur Dior.

Yet it was love at first sight.

“All of Dior is in Bérard, all of Bérard is in Dior. This book is not a two-headed biography — it is a meandering in the heart of a history haunted by dreams, affinities, and secrets sewn in the lining of vanishing time.”

Laurence Benaïm* In the 1930s, Christian Dior, then a partner in the Pierre Colle gallery, exhibited the young Bérard’s paintings alongside those of Dalí, Picasso and Matisse. A few years later, when he opened a house in his own name, Christian Bérard gave him his bountiful support.

In return, the couturier entrusted Bérard with the decoration of his first boutique, Colifichets, on Avenue Montaigne. Christian Bérard advised him to adorn this initial setting in toile de Jouy – the celebrated signature-print and emblem of French savoir-faire, that would become an iconic Dior reference.

“The seeming casualness brought the whole place to life,” Monsieur Dior wrote referring to the work of his friend, ”that arbiter of parties, of all elegance…”.

The book Christian Dior, Christian Bérard. Joyful melancholy – sumptuously illustrated with works of art and precious photographs – brings to life the Paris of artists, from the Belle Epoque to the Liberation, from the Boeuf sur le toit to the post-war Café Society.

Two destinies that respectfully echo and influence each other; two Christians, two men always brought together by their shared passions, art and beauty in all their forms. From page to page, they appear in the truth of their purest talent, between triumphs and doubts, promises and secrets.

“Two destinies that respectfully echo and influence each other; two Christians, two men always brought together by their shared passions”

An ode to friendship and dreams.

The book can be purchased at Dior boutiques in New Bond Street and Sloane Street, and also WHSMITH (£30), Amazon (£25), World of Books (£22) and Waterstones (£30). * French journalist, biographer and writer J A N U A RY 2 0 2 4 17

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The Decorative Fair, Winter 2024 23-28 January 2024, Battersea Evolution, Battersea Park

A glittering must-visit event for antiques, design and art lovers VAGABOND

GALLERY KIY

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he Winter 2024 edition of The Decorative Fair is a beacon of brightness in mid-winter, attracting international designers and collectors who come to browse for inspiration and shop a comprehensive collection of decorative and fine antiques and 20th century design, furniture, lighting and mirrors, eye-catching one-off accessories and objects, luxurious traditional textiles and a wide variety of art from all periods.

More than 130 dealers gather from around the UK and Europe to show their seasonal selection of pieces. Since 1985 the design trade has flocked to The Decorative Fairs, which run three times a year, to source the finest choice of unusual and practical English and European antiques, super-stylish 20th century pieces, garden items, and a multitude of truly distinctive decorative items that are the making of unique and individual interiors and exteriors.

Amongst international decorators and well-known faces at the recent Autumn Fair were Rose Uniacke, Martyn Lawrence Bullard, Michael S. Smith, Rita Konig, Max Rollitt, Sarah Vanrenen, Matthew Macfadyen & Keeley Hawes, Jodie Comer, Matt Smith, Emerald Fennell, Sir Paul Smith, Lily Allen, Lady Bamford, Rachel de

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Thame and Butter Wakefield.

Top trends selling at the Fair currently include antique blue and white china & delftware, oldfashioned but very useful hall chairs, statement lights (wall and ceiling), traditional mahogany side tables, art nouveau glass, classical garden statuary, farmhouse refectory tables, modernist studio ceramics, dressers and small decorative mirrors. Landscape pictures and portraits are also making a comeback among art sales.

The Decorative Fair will be also hosting LARTA, London’s annual specialist rug and textile art fair.

The Fair has a lively new brasserie and all-day bar, Bone Idyll, a great spot upstairs for a quick snack or leisurely meal enjoying views over the Park.

There’s late night opening until 8pm on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, and the Fair provides a courtesy shuttle bus between the Sloane Square Hotel and the venue that runs four times an hour.

Admission is £20 p/p on Opening Day (Tuesday 23 January) and £10 p/p on subsequent days, tickets can be booked in advance online or paid for on arrival.

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London’s impressive

MAYFAIR ANTIQUES & FINE ART FAIR IS BACK THIS JANUARY

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his January sees The Mayfair Antiques & Fine Art Fair return to open the new year’s London fairs scene for the tenth time. An event attracting collectors and interior designers from around the globe, it is supported by Mayfair property specialist Wetherell and Kirker Holidays.

Some 40 dealers from around the UK and Europe, are gathering to present their newest stock at the London Marriott Hotel Grosvenor Square from Thursday 11 to Sunday 14 January 2024, many of whom are members of BADA or LAPADA. The ballroom suite of the 5-star hotel in London’s

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“Expect to find a plethora Mayfair is transformed of unique and rare items exclusive into a sumptuous shopping experience over the four days of for sale spanning the the fair. The hotel boasts an awardcenturies, celebrating the winning twenties’ cocktail bar and distinguished designers, two Gordon Ramsay restaurants and is the perfect location for artists and manufacturers visitors wishing to enjoy the area famed for its shops and proximity from the diverse eras” to the West End theatres and museums whilst visiting the fair.

Expect to find a plethora of unique and rare items for sale spanning the centuries, celebrating the distinguished designers, artists and manufacturers from the diverse eras. Visitors will be spoilt for choice with ancient, gem encrusted, Grand Tour, traditional and designer jewellery; clocks and vintage watches are sitting alongside Art Deco items for interiors, including furniture of the period and the finest Regency and Georgian pieces to grace many a home. 20th century design pieces can be viewed with early Asian pottery, traditional and Modern British oil paintings, prints and watercolours. 19th century and contemporary bronze sculpture sings alongside luxurious Persian and Oriental rugs and carpets. English and European ceramics, glass and enamel boxes for collectors can be a simple addition to decorate or use as a focal point in a room. First time exhibitor, Nick Skipp Fine Art celebrates juxtaposing modern art and ancient artefacts and gemmologists Edelstein Prüflabor from Germany come with antique jewellery from the 1800s, a vintage collection and a few modern items. There is a vast array of other disciplines for sale all waiting to be discovered.

Tickets are £10 each and can be bought in advance at mayfairfair.eventbrite.co.uk or on the door. More information at mayfairfair.com LEFT TO RIGHT: LONGINES’ LINDBERGH NAVIGATORS’ WATCH, 1930S; ‘TWO BUTTERFLIES’ BY MARY FEDDEN OBE, RA, PPRWA; SILVER GILT OCTOPUS BANGLE, 1970S; ART DECO CURVED SATINWOOD DESK BY BETTY JOEL, CIRCA 1930; ETRUSCAN BRONZE ‘DANCING SATYR’, 3RD CENTURY BCE

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THE DICTIONARY PEOPLE

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hat do three murderers, Karl Marx’s daughter and a vegetarian vicar have in common?

They all helped create the Oxford English Dictionary.

The Oxford English Dictionary has long been associated with elite institutions and Victorian men; its longest-serving editor, James Murray, devoted 36 years to the project, as far as the letter T. But the Dictionary didn’t just belong to the experts; it relied on contributions from members of the public. By the time it was finished in 1928 its 414,825 entries had been crowdsourced from a surprising and diverse group of people, from archaeologists and astronomers to murderers, naturists, novelists, pornographers, queer couples, suffragists, vicars and vegetarians.

Lexicographer Sarah Ogilvie dives deep into previously untapped archives to tell a people’s history of the Oxford English Dictionary. She traces the lives of thousands of contributors who defined the English language, from the eccentric autodidacts to the family groups who made word-collection their passion. With generosity and brio, Ogilvie reveals, for the first

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time, the full story of the making of one of the most famous books in the world – and celebrates to sparkling effect the extraordinary efforts of the Dictionary People.

“I am bowled over by Sarah Ogilvie’s book and have not been able to put it down... I completely love it: a massive accomplishment.” Joanna Lumley “Enthralling and exuberant… Here is a wonderbook for word-lovers” Jeanette Winterson Sarah teaches at the University of Oxford, and specializes in language, dictionaries, and technology.

As a lexicographer she has been an editor at the Oxford English Dictionary and was Chief Editor of Oxford Dictionaries in Australia. As a technologist she has worked in Silicon Valley at Lab 126, Amazon’s innovation lab, where she was part of the team that developed the Kindle.

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‘SPIRIT OF INNOVATION’ OFFICIALLY THE WORLD’S FASTEST ALL-ELECTRIC AIRCRAFT

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olls Royce have announced that their all-electric ‘Spirit of Innovation’ aircraft is officially the world’s fastest allelectric aircraft, having set two new world records which have now been independently confirmed. The aircraft reached a top speed of 555.9 km/h (345.4 mph) over 3 kilometres, smashing the existing record by 213.04 km/h (132mph).

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In further runs at the UK Ministry of Defence’s Boscombe Down experimental aircraft testing site, the aircraft achieved 532.1km/h (330 mph) over 15 kilometres – 292.8km/h (182 mph) faster than the previous record.

Both records have been officially verified by the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale (FAI), the World Air Sports Federation

that controls and certifies world aeronautical and astronautical records. During its record-breaking runs, the aircraft, which is part of the UK Government-backed ACCEL or ‘Accelerating the Electrification of Flight’ project, also clocked up a maximum top speed of 623km/h (387.4mph) making it the world’s fastest allelectric vehicle.

The aircraft was propelled on its record breaking runs by 400kW (500+hp) electric powertrain and the most power-dense propulsion battery pack ever assembled in aerospace.

Rolls Royce worked in partnership with aviation energy storage startup Electroflight and automotive powertrain supplier YASA. As well as a stunning technical achievement, the project and world record runs provided important data for their future electric power and propulsion systems for all-electric urban air mobility (UAM) and hybrid-electric commuter aircraft. The characteristics that ‘air-taxis’ require from batteries, for instance, are very similar to what was developed for the ‘Spirit of Innovation’.

Rolls-Royce has an incredible history of flying speed record attempts and breaking records, dating back to the Schneider Trophies

ABOUT ROLLS ROYCE HOLDINGS PLC Rolls-Royce pioneers the power that matters to connect, power and protect society. They have pledged to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions in their operations by 2030.

They joined the UN Race to Zero campaign in 2020 and have committed to ensuring their new products will be compatible with net zero operation by 2030, and all products will be compatible with net zero by 2050. rolls-royce.com

of the early 1930’s. The speed achieved by test pilot and RollsRoyce Director of Flight Operations Phill O’Dell in the ‘Spirit of Innovation’ was more than 213.04 km/h (132 mph) faster than the previous record set by the Siemens eAircraft powered Extra 330 LE Aerobatic aircraft in 2017. Never before in the history of the World Air Sports Federation (FAI) record attempts has there been such a significant increase in speed over such a short timeframe, highlighting the rapid pace at which the electrification of aerospace is advancing. Electroflight Pilot Steve Jones flew the ‘Spirit of Innovation’ aircraft for the 15km record run.

