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Dear Resident, September has arrived, which means that the summer holidays are over and the new school term is upon us. In our education-themed issue we round up local school news, provide a handy list of term dates and school contact details and interview the new acting head of Parsons Green Prep school. Elsewhere, we preview the best events and exhibitions taking place in Chelsea Design Quarter for the London Design Festival 2017 and spotlight a unique hot yoga studio in Parsons Green. William Monroe also gets to grips with new fine dining concept Rigo and finds out about EMR Home Designâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s latest renovation project. Enjoy the issue.

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[LOCAL INTEREST] shoots of success It’s a case of all hands to the pump – or should that be spade – at The Palace Gardener. The garden centre, which opened at the start of spring at Fulham Palace, exhibited successfully at The RHS Summer Urban Garden Show in July and has also launched a special bespoke trellis service, complete with a new trellis display area which features a number of different lattice types and colour options. The Palace Gardener will also host a series of exciting and innovative seasonal workshops over the coming months in order to coincide with Halloween, Christmas and Easter 2018. Bishop’s Avenue, SW6 6EE, 020 7099 6006, palacegardener.com

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NOTEBOOK

Keep your finger on the pulse with our round-up of local news

NORTH END ROAD MARKET The ever-popular North End Road Autumn market will be held on the 23 September, featuring more than 150 stalls, live music and entertainment. On the 130th anniversary of North End Road, the special edition of the market will feature stalls and the shops will be packed with fresh, seasonal produce, clothing and arts and crafts wares. Cuisine from across the globe including Caribbean, Ethiopian, Filipino, Italian and Korean will also be available. 9am-5pm, 23 September, lbhf.gov.uk

outdoor cinema Don’t put away those picnic blankets just yet. The Luna Cinema, the UK’s number one open air cinema concept, will be returning to Fulham Palace this September for al fresco showings of La La Land on 20 September and The Great Gatsby on 21 September. The screenings will be held on the main lawn and hot food and a bar are available. George Wood, founder of The Luna Cinema, said: “We’re really excited to be screening La La Land this season – [it’s] the perfect film to watch on a balmy summer’s evening.” To book tickets visit thelunacinema.seetickets. com. Fulham Palace, Bishop’s Avenue, SW6 6EA

TIME FOR TEA Fulham Good Neighbours is inviting over 60-year-olds for afternoon tea at Rosaline Hall on 1 October. The Silver Sunday – Afternoon Tea event is free to all and will feature tasty cakes, an energetic performance by MIA Dancers and a chance to meet and catch up with neighbours and friends. To book call 020 7385 8850, Rosaline Hall, 70 Rosaline Road, SW6 7QT, fulhamgoodneighbours.org

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the

education special

Keep up to date with the latest scholarly happenings in sw6

NEWSFLASH

We spotlight the latest education news, including a special 100 year anniversary

TERM TIME

A handy round up of term dates, heads, and contact details and addresses

Prep Work

The Journal chats to the new acting head of Parsons Green Prep School, Tim Cannell

SCHOOL

CONTACT DETAILS

TERM DATES

All Saints Primary School Head: Carol Gray Bishop’s Avenue, SW6 6ED

Tel: 020 7736 2803 Email: admin@allsaintsce.lbhf.sch.uk Website: allsaintsce.lbhf.sch.uk

Autumn term: 6 Sept - 20 Dec (Half Term: 23 - 27 Oct)

Kensington Prep School Head: Prudence Lynch Fulham Road, SW6 5PA

Tel: 020 7731 9300 Email: enquiries@kenprep.gdst.net Website: www.kensingtonprep.gdst.net

Autumn term: 7 Sept - 13 Dec (Half Term: 23 - 27 Oct)

Langford Primary School Head: Seamus Gibbons Gilstead Road, SW6 2LG

Tel: 020 7736 4045 Email: admin@langfordprimary.org.uk Website: langfordprimary.org.uk

Autumn term: 6 Sept - 21 Dec (Half Term: 23 - 27 Oct)

Parsons Green Prep School Head: Tim Cannell Fulham Park Road, SW6 4LJ

Tel: 020 7371 9009 Email: office@parsonsgreenprep.co.uk Website: parsonsgreenprep.co.uk

Autumn term: 6 Sept - 13 Dec (Half Term: 23 - 27 Oct)

St John’s Walham Green CE Primary School Head: Barbara Wightwick Filmer Road, SW6 6AS

Tel: 020 7731 5454 Email: admin@stjohnsce.lbhf.sch.uk Website: stjohnsce.lbhf.sch.uk

Autumn term: 6 Sept - 20 Dec (Half Term: 23 - 27 Oct)

St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School Head: Mrs J Flower Estcourt Road, SW6 7HB

Tel: 020 7385 8165 Email: admin@stthomasrc.lbhf.sch.uk Website: stthomasrc.lbhf.sch.uk

Autumn term: 6 Sept - 20 Dec (Half Term: 23 - 27 Oct)

Sinclair House School, Preparatory Head: Carlotta T.M. O’Sullivan Fulham High Street, SW6 3JJ

Tel: 020 7736 5869 Email: admin@sulivan.lbhf.sch.uk Website: sulivanprimaryschool.co.uk

Autumn term: 6 Sept - 20 Dec (Half Term: 23 Oct - 27 Oct)

Sulivan Primary School Head: Wendy Aldridge Peterborough Road, SW6 3BN

Tel: 020 7736 9182 Email: info@sinclairhouseschool.co.uk Website: sinclairhouseschool.co.uk

Autumn term: 7 Sept - 8 Dec (Half Term: 23 - 27 Oct)

Thomas’s Academy Head: Miles Chester New King’s Road, SW6 4LY

Tel: 020 7736 2318 Email: info@academy.thomas-s.co.uk Website: academy.thomas-s.co.uk

Autumn term: 6 Sept - 20 Dec (Half Term: 23 - 27 Oct)

Secondary Schools SCHOOL

CONTACT DETAILS

TERM DATES

Fulham College Boys’ School Head: Peter Haylock, Executive Principal Kingwood Road, SW6 6SN

Tel: 020 7381 3606 Email: fcbs@fulhamcollege.net Website: fulhamcollegeboys.squarespace.com

Autumn term: 6 Sept - 20 Dec (Half Term: 23 - 27 Oct)

Fulham Cross Girls’ School Head: Denise Fox Munster Road, SW6 6BP

Tel: 020 7381 0861 Email: school@fulhamcross.lbhf.sch.uk Website: fulhamcross.squarespace.com

Autumn term: 6 Sept - 20 Dec (Half Term: 23 - 27 Oct)

The Hurlingham Academy Head: Leon Wilson Peterborough Road, SW6 3ED

Tel: 020 7731 2581 Email: info@thehurlinghamacademy.org.uk Website: thehurlinghamacademy.org.uk

Autumn term: 4 Sept - 18 Dec (Half Term: 23 - 27 Oct)

Lady Margaret School Head: Elisabeth Stevenson Parsons Green, SW6 4UN

Tel: 020 7736 7138 Email: admin@ladymargaret.lbhf.sch.uk Website: ladymargaret.lbhf.sch.uk

Autumn term: 6 Sept - 21 Dec (Half Term: 23 - 27 Oct)

The London Oratory School Head: P Devereux (acting until January 2018) Seagrave Road, SW6 1RX

Tel: 020 7385 0102 Email: admin@los.ac Website: london-oratory.org

Autumn term: 6 Sept - 19 Dec (Half Term: 23 - 27 Oct)

The Moat School Head: Clare King Bishop’s Avenue, SW6 6EG

Tel: 020 7610 9018 Email: IMAGEoffice@moatschool.org.uk CREDIT Website: moatschool.org.uk

Autumn term: 7 Sept - 12 Dec (Half Term: 23 - 27 Oct)

*All dates and details were correct when compiled in August 2017, but may be subject to change. Please contact the schools directly for further information.

