House Magazines (London editions) October 2024

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The Map House presents their new exhibition Mapping the Tube: 18632023 - exploring the evolution of London’s Tube system and the iconic London Underground map over 160 years. The exhibition offers a rare opportunity to see and purchase hand-drawn and annotated manuscripts by Harry Beck on the 50th anniversary of his death. His 1933 pocket map influenced the design of transport maps worldwide and is an instantly recognisable design icon.

London Restaurant Festival (LRF), in partnership with American Express® has returned with its Autumn programme of events. As ever, the festival has been curated to showcase London’s diverse culinary scene across more than fifty experiences. From chefhosted tasting menus to masterclasses, restaurant-hopping tours, and more, the festival celebrates London’s gastronomic talent at both up-and-coming and iconic restaurants.

London’s leading art & antiques fair, LAPADA Berkeley Square Fair, returns to its iconic Mayfair location this month, with over 80 world-class exhibitors. Since 2009, the LAPADA Berkeley Square Fair has become a leading showcase for art and antiques on the international arts calendar, establishing a reputation for attracting buyers interested in significant one-of-a-kind investment pieces, alongside a new generation of keen collectors from around the world.

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Mapping The Tube: 1863 – 2023

LONDON UNDERGROUND’S ICONIC DESIGN EVOLUTION

The Map House, 25 October - 30 November 2024. Private view: 24 October

The Map House presents their new exhibition Mapping the Tube: 1863-2023 - exploring the evolution of London’s Tube system and the iconic London Underground map over 160 years.

The exhibition offers a rare opportunity to see and purchase hand-drawn and annotated manuscripts by Harry Beck on the 50th anniversary of his death. His 1933 pocket map influenced the design of transport maps worldwide and is an instantly recognisable design icon. The exhibition will include the most significant collection of Beck manuscripts ever offered for sale.

Highlights include: a one-of-a-kind draft copy of Harry Beck’s first Underground map, annotated by Beck and his predecessor Fred Stingemore, which highlights some of the tricky design questions he had to overcome, such as whether to use the official name of ‘Willesden Green (New Station)’ or stick with a simplified

‘Willesden Junction’; the resulting exceedingly rare 1 st Edition Underground Poster (1933), of which only 5 copies of the original 2,000 are known; and a unique, unfinished sketch from 1950 drawn in coloured pencil showing a proposed new layout for the District Line branch to Richmond.

The Arrival of the Tube

The Metropolitan Railway opened the world’s first underground passenger railway in London in January 1863 to create a route for the developing commuting population. By the end of 1863, several of London’s leading cartographers, sensing a commercial opportunity, published detailed folding maps illustrating the railway proposals before the House of Lords Select Committee. On display will be James Wyld’s New Map of London (1863), signalling the

advent of the London Underground network, alongside The Improved District Railway Map of London (1880), one of the earliest Underground maps issued to the public.

In the early 20th century, the London Underground was losing money, due to complaints of overcrowding, uncleanliness, and tardiness. Frank Pick, the Underground’s Publicity Manager, commissioned great artists of the day to create works that encouraged Londoners to associate the Underground with access to leisure activities.

“Mapping the Tube will also explore the extraordinary life and work of Harry Beck, the designer of the 1933 London Underground map”

Map that will be exhibited at The Map House is the larger, rarer edition created to hang in stations rather than to be purchased as a souvenir.

Examples featured in the exhibition include To the Theatres (1934), a striking poster advertising travel to the West End by Cecil Walter Bacon, and the Wonderground Map of London (1914) by Macdonald Gill, a whimsical caricature map of London, so popular with the public that it is often credited with saving the Underground from bankruptcy. The Wonderground

Harry Beck and London’s iconic Tube map

Mapping the Tube will also explore the extraordinary life and work of Harry Beck, the designer of the 1933 London Underground map, voted the second-best British design of the 20th century, for which he was paid just £5 and five shillings.

Beck, a trained engineer, conceived the design whilst drawing an electrical circuit diagram, revolutionising the way transport maps were designed by not placing the stations geographically as previous maps had. He believed that Underground passengers were not concerned with geographical accuracy but were more interested in how to get from one station to another and where to change trains. Beck’s clear, accessible and aesthetic design was so successful that it became the template for transport maps worldwide.

Despite the map’s overwhelming success, Beck’s contribution was largely forgotten until 2001, 27 years after his death, when the following acknowledgement was added to the map - “This diagram is an evolution of the original design conceived in 1931 by Harry Beck”. You can still read this in the bottom left corner of all London Tube maps today. Visitors to the exhibition can see an example of the Tube Map from every year from 1933 to 2023, charting its complete evolution from Beck’s globally influential and groundbreaking work.

For more information, visit themaphouse.com

@themaphouse #themaphouse

The Map House, 54 Beauchamp Place, Knightsbridge SW3 1NY

Opening Hours: Monday - Friday, 10:30am - 6pm / Saturday, 10.30am - 5pm

ALDWYCH UNDERGROUND STATION, 1940

LONDON RESTAURANT FESTIVAL 2024

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH AMERICAN EXPRESS UNTIL THURSDAY 31 OCTOBER

London Restaurant Festival (LRF), in partnership with American Express® has returned with its Autumn programme of events. As ever, the festival has been curated to showcase London’s diverse culinary scene across more than fifty experiences. From chef-hosted tasting menus to masterclasses, restaurant-hopping tours, and more, the festival celebrates London’s gastronomic talent at both up-and-coming and iconic restaurants.

2024 marks the 16th year of London Restaurant Festival in partnership with American Express. The festival continues to celebrate the best of the vibrant dining scene London has to offer.

There is stellar line-up of restaurant events, including:

‘Top Ten Cuisines’ Bringing a series of evenings hosted by best-in-their-field chefs. Visit Marylebone Village for punchy Mexican

cuisine at Cavita with Adriana Cavita and Eastern Mediterranean delicacies at Delamina with Limor Chen. Or try out chef Tony Truong’s new residency at the Hyatt Regency London Blackfriars, Chinese Cricket Club. These experiences include a welcome glass of Gusbourne’s award-winning English sparkling wine, and a bespoke four-course menu hosted by the chefs themselves.

‘Restaurant-Hopping Tours,’ Taking guests on a culinary jaunt across popular destinations including Bond Street and Oxford Street, Marylebone Village, and Portman Marylebone - where you can visit four Asian restaurants in one evening including Chourangi, Roti Chai, The Malt and Zayna. Indulge in four unique dishes, each paired with a drink.

‘Festival Highlights’ Combining a selection of one-off experiences, including ‘London’s Ultimate Afternoon,’ visiting foodie destinations across Bond Street and Oxford Street including cocktails at The Punch Room and a trip to the immersive art experience, Frameless on Marble Arch. The Whisky Exchange will also host a tequila and mezcal experience at one of

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London’s most sought-after Mexican restaurants, offering guests an exploration of some of Mexico’s finest exports alongside perfectly paired small dishes.

‘An Indian Summer’ Celebrating the incredible calibre of Indian restaurants in both Regent Street and St James’s, with a dinner at the oldest Indian restaurant in London, Veeraswamy, and a chance to try the latest opening from hospitality dons JKS, Ambassador Clubhouse on Heddon Street.

‘Festival Menus’ Restaurant booking and discovery platform OpenTable returns with its over 100 restaurants offering unmissable menus throughout the capital, created exclusively for London Restaurant Festival. This Autumns’ ‘Festival Menus’ showcase special offers categorised by both price range and occasion; from a light bite between meetings to MICHELIN Star dinners, and everything in between.

There is a wide selection of set menus and offers to choose from at a range of restaurants, including the daily special, Monday - Thursday, at Big Easy (multiple sites) for £26.50 per person; an Italian three course meal with wine at Obicà (multiple sites) for £42.50pp; 4 - 10 courses at MICHELIN Star restaurant, Pied à Terre, ranging from £75 - £150pp and a ‘Dragon Afternoon Tea’ at Chinese restaurant Gouqi London at £89.70pp.

Guests can look forward to an array of brand-new experiences, including:

‘The Spice Route’ A selection of London’s most prolific Pan-Asian restaurants host evenings in partnership with Cobra Beer at Lahpet Larder and Toba in St James’s Market.

‘Be More Mindful’ Celebrating the growing alcoholic alternative movement through inimitable experiences sponsored by World of Hyatt, to include an afternoon at Daylesford and cycling with Human Forest.

Amex Premium Events: London Restaurant Festival has also curated a series of events exclusively for Amex Premium Cardmembers across both brand-new and returning best-loved series, with superb dinners and experiences celebrating the very best of fine dining in London. See website for full details, Allergens and dietary requirements can be catered for at all restaurants, providing LRF are notified in advance of the event. Alcoholic alternatives will be provided at events where drinks are included as part of the ticket. Any exceptions will be made known, before the point of ticket purchase.

For more information, visit londonrestaurantfestival.com @londonrestaurantfestival

PHIL HOWARD

CLARIDGE’S RESTAURANT CELEBRATES IT’S FIRST ANNIVERSARY

Claridge’s Restaurant, the classically inspired but contemporary British dining room, has launched a new menu to celebrate its first birthday. A year since the restaurant threw open its glorious art-deco doors, the team has unveiled a brand-new menu that celebrates the best seasonal British produce from local suppliers, combined with an added touch of Claridge’s flair synonymous with the Mayfair institution.

Seafood dishes take centre stage alongside sharing plates and time-honoured hits, whilst not forgetting firm favourites from the launch menu, including the signature Black truffle crumpets and Parker house loaf – perfectly paired with Claridge’s crest butter.

Served from the open marble kitchen, new starters include Potted shrimp scone with horseradish, dill, and Cornish crab with crème fraîche and pickled apple. A spectacular Seafood Tower is deliciously laden with crab, scallops, langoustine and clams, and crowned with optional lobster or Beluga caviar for added ceremony.

New additions include Claridge’s Fish Pie with Scottish langoustine, cod, salmon, smoked haddock and seasonal greens and Dover Sole – available Grilled or Meunière.

Desserts from Claridge’s Restaurant exceptional pastry team are suitably decadent. Vanilla mille-feuille with custard cream and caramel sauce; Chocolate souffle tart with cocoa nib ice cream; and Profiteroles with vanilla cream and hot chocolate sauce delight. The new cheeseboard features all-British cheeses, sourced from Nottinghamshire to St. Andrew’s, accompanied by a seasonal chutney and plum crackers.

At the bar, one can order the perfect aperitif or cocktail to commence or conclude the evening. Heroes include the Ambre

Highball – a white wine spritzer with notes of stone fruit – and the Honey & Orange Sour with Bombay Premier Cru, Beesou Aperitif, Cointreau and honey.

Designed by Bryan O’Sullivan Studio and paying homage to the hotel’s art deco design heritage, the restaurant is a triumph of Calcutta Viola marble, antique brass, mosaic flooring and dramatic pendant lighting. Distinctive art deco starburst skylights and artwork from Claridge’s extensive private collection, further define the space and fuse heritage with the contemporary.

Claridge’s Restaurant is open for breakfast Monday to Sunday, and dinner Monday to Saturday. Bookings can be made at claridges.co.uk/restaurants-bars/claridges-restaurant

‘EVERYTHING’S POSSIBLE’

WITH POWDER BYRNE

“The team were absolutely excellent, with a uniformly positive and friendly attitude – highly impressive. Others had told us what to expect and that their service was unrivalled, and they did not disappoint.”

Rory Byrne founded Powder Byrne in 1985 because he wanted to provide something better for clients looking for luxury holiday solutions with dedicated personal service. What started in Switzerland has developed into a global business focused on providing the highest quality, flexibility and service for a wide range of clients: from individuals to families, to groups and corporates.

Powder Byrne specialises in luxury skiing across hand-picked resorts in the Swiss Alps, the Italian Dolomites and Japan with exclusive ski programmes and resort services tailored to each member of the family or group.

The company has come a long way since it was founded in Grindelwald in 1985 but has never lost sight of its founding ethos and genuine commitment to the best personal service. Whether skiing in the mountains, relaxing in one of the summer resorts, or setting out on a new adventure in Japan – Powder Byrne’s infectious ‘Everything’s’ Possible’ attitude is at the heart of every interaction.

