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A Chelsea Centenary
A Rose By Any Other Name
Mike Peake delves into the glorious, 100-year history of the world-renowned RHS Chelsea Flower Show
Angelina Villa-Clarke talks to David CH Austin, founder of the UK’s leading rose breeder, David Austin Roses
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A Real Character
Three Wheels On His Wagon
Ahead of the much anticipated release of Baz Luhrmann’s The Great Gatsby, we speak to its star Carey Mulligan
Matthew Carter takes the Morgan 3 Wheeler Gulf Edition out for a spin and is utterly enchanted by it
40 Underwater Art & Flower Power Carol Cordrey takes a closer look at Linda Alexander’s floral paintings and Alexander James’ underwater photography
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Editor’s Letter
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50 Lange’s Legacy Richard Brown interviews A. Lange & Söhne’s CEO about maintaining the brand’s position in the watchmaking hierarchy
Local Profile
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Spotlight On...
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Art & Antiques
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Collection
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Fashion
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Interiors
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Motoring
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Travel
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Drinking & Dining
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London Living
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Property
April/May Cover: Image taken from The Temple of Flora (TASCHEN) A Group of Carnations Painter: Peter Henderson Engraver: Caldwall, 1803 Š2008 Missouri Botanical Garden, St. Louis See p. 30
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From the EDITOR “Acknowledging the striking coloration of the carnations in this plate, Thornton termed them Bizarres, Flakes and Piquettes. To the first group belong the red blossoms in the middle and to the right, which he called the Midwinter’s Duchess of Wurtemberg and Caustin’s British Monarch; the second group includes those above and bottom left, namely Palmer’s Duchess of Dorset and Palmer’s Defiance; and finally, come the Piquettes... left of centre, Davey’s Defiance and lower right, Princess of Wales.” As will be clear from the cover of this issue, described above by Robert John Thornton in The Temple of Flora, we are celebrating the annual floral and horticultural showcase that is the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, taking place from 21 to 25 May on a 12-hectare site in the grounds of the Royal Hospital Chelsea. For 100 years, crowds have flocked to this prestigious, world-renowned local event; Mike Peake consults expert Brent Elliott about this year’s centenary celebrations, which will undoubtedly be glorious (p. 12). Our sense of anticipation has been heightened by speaking to several designers about their 2013 show gardens; Roger Platts, Robert Myers (pp. 16-19) and Chris Beardshaw (p. 42) share the plans for, and inspiration behind, their gardens for M&G Investments, Brewin Dolphin and Arthritis Research UK respectively. Angelina Villa-Clarke investigates the history of the UK’s leading rose breeder David Austin Roses (p. 78), a company founded in 1969 and the winner of 16 gold medals at Chelsea to date. Staying close to our theme, Olivia Sharpe puts the spotlight on Chelsea Green, past and present (p. 34) and Gemma Taylor uncovers the fascinating history of Edwardes Square in W8 (p. 20).
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Local support and enthusiasm for the Flower Show is, quite rightly, evident throughout the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea during the whole month of May so I’d urge you to wander around as much as possible; we love the annual Chelsea In Bloom (p. 44) competition among local retailers and look forward to seeing how each of them interprets this year’s theme, The Decades. Cross your fingers for some sunshine...
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A Chelsea
Centenary It’s 100 years since the first RHS Chelsea Flower Show and, in celebration of this milestone anniversary, Mike Peake looks back to its glorious past, speaking to the authority on the subject, RHS historian Brent Elliott
Crowds with lupins on right (1934). An exhibition will be held in the Great Pavilion on the history of Chelsea
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elling a bloom-aficionado that this May marks the centenary of the Chelsea Flower Show is a bit like telling children that it’s Walt Disney’s birthday and that maybe Orlando is worth a visit. Irrespective of special occasions, some things in this world are simply a ‘must-do’ and Chelsea is one of them – although if there is any extra-loud cheering to be done around the grounds of the Royal Hospital in a few weeks’ time, we’ll be roaring (in a genteel way) with the best of them. One hundred glorious years since the first Chelsea Flower Show, this event remains the most important – and prestigious – gathering on the flower lover’s calendar. Every bit the start of the ‘summer season’, and all the Pimms, fresh strawberries and outdoors fun that goes with it, Chelsea usually manages to coax the sun out for at least some of its five days, and remains a riot of colour and fragrance that brings life to the whole of London. This year there will be nostalgia at every corner, including a photographic exhibition featuring a large collection of striking images from across the past 100 years, and the man everyone will want to talk to is Brent Elliott, the official RHS historian. Luckily, we managed to get to him before the crowds wore him out.
What can you tell us about the very first show? It was held in 1913 in the grounds of the Royal Hospital, just as it is today. Before then, the RHS’ Great Spring Show had been held at the gardens of the Inner Temple but in 1912 that show was cancelled in order for the RHS to collaborate with various other organisations on the Royal International Horticultural Exhibition, and Sir Harry Veitch, the director of a large nursery on the King’s Road, arranged for the Chelsea Hospital to be the setting for it. It proved to be such a good place for a flower show that the RHS wrote to the Temple Gardens saying their services would no longer be required.
Were the show’s much-loved tents and marquees a feature of that very first event? There was just one tent back then; other tents were added later and then in the 1920s there was a move towards two big tents. In 1951 a huge marquee was put up instead and for nearly half a century that remained the basis of Chelsea; it was in the Guinness Book of Records for many years as the world’s largest tent. In 2000 it was replaced by the pavilion, which is what we currently have, and it is a new, modular structure. It’s much easier to assemble, although it does take about 40 lorries to carry all of it.
What happened to the old tent? It was cut up and turned into handbags and aprons and things like that. The RHS set up a short-lived company called the Old Chelsea Marquee Company to look after it all. There was a lot of fabric to work with because it wasn’t just the retiring tent but its predecessor which had been kept in storage.