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[EDUCATION] FUNDS FOR FACILITIES The 2017/18 academic year is set to be an exciting one for Fulham College Academy Trust. The Trust has secured considerable funding from the Education and Skills Funding Agency to build state-of-the-art facilities on both the girls’ school site and the boys’ school site. At Fulham Cross Girls’ School there will be a new gymnasium and science building, while Fulham College Boys’ School will witness a science facility, new fitness suite and significant refurbishment of the listed building. Fulham College Boys’ School, Kingwood Road, SW6 6SN, 020 7381 3606, fulhamcollegeboys. squarespace.com Fulham Cross Girls’ School, Munster Road, SW6 6BP, 020 7381 0861, fulhamcross. squarespace.com

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Education A round-up of local school news in SW6

PREPPING FOR THE NEW TERM Paralympian Baroness Grey-Thompson has officially opened Kensington Prep School’s exciting new facilities. The school now has a new high-tech Explore Floor, multi-media recording studio, spacious classroom break-out spaces and an eco-greenhouse. The new spaces provide plenty of opportunities for independent exploration and collaborative work. At the opening Baroness Thompson met with a number of pupils and told them to “aim high”. 596 Fulham Road, SW6 5PA, 020 7731 9300, kensingtonprep. gdst.net

Lady Margaret School will celebrate its 100th birthday on 29 September and has planned a series of events throughout the academic year to mark the milestone. A birthday party will be held at school on 30 September, a service will take place on 17 October at Westminster Abbey, while a production of Noye’s Fludde at Cadogan Hall will be on 11 March. The school will be delighted to welcome old girls to the birthday celebrations, which will officially launch the centenary programme. Old girls are invited to get in touch with the school’s alumnae organisation LMX, hello@LMXgirls.org. Support from the local community and businesses is also welcome; email centenary@ladymargaret. lbhf.sch.uk. Parsons Green, SW6 4UN, 020 7736 7138, ladymargaret.lbhf.sch.uk

Shoe Smart The Papouelli AW17 school shoe collection will take the stress out of shoe shopping. Styles include brogues, loafers, lace ups and strap shoes – perfect for styleconscious small ones. Prices from £59, 187 New King’s Road, SW6 4SW, 020 7731 3315, papouelli.com

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[INTERVIEW]

head’s up

The Journal sits down with Tim Cannell, the acting head of Parsons Green Prep, to discuss his vision for the school What Will You bring to the role of acting head at Parsons Green Prep? I bring a wealth of experience in education: as a teacher, headmaster and an independent schools inspector. This experience will allow me to understand the school in context and offer dynamic and measured leadership, bringing changes that will enhance overall learning and wellbeing.

What vision do you have for the school? My vision is for a school that opens childrens’ eyes to the future, instills a hunger for learning and allows them to live their lives to the full while enjoying all that childhood has to offer.

How will your previous role as head of The Prebendal School help you? The schools are quite different in some aspects, but there are a number of similarities between the two, such as being co-educational and the size. I have experience of ensuring that the curriculum encourages the development of soft skills, such as determination, resilience and selfconfidence and this is something else I hope to bring to PGP.

What will you BRING TO THE SCHOOL THROUGH YOUR role as an ISI inspector? Being an inspector will help me to readily understand the strengths and relative weaknesses of PGP, identifying areas for development and strengthening. My skills as an inspector

will put any future development on a sure footing and mean I won’t be making changes just for the sake of change.

PGP recently won an award for outstanding STEM provision - ARE YOU AN ADVOCATE OF STEM? STEM is increasingly becoming a key component of outstanding schools. A robust STEM programme should encourage children to see how different skills and competences are interlinked and it is a delight to be joining a school at the forefront of preparing children for an ever-changing and technologically advanced future that is beyond our comprehension.

What’s more important in your eyes, exam results or creating well-rounded individuals? Academic excellence is of course at the heart of school life. However, education

is not just about this. It does not matter how academically successful a child is if they do not have self-understanding and the confidence to share their views with others. By making the creative arts a very important part of what we offer at PGP, we will give our children opportunities to enjoy sport, music, art and theatre at their own level.

Will you be taking part in any teaching? As a head for the past 12 years it has been important to me to maintain a small teaching commitment. I will not be responsible for a class but I intend to be in the classroom and to work with the children alongside the teachers. By understanding what is happening in the classroom, I can make the biggest difference to the quality of education. Tim Cannell is currently covering Helen Stavert’s period of maternity leave. Parsons Green Prep School, 1 Fulham Park Road, SW6 4LJ, 020 7371 9009, parsonsgreenprep.co.uk

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[PROFILE]

mum’s the word

Meet the mother of two behind the popular west London blog, Mummy in the City WILLIAM MONROE

ulham resident Tine Farstad is a mother to a five-year-old daughter and a son, aged two. On top of that she also works as a freelance financial journalist. There’s little time then for anything else, or so you would think. Tine however spends her spare hours and weekends bounding around west London with her daughter – and sometimes the whole family – in tow, and blogs about her explorations on her popular website Mummy in the City. As she explains, it’s the ideal lifestyle, marrying her inquisitive nature with her writing skills. “I used to have a travel blog,” she tells me. “But when I was pregnant with my first child I realised I would be doing less travelling, so it didn’t really make sense to continue. I work as a freelance financial journalist so I wanted to be writing. I started the blog just over five years ago. It’s something I love doing as I’m naturally restless and like exploring. It’s my hobby, it’s a fun thing to do on the side.”

She’s brimming with knowledge about family-friendly foodie options in the area The magazine-style blog focuses on toddler-friendly activities and events, and parents with small children in west London flock to it in search of fun family activities. The majority of Tine’s reviews focus on events, services, and restaurants. How does she juggle the blog alongside

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a job and parenting duties? With difficulty, is the answer. But Tine wouldn’t have it any other way. “The blog is something I start at 11pm most nights,” she laughs. “I go to a lot of events, I like to be busy so I’m always out and about. If I do have spare time during the day then I try to write, if not then it’s something I do late at night.” Tine lets me in on a few secrets as to the best places to take toddlers in Fulham, with ‘story time’ on Thursdays at Nomad Books a particularly popular option for young children. “For my daughter’s birthday we did a kid’s manicure at Blush and Blow,” she continues. “A lot of people don’t know this but Chel-Ski offer ski courses for five years plus, so I’m signing her up! We use the parks a lot in the summer time and Cuckoo Hibou is also a

really lovely place for children.” Having lived in Fulham for three years, she’s brimming with knowledge about family-friendly foodie options in the area. Breakfast in particular is top of Tine’s agenda, with St Clements, Hally’s and Gail’s – “I’m there almost every day” – all popular options. If she manages to get some downtime with her husband, The Sands End pub provides a refuge. “Fulham feels like we live in a village, even though we’re in London and have easy access to all the attractions and activities that it has to offer,” she says. “The area is very family-friendly, I love that we often bump into people we know in the street or in local restaurants.” mummyinthecity.com

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Leading from

the front The leader of Hammersmith & Fulham Council, Stephen Cowan, outlines ambitious plans to help business thrive during Brexit

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ow does Britain produce the next Steve Jobs or the next Martha Lane Fox? And how do we make sure that as the hottest new industries emerge it is British businesses and British skills that are leading the way? Here in Hammersmith & Fulham, we are doing just that. As a pro-business council that champions inclusive growth, our job is to provide the factors necessary for people to take advantage of opportunities. That means raising the levels of skills, ensuring strong infrastructure links and creating a proenterprise environment for businesses of all sizes. But it also means designing a borough that people want to work, relax and live in.