Powder Byrne has a ‘nothing is too much trouble’ attitude when it comes to delivering exclusive services and creating unique experiences for their clients. As Ben Woodbridge, Powder Byrne’s Head of Delivery explains, “Our professional teams treat you the way we would expect to be treated, always putting your needs at the center of our planning. Our bespoke approach to luxury allows us

“We

had an excellent week, everything ran incredibly smoothly. All of the team were friendly, sociable and highly professional. This was very reassuring for us when leaving our children with the Yeti Club team for their ski days as we joined the Powder Byrne adult ski guides.”

to make sure everything is tailored to each client’s precise needs.”

These days, many companies promise exceptional service, but few are prepared or capable of committing to what it takes to really deliver that promise. Powder Byrne’s service relies on building close rapport and trust before you travel. The expert Client Concierge team will invest time understanding your objectives and the needs of each travelling. When you arrive in your chosen resort, everything is ready and waiting for you, as the Powder Byrne in-resort team has been briefed and prepared all your arrangements. This means you can trust the delivery of a seamless experience time and again.

Powder Byrne’s award-winning children’s programmes offer a range of expertly designed, fun and engaging experiences for the whole family to enjoy in the summer and winter. These programmes range from 4-month-old childcare, through to gap year courses and extend to adult offerings. Powder Byrne steps up the level of training for their teams by providing expert childcare training partnered with Worldwide Kids, the world’s leading provider of family and childcare services to the luxury hospitality sector.

One of the longest running and famed children’s ski programmes, is the Powder Byrne Yeti club. Providing expert ski instruction in a safe and fun environment for children ages 4 to 9 years old, with a qualified ski instructor and dedicated Powder Byrne children’s staff member for every group – they

boast the best child to staff ski group ratio in the mountains. Powder Byrne also offers a Yeti Primer programme for eager 3-year-olds, with a gentler morning introduction to the slopes and return for fun in the afternoon to one of their exclusive pb Crèche.

Powder Byrne has a range of unique offerings across the world, and not just in the winter season. With a dedicated Powder Byrne Japan team since 1989 designing tailor-made tours throughout the year, including the Kyushu Seven Star Train and unique Hokkaido ski tours with Powder Byrne guides. Powder Byrne also has exclusive access to its partnered private Finca and polo club in Sotogrande, in the south of Spain. Where groups and families can learn to ride, play polo or just enjoy the Andalusian outback.

“Looking back through the 40 years of Powder Byrne, it was right to place ‘Everything’s Possible’ and exceptionalism at the heart of what the company can achieve. Whether it was arranging a breakfast with celebrity chef Anton Mosimann on the top of the mountain, or famously evacuating all Powder Byrne families via helicopter from avalanches in Grindelwald in 1999, to simply ensuring each client holiday was consistently better than the last. This is still the standards the company sets itself today.” For more information on Powder Byrne and inspiration for luxury winter and summer experiences contact an expert travel consultant on 0208 246 5300, or visit powderbyrne.com

“For us it was really relaxing knowing our children were having a wonderful time on the slopes and their skiing would certainly improve. The adult ski guiding was phenomenal, with well trained guides taking us to the best slopes and the best tables on the mountain at lunch. It is difficult to fully appreciate without experiencing the service how much added value there is with the Powder Byrne set up.”

“We had an exceptional holiday. All the Powder Byrne

team were fantastic, and the Yeti and pb Creche provision exceeded our expectations. The children could not have had a better time or been in better hands. The resort manager and team have been incredible.”

Celebrating 40 years of original skiing and defining luxury travel

After four decades of delivering unforgettable experiences, building longstanding partnerships, and helping families create lasting memories, Rory Byrne proudly reflects on its remarkable journey and looks forward to an exciting future.

“I founded Powder Byrne in 1985 at the age of 23... but perhaps the story really started years earlier with my father.

In 1934, Vincent Byrne won the Morel Cup - a ski race in Chateau-d’Oex, Switzerland. He was 26 years old, and had taught himself to ski by walking up on skins, and racing down on the basic wooden planks called “skis”.

His passion for skiing then followed him throughout his life. As a World War II Spitfire pilot and POW of Stalag Luft III, he still managed to make a pair of skis out of wooden lengths to practice around the camp. He eventually ended his RAF service as Wing Commander.

As we were growing up, he shared his passion for the sport with me and my 7 older siblings in Grindelwald. Staying in a caravan site, in the middle of winter, we all learnt to ski from a young age, all taught by my father.

So by 1985, I was a good skier! During my university years, I took

friends skiing, showing them the best places for “Powder”, and the best places to “Dine”. This was the start of what we now call our “Powder Byrne ski guiding programme”.

Another benefit of my skiing upbringing was the relationships built up with great lifelong friends particularly in Grindelwald, all of whom share a similar passion for skiing and the mountains.

Whilst quietly self-confident at the time, I never imagined that Powder Byrne would be celebrating its 40th Anniversary with my son, Edward Byrne, leading the next generations of skiers to come.

I am immensely proud of the incredible people in the company who have helped us achieve where we are today. Our oldest partnerships are as old as the company. We have over 50 Powder Byrne married team member couples. We have introduced our summer and our adventure programmes, built our business in Japan, added a private flights programme, created properties in Switzerland, and a private Polo Club in Spain.

To all the people that have skied with Powder Byrne over the last 40 years, and to all those who have joined Powder Byrne on our journey, I would like to say a heartfelt, thank you for the trust and belief you have always shown in us and I am looking forward to the future.” Rory Byrne

RORY BYRNE WITH THE FIRST POWDER BYRNE TEAM ON THE PB LAND ROVER GRINDELWALD 1985.

SHAPARAK KHORSANDI: SCATTERBRAIN

Blackheath Halls, Sunday 27 October 8pm

Having reassessed her life through the prism of an ADHD diagnosis in last year’s funny and touching memoir, one of Britain’s most beloved and most scatterbrained stand-ups lets you back into her mind (warning: it’s cluttered in there).

Among other things, this show will be a love-letter to letterwriting, a trip back through her early years as a comic and womanabout-town, and a whirlwind tour of a hilarious, sometimes frantic brain. At least, it might be. With one of the UK’s most delightfully shambolic comics, raconteurs and writers, all that’s guaranteed is –as ever – a night of memorable entertainment.

Although it might not be remembered by Shaparak herself; that’s part of how ADHD works. And actually, we’ll probably check in with her in case she’s decided to start a career as an antique furniture expert instead. The diagnosis has helped Shaparak make sense of many aspects of her behaviour and personality, as movingly chronicled in her warmly-received book ‘Scatterbrain’. In this national tour of the same name, a woman who deserves the tag of national treasure uses her newly liberated mind as a springboard for a comedic rollercoaster ride.

Shaparak Khorsandi is a hugely loved performer and writer, a

British Comedy Award nominee, an I’m A Celebrity contestant, author of fiction and non-fiction, star of ‘Live At The Apollo’ and multiple radio shows, and many more things besides.

Sunday 27 October, 8pm; Tickets: £17

Blackheath Halls, 23 Lee Road, London SE3 9RQ 020 8463 0100; Blackheathhalls.com

‘A lightness of touch even when dealing with the darkest of subjects’ – Chortle – The Guardian

PHOTO: STEVE BEST

ANKE RIEMENSCHNEIDER is an emerging multidisciplinary German artist based in Basel, Switzerland. Her works are an expression of the deepest of humane emotions. They are melodic, harmonious and dense with meaning. Featured is her piece ‘Iris reflections_orange’

Visit art-riemenschneider.com and follow @ankeriemenschneider_art on Instagram.

SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS FAIR 2024

4-10 November, Olympia London

Christmas inspiration from over 600 independent brands at the iconic Spirit of Christmas Fair - discover a diverse collection of carefully curated gifts from small businesses and designer-makers each one picked for its originality and quality and brought together for this seven-day event.

These include: Ladies Fashion, Homeware, Christmas decorations and Children’s clothes as well as the finest food and drink from award-winning artisans and producers.

Following on from the sell-out success of 2023, acclaimed Spanish chef, José Pizarro returns with his specially crafted tapas menu, showcasing his signature dishes alongside exclusive creations designed for the show. Following the high demand for tapas in 2023, the menu will be available all day, so shoppers can stop for a break at any time. The ever-popular afternoon teas will also be available and bookable in advance.

Also returning to Spirit of Christmas 2024 are the popular complimentary, creative Workshops offering inspiration to visitors and enjoy a range of interactive sessions and interesting conversations including Strictly judge Shirley Ballas and Irish TV chef and author, Clodagh McKenna.

The gallery level Food Hall offers visitors the opportunity to buy unusual foodie treats and discover leading new artisan producers from whom they can source the best for themselves and their guests this Christmas including Great Taste Award-winning producers.

The Fair also boasts four stylish Louis Roederer Champagne bars, providing a relaxing place for visitors to rejuvenate with a glass or two in-between shopping.

And there will be late night shopping on Thursday 7 November 10am - 9pm.

Ticket includes entry to two adjoining fairs:

• Winter Art & Antiques Fair, Grand Hall gallery from 4-10 November - presenting a collection of the finest specialist dealers, offering a wide choice of high-quality, vetted art and antiques from 1500 to

“The gallery level Food Hall offers visitors the opportunity to buy unusual foodie treats and discover leading new artisan producers”

contemporary.

• Condé Nast Traveller Luxury Travel Fair, National Hall gallery from 7-10 November - offering a collection of the finest bespoke and immersive travel experiences

With this extensive shopping experience spreading over two halls, shoppers may need to pace themselves. Those wanting to peruse the Fair more than once can upgrade their tickets and make the most of a Premium, Weekend or Unlimited Pass.

For more information and ticket options visit spiritofchristmasfair.co.uk

ART |

ANTIQUES | COLLECTIONS

LAPADA BERKELEY SQUARE FAIR

Returns 23-27 October 2024

(Preview 22 October)

London’s leading art & antiques fair, LAPADA Berkeley Square Fair, returns to its iconic Mayfair location this month, with over 80 world-class exhibitors.

Since 2009, the LAPADA Berkeley Square Fair has become a leading showcase for art and antiques on the international arts calendar, establishing a reputation for attracting buyers interested in significant one-of-a-kind investment pieces, alongside a new generation of keen collectors from around the world.

The fair is located in the heart of Mayfair, known globally for its rich heritage, luxury retail, neighbouring art galleries, restaurants, hotels and private members clubs. The fair benefits from its close proximity to these establishments, with visitors spending well over £10m across the week.

New for 2024 is the launch of LAPADA Fringe, a celebration of Mayfair’s vibrant culture created by world famous establishments

from The Connaught to Cartier. This year also marks the LAPADA association’s 50th anniversary, a milestone that will come to life through a series of curated events, in collaboration with experts and tastemakers leading up to and during the fair, celebrating the experience, knowledge, and history of LAPADA.

Unrivalled in its breadth of exhibitors, this year’s confirmed galleries will unveil an exceptional collection of art and antiques, design and interiors from 80+ exhibitors, with antiquities, jewellery, watches, sculpture, fine art, furniture, clocks, crystals and minerals on display.

Returning exhibitors, all renowned specialists in their fields, include Carole Tresor, Butchoff Antiques, The Parker Gallery, Lennox Cato Antiques, MacConnal-Mason and The Old Corkscrew alongside new to the fair exhibitors such as Olga Lagbesi, VANT and Gallery V from Schwyz. Specialist collectors will find exquisite pieces from David Thatcher’s Samurai Art, original 20th century European impressionist works from John Adams Fine Art and specialist objects and extraordinary forms from outside of Europe curated by new fair exhibitor Patrick Mestadgh.

The LAPADA Berkeley Square Fair is delighted to welcome back esteemed partners Rathbones incorporating Investec Wealth & Investment (UK), the Wallace Collection and Pulbrook & Gould for 2024, whose value and support leading up to and during the fair continue to bolster the fair’s success. For further information visit lapadalondon.com or sign up to the newsletter for regular updates. @berkeleysquarefair

THE WINTER ARTS & ANTIQUES FAIR 2024

4-10 November, Olympia London

Thousands of one-off pieces from Lowry to Lalique…

Held annually, the Winter Art & Antiques Fair brings together some of the UK’s most respected art and antique dealers, offering a wide choice of high-quality objects from around the world. Positioned just as the nights are getting darker and thoughts are turning to Christmas, the 33rd edition of the Olympia Fair returns from November 4-10 and is set to sparkle with diamonds, glass, silver and mirrors.