What’s known about the show around the war years? During the First World War Chelsea was held in 1915 as normal because no one was expecting the war to be a long-lasting thing. It was also held in 1916 on a much reduced scale but there was a lot of criticism that it was happening at all at a time when everyone should be concentrating on growing food. The RHS then cancelled it until the war was over and in 1939, having learned from the experience, made the decision not to hold it during the war. The
Right, from top/ Queen Mary with group at Chelsea Flower Show (1913); Beatrix Havergal (1901-1980); Visitors to the Chelsea Flower Show (1976); Three Chelsea Pensioners (1935) All images courtesy of RHS Lindley Library
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Preparing a model garden (1931)
1920s, of course, saw the start of the famous Chelsea tea parties, which ran up until the 1970s and were organised privately, alongside the show. Very much a society event, they were something visitors might move on to after they’d left.
Has the show always had such an international feel? I think so – every year there have been exhibits from overseas and I think, more than any other show, Chelsea has a reputation for its international character. In 1937 there was a special event called The Empire Exhibition for the coronation of King George VI which had stands from each of the major countries in the British Empire and an additional stand for mandated territories. So there were exhibits from Africa, Canada, Burma, Australia, Fiji and so on, all exhibiting specimens of their local flora.
Was it a logistical nightmare trying to bring living plants in? Not really, because transporting live plants had ceased to be a problem by the 20th century. The introduction of the Wardian case, which was first used in the 1830s by nurseries to import plants, meant that the odds went from something like one in 100 plants making it back alive to more than 99 per cent. Back in the show’s early days, when George Forrest and Frank Kingdon Ward were tramping through China and Burma and the Himalayas collecting plants, a lot of new primulas were introduced at Chelsea.
Did you know? • The first show cost the RHS £3,365 to stage and made a profit of £88. • Japanese dwarf trees, or Bonsai as we know them today, were seen at the very first show in 1913. • In 1927 there was a campaign to get the RHS to ban foreign exhibits from Chelsea to reduce competition with British firms. The RHS refused, saying, “horticulture knows nothing of nationality”. • BBC television coverage of the Chelsea Flower Show began in 1958. Today the BBC screens 11 hours dedicated to it. • In 2009 Top Gear presenter James May created a Plasticine Show Garden. Fittingly, he was presented with a special Plasticine Gold Medal. • The spectacular centenary line-up will include 15 Show Gardens, 11 Fresh Gardens, 8 Artisan Gardens and 150 exhibits from nurseries and florists in the Great Pavilion.
It’s been an amazing 100 years – do you see the Chelsea Flower Show still being with us in 2113? I’m afraid my crystal ball doesn’t extend that far ahead! But I do know that in the 1980s there were fears that the show was getting too large and a study was commissioned to try and find other venues where it might move to. The conclusion was that it had to stay at Chelsea because nowhere else was sufficiently good for it.
RHS Chelsea Flower Show: A Centenary Celebration by Brent Elliott Frances Lincoln, £25 (hardback)
Booking in advance is essential For tickets and information, visit rhs.org.uk/chelsea
Opposite, clockwise from top/ Leaflet for 1938 Show. Band of H.M Grenadier Guards advertised; Charles McLaren, 3rd Lord Aberconway and Ken Aslet; Page from the RHS guard book showing admission tickets for 1947; Prince Phillip, Edmund de Rothschild (1960s); Charles McLaren and Queen Elizabeth II; Roses at the Chelsea Flower Show (1965); RHS Staff at the 1913 Flower Show An exhibition will be held in the Great Pavilion on the history of Chelsea All images courtesy of RHS Lindley Library
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In the 80s, amid fears the show was getting too big, a study was commissioned to find other venues...
...The conclusion? It had to stay at Chelsea because nowhere else was sufficiently good for it
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The Secret Gardens
Rebecca Wallersteiner meets two very different, high profile Chelsea exhibitors – landscape architect Robert Myers and garden designer Roger Platts – to find out what makes their gardens this year so special Embrace the romance of the quintessentially English garden with Roger Platts’ gorgeous design, capturing the spirit of Chelsea past and present. A thatched roof, pool, oak summerhouse and long grass may be more commonly associated with the English countryside but this award-winning Kent designer brings them together to pay tribute to the early days of Chelsea – with his aptly entitled Windows through Time. This is his second garden sponsored by M&G Investments, which pioneered unit trusts, and he has been planning its design since last summer. A seasoned Chelsea exhibitor since 1976, Roger’s inaugural show garden for M&G won a gold medal and the People’s Choice Award in 2010. He has served on several RHS Committees and acted as a show gardens judge since 2001. “Spring is my favourite season and the perfect time to feel inspired by nature so it is fitting that Chelsea falls in May,” Roger tells me. “My garden will be very traditional to reflect Chelsea’s centenary and it uses a diverse range of plants including native British plants and flowers; roses, dogwood and spotted laurel and perennials.” He aims to show how garden design, which should trigger the imagination and excite the onlooker, has evolved over the decades. His garden successfully blends the old and the new – feeling both traditional and modern – thanks to contemporary features in an unmistakably Edwardian atmosphere. “We will be facing north and relatively sheltered, so the front of the garden will be resplendent with sun-loving roses and bright pink and purple perennials,” he says. Shade-loving holly and ferns have been planted towards the rear of the garden. Roger was 14 when he chose gardening as a career and he trained as a horticulturalist after leaving school.
Roger Platts has served on several RHS Committees and as a show gardens judge since 2001 “I then worked in nurseries in the UK and Denmark before starting my garden design business in 1989. I feel fortunate to love my work.” Even with such a wealth of experience, does he worry about things going wrong? “I can’t bear to contemplate [it]. The most challenging aspect of British gardening is our unpredictable weather, which is a lottery at the best of times and we may have to cope with hail-stones, flooding or even a heat-wave.” Windy conditions and late frosts during planting make life difficult. “The weeks before opening are crucial and we
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prepare well in advance. I advise my team to eat, drink and sleep well during the 17-day build up, as we need to keep healthy to cope with the physical and mental strain of getting the garden built on time,” he adds. “It takes around three weeks to set up at Chelsea. During the first and second week we focus on the garden’s construction – laying the paving and constructing the summerhouse – and the third week is all about planting.” To take visitors back to the Edwardian era Roger has installed a sculpture window, framing his garden, to give the impression that the viewer is looking back through time to 100 years ago. Eyes will be drawn to the garden’s traditional features including an oak summerhouse, brick wall and cast iron gate. Sandstone paths will meander through beds of lush perennials and fragrant roses – offering a visual feast. “My garden includes a wild planting area consisting of long grasses and flowers that will invite wildlife. I’ve also selected plants that will encourage pollinating insects,” he says. There will be plenty of vibrant colours, with dark green foliage in the shady area using ilex, aucuba and laurel to contrast the white and blue flower of iris, brunnera and geranium around the water and the pinks and purple of shrub roses. The centre will be romantically ablaze with a mix of verbena and geranium, surrounded by a flowing sea of the blue, white and purple flowers of salvia and lavender scenting the air.