“Our new industrial strategy will drive the growth of our burgeoning bio-tech, creative and digital sector” Part of this is standing up for businesses who have felt battered by recent increases in their rates or companies who fear they will lose out when Brexit bites. So our new industrial strategy will drive the growth of our burgeoning bio-tech, creative and digital sector, as

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well as supporting smaller businesses and entrepreneurs. That includes creating clusters of innovation in these industries by requiring property developers to set aside part of every new building for affordable, flexible office space that fosters new businesses and our next generation of entrepreneurs. We’re also looking at innovative measures not normally associated with local councils,

including a new venture capital trust and business rate cuts for key sectors. The borough is already home to major global businesses such as GE, Disney and L’Oréal, and we have a strong heritage of successful businesses in media and digital. Our new growth partnership with Imperial College London will allow businesses and startups to work side by side with worldbeating academics, translating research into commercial reality. In other parts of the country, we have seen metro mayors leading the charge for their local economies by driving the skills, transport and health and social care agenda. We hope that our corner of west London will offer an unrivalled challenge – not just to other boroughs, but to the rest of Europe – as the best place to do business.

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VAGABOND RE-VAMP The award-winning retailer and wine bar Vagabond Wines has had a stylish refurbishment of its original Fulham store. Changes include increased seating for up to 60 people and comfy banquette and bar stools in the window areas, which are ideal for couples or small groups. Four beer taps featuring constantly changing guest brews have also been added to complement more than 100 bottles of wine available from the store’s unique sampling machines. 18-22 Vanston Place, SW6 1AX, 020 7381 1717, vagabondwines.co.uk

September at Locale Set in the heart of the Munster Village area, this restaurant and bar is a unique setting for a special celebration. Locale offers a full planning service for events including hen dos, birthdays, wedding days, corporate and Christmas parties. From the initial meeting with the events team to the moment you raise a glass to toast the occasion, you will benefit from a dedicated bespoke service.

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The main dining room at Locale is well proportioned and can seat up to 50 people for lunch and dinner. Exclusive hire can also be arranged for reception and cocktail parties for up to 90 guests.

FOOD & DRINK

NEW OPENINGS

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We’re hearing good things about this little Australianstyle takeaway coffee shop next to Parsons Green tube station. A range of drinks are available alongside a small selection of baked goods. 50 Parsons Green Lane, SW6 4NU

Little Sourdough Kitchens As the name suggests, this friendly artisan bakery specialises in freshly baked sourdough produce, including bread, croissants, brownies and buns. 237 Munster Road, SW6 6BT

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BURGERS FOR BRUNCH Haché Burgers has recently introduced a brunch menu to its Chelsea branch. Choose from items including the Full Parisian, which combines French flair with the traditional full English, and the decadent Breakfast Burger, featuring Scotch beef steak, smoked bacon, sweet potato rösti and fried egg. Lighter (and healthier) options come in the form of Avocado Toast – smashed avocado and poached eggs on sourdough with lime and chia seeds. 329-331 Fulham Road, SW10 9QL, 020 7823 3531, hacheburgers.com

Locale also boasts an awardwinning cocktail bar and an intimate lounge area, making it the perfect space for smaller gatherings and private parties. All menus are created by Locale head chef Cristiano Mattei, who uses fresh, seasonal ingredients to create innovative and delicious dishes. Flexible menus and packages have been designed to suit all budgets and ensure a delicious choice of food and beverage for all guests. 222 Munster Road, SW6 6AY, 020 7381 6137, localefulham.com

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[review]

Tales of the

UNEXPECTED The Journal embarks on a culinary adventure at Rigo, the latest addition to the Parsons Green foodie scene william monroe

ulham, for all its excellent and numerous restaurants, has no fine dining options. Until now, that is. Rigo, a new restaurant from Michelin-starred chef Gonzalo Luzarraga and co-founder Francesco Ferretti, has plugged the gap. The menu is a reflection of Gonzalo’s culinary odyssey, from his Gonzalo Luzarraga and Francesco Ferretti All images © Roberto Savio Photography childhood in Piedmont to his time working in European kitchens with renowned We start with a bottle of crisp house chefs including Alain Ducasse. white – Ronan by Clinet Bordeaux His culinary roots lie in Italian Blanc 2015, served in outlandishly cuisine, but there all semblance of large wine glasses to allow it to the conventional is replaced by a breathe – and snacks for the table. smorgasbord of unusual combinations. It’s clear that unusual is going to My friend and I are tackling the be the flavour of the evening. Fried six-course Signature Menu, which is an tripe with capers, a rose crisp and a expression of Gonzalo’s culinary heritage. delicious mortadella concoction set Gonzalo’s domain is an open kitchen at a precedent of quirkiness. Next up is the heart of the restaurant flanked by a Gonzalo’s signature dish; sea urchin small bar and two dining areas. Minimalist with bagna càuda, a traditional dish décor provides a contrast with the fine from Piedmont. The moreish broth-style dining concept. Perhaps the idea is to dish is deeply personal to Gonzalo, who focus attention solely on the food in was given his first sea urchin as a child a juxtaposition with the rather sterile while out fishing with his father and interior, but it’s an effect that I’m not has developed the dish throughout his totally convinced by. career. This snapshot of time reflects

a current of personal narrative that runs through the menu. The tomato tart with heart of Camone (a Sardinian tomato popular in salads), stracciatella barese and verbena extract is fresh and flavoursome. The following Spaghettoni dei fiori (spaghetti with edible flowers) served with yeast on top is uninspiring, but the Plume of Cinta Senese is excellent. It’s deliberately rare, really tender and dovetails well with a salty oyster, which tastes as if it’s been plucked straight from the depths of the sea. Dessert, unfortunately, is a disappointment. It’s Porcini Brûlée, a new take on a traditional crème brûlée, but the mushroom ice cream that crowns the dish is rather sickly in taste. If you’re looking to try something new and unique and want to give your taste buds a working over, then Rigo is the place. It’s good food and, even if I felt that some of the concoctions were a step too far, it certainly isn’t your average dining experience. In short, it’s well worth a try. 277 New King’s Road, SW6 4RD, 020 7751 3293, rigolondon.com

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[INTERVIEW]

that’s the spirit

We chat to Tom Jago, the man behind household names including Malibu and Baileys Irish Cream, about his latest venture, rare spirits brand Last Drop Distillers william monroe

You’ve been in the spirits industry for seven decades, is this the last hurrah for you?

what’s your personal favourite from The Last Drop collection? For me it has to be our first release: the 1960 Blended Scotch Whisky. I remember so vividly the first taste, straight from the cask, and realising that, after a hunt that had taken us all over Scotland and had us sampling hundreds of whiskies, we had found our treasure.