Established and knowledgeable dealers present authentic pieces from ancient to contemporary including classic and 20thcentury jewellery, Art Deco, glass, mirrors, silver, furniture, and all periods of art, Asian objects and much more.

Beloved by collectors, connoisseurs, interior designers as well as creative homeowners, the Fair embraces the durability and sustainability that art and antiques embody. Prices start at under £100 and can go up to over £100,000 for rare, museum-quality pieces. Uncover genuine one-off pieces, whether it’s famous names such as Lalique, Matisse, Meissen and Cartier or simply historic craftsmanship at the highest level.

To ensure quality and authenticity, each piece for sale is vetted by a specialist expert committee enabling all buyers, at any level, to buy with confidence.

Fair Director, Mary Claire Boyd, says of the seven-day event, ‘Each year, we bring together the finest dealers to showcase their curated collections. From ancient artifacts to modern masterpieces, there is something for seasoned collectors and first-time buyers alike at the Olympia Fair.’

The Fair is the last important art and antiques fair before Christmas.

“From ancient artifacts to modern masterpieces, there is something for seasoned collectors and first-time buyers alike at the Olympia Fair”

THE DETAILS

For more information and ticket options visit olympia-art-antiques.com

TICKET INCLUDES ENTRY TO TWO ADJOINING FAIRS:

Spirit of Christmas Fair from 4-10 November

Christmas inspiration from over 600 independent brands including the finest food and drink from awardwinning artisans and producers.

Condé Nast Traveller Luxury Travel Fair from 7-10 November Offering a collection of the finest bespoke and immersive travel experiences.

THE WORLD OF TIM BURTON

25 October 2024 – 21 April 2025 at the Design Museum. In partnership with Harvey Nichols

PORTRAIT OF TIM BURTON

. PHOTOGRAPHER/ STEVE SCHOFIELD

The Design Museum has revealed for the first time the highlights of its major autumn exhibition on the exceptional career of director Tim Burton.

From October, visitors to the museum in west London will be invited to step into The World of Tim Burton and to journey through five remarkable decades of creativity. Today the famed and fascinating objects which will be seen are announced — from Tim Burton’s earliest unrealized projects to his most recent film, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024).

Over 600 incredible items will be brought together in the exhibition to chart the evolution of Burton’s unique design aesthetic. Objects are loaned from Tim Burton’s extensive personal archives, key film studio archives including Paramount, Amazon MGM Studios, and Warner Bros., and the private collections of Burton’s collaborators. Many items have never been on public display in the UK before.

Highlights will include hundreds of Burton’s expressionistic sketches and drawings that he has created prolifically since childhood. These will be seen alongside props, set designs, and costumes from his iconic films, including Michelle Pfeiffer’s Catwoman costume from 1992’s Batman Returns, and the black and white striped dress from 1999’s Sleepy Hollow, worn by Christina Ricci.

The World of Tim Burton will showcase Burton’s remarkable output, with over 18 of his films individually spotlighted in the exhibition. It will celebrate the creative processes behind some of the most significant movies of the past five decades, including Beetlejuice (1988), Batman (1989), Edward Scissorhands (1990), and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005).

The exhibition comes to London after a hugely successful decade-long world tour that has seen it visit 14 cities in 11 countries since 2014. Yet not only will this be the first and only time it will be seen in the UK, it will also be the very final time the exhibition will be staged. For this very special homecoming – to Tim Burton’s adopted home city – it has been specially adapted, expanded, and physically reimagined for the Design Museum.

Visitors will for the first time be able to take a deeper look at the director’s work by seeing it through a design lens. With the addition of over 90 new objects to the exhibition, this iteration of the show will examine Burton’s hands-on and design-led approach to filmmaking.

A major aspect will also be the

spotlighting of his long-term collaborations with designers working across costume, set and production design. This includes the renowned costume designer Colleen Atwood, production designer Rick Heinrichs, architect and designer Anton Furst, and the awardwinning puppet makers and stop-motion animators Mackinnon and Saunders.

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH HARVEY NICHOLS

The World of Tim Burton is presented in partnership with Harvey Nichols. To celebrate the exhibition and its new partnership with the Design Museum, Harvey Nichols will unveil a Burtonesque Christmas window display later this year. It will feature five unique objects from Tim Burton’s private collection, previously showcased in his exhibitions around the globe. designmuseum.org @designmuseum

KITCHEN W8 A KENSINGTON FAVOURITE

CELEBRATES 15TH ANNIVERSARY

Chef Phil Howard and restaurateur Rebecca Mascarenhas launched Kitchen W8, the charming and stylish Kensington neighbourhood restaurant, in 2009, and their Head Chef Mark Kempson has been a stalwart in the kitchen since day one.

Marking their 15th anniversary this month, Mark is taking advantage of his favourite seasonal ingredients and showcasing them on a variety of special menus. This is the time of the year when Mark confesses that he truly shines in the kitchen – with game in many guises, truffles, mushrooms, squash and pumpkins.

Having achieved a coveted Michelin star in 2011, and retaining it through the years, Kitchen W8 has a broad culinary appeal –and menus to suit casual weekday lunches, business entertaining, gourmet aficionados, and weekend brunch gatherings for families and groups of friends.

Day-to-day, the set lunch and early evening menu is one of the best value Michelin-starred offerings in London at £40pp for three courses, but throughout this autumn, the restaurant will add some magnificent additional menus showcasing the finest ingredients of the season.

‘A Celebration of Game Menu’ (£110pp) from 7-20 October will showcase Mark’s absolute enthusiasm for all types of game, with dishes including pheasant, grouse, partridge and wood pigeon – all presented with creative flair and phenomenal taste.

Marking the restaurant’s significant anniversary, ‘A Celebration of 15 Years’ tasting menu will be offered at lunch and dinner from 21-27 October – and will feature several of Mark’s signature favourite dishes, including Thinly Sliced Smoked Eel with Scorched Cornish Mackerel, Sweet Mustard & Golden Beets, as well as BBQ Loin of Fallow Deer with Jerusalem Artichoke, and Valrhona Chocolate Pavé with Salted Caramel Ice Cream (£125pp).

The hugely popular annual ‘Black & White Truffle

Menu’ is on the horizon, too, from 18 November until 1 December, dazzling with four varieties of truffle in one menu. Highlights are Truffle Churros, ‘Truffle and Rice’ (risotto with Jerusalem artichoke and while Alba truffle); ‘Blackened Quail’ (with Périgord glazed quail an roast Delica pumpkin); and a showstopper dessert –‘Gingerbread and Pear’, with gingerbread ice cream, brown butter poached pear. (Full menu £155pp.)

And for those planning their festive dining, the set lunch Christmas menu is a treat (£40 fpr three courses, from 2-22 December, as well as some ultra-seasonal new dishes on the à la carte menu for lunch and dinner. Mark’s finish to the festive menu with Warm Mincemeat and Marcona Almond Croustade sets just the right tone to mark the Christmas mood.

Kitchen W8, 11-13 Abingdon Road, London W8 6AH kitchenw8.com; Tel – 020 7937 0120. @kitchenw8

This Festive Season, embark on a Journey into the Heart of Christmas with JUMEIRAH CARLTON TOWER

Jumeirah Carlton Tower is thrilled to unveil its enchanting festive campaign, A Journey into the Heart of Christmas, inspired by the beloved family Christmas classic The Polar Express. This year, the hotel invites guests on a journey into the heart of the holiday season, with its lobby transformed into a nostalgic vintage experience. Here, guests are encouraged to reconnect and create unforgettable memories amidst the joy of the festive season.

Upon arrival, guests will be immersed in a winter wonderland, featuring a stunning festive flower installation and Christmas trees masterfully crafted by the renowned royal florist Moyses Stevens. Highlights include a traditional toy train set, a charming Father Christmas letter box for guests to use, bound for The North Pole and much more. Throughout the hotel, the theme continues with vintage train tickets, homemade sweet treats, and limited-edition passport stamps, while a dedicated children’s program offers a range of exciting activities designed for family bonding and cherished moments.

Beginning on 12 November, A Journey into the Heart of Christmas, will come alive with the launch of the Festive Afternoon Tea (£85 per person), created by Executive Pastry Chef, Martin Haidar, a seasonal twist on the hotel’s much-loved offering, inspired by Highgrove House & Gardens, available until 5 January. Guests can indulge in a selection of savoury delights such as wild mushroom tartlets

with onion jam to start, Brie and tomato chutney sandwiches, and homemade Cajun turkey breast with apple and cranberry chutney. These are followed by an array of sweet desserts, including a Christmas fruit cake known to be His Majesty King Charles III favourite festive delight, a Snow-White dessert featuring tea, white chocolate mousse, and apple flavours, and a spiced ginger flower combining brioche with cranberry, mixed spices, and light mascarpone cream.

For those seeking a lighter option, the hotel’s Scone Bar presents an artisanal selection of scones in six unique flavours, each served with a complementary condiment. Options range from a classic plain scone with clotted cream to a seasonal star anise scone with chestnut condiment. This experience is available for £38 and can be elevated with a glass of Champagne for £55. Additionally, train-shaped Christmas logs (single £16; large £80) will be available from 2 December, allowing guests to take a piece of the festive magic home with them.Jumeirah Carlton Tower will also introduce three festive cocktails (£18 each) to ensure guests leave with a cheerful spirit. ‘Home for Christmas’ cocktail features vodka, cacao liqueur, double cream, vanilla, and chocolate for a sweet, indulgent treat. ‘Tickets Please’ combines gin with Tonka bitters, blackberry cordial, and Champagne, topped with a whimsical candy cotton garnish. For a decadent option, ‘Platform 1961’ blends sloe gin, five-spice syrup, and siphon cream for a luxurious festive celebration.

Gianluca Priori, General Manager of Jumeirah Carlton Tower, commented, “This season, Jumeirah Carlton Tower invites guests to embark on a magical journey into the heart of Christmas. Our carefully curated festive offerings are designed to delight and bring families and loved ones together, creating cherished memories and strengthening bonds.”

For those seeking an extra touch of wonder this season, “A Journey into the Heart of Christmas” package offers a truly special experience. jumeirah.com

THE DETAILS

A bottle of Champagne upon arrival (with a non-alcoholic option available)

Exclusive festive welcome treats

Early check in and late check out

Festive Afternoon Tea for two adults

Daily breakfast

Tickets to a family friendly festive activity in one of London most iconic location

Complimentary access to The Peak Fitness Club & Spa facilities

Indulge in the ultimate festive get away with this enchanting package designed to make this season unforgettable.

RM SOTHEBY’S LONDON TO BRIGHTON VETERAN CAR RUN 2024

CELEBRATING 120 YEARS OF THE LADIES’ AUTOMOBILE CLUB SUNDAY 3 NOVEMBER 2024

This year’s RM Sotheby’s London to Brighton Veteran Car Run, will be celebrating the milestone 120th anniversary of the genesis of The Ladies’ Automobile Club.

At the dawn of the 20th century, a number of Britain’s prominent society women sought to form a club in which to share their interest in motoring, as the existing clubs did not admit women. With Lady Cecil Scott Montagu as its driving force The Ladies’ Automobile Club was conceived, and by 1904 had more than 300 members with its headquarters at Claridge’s Hotel in Mayfair.

The Royal Automobile Club, which has organised the revered Veteran Car Run since 1930, was also integral in the early success of The Ladies’ Automobile Club. In the summer of 1904, it held its first outdoor event in the shadows of what is now the Royal Automobile Club’s clubhouse on Pall Mall. Over 56 vehicles – including electric, steam and petrol-powered pioneers assembled at the Athenaeum Club on Waterloo Place and Carlton House Terrace.

The colourful cavalcade then drove via Pall Mall and Hyde Park to the Ranelagh Club in Barn Elms for afternoon tea. So striking was the spectacle of so many elegantly dressed

women driving en masse, that the King and Queen watched them pass Buckingham Palace.

Now, 120 years later, the London to Brighton Veteran Car Run will honour that landmark occasion when participants once again travel in front of Buckingham Palace and head down The Mall en route to Parliament Square, Westminster Bridge and onwards to the Sussex coast.

