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contents on the cover 27 London’s newest nightlife This year’s bumper crop of Autumn nightlife openings 38 Beats: a very American saga Court cases, shrewd contracts, and a $3 billion buyout: a story of American capitalism 42 Cillian Murphy Usually the anti-hero or straight-up villain on screen, the man behind Tommy Shelby is one of Hollywood’s nice guys 79 Christmas made simple The gifts worth giving this holiday season 91 4X4 wars We put the new class of luxury SUVs through their paces 108 Blue-sky thinking Phil Hathaway is here to give your life some clarity 110 Ski special Now’s the time to get your skis on: so many slopes, so little time

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REGULARS CITY LIFE: 16 The Edit The commodities and consumables raising our interest rates this month 24 The Social Italian food, immersive parties, and online wine

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COLLECTION: 52 The real deal How Oris earned its seat alongside the watch industry’s big boys 56 True colours Fabergé and Tiffany add some colour to their new collections STYLE: 58 What’s new? From lingerie to office wear, all the biggest releases in women’s style 72 The Checklist Ramp up your winter wardrobe before the big chill OUT OF OFFICE: 100 Grape expectations Take an indulgent trip on Bordeaux’s luxury wine experience 104 Flavie Audi An introduction to another artist that should appear on your agenda 106 Outside inside Bring the great outdoors to your living room HOMES AND PROPERTY: 126 Property news The latest trends in the residential sales and lettings markets

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well seasoned REBALANCE YOUR YIN YANG COURTESY OF WORSHIP STREET’S MICHELIN-STARRED HKK HKK, the fine-dining Chinese concept from Hakkasan group, has launched a new eight-course taster menu based on the 24 terms of the Chinese solar calendar. Refreshed every two months to coincide with the changing seasons, the main focus is the philosophy of yin yang, with harmony achieved by eating and drinking only foods found growing naturally at that time of year. The first menu, coinciding with the Baak Low solar term, represents the beginning of the colder months, with dishes such as white dew-fed wagyu beef and spiny lobster and pumpkin soup – soup is especially important in Chinese culture for its ability to infuse medicinal ingredients. For an extra ‘medicinal’ kick, each dish is expertly paired with a different drink. The menu is set to be refreshed this month, so expect the same attention to detail as we enter Laap Dung, or the beginning of winter. Taster menu, £88, Alcoholic drink flight, £48, HKK, 88 Worship Street, EC2, hkklondon.com

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Alpina Gstaad A wellness retreat with a difference. A stone’s throw from one of the largest skiing areas in Europe, the Six Senses spa at The Alpina Gstaad offers 60 different treatments, as well as a yoga studio and indoor swimming pools. Wellbeing travel operator, Health and Fitness Travel, is offering seven nights at The Alpina Gstaad from £2,435 pp or £3,425 for single occupancy. The offer includes breakfast, a ski and spa programme and return flights. healthandfitnesstravel.com

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the automobile The London Edition range rover London has inspired great art, theatre, music and design – and now this one-of-a-kind Range Rover. Created by Overfinch, The London Edition is an Autobiography 5.0 V8 Long Wheelbase that’s been turned into a one-off showstopper. Running around the entire interior is artwork depicting London’s iconic skyline, captured in more than 5,500 individual pieces of veneer, Abalone shell and stainless steel. £249,990, overfinch.com

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Fun Kink board All-terrain snowboarders, behold, the Fun Kink from Bataleon. By combining the softness of a park board with the durability of an all-mountain board, Bataleon has created next level board versatility. Fun Kink 2016/17, £420, Bataleon, ellis-brigham.com

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Highbury Hill House is a perfect example of how modern design can complement a classic build. Here, steel-framed glass panels expand the back of a Victorian family home. Not only does the new extension create a much brighter living space in the kitchen and dining room, but also manages to make an interesting outdoor courtyard out of an otherwise ordinary back patio. The interior features exposed brick, oak flooring and dark finishes. Upstairs, floor-to-ceiling windows offer a great view of Newton boots, the nearby Emirates. £105, Dr. Martens, drmartens.com bleehalligan.co.uk

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without mentioning that only fabric from the best European cotton mills is used. The really clever part is how this fabric is treated to improve performance: the clothes are made both hydrophobic and hydrophilic, meaning that they will both

fabric to stop bacteria and fungi from growing. The tech is permanently ingrained within the fabric, meaning that the protection it offers will not fade. The brothers have also set up the Castore Academy, to provide finances, kit

Castore promises to road test each new piece by having an athlete wear it for 100 days in a row stop the rain and stop you from becoming a sweaty mess. Additionally, and handy if you’re travelling home on the tube, a silver chloride composition is added to the

and leading coaches from across the world to up-and-coming British athletes. Castore products are available from £85, castore.co.uk

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Tattoos are by no means a new phenomenon: Ötzi the Iceman has 57, and he’s 5,300 years old. It’s now estimated that 1 in 5 UK adults has a tattoo, and that rises to 1 in 3 for 16-44 year olds. Getting inked has become mainstream. Here are a few of the more common designs and their meanings, along with a couple of more unorthodox offerings, courtesy of new book The Tattoo Dictionary. You never know, you might feel inspired...

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Popular in the criminal world in the ’70s, the acronym for ‘All Coppers Are Bastards’ gained traction among punks and hooligans a decade later. As it became more well-known by the public (and police), the letters were replaced by 1 3 1 2. Usually found on the knuckles, the tattoo is considered an insult in German courts.

The good old British Bulldog became rooted in the British identity in the 18th century, when the pooch was usually seen next to fictional character John Bull, and was solidified by its association with Winston Churchill. Also important to the US Army, linking back to a dog actually enlisted in the Marines called King Bulwark.

As the King of the Cats, the fierce lion represents strength, courage, fearlessness and wisdom. It is also associated with royalty, heraldry and mysticism across the world (eg Richard the Lionheart), and has links to inner strength, symbolising the control we are able to have over our emotions and actions.

Possibly the most important symbol for sailors everywhere, the North Star, or Polaris, was the saviour of many a ship in the days before GPS. The brightest star in the sky obviously became a symbol of good luck and safe travel, and in its symbolic form, the Nautical Star is now an emblem for the US sea services.

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Japanese tattoos, traditionally, should be big and graphic, as criminals would be tattooed by authorities to differentiate them from the normal population. This became a status symbol, especially as the Yakuza – Japanese Mafia – developed. The oni are demons who carry out torture on behalf of the queen of hell. Lovely.

Popular among sailors, who thought carrying animals on ships was good luck. If a ship carrying the lightweight boxes used to transport pigs or roosters sank, then the boxes could be used as a flotation device. “A pig on the knee, safety at sea. A cock on the right, never lose a fight”, was a popular saying among sailors, apparently.

A pretty recent trend, tattooing a QR code on your arm can be used to send people in the direction of your medical information, your home address, or even a link to your personal webpage. Social media-loving types might even link a QR code to their Facebook or Twitter accounts.

A genuinely iconic tattoo, the swallow has long been used by sailors to document their time on the ocean. Apparently, one swallow is equal to 5,000 nautical miles on the waves. The swallow is also said to bring good luck, always returning home to its nest, as all sailors hope to do after a long journey.

Tattoos and meanings taken from The Tattoo Dictionary: An A-Z guide to the secret language of tattoos by Trent Aitken-Smith, £15, octopusbooks.co.uk

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Decadence Defined

Crafted to showcase complexity and depth, Rare Cask is drawn from the broadest spectrum of casks, 16 different types, ever identified by the Master Whisky Maker. Far less than 1% of those casks maturing at the distillery have been identified as fitting to bestow the Rare Cask name. With rarity at its core, this is a whisky crafted from casks so rare they will never again be used in any Macallan whisky. Combining Spanish and American sherry seasoned oak casks, a high proportion of them first fill, gives rise to an exquisite whisky with a splendidly rich hue, and an unmistakable woody whisky. This is a single malt which captures a true decadence; its creation goes beyond any other Macallan whisky and its rarity is absolute. It is a single malt of such diversity and intricacy it challenges the very conventions of whisky creation.

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There’s a new option for those who want a modestly boozy brunch at the weekend. Plum + Spilt Milk’s Saturday à la carte brunch menu comes with a bottle of Billecart-Salmon Champagne and coffee, meaning slightly less staggering out into the city in the early afternoon. Available between 11am and 3pm, there’s a wide range of options, from smoked haddock kedgeree with soft poached egg, to a good old full English. If you fancy an extra tipple, there’s a brunch cocktail list including a Breakfast Martini. Saturday Brunch menu, £65 for two people, Plum + Spilt Milk, Great Northern Hotel, N1, plumandspiltmilk.com

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Grapepip is out to make buying and selling quality wine as easy as clicking a mouse. Caspar Bowles, founder of the auction site, says that he wanted it to be an “eBay for wine – very easy to use, big numbers, and a really slick site”. The resulting website took two years to develop. “I wanted Grapepip to be an auction business, because if you’ve bothered to have quality wine looked after properly, why would you let somebody tell you what it’s worth? “It’s free to list wine on Grapepip, and if you have two people fighting over it, you could have great returns. We do all the settlement, all the fulfilment, all the redistribution, and take care of any problems along the line, so people can have as little input as they want. “We can provide a paper trail of provenance for all the wines, so we can say ‘that’s when it arrived in the UK, that it arrived in the cellar the next day, and that it has been there ever since.’” grapepip.com

Lucky Luca The brains behind the incredible Michelin-starred The Clove Club have branched out to Clerkenwell with their new ‘Britalian’ restaurant, Luca. Good Italian food created with quality British produce is the brief, but with a few surprises thrown in, such as the grouse ravioli stuffed with potato and whisky sauce, and the Morecambe Bay shrimps and mace butter. The décor is 1950s Italyinspired, with a pasta-making room where diners can watch fresh pasta being made by day and dine privately at night. 88 St John Street, EC1M, luca.restaurant

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When in Roma

Perched above one of the oldest parts of London and the former site of a Roman fort, new Italian restaurant Roma is bringing some of Caesar’s style to Farringdon. The indulgence of ancient Rome is reflected in both the restaurant design and its food and drink menus, each wine being traced back to the original Roman vineyards across Europe, and cooking techniques dating back to when Nero was still in long shorts. When in Roma, do as the Romans do and enjoy a proper feast. Roma, 14 New London Street, EC3R, roma.london

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For those wanting a little more out of their night on the town, there are a number of immersive events popping up across London. One such party is Maman Le Mot, the latest installation from immersive party expert, A Place in Time. from top Rampur Single Malt, £40.95/70cl, Rampur, thewhiskyexchange.com Clubman, £25/70cl, Haig Club, haigclub.com 150th Anniversary Tennessee Whiskey, £150/100cl, Jack Daniel’s, harveynichols.com Half Hitch gin, £40/70cl, Half Hitch, halfhitch.london Ultra black rum, £28/50cl, Parlay, parlayrum.co.uk

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On the back of its successful Peaky Blinders event, A Place in Time now transports us to Paris, 1943. Wartime Europe is in full swing. The French capital is under curfew. You, a British spy, are given a fake ID and tasked with collecting information to help the war effort. Play bar games, drink smuggled French wine, and lose yourself in the glamorous world of espionage during a night of ’40s revelry. Every Friday and Saturday, SE1, aplaceintime.co.uk/1943

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Love at first bite Words: Bethan Rees

here are few things in life finer than the sight of a steak arriving at a table. It’s the anticipation of cutting into its centre with a glistening, razorsharp knife, through its charred, grillemarked exterior to reveal its (hopefully) perfectly dark-pink middle, which makes it (in my opinion) the most exciting food to order. Famous for providing this experience is mini-steakhouse-chain, Hawksmoor, whose Guildhall outpost I was recently invited to. Hawksmoor, the brand, takes its name from celebrated Baroque architect Nicholas Hawksmoor. Its first restaurant opened in 2006 in Spitalfields, close to Christ Church, one of the architect’s masterpieces. Hawksmoor now has five restaurants (and one bar) in London, one in Manchester and is set to make its mark on the other side of the pond when it opens in New York at the end of 2017. The men behind the restaurants, Will Beckett and Huw Gott, aimed to create a place where they could offer high-quality,

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well-butchered and sustainable beef. To achieve this, Beckett and Gott travelled the world in search of the perfect steak, from Kobe, Japan, to Pampas, Argentina. The duo soon realised, however, that they could source some of the finest steaks from carefully reared native cattle breeds at home in Britain. The restaurant now gets its beef from Tim Wilson at Ginger Pig, a breeder based in Yorkshire.

and a portion of homemade salted caramel Rolos are simply superb. (They are also available to takeaway). Hawksmoor Guidhall is a particularly British affair, located a stone’s throw from the Bank of England and the Guildhalloffices of the City of London Corporation. Pay a visit and discover that at some things, the Brits really do, do it best. 10 Basinghall Street, EC2, thehawksmoor.com

Gott travelled the world in search of the perfect steak, from Kobe, Japan, to Pampas, Argentina A well looked after cow produces the base for a spectacularly tasty meal – and there’s a huge selection of cuts to choose from; whether you’re in the mood for a modest 400g sirloin or you’re feeling decadent for a sharing-sized Chateaubriand or Porterhouse, Hawksmoor can accommodate. Away from the meat, the juicy bone marrow with onions to start is sublime; the creamed spinach spot on,

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Our man-about-town, Innerplace’s Nick Savage, gives you the insider lowdown on LONDON’S most hedonistic haunts

London’s Best New Nightclubs

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ondon nightclubs are the opposite of perennial flowers in that they tend to come into bloom in the autumn. This year seems to have provided a bumper crop. At the same time, many clubs have been closing down, leading mayor Sadiq Khan to launch an initiative to save London’s nightlife. We’ve recently seen west London institutions such as Boujis, Whisky Mist and The Wellington shut their doors, not to mention east London spots like Fabric, Dance Tunnel and Plastic People. Back in Mayfair, a number of fledgling clubs were seemingly cut down in their youth. Though this usually means rejuvenation. Whisky Mist transformed into Drama and in turn became a central place to see and be seen, and, more recently, Mason House has become Toy Room. Formerly housed on Swallow Street next to Cuckoo Club, Toy Room has upped its game and taken over Argyll Street. Perhaps best known for its mascot – Frank – a stuffed bear with a proclivity for partying

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international DJs, MNKY HSE includes a number of design elements including adjustable seating that will encourage table-hopping and can be adjusted to innerplace.co.uk create a dancefloor. With that would put Ted to shame, dark parquet flooring, leatherit aims to bring more revellers clad banquette seating, a threeinto the fold with a double capacity venue dimensional back wall and a Murano designed by Antonio Tadrissi, an after-party crushed glass chandelier, MNKY HSE den and specially commissioned art. Hot brings all of the bling you’d expect in a off the back of club launches in Mykonos, Manhattan club. Dubai and Istanbul, you can expect the new Nearby on Sloane Square, Twiga London Toy Room to serve as a home away from + Sumosan has taken over the old Baku site home for international sybarites. In short, and looks poised to take over Knightsbridge. it’s a table service classic. Backed by - Briatore ( former Formula 1 boss Elsewhere, a number of venues seem to and owner of various Ciprianis and hotels), be mutating their table service, giving equal the new venture will feature a lounge for up billing to both food and entertainment, to 150 guests and a restaurant and bar for perhaps even giving precedence to the approximately 180 covers. F&B. MNKY HSE, which launched in early Meanwhile, Hyde in High Street October on Dover Street, bills itself as a late Kensington has reinvented the basement night restaurant, a type of location that has bar with slick contemporary pop art from been taking over from nightclubs in cities JJ Adams, cocktails that would rival an east like New York and Las Vegas. Opened in the London speakeasy courtesy of Andy Mil, former digs of the iconic Dover Street Wine and an excellent Pan-Asian food offering Bar, it features an eclectic Latin American compliments of chef Adi Gunawan, who restaurant helmed by Pablo Peñalosa Nájera previously worked under Ian Pengelly at (Four Seasons). Spread over two floors, each Gilgamesh. Dining, it seems, is gaining of which offer a stage that will play host to influence in London clubland.

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LIFE AT 1000 FEET

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| feature | When it topped-out at 1,396 feet in October 2014, 432 Park Avenue redefined the Manhattan skyline, becoming NYCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s second tallest building (behind the Freedom Tower) and the highest residential building in the world. If it was placed in London, 432 Park Avenue would tower 393 feet above the Shard. This is the view from the newly-finished 86th-floor penthouse, from which you can see the Hudson River across to the Atlantic Ocean.

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| feature | The 86th floor of the 96-story condominium has recently been completed by acclaimed interior expert Robert Couturier, named by Architectural Digest as one of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top 100 designers. Couturier has curated a collection of artwork to complement the 12ft 6in ceiling height, including works by Hubert le Gall, Christopher Kutz, Michael Eastman, and a dramatic floor-to-ceiling installation of Sol LeWittâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wall Drawing #678, which occupies the entire south wall of the living and dining room. Occupants began moving into 432 Park Avenue earlier this year. Current availability of remaining residences starts from $16,950,000. 432parkavenue.com

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am completely addicted to luxury. I have no ability for anything elseâ&#x20AC;? - Robert Couturier, interior designer, from Designing Paradises

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‘Post-factual democracy’ is here, and the political elite has been replaced by rabble-rousing demagogues, writes David Taylor

or the UK, June 2016 was the month when fact-based politics went to pasture. Twenty days before the EU referendum, Michael Gove, former journalist and Education Secretary, delivered its eulogy. “The people who are arguing that we should get out are concerned to ensure that the working people of this country at last get a fair deal. I think the people in this country have had enough of experts.” Here, Gove seemed to falter, rendering obsolete his point that the institutions backing Remain were disembodied from the voting class. This is the quote that will be remembered. This is the quote that signalled the end of fact as king. True or false are transient states, as long as enough is done to make people believe the point. Contrary to the majority of expert predictions, Britain voted to leave the EU. Both the Leave and Remain campaigns were largely based on rhetoric and fearmongering in lieu of solid mandates, especially on immigration and the economy. What now? The winners get to implement their plans, the pressure of delivering at their feet. But what plans are those? The Prime Minister has promised to implement Article 50 of the Treaty of the European Union by March next year, and the pound has responded by dropping even further, a casualty of uncertainty. The bold claims of the Leave camp are starting to be tempered. Sky News political editor Faisal Islam called Gove’s statement “Oxbridge Trump”*, just as the American Apprentice boss was rising from celebrity businessman to presidential nominee on the other side of the Atlantic. Trump’s accession is a very American version of our own situation. William Hague called the Leave campaign “the Donald Trump campaign with better hair”, and Aaron Banks, founder of the unofficial Leave campaign Leave.EU, said, post-vote, that “the Remain campaign featured fact, fact, fact, fact, fact. It doesn’t work. You’ve got to connect with people emotionally. It’s the Trump success.” The former Apprentice star and all-round straight-talking multimillionaire man of the people is seen by a strong number of the US electorate as the best choice to lead the Free World. There’s no doubting that ‘The Donald’ is a personal tour de force, his face plastered across billboards for

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years before his candidacy. His brand has survived bankruptcy, controversy and most recently (unless something else comes to light in the time between me writing this and you reading it – I’m not betting against it) ‘pussy-gate’. But even now, there are plenty of apologists for the no-nonsense approach he has brought to the forefront of the election trail. Back in Europe, right-wing fringe parties are still gaining popularity. Norbert Hofer of the Freedom Party of Austria lost the country’s presidential election earlier this year by a swing of less than one per cent, but the election is to be rerun in December after anomalies in postal voting. The Swiss People’s Party won 29 per cent of the vote in their most recent election. The highest-profile right-wing leader, Marine Le Pen, led the National Front to victory at the French European elections in 2014, with 25 per cent of the overall vote. While immigration concerns alone are a major part of this upturn, the charisma of these party leaders is also no small part of this success: playing on instinctive fears leads to surges in polls. The explosion of personality politics is intertwined with the advent of social media. In the post-Blair world of the political soundbite, the quick and brash speaker gets the attention. Trump is a fitting example. His tweets are now the stuff of lore, his famous 3am thoughts contributing to him earning double the airtime of the 15 other Republican candidates combined (67.1 per cent), and almost double the mentions of Clinton. It doesn’t seem to matter if what was said was completely fabricated, because in the new age of politics, by the time a false claim from a character politician is debunked by expert onlookers, it’s been around the world twice. No matter what happens in America this month, there has been a sea change in the Western political milieu that few commentators could have predicted. It remains to be seen how this will play out on the international stage. You never know – perhaps those experts will be called upon to help. *On the video detailing Gove’s ensuing one-on-one with Islam, there were, at time of research, 52 ‘likes’ and 48 ‘dislikes’ for Gove’s performance: a second, ironic, victory for the Leave campaign.

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“There are three kinds of lies: lies, damned lies, and statistics” – att. to British PM Benjamin Disraeli by Mark Twain

eu leave campaign “We send the EU £350 million a week.” The UK’s gross contribution to the EU last year was £17.8 billion, coming to £342 million/week. However, as Margaret Thatcher negotiated a rebate for the UK in 1984, we are given back £4.9 billion of the total, meaning we send £12.9 billion, or £248 million/ week. If you then take into account the £4.4 billion the EU spent on the UK, the net spend comes to £7.1 billion - £136 million per week, much lower than the one per cent of GDP the rest of the EU has to spend, and £214 million less than the original claim. Nigel Farage shied away from the claim hours after the result was declared.

donald trump USA shooting statistics – way off the mark A baffling and worrying tweet from Trump presented statistics from the ‘Crime Statistics Bureau – San Francisco’, stating that 81 per cent of white homicide victims were killed by black assailants. Not only is the official percentage just 15 per cent (the vast majority of white homicides were perpetrated by whites), but the ‘source’ itself doesn’t actually exist.

NHS ‘weekend effect’ In February 2016, Health Secretary Jeremny Hunt claimed that there are “11,000 excess deaths because we do not staff our hospitals properly at the weekends”. However, in July, researchers from Oxford University who had been involved in some of the studies used by Mr. Hunt questioned the validity of the conclusions gained from one of the studies, which saw evidence of flawed data entry skewing mortality rates. Peter Rothwell, lead author of one of the reports and professor of Neurology at Oxford, told Huffington Post that if you read the studies that have “looked at real data – gold standard data – there’s very little evidence indeed of a ‘weekend effect’. It really is an excellent example of how poor quality data, badly interpreted, can lead to the wrong answer.”