Not until I’m dead! I’m still working hard on new projects. The Last Drop Distillers was born out of [co-founder] James Espey’s and my mutual wish not to sit around twiddling our thumbs and our shared love for the spirits industry. In the world of distilled aged spirits, there’s always something old and fresh waiting to be uncovered.

Where did the idea come from for Last Drop Distillers?

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Peter Fleck, a very old friend and one of the founding directors, owns a chain of small luxury hotels called The Last Word in Rebecca Jago, Beanie Espey, James Espey, Tom Jago South Africa. He asked James and me to find an exclusive Scotch a warehouse in the Lowlands whisky to serve to his guests, of Scotland, untouched since and the name set off sparks it had been left over from a in our brains, which soon premium 12-year-old Scotch, turned into the bush fire you blended in 1972. see today.

And what’s the concept all about? We seek out very small, often forgotten, parcels of old spirits. Our original 1960 blend was a parcel of casks that were lying at the back of

You’ve lived in Fulham since 1986 – you must have a real affinity with the area?

What’s the oldest spirit you’ve released to the market?

Our current one, a 1947 ‘Hors d’Age’ Single Estate Cognac. It’s an exceptional cognac from a family who have been distilling

on their estate since the 18th century. My daughter Rebecca and I had the pleasure of visiting the current owner, whose father distilled it just after the end of World War II.

There must be setbacks when dealing with aged spirits? The most important thing to explain here is that old most definitely doesn’t mean good. The effect of wood can often spoil the spirit. We have a very simple judging system: the whole team has to taste and agree that we have found something truly delicious.

To be honest, my heart will forever belong to Cornwall, where I was born and raised. However, having lived in south west London all my married life, and having raised four children here, this is home. So we are rooted in this lovely part of the city, with the river and the green spaces on our doorstep.

And your favourite place for an alcoholic beverage? I like to drink a pint of beer at The White Horse. Other than that, my 6 o’clock whisky in my armchair at home is just about perfect! lastdropdistillers.com

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michelle mone launch

a taste of the tropics

Lady Michelle Mone OBE has launched the eponymous brand Michelle Mone Interiors, which will combine Britishinspired elegance with an emphasis on quality contemporary design and functionality. The company focuses on private residential and commercial properties in London and the UK, as well as global commissions. Worlds End Studios, 132-134 Lots Road, SW10 0RJ, 020 7349 7150, michellemoneinteriors.com

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Bernie de Le Cuona’s extensive global travels have inspired the latest accessories collection to be launched by her eponymous company. The new collection at de Le Cuona features four luxury cushion designs: The Tropics, The Island, The Bush Lodge and The Metropolis. The cushions are made in de Le Cuona fabrics and embellished with details including decorative fringing and metal embroidery. Prices from £180, Second Floor, North Dome, Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour, SW10 0XE, 020 7584 7677, delecuona.com

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INTERIORS

The latest interiors offerings for a stylish home

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in focus A six-day interiors event at Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour from 17-22 September will be one of the highlights of the seasonal design calendar. Focus/17 will feature 120 Design Centre showrooms, alongside other brands, and more than 100 immersive experiences including talks, demonstrations, workshops, receptions and tours. A Conversations in Design series on the main stage will feature a line-up of renowned international names. Trade preview 17-19 September, all welcome 20-22 September. Entrance to the event is free, Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour, Lots Road, SW10 0XE, 020 7225 9166, dcch.co.uk

moroccan adventures The Bahia Collection by rug company Loomah is inspired by travels in Morocco and the African, Arab and Mediterranean influences that make up the country’s rich tapestry of cultural heritage and architecture. The six-piece collection is based on Zellige, the traditional geometric mosaics that form a key part of Moroccan architecture. A colour palette of deep blues and shades of turquoise was inspired by a trip to the town of Chefchaouen, which is known for its distinctive blue-washed buildings. 592 King’s Road, SW6 2DX, 020 7371 9955, loomah.com

drummonds Drummonds’ flagship King’s Road showroom will feature two separate takes on the ‘Elements’ theme of Chelsea Design Quarter. The ins and outs of Drummonds’ traditional manufacturing process will be exposed, including techniques such as casting raw iron and lost wax casting. This intriguing experience will be juxtaposed with an exhibit of every element of the collaboration between Drummonds and leading designer Martin Brudnizki, including new pieces such as the Wandle bath and Derwent ceiling lights. 642 King’s Road, SW6 2DU, 020 7376 4499, drummonds-uk.com

[interiors]

Design

destination This year’s London Design Festival 2017 (16-24 September) will see the Chelsea Design Quarter adopt an ‘Elements’ theme – we preview the best events, interactive installations and exhibitions william monroe

deirdre dyson Deirdre Dyson’s ‘Windswept Leaves’ display will celebrate the beauty and diversity of nature. A designed carpet bedecked with images of leaves from British trees will be surrounded by 100 3D-printed leaves from the ‘Human Nature’ installation by Timothy Hatton Architects at Aqua Shard restaurant, which marked Sir David Attenborough’s 90th birthday in 2016. The design will be on display for four weeks from 16 September. 554 King’s Road, SW6 2DZ, 020 7384 4464, deirdredyson.com

bagno design Luxury bathroom brand Bagno Design is set to host a series of talks, networking events and exhibits which will adhere to the collective ‘Elements’ theme of Chelsea Design Quarter. The events will take place at the company’s new showroom on King’s Road and include exhibitions and pop-up boutiques by Georgina Boyce Fine Jewellery, Tattie Rose Flowers and jewellery retailer Hannah Shucksmith. 648 King’s Road, SW6 2DU, 020 7553 6999, bagnodesignlondon.com

Drummonds MBDS collection and Martin Brudnizki

THE RUG COMPANY The Rug Company will mark its 20th anniversary by launching an exciting capsule collection of handmade designer rugs. The rugs will be exclusively on show at the company’s King’s Road showroom to coincide with the London Design Festival 2017. The TRC20 collection features pieces by leading designers including Vivienne Westwood, Paul Smith, Alexander McQueen, Kelly Wearstler and The Rug Company co-founder Suzanne Sharp. 555 King’s Road, SW6 2EB, 020 7384 0980, therugcompany.com