The centrepiece of Roger’s garden is an enchanting summerhouse, crafted with local oak beams. A path of reclaimed paving will lead to a shady woodland area, planted with digitalis and hardy geraniums, offering a sanctuary from the bustle of city life. Another highlight of the garden is the sandstone-edged, half-hidden pool, set low, with natural plants gently spilling over the edge of its banks – giving a feeling of tranquillity and innocence. The pool will be surrounded by bog and marginal planting and sheltered by trees. A profusion of rambling roses in various hues of colour will give the feeling of being in an Edwardian country garden. Does he ever have any time to relax? “Not much. During my little spare time I am torn between gardening and tinkering with vintage
M&G 2013 show garden, designed by Roger Platts
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cars. Visiting local gardens opening under the National Gardens Scheme is always a rewarding experience. I enjoy looking at well grown plants and trees and often visit Sissinghurst Castle Gardens which inspired me early on in my career.” So what will happen to Roger’s garden after Chelsea closes? “It will be dismantled at the end of the show and it is likely that many plants will be donated to charities, as in previous years,” he explains. Also a seasoned Flower Show exhibitor, Robert Myers’ classically modern garden designs have been admired by thousands of visitors and won many prizes. With his brown hair, chiselled features and ready charm, landscape architect Robert could easily be mistaken for a young
Monty Don. He also knows how to make a garden grow. This year Robert has been sponsored by Brewin Dolphin, a British-based investment and financial planning company. The company asked him to design a show garden that was calm and reflective but also inspiring and challenging, reflecting its innovative ethos and long history. His garden reflects key themes selected for this year; regeneration, sustainability and local wildlife. “When not used for entertaining clients my garden will provide an oasis of calm away from the city’s noise and also offers a friendly habitat for birds and bees and other local wildlife,” says Robert. He has chosen native British plants, shrubs and flowers for their colour, form and leaf texture and also uses stone, timber and water. What inspired Robert to become a garden designer? “When I was a student in 1992, I was fortunate enough to meet Sir Geoffrey Jellicoe, one of the key figures in 20th century landscape design. He became something of a design hero and we met for coffee in Highgate, where he lived, a number of times,” Robert recalls. He had become interested in architecture at school, but through Jellicoe became fascinated by landscape architecture as an art form, fusing design with the natural environment. Sadly Jellicoe, who was born in Chelsea, died 17 years ago. With the design of his garden, which has a strong sculptural form, enclosed by a simple geometric lay-out, Robert pays tribute to his mentor. “My garden is classical but with a modernist twist that Jellicoe would have approved of,” he explains. Robert’s links to the borough go back a long way. “I lived in a flat on Campden Hill Road, close to the Windsor
Brewin Dolphin 2013 show garden, designed by Robert Myers
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Castle pub, for four years. Although I now live with my wife and three young children in Herefordshire, I still work on many projects in London. It is lovely to be able to escape back to the natural world and enjoy the best of both city and country life.” He has run his own successful landscape practice since 2006 and has designed timeless gardens for both private and public places around the borough, in the UK and overseas. One of his most high profile commissions was the Duke of York’s project on the King’s Road. This included designing a new public square and the space in front of the Saatchi Gallery, which took nine years to complete. “It was very rewarding to see this square finished [in 2008] and to return and see people using and appreciating it,” says Robert. How long has he been planning the Brewin Dolphin garden? ”It took about nine months from start to finish; I first met with directors from the company last July to discuss their requirements,” he says. They opted for a tranquil, traditional British theme so Robert designed a reflective and private garden space blending different textures and shapes, using stone, timber and water to allow people to interact and spend time together. Visitors will be dazzled by this garden’s natural beauty. Sunshine-loving plants, with blue, pink and white flowers and splashes of yellow will be growing in the front, along with a profusion of delicate, colourful climbing roses, dog roses and contrasting geraniums. Towards the back there is a shadier sunken area for drought-tolerant ferns, shrubs, grasses and herbaceous plants, giving splashes of white purple and blue. In the centre a sunken area will include sculptural box pillows surrounded by textural blue sedge and the garden is enclosed with a pleached
field maple hedge for visitors to view the garden beneath. A timber side-wall, floor and deck path encloses the design. “Timber has a warm and tactile quality, while natural stone provides life and colour,” explains Robert. He has chosen to incorporate elegant sculpture by artist Ben Barrell into the design. Does having a young family leave him any time for hobbies? “I do garden a bit and enjoy playing cricket, sailing and skiing – mostly outdoor sports.” He also loves travelling to Italy and studying the classical structure and plants of Italian gardens. Will Robert win a medal? It is highly likely as five of his previous show gardens have been awarded gold. His previous Chelsea appearances include his Sir Hans Sloane Garden, (2003), for which he was awarded his first gold medal, the Costiera dei Fiori Garden (2006), the Fortnum & Mason Garden (2007), A Cadogan Garden (2008) and show gardens for Cancer Research UK in 2009, 2010 and 2011. In 2009 he won the RHS People’s Choice Award for his Cancer Research Garden. The Brewin Dolphin Garden is bound to be a crowd puller and impress the Royals, gardening glitterati and tourists alike. Chelsea is inevitably going to be a sell-out this year so we hope you’ve already secured tickets!