All three organisations involved in the ‘Spirit of Innovation’ – Rolls-Royce, Electroflight and YASA – share a passion for innovation and through the development process, have learned from the motorsport background of both their partners and from Electroflight’s pace as a start-up. Rolls-Royce have also shared their aerospace expertise, including the rigorous safety and testing methods needed by the civil aviation industry. This combination has helped turn a concept into a world record breaker.

The third record of their all-electric aircraft for the fastest time to climb to 3000 metres in a time of 202 seconds, breaking the current record by 60 seconds, is still going through the verification process.

ABOUT ELECTROFLIGHT Electroflight is a leading technology and engineering services business that supplies bespoke battery systems for the aerospace sector. The company, founded in 2011, is now at the forefront of the electrification of aviation, providing high-performance battery solutions and electrification consultancy to some of the world’s largest aerospace companies. Based in Gloucestershire, Electroflight employs industry-leading engineers, designers

and data specialists who are focused on delivering energy storage technologies for tomorrow’s mobility. electro-flight.com

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HIDDEN STORIES OF KENSINGTON GARDENS

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ensington Gardens offers a mix of old and new park pastimes and green space.

Discover hidden stories with a walking tour of the beautiful Kensington Gardens. Hear the tales behind its famous statues, including the beloved Peter Pan, the Garden’s famous fictional resident. The bronze statue features Peter Pan surrounded by squirrels, rabbits, mice, and fairies. Peter Pan creator and local resident JM Barrie was inspired by Kensington Gardens.

He commissioned Sir George Frampton to build the statue which has been a favourite feature of the gardens since 1912.

Marvel at the history and heritage of Kensington Palace, visitors can walk through the King’s State Apartments, the Queen’s State Apartments and the Gardens. There are also exhibitions plus a shop and The Orangery cafe.

Go behind the railings and admire the Victorian splendour of Albert Memorial, one of London’s most ornate monuments, designed by George Gilbert Scott..

Unveiled in 1872, The Albert Memorial commemorates the death of Prince Albert, Queen Victoria’s husband, who died of typhoid fever at the age of 42.

Get your fix of contemporary art and architecture at the Serpentine Galleries, with exhibitions timed to take place in spring and summer. Over in the Diana Memorial Playground, kids can enjoy the

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huge wooden pirate ship, sensory trail and play sculptures, inspired by the adventures of fictional park hero, Peter Pan. Learn about how Kensington Gardens was gradually separated from Hyde Park by a succession of royals who created its distinctive mix of stately avenues, formal planting, wild meadows and long views. Finally, relax and enjoy this green refuge in the busy city and hear how The Royal Parks look after its ecological balance. You can even pick up tips for growing fruit and vegetables from the park’s very own allotment which is also home to a number of chickens.

Royal Parks offer free spaces for those in need. For more information on eligibility and how to book a walking tour please call or email Loveday Lewthwaite on 03000612255 or llewthwaite@royalparks.org.uk. Kensington Gardens is one of London’s eight Royal Parks and covers an area of 265 acres. royalparks.org.uk

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LONDON ART FAIR 2024 17-21 JANUARY 2024, BUSINESS DESIGN CENTRE, N1. VIP PREVIEW EVENING: TUESDAY 16TH JANUARY

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ondon Art Fair in partnership with Charleston Museum, returns in January 2024, highlighting a selection of the best galleries from the UK and beyond. The Fair will offer both seasoned and aspiring collectors a diverse presentation of modern and contemporary art, alongside curated displays, and an inspiring programme of talks, tours and performances.

In addition, London Art Fair continues to champion and support regional museums through its annual Museum Partnership, which this year invites Charleston, once home to the 20th century’s most pioneering artists, writers and thinkers, to showcase their unique collection of art, textiles and ceramics at the Fair.

2024 GALLERIES

London Art Fair’s specialism in Modern art continues to be strongly represented through the participation of some of the UK’s leading galleries in the field, including Alan Wheatley Art and Christopher Kingzett Fine Art. This year will see the participation of over 120 galleries from around the world, including Japan, Portugal and Turkey, with new exhibitors Bluerider Art, Stowe Arthouse Gallery, Liss Llewellyn and Common Sense Gallery; alongside returning names such as Gilden’s Art Gallery, Jill George Gallery and Jonathan Clarke.

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by some of the world’s most renowned artists working across a variety of media, including sculpture, prints, paintings, photography and ceramics, from artists including Francis Bacon, Andy Warhol, Bridget Riley and David Hockney.

CURATED SECTIONS

London Art Fair reflects contemporary practice and collecting trends within the art world through its critically-acclaimed sections curated in collaboration with leading experts. For 2024, these include Rolls-Bentley bringing together art from ten galleries that reflect the resilience, beauty and passion of queer love and life.

PHOTO50

Photo50 is the Fair’s critical forum for examining distinctive elements of current photographic practice. For 2024, Photo50 will be curated by Revolv Collective presenting works by artists such as Joshua Bilton and Hannah Fletcher exploring the subject of labour and its diverse representation within the context of the land, looking at practices expanding the possibilities of photography.

NEW PRINTS & EDITIONS SECTION

Featuring galleries whose displays will focus on limited editions, the section is aimed at nurturing collectors who will want to grow their collections in years to come and will feature prints from both emerging and household names in printmaking.

Full details and tickets available at: londonartfair.co.uk/ tickets. Follow @LondonArtFair on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram (#LAF24)

EDUCATION

ST DUNSTAN’S COLLEGE South London’s award-winning school looks ahead to an exciting 2024 delighted to be included in the Parent Power Top 100 list this year, moving up 50 places from last year, and just months since the Telegraph’s listing. It is a testament to the incredible journey the College has been on in recent years, and I pay tribute to everyone who’s been a part of that journey, our staff, pupils and parents.’

This summer, St Dunstan’s celebrated recordbreaking A Level results, when compared to non-Covid outcomes, with 86% of all grades achieved being A* - B, and 58% A*- A. Earlier this year, the school was also named ‘Most Progressive Independent School in London’ at the Private Education Awards 2023, after having been awarded ‘Independent Senior School of the Year’ at the Tes Schools Awards in 2022 and ‘Coeducational School of the Year in 2020’ at the Independent Schools of the Year Awards.

In January, the school made national news for its forward-thinking Stuart Curriculum, which looks at relationships, skills for the future and critical thinking. Stuart lessons have tackled the rise of toxic masculinity and individuals such as Andrew Tate. Speaking about the lessons, St Dunstan’s Deputy Head Academic, Jonathan Holmes, explained: ‘As well as having the confidence to react to specific examples such as Andrew Tate, it is important that our teaching is predominantly proactive and enables students to independently understand when views are harmful and dangerous, and how they can protect themselves from being exposed

“In January, the school made national news for t Dunstan’s College is celebrating its forward-thinking another successful year as 2023 comes Stuart Curriculum” to a close. The south London school was

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included in the recent Sunday Times Parent Power Top 100 schools list, which brings together the top senior independent and state schools in the country.

The listing comes just months after the school was ranked 59th in the country in the Telegraph’s top independent schools for A Level results.

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and influenced by them online.’

St Dunstan’s also brought together educational leaders in June for a groundbreaking conference to tackle the growing teen pornography crisis. More than 100 educational leaders attended the ‘ Let’s Talk About… Porn, Sex and Educating for the Difference’ event at Mansion House, which included keynote speeches by Cindy Gallop, Chanel Contos and Justin Hancock.

‘Our world is changing at breakneck speed. A truly globalised future dominated by AI and biotechnology will require different skills and attributes from the young people we are educating today,’ Nick Hewlett explains. ‘Our social values are more precious to us than ever before, and so are they under threat, as we inhabit a society where the art of rhetoric has diminished and the polarised, entrenched view has consumed us, amplified as it is through the platform of globalised cyber-space. We have a duty to respond to this in the curriculum we offer.

‘I’m proud to lead a school at the forefront of not only education, but one that is brave enough to tackle head on the issues many of our young people face and will continue to do as society moves ahead.’

St Dunstan’s award-winning senior school curriculum builds on the legacy of its founding heads. Students enter the school embarking on a Renaissance education, studying a deliberately wide range of academic subjects whilst proactively developing skills and thinking that will support them for life, and committing to a variety of co-curricular activities in a programme that is embedded into the timetable and structured around the College’s values.

Looking ahead to the year ahead, Nick Hewlett adds: ‘The opening vision of the school in 1888 was to be ‘in advance of present time’ and more than 130 years later it is still true. St Dunstan’s never stands still, and we’ve got a lot more planned for 2024. Just watch this space…’

Find out more about St Dunstan’s College at one of their upcoming open events in early 2024. stdunstans.org.uk

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Queen Ethelburga’s College & Faculty:

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The Top Two York Schools for Academic Results

ueen Ethelburga’s Collegiate (QE) are celebrating after QE College placed 2nd in The Sunday Times Parent Power 2023 national school league tables for A Level performance and 17th for overall academic performance; whilst QE College and QE Faculty placed 1st and 2nd in York and 1st and 3rd in the North for A Level performance in the same publication. This means that QE College retains the title of The Sunday Times Top School in the North for Academic Performance for a third consecutive year along with its position as the top school in York for academic results, with QE Faculty also flying high and cementing its place as the premier northern independent school for students wishing to pursue a personalised curriculum to the highest possible standards.

Principal, Dan Machin, said of the result, “We are extremely proud of the student achievements in both our senior schools. Offering the choice of provision in QE Faculty and QE College provides students with the chance to excel in whichever route suits them best, and the results speak for themselves after nearly 20 years since QE Faculty was established. To be placed as the top two schools in York for academic performance at A Level is incredible and shows a dedication to excellence by both students and staff.”

Head of QE College, Steven Turner, said, “We are absolutely delighted that the College has been recognised as the Independent Secondary School of the Year in the North for Academic Performance for the third consecutive year. This prestigious award is

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a testament to the incredible hard work of our diverse and ambitious students, the dedication of our talented staff, and the support of our parent community. Within the College we foster a culture of academic excellence whilst promoting happiness, positive health and an enriching all round student experience. This accolade reflects our commitment to shaping future leaders and building the skills required for lifelong learning. We are proud to be recognised for our outstanding academic achievements, as we strive to be world class in everything that we do.”