[LIFESTYLE] aura london

Both images © The Perfect Bath by Barbara Sallick, Rizzoli New York, 2016

Aura London

Aura London will be showcasing a range of new products including furniture, lighting and accessories at its newly extended showroom on Lots Road. The collection, which is contemporary in style and fashion-inspired, has been crafted by artisans from across the globe and includes exotic veneers, leathers, Lucite and brass. Aura will also be exhibiting at 100% Design, the long-running design trade event (a ticket is required) from 20-23 September at Olympia London. 65-69 Lots Road, SW10 0RN, 020 7351 3211, auralondon.com

waterworks

Luke Edward Hall at home LDF 2017 Showroom

talisman Talisman’s emporium will be transformed into an innovative designer house for the duration of the festival and beyond, featuring spaces by eight interior and fashion designers plus florists and artists. Creatives taking part include Philip Colbert, Luke Edward Hall and Natalia Miyar. The installation will run until 6 October, while Talisman will also host a ticketed panel talk on 18 September featuring participating designers. To book a ticket for the talk, email rsvp@talismanlondon. com. Talisman, 79-91 New King’s Road, SW6 4SQ, 020 7731 4686, talismanlondon.com

Luxury bathroom and kitchen brand Waterworks will be hosting a talk by co-founder and senior vice president of design Barbara Sallick on 20 September. Barbara, who is also the author of The Perfect Bath, a chic guide to creating a dream bathroom, will discuss the challenging space that the bathroom represents and provide tips as well as intriguing historical insights built up from four decades of expertise. 20 September, 4.30pm-6.30pm, to reserve a place at the talk, email lberetta@ waterworks.com. 579-581 King’s Road, SW6 2EH, uk.waterworks.com

john cullen In an interesting take on the Elements theme, John Cullen Lighting will combine two elements – light and earth – in the form of a fusion installation curated by the French pioneers of OLED technology Blackbody and British design company Dare Studio. Vibrant OLED technology by Blackbody will be showcased alongside the more discreet architectural designs of John Cullen Lighting, while Dare Studio’s handcrafted contemporary wooden furniture provides the ‘earth’ element of the creation. 561-563 King’s Road, SW6 2EB, 020 7371 9000, johncullenlighting.com

[LIFESTYLE]

[INTEriors]

THE DESIGNING HAND We talk through EMR Home Design’s latest project with director Emilie Mauran WILLIAM MONROE

he director of EMR Home Design, Emilie Mauran, talks warmly and with enthusiasm about the company’s latest renovation project on Cambria Street. “The clients were different from my typical ones because I normally work with young families,” she explains. “Their priority was their living space, so the challenge was to optimise the space and add value without spending too much. I like a financial challenge because then you have to be clever about what you do.” The renovation of the three-storey townhouse involved a ground floor rear extension, a full internal refurbishment and a garden redesign. “They wanted to work on the light,” Emilie tells me. “We opened up everything to have a big living room with an open-plan kitchen. We put in a six-metre window, so the garden had to look stunning because it’s the main view when you come into the house.” The kitchen was redesigned with a focus on space and practicality. “They love to entertain so it needed to be big enough for that,” Emilie says. The master bedroom was also adapted to include an en suite bathroom and dressing room complete with bespoke joinery. Joinery is one of Emilie’s main interests, and she relished the challenge of meeting her clients’ individual needs when it came to their dressing room and storage. Emilie explains that the key to any successful project is a good relationship with both her clients and builders. “We really pay attention to project management. A team effort is how you get the most out of everyone.” As part of this hands-on approach, she has two

All images © David Butler

“I like a financial challenge because then you have to be clever about what you do” WhatsApp groups for each project – one for herself and her client and the other for herself, the client and the builder. It’s this personal service and attention to detail that makes EMR Home Design such an attractive proposition to many of its clients. Emilie is currently working on an array of different townhouse projects,

with the company expanding out of Fulham into surrounding areas. She’s also set her sights on renovating restaurants, as food is one of her major passions. Although she’s an expert in her field, Emilie explains that she doesn’t have a set formula. Instead, she enjoys taking on different projects and working with varying budgets and unique structural spaces. “I find it boring if I just replicate the same layout,” she says. “I enjoy having different challenges. It’s not just a job, it’s a passion.” EMR Home Design, 07484 922003, emrdesign.co.uk

VIEW FROM THE CLIENT “Emilie was amazing to work with. She instilled confidence at all stages of the build and design and offered the appropriate level of compromise, without reducing quality or practicality. I can’t recommend her more highly.”

BOUTIQUE ARCHITECTURAL STUDIO

www.emrdesign.co.uk E: emilie@emrdesign.co.uk | T: 07484 922 003

SALON SUCCESS Fulham Road hairdresser Seed Salon missed out on awards at the national Salon Business Awards 2017 by a hair’s breadth. The prestigious evening was held at London’s Century Club and the ethical brand was a finalist in the following categories: Design Salon of the Year, Salon Team of the Year and Ultimate Small Salon of the Year. 789 Fulham Road, SW6 5HD, 020 7731 5744, seedsalon.co.uk

SKINCARE STATEMENT

[news]

health & Beauty

A Fulham resident and mother of two has launched the first UK skincare range designed specifically for teenage boys. 31st State, founded by Californian Stephanie Capuano, is inspired by the natural lifestyle of the West Coast. The collection features a number of skincare and beauty products, with an emphasis on fresh fragrances and smart formulas designed to prevent and ease acne and build-ups. 31st-state.com

Keeping you looking and feeling your best this month

Essential yoga FACE it head-ON

At the Journal, we love Nars Cosmetics’ new Fall Collection. With bright and bold shades, there’s something to suit everyone, whatever the occasion. What’s more, one of our favourites is the Velvet Matte Foundation Stick – it’s easy to apply and has a blender – ideal for quick application or to top up your make-up throughout the day. From £19, narscosmetics.co.uk

Yogassential is the app that fitness fanatics have been waiting for. It connects you to local, trusted yoga teachers and you can choose the location – whether that’s the office, home or the park – time, style and teacher. You can also share the class and split the cost with up to four friends. Lesson prices range from £45-£120, to find out more visit yogassential.com

[LIFESTYLE]

[5 minutes with]

melissa mcintyre

The studio director and owner of The Hot Spot Yoga tells the Journal about Bikram Yoga in 40-degree heat, class camaraderie and sessions by candlelight william monroe

The Hot Spot Yoga is, as its name would imply, a

a client and now I’m the owner, so I have a unique insight into knowing what my clientele want.

hot yoga studio in Parsons Green. We teach Bikram Yoga in 60 and 90-minute classes. The ethos of the classes is to give people a wonderful hot home in which to practice.

We say come well hydrated – you’re going to sweat a lot. We recommend at least half a litre of water before you arrive and to have at least a litre of water during the class. As long as you come hydrated it’s like any other form of workout.

Bikram Yoga is a set sequence of 26 postures and two breathing exercises. No matter where you go in the world, the practice of Bikram will always be the same. It’s accesible to everyone, from beginner level to advance. You get a really meditative, restful state of mind.

On Friday and Sunday we do candlelit classes. It shifts the energy a bit. Bikram can be quite physical, so candlelight brings it down a notch and is a great way to unwind on a Friday or Sunday evening, before you head back to the office.

In terms of the physical benefits of hot yoga, it allows your body to become more flexible. It’s like a blacksmith heating the metal before they bend it; it’s the same with your body. It increases circulation and your lung capacity and it’s great for strength training and cardio. It’s also good for your skin and toning, it’s really an all-over workout in one.