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This image: Monster Octagon UFC headphones, image courtesy of Monster far left: Jimmy Iovine, Noel Lee and Dr Dre, image courtesy of Monster below: Solo2 wireless, £169.95, apple.com

Court cases, shrewd contracts, and the story of a $3 billion buyout WORDS: DAVID TAYLOR

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*ck sneakers, let’s make speakers”. According to Wired Magazine, these words, spoken on a beach by head of Interscope Records, Jimmy Iovine, to the father of ’90s hip-hop, Dr Dre, were the catalyst for one of the most successful branding enterprises in history, and the beginning of a 10-year story culminating in a $3 billion buyout by Apple in 2014. If you keep tabs on popular American culture, you’ll know that the story doesn’t stop there. But before we go further, let’s go backward. The Beats by Dre narrative begins in

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a family apartment in California, in the late ’70s, with an intelligent audio enthusiast called Noel Lee. You might know him as the founder and CEO of Monster Audio – or, as ‘Head Monster’, the title he most likes to adopt. While Dre was in his freshman year at high school, Lee was tinkering with the free audio cables given out with speakers at the time. Listening to changes in the sound of Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture, Lee worked until he created the 12-gauge ‘Monster’ cable, named due to its sheer size. “I think I was born an audiophile,” Lee explains, when I speak to him after another successful IFA consumer electronics show in Berlin. “Music is my life. It was fortuitous that I was born on the listening end, and not the musician end, because I was taught the very fine art of setting up a sound system, setting up a turntable, setting up speakers for the optimum sound. I wanted to hear every nuance. That led me to design the first Monster cable. The rest is history.” It’s not that Lee’s cables offered a hugely noticeable improvement – audio experts still argue over their virtues – but the fact is that Lee was the first to monetise them. He cornered the industry and created an audio empire off the back of his highdefinition cables. After spending $50,000 of his own savings getting a spot at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, within six years Monster was employing

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400 people and turning over revenues of more than $50 million. “I really didn’t know anybody in the audio business; I didn’t know any musicians, I just listened to their recordings. I started from as close to zero as you could possibly get, and built the company up from there.” Monster’s reputation grew, along with its list of industry-praised products, until Lee’s son, Kevin, was sent to woo potential partners with a new business venture. Kevin met Iovine, head of Interscope Records, demigod of the music industry, and expert contract negotiator. Monster had a plan: it would develop and design the headphones, with input from Dre and Iovine, and the latter pair would use their extensive contact books to turn the headphones into a megabrand. “Beats started out as a licensing arrangement. Dre and Jimmy Iovine were going to build the brand through their contacts in the record industry… We [Monster] had already been doing headphones before we licensed the name Beats. For over two-and-a-half years, we built the brand into a billion-dollar company – achieving things that nobody had done before in sound quality.” The truth, of course, is that Beats was never purely about the sound. As the company was in its nascent stages, it seemed every music video from Interscope included an artist putting on a pair of headphones marked with a B. As the headphone’s popularity grew, so did the list of famous faces willing to be associated with the brand. One advert, to coincide with the 2014 football World Cup, includes almost all of the world’s best players, save for Cristiano Ronaldo, who, as fate would have it, has his own line of headphones with Monster. Then, in 2011, mobile giant HTC bought 50.1 per cent of Beats for $309 million. Soon after, Monster’s contract as a licensed partner to the company was up for renewal – it didn’t get enacted. Instead, lawyers for Beats successfully argued that Monster should be forced to relinquish all of its design and ownership rights, effectively ending Monster’s involvement with the brand it had helped build. Within two years, Dre and Iovine had bought back HTC’s 50.1 stake, before selling 31 per cent to equity giants Carlyle Group. The following year, in 2014, Apple bought Beats outright for $3 billion; $2.6 billion in cash, plus $400 million in Apple shares. Monster didn’t see a penny. Lee filed a lawsuit, but it was dismissed in August 2016. It isn’t just Monster that has taken Beats to court. In 2014, Bose was also involved in a lawsuit, regarding patent infringement, though its claim was subsequently dropped. More recently, Steven Lamar,

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a former hedge fund manager at Bay Star Capital Management, has been allowed to push forward with his case for royalties, claiming that he had been promised a cut of the profits on any future ‘derivative’ versions of the headphones, based on the fact they fit with the original patent in which he was involved. The case is ongoing, after a California judge accepted his appeal to the lawsuit’s original dismissal. For Beats, image remains king. Its most recent advertising campaign features a huge range of celebrities, both musical and ‘civilian’ – Pharrell Williams conducts a school band; Nicki Minaj saunters through a lobby; Michael Phelps does push-ups with his baby boy; DJ Khaled waters his plants; and Steve Buscemi dances on a plane with an air hostess. In the US last year, Beats enjoyed 60 per cent of the premium headphone market.

After the Apple deal, Dre is, according to Forbes, the second richest hip-hop artist in the world Its closest competitor, Bose, managed 20 per cent. After the Apple deal, Dre is, according to Forbes, the second richest hip-hop artist in the world, behind only P Diddy, while Iovine continues to live up to his media mogul reputation. Noel Lee probably isn’t losing too much sleep, either, collaborating recently with brands that include Lamborghini, Chanel and Hublot. The beat goes on.

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Cillian Murphy in Peaky Blinders (season three), courtesy of Movie Stills Database, moviestillsdb.com, Â©BBC

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| interview | Cillian Murphy’s roles often include an element of malevolence, the opposite of his actual persona, discovers Bethan Rees. With Irish charm and genuine modesty, he’s one of Hollywood’s nice guys

henever you read about Corkborn actor Cillian Murphy, it’s typically his physical attributes that get talked up the most. Sure, he might have cheekbones that deserve their own postcode and eyes that could convince you to do the most heinous of crimes, but what’s more impressive is his range as an actor; he is the antithesis of typecast. From a young trans woman in Breakfast on Pluto ( for which he won Best Actor at the Irish Film and Television Academy Awards) to the leader of a Birmingham gang in Peaky Blinders, from Batman’s nemesis and crazy psychiatrist in Batman Begins to a post-apocalyptic survivor in 28 Days Later, Murphy’s character profile is chameleon, but all of his roles have a similar theme. They ’re executed with a intensity that’s helping define a career. One of his is latest projects, Anthropoid, may sound like a sci-fi film, but it’s actually a taut biopic thriller inspired by the gallant efforts of two freedom fighters and their mission to eliminate notorious top-ranking Nazi, and Hitler’s third in command, Reinhard Heydrich, the architect of the Final Solution during World War II. He undertakes the role of a Czechoslovakian resistance fighter Jozef Gabčík, head of a team of soldiers tasked with the assassination. Starring alongside fellow Irishman Jamie Dornan, known for the racy film adaptation of Fifty Shades of Grey and the BBC series The Fall, both men admit they didn’t know about the story before being approached for the film. “It’s not widely known outside of the Czech Republic, which is kind of criminal given how it altered the course of World War II and consequently altered the course of history,” says Murphy. “It’s part of their identity in the Czech Republic. It was fascinating to learn about it and these different aspects of the war that affected the outcome.” Murphy describes how it’s a “story of remarkable heroism and human endeavour”. On working alongside the man of the moment Dornan, Murphy says, “the man is an ogre.” Of course, Murphy is saying this in jest – when describing the pair, the word ‘bromance’ is regularly thrown around. “Jamie is an incredible actor and person. He is very professional and generous and cool. He is very dedicated to his performance.” Peaky Blinders, Anthropoid and Christopher Nolan’s soon-to-be-

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Cillian Murphy in Peaky Blinders (season two), courtesy of Movie Stills Database, moviestillsdb.com, ©BBC

in Enda Walsh’s Disco Pigs, in which he played self-mythologising and volatile teenager Darren, also known as Pig. It was also in this performance that Murphy’s talent was spotted by an agent, and his acting career began to take off. Murphy has since appeared in a variety of theatre productions, including The Playboy of the Western World, Lovesong, Ballyturk and Misterman, for which he was

Cillian Murphy and Tom Hardy in Peaky Blinders (season three), courtesy of Movie Stills Database, moviestillsdb.com, ©BBC

released Dunkirk all have something in common – they’re based on real-life tales. But what draws Murphy towards these types of projects? “I have a fondness for historical stories, for real life things that happened in the past,” he says. In reference to Anthropoid, he describes the “duty to respect and honour the lives of those who lived before us. “The families of the men, of [the two central] characters in the film, still live in Prague. They came to the premiere we had there, so you want to respect them and their legacy. That’s very important to me.” Critically acclaimed as an actor, on both the big and the small screen, what’s initially impressive is Murphy’s immediately recognisable humility. While the by product of his day job is public attention, Murphy isn’t one for the limelight. “The work, I adore,” he says. “And I’ll always have that passion for what I do, but it’s the other stuff that comes with it that I could do without. Of course, you realise the series or the film or the play you’re in is a product and that it needs promotion. I’m cognitive of that, but that stuff can wreck your head a little bit.” Murphy, who lives in Dublin with artist wife, Yvonne McGuinness and their two sons, Malachy and Aran, was born into a family of educators. His father works for the Irish Department of Education, his mother is a French teacher, his aunt and uncle are teachers, as was his grandfather. It would have been an obvious path to take, but Murphy had other ambitions, though initially these had little to do with acting, and more to do with music. Murphy played in several bands, including one with his brother Páidi called The Sons of Mr Greengenes, a name inspired by one of his musical idols, Frank Zappa. In 1996, the band was offered a five-album record deal with Acid Jazz Records but didn’t accept it as Murphy’s

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Murphy played in several bands, including one with his brother called The Sons of Mr Greengenes. In 1996, the band was offered a five-album record deal with Acid Jazz Records brother was still in secondary school, and they would have been forced to yield the rights to their own compositions. Later that year, Murphy went to University College Cork (UCC) and embarked on a law degree. However, his law career didn’t last long. His interest in acting was sparked by a production he saw at Corcadorca, a drama school in Cork, of A Clockwork Orange. His first major role on stage was in the UCC Drama Society’s amateur production of Observe the Sons of Ulster Marching Towards the Somme. Following this, he scored an audition at Corcadorca and made his professional stage acting debut

awarded Best Actor at the Irish Times Theatre Awards and New York’s Drama Desk Award for Outstanding One-Person Show. His breakthrough role in Danny Boyle’s 28 Days Later in 2002 saw him win Best Newcomer at the Empire Awards and Breakthrough Male Performance at the MTV Movie Awards. Hollywood soon came knocking and in 2005 Murphy began his role in Nolan’s Batman trilogy, playing Dr Jonathan Crane, aka The Scarecrow, a supervillain who experiments on asylum inmates using a fear gas. The Batman films weren’t the end of the Murphy-Nolan collaboration. Inception – a sci-fi heist thriller starring Leonardo

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DiCaprio – followed in 2010, and next year will see the much anticipated release of Dunkirk. The World War Two epic dramatises the notorious Dunkirk evacuation and Murphy will be starring alongside Tom Hardy, Mark Rylance and perhaps, surprisingly, Harry Styles of One Direction. More recently, Murphy has become better known for wearing a flat cap and speaking with a Brummie accent. Taking on the role as Thomas Shelby, the lead in the BBC’s Peaky Blinders, as the head of a criminal gang in Birmingham in the 1920s – for which he’s been nominated for a National TV Award – his character is infectiously likeable yet utterly terrifying. How does he make this work? “It’s the antihero effect,” he explains. “You’ve got Frank Underwood (House of Cards), Walter White (Breaking Bad), Dexter and most of the folks in Game of Thrones. There’s a desire for these damaged, morally

misshapen characters, who, while far from admirable in their intent, are relatable, identifiable, for all their misdeeds and wrong doings. And likeable. He’s the kind of character I like to watch and digest.” Peaky Blinders has gone from strength to strength, securing an array of BAFTA nominations. But did Murphy ever think it would be so successful? “I don’t think any one of us predicted that,” he says. “A small BBC show, especially in the beginning, having a resonance in places like Australia and America... it’s gratifying.” Yet in characteristic fashion, the man behind the franchise’s hood-eyed hoodlum remains typically modest, preferring to heap praise on show creator Steven Knight. “He’s an exquisite writer – bold, ambitious, and at the height of his powers. We’ve done three series together, and we’re going to do two more,” says Murphy. “What

he creates is always so unpredictable and fresh – it flows out of him, like beams of limitless energy. I think he’s enjoying a purple patch in his career. All artists do at certain stages, and he is experiencing his now.” For those waiting with bated breath for Murphy to drop some hints about season four of Peaky Blinders, I’m sorry to disappoint. “I’m in the dark as much as you are,” he says. Although, Murphy does say filming for the new series will start next year, and season five in 2018. The next year is set to be a busy one for Murphy, with the release of Dunkirk, The Party (described as a “comedy wrapped around a tragedy” linked with party politics) and Free Fire (a black comedy thriller co-produced by Martin Scorsese) – but I’m sure, in true Murphy style, that he will deliver a spine-tingling and sincere performance. It’s safe to say, Mr Murphy is not just a pretty face.

“There’s a desire for these damaged, morally misshapen characters, who, while far from admirable, are relatable, identifiable, for all their misdeeds and wrongdoings” Cillian Murphy in Peaky Blinders (season three), courtesy of Movie Stills Database, moviestillsdb.com, ©BBC

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WATCHES & JEWELLERY Celebrating the delightful and the divine from the world of fine jewellery and haute horology

FITs LIKE A GLOVE Chanel’s creative director, Karl Lagerfield, finds himself the inspiration behind the French fashion house’s new J12 watch. The blackand-white J12 XS collection emulates the designer’s famously monochrome style, and incorporates a limitededition range of lambskin fingerless gloves (onto which the watch can be strapped), directly referencing Lagerfeld’s own signature look. One of the most eye-catching pieces from the range is the J12 XS large watch cuff (pictured), which wraps around the wrist and fuses black ceramic, steel, diamonds and black lacquer. The miniature J12 XS has been shrunk to just 19mm – dainty, but full of attitude. From a selection, chanel.com

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The Red Bull Air Race World Championship is designed to push the planet’s best pilots to the limit. As the season reaches its conclusion, Holly Fradley discovers what that means, courtesy of official timekeeper Breitling

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word of warning. If you suffer from generalised anxiety disorder and one day someone invites you to experience the fastest motorsport on the planet, from a pilot’s seat, rather than the spectator stands, do not seek solace from the internet. As with undiagnosed medical afflictions, Google’s search results are not the most reassuring. My invitation came by way of Breitling, official timekeeper to the Red Bull Air Race World Championship, an event designed to provide the most advanced aerial challenge in any stunt pilot’s calendar. The word ‘nervous’ didn’t come close. Breitling has been involved with the Championship since 2007, its entrants in the 2016 season taking the shape of France’s François Le Vot and legendary Brit aerobat Nigel Lamb. You don’t have to overhype the synergies that exist between a low-level, highspeed aeroplane competition and a company that’s cultivated its image around precision. Aviation is Breitling’s thing. Inventors of the first wrist chronograph in 1915; the first chronograph to feature an

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below: Breitling’s Emergency Night Mission, the world’s first watch with an in-built dual-frequency personal locator beacon, is now available with orange or yellow accents, £15,340

independent push-piece in 1923; and the first company to subsequently present a two push-piece chronograph in 1934, Breitling spent its early years conceiving devices that proved particularly practical for pilots. The brand cemented its standing in the aviation industry with the 1952 launch of the Navitimer. The watch’s complex slide rule allowed pilots to calculate fuel consumption with a glance towards their wrist. Think of it as the world’s first smartwatch. It’s a sunny Sunday morning in August at Blackbushe Airport, Surrey, and my heart is in my mouth. This afternoon, the 14 pilots that make up the Red Bull Air Race Masterclass will compete in the Ascot leg of the World Championships. Before that? A taster session in a two-seater stunt plane and speeds of up to 200mph. “You must remember to keep communicating with me throughout the flight,” says Francis Barros, my pilot for the day and three-time winner of Brazil’s National Aerobatic Championship. “I will need to know that you are still conscious.”

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The cockpit before me has pedals and a joystick. “Avoid touching them at all costs,” says Barros. In front, a Garmin camera is positioned unflatteringly close to my face. We begin with an airport flyover and some turns at speed through a series of 25 metre-high air-filled pylon gates. So far, still conscious. Next, a couple of barrel rolls, some loops and a stall turn. We’d agreed beforehand that a thumbs up from me meant that I was comfortable for Barros to go faster. Surprisingly, I found that both of my thumbs were up. Then, astonishingly, I was allowed to take control of the joystick. Ten minutes, 5Gs and one breathtaking experience of a lifetime later, I was back on the ground, the blood beginning to find its usual route around my body. Barros, the flight, and the Ascot race that followed were incredible. The Garmin video of my face under g-force, not so much. Following the cancellation due to high winds of the final race in Las Vegas in October, Germany’s Matthias Dolderer was named the 2016 Red Bull Air Race World Champion. Breitling’s Nigel Lamb and François Le Vot finished fourth and 12th, respectively.

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Bremont bolsters America’s Cup Collection

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From 18-20 November, Fukuoka, Japan, will host the ninth and final leg of the Louis Vuitton America’s Cup World Series. Skippered by Sir Ben Ainslie, British challenger Land Rover BAR tops the leader board, ahead of cup defender Oracle Team USA and Emirates Team New Zealand. The 2013 America’s Cup saw Ainslie and the Oracle team claw back a seven point deficit by winning eight consecutive races, in one of the greatest comebacks in sporting history. Acting as the event’s official timing partner, Bremont has announced two new additions to its America’s Cup collection. Both the Regatta AC and Regatta OTUSA chronographs feature a date window and 12-hour counter at six o’clock and 5-minute countdown timer at 12 o’clock. The sportier Regatta OTUSA model also boasts an additional 15-minute countdown display and is available in titanium (£4,995), whereas the sleeker Regatta AC version is delivered in either polished steel (£4,995) or rose gold (£11,995). The winner of the 35th America’s Cup will be determined in Bermuda next June, the leading challenger having emerged from the Qualifier and Playoff rounds that follow the initial nine-leg Series. bremont.com, americascup.com

Farer’s mechanical debut While in recent years we’ve witnessed an explosion in homegrown ‘fashion watches’ (think Olivia Burton, Shore Projects and Sekford), you can still count the number of British brands producing serious numbers of mechanical watches on one hand. Bremont, Christopher Ward, Schofield and Pinion will get you to four; Farer will now take you to five. Until recently, Farer sat firmly within the fashion watch sector, but has now announced its first collection of automatics. As with all UK mechanical watch brands, Farer is reliant on Switzerland for its self-winding movements (the ETA-produced Calibre 2824-2, in this case), but names such as Beagle and Endurance nod toward decidedly British underpinnings. The three 39.5mm timepieces are designed to be unisex. Each comprises a stainless steel case and a sapphire crystal case-back, through which an engraved oscillating weight is visible. £875, farer.com

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Riding Dapper A sea of monocles, moustaches and vintage motorcycles washed its way through London on the last Sunday of September, as the capital played host to the annual Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride. The cause? Prostate cancer and suicide prevention. The event? The largest motorcycling charity meet in the world. Founded in Sydney in 2012, the DGT now inspires more than 50,000 riders in over 500 cities to don their finest get-up and jump atop their cherished café racers. London’s riders progressed from Stratford’s Olympic Park to Regent’s Park, via Tower Bridge, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace. Earlier this year, DGR-title sponsor, Zenith Watches, unveiled its Heritage Pilot Ton-Up at Baselworld. The brand subsequently created five special DGR editions of the watch, featuring the event’s logo at six o’clock, a unique tan leather strap, and an intricately engraved case-back. The Zenith Watches Team was the largest to ride in the DGR this year, collectively raising more than £52,000. gentlemansride.com, zenith-watches.com

I n pur sui t o f t h e pe rf ec t pi lo t ’ s wat c h As th e sporty si st er brand to th e more classic Frédériqu e Constant, Alpina has corn ered th e market w h en it com es to entr y-le vel action watch es. Its lat est innovation , th e Startim er Pilot Automatic Chronograph , i s a di stinctly ergonomic piece with highly-legible subdial s and luminous indexes. Militar y dial colours com e in eith er black, p etrol blu e or dark green . Alpina’s di stinctive red triangle sits at 12 o’clock and a dat e window i s found at 3 o’clock. Fans of early pilot watch es will appreciat e th e large 44mm case, oversized screw-in crown and chunky leath er strap. £2,090, alpina-watches.com

Something Old Something New The meteoric rise of Tudor after its 2014 re-release into the UK market has sparked not inconsiderable interest in the brand’s creations of yore. So much so that Burlington Arcade’s David Duggan has become the first retailer to stock both vintage and new models side by side. Present-day Black Bay pieces ( from £2,120) and Pelagos dive watches ( from £3,200) sit next to their vintage counterparts: Tudor Submariners from the 1960s and ’70s ( from £7,750). Also on show are rare early versions of the original Advisor watch, the Oyster Prince Submariner (pictured right) that became the timekeeping instrument of choice for the US Navy and the Marine Nationale Française. Burlington Arcade, W1, tudorwatch.com

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Once one of Switzerland’s largest watch companies, Oris navigated its way out of the quartz crisis to reclaim a spot at the top table of watchmaking. Long-serving CEO, Ulrich W Herzog, explains how the independent brand earned itself a seat alongside the industry’s big boys Words: Richard Brown

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ris’s slogan is ‘Real Watches for Real People’. Everton Football Club is known as ‘The People’s Club’. This provides us with a pithy comparison with which to kick off this piece: Oris is the Everton FC of the watch world. It’s true. Let me explain… As we know, watches, like football, are big business. The most successful brands, like the most successful clubs, are typically those propped up by the most powerful backers. (This isn’t always the case; the two most lusted-after brands, Rolex and Patek Philippe, are both independently owned, but this doesn’t help our argument, so we’ll be discounting these and moving swiftly on). Cartier, IWC, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Montblanc, Panerai and Vacheron Constantin all belong to Richemont. Breguet, Blancpain, Omega and Longines coexist within Swatch Group. Hublot, TAG Heuer and Zenith form part of LVMH. These brands benefit from collective resource, huge spending power and large economies of scale – important in an industry where your end product is reliant on a snaking chain of suppliers and hundreds of components that typically can only be ordered in the thousands. In this big-money arena, independent Oris punches above its weight. Like Everton, Oris has secured its position within the Premier League of watchmaking through performance alone. The brand has been churning out solid watches, away from the limelight, for several seasons now. David Moyes managed Everton for 11 years. Ulrich W Herzog has helmed Oris for the past 34. The son of ex-general manager Oscar Herzog, a man who himself notched up 43 years at the company, Ulrich was already serving Oris when, in 1970, it became part of the ASUAG group, latter to transmute into Swatch Group. Unlike the arrival of the Apple Watch, the advent of the quartz wristwatch really did devastate Switzerland’s mechanical watch industry. Seiko’s Astron landed in 1969. At that time, Oris was producing around 1.2 million units a year. In the decade that