Head of QE Faculty, Lauren Blakeley, commented, “ I am very proud of what our students have achieved. To be placed 7th in the North of England for overall academic performance is a remarkable accomplishment and something for all students, parents and staff to be immensely proud of. We see the talent and ability of our students every day, but it is fantastic to see their efforts reflected in this accolade. In QE Faculty, we are lucky to have the flexibility to shape each students’ curriculum around their learning styles, interests and aspirations and I believe this has led to these fantastic results because often the most successful students are the happiest ones.”

QE is a co-educational independent boarding school based outside of York on a rural estate of 220 acres. It is known nationally for its state-of-the-art facilities, longstanding academic achievement and vast co-curricular options.

To find out more, visit qe.org or attend their next Open Morning on 9th March 2024. Alternatively, book a private tour by emailing admissions@qe.org.

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Privately Educated People Dominate Top British jobs THE STUDY, BY THE SUTTON TRUST EDUCATION CHARITY, SHOWS THAT VIRTUALLY EVERY KEY PROFESSION IS DOMINATED BY PRIVATELY EDUCATED PUPILS GRABBING THE SENIOR MANAGEMENT/ DIRECTOR POSITIONS cent to comprehensives. The list goes on – 48 per cent of civil servants were educated privately, 29 per cent went to selective grammar schools and 23 per cent to comprehensives.

The higher echelons of journalism are also dominated by the private sector, with 51 per cent educated in independent schools. And of those chief executives of FTSE 100 companies who were educated in the UK, 34 per cent were privately educated.

Nearly half the top actors – 42 per cent of Bafta Award winners – went to private schools, fuelling criticism that the profession is becoming more elitist.

“Our research shows that your chances of reaching the top in so many areas of British life are so much better if you went to an independent school,” said Sir Peter Lampl, the chairman of the Sutton Trust. “As well as academic achievement, an independent education tends to develop the essential skills such as confidence, articulacy and teamwork, which are vital to career success.

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heir grip on power is most noticeable in the judiciary, where 74 per cent of leading judges (those in the High Court or Court of Appeal) were privately educated.

Figures in the report also show that one in three MPs (32 per cent) was privately educated – as were half the members of the Conservative Cabinet. Even in Jeremy Corbyn’s Shadow Cabinet, 13 per cent of members went to private school. Nationally, the figure is just 7 per cent.

The report, carried out by Dr Philip Kirby, goes on to show that 71 per cent of senior Army officers – two-star generals and above – went to private schools. Only 12 per cent attended comprehensives.

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BALLARD SCHOOL

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allard is a thriving and welcoming coeducational independent day school for children aged 2 to 16. Set in 34 acres between the New Forest and the Solent on the Hampshire / Dorset border. They are rated ‘Excellent and Outstanding’ in all ISI inspection categories; the highest accolade any school can achieve.

They have also been rated a Green Flag Eco School, Sports School Gold, and GL Assessment Centre of Excellence.

This academic year alone, Ballard has been a finalist for both Independent School of the Year for Sports (ISOTY) and Highly Commended for Outstanding Performing Arts (ISA).

Last year, they were finalists for Excellence and Innovation in Art and Design for their DT provision (ISA); Highly Commended for Outstanding Sport (ISA); finalist for the ISOTY Performing Arts award and shortlisted for their CoEducational Independent School of the Year award for the third year in a row!

Ballard’s latest set of GCSE results yet again bucked the national trend, particularly in the highest grades (9-7). Over all subjects and entrants 40.7% achieved these, almost double the national average.

In core subjects, there was 100% pass rate (Maths, English Language, and the individual Sciences), with many achieving top grades. 80% of Additional Maths examinations (AS level

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standard) achieved an A grade! On average, every pupil gained a grade increase of 0.85, incredible added value (grade levels above pupils ‘indicated’ grades). With a pass rate only 2.7% below that of the most academically selective school locally, Ballard is rightly proud of its pupils and teachers, especially given that Ballard does not admit pupils based on test results, as many independent schools do.

“At Ballard we pride ourselves on our forward-thinking curriculum, providing an aspirational, academic and holistic education. Our staff inspire and guide our young people, challenging and supporting them in equal measure. The School’s drive to deliver a first-class education, with a close eye on the future, is shaping our ambitious investment and development plans.

Our pastoral care is rooted in kindness and respect, and underpinned by key values with wellbeing central to the ethos of the School. Our inclusive approach to school life values individuality and fosters generosity of spirit; our young people look out for each other and the wider community.

Ballard educates the whole child, providing a wide range of sporting, cultural, artistic, and academic clubs and activities. Our aim is to ignite passions and develop skills, identifying and unlocking every child’s inner genius.” – Andrew McCleave, Headmaster.

Ballard’s approach of combining a rigorous academic provision with creativity is not only delivering remarkable results, but is also backed by research. Sadly, many schools do not give creativity enough prominence, despite research showing that creativity is not simply great to have, it is an essential human skill, imperative in our technology-driven world.

“The pace of cultural change is accelerating more quickly than ever before,” says Liane Gabora, associate professor of psychology and creative studies at the University of British Columbia. “In times of change we need to bump up creativity levels — to generate the innovative ideas that will keep us afloat.”

According to an Adobe study, 85% of university educated professionals say creative thinking is critical for problem solving in their careers. An analysis of LinkedIn data found that creativity is the

second most in-demand job skill (after cloud computing), topping the list of character skills companies need most. As automation continues to swallow up routine jobs, those who rely on character skills, such as creativity, will see the most growth.

Decades of research have linked creativity with the intrinsic motivation to learn. When pupils are focused on a creative goal, they become more absorbed in their learning and more driven to acquire the skills they need to succeed. When pupils are permitted to unleash their creativity or explore a topic of personal interest, the transformation can be startling.

Creativity lights up the brain. Teachers are more likely to observe higher-order cognitive skills, such as problem solving, critical thinking and making connections between subjects in pupils. When creativity is combined with transformative technology, better results ensue. Furthermore, the creative process involves a great deal of trial and error. This productive struggle builds resilience, teaching pupils to push through difficulty to reach success, further enhancing their emotional development.

So, if you want to see your child thrive, contact Ballard’s Registrar – registrar@ballardschool.co.uk or call (01425) 626900, to book in for an Open Morning or private tour.

“At Ballard we pride ourselves on our forward-thinking curriculum, providing an aspirational, academic and holistic education”

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TRAVEL

WELL HELLO 2024…

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Spring in Japan

It’s pretty much impossible to think of spring in Japan without an image of a sea of cherry trees decorated with perfectly pink blossoms.

Nothing captures the imagination like ‘sakura’ season in Japan.

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Summer in Mykonos

Superyachts, designer boutiques and cabana-lined beach clubs make Mykonos an undeniably perfect destination for a summer escape.

The sugar cube, Cycladic buildings and iconic windmills are at their best during the summer months.

Autumn in Tuscany

Road-tripping around Tuscany in the Autumn will take your breath away. Food, wine, art and spectacular architecture set against a backdrop of Autumn colours.

Winter in Iceland

Iceland is magnificent all year round, but winter in Iceland is particularly magical.

Chase the northern lights, go glacier hiking, or embark on an adventure amongst the volcanoes.

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“With no interference from the outside world, guests are free to build confidence in their natural skills and ability”

earning new skills makes us more in tune with our bodies and more engaged with our minds. As we become fully absorbed in the process of making and creating, without it being something that we compelled to do, we gain purpose and meaning. Philippa King of Curious House curates courses and retreats that allow time and space to explore your creativity, without being too attached to the outcome with amazing results.

Philippa explains; “With no interference from the outside world, guests are free to build confidence in their natural skills and ability.

The results I see from complete beginners are inspiring.” Curious House has also become a supportive creative hub where ideas are explored over lunch and at least two businesses have evolved.

Based on the Kent and Sussex boarder, courses are hosted at the award-winning pub/hotel, The Bell in Ticehurst, where accommodation is offered for those wanting to make a real treat of a

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creative mini break.

There are courses every month covering all aspects of the creative arts. Working with exceptional tutors, many of the local artists, Philippa aims to facilitate nurturing days where people can focus entirely on developing their creative skills whilst being well looked after. The syllabus is as diverse as her interests. 2024 will start with a threeday writing retreat entitled Improvisation on Paper with Mandy Wheeler, herself an award-winning writer. Jane McCall from Bloomsbury Revisited teaches a loose way of painting using chalk paint to achieve fabulous decorative paint effects so beloved of the Bloomsbury set on the popular lampshade and furniture painting retreat in June. Abstract and still life art is explored with Dani Humberstone and painted treasure boxes with Melissa White, the artist and designer much in demand collaborating with Kit Kemp, Lewis and Wood and Andrew Martin.

There is also willow weaving with Dominc Parrette, terrific terrariums with Sebastian Tribe as well as life drawing, lino printing, landscape painting with oils, experimental drawing, modern calligraphy and more besides. New courses for this season include the Japanese art of mending, both textiles using Shaskiko stitching and Kintsugi porcelain repair. Block printing and water colour courses focussing on botanicals and buildings are also new to this carefully curated curriculum as is Mythical Creatures – stitching and painting with Philippa and Melissa White.

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THE COMBE GROVE METABOLIC HEALTH RETREAT & YEAR LONG SUPPORT PROGRAMME IN BATH The first of its kind in the U.K. and a revolutionary evolution in health & wellbeing IMAGE: CASPERFARRELL.CO.UK

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ground-breaking new approach to health and wellbeing opened its doors in 2023 in Bath. The first of its kind in the U.K. The Combe Grove Metabolic Health programme moves the dial on how we perceive, experience and seek to heal ourselves.

The process integrates cutting edge medical science with a carefully curated programme designed to rebalance the five key principles of human wellness: nutrition, movement, sleep, mindset and environment. Its objective, to quite literally change people’s lives.

Located within 70 acres of mature woodland and meadow in Bath, the Metabolic Health Retreat at Combe Grove has been developed in consultation with GPs and medical professionals to deliver a year long process that is radically reshaping health experiences and outcomes.

The medical core of the life transforming process is supported by treatments and holistic practices offered by a team of leading in-house therapists and experienced independent practitioners including Acupuncture, Counselling, Cranial Sacral Osteopathy, Structural Integration, Physiotherapy, Psychotherapy, Reflexology and Shiatsu.

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at Combe Grove, followed by 48 weeks of expert remote guidance and support, enabling sustainable and transformative life changes to occur. This combination of medical research, the restorative power of nature and a supportive community-based environment enables clients to reconnect with the primary needs of mind and body and leave with a greater sense of current and future wellness, increased vitality and restored calm.