The heat is there to assist; it accelerates your warm up. We start with a deep breathing exercise and you’re ready to go. It warms up the body from the inside out, allows a deeper stretch and to go into the postures

more safely. If you did a lot of the postures in a colder room and are not naturally flexible you could probably pull a muscle. The hot room gives you a safety net.

Everyone’s really supportive, there’s a great vibe at the studio. It’s one of the reasons I bought it. It appeals to all age groups, you get retirees, teens, millennials. It’s not a type of yoga where it’s female centric. It just ticks all the boxes.

I’m local, I’m actually my target customer! I’ve lived in the Fulham area for 16 years. I started practicing at the studio when it opened 12 years ago, I became a teacher four years after that and then I bought it. I come from the grassroots. I was

Image © Julian Bajzert Photography

25 Heathman’s Road, SW6 4TJ, 020 3696 6050, thehotspotyoga.co.uk

DIRECTORY

All of the essentials are taken care of in our roundup for harmonious living

Property Services [estate agents]

Carter Jonas Bishops Park 361 Fulham Palace Road Sales: 020 7731 3333 Lettings: 020 7751 8898 and Parsons Green 783 Fulham Road Sales: 020 7751 8899 Lettings: 020 7751 8898 Douglas & Gordon 656 Fulham Road 020 7731 4391

Knight Frank 203 New King’s Road 020 7751 2400

Snell & Snell 64 New King’s Road 020 7736 7739

Marsh & Parsons 103-105 Moore Park Road 020 7736 9822 and 333 Fulham Palace Road 020 7993 9888

Savills 191 New King’s Road 020 7731 9400 423 Fulham Palace Road 020 7578 9050

Strutt & Parker 701 Fulham Road 020 7731 7100

Chestertons Three offices – one great postcode 78 New King’s Road 020 7731 4448

[MOVING SERVICES] Abels Moving Services UK Residential, European and International Removals & Storage 020 3773 5796 info@abels.co.uk abels.co.uk

[international property adviser] Athena Advisers 45 Holmead Road 020 7471 4500 athenaadvisers.com

Fashion, Health & Beauty [fashion]

Essam Guenedy 273 New King’s Road 020 7751 3348 Iceblu 24a New King’s Road 020 7371 9292 Marc Wallace 261 New King’s Road 020 7736 6795 Claudia Sebire 136 Fulham Road 020 7835 1327 Ethical Collection ethicalcollection.com Allison Rodger 279a New King's Road SW6 4RD 020 7821 7000 allisonrodger.co.uk

[HAIR SALON]

Gina Conway 612 Fulham Road 020 7731 7633

[PHARMACY]

Palace Pharmacy 331 Fulham Palace Road 020 7736 3034

[SPECIALIST] Fulham Osteopathic Care 'Our practice was established by Isabel Diaz, Osteopath and Midwife from her home in Parsons Green' 959-961 Fulham Road SW6 5HY 0207 736 1846 07956 283 276 fulhamosteopathiccare.co.uk Elenique Aesthetics Skin Clinic ‘Improve your skin health and deepen your knowledge about skincare’ 959-961 Fulham Road SW6 5HY 020 3637 4549 contact@eleniqueaesthetics.co.uk eleniqueaesthetics.co.uk

Mortar & Milk 793 Fulham Road SW6 5HD 020 7731 3415 mortarandmilk.com

[PRIVATE HEALTHCARE] Coyne Medical 109 New King’s Road, SW6 4SJ 020 7731 3077 coynemedical.com Basuto Medical Centre An established independent family practice offering ongoing general medical care for individuals and families, including immunisations and health screening checks 29 Basuto Road, SW6 4BJ 020 7736 7557 basuto.com

[directory]

Home [HOME DESIGN] Finite Solutions 020 7371 8761 finitesolutions.co.uk Red Box Studio 19, Hurlingham Studios, Ranelagh Gardens, SW6 3PA 020 7381 1539 redboxlondon.com

End Studio A design led and bespoke construction company. 15 Fulham High Street SW6 3JH 020 7371 5050 end-studio.com EMR Home Design 19 Daisy Lane SW6 3DD 07484 922 003 emrdesign.co.uk

Sacre Bleu London sacrebleulondon.co.uk

Jo Cowen Architects Burlington House 184-186 New King's Road SW6 3JH 020 7371 0357 jocowendesign.com

[INTERIOR DESIGN] Emmanuelle Sirven The French touch in interior design. 07748 098 578 emmanuellesirven.com

Roundhouse 857 Fulham Road, SW6 5HJ 020 7736 7362 roundhousedesign.com

[WOOD FLOORING]

Bembé UK Ltd German craft since 1780. 315-317 New King’s Road 07794 906621

[TILING]

Porcelanosa Wandsworth Bridge Road 08444 818952

Schools & Nurseries Chelsea Independent College 517-523 Fulham Road 020 7610 1114

Fulham Cross Girls’ School Munster Road 020 7381 0861

Kensington Prep School 596 Fulham Road 020 7731 9300

Parsons Green Prep School 1 Fulham Park Road 020 7371 9009

Fulham Prep School 200 Greyhound Road 020 7386 2444

The Hampshire School 15 Manresa Road 020 7352 7077

Hurlingham and Chelsea School Peterborough Road 020 7731 2581

L’Ecole des Petits 2 Hazlebury Road 020 7371 8350

The London Oratory School Seagrave Road 020 7385 0102

Millie's House 344-346 Fulham Palace Road 020 7381 9523 163 New King's Road 020 7731 0440 Distillery Lane, Fulham Palace Road 020 8748 4303 millieshouse.net

Essentials [Builder]

William Gaze Ltd. Construction 28 Imperial Square 020 7078 8874

[plumbing]

Sweetapple Heating & Plumbing 130 Stephendale Road 020 7371 0409 07889 184146

[BuTCHER]

Parson’s Nose 753 Fulham Road, SW6 5UU 020 7736 4492 parsonsnose.co.uk

Parsons Green Plumbing Hurlingham Studios, Ranelagh Gardens, SW6 3PA 020 7731 5111 parsonsgreenplumbing.co.uk

[CLEANING SERVICES] Cleaning Services Fulham 020 3746 3064 Domestic Cleaners 020 3404 6962 Cinderella Cleaning & Ironing Services 0757 8798 422

Speciality shops and services [WINE MERCHANT]

[gifts]

[art gallery]

Last Drop Wines 492 King's Road 020 7351 2973 lastdropwines.com

Quirky Gadgets 823 Fulham Road 020 7736 6735

Pullman Editions 94 Pimlico Road, SW1W 8PL 020 7730 0547 pullmaneditions.com

[TICKETS & HOSPITALITY]

DTB Sports and Events 10 Plato Place, 72-74 St Dionis Road 020 7385 3553

fulham property

Stay on the money when it comes to the local market

Dymock Street, £1,425,000. Marketed by Knight Frank, knightfrank.co.uk

flying high

The Journal’s gaze is skywards this month as we take a look at some of Fulham’s best penthouses

NEW TO TOWN The managing director of Draker Lettings talks us through the agency’s new Fulham Road office

PLANNING PERSPECTIVE Roadworks, developments and a unique bridge complete with LED lighting in Chelsa Creek

[PROPERTY]