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A timepiece from Oris will almost invariably appear within the annual ‘Bestof-Baselworld’ roundups that appear across the internet in the days that follow the close of the world’s largest watch jamboree

Big Crown ProPilot followed, the company wristwatches. “The GIGN Limited slashed its staff from 900 Japanese were the first Edition, £3,050 to just a few dozen. ones to see the potential of During the 1970s, these things,” he explains. to combat what became Aware of Japan’s influence known as the ‘Quartz Crisis’, over global trends, Herzog Switzerland’s banks forced predicted that this a number of watchmakers to rediscovered appetite for unite under the holding company watches made of gears, cogs Swatch Group. Oris regained and springs would spread. It its independence in 1982, when did. Ulrich led a management buyout. “The guy you should be really He subsequently abandoned quartz proud of in this country is Paul in favour of producing solely mechanical Smith,” says Herzog. “He was the first guy timepieces. It was a punchy move. The to take our watches and sell them in his industry was being undercut and out sold shops. He had a vision. At that time, no by vastly more affordable, more accurate jeweller wanted mechanical watches, they battery-powered pieces from Japan. Few all wanted quartz watches. Paul Smith said had the balls to bet on the industry’s ‘no, I want these ones.’” reawakening. Yet Herzog believed that Fast forward three decades, to where if Japan was responsible for derailing we are now, and a timepiece from Oris will Switzerland’s traditional watch industry, almost invariably appear within the annual ultimately, it would be Japan that helped ‘Best-of-Baselworld’ roundups that appear with its revival. across the internet in the days that follow the Travelling the country during the close of the world’s largest watch jamboree. mid-’80s, Herzog felt a tangible shift in the In 2012, the attention-grabber was way people were appreciating mechanical the Artix GT Chronograph, a watch

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whose retrograde small seconds display ingeniously mirrored the rev counter of a racing car. A year later, the Aquis Depth Gauge set watch websites alight when it became the first timepiece to indicate depth by allowing water to enter its case via a small hole at 12 o’clock. “It’s really cool,” says Herzog. “It uses Boyle’s law [which states that the pressure of a given mass of an ideal gas is inversely proportional to its volume at a constant temperature] to measure depth accurately to 40m.” Still, it was only in 2014 that unassuming Oris really cemented its position alongside horology’s heavyweights. The Calibre 110 that debuted that year was the company’s first in-house movement for 35 years. While the brand was in the business of manufacturing its own calibres prior to the 1982 buyout – archives suggest Oris made around 275 variants – its modern watches had been reliant on base movements from other manufacturers. “We’d add functions like world timers or regulator alarms to movements from ETA,” says Herzog. The 110 was the first to be designed

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– if not wholly produced – by Oris itself since the company regained its independence. Spectacularly, for Oris’s 110th anniversary, the Calibre 110 delivered a previously-unheard of 10-days of power from a single mainspring barrel. (Typically, watches that offer more than a three-day power reserve will have to incorporate a

emergence of the smartwatch. Recent figures may suggest that smartwatch sales are on the slide (down 48 per cent from Q4 2015 to Q1 2016, according to Strategy Analytics; down 32 per cent year-on-year in Q2 2016, according to the International Data Corporation) but TAG Heuer, Breitling, Frédérique Constant and Alpina have all

It would be naïve to dismiss the smartwatch movement as a fad; it would be equally naïve to overplay the threat smartwatches pose to the mechanical watch industry at large second mainspring.) A patented, non-linear power reserve indicator illustrated how much power was left in greater detail the further the watch ticked towards empty. “That really was a breakthrough for us. We didn’t manufacture the calibre completely – we have the parts made for us, according to our specifications – but as a movement, it was designed completely by Oris.” Remarkably, for an inhouse, industry-beating, patent-boasting timepiece, the Calibre 110 was available for just £3,750. In 2015, Oris added a date window to the same base movement to present the equally elegant Calibre 111. This, in turn, mutated into the Calibre 112, when it was upgraded by way of a GMT function earlier this year. Both watches commanded considerable buzz during their respective Baselworld debuts. Both watches were priced, again, astonishingly, for under £4,200. You can see the emerging theme. Herzog believes that the respect Oris now enjoys among watch journalists is the direct consequence of three decades of autonomy. “Independence is a huge advantage,” he explains. “We can innovate the way we want; we can move very quickly. There’s not a big company in the shadows saying ‘you’ve got to make this and move within this price bracket.’ We don’t want to sell watches for £100,000, that’s not our way of doing business.” Independence means that when the market moves, so can Oris. The previous 18 months have seen a range of brands attempt to combat, or capitalise on, the

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invested heavily in the connected sector. As unimaginative as it has become for watch interviewers to provoke their subjects on the point of smartwatches, it seemed pertinent to do so with Herzog. Apple had just unveiled its second crack at getting us hooked on the miniaturised computers it’s invented for our wrists. At the launch, the company claimed that it has become the world’s second largest watch brand, trailing only Rolex. That’s kinda massive. “For guys like Apple, of course smartwatches make sense,” says Herzog. “But I said from the beginning, I don’t see

any future in this for Oris. There’s no longterm value with a smartwatch. Yes, I like to know how many steps I’ve done during the day – but tomorrow that function is outdated. There’s always a newer smartwatch around the corner. You have to throw away this one and buy the next one. If you look at an Oris watch, you have something that after 10 years you’ll still like to look at, you’ll love to see it on your wrist. You don’t have the same emotion with a smartwatch.” The truth, of course, is that no one really knows the extent to which the smartwatch sector will grow. Not the CEOs of watch companies; certainly not those of us who get to interview the CEOs of watch companies. It would be naïve to dismiss the smartwatch movement as a fad; it would be equally naïve to overplay the threat smartwatches pose to the mechanical watch industry at large. Thirty-five years ago, Herzog wagered that traditional timepieces would always win out in the hearts and minds of the styleconscious. So far, history has proven him right. Oris can thank its recent success on a run of solid watches delivered at sensible prices. While the brand stays committed to that formula, its winning streak looks set to continue. Up the Toffees! oris.ch

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TRUE COLOURS In tribute to its historic creativity in colour, Fabergé has replaced the traditional white diamond with emeralds, rubies and sapphires for its latest engagement ring range. Within each ring and wedding band there is an additional, concealed gemstone of matching colour – placed there to symbolise an unbroken bond between the couple. Each piece also incorporates the jewellery house’s traditional gold-fluting technique, giving them a distinctive and contemporary finish. From a selection, faberge.com

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All Creatures Great and Small The animal kingdom has once again been brought to life in the world of high jewellery in Van Cleef & Arpels’ latest collection. From elephants and giraffes to parrots and penguins, from monkeys and koalas to ladybirds and butterflies, each creature in this menagerie-inspired line has been immortalised in the form of precious clips (presented as a pair or singularly) adorned with diamonds and gemstones. The eternal faithfulness of penguins (known to mate for life) has been illustrated by the jeweller in a tender composition, featuring diamonds, black onyx and two shades of coral on the base to represent their icy setting, while the mysterious allure of the mythical phoenix has been depicted in golden mother-of-pearl and diamonds. Noah’s Ark collection, from a selection, vancleefarpels.com

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Bridal and ready-to-wear designer Jenny Packham has created an exclusive fine jewellery collection for Goldsmiths. It comprises three engagement rings – Gloria, Aurore, and Étoile – and each style arrives with matching earrings and a pendant to complete the bridal suites. The three-stone, brilliant-cut, Art Deco Gloria ring was inspired by the 1920s Hollywood starlet Gloria Swanson, while both Étoile (brilliant-cut single halo) and Aurora (oval double halo) were inspired by the stars in the night sky. The Jenny Packham Collection, from £750 to £8,300, exclusive to Goldsmiths, goldsmiths.co.uk

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The modern day trend for rose gold engagement rings has been given a timeless appeal thanks to Tiffany & Co.’s latest collection. As part of the celebrations to mark the 130th anniversary of the famous Tiffany Setting ( first introduced in 1886 by founder Charles Lewis Tiffany), the jeweller has reimagined this classic ring design – featuring six platinum prongs that elevate the central stone above the band – in contemporary 18-karat rose gold. The ring also comes with a matching rose gold and diamond pavé wedding band. Tiffany & Co., 145 Sloane Street, SW1X, tiffany.co.uk

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in the bag Model of the moment, Gigi Hadid, has taken time off her busy catwalk schedule to join Italian fashion powerhouse Max Mara for its A/W16 campaign, shot by Steven Meisel. Chosen as the face of the brand for the second time – she channelled Marilyn Monroe in the A/W15 campaign – Ms Hadid appears natural and glowing, holding the ‘it’ bag of the season; the Jbag shopper. This dark brown, crocodile-print nappa leather bag is a contemporary take on a classic style, and one that won’t fade. £875, Max Mara, maxmara.com

what’s new? we’ve raided this season’s standout products from the rails, from lingerie to office wear

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Inspired by the theatrical works of the Bloomsbury artists at the height of 1920s, Reiss’s A/W16 collection sees intricate embroidery, hand-painted prints, statement silhouettes and luxe fabrics galore. The Maddy fedora (£75) is a collaboration between Reiss and the esteemed Christys’ Hats (established in 1773) and is a timeless piece in rich army-green that will top off any outfit perfectly. These Ariana T-bar sandals in red (£150) are ideal for the festive season and scream glamour in a Gatsby-sense, and the Ancona embellished clutch bag (£125) is the party season must-have to offset any LBD flawlessly. reiss.com

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Scarf in printed silk, £170

Three-colour pocket bag, £960

Wool knit miniskirt, £410

Earrings in resin and gold metal, £110

swinging sixties Just in time for Christmas, Italian label Marni has launched a new limited-edition collection, called Blinky, exclusively for its online boutique. Inspired by German abstract art from the 1960s, its pieces feature rhythmic geometry and bold colours – without being fearfully kitsch. The range of 11 items spans from miniskirts in wool knit to silk scarves, earrings in resin and gold metal to brooches. Available online from 3 November to 7 January – we recommend you get in there quickly as we expect these charming pieces to be snapped up in the blink of an eye. marni.com

Launching in Harrods this month is British lingerie and loungewear label Gilda & Pearl’s S/S17 collection. Within this, the brand has collaborated with photography artist Harriet Clare to create a capsule collection using prints from Clare’s Blumen series. Featuring distorted shots of colour blooms, the images capture a dreamy quality of nature. The ultra-elegant collection includes a kaftan, a camisole and shorts, and looks almost too good to wear to bed. Printed on silk satin too – the pieces feel delightful on the skin. Speaking of the collaboration, Diane Houston, founder of Gilda & Pearl, says: “I was so struck by the feminine and ethereal nature of Harriet Clare’s work and immediately thought it could form the basis for a stunning collection if printed on silk.” Available in Harrods, gildapearl.co.uk

Gina kimono in almond gold, £570

Inspired by German abstract art from the 1960s, Marni’s pieces feature rhythmic geometry

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Eccentric and exub erant as e ver, Paula Cademartori’s A/W16 collection includes th e Monkey lin e, inspired by th e Chin ese Z odiac year of th e monkey, featuring bags and shoes. Th e range mixes kaleidoscopic prints with styli sed h earts and tap estr y-ef fect stitching, and of course features a monkey patchw ork figure. Th e Petit e Faye handbag ( b elow) i s a leath er shoulder bag craft ed in natural calfskin , featuring a f lap top with magn etic snap closure, a single top handle and detachable shoulder strap. Cademartori hon ed h er skill s at Versace b efore launching h er eponymous accessories lab el in 2010 and has since becom e known for h er f lamboyant style and signature silver buckles. Thi s i s th e ultimat e stat em ent piece – but al so ultimat ely functional too. £1,453, Paula C ademartori , farfetch .com

Harriet Clare shorts, £150

Harriet Clare camisole, £270

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COME RAIN OR SHINE PARTY SEASON IS HERE AND EVERYONE KNOWS THAT MEANS SEQUINS – THE A/W16 CATWALKS were full of MODELS SHIMMERING DOWN THE RUNWAY

Eye-catching, glistening sequins were the name of the game on the A/W16 catwalks, with ever yone from Balenciaga to Burberr y giving their take on the shimmer season . Of course, now ’s the time when it’s perfectly reasonable to start wearing sequins, even as part of ever yday wear, but how will you pay homage to the trend? How about a simple sequined clutch bag to accompany a pared back outfit, or will you go all out with a full-length sequin-embellished trench coat? However you wear it, wear it with confidence and you’ ll be sure to dazzle the crowds.

top row, l-r: Blumarine A/W16; Dior A/W16; Rochas A/W16 BOTTOM ROW, L-R: Burberry A/W16; Giamba A/W16; Balenciaga A/W16

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UNDER THE SKIN As the winter sets in, our skin needs that extra ounce of care. look after your visage with these innovate products and treatments

bask in a mask This may look like something more at home on the set of Friday the 13th or Freddy vs. Jason, but the CellECTIVE CellCollagen Face and Neck Cellular Collagen Mask set (which includes four masks) by Swiss skincare brand Cellcosmet aims to work wonders on rejuvenating the skin in order to turn back the clocks on ageing. Originally a big beauty craze in South Korea, the masks are simple to use. Used in synergy with a vial of ElastoCollagen Ultra Intensive-XT, of which half is put on the face before the mask is applied and the other half after, the one-sheet mask is applied for 15 minutes. It’s a great solution for those leading busy lives and the results are said to include plumper, smoother and more hydrated skin, with the appearance of lines reduced and facial contours redefined. £350 for four masks, swisscell.co.uk

EYE-TO-EYE What difference could 10 minutes really make to your skin care regime? A lot, apparently. Murad, which sells topical cosmetic products, has just launched its newest solution for tired eyes – the Eye Lift Firming Treatment. Designed to deliver youngerlooking eyes, the serum is applied under the eyes before placing cotton pads (included) to keep the product in place for 10 minutes. With a unique firming technology, we can say that even after one use, its effects are noticeable – lines are visibly reduced. £ 45, murad .co.uk

cream of the crop From lack of sleep to stress, weather to biological changes, our skin goes through the works and it’s a big telltale sign of our age; sometimes, it needs a wake-up call. The latest buzz comes in the form of Elemis’s new BIOTEC Skin Energising day creams, one for combination skin and another for sensitive skin. A dual chamber cream, the cream for sensitive skin is enriched in potassium PCA and cupuaçu butter which helps calm the appearance of sensitive and distressed skin, including irritation and redness. The combination skin cream uses astralagus, magnesium PCA and cold pressed desert date oil. These assist in normalising sebum production and moisturising the skin without blocking pores. You’ll be looking your best in no time. £75, elemis.com

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TREAT YOURSELF

With three new treatment spaces popping up in London’s favourite department stores, who says therapy has to stop at retail?

SKIN LAUNDRY AT LIBERTY Here you can enjoy laser and light therapy facials which aim to leave you with a soft, smooth and glowing finish after cleaning the skin to remove bacteria and vaporise dirt. It’s said to also help reduce scarring, acne and fine lines in the long term. libertylondon.com

COWSHED AT SELFRIDGES Eccentric spa brand Cowshed has just opened on one of London’s busiest roads – Oxford Street. It provides the perfect sanctuary from the bumbling crowds outside and the shopping troops inside Selfridges. With five mani/pedi chairs and three treatment rooms, put your feet up after some spending. Also, it’s offering express LED light therapy facials. selfridges.com

THE BEAUTY LOUNGE AT HARVEY NICHOLS Following a 10-month refurbishment, Knightsbridge’s Harvey Nichols now houses a new beauty lounge – an allencompassing space offering services such as a beauty concierge to help you find the right products, Hershesons Blow Dry Bar and The Light Salon, offering express and non-invasive skincare rejuvenation. harveynichols.com

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Blue and rust double-breasted shirt jacket, £575, Richard James, richardjames.co.uk; Slim-fit travel-line trousers, £199, Boss, hugoboss.co.uk; Adventurer/ poet fedora hat in sable, £119, Christys’ Hats, christys-hats.com; Twin-strap leather boots, £775, Prismatic brass compass with leather case, £1,875, Purdey, purdey.com; White vest, stylist’s own; Braces, £65, Oliver Brown, oliverbrown.org.uk

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into the wild “Wilderness is not a luxury, but a necessity of the human spirit.” Edward Abbey - American author and environmentalist PHOTOGRAPHER: Alexander Beer STYLIST: Rebecca Cass

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THIS PAGE: Jacquard burgundy cardigan, £525, Dunhill, dunhill.com; Cotton shirt, £115, Daks, daks.com; Trousers, £175, Oliver Brown, as before; Grain leather folio, £295, Purdey, as before; T-shirt and vintage leather boots, stylist’s own

RIGHT: Bold dogtooth coat, £695, Chester Barrie Black Label, chesterbarrie.co.uk; Adventurer/poet fedora hat in navy, £119, Christys’ Hats, as before

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Brown wool overcoat, £720, Paul Smith, paulsmith.co.uk; Backpack with blanket, £1,495, Purdey, as before; Knit cardigan, £325, Daks, as before; Slim-fit trousers, £225, Boss, as before; Maronibrater brown leather boots with suede top, £598, Ludwig Reiter, ludwig-reiter.com

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Charcoal shearling carcoat, £2,650, Dunhill, as before; Dockers rollneck, £545, Richard James, as before; Speedmaster backpack in asphalt, £795, Belstaff, belstaff.co.uk; Fur felt traveller’s hat, £225, Purdey, as before

THIS PAGE: Penn Henley long-sleeve T-shirt, £150, Maybank jogging bottoms, £750, Morrell gloves, £175, Signature check/ nylon reversible blanket, Belstaff, as before; Wool coat in grey, £450, Khaki coat, £335, The Kooples, thekooples.co.uk; Husarenstiefel dark brown leather boots, £998, Ludwig Reiter, as before; Natural ash crosshead walking stick, £36.99, Farlows, farlows.co.uk RIGHT: Wool anniversary house check doublebreasted coat, £645, Daks, as before; Curve watch, £649, Bulova, bulova.com; Chunky lambswool sweater, £275, Bushcraft Damascus knife, £935, Purdey, as before; Slim-fit trousers, £225, Boss, as before; Maronibrater brown leather boots with suede top, £598, Ludwig Reiter, as before

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| style | Mixed brown and white wool coat, £2,710, brown leather boots, £690, Brunello Cucinelli, brunellocucinelli.com; Four-ply cashmere shawl collar cardigan in astrakan, £580, Penmayne of London willow fedora hat, £349, William & Son, williamandson.com; Cream T-shirt, stylist’s own; Tan leather belt, £55, Oliver Brown, as before; Trousers, £595, Thom Sweeney, thomsweeney.co.uk; Merino socks, £45, Purdey, as before LOCATION: Peak District Model: Greg Kheel @ Storm Grooming: Ruth Frances using BECCA Cosmetics Photographer’s assistant: Ben Duah Stylist’s assistant: Sophie Whitmore

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THE shirt A crisp white shirt beats any other. Choose a grandad or band collar for a change from the usual. It still looks formal, without the need for a tie. Band collar shirt, £115, PS by Paul Smith, paulsmith.co.uk

THE JUMPER O n e o f t h e g re a t j o y s o f winter is the chance to put o n a j u m p e r, e i t h e r t o f e e l w a r m a n d t o a sty o r t o h i d e t h e ra p i d ly developing winter fat. Cotton and cashm ere blend sweat er, £250, Burberr y, mrport er.com

THE trousers A mild autumn rules out wool trousers. This is no longer the case now that temperatures have fallen. If you don’t already have a pair to bring out of summer retirement, head over to Hardy Amies. Blue wool melange trousers, £150, Hardy Amies, hardyamies.com

2 The Checklist THE SHOES

A smart pair of brogues is always a good investment. Tricker’s has been making them in the same factory for more than a century, so it knows what it’s doing. Belgrave town shoe, £345, Tricker’s, trickers.com

iF THERE’S ONE GOOD THING ABOUT THE COLDER WEATHER, IT’S THE CHANCE TO REDISCOVER YOUR Winter WARDROBE, AND MAKE SOME new sartorial investments while you’re there

THE NOTEPAD You n ever know w h en th e n ext light-bulb mom ent might hit, so it ’s a good idea to keep a not epad on y our p erson for w h en it does. Turn to leath er to capture y our brainiac idea in suitably sophi sticat ed style. Pocket m emo pad , £50, A spinal of London , aspinalof london .com

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informal shoes Don’t forgo smart when opting for comfortable on the commute home. These low tops look good with an informal outfit, and add a contemporary edge to a suit. Portman low top trainers, £450, Jimmy Choo, jimmychoo.com

The briefcase may have gone the way of the bowler hat, but you can still keep the latest issue of The City Magazine close, thanks to this slimline case from Troubadour. It is made from Italian calf leather and comes with a lifetime guarantee. Portfolio case, £490, Troubadour, troubadourgoods.com

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Everybody needs a mac. Wear it over a jumper for protection from the wind while retaining flexibility, or put it over a suit for a smart, lightweight overcoat. The City Magazine has discovered that this example from M&S does the job in any situation. Tailored fit bonded mac coat with Stormwear, £119, Marks & Spencer, marksandspencer.com

L APEL PIN Wint er usually sp ell s th e death of bright colours for a few months, but a wellplaced bit of bling always h elps. A gold or silver lapel pin fits well with th e season . Th ese are based on th e militar y symbol s for land , air and sea . L apel pins, from £85, Alice Made This, alicemadethis.com

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SOCKS

Mummy knows best; defend yourself against a cold by putting on a thick pair of socks. Try to match them with something you’re wearing, and keep the colour slightly more sober – no tropical patterns. Ribbed stretch socks, £10, Polo Ralph Lauren, mrporter.com

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extra padding for that in-between weather time of year, turn to padded jackets and gilets

O n e o f t h e b e st m u l t i p u r p o s e i t e m s o u t t h e re , a g o o d p a d d e d j a c k e t o r g i l e t w o rk s a s well around Loch Lomond as it does on Je r my n S t re e t . T h i s o n e , t h e No l a n f r o m O rl e b a r B r o w n , c a n b e stu f f e d i n t o y o u r b a g w i t h m i n i m a l f u s s f o r t h e tu b e j o u r n e y. T h e p o ly e st e r p a d d i n g b r i n g s t h e w a r m t h , a n d t h e f a b r i c i s d e s i g n e d t o st o p t e a r s sp re a d i n g w h e n y o u c a t c h i t o n a b ra n c h o r l o w - f ly i n g u m b re l l a . Nolan quilt ed jacket, £245, O rlebar Brown , orlebarbrown .co.uk

Padded possibilities:

Padded gilet, £318, Belstaff, farfetch.com

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Wool-nylon shirt hybrid blouson, £610, Z Zegna, zegna.co.uk

Reversible wool gilet, £1,095, Thom Sweeney, thomsweeney.co.uk

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Back the beard It seems reports of the death of the beard were premature. As the cold rolls in, there’s nothing better than a bit of face fuzz to keep you warm: just make sure you look after it

4 1. Th e Miller ’s b eard shampoo bar, £9.95, The Brighton B eard Company, thebrightonbeardcompany.co.uk 2. Bayolea moustach e wax, £7, Penhaligon’s, mrport er.com 3. Beard wash , £16.99, Percy Nobleman , percynobleman .com 4. Mr Burberr y b ear oil , £38/30ml , Burberr y, harrods.com 5. Beard comb, £29, Tom Ford , selfridges.com 6. Beard eli xir, £19/25ml , R ecipe For Men , selfridges.com 7. Alpha FI T facial brush , £170, Clarisonic, harrods.com

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For everything you need to know about keeping your beard in tiptop condition, see This Bearded Life by Carles Suñé. It’s full of anecdotes and secrets to keeping your beard looking at its best through every season of the year. quartoknows.com

“Growing a beard is a habit most natural, Scriptural, manly and beneficial” - Charles Spurgeon, 19th century Baptist preacher

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style steals Does your winter wardrobe need an update? Take inspiration from the Canary Wharf Winter Fashion Event in November and treat yourself to a new look

he Canary Wharf Winter Fashion event returns from Friday 25 until Sunday 27 November with up to 30% off at a number of leading fashion and accessories brands. Fashion shows will take place in Canada Place and Jubilee Place, along with pop-up boutiques and entertainment. It’s the perfect opportunity to start your Christmas shopping and to find your festive party outfits!