One of Myers’ most high profile commissions was the Duke of York’s project on the King’s Road
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Edwardes
Square Steeped in history, with a host of famous visitors and residents, Edwardes Square is a hidden jewel in Kensington and Chelsea. Gemma Taylor finds out why
Some of the most interesting stories happen in the most innocent and unassuming of places. The beautiful Edwardes Square behind Earl’s Terrace in Kensington is one such place. In this unusual book of fascinating local history, London’s Hidden Jewel, produced last year to celebrate the bicentenary of Edwardes Square, we are given a peek into the colourful life of this piece of land. Looking at the Square today it is hard to imagine that 200 years ago, apart from the 17th century White Horse Tavern (later The Holland Arms), there was little else but open fields. In 1811, after the threat of French invasion had subsided, Lord Kensington was in desperate need of cash after gambling and a lengthy legal battle with his neighbour, Holland House, had left him with numerous debts. Developing his estate of 250 acres seemed the obvious solution and on 30 May 1811, Lord Kensington charged French property developer Louis Léon Changeur with the build. The area grew and continued to be a prestigious place to live, regularly visited by literary greats such as Charles Dickens, Percy Shelley, John Keats and Lord Byron who were all great friends with Leigh Hunt, longtime resident, editor, poet and Kensington historian. Lewis Carroll (pictured in the book in Earl’s Terrace Garden) was great friends with the Macdonald family of Earl’s Terrace.
It was at their suggestion he changed the title of his book Alice’s Adventures Underground to the classic Alice in Wonderland. The Square also has strong links to J M Barrie (Peter Pan), G K Chesterton (Father Brown), Sir Henry Newbolt and Walter Pater, who were all residents. It was thanks to 1960s landlord Jack Shaffer that glamour was injected back into the square after its partial decimation in WWII. Already incredibly wealthy, Shaffer showed a preference for tenants with theatrical, literary or musical backgrounds or those with a good sob story. Father to playwrights Peter (Equus, Amadeus) and Anthony (Sleuth), during this ownership, Earl’s Terrace became a magnet for stars of stage and screen such as Sir Ian McKellen (Gandalf) and Julia McKenzie (Miss Marple). Nearby his properties was a source of gossip and scandal, three bomb-damaged houses converted into small apartments for ‘Russian Oil Products Limited’, believed to be the KGB. While the Russians were observing the Square, they were being spied on by MI5 from a flat in Leonard Court. The Square’s royal connections were many and one of the most famous paintings of HM The Queen is by Pietro Annigoni who had a studio in Edwardes Square. An unfortunate incident when his stove exploded and covered the studio in soot meant sittings for the portrait took place in Buckingham Palace, to
Developing his 250-acre estate seemed the obvious solution to Lord Kensington in 1811
Above from left/ Lovers Lane (Photography: Stephanie Waggoner) V1s, or ‘Doodlebugs’, bombarded Edwardes Square during WWII Spring in Edwardes Square (Photography: Tracy Craighead) Opposite/ 1950s re-imagined scene hangs in the Scarsdale Tavern
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the great disappointment of the residents. However, Princess Margaret came to the studios to sit for her iconic Annigoni portrait. The great grandfather of HRH the Duchess of Cornwall also lived in one of the houses for many years, which was also home to Camilla’s father and grandfather. The garden, which often brought these people together, would not have existed if it hadn’t been for ‘The Battle of the Gates’. From 1910 to 1912 there was a major fight by residents to prevent developers building terraced housing over the Edwardes Square Garden and blocks of flats in place of Earl’s Terrace. A long legal tussle resulted in a House of Lords ruling that not only protected Edwardes Square from re-development but also led to the preservation of many of the rest of London’s Garden Squares. Books of local history such as this, lavishly illustrated with contemporary images as well as maps, photographs and documents from the archives, are imperative to the survival of stories like these and will no doubt enrich the lives of current residents and visitors alike. The Garden is open on Sunday 19 May (12.30-5pm) as part of the National Garden Scheme Open Day and on Sunday 9 June (10am-5pm) as part of the London Open Garden Squares weekend. Profits from these schemes and the Edwardes Square Garden Committee’s book sale profits will go to local charities. Buy London’s Hidden Jewel at these events or from Daunt Books, 112-114 Holland Park Avenue (020 7727 7022) Waterstones, 193 Kensington High Street (020 7937 8432) or by contacting thebook@thehistoryofedwardessquare.com
Memories From 1930s resident Mary Bryham Mawson
“I was born in 1923 and lived at 26 Edwardes Square between the ages of seven and 12, which was in the early 30s. I remember that the hall of our house was painted in bright green gloss paint, which was very fashionable at the time. “Although I was an only child, my parents employed two servants, a cook and little housemaid who also acted as parlour maid and there was a nanny to look after me. I was rather protected as a child and I think my parents considered it to be dangerous for me to play in the Garden, as I was only allowed in there under strict supervision, with my nanny or with another adult. I do, however, remember the children of Mr. Ives, the gardener, who lived in the Temple. “The most lasting memory of living in the Square is of the Harrods van that used to come every afternoon to deliver a cake for tea and of feeding the pony which pulled the large roller in the Garden. I am delighted that some of my young relatives now live in this wonderful haven.”