An ever-increasing body of peer reviewed medical research points to the importance of thriving metabolic health as key to enhancing and extending wellbeing and longevity, in addition to being a cornerstone of preventative healthcare. Many of today’s chronic diseases including prediabetes, type 2 diabetes, dementia,

high blood pressure, some cancers, fertility problems, heart disease and strokes have insulin resistance at the core of their origin and progression.

Combe Grove holds the knowledge to fix this.

Call 01225 834 644 or email welcome@combegrove.com for the latest availability and prices combegrove.com

RESET YOUR MIND AND BODY

WITH A ONE-WEEK METABOLIC HEALTH RETREAT ON THE COMBE GROVE ESTATE STRENGTHENED WITH A ONE-YEAR SUPPORT PROGRAMME WHO IS IT FOR

WHAT IS INCLUDED

• People with an interest in measurably improving their health and wellbeing whilst immersed in nature

• Six night stay at our serene and beautifully renovated Barn accommodation

• People who want to give themselves the gift of making positive, achievable and sustainable changes to their lifestyle

• Consultation with a Dietitian or Nutritionist

• People who are struggling with stress, challenging life events, deteriorating health or not feeling as well as they would like

• Dedicated schedule of life-changing workshops and presentations

• One to one session with a Movement Coach • Choice of one Treatment or Therapy • Doctor consultation including health checks and blood work • Accuniq body composition analysis • Two daily nutritious meals sourced from our kitchen garden and local producers • Full access to our extensive facilities including gym, pools and tennis courts • One year of Club membership • One year of ongoing support and guidance

Bring health to life with the Metabolic Health Programme at Combe Grove Specialist Optimum Health, Prediabetes, Menopause, Type 1 Diabetes, Food Addiction and Fertility versions available Call 01225 834 644 or email welcome@combegrove.com for the latest availability and prices combegrove.com

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EYE CARE AT BARNES NINETEEN

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e pride ourselves with having the reputation for offering the latest, most sought after frames in Barnes and the South West. Shafraaz still runs the show and is present in the store most days.

Being proudly independent, means being totally free to prescribe what is best for our customers. Rupen’s clinical excellence is second to none and showcases a well rounded optical suite, which enhances your experience during your regular eye visits. Our Examinations last approximately 45 minutes, within which we ensure to check and screen all eye conditions, such as Glaucoma, Cataracts and Macular Degeneration. Using the data, from our testing, the information is used to make sure your prescription is paired to the best suited spectacles and contact lenses.

We only stock frames and brands we love, and avoid fashion brands (Prada, Chanel etc.) that when worn by our customers, gives them a bounce to their step! Although being greeted by so much choice in the store, here at Barnes Nineteen we take the chore away to get rid of any heavy lifting, when making sure your ultimate accessory allows you to be seen and not go

“Being proudly independent, means being totally free to prescribe what is best for our customers”

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unnoticed.

We have built longstanding relationships with our customers and our neighbours here in Barnes and provide a very personal approach to the continuity of care they receive. In fact, their word of mouth recommendations mean we need to do little to advertise our products and our services.

As a retailer here in the village, we are very supportive of local community events, and take pride in working with local Barnes artists. Some of their work is showcased in store, so please feel very welcome to come in and have a glance.

Spectacle MOT’s are done at no extra charge, so if your glasses need a clean, a tighten, or a refit, we hope to see you soon.

Monocle Ltd, Barnes Nineteen, 19 Barnes High Street, London SW13 9LW 0203 4908560; info@barnesnineteen.com

We love to see our customers, so feel free to visit during normal business hours.

Bespoke Eyecare and Eyewear We pride ourselves in stocking the most exclusive range of spectacle frames and sunglasses, and well as a comprehensive selection of lenses to serve your needs.

We endeavour to combine the highest standards of clinical care with the finest eyewear available.

Book online or better yet, see us in person!

Barnes Nineteen 19 Barnes High Street, Barnes, London, SW13 9LW, United Kingdom 020 3490 8560 info@barnesnineteen.com Opening Hours Open today 10:00 – 17:00

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GOOD HEALTH NATURALLY

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ince its inception more than 30 years ago, Good Health Naturally has grown into a global brand with over 100 nutritional supplements. Always sticking to its core values by creating products inspired by nature but enhanced by science.

Founded by the late Robert Redfern and his wife Anne, Good Health Naturally is famous for introducing ‘the miracle enzyme’, Serrapeptase, onto the market. The company still leads the way with unique and innovative enzyme formulations, including Blockbuster AllClear® and Serranol®, containing nattokinase, bromelain and papain, respectively.

Built on solid foundations blending a family ethos with nutritional expertise, Good Health Naturally uses the most advanced and effective ingredients with sophisticated delivery systems, such as liposomal, transdermal and ionic technologies, that simply work!

Plus, the products have no unnecessary fillers, binders or added ingredients.

They also partner with some of the world’s leading ingredient developers to ensure the highest quality and well-researched components go into their products, such as Meriva® curcumin, BioCell Collagen®, AstaREAL® Astaxanthin and Kaneka Ubiquinol™. These technologies offer unrivalled absorption and efficacy.

The past year has seen a rise in customers looking for high-quality Omega-3 products and have turned towards their product, The Krill Miracle™. This product delivers omega-3 fatty acids using the next generation of krill oil concentrate: Superba Boost™. Extracted exclusively from Antarctic krill, Superba Boost™ is free from contaminants and offers a rich source of Omega-3 (EPA and DHA), astaxanthin, phospholipids and choline.

Other customer favourites include the naturally formulated Revitalising Moisturiser, which contains CoQ10 and Bakuchiol Oil in a nourishing base of aloe, sweet almond, oat and avocado oils. This couples well with their Lysine Lip Balm with lysine, monolaurin and zinc oxide, nourishing coconut, organic olive, safflower and jojoba oils, and beeswax to provide year-round protection.

As well as being at the cutting edge of product development, Good Health Naturally has a team of experienced and qualified nutrition professionals who advise on appropriate supplement choices. They assist with enquiries ranging from cardiovascular, joint, lung, eye, skin and brain health and much more. This sets them apart from the rest!

THE DETAILS As a welcome to London House magazine readers, you can claim your exclusive discount with 15% off across Good Health Naturally branded products with code LON0124 (T&Cs apply). You can view the full range of premium nutritional supplements at goodhealthnaturally.com

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THE FERTILITY CENTRE

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ormerly the Assisted Conception Unit, The Fertility Centre is a longstanding centre of excellence for fertility treatment and care at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital. In 2021 they enlarged the Centre with a new satellite service at West Middlesex University Hospital, extending patient care and convenient access across West London.

The Centre provides a broad and comprehensive range of fertility services to their patients – including IVF, ICSI and IUI – but their areas of particular expertise, include the management of women and couples over the age of 40, premature ovarian ageing or low ovarian reserve, and male or sperm-related infertility issues.

Notwithstanding their expertise in these complex fields, The Fertility Centre continues to perform very well in its success rates. They hold one of the highest clinical pregnancy rates amongst NHS hospitals in the UK (please visit hfea.gov.uk for further information) and welcome NHS-funded patients and those seeking to self-fund their care and treatment.

As well as treatment for those trying to conceive now, The Fertility Centre offer services for those who are considering their ability to conceive in the future. Fertility preservation through egg or embryo freezing is becoming increasingly popular and they can provide these services through their dedicated Fertility Preservation programme.

There are a number of reasons why you may wish to preserve your fertility: • For social reasons • Preparing to transition • Ahead of treatment for cancer such as chemoor radiotherapy • If you have been diagnosed with gynaecological conditions, such as endometriosis or ovarian cysts If you are thinking about your fertility health for

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future years, they also provide a range of fertility assessments - with packages for individuals as well as couples.

Alongside tests and assessments, expert clinicians can explain your results and advise you accordingly.

In addition to their clinical expertise and range of treatment options, The Fertility Centre understands the inevitable stress and anxiety of fertility treatment. They are committed to supporting you every step of the way throughout your treatment. This includes sessions with their British Infertility Counselling Association and UK Council for Psychotherapy accredited counsellors.

The Fertility Centre team is always happy to support you and answer any questions. If you want to learn more or are ready to start your fertility journey, please contact them on 020 3315 8585 or email chelwest.acu@nhs.net. chelwestprivatecare.co.uk/fertility-centre

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The Kensington Wing

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he Kensington Wing is the dedicated private maternity unit at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, providing women and birthing people with around-the-clock clinical care, comfortable ensuite private rooms and hospitality services.

Located in the heart of Chelsea and Westminster Hospital – part of one of the UK’s top rated hospital Trusts – your baby’s and your safety and wellbeing are reassuringly supported at all times. The Kensington Wing is immediately located next to the hospital’s outstanding and newly expanded Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and a consultant anaesthetist remains on site at all times 24/7, dedicated to the needs of our patients.

To ensure the safety of women, birthing people and birth partners, The Kensington Wing has important infection control procedures for staff and visitors to adhere to but remain welcoming to your chosen birth partner for all stages of your pregnancy, birth and postnatal stay. Your individual room and en-suite facilities are a haven, and the catering and hospitality team ensures your stay is relaxing as well as safe. On the Kensington Wing the consultant obstetricians, midwives, nurses and maternity support workers provide care as a team and are delighted to offer both consultant-led and midwife-led maternity packages.

The Kensington Wing’s highly experienced team of midwives welcome enquiries and the

opportunity to discuss midwife-led care in more detail. These ‘meet the midwife’ sessions are always a relaxed and special time to talk and discover more without any obligation. For those women and birthing people who are appropriate for midwife-led care, the team provide full support throughout your pregnancy and the midwifery team are available 24 hours seven days a week for advice or 66 JANUARY 2024

concerns throughout your pregnancy, birth and postnatal stay.

The consultant-led care package allows you the choice of one of their experienced consultant obstetricians to personally guide you through your pregnancy and birth. Your consultant provides continuity and individualised expertise throughout your journey. They build a relationship with you and your partner through the antenatal period to give you confidence to birth safely with them in line with your birth preferences. They continue to support you through the postnatal period, including your 6 week postnatal check.

All consultants are available to meet you and your birth partner without any obligation.

The Kensington Wing enquiry team are always happy to support with these arrangements and answer any questions.

If you would like to talk to one of the team, call 020 3315 8616, email chelwest.kensington@nhs.net or visit thekensingtonwing.co.uk

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Escape to the Chateau in 2024 and discover your new home away from home

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he 19th Century Chateau de la Motte Henry sits in 27 acres of landscaped grounds in the Pays de la Loire and has been sympathetically renovated by Londoners Barry & Rebecca Williams. It boasts 15 delightfully indulgent bedrooms, sumptuous social spaces and relaxing garden and lakeside hideaways, nestled along the delightful trail that circumvents the Estate.