Luli Metallic V-Back Jumper £110, Reiss, Cabot Place and Jubilee Place

Vega Studs, £77, Carat, Cabot Place

Lena Bronze Mirror pumps £199, Pretty Ballerinas, Jubilee Place

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Rich hues and shimmering fabrics are in this season, so plan your outfit from the office to the Christmas party with our top picks from the boutiques in Canary Wharf. The Mini Trunk Clutch, Monochrome Mix £425.00, Aspinal of London, Cabot Place

Fiji Chain Bracelet £195, Monica Vinader, Jubilee Place

Shirt dress with lavallière neckline £230, The Kooples, Canada Place

Louie open-top tote £195, Reiss, Cabot Place and Jubilee Place

Regina platform boots £285, Michael Kors, Jubilee Place

Bronte glasses £98, Bailey Nelson, Jubilee Place

Belt with jewel details £145, The Kooples, Canada Place

Libra Metallic Printed Midi Skirt £59.50, Oliver Bonas, Jubilee Place

Bradshaw silver-toned smartwatch £379, Michael Kors, Jubilee Place

Ribbed silk tie £75, the Kooples, Canada Place

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Straight coat with high collar & leather lapels £465, The Kooples, Canada Place

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Step away from the traditional three-piece suit and embrace the world of smart-casual this winter – perfect for a post-work drink or three. Browse the Canary Wharf boutiques for inspiration.

Diamond G Sateen Fitted Shirt £95, Gant, Canada Place

Ray-Ban Clubround £134, David Clulow, Cabot & Jubilee Place

Plain-coloured regular-fit chinos in stretch cotton: ‘Crigan3-D’ £119, Boss, Cabot Place

Abbot bag £295, Orelabar Brown, Jubilee Place Gant, Canada Place

Dexter knitted silk bow tie £50, Reiss, Jubilee Place

winter fashion event Friday 25 – Sunday 27 November

Lowndes Dark Brown Pebbel Grain shoes £410, Crockett & Jones, Cabot Place

Friday 9am – 8pm Saturday 10am – 7pm Sunday 12noon – 6pm Throughout Canary Wharf Shopping Malls

FREE

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HOLD With the holiday season fast approaching, get your brain in Christmas shopping mode with these luxurious gift ideas for him and her

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The best thing about a whisky connoisseur is that they’re always the easiest member of the family to buy for when it comes to choosing a gift. The only decision to be made, then, is between two of The Macallan’s single malts. The Macallan Gold Limited Edition Gift Tin brings to life the natural beauty and quality of the oak used to make the casks with beautiful photography, making it a decorative and eye-catching keepsake for whisky enthusiasts. But if you’re looking to go the extra mile, choose The Macallan Rare Cask, which sees soft notes of opulent vanilla and raisin pique the nose, giving way to a sweet ensemble of apple, lemon, and orange. A single malt produced through meticulous dedication to wood – with some of the casks used to age the whisky from sherry bodegas no longer in existence – it is the perfect gift for those who are fans of craftsmanship and quality. As Mark Twain once said: “Too much of anything is bad, but too much good whisky is barely enough.” The Macallan Gold Limited Edition Gift Tin, £38; The Macallan Rare Cask, £200, themacallan.com

Roasting chestnuts. Spiced gingerbread. Mulled wine. Nothing has the ability to evoke an emotion quite like our sense of smell. And while the heady aromas of Christmas are just the ticket around December, everyone needs a scent to see them through the rest of the year, too. Step forward the new luxury gift sets from Rituals, with their unique blend of home and body products; a great gift idea for almost anyone. Available in small, medium, large and extra large, choose between The Ritual of Dao, The Ritual of Sakura, The Ritual of Laughing Buddha and The Ritual of Ayurveda for a special lady in your life, and either The Ritual of Samurai or The Ritual of Hammam for a man who prides himself on looking sharp. Bursting with shower foams and scrubs, body creams, muds and oils, the extra large gift sets contain a unique combination of home and body products. What’s more, the new environmentally-friendly packaging can be reused as a keepsake box for your jewels or mementos. Rituals new Christmas Gift Sets, small, £19.50; medium, £29.50; large, £39.50; extra large, £65, uk.rituals.com

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Raise a glass

Rituals and relaxation

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Huntress and Grace Co-Founders Sophie and Grace Devlin

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Grace and Favours Want to buy the ultimate gift for a loved one this Christmas but don’t know where to begin? Huntress & Grace is at your disposal. The product of a love story, the company was founded by siblings Sophie and Grace, who were approached by a good friend on the hunt for a unique wedding gift for his fiancé. All he had to go on was her passion for shoes, but he didn’t know the difference between Louboutin and Ladurée. Using their expert knowledge of the luxury landscape, the sisters set about creating the ultimate gift for his wife-to-be. The pair tracked down limited edition footwear collections that were unavailable on the open market and created a bespoke Sex and the City-inspired walk-in shoe closet to house them in. Needless to say, the lucky bride-to-be was completely blown away, and Huntress & Grace was formed. This is just a small example of the lengths that the duo will go to to deliver the ultimate unforgettable and truly unique present for its clients. Every gift is distinctly personal, originating from a one-on-one creative meeting where the duo look to understand the client’s true passions and interests. Consider Huntress & Grace your very own personal Santa Clause. huntressandgrace.com

Perfect scents

For a foolproof Christmas gift, the perfect scent always makes perfect sense. An encounter between two symbols of excellence – Maison Baccarat and Maison Francis Kurkdjian – Baccarat Rouge 540 fuses the ethereal facets of jasmine and the radiance of saffron, carrying with it ambergris mineral notes and woody tones of freshly cut cedar. Or for a more floral choice, Luxury by Mizensir – the fragrance house founded by Alberto Morillas, one of the world’s most renowned perfumers – magnifies the natural scent of the skin with a splash of orange tree flower and a touch of iris, combined with notes of benzoin, vanilla and tonka bean. For that special man in your life, choose Creed’s Aventus, a heroic fragrance that is for the bold, spirited and confident: top note blackcurrant blends with bergamot from Italy, while apple and pineapple mingle with the middle notes of birch and jasmine, and base hints of oakmoss and vanilla. As the bottle motif suggests, Aventus’s roots are very classic, yet the fragrance is contemporary, forceful and roaring with energy. Creed available from Creed Boutique, 99 Mount Street, W1K, creedfragrances.co.uk; Maison Francis Kurdjian and Mizensir available from Black Hall Perfumery at Harrods, harrods.com

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left: Luxury from Mizensir, £165 Centre: Baccarat Rouge 540 Maison Francis Kurkdjian iconic bottle, natural spray, 70ml, £195. Also available in a limited and numbered Baccarat crystal edition, 100ml, £3,000; right: Aventus for him, from £99-£490

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An oud to tradition There are few perfumes with a history so ingrained in a region’s culture as oud. Famed for its talismanic heritage, Arabian Oud sources its elixir from the most expensive scented wood known to man. The Agarwood tree, from which the wood originates, is indigenous to only a few remote regions in India, Malaysia, Cambodia, Indonesia and Brunei, and the trees are left to mature for hundreds of years before the perfume is extracted. If you’re looking for a truly precious gift to give, the House’s Kashmir scent is an ideal choice for men, with its fruity top notes of Japanese yuzu, blackcurrant and plum; heart notes of oud, rose and jasmine; and earthy base notes of white musk, Kashmir oud and vanilla. Meanwhile, women will adore Madawi with its combination of Eastern and Western aromas. Expect softer top notes of peach and apple blossom, but the signature base notes of wild rose, musk and patchouli. If you’re left wanting more, then head online, or to the European flagship store on Oxford Street. Set over two floors, the lower floor is reserved for VIP customers by appointment only. Kashmir, £175; Madawi, £160, 435-437 Oxford Street, W1C, arabianoud.co.uk

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What to buy for the tech fan who has everything? Swiss start-up SIRIN LABS has just the answer with its first product, SOLARIN. Launched this May, the smartphone already boasts an A-list clientele and is the result of more than two years of intensive research and development. SOLARIN is pioneering in both appearance and function, offering superior features such as an industry-leading camera, a screen of unbeatable clarity, the richest sound system, unrivalled global connectivity and WiGig (the WiFi of the future), all of which are safeguarded by stateof-the-art cyber-threat protection. This is further enhanced by the military-standard 256-bit AES (aka super strong security software), which ensures that your private information stays, well, private. The result is the best of both worlds: a top of the range handset with an unrivalled level of privacy that can’t be found outside of the agency world. As well as online, SOLARIN can be bought from its Bruton Place boutique and Harrods’ Technology department. The specialist teams based in each store offer clear consultation, full joining assistance and will provide on-going support to the lucky receiver. It certainly beats another pair of novelty socks. From £9,500 + VAT, 34 Bruton Place, W1J, 020 7495 8572, sirinlabs.com

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Hidden gem An exceptionally rare jewellery experience awaits you in the heart of Mayfair’s Royal Arcade, where international award-winning jeweller Calleija has opened his brand new multi-level boutique. One of the world’s leading jewellers, Calleija is renowned for meticulous attention to detail, skilled craftsmanship, carefully curated coloured gems and spectacular diamonds. Most notable are the Australian Argyle pink, brilliant white and striking yellow diamonds and, of course, the brand’s signature stone, the Glacier®. Dedicated to creating personalised bespoke gifts of the highest quality, Calleija encourages one’s personal style to be expressed through the exquisite wonders of each jewel. Each design is bespoke from start to finish and is both drawn and crafted by hand, a process that is mastered by Calleija’s dedicated team of artisans, who will assist you in creating the perfect gift. As one of the most well-renowned Australian jewellers in the world and with more than 35 years’ experience in the industry, the brand’s founder John Celleija is notorious for his relentless quest to create spectacular masterpieces from the finest diamonds and gemstones, making Celleija the go-to boutique for jewellery that will no doubt be passed down through generations. Remember: diamonds are forever, not just for Christmas. 28 Old Bond Street, No. 7 The Royal Arcade, W1S, calleija.com

left: ‘The Audrey’ Ring, 6.53ct diamond, Rose Gold and Platinum bands, encrusted with rare Pink and White Diamonds Right: ‘Mini Bellarina’ Necklet, White Diamonds and Rose Gold

One man’s treasure While you won’t find anything that resembles ‘trash’ on the super stylish pre-owned luxury clothing portal Vestiaire Collective, you may just find some treasure. Featuring only the most coveted brands – from Chanel, Louis Vuitton and Céline to Burberry, Hermès and Gucci – the site, which can be accessed online or through the easy-to-use app, attracts a community of more than five million fashion lovers who buy and sell. If you weren’t hot off the mark the first season around, or if it’s vintage you’re after, you’ll find more than 400,000 pre-loved items for sale: from accessories to clothes and interior finds, all of which have been vetted for authenticity and style by the in-house quality control team. If your mantra is ‘out with the old and in with the new’, then why not try the highly efficient concierge service, which provides a complete end-to-end selling facility to the London area. It’s a one-stop treasure trove of gifting ideas. vestiairecollective.com

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If your walls are begging for a standout vintage find, then nothing says New York loft quite like an Art Deco poster. Pullman Editions designs striking original limited-edition posters, and its latest pieces feature glamorous travel destinations from around the world, winter sports in the European Alps, and the greatest historic automobiles. With the finest vintage posters reaching as much as £30,000 (on the rare occasions they become available), Pullman Editions produces new artworks to provide a modern alternative to the costly period originals. Hand-painted by leading poster artists, each with their own unique signature style, its editions combine originality with the quintessential heritage and dramatic imagery of vintage posters. Available in strictly limited editions of 280, they are printed using traditional techniques on 100 per cent cotton fine art paper, and are signed, hand-numbered and bear Pullman Editions’ embossed stamp of authenticity. An ideal gift for a house-proud friend or loved one, choose a monochrome frame against a feature wall for that magazine-perfect look. £395 each (unframed), 94 Pimlico Road, SW1W, 020 7730 0547, pullmaneditions.com

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As Loïc would have it We’re huge fans of British lifestyle brand Lilou et Loïc, which offers a range of luxury scented home fragrance, bath and body products. Decadent oversized bath foam decanters in handmade glass are filled with luxurious scented bath foam for the perfect present. Refillable, they will be the centrepiece of any bathroom. Or gift the Luxury Body Butter, which nourishes and hydrates the skin. Presented in a beautiful handmade glass jar, it can be refilled or reused throughout the home. Other gift options include scented candles, stylish room diffusers, or oversized Emperor candles. The fragrance library has been developed to offer an extensive range of scents that appeal to both sexes, such as Ginger & Saffron for some festive ambience or Black Amber & Saffron for Middle Eastern opulence. Candles make the ideal treat for party hosts or a special teacher at school. To top it off, everything is stylishly packaged in its signature grey and white striped cylinder gift boxes, to eliminate any Christmas shopping stress. All products are developed and manufactured in the UK and are paraben free. From £30, lilouetloic.com

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Perfect skin – the perfect gift The Laser Treatment Clinic, located on London’s renowned Harley Street, has been helping both women and men achieve their beauty and grooming goals since 2000, and the clinic has been effectively treating all types of unwanted skin lesions for the past 17 years. It offers advanced skin rejuvenation treatments for acne, scars, stretch marks, pigmentation, unwanted tattoos, sun damage, thread veins, rosacea and black skincare concerns. The Laser Treatment Clinic uses its own brand of highly natural and highly effective advanced Marine Skin Care products, in synergy with cutting-edge laser treatments to achieve amazing results. It’s never too late to start looking after your skin, and this is one of the best places to start. Take advantage of the Christmas offers by booking a free consultation with a skin specialist or simply purchase a laser treatment or skincare product gift voucher, for someone special. Christmas special offer: up to 50 per cent off laser skincare treatments ( for a limited time period) The Laser Treatment Clinic, 1 Harley Street, W1G, 020 7307 8712, thelasertreatmentclinic.com

A sweet deal For that one person who is impossible to buy for, we suggest a trip to chocolate aficionado Leonidas for something simply irresistible. Having celebrated its centenary three years ago by receiving a Royal Warrant from His Majesty King Philippe of Belgium, even the fussiest of foodies will delight in the Snow Queen chocolate box with its four delicious Christmas tree treats. The milk chocolate is filled with oozing dulce de leche, a caramelised milk cream; the white with speculoos, a spiced Belgian biscuit; the dark with a mandarin ganache and the dark Christmas tree with Indian black Assam tea, mixed with fruits and spices. With a story that began in 1910, when Leonidas Kestekides represented Greece at the Brussels World Exhibition, winning the bronze medal for his artisanal confectionery, and then gold at The International Exhibition in Ghent, these prize-winning luxuries are as highly revered today as they were when first created. Crafted using the finest fresh ingredients – real Belgian chocolate, vanilla from Madagascar, oranges from Valencia and almonds from California – each is blended by a maître chocolatier with more than 100 years of Leonidas family knowhow under its (elasticated) belt. leonidas.com

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from left: Patek Philippe ladies’ mechanical self-winding Annual Calendar with moonphase in white gold (Ref 4948G) and in rose gold (Ref 4948R), both £51,030

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Left: Fortnum & Mason Classic Christmas hamper, £165

After more than 300 years making Christmas merrier, Fortnum & Mason has merry-making down to a fine art. Nobody does the festive season quite like Fortnum’s. The famous shopfront window displays are always a treat, but it’s inside where the real magic happens. For friends near and far, hampers are packed from bottom-to-brim with yuletide delights. In the extraordinary Food Halls, there’s food and drink enough to cover every inch of your festive feast. And in The Christmas Shop there are beautiful decorations, show-stopping crackers, personalised stockings for people and pets, and advent calendars – including one filled with tea. The man in red himself even stops in every year to read a Christmas story and take lastminute present requests. With gift personalisation and worldwide delivery in-store and online – and with a selection of travel-ready gifts at their St. Pancras and Heathrow Terminal 5 stores too – Fortnum’s has Christmas all wrapped up like pigs in blankets. All you need to do is make your list and check it twice. 181 Piccadilly, W1A, fortnumandmason.com

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The Christmas countdown has begun and those looking for a gift that will stand the test of time should look no further than Patek Phillipe. The brand’s Annual Calendar offers a fusion of tradition and innovation that has proved popular with watch connoisseurs and enthusiasts ever since it was patented in 1996. Created with the idea that the calendar only needs to be adjusted once a year on 1 March (to accommodate the variable duration of February), this technical timepiece automatically displays the month, the day of the week and the correct number of days for each month, but must be manually adjusted when it comes to a leap year. This year marks the Annual Calendar’s 20th anniversary, so there’s no better time to purchase this watch. There are a number of styles and designs to choose from, including the Ref. 4948G that features a minimalist charcoal grey dial and Breguet-style numerals. For those with a penchant for sparkle, Patek Phillipe has combined technical mechanism with refined beauty to produce the rounded Ref. 4947, which stands out thanks to its wave-shaped band and graduated Top Wesselton diamonds. The Haute Joaillerie Model, Ref. 4948, is another that will appeal to magpies, with no fewer than 388 diamonds set in its case and a striking mother-of-pearl dial. From £36,220, patek.com

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY Courchevel the st tropez of the french alps turns 70 this season It’s Courchevel’s 70th birthday, and while a lot has changed, the luxury approach of the resort in Les Trois Vallées remains a constant. The highest of the four Courchevel villages, Courchevel 1850 boasts seven Michelin-starred restaurants, including five with a double star, 16 five-star hotels, and three prestigious six-star ‘Palaces’ – a French award given to the very best hotels amongst the traditional five-star venues. New this year are ski tours in the early morning and at night, as well as a WiFi point at almost 7,400 ft. There’s also a special exhibition showcasing some of the best images of the resort over its 70 year history. courchevel.com

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4x4 wars The Sports Utility Vehicle market is currently the fastest growing sector of the car industry, outselling all others in 2015. Over the last 18 months, a raft of luxury marques have moved into the space, manufacturing their own souped-up SUVs in an attempt to capitalise on the desire for a car thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s as comfortable and capable on the road as it is off the tarmac. Bentley, Jaguar and Maserati have all brought out SUVs, with models from Alfa Romeo, Rolls-Royce and Lamborghini set to arrive soon. So, who comes out on top in the battle of the 4X4s?