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Clockwise from top left/ A barrage balloon vessel was based in the Square during the Blitz; The cannon ball (Photography: Tracy Craighead); Cannon ball under the rose arch (Photography: Stephanie Waggoner); Children’s garden party, image courtesy of Edwardes Square Garden Committee (ESGC); The Temple (Photography: David Magson); Child playing in the 1950s, image courtesy of ESGC; 4 Earl’s Terrace line art
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Carey Mulligan is one of the silver screen’s most elegant young stars, with a glittering CV of film roles. She is now regarded as one of the most engaging character actresses in the business; Chris Ritchie investigates why
Having won the coveted role of Daisy in Baz Luhrmann’s adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby, Carey Mulligan is about to hit the big time. The £80 million production stars Leonardo DiCaprio as Jay Gatsby, the mysterious self-made millionaire carrying on a doomed romance with Mulligan’s Daisy Buchanan, a superficial socialite trapped in a marriage to her philandering blue-blood husband Tom (Joel Edgerton). Tobey Maguire co-stars as Nick Carraway, the writer/narrator who rents a house on Gatsby’s lavish property at the height of the Jazz Age with its flapper skirts and general sense of hedonistic excess. It is a role which Carey relished: “Daisy is light and fluffy, with no substance. She knows it and that’s her tragedy,” she observes. “She’s struggling with not finding herself interesting. I don’t think she is hard-hearted either. I could defend her for hours. I haven’t played anything like that before so it is exciting, something different. It’s a great role.” Carey, whose acting career began with school plays as a six-yearold, has now moved into the realms of acclaimed turns in Shame, Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps and An Education. Acting has always been her dream; “I remember seeing The King and I when I was six in Düsseldorf. My brother was in it and I wasn’t, which didn’t go down very well with me. But I don’t think there was one light bulb moment when I thought of it as a career. I just always thought that this was what I was going to do. “I came to see plays in New York with my mum at 14, and one of them was Proof at the Walter Kerr Theatre. When I got to stand on that same stage on opening night [for The Seagull], that was as big as anything. Every night I would climb up the fire escape and look at the tall buildings. It was so beautiful.” It could all have been quite different. Dealt a blow when her A-level grades weren’t strong enough to get her into drama school, Carey wound up working as a barmaid. But steadfast in her acting
ambitions, she wrote a life-changing letter to Julian Fellowes who then introduced her to a casting agent. This led to a role as one of the sisters of Elizabeth Bennet (Keira Knightley) in 2005’s Pride & Prejudice, setting Carey’s career in motion. And working on The Great Gatsby has proved to be an exceptional experience for the actress. “It was so exciting and different to play a character like Daisy, and to be part of such an immense and complicated production. I loved working with Leonardo and the rest of the cast and we had such a good time making the film. “Baz Luhrmann has a very unique and intricate style. The sets and costumes were so fabulous and beautiful that you really had a sense of that period. The design of the film was truly grand and it helped me create my performance. It informs every aspect of your work.” Period pieces, however lavish, can live or die by their depiction of the politics and economics of the time, so research is essential. Carey studied several volumes of material, learning about gangsters and the role they played in American society at the time, as well as the life of the author. “I spent a great deal of time reading Fitzgerald’s books and delving into his personal life, and his life with (wife) Zelda,” Carey says. “I went to Princeton where I was able to look at all his original papers and see the first manuscript of The Great Gatsby. “I even had a chance to examine Zelda’s medical records and really inform myself as best I could about Fitzgerald and the time he was writing about. Baz made sure that we all had a clear picture of the era to help us with our performances. That dedication to detail is really remarkable.” Carey knew it was important to get inside the head of her character. She explains further: “With Daisy I think her biggest problem is that she feels very two-dimensional, that she doesn’t have very much to offer to the world. But she is continuing this guise of being fascinating and interesting and it pains her that she doesn’t have anything to back that up.”
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Since starring in the coming-of-age drama An Education in 2009, Carey’s career has been on the up, and up. So how does she choose what’s right for her? “I’ve tried not to put too much pressure on myself to work as often as possible or take every big offer. I’ve tried to go after films that I thought were very interesting and where I could do something special with the role.” The best roles in cinema bring tough competition though. Carey auditioned for the part of Lisbeth Salander in David Fincher’s remake of The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo and fell short, but she beat many top actresses for The Great Gatsby. “It varies from film to film,” Carey comments. “Often the roles are offered out to certain actresses and if that doesn’t work out then others are asked to audition. Some directors prefer to audition because the chemistry is so important and it’s hard to just imagine how it will work out between two actors, especially if it’s a huge film with a massive budget. A lot of the rumours about actresses fighting for the same job are exaggerated. Sometimes you’ll read that you’ve
Carey beat many top actresses for her role in The Great Gatsby been pursuing a job and you’ve never even heard of the film or [it is something] you never would have considered working on.” In Shame, playing the sister of Michael Fassbender’s sex addict character, Carey showed she wasn’t averse to baring all – but, as she explains, this was absolutely what the role demanded: “I’m often terrified about different aspects of characters I’m playing. With respect to nudity, it was vital to the character in Shame who wasn’t supposed to be a very attractive character and needed to be emotionally naked and lost in different ways. But doing the nudity [for Shame] was actually very liberating and it helped me deal with my own issues with my body. Also, I think a lot of my nervous energy was more focused on having to sing in the film so that took my mind off thinking too much about the nudity.” Carey adds that the nudity is “not at all gratuitous” in the film: “I was working with an artist [Steve McQueen] who admires the human form and he wasn’t sexualising the role for no reason. This is who she is – a character who can stand fully naked in front of her brother and not feel anything.” This commitment to her characters has helped Carey in her own psychology; how far can an actor go? “I have to get past a certain point and then everything becomes much easier. You have to commit to your character and be willing to go to the limits of what the performance requires. “I’ve learnt a great deal about my own personality through my work because there’s often a deep psychological process that enables you to truly inhabit your character and leave your own self behind. All that helps break down so many barriers and fears you might have in life and I think I’m moving in the right direction.” Indeed she is, and for now, it seems this direction is up. The Great Gatsby is released in UK cinemas on 16 May
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The Art of Travel The essence of British travel, when the power of steam prevailed and mass motoring was only just developing, has been captured in a rare exhibition of 20th century art at Darnley Fine Art during the month of May. Before digital advertising, artists were commissioned by national companies to promote travel during the golden age of the British holiday. The artworks, once seen on railway platforms as long ago as the 1930s, were fortunately preserved by railway men working for train companies. Director of the gallery Adrian Pett explains that as a consequence “many of the paintings have been hidden away for decades�. Works on show will include those by British artists Charles Pears, Gerald Spink, William McDowell and Sir Norman Wilkinson. Darnley Fine Art, 18 Milner Street, SW3; darnleyfineart.com