Guests have access to a fully equipped performance gym, spacious yoga studio and picturesque heated outdoor swimming pool.

“We first visited the Chateau for Becky’s birthday in 2016 and immediately fell in love with its beauty and the tranquil environment” recalls Barry.

Easily accessible by car, ferry, train, and plane, Barry and Becky embarked on an extensive refurbishment program, opening their doors in late 2019. Notwithstanding Covid, they have welcomed hundreds of guests, from as far afield as Australia, North America, and the Middle East. If you book early enough, the Chateau can be hired by families and groups of friends, but most of the time the Chateau hosts guests on a variety of sporting, wellness, and creative escapes. These are organised by Group Evolution Retreats.

Becky explains “We founded Group Evolution after years of travel, first as a couple and then a family. We wanted to deliver

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experiences that are affordable and tailored to each guest, providing access to renowned hosts, coaches, and therapists, within a welcoming and inspirational setting.

We want our guests to relax and feel comfortable, as if the Chateau were their home whilst they’re here. They then fully relax, leaving daily stresses behind, and we can help them realise their goals, whatever they may be”.

Luxury sports camps, offer enthusiastic runners, swimmers, cyclists, and triathletes the opportunity to train like elite athletes, with expert coaches.

Nurturing health and wellbeing retreats, help relax, reenergise, and rejuvenate and furnish guests with the tools they need to evolve their wellbeing over the longer term, not just whilst on retreat. And creative escapes enable amateur artists, photographers, and writers develop their talents, guided by experienced and respected leaders in these fields.

Retreats offer excellent value for money, with the retreat program, all food (including local wines, ciders, and beers) and accommodation included. The Chateau is known for its bespoke menus, making full use of local produce from the ‘garden of France’.

Book your 2024 escape now at groupevolution.com

C H AT E AU C H I C Take a step away from your day-to-day. Embrace the glorious surroundings, exquisite food and personalised experiences on a Group Evolution Retreat.

ENHANCE YOUR WELLBEING EMBRACE YOUR CREATIVE Rejuvenate on our pamper breaks, reenergise on our fitness, yoga & pilates retreats or renew on our detox and life coaching experiences.

All tailored to you and your needs.

Easy to get to and all-inclusive.

Indulge your creative side on our photography, fine arts and writing retreats. Or test your deductive powers on our luxury immersive murder mystery weekend. All hosted by leading lights in their fields.

EXCEL IN YOUR SPORT

Tailored training for all abilities, in swimming, cycling, running and triathlon. Hosted by elite coaches, sports scientists, and professional therapists. Learn the how and the why so that you become your best.

Chateau de la Motte Henry, a picturesque 19th Century Chateau in the Pays de la Loire, accommodates up to 24 guests, who have exclusive use of the 27acre Estate. With superb health, fitness and wellness facilities, gorgeous social spaces and relaxing luxurious living accommodation you’ll want for nothing.

www.groupevolution.com | 020 3581 9584

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BESPOKE WELLBEING RETREATS FOR WHAT YOU NEED

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ocated in the beautiful Kent countryside, we are within easy reach of London both by train & car. Our retreats are for individuals or small private groups of up to 6 guests so that everyone receives a 100% tailored and tranquil experience.

Residential retreats for 2-14 days; Day retreats; Personal training; Experienced & friendly personal trainer; Only private groups of 1 – 6 people; Tailored exercise for all levels of fitness; Delicious gut healthy food; Tranquil & private setting in the Kent countryside; Outdoor circuit area, yoga decking & swimming pool. Retreats are available throughout the year, and your bespoke retreat will make you feel amazing and revitalised both mentally and physically. It will motivate you back to a sustainable, balanced healthy lifestyle and a boosted immune system.

Every body is unique so your fitness retreat will be at a level to suit you and will be tailored for what you need now, activities may include: Circuits in our bespoke exercise trail; Yoga on the decking or in front of a log fire; Posture advice in our field walking track; Mindfulness walks in the forest; Country walks or runs; Wild swimming in our natural swimming pond; Outdoor glass fronted sauna; Meditation in the Mindfulness treehouse; Gut healthy meals; Gut health & diet discussions; Relax in the hammock or in front of the fire; Sleep & stress management; Treatments such as massage & reflexology.

Kathryn Freeland has over 20 years’ experience as a personal trainer. She was one of London’s top celebrity personal trainers, named The Times “A-List Personal Trainer”, and ran Absolute Fitness for 15 years with 17 trainers. She moved back to Kent in 2016 and a few years later launched Stede Court Private Fitness Retreat. stedecourtprivatefitnessretreat.co.uk

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Bespoke fitness and wellbeing retreats Designed to recharge & rebalance both your mind and body

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Hollie and her experienced team understand the importance of time and trust for each client. We always commence the Balance experience with an in-depth consultation allowing our specialists to fully understand our client’s needs. This allows us to create a bespoke treatment plan that completely encompasses their needs and desires. We believe in sharing our knowledge and helping our clients to better understand their skin and overall health allowing them to continue to care for their wellbeing at home.

Balance believes that medical doesn’t have to mean clinical.

Find cosy treatment beds with heated blankets, plush sofas and a calming ambience. We believe in creating an experience, a sanctuary for skin, health and wellbeing, whilst still offering impressive results.

‘I first came to Balance and met Hollie last July when I had a rosacea flare up and was at my wits end after trying products that weren’t helping. After just a couple appointments, and some fantastic advice on a new home skincare regime, my skin has never felt better. I’ve carried on with facial treatments at Balance as (being the wrong side of 40, eek!) I want to keep my skin in the best condition. The team are so friendly, welcoming and super organised. The whole place is a dream, I feel instantly relaxed the moment I step through the doors.’

Balance, Rock Road, Rock, Cornwall 01208 869690; 07932788229; balancewellness.co.uk

Balance Wellness

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ocated in beautiful Rock on the North Cornish Coast, Balance is Cornwall’s leading medical spa, specialising in skin health and wellbeing.

Balance offers a truly personalised and holistic approach to aesthetics and overall wellness. From medical grade skincare, to calming wellness therapies, to non-surgical aesthetics, our medical spa is dedicated to helping individuals achieve their desired goals, whether that be to calm the nervous system or enhance their natural features.

Founder and Registered Nurse Hollie has always been passionate about offering the highest standard of care whilst using the safest and most advanced technologies to achieve each clients desired results. Because of this ethos, Balance is home to revolutionary FDA approved aesthetic devices such as BTL’s EmFace, Emsella and Exilis, which are able to tackle concerns such as skin laxity, facial structure and women’s intimate health concerns.

We understand that true beauty encompasses both the physical and mental aspects of wellbeing, which is why we incorporate traditional spa treatments into our practice. This includes reflexology, massage therapy and specialist touch therapy for those living with cancer.

“Hollie and her experienced team understand the importance of time and trust for each client”

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FASHION & BEAUTY

Fashion and beauty to keep you looking your best IMAGE: WINTER FLORALS ARE BACK

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Taking centre-stage in Rory’s extensive collection of signature silk scarves - this collection celebrates the 400th of the publication of William Shakespeare’s 1623 First Folio. Published seven years after Shakespeare’s death, the First Folio includes 36 of his plays, thanks to the hard work and dedication of two of his friends and fellow actors, John Heminge and Henry Condell, who gathered the plays together. roryhutton.co.uk

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ROYAL REVIEW:

How Kate upped her fashion and beauty game last year The Princess of Wales stepped out in some incredible outfits last year.

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s the royal family’s foremost fashion icon, the Princess of Wales is often in the sartorial spotlight.

Aided by assistant Natasha Archer, Kate has continued to evolve her style in recent years, and has impressed royal watchers with her outfit choices in 2023.

“Over the last year Catherine, Princess of Wales, has proven she’s equally adept at showstopping glamour for state occasions and formal events, and casual elegance when carrying out charity engagements,” says Caroline Young, fashion writer and author of The Fabulous Frances Farquharson: The Colourful Life of an American in the Highlands.

“There may be rules for royal dressing, but Catherine’s style isn’t conservative – she embraces fashion-forward garments from both the high street and haute couture in bursts of colour.

“Rather than just keeping it muted with beiges and blues, she often favours warm tones, such as pinks, reds and yellows.”

Plus, the royal’s glam squad always ensure her hair and make-up are perfectly suited to her outfit and the occasion.

Here, we look back at some of Kate’s most memorable fashion

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and beauty moments of 2023…

McQueen gown On the Bafta red carpet in February the Princess donned a reworked version of a flowing white Alexander McQueen gown she wore to the 2019 awards, with the corsage on the shoulder replaced with a flowing cape detailing. Kate teamed the dress with black opera gloves and clutch bag, finishing her look with a pair of £17.99 statement earrings from Zara, which instantly sold out. “Kate is keen to prove that you can wear the same dress twice,” Young says.

“She’s often described as the queen of recycling in the way she re-wears old favourites, which fits with the environmental ethos that she champions.”

Erdem suit Attending the Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey in March, Kate chose an elegant navy skirt suit with delicate floral embroidery from one of her long-time favourite

designers, Erdem. She paired the two-piece suit with a midnight blue saucer-style hat and had her hair styled in a chic updo that beautifully complemented the ladylike ensemble.

Coronation outfit Kate was praised for her stunning outfit at the most high-profile royal event of the year, the coronation of the King. She wore a deep blue Royal Victorian Order mantle edged in scarlet, over an Alexander McQueen embroidered ivory silk crepe dress. In a break from tradition, she decided not to wear a tiara, instead choosing an intricate silver headpiece by Jess Collett x Alexander McQueen, with her long brown locks twisted into a neat updo.

Spotty dress Kate has worn trendy London-based designer Alessandra Rich several times in the past few years, including for her appearance at the Order of the Garter service in June. The vintage-style spotty white dress, teamed with a navy and white feather-trimmed hat, drew comparisons to Diana, Princess of Wales, who wore a similar outfit to Royal Ascot in 1988.

up her look with a bold new hairstyle. Kate’s tresses were twisted into a braided bun which celebrity hairdresser Edward James described as a “polished Princess Leia” look, referencing the Star Wars character.

Purple suit Opting for another sharp suit for the Shaping Us National Symposium in November, the Princess donned a bright purple two-piece by British designer Emilia Wickstead. Young admires Kate’s bold, on-trend look: “Throughout 2023 she’s particularly favoured blockcoloured blazers and trousers in various hues, a look that is smart and on-point but also lends a more casual, approachable feel.”