“The anniversary not only provides us with a wonderful opportunity to celebrate The Ladies’ Automobile Club but also to acclaim the major – yet too often under-acknowledged – roles women have performed in both motoring and motorsport ever since,” confirmed Ben Cussons, Chairman of the Royal Automobile Club.

As to the posterity of The Ladies’ Automobile Club, once women were admitted to more motor clubs it was eventually absorbed into the Royal Automobile Club during the 1920s. It is that important achievement which will be lauded on this year’s very special edition of the world’s longest running motoring event.

Full details are available at veterancarrun.com.

ST JAMES’S MOTORING SPECTACLE 2024

A new Motoring Extravaganza by the Royal Automobile Club, Pall Mall Saturday 2nd November 2024

Building on the successes of the Regent Street Motor Show and St James’s International Concours, the Royal Automobile Club is proud to announce the St James’s Motoring Spectacle.

Like its predecessors, this exciting new free-to-attend event will take place on the eve of the world-famous RM Sotheby’s London to Brighton Veteran Car Run, during the Club’s own London Motor Week activities.

It will now, however, have a prominent new home on the capital’s prestigious Pall Mall, in the heart of St James’s, which will be closed to through traffic for the day thanks to support from Westminster City Council.

Like no other car-themed showcase in the UK, the unique and innovative Motoring Spectacle will celebrate motoring past, present and future, with significant focus on both educational activities and how today’s carmakers are embracing sustainability.

Visitors will be treated to five dedicated zones on Pall Mall:

The First Zone will feature the much-loved St James’s Concours featuring around 70 of the pre-1905 pioneers participating in the following day’s Veteran Car Run.

The Second Zone will host a collection of significant cars from RM Sotheby’s blue-riband auction taking place on the same day, and which itself boasts a brand-new venue in the Peninsula London hotel on Hyde Park Corner.

Zone Three will be holding an educational display charting the history of the car with a focus on alternative technologies and sustainability, with thought-provoking content as well as interactive advice on skills initiatives and careers within the industry.

Zone Four will be a heritage display presenting a timeline on how motoring has developed from the end of the horse-drawn carriage era, through internal combustion engines, and on to the latest generation of modern electric power. Sustainable fuels, such as those already ably demonstrated by the Club’s own veteran cars

on last year’s London to Brighton, will be showcased. This heritage section will also celebrate major motoring milestones including 125 years of both Renault and Fiat plus 50 years of Volkswagen’s game-changing Golf family car.

The final zone will put the focus on modern design, providing the public with a rare opportunity to see some of the most spectacular super- and hyper cars. The emphasis, though, will be on how today’s manufacturers are embracing cutting-edge technology to meet – and exceed – sustainability mandates.

Maximising its pole position outside the Royal Automobile Club’s historic clubhouse on Pall Mall, the St James’s Motoring Spectacle will also engage with local retailers and businesses. As an example, the Iconic Images Gallery on Waterloo Place will host a world-class exhibition of motoring and motorsport-themed art from leading artists in the immediate run-up to the Veteran Car Run.

“We are delighted to announce the St James’s Motoring Spectacle – a very special, free-of-charge, educational and entertaining experience set right in the heart of London,” confirmed Duncan Wiltshire, Chairman of the Royal Automobile Club.

“The Royal Automobile Club has always been at the forefront of promoting excellence and innovation within motoring. This wonderful new show will not only celebrate the freedoms motorised transport has provided but also forecast the car’s future role within a fast-changing world. We must thank Westminster Council for sharing our vision and helping us turn these plans into a must-see reality.”

The creation of an inclusive event celebrating the motor car, its cultural impact, and the important part it will continue to perform in the years ahead will also further promote the special theme of the 2024 London to Brighton. This November’s Veteran Car Run is honouring the 120th anniversary of the Ladies’ Automobile Club, which staged its first ever event at The Athenaeum Club on Waterloo Place and the Carlton House Terrace in 1904.

For more information on the St James’s Motoring Spectacle and the RM Sotheby’s London to Brighton Veteran Car Run visit veterancarrun.com

LADIES’ AUTOMOBILE CLUB MEET AT WATERLOO PLACE, LONDON 1904 WORLD’S FIRST CAR, 1886

Hayward Gallery at Southbank Centre

HAEGUE YANG: LEAP YEAR

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October 2024 — 5 January 2025

The Hayward Gallery presents the first major UK survey of the internationally celebrated artist, Haegue Yang.

Considered to be one of the leading artistic voices of her generation, Yang’s work is both spellbinding and boundary-pushing, probing into contemporary ideas of cross-cultural pollination, modernism and folk traditions, and personal and political histories.

Leap Year illuminates Yang’s multifaceted, interdisciplinary and highly inventive practice from the early 2000s to today, echoing the Hayward Gallery’s mission, to champion artists from across the world whose ideas challenge and spark new ways of thinking.

Arranged into five thematic zones, the exhibition will include three major new commissions and several new productions to present a visual and sensory experience through installation, sculpture, collage, text, video, wallpaper and sound. Yang’s artwork often transforms everyday domestic items and industrial objects, from drying racks and light bulbs to nylon pom-poms and handknitted yarn, into distinctive sculptures and multimedia installations that engage the senses.

Leap Year will feature key works from some of her most notable series including Light Sculptures, Sonic Sculptures, The Intermediates, Dress Vehicles, Mesmerizing Mesh and the Venetian blind installations.

Haegue’s recent solo exhibitions have taken place at institutions including: Helsinki Art Museum (2024); National Gallery of Australia, Canberra (2023), S.M.A.K., Ghent (2023); Pinacoteca

de São Paulo (2023); SMK – National Gallery of Denmark, Copenhagen (2022), Tate St Ives (2020); MoMA – The Museum of Modern Art, New York (2019); and Museum Ludwig, Cologne (2018).

Haegue Yang says: “My artworks often have very long names with seemingly odd combinations of words that are hard even for me to memorise, whereas my exhibition titles are much simpler. This naming tradition mirrors my relationship to art-making versus exhibition-making. Art making is like weaving together a piece of complex, and therefore impossible to unweave, fabric, while exhibition making is like tailoring it into something comfortable to wear. Both acts are eager attempts towards perfection. For this survey show, I deliberately unfocused my eyes to obtain the hidden 3D vision of my own practice, which is a rare, perfect occurrence like a leap year.”

For more information visit southbankcentre.co.uk; Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road; London, SE1 8XX

BOTTOM: HAEGUE YANG, THE RANDING INTERMEDIATES – UNDERBELLY ALIENAGE DUO, 2020. © HAEGUE YANG; COURTESY OF THE ARTIST. COMMISSION BY MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART AND DESIGN

MANILA. PHOTO: AT MACULANGAN/PIONEER STUDIOS.

TOP LEFT: HAEGUE YANG. PHOTO: CHEONGJIN KEEM, 2024

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TOP RIGHT: INSTALLATION VIEW, HAEGUE YANG, SONIC RESCUE ROPES, 2021-2022, M+, HONG KONG, 2021. © HAEGUE YANG. PHOTO: LOK CHECK & DAN LEUNG. COURTESY M+, HONG KONG

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The King’s School Canterbury

“This is a place of joy and scholarly wonder. Of curious minds and endless discovery. Where the sound of music fills cloistered walkways and beautiful spaces inspire. This is a place beyond compare’.

One cannot help but be captivated by the exquisite setting of The King’s School, securely nestled in the historic Precincts of Canterbury Cathedral. The School’s connection to the Cathedral gives it a unique spiritual core, providing opportunities for pupils and staff to come together as one, whilst encouraging quiet reflection and appreciation of the non-material.

Against this historic backdrop, King’s is truly a school moving forward, seeking to develop the ‘whole person’ and instilling in its pupils strong values, a global outlook and an empathetic and openminded approach. Complementing the tranquility provided within its ancient walls, the School sits at the heart of a bustling medieval city through which pupils move to lessons and activities, giving it a university feel and a real connection to the world outside.

King’s prepares its pupils for the world beyond school through a parallel focus on academic and co-curricular excellence. Indeed, while the School offers one of the broadest curriculums of any school, including over 30 subjects at A-level, it also offers a brilliant

enrichment and extension programme. Creativity and confidence are nurtured and the co-curricular offering is enormous. No matter their interests, pupils are supported to develop their passions, and there are activities going on in every corner of the site almost every minute of the day, further demonstrated during the spectacular King’s Week Festival, which has been held every year since 1952. King’s Week occupies the final week of the Summer Term with over 200 events that showcase the pupils’ creativity and talent in music, art, dance and drama.

Co-education at King’s has been firmly established over several decades, and pupils, both boarders and day (ages 13 – 18), are drawn from across the UK and around the world. Junior King’s, the junior branch of King’s (for ages 3-13), set in a stunning eightyacre countryside location just outside Canterbury, has full boarding from Year 5 upwards and offers natural entry points at Nursery, Reception, and Years 3, 5, & 7.

Open Days, held each term, are an ideal occasion to explore the opportunities on offer at King’s and Junior King’s for your son or daughter. Come and see for yourself why The King’s School Canterbury really is a community like no other. kings-school.co.uk/visit

SKILLS FOR LIFE

“I’m so grateful to be part of a school that offers such a rich and varied experience.” (Year 9 Pupil)

Ballard is a school where pupils can grow, laugh and learn, striving to be the best that they can be.

As Martin Luther King Jr once said, “true education seeks to cultivate both intellect and character”, and that’s exactly what Ballard does. Grounded in strong values, pupils discover a school life full of opportunity and aspiration. Pupils not only look to achieve academically but also personally. Whilst exceptional GCSE results demonstrate an aspect of success, they tell only part of the story. Pupils leave Ballard equipped not just with knowledge, but with the confidence and character to make a difference.

Individuality at Ballard is celebrated and nurtured. From an early age, pupils learn to approach problems with creativity and critical thinking. Whether it’s how to construct the highest straw tower or interpreting the Odyssey, pupils are encouraged to think and try with a huge variety of opportunities opening many pathways.

In the Arts, pupils are encouraged to express their unique perspectives through various mediums from Mozart to Matisse, Steinbeck to Stormzy; this provides creative freedom and fosters self-confidence and innovation. Ballard’s ‘Sports for All’ ethos encourages teamwork, discipline and perseverance. Its flexible programme fosters resilience, tenacity, leadership and collaboration,

reinforcing a sense of community - the Ballard Family, ensuring that no child is left behind.

Recognising the importance of languages, French is taught from Year 1 and Spanish now from Year 4. UCL research highlights that learning another language aids cognitive control and memory as well as improving social skills and cultural awareness in children. This in turn leads to better interpersonal relationships and increased

empathy, essential life skills. Oh, and Ballard is also the current Languagenut Primary national champions too!

Research shows that “the wellbeing of children and young people is a crucial factor in their ability to achieve and thrive” (Public Health England, 2021). At Ballard, staff place the pupil at the heart of all they do. PHSE is integral to the curriculum and this agile programme allows Ballard to ensure pupils are prepared for young adulthood. They learn about the importance of mental health, healthy relationships, and responsible citizenship, as well as garnering key skills including communication and leadership. For instance, during Open Mornings, pupil tour guides showcase their school to prospective parents, developing public speaking skills, confidence, and the ability to articulate their opinions. It also fosters a sense of responsibility and pride in their school community.

PUPIL TESTIMONIALS

“I recommend Ballard to anyone who is looking for a new school because it’s one of a kind and can bring out interests you never knew you had.” (Year 9)

“The experiences I’ve gained at this school have truly shaped who I am as a person, and I just know that if I had stayed at my previous school, I’d have absolutely no idea where my passions lied and what I wanted to pursue in the future.” (Year 11)

“I recently started DofE Bronze, which is a fantastic way to build independence, learn new skills, and gain a sense of freedom.” (Year 9)

Character skills are increasingly recognised as vital to employability with great value being placed on those who demonstrate integrity, responsibility, and the ability to work well with others. These attributes are developed throughout Ballard, preparing pupils for their future and encouraging them to contribute to society. Some examples of more specific skill enhancement include teambuilding for our prefects (Y8 & Y11) as well as the whole of Y7; Dragons Den (Y8), Ballard on Board (Y9); and mock interviews (Y11) Much of it though remains intangible, 1-to-1 conversations, expectations, eye contact and handshakes.