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The Temple of Flora Robert John Thornton devoted his life to botany, despite having trained as a medical doctor. He is noted for two works on the subject, A New Illustration of the Sexual System of Carolus Von Linnaeus and The Temple of Flora, and it is the latter publication for which the author will always be particularly remembered. Two centuries later, many of the botanical illustrations and floral portraits remain second to none with their unusual but fascinating combination of exotic plants and romantic background landscapes, and it was through these that Thornton attracted some of the most prolific flower painters of his day. Surviving complete editions are available in a few libraries and the individual plates are collectors’ items. TASCHEN Books has now completed its consummate reprint of The Temple of Flora which includes a biography of the work and life of the author as well as botanical and cultural historical explanations of the individual plate illustrations. The Temple of Flora by Robert Thornton Available from TASCHEN, Duke of York Square, SW3 4LY taschen.com From top/ Large Flowering Sensitive Plant Painter: Philip Reinagle Engraver: Joseph Constantine Stadler, 1799 © 2008 Missouri Botanical Garden, St. Louis Robert John Thornton, The Temple of Flora Werner Dressendörfer, hardcover, £34.99 A Group of Carnations Painter: Peter Henderson Engraver: Caldwall, 1803 © 2008 Missouri Botanical Garden, St. Louis
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You can now have your say on council ward boundaries in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea; the Independent Local Government Boundary Commission for England is asking people across the borough to comment on its draft proposals in a 12-week public consultation. This is open to anyone and full recommendations and detailed interactive maps are available on the Commission’s website. Hard copies will also be distributed at council buildings and libraries. As well as being keen to discover what the locals think, Chair of the Commission Max Caller also wants “to ensure that the proposals reflect the interests and identities of local communities across the Royal Borough.” The deadline for comments is 10 June 2013. consultation.lgbce.org.uk
Among the familiar faces cropping up once again at this year’s Flower Show, there will also be some new faces making their debut appearance at the worldfamous event in its centenary year. The landscape team at Stoke-on-Trent City Council is unveiling its first garden at the Flower Show and to realise this dream, it enlisted the help of multi award-winning, London-based landscaping company, Bartholomew Landscaping. The company, and lead sponsor of the garden, was chosen for its expertise which MD Barry Burrows hopes will “do Stoke-on-Trent proud” this year. The garden tells the story of the city’s journey from its industrial past to its evolution into a modern urban city and features the skeleton of a pottery bottle kiln, a sunken seating area as well as water and planting to convey this transformation. bartholomewlandscaping.com
Green Fingers The official First Day of Spring, which occurred on 20 March despite the arctic weather conditions, saw the launch of Green Fingers in the Park. This Photography: Royal Parks Foundation/ Charlotte Fielding is a new project which aims to engage young children with nature while simultaneously creating a new wildlife attraction for visitors. To mark the beginning of this project, 400 schoolchildren, aged between four and 11, were invited by the Royal Parks Foundation to plant 40,000 native English bluebells near the Serpentine in Hyde Park. While Chief Executive of the Royal Parks Foundation Sara Lom praised the children’s work and named them (and the bluebells) the “stars of the show”, she was also keen to stress how this marks the start of one of many initiatives “to involve our local community in supporting the magic of bulb planting across the Parks.” supporttheroyalparks.org
Music to Our Ears Two of the greatest Italian Baroque composers are coming to St. George’s Church in a special concert performance sponsored by Savills’ Kensington office. The evening is being held to support the Young Musicians from Holland Park School and the Royal College of Music Initiative; money raised is going towards funding one year of musical instruction for promising Holland Park pupils. Johnny Fuller, Head of Savills’ Kensington office, said: “This is the first time we have sponsored the concert and we are glad to be able to offer our support for this valuable evening. It is always a fantastic event which gets much of the local community together and provides an excellent opportunity to catch up with current and previous clients. We urge you to book tickets soon to avoid missing out.” Bach and Vivaldi at St George’s Church, Saturday 11 May For tickets (£15) please email office@stgeorgescampdenhill.com or call 020 3602 9873 Further information on the Trust is available at hpstrust.co.uk
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Dolled Up Dollshouse collectors will be delighted to learn that the annual Dollshouse Festival is returning to the Kensington Town Hall this May. Established in 1985, the event sees more than 170 of the world’s finest craftsmen presenting their miniature works. However, this is not just a worthwhile opportunity for avid collectors and experts but a fun day out for novices and families alike who get to admire the exquisite designs, made even more marvellous by the fact that they are so small and intricate; they range from thumb-sized plants and furry animals to miniscule musical instruments and glass vases. There are also dedicated children’s workshops including the Golden Scavenger Hunt and the Gingerbread Craft Club. New to the festival is In the Spotlight, whereby one of the visitor’s own dollhouses is displayed as inspiration, and the one-of-a-kind Castle on show this year caters solely for adults with its tattoo parlour, snakeskin kitchen and hanging bed and is certainly an impressive miniature site to behold. Kensington Dollshouse Festival, 11-12 May Kensington Town Hall, Hornton Street, W8 7NX dollshousefestival.com
Raising Awareness of Dementia Taking place this April is the first UK exhibition dedicated to the needs of those living with dementia and those who support them. The Alzheimer’s Show is being held in partnership with Alzheimer’s Research UK and, uniquely, has the support of all the leading dementia charities as well as Prime Minister David Cameron. Nigel Ward, founder of the show, explained that “the Show was born from an urgent need to recognise and support the growing numbers of people in the UK whose lives are affected by dementia. There are currently 800,000 adults, from as young as 40, living with the disease in the UK. This figure is set to rise to 1.7 million people within 40 years.” The term ‘dementia’ describes a set of symptoms that include loss of memory, mood changes, and problems with communication and reasoning and it is extremely distressing for both the sufferer and their loved ones. The most common types are Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia and it is progressive; the symptoms will gradually get worse (Source: Alzheimer’s Society). This show is sure to provide essential support, reassurance and helpful advice. The Alzheimer’s Show, 19-20 April The Royal Horticultural Halls Lindley Hall, Elverton Street, SW1P 2QW alzheimersshow.co.uk
Italian Renaissance Following her sojourn in Italy where she completed her art training under the instruction of Leonetto Tintori, artist Carey Mortimer has since been faithful to the early painting techniques of the great Renaissance artists, painting with egg tempera and creating frescoes. However, Mortimer also incorporates elements of her modern training (having studied Decorative Arts at the City and Guilds, London Art School) by using unusual materials to serve as her canvases including wood, cloth and slate. Although now settled in Sardinia, Mortimer has had numerous bi-annual solo shows in London and the latest exhibition at the Thackeray Gallery, until 24 May, is one of many, having exhibited her work at the Kensington-based gallery since 1994.