[PROPERTY news]

local matters Royal Brompton and Harefield NHS Foundation Trust plans on offloading valuable SW3 sites to fund new hospital wing

product & postcode Giles Barrett, Partner, Knight Frank Riverside Lettings

There has been a lot of talk in the industry recently about ‘product’ over ‘postcode’. This is the idea that London’s top areas can no longer

trade on postcode alone, they must have world-class product to match. When we consider the Fulham stretch of the Thames, from Wandsworth Bridge along part of the famous Boat Race as far as Hammersmith, there are the following three top new additions to consider. Fulham Riverside – A Barratt Homes scheme and set around beautiful communal gardens. It has some good lifestyle extras including a few unexpected ones – a rooftop ping

BKC has green-lighted plans to turn Chelsea Farmers Market into a new mixed-used scheme, despite something of a backlash from local residents. The well-known site at 125-135 Sydney Street – home to the Chelsea Gardener among others – is owned by Royal Brompton and Harefield NHS Foundation Trust, which is offloading some of its valuable local assets to raise funds for a new wing at the main Royal Brompton Hospital. PDP-designed proposals went in last July seeking consent to replace the garden centre and mix of retail and food outlets into four blocks delivering 59 resi units, “flexible” retail space (Class A1, A2, A3) and some landscaped public areas. Some 136 objections have come in from residents, with just three in support, but planners have decided to go with the idea on the basis that the redevelopment “provides opportunity to mend the fragmented townscape and provide uses, public realm and architecture which could enhance the setting of the surrounding conservation areas and other designated heritage assets”. The four new part five, part six-storey

pong table and outdoor gym.

buildings – referred to as Sister Block, Mews, Garden Block and Britten Street – will throw up a range of resi options, from flats to mews houses, with associated parking, private gym and residents’ swimming pool. As the scheme will be directly funding a new hospital wing, there’ll be no onsite affordable housing. The terraced houses that used to occupy the SW3 site were demolished in the 1970s, and the 1980s saw a set of what RBKC describes as “ad hoc, shed-like” structures go up in their place, with other areas used for car parking. The Council has also Ok-ed the redevelopment of four Grade II listed properties owned by the Trust at 117-123 Sydney Street. The buildings – which are being offloaded for the same purpose – are now set to deliver four resi units at part ground, first and second floors with retail Class A1, A2, A3 at ground and lower ground levels. PDP drew up the designs for both schemes, with DP9 sorting planning.

Fulham Reach – A St George scheme with some of the best ‘lifestyle extras’ I have come across anywhere on the Thames. These include a private members’ club featuring an array of hotel-style facilities such as a gymnasium, swimming pool, sauna, steam room, virtual golf, snooker room, wine cellar and screening room. Queen’s Wharf – A Mount Anvil scheme and one of the team’s favourites. Smaller and more personal than some of the larger schemes, it sits next to the Grade II listed Hammersmith Bridge and offers some of the very best views of the river. It will house the remodelled Riverside Studios with theatre, café, restaurant, bar and cinema. Due to the rise of recent high-quality completions on the river, Fulham can stake a claim to both a first-class postcode and product. Knight Frank Riverside, 020 3641 5871 knightfrank.co.uk

[PROPERTY]

[PROPERTY news]

PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT Important plans affecting your area

match day madness Here’s our handy guide to Fulham FC and Chelsea FC home games so you can avoid the gridlock FULHAM FC

chelsea FC

9 September:

17 September:

3pm

1.30pm

12 September:

30 September:

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23 September: 3pm

BRIDGING THE GAP

A spectacular LED bridge has been built in Chelsea Creek

his unique bridge across the canal at Chelsea Creek was commissioned by St George and designed by architects Broadway Malyan. It is the first of its kind in the UK to use up-lit acrylic rods as balustrades. The design comprises 336 acrylic rods in total and a single LED up-light under each rod which creates a lovely night-time effect. The bridge is designed as a sculptural element, enriching residents’

experiences and creating desirable views across the canal. It also has practical benefits, linking the boulevard on Park Street to the gardens behind Countess House and The Chelsea Creek Tower and offering local residents a route to and from Imperial Wharf Station. The Bridge is 3m wide and 23.5m in length and consists of curved steel beams, curved lightweight acrylic rod balustrades, timber decking and handrails, with feature lighting to the bridge and below.

PLANNed roadworks and closures Mendora Road

Fulham High Street

Britannia Road

19 Sep – 3 Oct

3 October – 6 October

6 October – 16 October

Snagging works lift paving

PRV service, no excavation,

Install/replace/remove

bay paving, relay adjust,

chamber opening only LP main

ground-mounted

cover and frame.

Thames Water

switchgear/transformers

Kensington & Chelsea

0845 9200 800

UKPN East & Lon LTD

020 7361 3000

0800 028 4587

[PROMOTIONAL FEATURE]

The Albert Suites

the luxury care experience With restaurant-quality food, chauffeur-driven outings and a butler to meet residents’ every wish, the Albert Suites is taking nursing care to new heights

brand new facility called the Albert Suites is setting an unprecedented benchmark in caring for individual needs. Spearheaded by retirementcommunity operators and aged-care experts LifeCare Residences, the Albert Suites brings a 30-bed nursing home to within a stone’s throw of Battersea Park, dispensing with traditional care programmes that revolve around set meal times and medicine trolleys, and redefining what it means to offer truly personalised care. With a quiet and peaceful ambience, each resident at the Albert Suites has their own private room, with ensuite facilities. The on-site chef prides himself in providing restaurantquality food cooked to each resident’s taste, all the while taking into consideration the nutrients that will aid each person’s health needs. Lunch, supper, and afternoon tea can all be served when desired.

The Albert Suites believes in an enriched quality of life for all Medicine rounds and hospital trolleys are banished, and replaced with the silver-service delivery of tablets and remedies on a timetable that works best for the individual. While some care homes might long ago have dispensed with exercise and

fitness, at the Albert Suites, the on-site pool, gym, and spa bath, together with a suite of physiotherapists and occupational therapists are on hand to help with gentle exercise, rehabilitation, and wellness. There’s also an on-site salon equipped to offer beauty treatments, from hairdressing and manicures, to massage, all within the convenience of the Albert Suites facility. Life at

the facility extends beyond mealtimes and medicines, however. The Albert Suites believes in an enriched quality of life for all – whether a resident is there for a holiday, a post-operative stay, or longer term, round-theclock care and support. In addition, a dedicated lifestyle coordinator is on hand to devise entertainment tailored to each resident’s personal interests. A dedicated butler service ensures that every resident feels extra-special, and that even their most exacting of needs – beyond the medical or social – is fulfilled. To make an appointment or to arrange a personal tour on a date that suits you, call 020 7129 7856 or email albertsuites@ batterseaplace.co.uk. www.albertsuites.co.uk

Dymock Street, Fulham, SW6 4 bedroom house for sale close to South Park A stunning family house which has been extended and refurbished to an exceptionally high standard by the current owners, situated moments from South Park, SW6. Approximately 144 sq m (1,550 sq ft). EPC: D. Freehold Guide price: £1,425,000 KnightFrank.co.uk/Fulham

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KnightFrank.co.uk/Fulham Fulham@knightfrank.com 020 8115 8643

@KF_SWLondon KnightFrank.co.uk

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A top-floor apartment with sun-drenched rood terrace. Matching people and property in London for over 160 years.