A Ballard education goes beyond academics, nurturing future leaders, innovative thinkers, and empathetic individuals, all equipped with essential character skills to make a significant impact on the world.

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“There is only one word to describe Ballard and that is ‘extraordinary’!” (Year 9)

PARENT TESTIMONIALS

“Both my children are thriving here. It’s a place where young minds are respected, encouraged and nurtured.” (Year 8)

“My son and daughter left Ballard with such confidence and after 15 or more years, they are still sailing through life finding nothing a problem!” (Former Ballard Parent)

“He’s developed his public speaking skills and his ability to interact confidently.” (Year 11)

“This school places a strong emphasis on the whole child, ensuring the balance between academic achievement and co-curricular interests. This well-rounded education ensures pupils are ready for life beyond the classroom.” (Year 8 &9)

ROSEMEAD PREPARATORY SCHOOL LOOKS TO THE FUTURE

FOLLOWING TRIUMPHANT YEAR

Head Graeme McCafferty reflects as the school year starts again

Rosemead Receives Outstanding Inspection Report

Rosemead Preparatory School was recently recognised with an outstanding inspection report, a testament to the hard work and dedication of the entire school community. The report highlighted the school’s commitment to academic excellence, its well-rounded approach to education, and the nurturing environment it fosters for its children. The inspection highlighted our impressive innovative curriculum, which balances a strong foundation in traditional subjects with creative and forward-thinking programs. We were delighted to receive one of the first Significant Strength for an Independent Prep school and in our opinion, the best strength you could possibly be recognised for, a highly customised approach to every pupils’ academic progress. Ensure rapid progress for all our of our children.

Reflections on Over a Year in the Role

We have changed a lot at Rosemead over the 18 months I have been in charge. We have a new Head of Finance, a new Head of Ops, a new Deputy Head Academic too. But our ethos and values have not changed, we are the same school we have been for the past 82 years, just with a very clear direction of what is to come next. Some of the highlights have been our rebranded Values system that now underpins everything we do at Rosemead. This was created by speaking with staff, children and parents about what really makes Rosemead special and building it up in their image. This year we are doing the same with our House provision

and pastoral care. Houses in the school named after people that the children have no real connection to and no understanding of how they fit into a modern life or curriculum had to be challenged. Now we have Houses designed by the community of the school that really match what we are trying to achieve. Come and visit us to see more about both of these highlights of the school. Change is never easy but with a growing pupil roll in a difficult climate really emphasising what we do at Rosemead has worked very well. One of the most significant lessons I’ve learned is the importance of balancing tradition with innovation. Rosemead has a rich history, and preserving its core values while introducing new initiatives, such as our approach to AI and future-ready skills, has been a rewarding challenge.

Joining St Dunstan’s Education Group: Benefits for the Community

Rosemead’s integration into the St Dunstan’s Education Group has been a significant development, one that brings a range of benefits to our community. By being part of a broader educational network, we gain access to enhanced resources, shared expertise, and collaboration opportunities that enrich our students’ experiences. Our partnership with St Dunstan’s allows for a more comprehensive approach to education, where we can provide a smoother transition for children moving into secondary education, and we’re able to offer new programs and initiatives that benefit not just our children but the entire Rosemead family. It’s about strengthening our foundation while opening doors to exciting new possibilities for the future. The main benefit for Rosemead families is that now we are a through school up to 18 for those that reach the academic threshold to move to St Dunstan’s in Year 7 while still ensuring we send our children to many other schools in the area. We really are the school that finds the right school for your child and gets them there.

society. We’ve integrated AI into the curriculum in a way that complements our traditional subjects while fostering creativity and critical thinking. Our children are not just learning how AI works, but they’re also encouraged to think about its ethical implications and real-world applications in our Philosophy lessons. This focus on future-ready skills ensures that Rosemead children will be wellprepared for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. Our AI use is well established at the school now with the focus now turning to how we can use AI to help reduce teachers workload and ensure they have more time to spend on working with the children and ensuring our lessons are world class. Alongside our established approaches in the classroom we have introduced Robotics teaching and eSports club to an already forward thinking curriculum offering.

Hopes for the Future of Rosemead

Praise for Rosemead’s Approach to AI and the Future

Rosemead has garnered attention and praise for its forward-thinking approach to AI and preparing children for the future. In today’s rapidly evolving world, it’s crucial to equip our children with the skills they need to navigate and thrive in a technologically advanced

Looking ahead, my hopes for Rosemead are centred around continuing to build on our successes while remaining adaptable in an ever-changing educational landscape. We will build on an already incredibly successful past year where we have been nominated for various awards including, Innovation and Excellence in SEND, two Awards for our work on Equity, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and our most recent nomination of Junior School of the Years. I want Rosemead to remain a place where children, parents and staff feel inspired, supported, and empowered to pursue their passions. As we move forward, I aim to deepen our commitment to innovation—whether through technology, our curriculum, or the development of life skills—while staying true to the core values that have made Rosemead such a special place. Above all, I hope that Rosemead continues to be a joyful, nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to flourish academically, creatively, and personally. Find out more about life at Rosemead Prep at one of their upcoming open mornings on Saturday 12 October or Tuesday 12 November 2024. Book at rosemeadprep.org.uk

ST DUNSTAN’S EDUCATION GROUP AND THE VILLA ANNOUNCE

EXCITING NEW PARTNERSHIP

St Dunstan’s Education Group and The Villa are delighted to announce a new partnership bringing their schools closer together.

The new partnership, which begins this month, will allow parents at The Villa the opportunity to transition to one or more of St Dunstan’s schools at 7+ following their time in the Pre-Prep.

Speaking about the news, Head of St Dunstan’s, Nick Hewlett explained: ‘I am delighted to be bringing our schools closer together. The schools within the St Dunstan’s group and the Villa have shared values and a long history together, with many of the pupils going on to join one of our schools in Year 3.

‘Parents will now be able to benefit from the new partnership without the worry of a stressful 7+ experience.’

Louise Collingwood-Ellis, Head of The Villa, added: ‘The partnership will enable our schools to work closer with one another, sharing best educational practice and drawing on one another’s expertise. I look forward to working close with the teams across the St Dunstan’s group.’

The news comes at an exciting time for the St Dunstan’s

Education Group, which includes St Dunstan’s Junior School, St Dunstan’s Senior School and Rosemead Preparatory School. In the last year, the group has received three significant strengths from the Independent Schools Inspectorate following inspection visits. Significant strengths recognise any aspect of a school that is truly exceptional.

The Villa, which is known as the ‘village school in the heart of London’ was also rated outstanding for early years’ provision, personal development and behaviour and attitudes in their most recent Ofsted inspection.

Both the St Dunstan’s Education Group and The Villa School and Nursery will continue to operate as entirely independent entities, and there will be no change to day to day running of the schools, or the transition processes for current pupils within the St Dunstan’s group.

Find out more about St Dunstan’s Junior School, Rosemead Preparatory School or The Villa at one of their upcoming open mornings. Book at stdunstans.org.uk, rosemeadprep.org.uk or thevillaschoolandnursery.co.uk

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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

Their 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

“The higher echelons of journalism are also dominated by the private sector, with 51 per cent educated in independent schools”

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.

In medicine, 61 per cent of doctors were privately educated while 22 per cent went to selective state grammar schools and just 16 per 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.

FASHION & BEAUTY

Looking and feeling your best

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Fashion & Beauty

BEAUTIFULLY BOHEMIAN

We love this hand block print robe in creamy buttermilk yellow floral print. These cotton dressing gowns are meticulously handcrafted by artisans in India. The company partners with a small, family run atelier in Jaipur to hand block print and craft their cotton robes and have printed them in designs and colours to match the best selling range of hand block print wash bags, zip pouches and house slippers. bohemiadesign.co.uk

NEW SEASON THREADS

The Ava Blouse is an elegant pussybow blouse, made from an experimental spot sheer jacquard black fabric, lined in luxurious 100% black silk crepe de chine, featuring the black multi Adeliade print. hannahzahran.co.uk

NEW SCENT

About The Scent - No.11

This natural, aromatic scent is wrapped with the warmth of amber cognac. A smooth drydown of precious woods and warm musks lend the fragrance a sexy, long-lasting edge. Notes: Grapefruit, tarragon and clary sage; violet leaves and rosemary. bloomandbrew.co.uk

A PERFECT PAIR

This pair of Pride Bamboo Socks spread love, pride, respect and inclusion. Great for adding a splash of colour to any business or casual outfit, they are concealable by trousers and add a rainbow pop to your desired attire. They are the perfect rainbow socks your soul has been searching for. topdrawer.co.uk

PRETTY IN PINK

The new Luella Grey travel collection has launched and style Miley is our first makeup bag! Featuring the signature Maida Vale molten turn lock, style Miley has a spacious interior ensuring all your makeup travels securely with you at all times. Miley is the perfect edition to the Lana travel holdall as well as being a great gift for anyone. luellagrey.com

HAIR

Probably something you didn’t realise you were doing incorrectly until now. It seems there is little more to washing your hair than wetting, shampooing and rinsing – right? Wrong.Chances are you’ve inadvertently been damaging your hair through inapt washing habits. We hear from leading celebrity hairdressers on the correct way to wash it.

Mistakes you probably make when washing your hair

Hairstylist to Elle Macpherson and Kate Moss, Jon Hala, says the first mistake people make when washing their hair is using the incorrect shampoo. “Shampoos are very prescriptive now and easy to determine what you require for what purpose.” If you have fine and limp hair, avoid overly nourishing shampoos that will leave your hair more silky and lifeless.

“Common mistakes are using overly hot water, which activates and excites the sebaceous glands,” says Hala. “This creates sebum, which makes your hair look greasy.”

Another mistake people often make is not rinsing thoroughly. TONI&GUY’s Cos Sakkas advises that you rinse your shampoo at least twice. On top of this, “Only apply conditioner to the ends of your hair, avoid the roots, as you have your natural sebum to condition those.”

Post-shower is where the mistakes proliferate. Apparently using a so-called ‘towel-turban’ is one of the worst things you can do. “When we pile our hair up onto the top of our heads, the cuticle is

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the wrong way and can easily be damaged, leading to tangling and making it more difficult to manage wet hair,” says one of the UK’s leading trichologists, Eva Proudman.

“Always think of the backwash at the hairdressers, the way they wash your hair, how it falls – not by tipping your head upside down or piling the hair onto the top of the head.”

How often should you be washing your hair?

How often you wash your hair entirely depends on your hair type and scalp, but the general consensus appears to be two to three times a week. However, “the scalp has 180,000 oil glands as well as sweat glands so it quickly attracts dirt, dead skin cells and debris,” says Proudman. “This can all lead to an imbalance if left to build up –which in turn affects the hair quality and growth.”

“For curly hair types, I would never recommend washing daily: every other day, or every two to three days is fine,” says founder and CEO of Bouclème, Michele Scott-Lynch.

“I personally recommend not washing too often to avoid stripping the hair,” says hairdresser to Victoria Beckham, Kieran Tudor, “But I suggest a once-a-week scalp treatment with a detoxifying yet nourishing cleanser that will help to maintain a healthy scalp and balance moisture levels, while also energising hair follicles.”

How to hack the technique

More often than not, we wash our hair in a rush, leaving tangles

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and product, meaning our hair is more susceptible to breakage. “Take the time to massage shampoo into the roots of your hair. If your scalp feels greasy, or you have product build up, double shampoo for a thorough scalp cleanse,” says Scott-Lynch. “If you have time, use a scalp massager tool that stimulates the hair follicles.” This helps promote hair growth by exfoliating the scalp.

“When you follow up with a conditioner, take your time to detangle before you rinse out,” advises Scott-Lynch, “For curly hair types, I recommend leaving some or all your conditioner in the lengths of the hair to transform dry frizzy hair into beautifully defined curls.”

Ingredients to AVOID in your haircare

The current line of thought is that natural haircare is best. This, in many ways, is true, however the demonisation of sulphates may not be entirely justified. “Not all sulphates are bad for our hair and scalp – the ‘right’ sulphates can be very effective cleansers,” says Proudman. “Types of SLS (sodium lauryl sulfate) sulphates that have a small molecule and can penetrate into the protein fibre of the hair and the epidermis, causing dryness and dehydration, should be avoided.