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Last November marked the 90th anniversary of the first ever radio broadcast and, as a fitting tribute, more than 55 BBC radio stations came together for Radio Reunited; the first simultaneous broadcast since the BBC (British Broadcasting Company) was formed in 1922. Coinciding with this broadcast, the Science Museum began a special exhibition in dedication of this important moment in history which will finish this 14 May so it is your last chance to see it if you haven’t already. The small but comprehensive exhibition explores early radio and its rapid transformation throughout the 20th century. Until 14 May 2013 Science Museum, Exhibition Road, SW7 2DD sciencemuseum.org.uk
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April Showers & May Flowers It is not only in the gardens of the Flower Show where plant life will reign supreme but also in the art galleries of the surrounding area, as highlighted by the Little Black Gallery which shall be transformed into a floral heaven this May in tribute to the event and as part of Chelsea Fringe 2013. Flowers is the simple title of Hiroyuki Arakawa and Lisa Creagh’s latest exhibition and showcases a series of photographs by the Japanese artist portraying a close study of white flowers including Tea Roses, Orchids and Astor Lilies, a collection which began in honour to the artist’s mother, as well as images from Lisa Creagh’s Instant Garden series. The exhibition marks Arakawa’s debut, not just at the gallery but in London, unlike Creagh who is returning in the wake of her successful exhibition Natural Beauty which was on show at the gallery in 2011. There shall also be a pop-up florist shop by Scent by Design at The Little Black Gallery from 21 until 25 May. Flowers: Hiroyuki Arakawa & Lisa Creagh From 30 April until 1 June The Little Black Gallery, 13A Park Walk, SW10 thelittleblackgallery.com
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Local Heroes Seven individuals were recently commended for having made a significant contribution to the quality of life in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. Winners included the Reverend John Brownsell for his ongoing work in the parish of All Saints in Notting Hill; Feli Martinez who volunteers tirelessly as an Open Age Trustee; and Christine Vigars for her involvement with Kensington and Chelsea LINk, among others. Congratulations to all. Application forms for next year’s awards can be obtained from November this year. 020 7361 3659; rbkc.gov.uk
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Andipa Contemporary is hosting German-born sculptor Angela Glacjar’s first solo exhibition in the UK. Terforation is a playful yet thought-provoking show fusing the worlds of sculpture and installation. The sculptor rips, perforates and hangs giant sheets of paper in the exhibition space, pushing the boundaries of what her material can do. We struggle to create successful paper aeroplanes, let alone beautiful sculptures like the ones on display here. The idea of paper sculpture might make you think of origami, but this exhibition is a far cry from the origami napkinswan that might greet you in some high-end restaurants. Having studied under the acclaimed sculptor Tim Scott in Nuremberg and exhibited widely overseas, we can’t wait to see what Glacjar has in store for us at Andipa Gallery.
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While the film Oscars may have passed, the ‘Green Oscars’, otherwise known as the Whitley Awards, are still to take place on 2 May at the Royal Geographical Society. This year marks the 20th anniversary of the awards, which celebrates some of the world’s leading conservationists working in developing countries. An impressive total of nearly £10 million from the UK-based charity has been donated to more than 170 conservation leaders working in more than 70 countries. Whitley Fund for Nature trustee Sir David Attenborough sums up its significance aptly: “Whitley Award winners don’t just watch and measure; they act! Over the past 20 years they have led by example, showing us what it is possible to achieve in biodiversity-rich, resource-poor countries even in the face of sometimes monumental challenges.” whitleyawards.org
Founder Edward Whitley and Trustee Sir David Attenborough Photography: Whitley Fund for Nature
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Chelsea Green Olivia Sharpe considers how one of its smallest plots of earth has become one of the borough’s most cherished hubs Living in a city, the word ‘green’ is always a welcome one. However, if you’re imagining a lush space akin to Kensington Gardens when you think of Chelsea Green, think again. The small stretch of grass shaped like an iron is barely large enough to swing a cat. And yet, it has become one of the borough’s most loved spots, thanks largely to its surrounding shops and homes. Quaint and charming, whenever I visit the area it reminds me of a doll’s house-sized version of an oldfashioned English country village within the heart of London. Like a magical world, time seems to have stood still in a past era when the milkman would deliver daily essentials straight to your door in a milk float, the morning papers could be purchased just feet away from your doorstep at the local convenience store and Sunday mornings were spent as a community in the neighbouring parish church before a lunchtime roast at the pub. Chelsea Green possesses all of these things and, what’s more, it remains committed to holding onto attributes which are fast becoming lost such as personal service and quality of produce, possibly due to the fact that many of the local businesses have been there for years. At The Chelsea Fishmonger, all of the fish is hand-picked daily from the Cornish market at Newlyn and Billingsgate market. Owner Rex Goldsmith set up shop back in 2007 on hearing that the legendary 10 Cale Street, which has seen more than 100 years of fish trading history, was empty. Goldsmith is passionate about the fish he sells and has a personal relationship with all of his loyal customers. Close by, 17 Elystan Street also has a strong association with the trade, having been the original fishmonger on Chelsea Green when number 10 was the fried fish shop. However, following its closure during WW11, it would never again sell fish and opened as a greengrocer in 1949. Today, it is Sign of the Times dressmakers. While, sadly, not all of the original businesses remain standing, Finns of Chelsea Green, one of London’s first ever delis, is proud to be celebrating