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Maxwell Road, SW6 ÂŁ2,395,000 An imposing four-bedroom house with a larger-than-average garden, located in the heart of the Moore Park Estate and within easy reach of Fulham Broadway and Chelsea. EPC=C Fulham Sales: 020 8033 9049 sales.ful@marshandparsons.co.uk

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[PROPERTY]

[interview]

Living is Easy When

life’s for rent Draker Lettings has opened an office on Fulham Road to much fanfare as the Journal finds out FRANCESCA LEE-ROGERS

his summer, Fulham Broadway welcomed a new resident in the form of Draker Lettings. The dynamic, hardworking lettings agency has opened its second office on Fulham Road and has witnessed a deluge of enquiries from landlords and tenants eager to sign up since the office opened its doors in July. The Journal was keen to find out more over a cup of coffee with Draker’s managing director, Tim Hassell… “A lot of people who start their own business set out to reinvent the wheel, when the reality is that few manage to make their existing model work as well as it should.” Wise words from the man who is at the centre of Draker Lettings’ rise to success. Tim Hassell’s ethos is simple – work hard to offer 24/7 honest reliable client care, delivered consistently, leading him to expand Draker’s successful operation with a second office on Fulham Road. Previously serving Fulham from Draker’s Sloane Square address, Tim always had his sights set on opening a dedicated office in SW6. So the combination of a strong market and a great location, meant that he was ready to grow the business and open a Fulham office. Barely a couple of months in, Tim and his team have already noticed significant differences between Chelsea and Fulham’s landlords and tenants. “I learned quickly that Chelsea is more formal, whereas in Fulham you have to be more approachable.

Drayton Gardens, £4,300 per week, available to rent through Draker Lettings

“I have met the most incredible and diverse bunch of landlords and there’s so much positivity around the whole process. I find it quite overwhelming – we’re genuinely making a difference to our clients’ lives.” It is this approach that Tim prides himself on. With a genuine and refreshing perspective, he tells me how he has never wanted to be a “ruthless business person”, and that instead, he believes in “hard work, logic, system, structure and kindness”. It’s about understanding and helping your clients to achieve what they need with a focus on care, integrity and trust.” This model has clearly paid dividends for Tim, who in 2010 opened

his Sloane Square office securing an impressive £12,000 in rental fees in the first month. “In seven years, we grew to just under £2.5m in revenue, and last year alone, we let more than 500 properties.” It is such drive, ambition and local market insight, that has seen Tim and his team succeed in letting 30 properties in the first four weeks since opening in Fulham, and already the office has 50 properties on its books. Tim is someone who believes that his actions should match his words and as a tenant himself, he has firsthand experience of what it means to rent in London. “This is the way the market is heading; every indication is that life is easier if you rent.” 581 Fulham Road, SW6 5UA, 020 7042 1200, draker.co.uk

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RETREATS We take things up a notch by spotlighting some of Fulham’s smartest, gravity defying penthouses WILLIAM MONROE

The Tower Penthouse, poa, marketed by Knight Frank’s Riverside office This exquisite five-bedroom duplex penthouse is located on the top two floors of the prestigious Chelsea Creek Tower, offering extensive living areas and panoramic views over the London skyline. The luxurious penthouse features extensive external terracing with an al fresco kitchen, cocktail bar, dining area and hot tub. Residents also benefit from exclusive use of a stateof-the-art health and fitness centre in Chelsea Creek, managed car parking and a 24-hour concierge service. Matthew Smith, office head

Madison Apartments, £3,250,000, marketed by Strutt & Parker’s Fulham office Located on the fourth and fifth floors with extraordinary panoramic views across south west London, this beautifully crafted property spans 2315 sq ft of internal space with a further 1,938 sq ft of outdoor space across three terraces. Conveniently positioned close to the River Thames in a highly desirable area of Fulham, this fantastic property also benefits from a private lift and off-street parking for two vehicles. Roseanna Purbrick, associate

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Thames Quay, £7,000pw, marketed by Knight Frank’s Riverside office This spectacular five-bedroom penthouse is situated in the sought-after location of Thames Quay, Chelsea Harbour. The immaculate duplex apartment has been finished to exacting standards and benefits from double aspect views from the reception room and two balconies. The accommodation comprises five double bedrooms, four bathrooms, a reception room with a large open plan kitchen and two balconies. Giles Barrett, senior lettings manager

the dual-aspect nature of many of its rooms, the spacious apartment benefits from an abundance of natural light throughout the day.

Watermans Quay, £2,250,000, marketed by Marsh & Parsons’ Bishop’s Park office Occupying the ninth and tenth floors of this well-established and sought-after development on the banks of the Thames, this striking four-bed duplex penthouse is presented in a simply exquisite condition. Notable features include a vaulted ceiling to a fantastic entertaining space, complete with an internal conservatory which benefits from uninterrupted river views. Due to its elevated position and

Matt Hodder-Williams, associate director, sales manager CONTACT THE AGENTS For enquiries regarding the Tower Penthouse, contact Matthew Smith at Knight Frank Riverside on 020 8128 4853, knightfrank.co.uk For enquiries regarding the Thames Quay penthouse, contact Giles Barrett at Knight Frank Riverside on 020 8022 1376, knightfrank.co.uk Marsh & Parsons Bishop’s Park office, 333 Fulham Palace Road, SW6 6TE, 020 7993 9888, marshandparsons.co.uk Strutt & Parker Fulham office, 701 Fulham Road, SW6 5UL, 020 7731 7100, struttandparker.com

Walham SW6 Sherbrooke Road, SW6 Walham Grove, Grove, SW6

£3,595,000 Freehold £950 per week * £3,595,000 Freehold

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Lilyville Road, Mimosa SW6 Mimosa Street, Street,SW6

£2,450,000 £725 per week *

AnAn extremely elegant three storey two Victorian terraced forming outstanding three bedroom bathroom splithouse level flat, with part a An outstanding of this highly desirable tree lined street. private West facing roof residential terrace. 2,224 sq. sq. m) 978 sq ft (206.61 (90 sq m) 978 sqft. Double reception room | Kitchen/dining | Master bedroom ensuite bathroom Reception room || Integrated kitchen | Three bedrooms with with excellent storage Reception room Integrated kitchenroom Three further bathroom bedrooms | Study | Shower | Cloakroom | Utility room | Garden Contemporary shower over the bath | Wet room | Private roof terrace Contemporary bathroom with with shower over room Fulham 020 fulham@struttandparker.com Fulham 020 7731 7731 7100 7100 || fulham@struttandparker.com *The following Tenant charges may apply prior to tenancy commencement: Tenancy Agreement £222 (inc VAT) Credit References per per application application £54 £54 (inc (inc VAT). VAT). All All advertised advertised prices prices are are excluded excluded and and other other associated associated services. services. *The services. *Thefollowing followingTenant Tenantcharges chargesmay mayapply applyprior priorto totenancy tenancy commencement: commencement: Tenancy Tenancy Agreement Agreement £222 £222 (inc (inc VAT) VAT) Credit Credit References References per application £54 (inc VAT). All advertised prices are excluded and other associated

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