“However, MEA and TEA sulphates offer superb cleansing, with a bigger molecule that doesn’t penetrate or cause dehydration. In essence, cleansing is key to removing dirt debris and oil from the hair and scalp.”

“Chances are you’ve inadvertently been damaging your hair through inapt washing habits”

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The rules are different however if you colour your hair. Stéphane Ferreira, operations manager and senior stylist at Live True London, says, “We always recommend looking for colour-safe shampoos to keep your colour looking vibrant for as long as possible. Similarly, if you have curly or coiled hair, you might choose to avoid shampoos with parabens and silicones to help you maintain your optimum curl pattern.”

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The British model and presenter has a longstanding history of collaborating with the brand.

By Lara Owen

ALEXA CHUNG IS CREATIVE DIRECTOR FOR BARBOUR’S AW24

COLLECTION

Model and presenter Alexa Chung has taken on the role of creative director and designer for Barbour’s new collection, entitled ‘The Edit, by Alexa Chung’.

It marks Chung’s fifth collaboration with the brand – and it’s being billed as her ‘most personal’ Barbour collection yet.

The style icon, 40, has long been an endorser of the brand’s iconic British wax jackets, and for this autumn/winter she has collaborated closely with Barbour’s in-house team to create a fresh take on the vintage styles.

The collection includes quilted and wax jackets, cardigans, shirts and, a new addition for Chung, wellington boots. Each item is named after her close friends and family, making it her most personal collaboration to date.

Chung first rose to fame as a style ‘it girl’ of the early Noughties, hailed for her inimitable style and witty personality, with Vogue’s Anna Wintour calling her “a phenomenon”.

Her fashion is known for being quintessentially British, with an eclectic spin on whatever looks she puts together – and her influence is undeniable. When Chung wore a Barbour jacket to Glastonbury Festival, she sparked a new wave of demand for the classic style.

For this collection, Chung reflected on her lifelong connection with Barbour, noting: “I am so pleased to be exploring a new chapter with Barbour. Designing this collection was a total joy.

“My intention was to create something immediate that reflects my wardrobe, interests and style in this moment, while staying true to the brand’s epic heritage.”

Born in rural Hampshire, Chung drew upon her childhood memories of horse rides through lush fields, as well as stomping through the mud at Glastonbury over the years.

As creative director of the collection, she promised to bring her long-standing relationship with Barbour into every piece. See the full collection in-store and online at Barbour.com.

Kate’s wedding dress designer

Sarah Burton announced as new Givenchy creative director

SThe British designer is taking the reins of the French fashion house. By Lara Owen

arah Burton has been announced as the new creative director of Givenchy, the LVMH-owned French fashion house.

The British designer is perhaps best known for creating the Princess of Wales’s wedding dress and Pippa Middleton’s maid of honour dress for the 2011 royal wedding.

Burton succeeds Matthew Williams, who stepped down from Givenchy as creative director in January after three years in the role, leaving the house’s studio team to lead design in the interim period.

“It is a great honor to be joining the beautiful house of Givenchy, it is a jewel,” Burton said in a statement. “I am so excited to be able to write the next chapter in the story of this iconic house and to bring to Givenchy my own vision, sensibility and beliefs.”

It’s something of a full circle moment, as Burton – who spent 26 at British fashion label Alexander McQueen –is following in the footsteps of designer Alexander ‘Lee’ McQueen, who designed for Givenchy from 1996 to 2001.

Burton joined Alexander McQueen in 1997 and quickly became head of womenswear in 2000. Following McQueen’s death in February 2010, Burton was announced the new creative director of the brand.

Her first collection shown in Paris received critical acclaim, and during her tenure she dressed celebrities like Lady Gaga, Michelle Obama, Cate Blanchett and Beyonce.

But her most notable fashion moment came in 2011, when she designed Kate’s wedding dress – an intricate ivory gown with lace applique floral detail. The skirt of the wedding dress was intended to represent an opening flower with its subtle pleating.

Burton also designed Kate’s maid of honour’s dress, worn by her sister, Pippa Middleton, which had capped sleeves and a scooped neckline.

Burton’s latest royal triumph was designing the Princess of Wales’ long white dress for the coronation in May 2023, accompanied by a tiny white caped coat for her daughter, Princess Charlotte. It was another unforgettable image immortalising Burton’s knack for crisp and modern formal design.

Kate has worn Burton’s designs on numerous public appearances, including a blue suit on a visit to Surrey prison days after the designer announced she would be stepping down from Alexander McQueen. The decision to wear the suit seemingly paid tribute to the Burton’s service to British fashion.

Burton’s collections at Alexander McQueen were praised for their expressions of femininity, hope and renewal explored through precise tailoring. Often inspired by the Victorian era and nature, her final shows explored theatrical experimentation alongside methodical patterning and embroidery.

She was named Designer of the Year at the British Fashion Awards in 2011, and was awarded an OBE in 2012 for her services to the fashion industry.

The move is significant, as it makes Burton one of the few female designers to hold the creative director title at a major fashion house –with her peers including Stella McCartney and Maria Grazia Chiuri at Dior.

She’s the second woman to take the top job at Givenchy, following in the footsteps of Clare Waight Keller – who held the role between 2017 and 2020, during which time she designed the Duchess of Sussex’s wedding dress.

How Burton will bring the techniques she’s become known for to the French fashion house will be revealed next year, as her debut for Givenchy will be for autumn/winter 2025 in March at Paris Fashion Week.

“She was named Designer of the Year at the British Fashion Awards in 2011, and was awarded an OBE in 2012 “

ERAYA was established in Colorado in the year 2018 and moved to its current home in Austin Texas In 2020, by Dr. Hima Yalamanchili

Hima is a self taught designer who began sketching at a very young age and draws inspiration from nature, contemporary art, and vibrant colours of gem stones. She followed her dream by leaving behind her career as a doctor and brought “Eraya” to life. Her palette of collections includes one of a kind geometric and organic designs. She believes in creating pieces which are meant to be worn and enjoyed and are effortlessly chic and elegant.

ERAYA believes in their core values of Authenticity, Design & Perfection!

This isn’t just a story about a fine jeweller, its about Hima exhibiting a passion for jewellery, and fulfilling long held ambitions to take the business from its roots to the global reputation it has today.

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REDISCOVER LIFE WITH TMS: A Revolutionary Treatment for Mental Health

Mental health struggles can feel overwhelming, especially when traditional treatments like medication don’t provide the relief you need. For many, medications come with unwanted side effects such as fatigue, weight gain, and sexual dysfunction. If you’re seeking a new approach, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) offers a ground-breaking alternative.

TMS is a non-invasive, medication-free treatment that uses magnetic pulses to target specific areas of the brain, helping alleviate symptoms of depression, OCD, addiction, and other mental health conditions. Approved by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) as safe and effective, TMS promotes neuroplasticity— helping your brain rebuild healthy connections.

“Historically, treatments for depression have always focused on making patients less depressed. With TMS, patients start to feel positive again. Their confidence increases, their motivation returns, and they begin to socialise again. You can almost literally see patients’ brains lighting up,” says Dr. Leigh Neal, MB BCh MRCGP DRCOG FRCPsych MD, Medical Director at Smart TMS.

Unlike traditional therapies, TMS doesn’t require chemicals, anaesthesia, or hospital stays. Patients can return to their daily activities immediately, with few side effects—usually mild headaches or fatigue.

Smart TMS, the UK and Ireland’s largest provider of TMS, has helped hundreds of patients regain control of their mental health.

With clinics in High Street Kensington, London and St Albans as well as across the UK and Ireland, we offer expert, compassionate care. 56% of our depression patients see significant symptom reduction, and nearly half achieve full remission.

Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, PTSD, or addiction, TMS could be the breakthrough treatment you’ve been waiting for.

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At Smart TMS, the UK and Ireland’s largest provider of TMS, we’ve helped hundreds of patients improve their mental health. In fact, 56% of our depression patients experience significant symptom reduction, and nearly half achieve full remission. With clinics in High Street Kensington, London and St Albans as well as across the UK and Ireland, we’re ready to help you take control of your mental health.

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THE FERTILITY CENTRE

Formerly 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

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

The Kensington Wing

The 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

concerns throughout your pregnancy, birth and postnatal stay.

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

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

HOME & GARDEN

A collection of the finest house and garden companies

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TIME FOR BED

Echoing silhouettes of the Devon farmland that surrounds our workshop, the Furrow Throw is a stylish and versatile all-season blanket. The back is made using Masters of Linen™ certified flax from the heart of Flanders, the historic centre of Europe’s linen industry since the 13th century. The front is a superfine Merino wool, ethically-sourced to ensure both you, and the sheep, are kept warm and cosy. naturalmat.co.uk

TIMELESS DESIGN

Enjoy the premium polish of exclusive design with our beautifully crafted Belgrave oak display cabinet. Captivating the charm of curved design, this graceful storage is the luxurious touch missing in your living room or dining room. oakfurnitureland.co.uk

COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS

Get started on your shopping early! These are perfect gifts for the ‘foodie’ in your life! From the new Eggins egg cups and Messy apron to the Nutkins sharing board and Wobblins dinner plates. loaf.com

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TOUCH OF VELVET

Delve into the captivating world of avian courtships with our exquisite Lovebirds velvet cushion featuring a striking palette of black, gold, brown and burnt orange. divinesavages.com

SPOOKY SEASON

With a cork lid and smiling Jack-o’-lantern design, this candle is the perfect way to welcome the Halloween season and pumpkin spice lattes. shop.tenovuscancercare.org.uk

CELESTIALLY INSPIRED INTERIORS

The nights are creeping in and darkness is all around – so it’s no wonder our gaze is being pulled upward to what’s going on overhead in the cosmos. The mystery and grace of stars, skies, lunar bodies and their hypnotic arcing movements have descended, bringing a sense of wonder and ethereal beauty into our lives and living spaces.

Fusing circles, spheres and organic forms with metallic finishes, black, white and the odd burst of fiery red, the trend is led by the glowing balls and free-floating formations of lighting, which mimics the soft ambience of distant stars or the phases of the moon. Larger pieces of furniture and accessories are getting in on the act too, with their patterns and colours, as well as extraterrestrial streamlined and spherical forms.

There are two schools of thought in the celestial interiors trend. Number one is go literal, a la Moooi’s Celestial Carpet by Edward van Vliet which represents the movement of the planets. Inspired by the origins of the universe and the possibility of life on other worlds, it depicts mathematical-style imagery of the universe in soft woven textile. The other take on the celestial trend is more abstract, generally using multiple globular shapes to hint at planetary-style movement and interaction in the way of Cattelan Italia’s Planeta lighting family by Studio Kronos – the blown glass shades of the 1960s-inspired table, ceiling, wall and floor lamps centre around steel frames, each creating a miniature revolving cosmic system.

Approach the trend from a slightly scientific angle, or on a more sculptural level, and either way celebrate the innovative aesthetic of the 1950s/60s space-race with a contemporary minimalism and sleekness. Modern celestial designs feel both organic and futuristic, the copious amount of rounded forms involved creating an atmosphere which is surprisingly calming and tranquil, as well as out of this world.

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“Celebrate the innovative aesthetic of the 1950s/60s space-race with a contemporary minimalism and sleekness”

INTRODUCING KOTI LONDON: THE

NEW ARTISAN DESIGNER NOW AT LIME LACE

Lime Lace, a leading online retailer of unique and stylish home decor, is excited to announce the addition of Koti London to their collection. Handmade by exceptional artisans, these stunning vases and display trays are true works of art that bring beauty and character into any home.

Inspired by the natural fibres of jute and the diversity of materials found in nature, Koti London home accessories are a true representation of the powerful presence of our earth. As the brand’s founder explains, “Our creativity and style are influenced by the diversity of the finest materials we find in nature, going back to the roots of pottery that fit into contemporary and modern living.”

With high standards at its core, Koti London has fine-tuned their manufacturing process and discovered new techniques to ensure the highest quality for their customers. The result is a collection that is earthy and naturally modern, with a touch of artistic simplicity.

Lime Lace is proud to offer Koti London’s unique and beautiful designs on their website. With a focus on quality and craftsmanship, Koti London is the perfect addition to Lime Lace’s curated collection of home

decor. Visit Lime Lace’s website today to discover the beauty and artistry of Koti London.