Pink dress “In June, Kate was on-trend with the blush ‘Ahana’ dress by Beulah worn when she opened the Young V&A,” says Young. “With its tailored bodice and floaty skirt, it was the hit dress of the summer, but she got there first, having worn it two years before, at Wimbledon.” The Princess had her glossy locks styled in bouncy waves for the occasion.

Balmain blazer For her first appearance at Wimbledon 2023, Kate – who is patron of the All England Lawn Tennis Club – chose an Eighties-style mint green blazer by glamorous French fashion house Balmain. Tapping into the Wimbledon whites theme, she teamed the double-breasted jacket with a white pleated maxi skirt and court heels.

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LONDON FASHION WEEK PREVIEW AUTUMN/WINTER 2024 COLLECTIONS

Friday 16th - Tuesday 20th February 2024

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he world-famous London Fashion Week returns with catwalks, celebrities, glitz and glamour. It is one of the highest profile fashion events in the world – and one of the ‘big four’ international catwalk influencers alongside Paris, Milan and New York.

It presents an unrivalled opportunity to showcase some of the world’s leading fashion talent and the best and brightest names in the industry. It is a week where designers are free to create at will and experiment with new trends - whether colourful, crazy or controversial - the world is watching as fashion history is made.

Designers at London Fashion Week will be showcasing their breathtaking creations for their Autumn & Winter 2024 Collections and The British Fashion Council (BFC) is delighted to release the provisional schedule for London Fashion Week (LFW) as a digital-physical hybrid. London Fashion Week is a global showcase of talent that curates and amplifies excellence in creativity, culture, and commerciality.

The schedule features both menswear and womenswear designers, with highlights including BFC NEWGEN recipients, iconic British luxury brand Burberry, as well as 16Arlington, Ahluwalia, David Koma, Dilara Findikoglu, dunhill, Emilia Wickstead, ERDEM, Eudon Choi, Fashion East, JW Anderson, KNWLS, Marques’Almeida, Molly Goddard, Richard Quinn, Roksanda, Simone Rocha and many more.

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fashion stylists’ cutting-edge collections, but the media excitement that accompanies them.

Celebrities swarm to attend the fashion event of the year – past attendees include Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Dame Helen Mirren, Bradley Cooper, Brigitte Nielsen, Yasmin Le Bon, Kate Moss, Naomi Campbell, Elle Macpherson, Cara Delevingne, Eva Herzigova, Craig David, Calum Best, Jude Law, Pixie Lott and Daisy Lowe.

Fashion retailers, hotels, restaurants and bars across London will do what they can to join in the celebration of London Fashion Week by hosting special events and promotions both in-store and online. The allure of the show is exceptional, and London Fashion Week continues to be the top fashion event pulling visitors from every corner of the globe. London Fashion Week has been running twice yearly since 1983 and has since become one of the city’s most exciting, creative and coveted events.

For more information about London Fashion Week including up-to-date schedules, news, and tickets go to londonfashionweek.co.uk. Follow on @LondonFashionWk and join the conversation #LFW

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WINTER FLORALS ARE BACK: HOW TO WEAR THE GLAMOROUS PRINT TREND FLOWER-POWERED DESIGNS WERE ALL OVER THIS YEAR’S AUTUMN/WINTER CATWALKS.

BY KATIE WRIGHT.

CONNER IVES AW23 CATWALK SHOW

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LEEM GRAPHIC-PRINT PLISSE WOVEN TOP, £120, AVAILABLE FROM SELFRIDGES.

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ne of the biggest catwalk trends of the season, winter florals are here to bring some drama to your autumn/winter wardrobe.

Major players like Chanel, Balenciaga and Dior put petal prints and 3D flowers in the spotlight for AW23, with a focus on dark fabrics emblazoned with bright blooms.

London Fashion Week’s resident flower-power

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OMAN DARK GREEN FLORAL PRINT ONE SHOULDER STRETCH DRESS, £45 (WAS £55), AVAILABLE FROM ROMAN

experts, Richard Quinn and Erdem Moralıoğlu, put a glamorous spin on their favourite print, with sumptuous brocade suiting and exquisite evening gowns.

Up-and-coming designer Conner Ives impressed with his RO & ZO FLORAL-PRINT collection – shown WRAP-FRONT WOVEN TOP, £79; FLORAL-PRINT on the British Fashion BIAS-CUT WOVEN MAXI Council’s Newgen catwalk SKIRT, £89, AVAILABLE FROM SELFRIDGES – which featured a stand-out sparkly minidress with jeweltoned floral embellishments.

Midi dresses were a recurring theme on the runways – a look that’s easy to replicate on a high-street budget.

Layer a long-sleeved dress over a ribbed roll-neck and team with knee-high boots for a cosy winter ensemble, or go glam with a floaty evening dress and heels.

A flowery cocktail dress or co-ord set is perfect for party season.

To create a pulledtogether look, choose a handbag that matches one of the accent colours in the print.

If you’re wearing a beautiful red or pink rose print, why not complete your look with lipstick in the same shade?

The edgy way to do florals, a sharp suit works for day or night. Dress it up with on-trend platform heels or down with minimalist trainers. For a cool print clash, take your cue from the Emilia Wickstead catwalk and add a shirt or blouse in a contrasting floral print.

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Interiors PRETTY IN PEACH

BEST OF BRITISH

This new range offers a versatile, multi-directional pattern which is characterised by the loose movement of the kappar plant’s fleshy leaves. Caper, or ‘kappar’, bushes can be found in abundance tumbling down from rock faces and old buildings across the Maltese islands, the pattern is equally striking when applied with the leaves flourishing upwards or cascading downwards. Abigail Borg, Designer abigailborg.com

Peach Fuzz is the Pantone Colour of the Year 2024.

“Peach Fuzz is a soft and gentle colourway which is contemporary and comforting.

We love it and look forward to our customers curating their spaces with this sophisticated yet understated hue.” commented Tasia Cooke, Chief Operating Officer at Darlings of Chelsea. darlingsofchelsea.co.uk

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A TOUCH OF LUXURY The 6 Light Leaf Arm Empire Chandelier is ideal for greeting your guests as they enter your home or adding a bit of luxury to a grand dining room.

Made to be admired, the intricate detail of this chandelier will have your guests in awe. besselink.com

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BENCHMARK

The Richmond Bench is handcrafted from solid wood, rattan and foam to create a sturdy base with curving sides, and features an integrated shelf, cushioned seat upholstered in natural linen and flawless piped edging. wheresaintsgo.co.uk

Country Mouse is excited to introduce a collection of small wool blankets to their range of products, starting with 3 colours, these small wool blankets are an ideal size for use as a knee blanket, they can be used as a bed runner or as a wrap on a chilly day. countrymouse.co.uk

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2023:THE YEAR OF THE

ECLECTIC INTERIOR

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ust where has the time gone... One moment we’re still basking in the glow of Salone del Mobile and now, the year is over and it still feels like we’re still waiting for The Big 2023 Interiors Movement to emerge – this isn’t how it’s supposed to be! Or is it?

Sure, there have been some growing themes throughout the year, but unlike before they exist either happily merging into each other, the dividing lines broken down, or completely contradicting each other. And that’s what 2023 has all been about, the throwing away of the rule book, and the uninhibited celebrating of good design, whatever it may be, and whatever it may sit next to in the home.

Eclecticism, doing whatever we like in our interiors, was the decorating motto of 2023. We’ve seen the rise of ‘The home as the sanctuary’ in recent years – this year it’s more like ‘My home is just for me’. Like that chair? Take it. Like that table? Take it. They don’t go together? That’s ok, it’s all about how they make us feel – if they summon that warm, fuzzy feeling in your chest, they belong in your dining room.

It’s historic. It’s hyper-contemporary. It’s high-gloss smooth. It’s heavy texture. It’s colourful. It’s maximalist.

It’s iconic Scandi. It’s luxe. It’s laid back. Put all of the interior pieces you love into a big pot, mix them all together, and that’s 2023. Spaces became dynamic, personalised and free.

Interiors became about self-expression, each area a visual representation of who you are,

design objects becoming strokes on an artist’s canvas. Beautiful objects stood in the home to be admired standalone or as part of the fuller exhibition. Colours danced, textures soared and materials intermingled. Styles, influences and ages fused. It’s wild, it’s calm, and yet it really makes sense. 2023 was the year of the Me Interior, the Do Whatever You Like Interior, the Embrace It All Interior. But there were a few signals along the way as to where we’re headed.

Surfaces spanned got tactile, from the highly-textured to the mega smooth, with colours similarly extreme and high-definition, pigmentrich tones taking over. Scandi design took an unexpected twist, sofas went exploring and metallics got involved with it all. It was quite the year. In the closing moments of 2023, the echoes of such eclectic design resonate, leaving a lasting impression for the new interiors era, one where diversity and the celebration of unique aesthetics define the way we curate our spaces. Let us present the key materials and finishes from the mix that will guide us into the coming year...

Colourful Explosion:

Dig out your kaleidoscopes and pop on your sunglasses because the pigment party isn’t over. Powerful, impactful colours have reigned this year and there’s no sign of a slowdown.

Lead by the primary tones of vivid scarlet, rich ultramarine and radiant yellow with support from fiery orange, intense magenta and in-thejungle green, the modern furniture designs of 2023 were soaked in saturation.

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The New Nordic:

If you’re an aficionado of Scandi style, you always knew what you were going to get when adding to your collection – the highest quality materials, illustrious design names and classic, pass-down-the-generations-worthy design. OK – nothing’s changed in that regard, but this year Nordic furniture had a different feel, many pieces completely shaking off the past and creating brand new, original and innovative designs rather than the quiet subtleties we may be used to.

Adventurous Sofas:

“It’s historic. It’s hypercontemporary. It’s highgloss smooth. It’s heavy texture. It’s colourful. It’s maximalist. It’s iconic Scandi”

The modern sofa has moved into the realms of indescribability – it’s something curved, something angled, something long, something compact, something with gaps in, something a bit hard... Furniture-wise, the sofa is the centre of the home. It’s the comfiest place to be, where everyone wants to sit, its where we unwind, its where we relax, it’s where we catch up, it’s where life happens. Our seating needs are growing – to engage with each other, to fit around corners beauty, to fit the extended family, to double as a work space, to create sculptural – and sofas have heard us.

Super Textures:

From exaggerated upholstery to extravagant finishes, this year we honed in on touch. Ridged markings were carved into solid materials and tailored into the soft to highlight their three-

dimensionality form a layer of shadows. Glass took a U-turn and went from the definition of smooth to hazy, distorted and uneven, taking on the look of frozen water and casting shadows that transform a room into something ethereal. Materials got loose, relaxing their yarns to become more tactile, plush or soft for a cosy cocooning feel as well as creating experimental juxtapositions alongside other textures.