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Bentley Bentayga Bentley’s first four-wheel drive is designed for well-heeled adventurous types – The City Magazine takes one for a picnic in the Cotswolds… Words: Jeremy Taylor

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ike the arrival of a British summer, Bentley’s first SUV is something to be celebrated. The styling is as tasteful as a wasp on a sandwich but make no mistake – the new Bentayga has a serious sting in its tail. Ignore the £160,200 starting price, the outrageous list of options and the prestige of the Bentley badge. The Bentayga is a sell-out for the next 12 months, at least, primarily because it’s an SUV that thinks it’s a sports car. While Land Rover and Mercedes have been building top end sports utility vehicles for decades, nothing else on the market can match this 600bhp, 12-cylinder 4x4 for a rapid turn of speed. Despite tipping the scales at 2.5 tons, the twin turbocharged, 6.0-litre engine will power occupants to 60mph in just 4.1 seconds. That’s faster than a Porsche 911

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and equal to the Aston Martin Vanquish Volante – and you can fit a dog in the boot. Bentley sold 11,000 cars in 2015 but the Bentayga will boost that number much higher at the 70-year-old Crewe factory. Global demand means the initial production run of 3,500 vehicles has already been revised to 5,500. Forget that sports utility vehicles were originally designed to be unsexy family taxis. Ever since SUVs became the fastest growing sector of the car market, manufacturers have been burning the midnight oil in the rush to launch a rash of new models. Maserati, Lamborghini, Aston Martin and even Rolls-Royce are in the queue but Bentley has stolen a march on all of them with the Bentayga. Named after a mountain in the Canary Islands, Bentayga is offered with a list of mouth-watering SUV options for the well-heeled that could easily treble the price. There are bespoke packages for fishermen, dog lovers and shooting enthusiasts – or what about a Breitling Tourbillon dashboard clock? Crafted from solid gold and mother-of-pearl, it adds £110,000 to the bill. I’ve joined Bentley for a tour of the Cotswolds to celebrate another one of its

‘must-have’ extras. The Linley Hamper Set was designed by the Queen’s nephew, Viscount Linley, and features handcrafted compartments that slot neatly into the Bentayga boot. The set includes bone china, a cooling compartment for Champagne, plus a cashmere picnic rug. Even the bottle stoppers are monogrammed with the ‘Flying B’ Bentley logo, while the Champagne flute bases are shaped like a Bentley five-spoke wheel. Altogether it will set you back £21,000 – around the same price as a new Mazda MX-5, the sporty Mini JCW, or a brace of Ford Fiestas. My first stop is the suitably upmarket Daylesford farm shop, near Kingham, run by Lady Bamford. I suspect the Bentley’s ‘in-yer-face’ styling won’t appeal much to the conservative folk of the Cotswolds – that oversized, cheese-grater grille is more ostentatious than a rap star’s wardrobe. However, Bentley has organised a slapup picnic in the car park. Unfortunately, it can’t control the British weather. Before long I’m back in the massaging driver’s seat, switching the engine management system to ‘sport’. The options list may be eye-wateringly pricey but it rather distracts from the fact

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choosing the right option. Ponder over Sand Dunes, Mud & Trail, Snow & Grass or Dirt & Gravel. I doubt many Bentayga drivers will venture further off-road than the pavement outside Harrods, or a weekend point-topoint. But they won’t feel any discomfort until the fuel pump – average consumption is at best 21.6mpg. More frugal diesel and hybrid versions are on the cards. Inside the cabin it’s a design masterclass. The Bentley not only looks luxurious, it smells luxurious too. An eight-inch digital screen dominates the dashboard, while quilted leather seats offer 22-way adjustment and a cooling function. The gearbox can be left in full automatic mode, or operated from flappy paddles that turn with the steering wheel. In the rear, Price: from £160,200 choose from a three-seat Engine: 4-litre twin turbo with E bench or two-seat pair Supercharger direct injection V8 Power: 435 PS / 429 bhp / 320 kW identical to those up front. @ 3750-5000 rpm Unfortunately, like most 0-60mph: 4.1 seconds (W12 petrol) SUVs, the Bentayga won’t Top Speed: 168 mph win any beauty contests. length / height: 5,140mm /1,742mm that the Bentley is The shape results from an Luggage compartment: a very good driver’s unfortunate marriage of a 430 litres car. It’s supremely traditional Bentley front end comfortable and can serve with the rump of an Audi Q7. up more than enough grunt It’s brash styling that will to overtake the caravans meandering polarise people more than Brexit – and along a country A-road. driving a Bentley can already stir some Being high off the ground and heavy, resentment on the street. The Range Rover Bentayga handling won’t thrill you like is much easier on the eye and remains the a supercar but it is effortlessly quick. benchmark SUV for connoisseurs. The mammoth engine and traction But there’s no doubt Bentayga is the systems even perform admirably away first of a number of luxury SUVs that will from Tarmac, on a rutted track through threaten the long-established position Cornbury Park. Land Rover has held for years. And it won’t The Bentley has eight chassis settings be long before they even start appearing in – four on-road and four all-terrain. In the Cotswolds too... bentleymotors.com the dirt, the only difficult decision is

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Jaguar F-Pace Designer Ian Callum once swore Jaguar would never make an SUV. Times change. Words: Matthew Carter

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with an estate car’s practicality. It will be the most sporting SUV in its class.” Thus, possibly, the F-Pace was born. While that might have been a fictional planning meeting, there’s no doubting that Jaguar desperately needed an SUV in its line-up, even though its design chief Ian Callum once dismissed the notion completely. Today, everyone else really does have an SUV or two in their product ranges and while it is possible that some potential Land Rover sales might be lost to the new Jaguar, at least they are being kept in-house. Better that than lose sales elsewhere. And the F-Pace is different. Despite having all that 4x4 know-how available, Jaguar has chosen to base the F-Pace on its own XE and XF saloons rather than on a Land Rover. That means it has lightweight, largely aluminium, architecture, which gives it the agility and dynamism Jaguar craves. That is reflected in its styling. While it is clearly an SUV, with a higher than normal on-road stance, it is lower, sleeker and more sporting than many of its rivals. Jaguar designers might have compromised a little on interior space to get the result they wanted (while the boot is a good size, the rear passenger compartment is a squeeze for three), but there’s no denying the end result has been worth it. At the moment there are three engine choices on offer, a pair of 3.0-litre V6 engines – one petrol and one diesel – and a 180hp 2.0-litre turbo diesel. Both V6s are four-wheel drive and auto only, while the 2.0-litre is available as a manual or automatic and with either four- or rear-wheel drive. This test focuses on the 2.0-litre, auto, four-wheel drive F-Pace R-Sport, which comes in at just over £40k before options. This, of all versions, is likely to be the biggest seller. It’s easy to see why. It’s robustly priced but well equipped with a raft of safety features, parking aids, DAB radio, heated seats and sat nav all as standard. The test car had a few mainly cosmetic options to bump the price up to almost £45k, but of these only the £1,200 fixed panoramic

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roof made a genuine difference. Unusually, therefore, the F-Pace is a car you can buy off the shelf without having to dig deeper to get what you need. Well, other than a bigger engine perhaps. The 2.0-litre diesel – a new Jaguar Land Rover design – works well enough but doesn’t shine. It feels a little coarse at low speeds and while its economy and emissions are in line with modern requirements, its performance is not. Despite the excellent eight-speed automatic, which shifts gear instantly and smoothly, overtaking performance is not as punchy as you might expect. So while it cruises comfortably enough, spirited cross country runs are not as spirited as they could be. The bigger engines perform better but cost more to buy and run. What the F-Pace needs is a four-cylinder engine with more power - and one is on its way. Shame it’s not here now, as the F-Pace chassis delivers in spades. The ride is firm but not uncomfortable and perfectly matches the poise and precision of the handling. This really is Price: from £40,360 a sporting SUV and, engine Engine: Front-mounted, 1,999cc, four-cylinder diesel concerns aside, drives better Power: 180 hp than any of its rivals. 0-62mph: 8.2 secs (a supercharged 380PS V6 Much of this is down to petrol variant is capable of 0-60mph in 5.1 seconds) the plethora of advanced Top Speed: 129mph (155mph with engine referenced above) chassis aids inherited from Drive: Four-wheel drive, the F-Type sports car. As well eight-speed automatic transmission as a rear-biased four-wheel length / height: 4,731mm /1,667mm drive system, the F-Pace has Luggage compartment: 650 litres torque vectoring technology to control the engine power going to each wheel so that cornering is as near neutral as possible. Off-road? Well it can be driven across the mud with a certain degree of confidence but, in truth, if you want to climb Everest, use a Land Rover. JLR has clearly decided that, while there will be some crossover in sales between F-Pace and Range Rover Evoque, the two cars are quite different. If you don’t need to cross fields regularly, stick with the Jag. As compromises go, the Jaguar F-Pace is just about as good as it gets. It looks great and handles superbly. It’s not cheap but it is well equipped and, if early signs are anything to go by, it should hold its value well. And while it’s not as roomy inside as a traditional estate car, it is practical enough. Best of all, however, it offers a genuine choice at last. Without doubt, it’s a worthy alternative to the current default choices for SUV buyers, the BMW X3 and Audi Q5. That Work Experience Boy was right, JLR does have an abundance of SUVs in its joint portfolio, but its engineers have made sure the F-Pace has different qualities to the Evoque or Defender Sport. It’s been worth the wait. jaguar.com

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Maserati Levante A jaunt to Monte Carlo provides an appropriately upmarket outing for Maserati’s first SUV Words: Jeremy Taylor

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string quartet is performing on the lawns of Hostellerie de Levernois – a Michelin-starred restaurant in a remote corner of Burgundy. Diners are enjoying an aperitif, their music disturbed only by the clink of champagne flutes and occasional birdsong. It’s an idyllic scene that is about to be shattered by an automotive soundtrack. Levante is Maserati’s first ever SUV is a ravishingly beautiful machine designed to compete with performance-based, all-wheel drives like the Range Rover Sport, BMW X5 and Porsche Cayenne. And like most upmarket sports cars these days, the Maserati can play a decent tune itself – thanks to an acoustic exhaust system, operated via a ‘sport’ button on the centre console. The V8 petrol engine emits a low, guttural sound to eclipse a double bass. Only the lobster tail on the menu looks more appetising than the Levante though,

impressed by the Levante burble. It is post-Brexit and things could get ‘tricky’ given our impending departure from Europe. Fortunately, the Maserati is running on Italian number plates, so they haven’t a clue the British have just arrived. At least they can’t accuse Levante of suddenly gatecrashing the party. Maserati first unveiled the Kubang crossover concept back in 2003, when the thought of a luxury SUV was about as likely as Leicester City winning the football league. Kubang morphed into Levante and now Maserati expects global sales to soar over the next 12 months. Based on the same floorplan as the company’s best-selling Ghibli saloon, the Levante is pure Maserati through and through. The sublime body shape rests on air springs, which allow the car to sit squat and aerodynamic at high speed, then rise up to traverse any bumpy stuff.

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If there is a downside – and I struggled to find one – the Levante will only be available in Britain equipped with a 276 bhp V6 diesel. I’m assured it will perform admirably but the 430 bhp Ferrari-built, twin turbo V6 in this car is a bit a special.

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It simply sounds fantastic. There are whispers that this petrol model may come to the UK and Maserati says a plug-in hybrid will arrive in just two years’ time. And as most buyers choose diesel, the lack of a petrol option here is unlikely to dent sales. Travelling at high speed on French motorways, we’re catching plenty of admiring glances. Unlike some SUVs, the body shape benefits from Italian flair. An enormous Maserati grille dominates the front end, with slim headlights creating crease lines that flow back to the rear of the car. Levante has ten times more presence than the faster Porsche Cayenne – it’s just more elegant. Find a twisty French back road and Levante really comes to life. The steering the popular Zegna silk seat package for is well-balanced and somehow this big extra kudos. Maserati manages to disguise its two-ton It’s equipped with heated and vented weight rather well. It’s exciting to drive, seats, six-way adjustable for the driver, encourages the driver to press on and while the optional Comfort Seat has 12-way doesn’t baulk at the first sight of a corner. adjustment. A Sport Pack beefs up body I really had to push hard before it support for more enthusiastic driving. started to lose grip and the ESP safety Our pre-production car did system kicked in. Then it was a case of have a few gremlins in the slipping down the eight-speed infotainment system. automatic gearbox, picking The 8.4-inch screen up the revs and using the locked up the satellite paddleshift gear-changers Price: from £54,335 Engine: 3.0 V6 twin-turbo GDI navigation and then to make the car fly. petrol engine manufactured by Ferrari in refused access Inside, the interior is Maranello to Bluetooth. rather cool too. Gone Power: 350 bhp However, Maserati are the days when Max Torque: 1,750 rpm 0-62mph: 6 seconds has dramatically Maserati produced Top Speed: 156 mph improved on some of the maddest Length / height 5,003cm / 1,679cm quality and dashboard designs on Luggage compartment: reliability in recent the planet. This one 580 litres Special skills: best in class years. By the time is made from suitably aerodynamic coefficient, 50:50 we reach Monte Carlo, upmarket materials, weight distribution I would have happily with every button where it driven on to Italy. should be. You can even specify

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This is probably the most important car in Maserati’s 102-year history because it targets a mid-range sector of the market that is expanding at a dramatic pace. There are plenty of rivals in the sector and more to come – Levante has to be a winner. If you like the look of the Ghibli – and who doesn’t – then Levante offers more space, extra practicality no compromise. And let’s face it, wouldn’t life be more fun if you knew there was a Maserati parked on your driveway? maserati.com

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magine if everybody bought a sensible car? There would be no need for the Aston Martin Vantage, the Lamborghini Huracán – or even the ubiquitous Porsche 911. Which may be one reason why Jeep decided to launch the Grand Cherokee SRT in Britain. A 6.4-litre monster designed for American highways and fuel prices, it also defies all sensible logic. After all, most folk in this country would be perfectly happy with the 3.0-litre CRD diesel. The torque-laden V6 serves up a respectable 247bhp and isn’t quite so thirsty at the filling station.

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Even updated with ‘European’ styling – slimmer headlights, shorter grille – the latest Grand Cherokee has taken a battering in the UK sales charts. SUVs are the fastest growing sector of the car market, with plenty of rival models available. So it was time for Jeep to send in the big guns and give the Grand Cherokee an injection of macho appeal. Enter the SRT –

On paper, the SRT’s power unit is a dinosaur, with no place on environmentally-friendly British roads a £66,865 bruiser that packs enough grunt to give most sports cars a fright. Underneath that huge vented bonnet is the classic American lump. The V8 Hemi has history. It makes diehard petrolheads in the States long for the days of petrol at 50c a gallon and Elvis at number one. On paper then, the SRT’s power unit is a dinosaur, with no place on

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environmentallybrake never felt so good. friendly British roads. In fact, the SRT will It has a 92-litre fuel rumble to 60mph from Price: £65,995 tank and in real-life standstill in just five Engine: 6.4-litre V8 Hemi driving conditions seconds. Afterwards, Power: 461 bhp rarely achieves more you can measure your 0-62mph: 5 seconds Top Speed: 160 mph than 16mpg. sprint on an 8.4-inch Number of seats: Five Despite an touchscreen that length / height: 4,846mm ‘efficient’ eightdisplays G-force and /1,781mm speed transmission, quarter mile times. Luggage compartment: Eco Mode and Fuel Thankfully, Jeep has 782 litres Saver Technology, Jeep’s lavished plenty of premium optimistic claim of 20.9mpg on the interior too. The diesel combined is almost laughable. versions are well equipped but the SRT Around town, I always had my credit card is plush. It employs cooled Swedish leather to hand. seats and an 825-watt Harman Kardon However, there’s also a lot of fun to be system with 19 speakers. Just enough to had, provided mpg doesn’t top your list of mask the roar of the Hemi. priorities. The SRT is naughty – but it has the The carbon fibre dash is not quite Range power to make any journey an absolute blast. Rover Sport but it feels contemporary and For starters, the Jeep must be one of stylish – two words not normally associated the few SUVs fitted with a Launch Control with Jeeps of old. The luggage area is huge – system, just like a Ferrari. Hit the button, ruined only by an annoying series of bleeps hold the brake down and apply full throttle. every time the auto lid is activated. It may be gimmicky but feeling the shove And, of course, like every Jeep, the from a 6.4-litre block when you release the Grand Cherokee is exceptionally good

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The DBX is an electric, all-wheel drive GT crossover that will be handbuilt at a new production facility in Wales. Details are still scarce and the name could be changed but the first ever Aston SUV is likely to be available in 2020. What is certain is that the car looks sensational – even cool enough for James Bond to ferry his children to school. Prices are rumoured to start around £160,000. astonmartin.com

There’s no doubt Bentley has stolen a march on competitors by launching the Bentayga in 2016 – the Rolls-Royce’s SUV isn’t due until late next year. Cullinan is the name of the project car currently undergoing tests and prices are expected to start at around £250,000 – but expect some incredibly expensive extras. rolls-roycemotorcars.com

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Jeep’s optimistic claim of 20.9mpg combined is almost laughable off-road. All I need to do is read the manual and toy with the car’s SelecTrack system. It magically adjusts torque, engine mapping and suspension settings, including an Active Damping System. Whether or not you want to risk those 20-inch, low-profile tyres and alloys clambering across a rocky surface is another matter. Bi-xenon headlights will piece a path along any track. It’s hard not to love the SRT, even though the consumption stats are horrid and depreciation will be painful. Stricter emission regulations and the creep of electric technology mean cars like this will soon be road-going dinosaurs. Perhaps there’s never been a better time to enjoy one final fling before they become extinct. jeep.co.uk

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Coming To A Field Near You… There’s a rash of luxury SUVs expected to arrive over the next few years – here are three of the most anticipated, plus the undisputed reigning champ

Lamborghini Urus

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The Urus is likely to pack Lamborghini’s first twin turbo 4.0-litre engine and break the four second barrier for 0-60mph. The V8 is being tweaked to outperform the Bentayga and double the company’s overall sales. The City Magazine has already seen the Urus prototype and as well as being incredibly fast, it also looks ravishing in the metal. Production starts 2018. Prices from approx £135,000. lamborghini.com

The ultimate 4x4 is on sale now and remains the benchmark SUV. Equipped with a 5.0-litre supercharged engine, the SVA rivals the Bentley for performance and is very easy on the eye. At £148,900 it’s seriously expensive but there may not be a better way to tackle the rough stuff. landrover.co.uk

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Bordeaux’s Luxury Wine Experience is a heady blend of stunning châteaux, fine wines – and the tycoon Bernard Magrez Words: Chris Allsop

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gleaming Rolls-Royce Phantom is waiting for me as I arrive at Bordeaux airport. It’s mid-April and fine, with the temperature touching 20 degrees. As the driver pulls out of the airport and joins the traffic, the music of a violin played with exquisite touch soothes away the residual EasyJet stress. “It is Monsieur Magrez’s Stradivarius,” he informs me. I double check that Bernard Magrez, the determined owner of 41 wine-producing châteaux the world over and tacit host of the Luxury Wine Experience, isn’t playing the notes himself. It’s confirmed – he isn’t – but the tone is set for my few days in the world’s most famous wine region. The Luxury Wine Experience offers tailor-made stays among three of Magrez’s

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four Grand Cru Classé châteaux: Pape Clément, Fombrauge, and La Tour Carnet (no other company in Bordeaux offers the opportunity to select multiple Grand Cru Classé châteaux for your itinerary). Also available as a contrast is La Grande Maison de Bernard Magrez – a stunning five-star hotel in the increasingly trendy Bordeaux city, 15 minutes’ walk from the Garonne, complete with its own two-star Michelin restaurant (at the time of going to press in mid-handover between Michelin-friendly chefs Joël Robuchon and Pierre Gagnaire). As for the many available activities to keep you busy, well, they’re fairly wine-centric, as you’d imagine. But the package keeps it interesting, offering things such as wine-blending lessons; caviar and wine-matching soirées; as well

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a run of weak vintages (although this year is looking promising), wine tourism, along the lines of the Luxury Wine Experience, is starting to look like a handy revenue stream to have in uncertain times. That the 80-year-old Magrez is the one going against the region’s traditionalist grain

The good weather holds and we pass rows of vine yet to leaf, fields dusted with wildflowers, skinny teens playing boules in a garden. Fluffy white clouds linger over 900-year-old Château La Tour Carnet, its yellow stone glowing in the sunshine. Magrez purchased this Left Bank property

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as experiments with sensory stimulation to complicate and elevate your tasting. And, of course, there’s the chauffeurdriven Rolls to get around in. Crucially, you can stay in rooms in the actual château (in fact, for around €5,000, you can rent the whole of Pape Clément for two days and they’ll throw in a butler). This is relatively unusual in Bordeaux, which has managed to maintain a somewhat high-handed reputation when it comes to wine tourism, with producers relying on their wine’s perennial priciness to save them from having to, as they would have it, ‘Disney-fy’ their historical properties. But with the cream of New World wines nearly neck-and-neck with the best of Bordeaux; a warming climate threatening the predominant Merlot grape variety; and

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is no surprise. His story, as I’m told it over glasses of claret, begins with a boy being called lazy by his father. Leaving school at 16, he made his way in business, enjoying success in the mass-market whisky industry. In 1980, seeing the potential in wine, he purchased Pape Clément. That it was available for sale to this Bordeaux outsider was thanks to the owners being related to his wife; a wife whom he is still married to, another signifier of outsider status among Bordeaux wine producers, I’m told, where it’s often more common to have “complicated” family set-ups. During the next two days, we sail in the Phantom between the various châteaux.

in 2000, one of the only bona fide castles in the region. A pair of exotic (and vaguely sinister) black swans circumnavigate the moat. Walking into the plush, recently renovated interior feels like strolling onto an extravagant set from the recent BBC series of War & Peace, all bold, regal colours and stately four-posters. Besides the history, La Tour Carnet is also where Magrez and his team are looking to the future: test planting Merlot alternatives to see what kind of wine these 52 different varieties produce beneath Bordeaux’s maritime climate. We have lunch in La Tour Carnet’s magnificent dining hall, eating port-

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braised terrine of sturgeon, beef fillet with iodised reduction, and zabaglione. The first two courses are paired with a house white and red, before a bottle of Clos HautPeyraguey 2009 emerges to accompany dessert – hawkish Magrez peering back at us from the labels of all three. Equally tranquil, but somewhat less isolated is Château Fombrauge on the Right Bank, a short glide in the Phantom from St-Émilion. Here, the overt romanticism of La Tour Carnet is replaced by something more measured. As you enter through the wrought-iron gates into the manicured French-style garden (Magrez’s favourite style, we’re assured) tulips spring up from behind tiny, prim hedgerows. However, it seems that, according to the magnate, there is no garden or property that can’t be improved by transplanting a 2,000-yearold Spanish olive tree into the mix (and he might have a point). It becomes a slightly eccentric signature, along with the photographs of Magrez with family and friends that are scattered around the château. It’s brand building, in the same way that his initials are on the solid silver napkin rings at lunch, but the photographs are also there to make you feel as if you’re in a family property – and it works. After a glass of 2006 Château Fombrauge on the idyllic sun terrace, breathing in the views and the wine’s truffle-tinted nose, we drive to Pape Clément. My room for the night is elegant and classically furnished, with a Nespresso machine and a television the only modern additions. Neo-Gothic Pape Clément acts as Magrez’s base; only 15 minutes from the airport, it offers, compared to the other châteaux, more of an urban experience (as far as a 13th-century property surrounded by a small vineyard can be ‘urban’). The photographs here are mostly of an ecstatic Magrez drinking with Gérard Depardieu (the magnate and the actor make wine together). Later, Magrez appears for a brief hello, his face now more recognisable to me than my own father’s, yet the photos can’t express his momentum – I’m surprised by what solid shape he’s in (he still works a 12-hour day) and his handshake is iron firm. Despite an exceedingly excessive night of caviar and wine-matching at Pape Clément’s Gustave Eiffel-designed Glasshouse restaurant, I’m surprisingly perky when the Phantom deposits me outside the EasyJet fiasco for my flight home. Nothing lasts forever (except perhaps Bernard Magrez), but if the Luxury Wine Experience becomes the standard for this region’s wine tourism, then I, for one, could manage Bordeaux sans Merlot. luxurywineexperience.com/en/bordeauxwine-tours

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After a glass of 2006 Château Fombrauge on the idyllic sun terrace, breathing in the views and the wine’s truffle-tinted nose, we drive to Pape Clément Château La Tour Carnet

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our Entropic Universe Mark and Hannah Hayes-Westall have been working in, and writing about, contemporary art for 20 years. Each month, they introduce an artist who should appear on your agenda

This month: Flavie Audi

Created Through Nature 3, 2016, cibachrome print, 152.4 x 127 cm

hat’s so interesting? Balance is a word that has been gaining in popularity for some time now. A quick check of trending search terms on Google reveals that its popularity has almost doubled in the past five years, and while this is doubtless a reaction to the increased pressure of our post-crunch world, it speaks also to a greater human desire. Renowned cognitive psychologist Jean Piaget famously said that “equilibrium is

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the profoundest tendency of all human activity” and yet with the universe itself in a state of constant change as it expands, the sense of nearing equilibrium is at best ephemeral, at worst self-deluding. The scientific measure of nearness to equilibrium is entropy, and it is the entropy of humankind as it contemplates the changing universe and attempts to make sense of it through digital processes, that the young French-Lebanese artist Flavie

Piaget famously said that “equilibrium is the profoundest tendency of all human activity”

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Fluid Rock 9, 2016, blown glass, gold, silver, 18cm x 21cm x 19cm

Fluid Rock 16, 2016, blown glass, gold, 24cm x 26cm x 20cm

Audi seems to almost literally crystallise in and screens, Audi’s glass sculptures glitter her work. and glow with a kind of extra-terrestrial Exploring the interface between allure, created by adding pigments and real and virtual worlds in an imagined precious metals and applying chemicals to planetary landscape, Audi brings together spark random reactions. sculpture, installation, photography Other sculptural works draw and video work to create an on that most changeable and intellectual space that invites essential of materials, water. the contemplation of In the Slice of Water series, change and examination flat pools of glass in of the emotional jewel-like tones challenge Flavie Audi ‘Cell-estial’ responses to it. The concepts of creation, 17 November 2016 – 9 January artist describes her transformation and 2017 works as “forms and movement, discursion Tristan Hoare Gallery gestures capturing a on a substance that Audi 6 Fitzroy Square, London fleeting, living energy, … calls “the wellspring of W1T 5HJ hovering between digital existence, water, the origin tristanhoare.co.uk screen and celestial body” and source of everything”. and her works seem to be A multidisciplinary an attempt to both address and artist, Audi’s photographic work restore the lost sense of wonder and awe continues to explore the changes wrought that previously marked man’s interaction by nature untended by human hand, and with the cosmos. the responses of the audience towards Audi’s Fluid Rocks pieces are them. A series of ‘cameraless’ photographs otherworldly glass sculptures that show show arcs of light and colour set within a fundamental matter captured, through depthless black space. The ‘camera’ in this the glassmaking act, in a state of flux case is a number of clear glass geometrical between one state and another, and shapes through which light is directed seem to invite a human response to onto photosensitive material, the decaying galactic transformations, bridging the gap nature of the light resulting in a range of between what is real and what is virtual colours that, despite its analogue creation, with an aesthetic beauty. Puncturing the appears digital in origin, challenging our technological significance that glass has understanding of the changes and our taken on through its use in digital devices ability to direct them.