About Lime Lace

Lime Lace is a UK-based online interior boutique selling a wide range of wallpapers, lighting, artwork, gifts, and home accessories from worldwide designers. We aim to avoid the mainstream and bring excitement, interest and fun to people’s homes.

Every home is as unique as you are, and at Lime Lace, we’re dedicated to helping you create a space that’s truly yours. Whether you’re into tidy, relaxed spaces with neutral tones or an eclectic mix of vibrant patterns and textures, we’ve got a carefully chosen collection to cater to your style.

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“With a focus on quality and craftsmanship, Koti London is the perfect addition to Lime Lace’s curated collection of home decor”

LAURA ASHLEY NEW AW24 COLLECTION

We Are Unashamedly Romantic

Step into a cosy haven with the new Autumn Winter collection from Laura Ashley. With its warm colour palettes, soft details, and luxurious fabrics, this curated collection evokes a welcoming and inviting ambience, perfectly suited for snug evenings in autumn.

Wallpapers and soft furnishings combine feminine ditsy florals with the modern nostalgia of iconic stripe patterns in on-trend terracotta orange and autumnal hues.This autumn winter collection offers something for everyone, inviting you to create cherished moments in the comfort of your home.

Ornamental Cottage

Celebrating Laura Ashley’s cottagecore heritage, the Ornamental Cottage collection is a homely country story. Unashamedly floral, this relaxed and romantic story evokes the feeling of an inviting country garden with timeless designs. With a playful and fresh colour palette of moss greens and pops of strawberry pink and raspberry red, this story is complemented with charming floral prints.

Rustic Charm

Step into a modern country story with Rustic Charm. Creating a

cosy and relaxed atmosphere, this story features a blend of neutral tones and autumnal hues, complemented by large scale floral prints. Aylworth Trail is a hero print with terracotta orange adding a romantic charm. Autumnal hues of fern green, duck egg and sage green with touches of mustard yellow create a rich and cosy ambience in the home.

Botanical Diary

“Classically chic, Botanical Diary offers a refined and luxurious look”

Classically chic, Botanical Diary offers a refined and luxurious look. With botanical themes and rich jewel trend colours, this story boldly makes a statement whilst remaining elegant and pretty.

Set against a rich jewel colour palette of purples and pinks with midnight blue complementary shades, this collection adds a touch of decadence to any room. Botanical-inspired prints appear on crisp bed linens, wallpaper, curtains and upholstery creating a rich and indulgent ambience.

A Natural Flair

Escape to the tranquillity of the countryside with A Natural Flair. This collection weaves a rich, inviting story of autumnal cosiness with a smart, modern contemporary edge. Rich and inviting, this story has a soft colour palette of dove grey, smoke blue and chestnut brown with touches of rosewood red, bringing warmth to neutral tones.

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WHY REUPHOLSTERING IS THE FUTURE OF SUSTAINABLE DESIGN

In today’s world of fast consumerism, we often overlook the beauty of craftsmanship in favour of convenience. But reupholstering furniture is an art that invites us to slow down, appreciate quality, and embrace sustainability. Rather than contributing to a throwaway culture, reupholstery offers a costeffective way to breathe new life into cherished pieces while preserving their sentimental value. At House of Interiors, we believe furniture should be treasured, not discarded.

Our expert reupholstery service transforms your pieces,

whether through a simple fabric refresh or a complete redesign. Each item is stripped down to its frame, carefully reinforced, and meticulously reupholstered using premium materials of your choice. The result? A beautifully crafted, custom-made piece tailored to your exact needs and style. It’s more than just restoration—it’s a reinvention.

“Choosing to reupholster isn’t just an aesthetic decision; it’s an ecofriendly choice that reduces waste and extends the life of your furniture”

Choosing to reupholster isn’t just an aesthetic decision; it’s an eco-friendly choice that reduces waste and extends the life of your furniture. With a vast selection of luxurious fabrics, leathers, and textiles, you can personalise your furniture while making a sustainable statement. In an age where mass production rules, reupholstering stands as a testament to the importance of preserving both craftsmanship and the environment.

Reupholstery allows us to maintain the rich character of vintage and antique pieces, enhancing their comfort with modern materials without compromising their history. Why throw away what can be beautifully restored? By choosing reupholstery, you’re not only saving your furniture—you’re preserving the art of design for future generations. houseofinteriors.com

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SPIRAL CELLARS: Passion. Excellence.Wonder.

end managed service, Spiral Cellars now also offer a design only service, regarded by the wine cognoscenti as the savvy way to acquire a bespoke looking wine room – but without the bespoke price tag.

Ready to Cellar Collection

With over 40 years of creating luxury wine spaces around the world, it’s little wonder that UK based Spiral Cellars are considered one of the world’s leading purveyors of luxury wine storage. Offering an extensive range of cellaring solutions to suit all tastes, spaces and budgets, the company has become the go-to number to call for wine lovers, celebrities, property developers and interior designers looking to add statement wine storage to their properties.

The Spiral Cellar

The iconic underground Spiral Cellar is something of a true design classic, famed for delivering professional level cellaring conditions in a way that adds serious ‘wow factor’ to a property . It’s a spectacular and space-saving way to professionally store up to 1600 bottles of wine at home, yet does so without the need for a mechanised cooling system.

The UnSpiral Cellar

Imagine a Spiral Cellar that doesn’t have to be underground and that isn’t spiral shaped?

The UnSpiral Cellar is just that. Consisting of 38 modular and inter-changeable components, it’s the easy and affordable way to create flexible and affordable wine storage to suit any room or space.

Wine Room Design Service

Alongside their high-end, tailored end-to-

An exclusive range of some of the same exquisitely designed bottle display and storage components the company uses in their custom-designed wine rooms, now available to purchase by private clients and trade professionals for self-assembly within their own independent cellaring projects. Customers can select from the wide range of kit style pieces to create their own wine space, exactly as they want it, regardless of size or shape. And with all pieces available in a variety of finishes and sizes, there is plenty or scope to create truly personalised wine storage.

Whether you dream of a spectacular cellar, a walk-in wine room, a state-of-the-art wine wall, or simply some expert advice on climate control, you can be sure that Spiral Cellars will create a solution that fits your needs, taste and of course, your lifestyle.

For further information: spiralcellars.com 020 3815 3329; info@spiralcellars.com

CULT’S “NEW ERA, NEW ESSENTIALS” CAMPAIGN

IS SET TO REDEFINE HOME INTERIORS WITH BOLD, ICONIC, AFFORDABLE DESIGN

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Cult is a trend focused furniture brand committed to providing affordable styles that last.

With almost 15 years of experience within the furniture industry and making moves to be a more environmentally conscious company, Cult is quickly cementing itself as leaders for trend conscious, price savvy consumers. Providing design-led furniture straight to customers doors, with only 24 hour delivery on all in stock items you can renovate your home or commercial space in the click of a button. Beautiful furniture for the interior design-obsessed is what they do.

Cult’s “New era, new essentials” campaign is set to redefine home interiors with bold, iconic, affordable design. Their new collection features an eye-catching, retro 70s luxe aesthetic, bringing a blend of nostalgia and modern flair to any living space. It’s time to say goodbye to the ordinary and hello to the bold with statement design. Cult believes everyone’s home deserves to stand out from the crowd no matter what your budget; so whether you’re a minimalist at heart or love a pop of colour, their new collections are all about choice, style, and a little bit of sass.

Get ready to discover designs that don’t just sit in a room—they

make the room.

Their website is overflowing with design inspiration and fashion forward styles that are set to make your interior shine. By offering statement pieces sourced ethically and manufactured by respected tradesmen and women across the world, Cult are putting a real emphasis on offering affordable, sustainable style.

When environmental consciousness is more important than ever, it’s refreshing to see a brand committed to taking steps to help make a difference, by creating products that are more sustainable and accessible to everyone. Cult are on a mission to source sustainable and eco-friendly materials and packaging wherever possible, to minimize their impact on the environment, whilst remaining durable, stylish and affordable.

“More than a curator of contemporary furniture, the brand provides an entire platform of lifestyle inspiration ready to curate your perfect set up.”

With a key focus on ecofriendly fabrics, their new ranges feature lots of conscious styles made from sustainable velvet and boucle. These fabrics are created from recycled plastic collected from the sea and woven into beautiful, luxuriously plush fabrics, as well as eco-friendly bamboo, rattan, and sustainable wood options, so customers can shop with the environment in mind.

Despite the high-end look, Cult ensures that these statement designs remain affordable and accessible to everyone. More than a curator of contemporary furniture, the brand provides an entire platform of lifestyle inspiration ready to curate your perfect set up.

Visit their London showroom, for a beautifully curated design hub, where creativity flows. Their friendly, knowledgeable team can help to guide you to create a space that not only suits your needs but becomes a stylish focal point in your home / commercial premises.

Cult’s Trade membership offers a wide range of benefits; offering exclusive discounts, fast shipping and high stock quantities on all best selling products. Clients are provided with a dedicated personal trade manager who will have extensive knowledge within the industry to guide all bespoke projects through to completion. They believe beautifully designed furniture should be accessible no matter your budget. Plus whatever style suits your aesthetic, Cult is a destination for design that’s innovative, eco friendly and affordable, plus with 24 hour delivery on all in stock products you can transform your home in just a few clicks!

To check out their collections visit their website or head to the London showroom for all the interior design inspiration you need…

Showroom 811-813 Wandsworth Road, London, SW8 3JH

+44 (0)208 185 6962; cultfurniture.com

LAURA ASHLEY X FRECKLEFACE

Laura Ashley is delighted to announce an exciting new collaboration with Freckleface Home Fragrance. This partnership will bring a botanical collection of ethical home fragrance products inspired by wildflowers and English gardens, all of which are vegan, cruelty free, plastic free, and locally sourced where possible.

The new collection features a curated range of candles, reed diffusers, wax melts, scented sachets and a gift set each meticulously crafted to capture the essence of nature. From the delicate aroma of daffodils and wildflowers inspired by Laura’s love for her Welsh cottage garden to the fresh scent of rosemary and bay, each product is designed to evoke the tranquillity and beauty of a country garden.

Both Laura Ashley and Freckleface Home Fragrance share a unique origin story, with both brands being founded by visionary women at their kitchen tables. Laura Ashley began in 1953 when Laura and Bernard Ashley started printing fabric at their home in London. Similarly, Freckleface was founded by Tara CarlileSwift and her son Noah, who began making natural soya wax candles and melts in their kitchen, driven by a passion for quality home fragrances.

“We are so excited to partner with Laura Ashley, a brand that has inspired so many with its beautiful designs and

“The new collection features a curated range of candles, reed diffusers, wax melts, scented sachets and a gift set each meticulously crafted to capture the essence of nature”

heritage. Our shared values of quality British made products, authenticity, and a love for the natural world make this collaboration a perfect fit. The new collection combines Laura Ashley’s timeless elegance with our passion for creating home fragrances inspired by nature, offering customers a sensory experience that truly celebrates the essence of wildflowers and garden scents.” - Tara and Noah Carlile-Swift, Co-founders of Freckleface Home Fragrance

“We are thrilled to partner with Freckleface to create a truly special collection that embodies the essence of both brands. Taking inspiration from our archive of prints and blending this with the expertise of the Freckleface team, we have crafted a unique collaboration that reflect our shared values of tradition and innovation. Working with the Freckleface team has been incredibly inspiring and we are excited to bring the Laura Ashley brand to Freckleface’s loyal customer base.”Poppy Marshall-Lawton, Vice President of Laura Ashle.

For more information, please visit frecklefacehomefragrance.com

LAURA ASHLEY COLLABORATES WITH FRECKLEFACE TO LAUNCH EXQUISITE RANGE OF BOTANICAL HOME FRAGRANCES

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BROADVIEW CAN TRANSFORM YOUR OUTLOOK ON OUTDOOR LIVING

When Mr. & Mrs. Trent from Broadstone were seeking a bespoke solution to transform their garden into a comfortable, stylish, and functional outdoor living area that could be enjoyed all year round for relaxing and entertaining friends and family. The goal was to provide shading and weather protection without sacrificing aesthetics or flexibility and Broadview had the answer.