Dazzling Metallics:

Disco-ball-worthy spaces entered the contemporary design sphere this year with metallic accents edging indoors. It was a year that glittered, glistened and shone as playful and exuberant metallics graced platforms of all kinds: from the most up-to-date of living rooms to the catwalks of Dior, Chanel and Tory Burch, as well as stages stormed by Beyoncé, Taylor Swift and Harry Styles. From golden glints to silvery sheens, metallic accents in the home are enthralling and magical. chaplins.co.uk

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ANOTHER NOTTING HILL HOME

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asy Designée have recently completed a total refurbishment of a 4 storey Victorian terraced house on a quiet residential road in Notting Hill, in West London.

The extension, refurbishment and remodelling of the house was to provide a modern family home.

Our clients wanted to create a warm and comfortable home with modern features and Victorian touches. The house lacked character and personality although it benefited from good structure and delightful daylight.

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The house was stripped out and remodelled internally creating a sequence of horizontally and vertically interlocking interior spaces.

The existing facade to the rear of the house has been rationalised, by replacing the existing conservatory at lower ground floor level with a gull height glass opening to accommodate the new, contemporary kitchen.

By subtle changes to the spaces and by adding texture, colour, and fine materials we were able to create a warm, comfortable, and welcoming family home. We have achieved a harmonious and calm aesthetic throughout with modern touches within a timeless design.

The existing rear elevation has been rationalised, a conservatory at lower ground floor level replaced with a gull height glass opening and the kitchen relocated to the lower floor.

We felt that more could be made of the period features, enhancing some and reinstating others to bring out more of the Victorian feel of the property, showcased in the formal living room, which faces the main street and benefits form plenty of sunlight throughout the day.

Our choice of a bold colour feature wall is a direct reflection of the Victorian era, as well as the vivid personality of family, who embraced the audacious design choice right away.

The floor to ceiling panelled wall is the main feature of the master bedroom, giving the space tones of greatness. The rest of the furniture and décor is kept natural, to create a relaxing effect. The focal point we have chosen is a colourful painting, scaled to match the size of the furniture and balancing the source of natural lighting.

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The Garden Design process

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t Modular we believe garden design is the most exciting of all the design disciplines, but we would say that! As well as a beautifully designed garden being an inviting and practical space it’s increasingly viewed as a haven to immerse ourselves in; somewhere to escape the stresses of everyday life and connect with the natural world. The stats prove it can also significantly add value to your property so investing in it is a win-win.

The bigger picture.

A garden should work on many levels. Developing a great garden is rewarding for some, but frustrating for others. Perhaps you’ve lived with the same outdoor space for years yet are still way off realising your dream garden or have recently bought a property with a garden or roof terrace and just don’t know where to start?

Setting off on the right track with a vision and plan is critical to its success. Good design marries the clients brief (style/function), with the build and planting budget to create a space that is greater than the sum of its parts.

THE SOUND AND MOVEMENT OF WATER CAN INTRODUCE A MAGICAL ELEMENT TO AN OUTDOOR SPACE BUT REQUIRES PRECISION DESIGN AND INSTALLATION

full lighting and furniture packages to make the most from the space 24/7 and irrigation installation to ensure healthy plant growth.

God is in the details.

The Architect Mies van der Rohe famously said this and at Modular we agree. The technical JOE SWIFT FSGD IS THE DESIGN DIRECTOR OF design stage before the MODULAR AND OVERSEES EVERY DESIGN. HE HERE WE SEE BEAUTIFULLY DETAILED SEATING, PLANTERS, STEPS, PLANTING, AND PRESENTS THE RHS CHELSEA FLOWER SHOW AND build captures all the Right plant right WALL ART ALL COMBINING TOGETHER IN A SLICK CONTEMPORARY SPACE. GARDENERS WORLD FOR THE BBC. key design details such place. as levels, steps, surfaces, boundaries etc. with pinpoint accuracy Plants breathe the life into a garden. In the UK, they inspire us to to ensure a slick build and a high-end finish on site. We also offer celebrate our seasons and are an essential resource for wildlife.

Trees, large shrubs, hedging and clipped shapes provide the year-round structure with perennials and bulbs adding impact at key times of the year. Choosing the right plants for the right place (aspect, soil etc.) so they thrive and combine beautifully together is where the artistry of great garden design comes into it’s own.

Modular creates stunning, award-winning gardens and landscapes for private and commercial clients. We have a wealth of experience and expertise offering the full range of design, construction, and planting services and guide our clients through every step of the process. We only have one aim, to create an outdoor space that exceeds your expectations.

Contact us now to discuss your garden project.

Modular design and build gardens nationwide including the Sandbanks area t: +44 (0)20 7253 1222 e: info@modular.london ORNAMENTAL GRASSES, TEXTURAL FOLIAGE AND A COOL COLOUR PALETTE SOFTEN THE LANDSCAPING ELEMENTS. modular.london 98 JANUARY 2024

MODERN, MINIMALIST FURNITURE

Urban Editions presents a collection of high-quality, customisable furniture with a minimalist, mid-century or contemporary aesthetic designed and made in the UK using sustainable hardwoods.

The range includes TV stands, coffee tables, console tables, desks and a unique selection of cabinets for the music enthusiast with a vinyl record collection or Hi-Fi equipment,

although these may equally double as a sideboard.

Every product is made from solid wood in one of four choices; walnut, oak, iroko and a dark stained ash with multiple size options and leg styles always available.

See the full range at TheUrbanEditions.com 01225 285111

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CALEO FIREPLACES

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ALEO, taken from latin, being something that creates warmth!

So CALEO LTD do exactly that, not only in the warm, snug feeling enjoyed around the fireplace.. but also in the sense of wellbeing once the correct design has been bespoke produced, and your property features an incredible designer fireplace, created for you.

Exclusively sourced from the two industry leading pioneers of steel fireplaces, each model individually hand crafted in the South of France.

Their partner manufacturers are the world renown brands, FOCUS and J C BORDELET. Caleo bring together a wealth of technical expertise, incredible customer empathy and service along with specialist installation services to make your dream fireplace a wonderful reality.

“With a wide range of options available, they are absolutely committed to finding the perfect solution for your project”

With a wide range of options available, they are absolutely committed to finding the perfect solution for your project.

For example…

• High efficiency, low particulate emission wood-burners with ECODESIGN accreditation • Room sealed, balanced flue fireplaces gas fired or woodburning, perfect for low energy and passive house projects… (No air vent required) • Bio-ethanol options, delivering heating, real flames and no chimney required.

• Electric solutions with incredible realistic flame effects. (No flue required) • Suspended or base mounted fireplaces.

• Wide range of luxury colours and exclusive finishes.

Operating from a luxury showroom and offices based just off

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Junction 30 of the M1 motorway close to Sheffield, the company showcases 12 incredible fireplace designs, each one a working model to fully demonstrate the range of designs, finishes and fuel options available.

The showrooms are only available for private viewings, any day… any time!

By prior appointment only, which can be either in person or by video link using readily available technology, they welcome you to get the full showroom experience.

Specialist installation teams operate nationwide, and the Company are very experienced in working with your architect, builders and local trades to make distance installations seamless and stress free.

If you have a home missing the final statement piece, aspirations of a truly exclusive and individual fireplace, or a project upcoming that needs that final magic touch… get in touch. caleo.ltd

* Model shown; Focus Gyrofocus glazed, woodburning.

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Ask about…

High efficiency, clean burn wood burning models Balanced flue wood and gas fired options Colours and special finishes Passive house and low energy project solutions

Choice of fuels.

Wood-fired for high power, off grid renewable Gas fired for instant and easy control Bio-ethanol for flames, heat and NO CHIMNEY Electric, incredible realism, NO CHIMNEY

Design, supply and installation nationwide Exclusive ‘by appointment’ showroom, in person or by video link

Call 0114 457 8488 | Email info@caleo.ltd

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RUTLAND LONDON

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utland London is an English manufacturer of luxury bathrooms and heating products.

Its passion is to provide its clients with timeless designs which encapsulate the highest quality materials and craftsmanship. It endeavours to create and offer bathroom and heating collections that will enrich, enhance and compliment the most beautiful of interiors whilst meaningfully connecting with those who use them.

With their founders tracing their roots back over 100 years to the first heated towel rail designed by the Victorian inventor, Henry Keeling today the story of English manufacturing continues with Rutland London who are proud to have a factory on the South Coast of England where they manufacture their stunning bathroom and heating products.

Alongside its factory in Hampshire, Rutland London exhibits its timeless products within its two storey showroom at 596 Kings Road, Chelsea, London. Rutland London is famous for not only its portfolio of standard bathroom and heating products, but more importantly and credibly, its bespoke designs and products regularly commissioned by architects, interior designers and homeowners on

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projects within the UK and overseas.

With an established range of over 20 beautiful brassware finishes, 2024 brings a number of exciting announcements from the English bathroom and heating brand including a new range of over 10 luxury Protect+ finishes intended to follow the latest bathroom trends in both the contemporary and traditional spaces. This new range will nearmatch those of other market leading brands who do not offer the breadth of products offered by Rutland London.

Importantly, the luxury Protect+ range of finishes will neither age or patina ensuring it retains its aesthetic over time. This exclusive Protect+ range from Rutland London includes variations of Brass, Bronze, Copper and Steel in varying patinas and styles to capture inspiration from urban, heritage and industrial influences.

The market-leading portfolio of Protect+ finishes from Rutland London are available to be applied to Rutland London’s full suite of products including heated towel rails, shower enclosures and vanity suites.

For those clients preferring the ageing characteristics of traditional finishes, Rutland London will continue to offer its range of 20+ brassware finishes including popular options such as Antique Brass, City Bronze and Polished Nickel amongst other timeless finishes.

To learn more visit rutlandlondon.co.uk or telephone +44 (0) 20 7993 6736.

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CROWNING GLORY:

CREATING THE PERFECT ROOF

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beautiful roof can be the crowning glory of a house, and a secure, watertight roof protects everything underneath it. Restoring or replacing a roof requires safe hands, such as those of Hakka Group, a highly skilled and experienced company frequently trusted by the owners of homes of distinction or special heritage, some of them well-known individuals.

Hakka Group works across London and the Home Counties, led by its Managing Director Daniel Powell, who took charge after serving for 12 years in the Parachute Regiment where he learned to excel in both leadership and management under extreme pressure.