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Fluid Rock 18, 2016, blown glass, gold, silver, 19cm x 16cm x 17cm

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Fluid Rock 20, 2016, blown glass, gold, silver, 16cm x 17cm x 15cm

Fluid Rock 19, 2016, blown glass, gold, silver, 26cm x 5cm x 21cm

Audi’s glass sculptures glitter and glow with a kind of extraterrestrial allure Audi’s video works show forms from her developing iconography set within what the artist refers to as ‘cultured geology’, or created landscapes; a futuristic virtual realm in which change is the constant. In Landscapes of Mass Replication, shapes that echo Audi’s glass pieces appear to morph and change in a structured, yet organic way that speaks to the artist’s interest in the way that synthetic replicas of natural material such as like diamond, are created and their impact on the natural world. Once again, the human emotions around change are played with, as the piece devolves from glorious, eye-catching, organic-seeming forms to a deliberately artificial CGI environment with cloned forms in dull colours performing repetitive motions. An interest in topographies and in the materials that provide a sense of stability (or otherwise) is perhaps unsurprising when considered in the light of Audi’s early training as an architect at London’s prestigious RIBA. Her subsequent MA in ceramics and glass at the Royal College of Art in London provided her with a set of extraordinary craft skills that she deploys in her artistic practice, freeing her to experiment with the forms of her ideas. At just 29 years old, Audi has already enjoyed the attention of some of the art world’s most significant players, with work shown alongside pieces by Ai Wei Wei at a New York show curated by the respected art consultancy of de Pury de Pury, and in group shows including Young Bright Things at the David Gill Gallery in London. In November this year her first solo show opens at London’s Tristan Hoare gallery and promises experiences of mystery with spatial and visual encounters that invite further meditation.

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green leaves wallpaper xxxxxx Turn any room into a peaceful tree canopy with this leaf-printed wallpaper in green. It also comes in a copper colourway, if you’re more of a fan of autumnal shades. £396, housecouturier.eu

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CHAMPAGNE COOLER Do you want to be the envy of all your friends at your next dinner party? This Asprey hallmarked sterling silver Champagne cooler complete with regal stags’ heads on either side of the bucket is a sure-fire way to do so. Cheers to that! £13,500, asprey.com

Wine Table with Feather Print Lacquer Top Fashion designer Matthew Williamson made waves when he launched his first interiors range in collaboration with Duresta earlier this year. Bringing his signature quirky aesthetic to a range of furniture and soft furnishings, Williamson’s standout pieces include this eye-catching table. £2,371, duresta.com

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PAL MET T O L AMP I N GRE E N Add a splash of tropical elegance to your hom e with thi s palm tree lamp by O KA. Although it may b e cold outside, thi s piece will certainly make y ou feel like you’re on holiday – all you n eed now i s a piña colada . No longer reser ved for shirts w orn in W ham’s Club Tropicana video, palm trees have been on e of th e biggest int eriors trend s of th e year. £145, oka .com

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FINISHING TOUCHES

LIMERENCE FERN CUSHION Renowned for its vibrant and eclectic prints, House of Hackney has recently unveiled its A/W16 collection, which includes this striking cushion. The range draws on inspiration from the ancient silk roads of Uzbekistan, Iran, Sri Lanka and Mongolia and features a beautiful collection of patterns on wallpaper, home accessories and fabrics. £95, houseofhackney.com

zebra printed cowhide rug This natural hide rug is a statement piece to make any room come to life. Wonderfully soft to the touch, the natural imperfections of the skin and the hand-dying process have been left on its surface, to give it a rustic charm. £595, amara.com

TEA LEAVES CANDLE Lighting this Acqua di Parma candle will instantly relax you. Made entirely by hand, it’s decorated with leaves set in the wax and features a delicate oolong tea scent – but only burns on the inside, leaving the external decoration intact. This candle will not only set a cosy scene, but makes a gorgeous centrepiece for a coffee table too. £90, acquadiparma.com

branch coffee table Belgian artist Paula Swinnen is renowned for her work with bronze – and this piece is no different. This coffee table comes in patinated bronze with polished bronze leaves, insects and birds. £11,760, guinevere.co.uk

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Stressed and overworked? It’s a familiar story for so many of us. But help is at hand, in the shape of Phil Hathaway, who guides his clients on the principles behind mental clarity and wellbeing

t’s no secret that we are suffering from stress more than ever before. The majority of us are overworked, while simultaneously juggling relationships, households, social lives, children… the list goes on. This has brought about the popularity of calm-inducing activities such as yoga – and, more recently, mindfulness. Phil Hathaway, a life coach based in Tower Bridge, is adopting a different approach, which points to the principles behind all human experience, beneath all psychology. Formerly in the armed forces, before working as a computer programmer and then owning his own gym, Phil worked in hypnotherapy and neuro-linguistic programming for ten years prior to discovering transformative life coaching in 2012. It was at that moment that his own life changed. He studied under Michael Neill – life coach extraordinaire and the best-selling author of five books – at his life coaching academy in Los Angeles, and two years later was given the great honour of being asked to join the faculty as a life coaching teacher. Phil cites this as “one of the proudest moments of my life”. So, let’s go back to the beginning: what exactly is life coaching? “Traditionally,” Phil explains, “life coaching will involve a session where someone will sit down with you and will want to know what your goals are and how you’re going to get there. They will try to put strategies in place and, in doing so, will make people feel as though they need to change and move away from their core selves. On the flipside, I’m coming in from the angle that every person who sits in front of me is OK; they don’t need to change. I think people are perfect but for their thinking, their wellbeing is innate – but they don’t know it.” He continues, “People think the world creates their stress; things like the boss being in a bad mood or impending deadlines. The truth is there is no connection whatsoever between the outside world and what you’re feeling. We like to guide our life by feelings, but what we need to understand is, that feelings are created by thinking. As people see this connection, something happens and people start to

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let go; they see the truth of what’s really going on, a space opens up and they have freedom. They become more creative, innovative, more loving, less judgemental and ultimately true to themselves.” Phil meets his clients on a one-to-one basis, and tells me that he utilises many means of communication for his meetings; some prefer conference calling, while others prefer the telephone, and for some it is simply a case of a walk in the park. The sessions are relaxed and conversational, encouraging intimacy and familiarity between him and the client, with none of the intimidating questioning or formulaic structure typical of other types of therapy. Phil is looking to use his tried-and-tested approach to help businesses and workers, working with them to alleviate feelings of stress or anxiety. He says: “Having met with many people within business over the years, it’s apparent that the majority, although obviously doing their best to help companies to perform well, often don’t understand the true nature of the principles that govern how the human mind functions. It’s all innocent, but without this understanding, management, and staff themselves, can inadvertently make matters worse not better. Rather than face up to the fact that staff are struggling with anxiety and stress, businesses often turn a blind eye; it’s easier to allow an employee to ‘move on’ and take their experience and knowledge with them than it it is deal with the matter at hand. Alas, unfortunately, there’s a stigma to anxiety and stress – especially at higher management levels where, culturally, it can appear as a weakness.” Phil is surprised at the number of companies that ignore the importance of state of mind: “It’s the missing variable that allows the workforce, from top to bottom, to work cohesively and efficiently. Clarity of mind is the oil that lubricates the machine but unfortunately this is not always understood.” He relays a conversation he once had with an IT director of a large organisation who admitted to creating a climate of stress and anxiety within his team in

order to motivate and keep the team ‘on the edge’. “I don’t need to explain that people don’t function that way,” he laments. “Creativity, innovation, resilience and motivation – the cornerstones of any business – come from clarity of mind. Clarity of mind creates an open space for creativity – the opposite blinkers possibility, diminishes potential and generally limits life.” Examples of Phil’s successes include a “general manager of a large, luxury business, who came to me after being signed off with stress. It took one afternoon for him to see at a deep level that he had been running a negative pattern of habitual thinking all his life. This thinking had played itself out at work and at home. We didn’t attempt to change his thinking – that would be hard work and self-defeating. “Instead, we went with the flow of this understanding, we explored together the nature of his thinking, we explored where his experience of life was coming from and very quickly he got to see for himself, at a deep level, his own wellbeing. It was a huge ‘ah ha’ moment for him. It wasn’t long before he was thriving – both in his personal and business life.” And it isn’t just stress that Phil can help with; he cites one case where a woman who presented with a number of ‘serious’ issues dramatically reduced the number of cigarettes she smoked from 40 to four per day, although they didn’t discuss smoking whatsoever – Phil doesn’t work as a ‘stop smoking’ consultant. It’s yet another fascinating example of how his approach has changed people’s lives in a seemingly simplistic, effortless way. Phil continues: “I love the phrase ‘all boats rise with the tide’ and with this understanding the potential to raise your game – across the board – increases dramatically.” Phil also loves to give presentations and workshops to businesses to help people gain a deeper understanding of this within a corporate environment. So what are you waiting for? Give life coaching a try, and set your mind free. It’s as easy as a walk in the park. Email Phil at phil@philhathaway.com; philhathaway.com

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If you’re going skiing this season and want to do it in serious style, book an all-singing, all-dancing, all-inclusive chalet and the only effort you’ll need to put in after a day on, and off, the piste, is deciding which drink to have first WORDS: ANNABEL HARRISON

ireworks explode above us, illuminating the sky and reflecting their kaleidoscopic light onto the steaming surface of the outdoor pool. I watch, having traded my Baileys-spiked chocolat chaud for a chilled glass of PerrierJouët (the house champagne – natch) and I’m toasty in my ski kit despite alpine winter temperatures thanks to a freshly dug snow pit housing a roaring fire. We return to this après-ski surprise, organised by Mont Tremblant chalet manager David, after a great day on the slopes. As if that’s not enough, next there’s a lava shell massage, canapés, music courtesy of a live guitarist, a competitive wine tasting, which is as entertaining as it is interesting, and a seven-course supper. It’s only been four days but we’ve got used to being this spoilt alarmingly fast. Morning drinks preferences are noted and arrive bang on time. Ski boots are warm when we’re helped into them, and, of course, all our kit has already been brought to the boot room. The bar is fully stocked

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so guests can serve themselves until the wee hours, and no request is too much. Want a nanny to look after your child/ dog? Sure. Have a favourite vodka? It can be ordered in. If you’re ensconced in a Consensio chalet, get used to not lifting a finger and having a bloody brilliant time as a result. Champagne and afternoon tea blend boozily into wine and cocktails – try the vodka, rhubarb syrup, lemon and Champagne Consenski – and a multicourse supper, plus post-meal cheese, coffee and port. Ski hard, because Consensio takes its food and drink seriously, and there’s a lot of it; after six hours on the slopes on our first day, I devour chorizo sausage rolls and lemon and gin drizzle cake in front of a roaring fire. We begin our stay here in Morzine, having flown into Geneva with the ever-efficient Swiss International Air Lines before moving on to Méribel. You’ll also find Consensio chalets in Courchevel 1850, Val d’Isère and Les Gets. The company, which manages the chalets

of private owners, was nominated as one of the World’s Best Ski Operators at the World Ski Awards this year and six of its chalets are shortlisted for the Best Ski Chalet in France award. Quite the accolade considering the company only launched in 2009. Then again, after spending time with its fantastic MD Ceri and equally fantastic operations director Mischa, I can see why it’s doing so well. Our Morzine base is Chalet Jejalp, its name taken from the family’s initials, which boasts five-full time staff, including a chauffeur, and sleeps 10 adults plus four kids in a bunk-bed mini-dorm. Architect Herve Marullaz has created a chalet that feels both contemporary and traditionally Alpine-cosy by using tonnes of reclaimed wood and natural materials, and creating a mezzanine layout inspired by the slopes. In the central atrium is a glass wine cellar spread over two floors, which is a real USP, and it’s accentuated by bauble lighting threading down the double-level areas. The cellar may be locked but the

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bar, with Timothy Oulton pommel-horse style bar stools I want to take home, is open for service 24/7, if you can drag yourself away out of the sunken Jacuzzi, in which, if my experience is anything to go by, you’ll be drinking more lovely Perrier-Jouët. In fact, I doubt whether I’ll even want to leave it to ski the next morning – a feeling intensified by an incredible supper, an eight-hour sleep in a huge, soft bed, and a smorgasboard of breakfast treats – but I am so happy that I do, after lessons with Rachel from Progression Ski School. She charms fellow guest Ollie as much as me – this Scottish superwoman is not only ridiculously fit, doing ultra marathons and Ironmen challenges in her time off, but also an amazing teacher. If you want to improve your technique, this is the way forward, and Consensio will organise it all. As snow blankets Morzine, we’re whisked away on a three-hour drive to Méribel, destination two. We luck out and have the most incredible weather so spend as much time as possible powering down powdery pistes, surrounded by sharp white peaks piercing the bright blue sky. Elite Ski Team’s Frankie takes over my tuition and I feel seriously lucky when I find out that he was a world champion snowboarder, and he’s teaching me, just mastering blues. Le Clos Bernard is a new lunch spot in the woods, accessible on foot or by ski, and I highly recommend visiting it, not least for the postcard-perfect surroundings. If you’re after somewhere significantly more lively, stop for lunch at Méribel

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If you’re after somewhere significantly more lively, stop for lunch at Méribel institution La Folie Douce institution La Folie Douce – singers and dancers in masks, tutus, leather and heels (yes, the men too) frolic around, giving midday a distinctly après flavour and I watch while trying not to soak myself in rich beef stew, served in a saucepan with a creamy polenta cake. Glasses in hand, we dance – in the loose, ski-boot-hampered sense of the word – on the tables outside Consensio and reluctantly ski down when Chalets’ Chalet it closes at 5pm to meet Jejalp and Chalet Mont chauffeur Tom, who makes Tremblant from £19,170 my day every time he per week on a fully inclusive relieves me of my skis. basis, including use of all chalet It gets even better facilities, all meals and an in-resort chauffeur. For more information and bookings, visit consensiochalets.co.uk or call 020 3393 0833

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I’ve come to expect a cinema room and pool table but here there’s also a playroom, hammam, and heated infinity pool

when we enjoy the aforementioned fireworks and settle down for an evening in. Mont Tremblant sleeps 12 but is 50 per cent bigger than Jejalp, so it’s perfect for groups of friends, or families, wanting their own space. It’s decorated exactly as I would want my own chalet to be, if I had one – high ceilings, lots of light, a mostly There are more neutral palette and a fabulously eclectic than 60 weekly array of furnishings, accessories and flights to Geneva from wall art. The owner took all the black the UK and Ireland and white shots of animals himself with Swiss International while on safari in Africa, and I love the Airlines. Fares from jigsaw moose, wooden tribal figures £34 one-way, and sheep rocking ‘horse’ downstairs. swiss.com I’ve come to expect a cinema room, pool table etc but here there’s also a playroom, hammam, and heated infinity pool with jet stream. After the Verre Gourmand wine tasting, we settle down for a feast; as it’s our last night, chef Gary is cooking up a storm. He can cater for all types of foodie request but if you’re not allergic, veggie or fussy, let him run wild and you’ll enjoy asparagus and chorizo, chicken foie gras, king prawns, a tender fillet of beef and a trio of vanilla desserts. Hours pass quickly at a Consensio chalet; your glass will be filled by one of the smiling staff members, all of whom are hyper-efficient, really friendly and with a knack of making themselves inconspicuous exactly when you want Consensio has them to be. teamed up with 24I don’t want to hour City restaurant Duck leave. The fresh air, & Waffle to serve a fun take on beautiful scenery, traditional British food. The coming days skiing and season will see a special Duck & Waffle hearty alpine breakfast menu served at all of Consensio’s cuisine would 13 chalets, including duck egg on cocotte be enough to with wild mushrooms, bananas brûlée with keep me here. homemade hazelnut & chocolate spread, Add these and Shakshuka with harissa yoghurt chalets into the and mint. The menu is available mix, and you’ll three times during be planning your a week’s stay. next trip back before you’ve even left.

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Méribel: Resort in figures Highest point 2,950m Season Dec-April Ski area Les Trois Vallées Pistes 150km of pistes in the Méribel Valley Pistes available 76 in total Green runs (beginner): 8 Blue runs (moderate): 36 Red runs (intermediate) : 23 Black runs (difficult): 9

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hotel of the month: Aman Le Mélézin, Courchevel

In the league of luxury hotels, Aman resorts sit at the top of the tree. This December, the brand’s only European ski outpost unveils its new look words: bethan rees

here’s a reason the brand’s guests are referred to as ‘Aman junkies’. For once you visit an Aman hotel, the best of the world’s other top hideaways can often feel lacking. The word Aman has earned cult status within the travel industry – the product of a fierce dedication to providing superlative service in breathtaking surroundings. It may be cliché, but the group’s resorts, each individually-managed, really do feel like super-lux home-from-homes. The City Magazine has been fortunate enough to

Usually, each Aman property has three members of staff for every guest visit three of Aman’s properties: Amangiri in Utah, Sveti Stefan in Montengro, and Amanzoe in Porto Heli, Greece. The group was established in 1988, when Adrian Zecha, an Indonesian hotelier, ventured to the west coast of Phuket, Thailand, in search of a holiday home. He found a property on a coconut plantation that made more sense as a shared plot with multiple homes. He built a series of villas and corralled his friends into investing. The first Aman resort took the name Amanpuri. The word ‘aman’ means peaceful in Sanskrit, which is what each of the

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tubs – a new piste-facing bar, entrance, reception and restaurant. Design-wise, an alpine-inspired palette, featuring oak and light beige stone, makes for one of the most contemporary settings in the whole of Courchevel. Of course, a holiday in the Alps wouldn’t be the same without a spot of après-ski – and here the hotel bar comes into its own, offering views across the slopes as the sun sets, while serving signature ‘Mélézin’ cocktails, which mix blueberries, violet flower extract and champagne. There’s also a cigar lounge. Book your stay now. But be warned, you might become an Aman addict.

company’s 31 resorts, hotels and private residences aims to instil in its guests. Typically, each property has fewer than 55 rooms. Usually, each has three members of staff for every guest. This December, Aman’s Courchevelbased outpost will re-open its doors after an eight-month refurbishment. Nestled in the heart of Les Trois Vallées, the Aman Le Mélézin sits 1,850 metres above sea-level, offering guests fantastic views over the Alps. First opened in 1992, Aman Le Mélézin relaunches with 19 newly renovated rooms and suites – three of which have large terraces and private hot

Rooms from €1,055 per night including tax., based on half board. Half board excludes drinks but includes the option to dine at partner restaurants in Courchevel. For stays of six nights or more, guests receive a lift passes for Les Trois Vallees, amanlemelezin.com

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Ice-climbing, winter treks, two-star Michelin cuisine – San Cassiano in the Italian South Tyrol offers multiple, enticing options if global warming puts the kibosh on the ski season Words: Chris AllsoP

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y all accounts we’re approaching the most romantic lake in the Dolomites. But this 10-kilometre trek has been no rose-chomping guitar serenade, trudging through occasionally thigh-high snow drifts while icy particles sharp as shattered glass gale-force into our cheeks. As we come to a halt on the pine-furred ridge overlooking frozen Lake Lagazuoi, the burn in our legs keeping us toasty, it’s easy to understand why a whole wedding party – as one did last summer – would trek out here in the warmer months. The small tarn, up at around 2,000 m, is a private gem slotted in the spiked crown of the Fanes range and hemmed in on one side by a steep shale slope over which the goaty silhouettes of chamois nimbly balance, stop and stare back. Our guide, Diego, arrests the tranquillity. “You want a baby in May? Come here in August.” He grins impishly, adding, “Bring champagne.” A local free-

climbing legend, wiry Diego’s expertise is broad, running the gamut from alfresco friskiness to high stakes ice-climbing. Which is why we’re up here with him, rather than whizzing down the ample pistes of nearby resort village San Cassiano, to expand our winter sports horizons after the last few seasons have engendered some insecurity surrounding snowfall. The Dolomites are perfect for this, catering for all tastes with a panoply of hiking routes, climbing cliffs, and basejumping perches – not to mention access to 1,420 lifts with one Dolomiti Superski pass should conditions be favourable. And when you’re winding down, these mountains – formed from an ancient seabed – burn Aperol orange in the setting sun. When Diego – who has climbed, skied, and romanced lakeside in the Dolomites his entire life – calls them the most beautiful range in the world, it’s hard to argue. But while they’re lovely to look at,

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they’re even better to mess around on. As we continue our hike, aiming into the UNESCO-protected valley where San Cassiano lies surrounded by soaring peaks, we pass an extensive frozen waterfall. A highly rated beginners’ site, helmeted iceclimbers armed with axes and crampons scale the organ pipe arrangement of blue stalactites. With the threat of hidden oxygen bubbles and other unknowns inherent in such unstable structures, iceclimbing, even at entry-level, is a serious adrenaline rush. Axes, crampons and very warm clothing (you’re climbing in the shade, after all) are all available to rent. Also important are the specialist boots that you can use for either ice climbing or ski-alpinism (also known as skimountaineering). Ski-alpinism involves the clipping on of synthetic skins to the bottom of your skis to provide the necessary traction to ascend mountains in search of off-piste delights – of course, heli-skiing is an alternative for the less fit (or hungover).