With one of the largest ranges of outdoor living systems in the South, manufactured by the industry leading brand Brustor, every system from Broadview is custom designed to fit your home. Offering both louvred roof pergola systems and garden awnings with rotating and retracting roofs which are powered by a Somfy motor and operated either by remote or app control - it’s the perfect solution.

patio awnings with over 200 sustainable fabrics to choose from and options such as integrated LED lighting and variety of cassette colours to complement your home. With over 55 years of experience in the industry and an ‘Excellent’ Trust Pilot rating as well as an accredited ‘Somfy Expert’ status, you can be sure that you’re in good hands from initial survey to final installation. Talk to the experts for your free consultation and turn your dreams into reality.

Call 01202 679012 or visit their website: patioandgardenshading.co.uk

Broadview installed two B200XL coupled pergolas, featuring a rotating louvred roof system for flexible control of sunlight and ventilation. The custom frame and louvres were finished in RAL 7038 Agate Grey, perfectly complementing the client’s home exterior and garden design. Integrated LED lighting, sliding frameless glass panels, motorised screens and infra red heaters completed the project perfectly. The specialist design-team worked alongside a wide range of suppliers across the South who offer outdoor kitchens, hot tubs, fire pits and garden landscaping to help bring the clients dream to reality. Mr Trent commented “ Broadview are excellent from start to finish and we thoroughly recommend them”.

Why not contact Broadview to transform your home and add a touch of luxury? Outdoor living options also include Brustor

PAUL ARCHER DESIGN

TRANSFORMING YOUR HOUSE INTO A DREAM HOME

Our Practice

Paul Archer Design is an award-winning London-based architectural practice renowned for crafting high-quality projects in the private residential sector.

For over 20 years, they have focused on transforming existing houses into beautiful, functional homes for their clients. Whether it be extending, refurbishing, rejuvenating, or a complete remodel, Paul Archer Design are passionate about

producing high-quality, refined modern design. With an emphasis on pursuing Modernist aesthetics in each of their projects, they always incorporate a sustainable and environmentally conscious design ethos. The team proudly shares a wealth of expertise, excelling in their knowledge of design, obtaining planning permissions, and experience in project management. believe that each project should exemplify the notion of modern living—ensuring that our designs are contemporary, maintainable,

and, above all, embody the notion of home.

Our Approach

With over 20 years of experience, Paul Archer Design have come to know that each project is unique, aware that every client’s needs are individual. With a wealth of experience and expertise, they carry this collective knowledge forward and apply it to every brief, ensuring they prioritise the needs of clients and get to the heart of what inspires their idea of home.

Paul Archer Design recognise that every client has different levels of experience when it comes to construction. They understand that undertaking a project of any scale can be a daunting task for many clients. However, they pride themselves on their ability to apply their diverse expertise to every stage of the project, ensuring total guidance throughout. The level of involvement, the type of detail they provide and the pace of the project, are all adjusted to your requirements.

Heritage

The pursuit of innovation in residential design has underpinned the work since the practice was founded in 1999, by director Paul Archer. In 2017, Paul took a step back from running the company, however, continues to be part of the team in an advisory role. The firm continues today under the direction of Partners Richard Gill, Emil Neumann, and Robert Sterry - all of whom have been with the company since 2007.

Together with a talented team of fully qualified architects, Paul Archer Design continue to help develop the firm’s excellent reputation for producing high quality buildings. paularcherdesign.co.uk

Email: info@paularcherdesign.co.uk

Tel: 020 3668 2668

“They pride themselves on their ability to apply their diverse expertise to every stage of the project, ensuring total guidance throughout”

Long story short: 125 years of quality

Miele is the world’s leading manufacturer of premium kitchen appliances including cooking and steam-cooking, refrigeration, coffee machines and dishwashers. Founded 125 years ago, Miele has always been a family-owned company, holding quality in the highest regard and since designing and delivering their very first cream separator in 1899, Miele’s philosophy and conviction remain unchanged: Immer Besser (Forever Better).

Discover Miele’s appliances for yourself by visiting one of their Experience Centres in London at Oxford Circus, Brent Cross, Bluewater and Mayfair. We caught up with Cesar Fernandez, Lead Culinary Manager to learn more about Miele’s Experience Centres and their pre-purchase courses.

What do you love most about cooking with Miele?

I love that I can trust the ovens to always deliver brilliant consistent results. Miele ovens provide evenness of cooking with no need to turn your trays and cake tins halfway through. Plus, there’s no need to preheat the oven because of their fast heat up times.

I’m always amazed by the features of Miele ovens. Taste Control opens the oven door automatically right at the end of the cooking cycle, preventing your food from burning or overcooking, which is great if you’re not ready to serve it yet and will even keep it warm at the perfect temperature. Or Moisture Plus where I can create the best-looking sourdough loaf or the juiciest chicken by releasing bursts of steam throughout.

What tips do you have for people choosing appliances for a new kitchen?

I would definitely recommend visiting any of the Miele Experience Centres as we have live kitchens where people can come and try everything. We also run pre-purchase courses to help customers navigate our range and owners’ courses where we can teach Miele customers how to maximise the use of their cooking appliances.

What appliance in the kitchen can you not live without?

My favourite appliance by far is our combination steam oven. If I’m cooking at home, it is always my go-to appliance, especially when I’m only cooking enough food for 1 -2 people, and I don’t want to heat up the main oven. From gently steaming veg and poaching eggs to cooking the most incredible rice. It can also do combination cooking, where I can grill and steam together, making sure I get the crispiest skin on a sea bass whilst retaining all its moisture. Finally, Hydro Clean, which will self-clean the oven!

What exciting new things has Miele launched this year?

The new matt black range of handleless built in cooking appliances would make a beautiful addition to any high-end kitchen.

Who inspires you?

I’ve been lucky enough to collaborate over the years with some incredible chefs thanks to Miele. Tommy Banks created some of the most delicious food I’ve ever tasted - I will never forget his turbot, strawberries and cream combination - and Chantelle Nicholson whose root to tail approach, circular economy and regeneration always amazes me.

To celebrate Miele’s 125th Anniversary, they are offering the chance to win £125,000 when you purchase an eligible Miele appliance between 01/05/2024 and 30/04/2025. Terms & Conditions apply, for full details visit miele.co.uk

FIELD DAY STUDIO

Established in 2013 by Katherine Turner and Jessica Gibbons, Field Day is an interior architecture studio that creates thoughtful, soulful spaces with enduring appeal. With locations in London and Manchester, Field Day Studio has worked on diverse projects throughout the UK, ranging from Grade II listed townhouses, London family homes and rambling country conversions.

The studio collaborates with their clients to a deep level to produce designs for homes that are inspired and informed by the families who live there. Each project is a bespoke concept, ensuring that the end result is never prescriptive or contrived and each one tells its own unique story. Field Day creates timeless, mellow homes using colour palettes, materials and textures that are heavily influenced by nature. This brings depth and authenticity to the space that stands the test of time.

A crucial component of the Field Day design process is establishing what really makes their clients happy in life and in their home. Kat and Jess believe strongly that a thoughtfully designed interior can change their clients’ lives for the better, so understanding how this looks for them is key to their process. Their client’s narrative is deeply intertwined throughout the entire process, from the initial concept, through the space planning, bespoke joinery and furniture.

While the beauty of a space is of utmost importance, what is equally important is the maximisation of space. Field Day plans each layout meticulously, carving out extra space and capitalising on what is available to really improve the function of the house: perhaps creating a larder, a dressing room, or a library in the process. The result is warm, useful spaces that are a reflection of the way their clients want to live; spaces that look like they’ve always been there.

fielddaystudio.com

At Field Day, we believe your home is important. The interior should be thoughtful and uniquely personal: a story of you. As functional as it is expressive. As meaningful as it is beautiful.

NICHOLAS ANTHONY: A Legacy of Luxury and Innovation in Interior Design

Nicholas Anthony has firmly established itself as a leader in the world of luxury interior design. With a rich history spanning over six decades, the company is renowned for its high-end, ultra-contemporary, classic, and traditional home interior designs. Operating showrooms in London, Ascot, Colchester, and Cambridge, Nicholas Anthony remains steadfast in its commitment to individuality, quality, and style.

Located on historic Wigmore Street in the heart of Mayfair, the London studio draws on the architectural and symphonic heritage of this iconic part of the city, pairing it with the best of contemporary colour, design, materials, and creative talent.

At the heart of Nicholas Anthony’s ethos is an unwavering dedication to excellence. The company’s design philosophy is built on a foundation of creativity, innovation, and meticulous attention to detail. Each project undertaken by Nicholas Anthony is a testament to its commitment to pushing the boundaries of design while maintaining an

acute focus on the needs and desires of its clients.

Tony Nicholas, Managing Director of Nicholas Anthony, encapsulates this ethos, stating, “Securing prestigious awards stands as a testament to the unwavering dedication, creativity, and hard work exhibited by our entire team. We are immensely proud of our ability to deliver exceptional design solutions, and these accolades serve to reaffirm our commitment to excellence within the luxury interior industry.”

A significant aspect of Nicholas Anthony’s service offering is its unparalleled expertise in kitchen design. The company excels in creating kitchens that embody both cutting-edge technology and sophisticated design. Their approach allows materials to speak for themselves, balancing geometric precision with a sensual aesthetic. Whereas, their kitchen designs reflect a commitment to high-end craftsmanship, customisation, and attention to detail, ensuring that each project delivers awardwinning results.

Nicholas Anthony’s prowess in design was recently recognised on the international stage at the International Property Award, clinching the esteemed titles of Best

International Bathroom Design Award and Best in Europe for Bathroom Design Award. These accolades underscore Nicholas Anthony’s exceptional capability in crafting bespoke, luxurious bathroom spaces that captivate clients worldwide.

A crucial element in Nicholas Anthony’s design philosophy is lighting. It is essential for both practicality and presentation in any space, from the form and function provided by LEDs as they showcase special items, to the quality of light that helps clients wake up or wind down morning and night. The right lighting enhances the environment, relaxes the senses, and empowers choices. By balancing night and day lighting, Nicholas Anthony creates spaces that transform into experiences, enhancing the overall ambiance and functionality of the interiors.

It’s not only kitchens and bathrooms that Nicholas Anthony is renowned for, it also excels in creating bespoke wardrobe and walk-in closet designs. These spaces are crafted to enhance daily experiences, with dedicated areas for shoes, bags, jewellery, and clothing. The combination of open and closed modules, elegant divisions, and advanced lighting solutions creates a luxury boutique feel, optimising both practicality and presentation.

Walk-in wardrobes by Nicholas Anthony are designed to reflect the client’s personal style while ensuring functionality. Whether shared by partners or individually tailored, these spaces offer a seamless journey at the start and end of each day. The smart design and modern technology used in these wardrobes maximise space and style, providing a synchronicity between fashion and functionality.

Nicholas Anthony actively listens to clients and tailors services to meet their desires, ensuring that each project is unique and resonates with the individual’s style. Their legacy in the luxury interior design industry is marked by a relentless pursuit of excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction. With a history of award-winning designs, strategic partnerships with leading brands like SieMatic and Occhio, and a dedication to bespoke solutions, Nicholas Anthony continues to set new standards in the luxury interior market. The company’s ethos of quality, individuality, and style ensures that it remains at the forefront of the industry, delivering exceptional results that captivate and inspire.

nicholas-anthony.co.uk; 0207 935 0177

Scaramanga Autumn Collection

Vintage furniture specialist Scaramanga is proud to unveil their new autumn vintage collection!

Scaramanga is excited to introduce our autumn 2024 storage collection to their authentic antique, vintage and repurposed furniture and interior ranges. Warmer autumnal tones and earthy textures reflect the changes we see outside.

We search for unusual original functional storage pieces that have unique character and charm. This includes industrial furniture like old lockers which look good in hallways and bedrooms and a midcentury teak desk.

Our antique chests and trunks make a handy bedroom blanket box or a statement coffee table in a travel-inspired living room.

Old school desks can be used as small bisto tables or a collection of potted tropical plants. Our vintage wall cabinets work well for displaying small curio collections, books and unusual objects.

Scaramanga specialise in original vintage furniture and interiors. We spend a lot of time searching for special pieces with character and charm. We have interesting arrivals every month. scaramangashop.co.uk