“Most of all, we like to work on roofs of character”, says Daniel, “That means that we often source and use special materials, and our people use just the right tools and techniques.

All of our roofing team are highly skilled artisans, including those who renovate and repair brickwork or leadwork. Some of our team started working for my father over twenty years ago!

The result is properties that are in keeping with their surroundings, and are a joy to live in.

“I worked with my father in his roofing

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company before I joined the military. Now, I use the skills I picked up there to benefit our family business. That means a focus on outcomes, processes, and expertise. We put our clients at the centre of any project and give them a first-rate experience. That includes listening to their needs at all stages, explaining options on materials, style, and finish, and being a safe pair of hands.

“We source and work with the finest materials, such as lead, slate, and handmade clay tiles. We have worked on projects from individual, Victorian-era dwellings, to whole estates.

For example, a project to renew the lead and slate on several Crown Estate properties in Regents Park.”

Dan’s company has earned testimonials such as this, “HAKKA Group are wonderful, a tremendous band of brothers. Dan is a superlative leader of men… He does all he can to make working with him and his team a great experience…. He is unlike any roofer that we’ve had… and is just a very nice guy to do business with… they have a very, very high standard of work.” - Lady P, Kent.

Call 0800 772 0511 or email info@hakkahouse.co.uk to discuss your project with Dan’s management team.

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BLACKPOP Unique, Timeless & Quintessentially British lackpop has earned its reputation as one of the UK’s most unique interiors brands, where they continue to create exceptional fabric and wallpaper collections, furniture, rugs & homewares that transform the spaces they adorn.

Specialising in sumptuous patterned velvets and sustainable fabric options, their design DNA is as distinctive as their approach - punking up the rich tapestry of the past.

Their in house Derbyshire based furniture and upholstery workshop is lead by highly experienced artisan makers who take scrupulous care with every piece they work on. Focusing on working with antique, mid century or made to order chairs, sofas, foot stools and ottomans, each piece is superbly crafted or given a totally new lease of life.

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our clients coveted pieces, restoring them to their rightful heirloom status - from one off statement chairs to custom sofas. These can be done using our signature British cotton velvet or our sustainable velvet, made from plastic water bottles that would have gone into landfill - making a sustainable, ethical and beautiful choice.”

This is your opportunity to own a piece of upholstered heaven. Don’t miss Blackpop’s winter sale - 30% off all their in stock furniture - this is a rare event!

These covered and unique pieces can been viewed in detail on their website, or seen in person by visiting their Derbyshire showroom.

Please contact Blackpop if you have a project you would like to discuss. Their showroom and studio can be found in the beautiful and quirky historic market town of Wirksworth, nestled in the heart of the Derbyshire Dales, where all their collections can be seen under one roof. blackpop.co.uk; info@blackpop.co.uk

“We love sourcing, transforming and reworking our clients coveted pieces, restoring them to their rightful heirloom status”

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COSY UP FOR WINTER IN ECO STYLE

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t’s time to embrace the warmth and comfort of winter! And if you are looking to do this in the most sustainable way, then the fantastic range of rugs, blankets and cushions from Weaver Green are the answer. All made entirely from recycled plastic bottles, which would otherwise go into landfill or littering our oceans, the waste bottles are collected, recycled and turned into a soft-to-the-touch yet hardwearing yarn that is both water resistant and machine washable.

There is a wonderful variety of designs to transform your living spaces into snug sanctuaries including: Washable Eco Rugs Weaver Green’s rugs come in an assortment of sizes and designs to suit every home. As soft as wool and cosy underfoot, you’d never believe it but these machine washable floor coverings are made from up to 3,000 recycled plastic bottles each and are suitable for both indoor and outdoor use!

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Cosy Sustainable Blankets Keep warm and snug during the chilly winter nights with Weaver Green’s plush blankets.

Irresistibly soft, comfortingly cosy, these recycled plastic blankets offer all the qualities of wool and so much more. Perfect for draping over sofas, snuggling on the couch, adding an extra layer to your bed or even keeping warm outside on a chilly winter evening.

100% Recycled Cushions Soft, squidgy and incredibly practical, there’s more to a Weaver Green cushion than meets the eye. Designed with intricate patterns and textures, these cushions are made entirely from recycled plastic bottles – even including the inner pad, making them durable as well as sustainable, ensuring that your home remains inviting and snug for many winters to come. weavergreen.com

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Dream Design is celebrating 40 Years of

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“Everything But Ordinary stands as a digital haven for extraordinary furniture, lighting, and accessories”

esign – it’s not just in our name, but also key to our success. For 40 years, Dream Design has been a beacon of innovation and quality in the world of interior design. The core of our success lies in understanding that good design can profoundly impact our quality of life. This philosophy has guided us in building an enviable reputation for creating extraordinary interiors that are both beautiful and functional.

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We are not influenced by passing fads. Instead, we strive to infuse longevity into every project, creating special places we can all be proud of. This ethos extends from new build projects to the transformation of existing spaces, be it kitchens, bedrooms, or bathrooms. We encourage you to visit our inspirational showrooms to explore the possibilities and discover how we can help you realise your dream home.

Design knows no bounds, and neither do we! Our expertise primarily shines in the South of England, with a particular focus on Sandbanks in Dorset, The New Forest in Hampshire, the home counties, and London. Yet, our reach extends far and wide, with projects completed across the UK and internationally, including locations as distant as Antigua.

Luxury Lifestyle Showrooms

Inspirational showrooms that feel like home. Relax on a sumptuous sofa beside an elegant dining table and chairs, meticulously chosen to complement our exceptional kitchen displays. Each element is a testament to our belief in the power of well-executed design.

Discover seamless elegance as each bedroom suite flows into a coordinated en-suite bathroom and dressing room, offering the ideal setting to find your dream bed, bath, and walk-in wardrobe.

Excellence Our design team’s attention to detail shines through in every aspect, from the exquisite Italian porcelain floors to the unique wall coverings, all brilliantly illuminated by concealed lighting or captivating chandeliers. Reflecting today’s lifestyle, our showrooms are replete with surprises and innovative designs at every turn, embodying our commitment to creating spaces that inspire and delight.

Everything But Ordinary (E-commerce Store)

In a world where the concept of home as a sanctuary is more important than ever, Everything But Ordinary stands as a digital haven for extraordinary furniture, lighting, and accessories. Our e-commerce store offers a rich browsing experience, bringing the best of our ranges directly to your doorstep.

For over four decades, we’ve been building close relationships with our chosen partners, who are some of the most highly respected brands in our industry. These brands are united by a common passion: producing highquality, innovative, and modern designs.

While we aim to cater

to every aspect of our discerning clientele’s homes, we consciously avoid the ordinary. Our focus lies on a handful of exquisite brands that resonate with our ethos and commitment to delivering an exceptional product portfolio, along with unparalleled service.

We invite you to discover more at everythingbutordinary.co.uk.

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Introducing SOWVITAL

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e are Sowvital, the premium horticultural brand that intertwines the wisdom of plant sciences with the art of mindful care. Our mission? To reignite the bond between you and your plants through scientificallyinformed and soulfully curated nourishment rituals. A vibrant growth into existence, backed by science and beautifully formed by Leslie David Studios, we have successfully run pop-ups in London, Paris, and New York. B-Corp certified within one year of our launch, going from strength to strength, we joined forces with Le Bon Marché as part of their Spring wellness campaign, and are now collaborating with them again for their Christmas season. This follows on from Sowvital’s residency in Moulié, the longest running florist in Paris.

Expanding our range, we are proud to introduce a new product collection, a curated assemblage of premium horticultural products, creating an undeniable union between the essential and the elegant.

Designed in England, precision-engineered, and blending style and utility: The Watering Can, The Mister, and The House Plant Tool Set. Contemporary and timeless, these design-led objects will sit

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proudly in the home, and provide effective yet beautiful solutions to plant care across generations.

The Watering Can, boasting an instantly recognisable, handsome silhouette. Engineered for the optimal flow and a perfectly balanced weight, this timeless design enhances your indoor gardening experience, making it more than just a tool - it’s a statement piece.

The Mister, a premium twist on the quintessential gardener’s tool. Forging an effortless union between the contemporary and the timeless, it is crafted to serve as a permanent part of one’s horticultural toolkit, a necessity for caring for any botanical collection.

The House Plant Tool Set, a petit pairing of sturdy yet form fitting tools, allowing full dexterity and delicacy throughout use.

Intended for use across all ages and built to be passed on to the future generations of green-thumbed extraordinaires.

These are just a few of the tools and accessories included in our new collection. To read more about our adventure and discover the rest of the range, head to sowvital.com nd follow us on instagram @sowvitalplantcare.

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ONE’S OWN FRENCH BEDROOM

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lthough designs are inspired by the elegance of Paris and the rustic charm of Provence; furniture brand French Bedroom is a family business rooted here in the UK. Since 2006, thousands of homemakers have chosen French Bedroom furniture for their timeless style and quality design.

Described by customers as ‘antiques of the future’, it is female founder Georgia Metcalfe who heads up the product development team. Together they fuse creativity and heritage to craft authentic and thoughtful furniture collections and soft furnishings. Passionate about reducing trend focused consumption, Georgia focuses on materials and forms that will age with elegance, encouraging homemakers to choose a piece to be treasured for generations.

Most famed for unique and luxurious bed designs, the collection of wooden, rattan and upholstered beds make the most important piece in the bedroom the focal point. Each bed also complements a wider collection of furniture, from bedside tables, chest of 11 4 J A N U A R Y 2 0 2 4

drawers and refined armoires. Designed to be future heirlooms, the French Bedroom look is inspired by timeless style whilst celebrating modern femininity.

Complementing the luxury furniture, the online store also offers premium bed linen, original lighting, and playful accessories.

French Bedroom’s talented and dedicated artisan makers ensure that every product is crafted from the finest, natural materials and exceptionally made with exquisite attention to detail. Whether it’s the delicate carvings that decorate a bedside table, or the gentle sweep of a classic cabriole leg, no inch is overlooked when it’s crafted by French Bedroom.

Coupled with thoughtful, personalised customer service the brand is consistently ranked as excellent

by Trustpilot. Confident in the product quality, French Bedroom also offer an industry leading returns window of 45 days, further evidence of their desire to help customers ensure they’ve found a piece they’ll cherish for a lifetime.

Producing in small batches for considered design, French Bedroom’s latest collection, the Gustavian, merges rococo style and Swedish minimalism in seven beautifully designed pieces. All the pieces have been expertly handcrafted in the highest-quality solid ash wood; over time the ash will season to develop a warm patina that only the authenticity of time can evoke.

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