Foodie Heaven With a voracious hunger awakening within us, it’s with great pleasure that, not long after Lake Lagazuoi, we come upon famed Rifugio Scotoni. As the nearby piste hasn’t opened yet, the mountain hut is empty except for Irvin, the owner, sucking on a cigar, and his family and staff watching the Men’s Alpine Skiing World Cup in Kitzbühel, Austria. A countryman is currently in the lead, there’s much excitement. For those who have just hiked, there’s more enthusiasm for the superb Chianina steak tartare that rapidly appears before us with a glass of bubbly moscato d’asti. Scotoni is renowned for its food – when it’s busy, Diego says, you have people throwing items of clothes at tables as they become available (Diego can book, mortals cannot) – and it’s part of an axis of food excellence that designates San Cassiano and its surrounds as the snow destination for discerning palates (in

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winter you can also join an eight-hut Gourmet Skisafari). Apparently Scotoni is also a hit with James Murdoch, who’s hired Diego for a ski trip next week. As “bravos” are shouted from the World Cup watchers, we tuck into a platter of grilled meats that is several steps above what you’ll usually expect at this elevation. I’m usually no fan of polenta, but I can’t get enough of a regional dish that smothers polenta beneath a quartet of local cheeses. To round off our ‘light lunch’, we share one of the South Tyrol’s delicious, if ludicrously named, desserts: kaiserschmarrn (a fruity sugared pancake). Some hazelnut grappa eases down its passage. After lunch, we stagger the remaining few kilometres of the hike, the afternoon light picking out individual Dolomitic pinnacles soaring overhead. Arriving at San Cassiano, we check back into the Relais & Châteaux Rosa Alpina (through which Diego works). Bidding him a fond farewell, I check into the spa for an alpine massage with the unforgiving Marco. It’s always disappointing to discover that it was ‘light, medium’ pressure that nearly had you crying out for Mother. But Marco’s fine work has me shipshape for the evening’s culinary highlight – the Rosa Alpina’s two Michelin-starred St Hubertus restaurant. The meal deserves a feature of its own, but suffice to say that there’s much theatre, thematic forest aesthetics, symphonic flavours, and sighs and smiles all around. Afterwards we retire to the bar for martinis served in towering glassware. The owner of the hotel, Hugo, is one of those natural hosts who has essentially been throwing a party since his teens and somehow refined the process into a living. He tells us that George Clooney, Bette Midler and Fernando Alonso have all stayed with him… and former footballer Alan Smith, but apparently nobody recognised him. Poor Alan. The piano player begins to play Starman as a tribute to the (then) recently deceased Bowie. Outside the snow is falling, but, in all truth, it wouldn’t much matter if it wasn’t.

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San Cassiano Resort in figures Resort altitude 1537m Highest point 2950m Season Dec-April Ski area Sella Ronda network Pistes 130km of pistes in the Alta Badia system Pistes available Beginner: 70% Intermediate: 25% Expert: 5% Local slopes are best for intermediates; experts should head to Arabba for steeper terrain

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Rosa Alpina, San Cassiano, offers a luxury three night Ski Weekend from £1,605 per adult The epitome of Italian charm, booked through Powder Byrne San Cassiano is one of a handful (020 8246 5300 / powderbyrne.com). of delightful villages that makes Price includes Powder Byrne concierge up the Alta Badia ski area. San service, return flights and private Cassiano is enchanting in its transfers to and from the airport. beauty – typically encased in a Alternative winter sports activities good layer of snow, surrounded with Diego can be booked in by rock faces and massifs, and advance through the hotel, bordered by pine trees. rosalpina.it There’s off-piste challenges to be explored (with a mountain guide) including the extensive skiing of Arabba and the Val Mezdi, and those looking for a real trek, the Sella Ronda (that can be skied in both directions) provides a spectacular welcome to the mountainscapes of the Dolomites. However, it does also provide a wide selection of easy blue runs too – perfect for families with young children.

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The Restaurants On top of the aforementioned two Michelin-starred St Hubertus at Rosa Alpina, there’s more stars scattered around the area. At Hotel La Perla, there is the esteemed La Stüa de Michil restaurant. Here, tradition meets innovation in an exciting gourmet experience, offering a modern take on Italian cuisine. With wood panelling and a hushed ambience, it also makes for a romantic setting. If you feel like a break from traditional Alpine decor, head to the one Michelinstarred La Siriola, where you can soak up its modern atmosphere – we recommend its ten-course tasting menu for a truly indulgent post-ski feed. Also, the Piz Boè Alpine Lounge offers a taste of traditional South Tyrolean cuisine and views that stretch from Val Badia to the Alps and the Dolomites.

Non-ski Activities For those who aren’t keen on skiing or simply want a break from it, there are other options in San Cassiano. Why not try out Nordic To offset the early EasyJet walking (taking flight direct to Innsbruck from long strides with London Gatwick, Chris stayed sticks) or how about in a Yotel Premium Cabin at the tobogganing? Also, airport’s South Terminal. Available there’s an indoor ice by the hour for a four-hour stay rink in nearby Corvana minimum, prices start from if skates are more your £34. Book at yotel.com or style. Most of the hotels call 0207 100 1100 offer spa and pampering treatments, from a Turkish steam bath at Hotel Fanes or visit the Finnish sauna at Rosa Alpina and sink into a sense of tranquillity.

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Swiss Secret Nestled in the PrĂ¤ttigau Valley, and overshadowed by its attention-grabbing bigger brother Davos, Klosters spends most of its time out of the spotlight â&#x20AC;&#x201C; which is exactly what has kept the rich and the royal returning for more than half a century Words: Richard Brown

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avos, you’ve heard of. Huge economic forum happens there every year. You’ve seen the Kingpins of the world make their annual pilgrimage there on the television. About adjoining Klosters, perhaps you’re not so familiar. Chuck the word into Google, and you’ll discover that Klosters is frequented by a different kind of Kingpin – our very own King-in-waiting, no less. Every ski resort has its celebrity association; a couple of cantons away, Crans-Montana has Roger Moore. Klosters has The Prince of Wales. Prince Charles has been returning to Klosters with the regularity of Swiss clockwork since the ’70s. You may remember watching news reports of him and Lady Diana teaching the boys to ski. That was in Klosters. You may remember, also, Prince Charles being caught on microphone saying of the BBC’s royal correspondent, Nicholas Witchell, “I can’t bear that man. I mean, he’s so awful, he really is.” That, too, was in Klosters. The resort has even named a cable car after him. Given Klosters’ royal patronage, when you arrive in the resort – elevation 1,200m, population 6,200 – the post office, Co-op supermarket and splattering of sports shops that comprise the village’s main strip, Bahnhofstrasse, can seem somewhat underwhelming. There are no big name hotels, no streets lined with luxury SUVs, not a single Chanel or Gucci or Hermès boutique in sight. A 90-minute drive from Zurich, Klosters is small, sleepy, and, at first encounter, not particularly pretty. Frankly, it’s hard to see what all the fuss is about. Bags out of the boot, bemused, we checked in to the regal, Romanesque Hotel Vereina. This is more like it. During a very pleasant lunch with the very pleasant Christian Erpenbeck, general manager of

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nearby Silvretta Parkhotel and president of Klosters Tourism, we learned that the Windsors aren’t the only famous faces to have visited the resort. In 1960, Deborah Kerr married author and screenwriter Peter Viertel in Klosters. Before then, guests at hotel Chesa Grischuna had included Greta Garbo, Gene Kelly and Rex Harrison. Visits by Paul Newman, Gregory Peck and Yul Brynner during the ’50s led to Klosters earning the moniker ‘Hollywood on the Rocks.’ Winston Churchill skied here too. What, then, keeps modern royalty returning today? Modesty, mostly. Klosters has no five-star hotels. Its fine dining options are few. You don’t come here to shop, or to party, or to be pampered. The handful of three- and four-star hotels that Sunniberg Bridge do exist are independent, many are family-run. Having escaped large-scale foreign investment and the revolving-door policy of fancy chain establishments, Klosters has set its own course, developed organically, and remains understated. Dominated by traditional wooden chalets and a tall stone clock tower, Klosters is still a working village; farming remains an important industry here. There’s a tangible sense of community; friendly faces stop to say hello. You get the impression that what happens in Klosters, stays in Klosters.

Most of Kloster’s hotels are located in the village centre, within walking distance of the Gotschna-Parsenn cable car. The most famous, with a guestbook signed by Hepburn and Churchill, is the charming Chesa Grischuna. It opened in 1938 and today, still manages to transport you to a time not long after. Hotel Vereina is in the process of turning itself into private apartments, but both Hotel Alpina and Silvretta Parkhotel are solid, family-friendly options. Hotel Piz Buin is perhaps the closest Klosters gets to having a five-star hotel. Refurbished last year, it is the chicest hotel in town, able to offer an attractive swimming pool, a spa with saunas, a steam bath and a solarium, and a Technogym-equipped fitness room. The wealthy and the well-known, we are told, tend to stay in the traditional chalets that litter the hills around the town centre. The majority of these properties are privately owned and, this being Klosters and discretion being king, you won’t read about them in magazines or fall upon them on the internet. Groups looking to rent a chalet should email Clair Southwell (clair@clairsouthwell.com), a former assistant to Prince Charles, founder of Klosters Concierge, and an absolute authority on life in the village. Clair even brews her own local craft gin. Try some if you get the chance. chesagrischuna.ch; alpina-klosters.ch; silvretta.ch; pizbuin-klosters.ch; klostersconcierge.com

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The Skiing The six mountains and 320km of pistes that surround Klosters and Davos provide for some of the highest skiing in Switzerland, meaning that good snow cover is usually a given. All abilities are catered for. Young families and beginner skiers should take the bus from Klosters Platz to Klosters Dorf (two kms away) and access the Madrisa gondola, where you’ll find some superb nursery slopes and a children’s park. More experienced skiers should take the Gotschnabahn to the Davos ski arena. Jakobshorn is the preferred choice for snowboarders. Head to Parsenn for long red and black runs. Intermediate skiers should also be able to access Austria.

where everything feels authentic rather than put on. The highlight of our visit was taking a carriage to Alp Garfiun, a modest mountain shack in Alpine wilderness that specialises in cheese fondue. The one-hour ride from Klosters Platz repays you with scenery that Walt Disney would struggle to dream up. The family-run restaurant is so remote that it relies on horse-drawn carts to bring customers through vast fields of deep snow. Ensure that you inform the restaurant that you’re coming, so that they know who and how many to cater for. baer-s.ch; wynegg.ch; walserhof.ch; alpgarfiun.ch

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For non-skiers Klosters provides for beautiful walks in nearly every direction. If the sun is out, a southeasterly stroll along the Diethelmpromenade, which runs above the Landquart River, will reward you with fantastic views of the sprawling valley below. If you’re partial to an impressive bridge, the nearby Salginatobelbrücke spans 90 metres above the Salgina brook; it is Switzerland’s only engineering world monument. Elsewhere, there are a variety of toboggan runs, snowshoe trekking tours and horse-drawn sled excursions. Head to Davos for ice skating and a public swimming pool.

Après ski and eating out Klosters doesn’t do table-top dancing to trashy Euro-pop, unsurprisingly. What it does do, is hot chocolate under fur blankets around open fires in the sort of low-key, wooden-beamed establishments you imagine when you romanticise ski resorts. If you’re looking for something a little more modern, the trendy Bear’s Bar, part of the chic Hotel Piz Buin, opened last year and provides easily the most contemporary place to sink a few Grappas. For fine dining, there’s the woodpanelled Wynegg, or the Michelin-starred Walserstube in the Walserhof hotel. The horse-drawn carriages that clang around Klosters are just one of the things that convince you that little has changed in the village since the visits of Newman and Peck. Kitsch in other ski resorts, the carriages are a natural fit in Klosters,

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Klosters: Resort in Figures Highest point 2,844m Resort Altitude 1,200m Off Piste 307km

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Longest Run 12km Ski Lifts 56 Chairlifts 10 Cable-cars 15 Total Runs: 85 Beginner: 21 Intermediate: 42 Advanced: 22

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SALES NICK MOORE, associate at Knight Frank Islington, comments on the trends in the residential sales market Almost four months after the referendum, there are signs that demand in central London is starting to strengthen once again as the implications of our decision to leave the EU become clearer and buyers have started to realise that life goes on. It seems that for many, stamp duty is by far the most limiting factor in the market, especially in the £2 million plus bracket. However, the uncertainty surrounding Brexit has in many cases been a catalyst for overdue price reductions. These, combined with a favourable currency movement for buyers denominated in overseas currencies, has created added momentum in the market in recent months. Demand in lower price brackets remains stronger and across the whole market, the total number of properties under offer was up by almost 40 per cent in the three months to August against the same period in 2015. This increased activity has yet to translate into higher transaction volumes which remain down by almost a fifth compared to 2015 and is a sign that buyers remain cautious – the average number of days that a property remained on the market was 14 per cent higher between January and August this year, compared with 2015. In terms of price growth in general, it fell by just over two per cent across central London in the year to September. However, this decline wasn’t felt in every part of London and again, Islington and the City fringe continued to buck the trend, registering a 3.6 per cent rise in the same period. Looking forward, we would hope that the strengthening that we have seen in the market in recent months will continue through the autumn. Ahead of the autumn statement in November, there are already calls for Philip Hammond to cut the rate of stamp duty and most would agree that if action is taken it would provide an injection of confidence and stability into the market. Knight Frank Islington 020 3582 3530 knightfrank.co.uk

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LETTINGS NICOLA WILLIAMS, head of lettings at Knight Frank Islington, comments on the trends in the residential lettings market

grey matter Everybody knows by now that grey is in – and this even extends to cookers. Everhot has created a new Dove Grey Range Cooker, which is the perfect shade to go in almost any kitchen. Everhot’s hand-built cookers are also energy efficient, using less than half the energy of comparable range cookers. The cooker also gently warms a kitchen too, so creates a comfortable gathering space in a house. Everhot gives buyers the option of having an induction hob alongside the traditional hot plate, as well as a grill, so there’s endless culinary opportunities too, from charred vegetables to a slow-roast leg of lamb. With a wide choice of sizes and models there’s an Everhot to suit every kitchen. From £7,100, everhot.co.uk

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August and September were record months for both Knight Frank London and the Islington office. This has surpassed the cautious optimism after the EU referendum and the effects it would have on these usually busy months. The main area of demand we have seen has been below £1,000 per week, the usual City relocations have reduced their budgets from above £1,000 per week for three-to-four bedroom houses. The prime market, which has struggled for some time, has not been helped by this movement in tenants’ budgets and with a healthy supply of these houses the position remains strongly in favour of the tenant. In my opinion, London still remains the capital of the world and with the weaker sterling, corporate relocation continues to increase. Knight Frank saw growth with corporate relocation enquiries over the summer months post-Brexit, although at reduced rents.

In the current climate, landlords need to be realistic when it comes to pricing Although yields continue to remain low, the majority of our landlord investors are aware in this current market that the overall return of their investment is the most important factor. Net yields have fallen to around two per cent and with tax changes, some property investors could see low profit margins, but compared to other investments and saving accounts it is still certainly the best option. In the current climate, landlords need to be realistic when it comes to pricing and consider reducing the price to be the most competitive and reflect the best value. Making this decision will quickly minimise the length of marketing time and void period and will reduce the risk of ‘chasing the market’ as we move into the quieter months of the year. Knight Frank Islington 020 3582 3530 knightfrank.co.uk

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Roundwood Court, Bethnal Green E2 Two bedroom duplex penthouse A beautifully presented two bedroom duplex penthouse apartment located on the seventh and eighth floors of Roundwood Court, benefitting from far-reaching views over Meath Gardens and towards Canary Wharf. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception room, open plan kitchen, roof terrace, concierge, parking. EPC: C. Approximately 117.8 sq m (1,268 sq ft). Leasehold: approximately 239 years remaining

Guide price: £800,000

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Chelsea Bridge Wharf SW8 2 bedroom penthouse for sale in a riverside development This stunning penthouse boasts an open-plan reception room with high floor to ceiling windows and a large terrace. The far-reaching views from both the reception room and bedrooms are fantastic. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen/reception room, terrace, porter/concierge. EPC: D. Approximately 109 sq m (1,173 sq ft) Leasehold: approximately 987 years

Guide price: £1,750,000

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Our understanding of the everchanging market enables us to price your property accurately, so you can rely on Knight Frank to get you moving. Call us today on +44 20 8166 5375 to arrange your free market appraisal. KnightFrank.co.uk/wapping wapping@knightfrank.com

Guide price: £735,000

Riviera Court, St Katharine Docks E1W 2 bedroom 2 bathroom apartment within a period conversion. The apartment benefits from a generous sized reception room with a river glimpse, exposed brick work, a semi open plan kitchen, 2 double bedrooms with en suite shower room and a family bathroom. EPC: C. Approximatley 65.5 sq m (705 sq ft). Leasehold: Share of Freehold. Office: 020 8166 5375

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Guide price: £2,400,000

New Crane Wharf, Wapping E1W 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom riverside apartment. Offering excellent living and entertaining space throughout with views over the Thames from both the reception room and master bedroom. Approximatley 206 sq m (2,217 sq ft). Leasehold: Share of Freehold. Office: 020 8166 5375

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FOUND Your perfect tenant. Let with Knight Frank. Our local expertise and global network mean that we can find a reliable tenant for your property; and with an average tenancy of nearly two years, Knight Frank not only helps you find them – but keep them as well. Call us today on 020 8166 5366 to arrange your free market valuation. Guide price: £1,500 per week

New Crane Place, Wapping E1W

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A spacious apartment set in New Crane Wharf. 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (all en suites), large reception room, open plan modern kitchen, exposed brickwork, wooden flooring, cinema room and 24 hour porters. EPC: C. Approximately 225 sq m (2,422 sq ft). Available furnished. wappinglettings@knightfrank.com Office: 020 8166 5366

All potential tenants should be advised that, as well as rent, an administration fee of £276 will apply when renting a property. Please ask us for more information about other fees that may apply or visit KnightFrank.co.uk/tenantcharges

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Guide price: £550 per week

Royal Tower Lodge, City E1 A superb apartment close to St Katharine Docks. 2 bedrooms (1 en suite), 2 bathrooms, dining/reception room leading on to the L shaped balcony, open plan kitchen and a daytime porter. EPC: B. Approximately 73 sq m (785 sq ft). Available furnished. wappinglettings@knightfrank.com Office: 020 8166 5366

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Capital Wharf, Wapping E1W

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A recently refurbished modern apartment with exposed brick walls and wooden flooring. 2 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, large reception/dining room, semi-open plan fitted kitchen, balcony and an underground parking space. EPC: E. Approximately 97 sq m (1,045 sq ft). Available furnished. wappinglettings@knightfrank.com Office: 020 8166 5366

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Guide price: £925 per week

Park Vista Tower, Wapping E1W An outstanding apartment with spectacular views of the skyline. 3 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en suite), open plan fitted kitchen/reception room leading on to a large terrace and 24 hour concierge. EPC: B. Approximately 114 sq m (1222 sq ft). Available furnished. wappinglettings@knightfrank.com Office: 020 8166 5366

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FOUND TO RENT LOOKING OR LET? Your perfect tenant. Let with Knight Frank. To find out how we can help, please get touch Ourinlocal expertise and global network mean that we can find a KnightFrank.co.uk/aldgate reliable tenant for your property; and aldgatelettings@knightfrank.com with an average tenancy of nearly two 020 3823 9930 years, Knight Frank not only helps you find them – but keep them as well. Call us today on 020 8166 5366 to arrange your free market valuation. £625 per week Guide price: £640

--> Capital Wharf, Wapping E1W A recently refurbished modern apartment with exposed Charles Hayward Building, Aldgate E1 brick walls and wooden flooring. 2 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, large reception/dining room, semi-open plan fitted kitchen, This two bedroom, two bathroom apartment comprise of two spacious bedrooms, a large open balcony and an underground parking space. EPC: E. Approximately 97 sq m (1,045 sq ft). plan lounge and a private balcony. The property benefits from triple height ceiling throughout, Available furnished. along with interior designed furniture, brand new appliances and wooden floors. Located wappinglettings@knightfrank.com moments from the famous Columbia Road and only short walk to Shoreditch. EPC: B Office: 020 8166 5366

All potential tenants should be advised that as well as rent, an All potential tenants be referencing advised that, as of well asper rent, an administration fee of should £276 and fees £48 administration feewhen of £276 will apply when renting property. person will apply renting a property. Please aask us for Pleaseinformation ask us for about more information about other fees more other fees that may apply or that visit may apply or visit KnightFrank.co.uk/tenantcharges KnightFrank.co.uk/tenantcharges

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£925 per week Guide price: £1,150

Park Vista Tower, Wapping E1W Bezier Apartments, Old Street EC1Y An outstanding apartment with views ofwith the en-suite skyline. 3bathrooms, double bedrooms, 2 This property includes two largespectacular double bedrooms a main bathroom, bathrooms (1 en suite), cooling, open plan fittedwrap kitchen/reception room to a large terrace and stone flooring, comfort a long around balcony andleading on amazing views across the City 24 hour concierge. EPC: B. Approximately 114 sq mconcierge, (1222 sq ft). Availablegym, furnished. and towards Canary Wharf. Also includes a 24 hour communal steam room wappinglettings@knightfrank.com and a sauna. EPC: B Office: 020 8166 5366

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Guide price: £800,000

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Guide price: £1,750,000

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Guide price: £925 per week

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FOUND LOOKING TO RENT OR LET? Your perfect tenant. Let with Knight Frank. To find out how we can help, please get in touch Our local expertise and global network mean that we can find a KnightFrank.co.uk/aldgate reliable tenant for your property; and aldgatelettings@knightfrank.com with an average tenancy of nearly two 020 3823 9930 years, Knight Frank not only helps you find them – but keep them as well. Call us today on 020 8166 5366 to arrange your free market valuation. Guide price: price: £640 £675 per per week week Guide

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bathrooms (both en suite), reception room, fully fitted kitchen, wooden flooring, balcony, This two bedroom, two bathroom apartment of two spacious bedrooms, a large open communal gym, underground parking and 24comprise hour porters. EPC: C. plan lounge and a private balcony. The property benefits from triple height ceiling throughout, Available furnished. along with interior designed furniture, brand new appliances and wooden floors. Located wappinglettings@knightfrank.com moments from the 5366 famous Columbia Road and only short walk to Shoreditch. EPC: B Office: 020 8166

All potential tenants should be advised that as well as rent, an All potential tenants be advised that, as well asper rent, an administration fee ofshould £276 and referencing fees of £48 administration feewhen of £276 will apply when renting property. person will apply renting a property. Please aask us for Please ask us for more about other fees more information aboutinformation other fees that may apply or that visitmay apply or visit KnightFrank.co.uk/tenantcharges KnightFrank.co.uk/tenantcharges

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Guide price: price: £1,150 £925 per week Guide

Park Vista Tower, Wapping E1W Bezier Apartments, Old Street EC1Y

An outstanding apartment with views ofwith the en-suite skyline. 3bathrooms, double bedrooms, 2 This property includes two largespectacular double bedrooms a main bathroom, bathrooms (1 en suite), cooling, open plan fittedwrap kitchen/reception room to a large terrace and stone flooring, comfort a long around balcony andleading on amazing views across the City 24 hour concierge. EPC: B. Also Approximately 114 sq mconcierge, (1222 sq ft). Availablegym, furnished. and towards Canary Wharf. includes a 24 hour communal steam room wappinglettings@knightfrank.com and a sauna. EPC: B Office: 020 8166 5366

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Insider Knowledge

SPOTLIGHT ON Nine Elms Diana Alam, head of residential development sales, JLL

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egeneration development at Nine Elms has attracted some negative attention in recent months based on a range of factors. Detractors object to many elements of the new residential development taking place on site, such as its scale, high prices, international ownership as well as elements of the design itself. But we believe this is unfair, so let’s have look at what is going on at Central London’s largest regeneration project. Understanding the Vision The scale of the transformation taking place at Nine Elms is impressive to say the least. By 2025, across the whole development area, Londoners will see a new high-density town transform what was the last large-scale industrial estate in Zone 1. In real estate terms, this will include: • 20,000 + new homes • 3.2M sq ft of new office space, including new US and Dutch embassies • 2.3M sq ft of new retail space • 1,600 new hotel rooms • 30 acre linear park • Over three kms of riverside returned to public access and use • Schools, nurseries and community spaces • Two new underground stations • Foot bridge

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The development of Battersea Power Station – Europe’s largest and once most polluting brick building purchased by Malaysian developer SP Setia and Sime Darby in 2012 – is at the centre of this regeneration project and, when complete, will deliver 4,000 new homes. Supported by increased transport improvements with the extension of the Northern Line, accessibility across Nine Elms will improve dramatically, harnessing the placemaking opportunity for the benefit of all future residents, workers and visitors.

Looking at market performance, sales volumes across the area have broadly doubled year on year, with a modest tapering in 2015 in line with slower market activity for all Prime markets. Setting aside the particularly strong rate of sales in Q1 2013, including the recordbreaking sales volumes of Battersea Power Station Phase One (Circus West), this rate of growth is correlated with the growing number of residential schemes now progressing into sales and marketing phases across Nine Elms. From the launch of St James’s Riverlight scheme in early 2011, the number of residential developments that are actively being promoted has continued to climb; residential units in ten different schemes were for sale as of end H2 2015. Across Nine Elms, only the Riverlight scheme and Embassy Gardens Phase One have been completed, although Circus West at Battersea Power Station may complete in late 2016. This also means the area is beginning to welcome its first new residents; for example, Embassy Gardens Phase One is now over 90 per cent occupied. It is worth noting the delivery schedule across the regeneration area is expected to take up to two decades, which implies a sales rate of roughly 1,000 homes per annum. With current rates already ahead of this level, the risks of oversupply appear to be well-managed over the course of delivery in the area.

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2 reception rooms ø 4 bedrooms ø 3 bathrooms ø ground floor w.c. ø victorian rectory ø west-facing balcony ø roof terrace ø 340 sq m (3,360 sq ft) ø EPC=D

Reception ø kitchen ø bedroom ø bathroom ø storage ø 24hr concierge ø 55 sq m (592 sq ft) ø EPC=C

Guide £5 million Leasehold

Guide £675,000 Leasehold

Savills Shoreditch nefthymiou@savills.com 020 7578 6200

Savills Wapping rcashley@savills.com 0207 456 6800

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Living room ø kitchen ø 2 bedrooms ø bathroom ø porter ø roof terrace ø 54.3 sq m (585 sq ft) ø EPC=C

Grade II ø 2 reception rooms ø kitchen/breakfast room ø 2 double bedrooms (1 with en suite shower room) ø bathroom ø 2 private terraces ø gated off-street parking ø concierge ø 174.7 sq m (1,880 sq ft)

Guide £520,000 Leasehold

Guide £1.75 million Share of Freehold

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3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms Balcony 24 Hour concierge

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£750 per week Furnished For more information, call Neil Short 020 3183 5949 or email neil.short@eu.jll.com

Potential tenants are advised that administration fees may be payable when renting a property. Please ask for details of our charges.

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2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms Approx. 584 sq ft terrace Secure underground parking

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24 Hour concierge On-site gym Large communal terrace

£1,250,000 Leasehold For more information, call Bernard Cully 020 3183 5949 or email bernard.cully@eu.jll.com

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LETTINGS

The Colyer, Covent Garden, WC2 £6,000 per month*

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020 7205 4611 cbreresidential.com

A two bedroom, two bathroom apartment to rent within a brand new residential development which is located perfectly between Covent Garden and Soho, situated in an historic and picture perfect building.

• Meticulously interior designed by Johnson & Naylor • Furnished to the highest standard • Beautifully styled living space with natural lighting • Hidden gem in the centre of London • EPC rating B

*Potential tenants should be advised that as well as rent, an administration fee of £270 including VAT and referencing fee of £50.40 including VAT per person will apply when renting a property. Please visit cbreresidential.com/uk/en-GB/rent/tenant-fees for more information about other fees that may apply. Prices correct at time of going to print.

SALES

10 Soho Square, Soho, W1 Guide price £3,950,000*

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020 7205 4553 cbreresidential.com *Prices correct at the time of going to print.

A striking and lavish duplex penthouse occupying the third and fourth floors of 10 Soho Square. This sensational three bedroom apartment is held within a beautiful Grade II listed façade, with tranquil south facing views overlooking Soho Square.

• Designed and finished to the highest specification • Master suite with large walk in dressing room • Spacious open plan reception room • Bespoke Hacker kitchen • EPC rating D

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PRIORY HOUSE, ST. PAULS, EC4 FOR SALE £575,000 This good size ONE BEDROOM apartment is situated on the 1st floor. Priory House is located in a traffic-free conservation area between St. Paul’s Cathedral and Blackfriars Station. The property offers entrance hall, bedroom, re-fitted shower room, light reception room with high ceilings and open plan fitted kitchen. The property has a 999 year lease which started in 1997. This area off LUDGATE HILL offers many bars, pubs and restaurants and is within easy walking distance of the RIVER and the Millennium Bridge. Covent Garden to the west is also easily accessible. Also close by is St PAUL’S station.

WILLOUGHBY HOUSE, BARBICAN, EC2 FOR SALE £1,135,000 Situated in WILLOUGHBY HOUSE in the BARBICAN on the fifth, sixth and seventh floors is this two bedroom (type 111) triplex apartment measuring approximately 930 sq. feet and having a WEST aspect with fantastic views over the Barbican gardens and lake. The property also has an east facing balcony from one of the bedrooms. The property offers a re-fitted kitchen, good size reception room, re-fitted shower room and separate cloakroom and two good size bedrooms. Willoughby House is situated close to MOORGATE (Northern Line), St PAUL’S (Central Line) and the new Crossrail Station at Moorgate (under construction, due 2018). Within walking distance are Waitrose and Marks & Spencer.

BARBICAN, EC2 £340 PER WEEK

TUDOR STREET, EC4 £425 PER WEEK

AVAILABLE SEPTEMBER 2016 -This large style (425 sq. ft.) STUDIO apartment is fully furnished throughout with modern contemporary furnishings which include a double bed and sofa, wooden flooring finishes off the modern look. Both the bathroom and the kitchen are original but both have been kept to a very high standard.

This Large ONE BEDROOM apartment offers a spacious entrance hall, one large bedroom, bathroom, fitted kitchen and reception room with a south aspect and slight view towards the River Thames. The property is offered furnished and is available Mid-August.

WEST SMITHFIELD, EC1 £410 PER WEEK

MIDDLE STREET, EC1 £475 PER WEEK

This brilliantly located large style 540 Sq. Ft ONE BEDROOM apartment offers a fully fitted kitchen with full size fridge freezer, dishwasher & washer dryer and integrated microwave oven. Other key features of this marvellous flat are it has a wonderful limestone bathroom and 24 hour concierge in the main entrance lobby.

This fantastic TWO-BEDROOM apartment that is a modern conversion of a Georgian terraced house. The KITCHEN is FULLY FITTED with a full sized fridge freezer, WASHING MACHINE and dishwasher there is also a dining area that will seat four people. Key features include its SILENT LOCATION and its security entry system.

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Chesterfield Hill, W1J £11,950,000

An exceptional six bedroom, new build townhouse set behind an original Grade ll Listed Georgian façade, in the heart of Mayfair. It has a lift, games room, cinema room and separate staff accommodation. Located close to Mount Street Gardens, the property is well placed for enjoying the best Mayfair has to offer, energy rating e. Dexters Mayfair 020 7590 9590

Myddelton Square, EC1R £6,000,000

Completely renovated in 2014 this Grade II Listed Georgian family home on Myddelton Square has five floors, six double bedrooms and two private garages. From Myddleton Square, the busy high street, shops and Angel station on Upper Street are just over a quarter of a mile away, energy rating e. Dexters Clerkenwell 020 7483 6369

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Lower Thames Street, EC3R

Hoxton Street, N1

This beautiful three bedroom penthouse apartment is located in Tower Hill and has breathtaking views overlooking the River Thames. With a private wrap around terrace, ideal for entertaining, energy rating c.

Set within a red brick building is this unique two/three bedroom apartment. Arranged over two floors, the property benefits from a private decked balcony and is situated in the heart of Hoxton, energy rating e.

Dexters City 020 7392 9111

Dexters Shoreditch 020 7483 6372

New Inn Street, EC2A

Marshall Street, W1F

Offering approximately 3,000 sq.ft is this four bedroom warehouse conversion in central Shoreditch. With a private garden and a quiet location just off Curtain Road and Rivington Street, energy rating e.

An impressive two bedroom, two bathroom ‘New York loft style’ apartment in West Soho. Set within an exclusive development with 24 hour concierge and private underground parking, energy rating c.

Dexters Shoreditch 020 7483 6372

Dexters Fitzrovia 020 7067 2402

£2,950 per week

£1,775 per week

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£1,500 per week

Tenants fees apply: £180 per tenancy towards administration, £60 reference fee per tenant and £144 towards the end of tenancy check out report (all inc VAT).

LETTINGS

£800 pw | £3,467pcm

Spice Quay Heights, 32 Shad Thames, SE1 • Private balcony

• Concierge services

• River views

• Pool, spa, sauna and gym

• Furnished

• 1,159 sq ft (approx)

• Close proximity to Tower Hill and London Bridge stations

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SALES

£995,000

Whitehouse Apartments, 9 Belvedere Road, SE1 • Located in the heart of Southbank • Views of the London Eye • Concierge services

• Residents’ leisure centre and pool • Communal rooftop terrace

• Moments from Waterloo station

For more information call our County Hall branch on: 020 7620 1600

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LETTINGS LETTINGS

£800 £800pw pw| £3,467pcm | £3,467pcm

Spice SpiceQuay QuayHeights, Heights,32 32Shad ShadThames, Thames,SE1 SE1 • •Private Private balcony balcony

• •Concierge Concierge services services

• •River River views views

• •Pool, Pool, spa, spa, sauna sauna andand gym gym

• •Furnished Furnished

• •1,159 1,159 sq sq ft (approx) ft (approx)

• •Close Close proximity proximity to to Tower Tower Hill Hill andand London London Bridge Bridge stations stations

For For more more information information call call our our Tower Tower Bridge Bridge branch branch on:on: 020 7234 0666 020 7234 0666

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SALES SALES

£995,000 £995,000

Whitehouse WhitehouseApartments, Apartments,99Belvedere BelvedereRoad, Road,SE1 SE1 • •Located Located in in thethe heart heart of of Southbank Southbank • •Views Views of of thethe London London Eye Eye • •Concierge Concierge services services

• •Residents’ Residents’ leisure leisure centre centre andand pool pool • •Communal Communal rooftop rooftop terrace terrace

• •Moments Moments from from Waterloo Waterloo station station

For For more more information information call call our our County County Hall Hall branch branch on:on: 020 020 7620 7620 1600 1600

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Chislehurst 020 8295 4900 Locksbottom 01689 882 988

Beckenham 020 8663 4433 Bromley 020 8315 5544

Farnborough Park BR6

Orpington 01689 661 400 West Wickham 020 8432 7373

£1,995,000 F/H

Little Oaks is a magnificent five bedroom mock Tudor detached house with a contemporary feel throughout. The property is situated on a generous plot within the prestigious gated community, Farnborough Park, Kent. Little Oaks has recently been refurbished throughout and is perfect for modern family living.

Contact Locksbottom 01689 882 988

Beckenham BR3

£1,350,000 F/H

Bramble Close is located on the highly desirable secure residential Park Langley development in Beckenham and would make an ideal family home. • •

Five Double Bedrooms Detached House

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Contact Beckenham 020 8663 4433

Excellent Location Energy Efficiency Rating C

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Five Bedrooms Completely Refurbished Throughout Underfloor Heating Energy Efficiency Rating D

Sevenoaks TN14

£1,650,000 F/H

Detached residence situated in the centre of the sought after village of Shoreham, offering approximately 3,916 sq ft of spacious accommodation. • •

Six Bedrooms Detached Residence

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Fabulous Garden Energy Efficiency Rating E

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Stunning five bedroom, four bathroom detached home set over two floors, offering approximately 4,417 sqft of accommodation. The property also benefits from a double garage and is set on a plot in excess of one acre, which includes a private walnut orchard.

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NEW OPPORTUNITIES

Berkeley Royal Arsenal Riverside

uyers seeking a beautiful home with a riverside view will soon have a range of new properties to choose from, at Berkeley Homes’ Royal Arsenal Riverside development in the Royal Borough of Greenwich. Waterfront III has now launched, the first in Royal Arsenal Riverside’s Waterfront series of homes to have balcony and terrace views of both the River Thames and the new Waterside Park. The 266 Manhattan Suites, one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments and penthouses are housed in an elegant 20-storey building by award-winning architects Allies and Morrison. Homes are spacious and light-filled, ranging in size up to 1,973 sq ft. Contemporary interiors by CID Interieurs blend natural limestone

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and textured wood finishes with a muted colour palette and reflective surfaces, reminiscent of luxury yachts on the water. Residents at the new Waterfront III also gain exclusive access to a new spa facility, The Waterside Club. Combining a 20-metre swimming pool, sauna and steam room, treatment room and gym, it is one of the largest facilities of its kind in any residential development in London. Additional benefits include a cinema room and 24-hour concierge service. Waterfront III residents will be served by excellent transport connections, including the on-site Elizabeth line (Crossrail) station. JLL has found that on average, residential prices around Crossrail stations will see seven per cent greater uplift between 2016-2020

compared to non-Crossrail stations, with Woolwich one of the areas set to benefit most from the new east-west route. There are also DLR and National Rail links in Woolwich, and residents can reach Canary Wharf in just eight minutes, Bond Street in 22 minutes and Heathrow in less than an hour. Waterfront III will also be accessible via boat, with the Thames Clipper collecting passengers from Woolwich Arsenal Pier and travelling to Greenwich, Canary Wharf and London Bridge all in less than 30 minutes.

From £427,500 for a Manhattan Suite

Royal Arsenal, Woolwich 020 8331 7130. royalarsenalriverside.co.uk

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Phase 2, just launched, includes suites, 1 and 2 bedroomhomes and family maisonettes. Call now to reserve your place: 020 7723 6733 Or register your interest: sales@islingtonsquare.com www.islingtonsquare.com

PROPERTY SHOWCASE Islington Square, Islington, N1

slington Square provides warehouse-style, newly built apartments in the transformed former North London Mail Centre, designed by awardwinning architect Piers Gough of CZWG Architects around a central pedestrianised boulevard, known as Esther Anne Place. Once complete, Islington Square will form a £400m 4.5-acre destination, providing 263 new homes, 108 serviced apartments and 170,000 sq ft of retail and leisure facilities. Large warehouse apartments – including studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments – threebedroom maisonettes and penthouses will range from 462 sq ft to 2,900 sq ft, making the most of the Edwardian building’s original features, such as high ceilings, tall windows and ornate external detailing. Designer fitted kitchens will have contemporary style wall and base units, stone worktops and integrated appliances, while bathrooms will have contemporary suites, bespoke vanity units and heated towel rails. Some apartments will have direct access to outdoor space and all will have access to communal gardens, one of which enjoys views overlooking Canary Wharf through to the City. On the ground floor of the buildings there will be shops and restaurants, as well as The Lounge Odeon cinema and a Third Space health club. The new 46,922 sq ft Third Space health club will include a gymnasium, training space, two swimming pools and fitness studios, along with a spa. The Lounge Odeon cinema will have six boutique screening rooms each with no more than 40 reclining leather seats, with food and drinks brought to guests in their seats during screenings at the simple touch of a button. Islington Square is just a 10-minute walk from Angel Station (Northern Line) and Highbury and Islington Station (London Overground and Victoria Line). Excellent transport links enable residents to be in the City in approximately 10 minutes and the West End in 20 minutes. For those wanting to travel further afield, Islington Square is not far from King’s Cross International Station, providing easy access to continental European destinations and London’s airports.

From £715,000. For more information, please contact: Savills, 020 7409 8756, savills.co.uk Knight Frank, 020 7861 5499, knightfrank.co.uk or Beauchamp Estates, 020 7499 7722, beauchamp.co.uk Islington Square 020 7723 6733 islingtonsquare.com

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STAY HOME FOR THE BEST OF CITY LIFE

When it comes to an address, King’s Cross has it all – right at the heart of London. Unbeatable connections, the historic Regent’s Canal, beautiful parks, gardens and squares, education, shopping, eating, culture, its very own Everyman Cinema and Paris in just over two hours. Two and three bedroom apartments from £1,235,000*, available for immediate occupation.

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INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO All things bright and beautiful This month, consider investing in opportunities from Kent to London, merging excellent city views and rural tranquil spaces. Whether investing or moving, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s something for everyone

yaldham manor estate, acorn new homes Yaldham Manor Estate is a unique collection of brand new, individually-designed four- and five-bedroom luxury homes within a private gated development. Set in an idyllic countryside location on the original grounds of the prestigious Yaldham Manor, these opulent homes offer space and versatility with a high standard of finishes. The development lies in the historic village of Wrotham, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Yaldham Manor is the former home of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, situated just

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seven miles from the quintessentially English market town of Sevenoaks, where you can find a comprehensive high street that offers an extensive range of independent shops and easy links into Central London. Prices from ÂŁ999,995 Yaldham Manor Estate, Wrotham, TN15 020 8315 6996 acornnewhomes.co.uk

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L and Q Quebec Quarter L&Q has launched the second phase of one-, two- and threebedroom apartments at Quebec Quarter, a collection of 151 private sale homes in the heart of Canada Water, one of the capital’s largest regeneration zones. Designed by Alan Camp Architects, Quebec Quarter offers an abundance of opportunities for outdoor living, with 65 per cent of the total site area dedicated to outdoor activities, including extensive communal grounds and play areas. Upper level properties incorporate extensive terraces with panoramic views across the surrounding cityscape.

Inside, properties come with contemporary kitchens complete with integrated top-of-the-range AEG appliances Inside, properties come with contemporary kitchens complete with integrated top-of-the-range AEG appliances, pristine bathrooms with smart white sanitaryware by Roca, and a mixture of Oak Animoso flooring and luxurious carpets throughout. Jubilee Line services from Canada Water offer fast commuting times to stations in the City and the West End, including Canary Wharf in two minutes, Waterloo in six minutes and Bond Street in 12 minutes. The area is set to become even better connected following the completion of the proposed Brunel Bridge in 2020 which has now gained support from the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan. A short walk from Quebec Quarter is the Surrey Quays Shopping Centre, part of British Land’s Canada Water Masterplan, which will be undergoing a £34m redevelopment over the next five years.

Cambium, Southfields Cambium, by award-winning global developer Lendlease, is a sustainable new development in Southfields, introducing a collection of 55 townhouses and 55 apartments. Comprising an eclectic variety of three-, four- and fivebedroom townhouses, each with their own garden and private off-road parking space or garage, Cambium also includes a wide selection of one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments. The development is centred around a newly created urban meadow featuring a 200-year-old oak tree, believed to have been planted by celebrated landscape architect, Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown. The development features energy-efficient LED lighting and air source heat pumps. In addition to the highly sought-after urban village amenities of Southfields, and the nearby Putney High Street and Wimbledon Village, Cambium is only a short walk from Southfields underground station. From here, residents can reach Earl’s Court in 12 minutes, Sloane Square in 19 minutes and Victoria in 23 minutes.

Prices for the first release of new homes at Quebec Quarter start from £560,000 for a one-bedroom apartment, £650,000 for a two-bedroom apartment and £775,000 for a three-bedroom apartment. Quebec Quarter, Canada Water SE16 0333 003 3663 quebecquarter.co.uk

The new apartments at Cambium are available from £429,950 and townhouses from £1.14m. For further details or to book an appointment contact 020 3817 7000 or visit cambium.london Cambium, Southfields SW19 020 3817 7000 cambium.london

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