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its 27th anniversary this year. In honour of this, Finns has released its first cookbook written by owner and founder Julia Bannister, who explains that “The book details the remarkable journey of Finns, one of London’s first English delis, which has served as a kitchen, a shop, a café and a way of life for both its employees and loyal customers over the past 27 years. The book is an inspiration to aspiring armchair shopkeepers...” Another delicatessen which cannot be forgotten is The Pie Man. Its name emblazoned upon its inviting blue awning sums up the store to a tee; walk past and you’ll be lured in by the most mouth-watering smells omitted, from its award-winning, melt-in-the-mouth cheese straws, not to mention its pies and sausage rolls. Hearty and indulgent, this is good old English food at its best. In true country village style, Chelsea Green also has many hidden gems which make it the perfect Saturday pottering destination. First is fashion boutique Collette Dinnigan; the celebrated Australian fashion designer arrived in Chelsea 13 years ago and has remained ever since, in a store which houses her sought-after collections. Secondly there is the cutesy Fifi Wilson boutique which, as well as selling its own label, stocks various fashion designers’ diffusion lines including Marc by Marc Jacobs, MW Matthew Williamson and See by Chloé. But without a doubt, my favourite shop in Chelsea Green, since my childhood, is Chelsea Toys. From the window outside, its higgledy-piggledy layout is inviting to both children and adults, presenting an obstacle course of fun and games once you go inside. The outré but completely charming children’s store sells wooden toys and soft toys, puzzles, arts and crafts, clothing, home decor and much, much more. Every time I go there, I discover something I haven’t seen before. While maintaining its local and unassuming nature, the area has seen its fair share of celebrity visitors; it was once reported that Mick Jagger and the late Margaret Thatcher went to view the same house. If a rock star and former prime minister fancy living in the same place, you know it must have universal appeal. There was also the late Lady Wynne-Jones whose small terraced house could not be mistaken for anyone else’s; those of you who saw it will remember her eccentric, flower-festooned home, which bore closer resemblance to a hermit’s cave or the property of a Tellytubby with its willow tree, mossy bank and waterfall feature. When I was little, I used to drive past it every day after school and think of the fairytale Hansel & Gretel. Now older and slightly less fanciful, I don’t think I’m alone in missing her bizarre but uniquely beautiful home (recently torn down) which would have given the gardens at the Chelsea Flower Show a run for their money. Housing everything from the local fishmongers, butchers and wine merchant to delicatessens, dry cleaners and fashion boutiques, Chelsea Green is its own self-contained hub. Despite being in London, it has kept its convivial atmosphere like a country village in a Caroline Graham novel (albeit without the murder) with residents and shopkeepers on first name terms. With all of this found on your doorstep, my only question is why would you ever want to leave?
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World-leading Brazilian photographer and UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador Sebastião Salgado has devoted most of his life to global issues by photographing remote landscapes, human communities and wildlife to raise awareness of man’s vital role in preserving our fragile planet. His exhibition Genesis represents the culmination of eight years’ work in no less than 32 countries, during which he took breathtaking photographs of scenery, ancestral cultures and the natural world which have survived in harmony with each other because of minimal interference by man. Salgado felt that the Natural History Museum’s global reputation for researching and promoting the planet’s diversity and the delicate balance between man and nature made it the ideal venue for the exhibition’s premiere: “People come here to be in awe of nature. I want them to become more conscious of the environment, to feel respect for nature because that is something that is relevant to everyone.” Genesis (admission by ticket only), 11 April – 8 September nhm.ac.uk/salgado (Genesis book available from the NHM and taschen.com) In the Upper Xingu region of Brazil’s Mato Grosso state, a group of waura fish in the Piulaga Lake near their village. The Upper Xingu Basin is home to an ethnically diverse population. Brazil, 2005. © Sebastião Salgado/Amazonas Images/nbpictures
Glorious Glass Laura Hart has a particular passion for flowers which inspires her to make intricate studies of the disparate parts of her favourite plant material. In her Suffolk studio, she employs the most traditional of glassmaking techniques and layering of fused glass to transform her drawn flowers into 21st century, 3D glass art forms. Each distinctive and detailed petal, stamen and sepal is given exactly the right sculpted form and tonal qualities resulting in striking, cup-shaped poppies, vibrant violas, pointed day-lilies and elegant orchids. They are an instant hit with clients who marvel at their realism, all the more impressive when backlighting shows off the amazing translucency of the glass. Laura Hart – New Collection, throughout May Vessel Gallery, 114 Kensington Park Road, W11 2PW vesselgallery.com
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Above/ Benjamin Zobel (1762-1831). Two donkeys in a landscape, signed with initials B.Z. (lower left), oil on panel, 28 x 31cm (11 x 12 3/16in)
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Unique Underwater Art The first name that springs to mind on the subject of pioneering studies of underwater life is Jacques Cousteau. The new name with a revolutionary and artistic approach to it is Alexander James whose unique process suspends in water then photographs living butterflies and flowers. His work represents the fragility of life and the importance of water to existence, themes which have dominated James’s output for nearly a decade. His stunning photographs are created within his Docklands studio by temporarily submerging in a purified water tank tropical butterflies (carefully anaesthetised) and beautiful, single blooms, bunches or vases of flowers. Briefly and carefully these extraordinary installations balance nature with manmade lighting and the lens, the results being detailed, delicate images that suggest paintings produced by the most able of artists. Finally, James dramatically enlarges the photographs so that his messages of beauty and fragility become all the more awesome. Alexander James: Intersection 25 April – 23 May The Studio Building, 21 Evesham Street, W11 4AJ distilennui.com
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A Joint Venture Carol Cordrey takes a closer look at the Arthritis Research UK Garden, designed by Chris Beardshaw, which showcases the art form of sculpture I willingly admit to being passionate about sculpture and as its 3D form can be appreciated at its best in an open space, it has been a delight to see sculpture becoming more and more popular in the outdoor show gardens at Chelsea. For a designer needing to inject a focal point, height, contrasting texture, a memorable element, a silent message to reinforce a garden’s theme or a human figure to add life, sculpture is the obvious answer; in addition, it has the great benefit of longevity. One such designer who shares my views is the award-winning and internationally admired Chris Beardshaw. His gardens have won numerous medals, including Best in Show and People’s Choice and, at last year’s
Chelsea he won another highly coveted gold medal. Chris first came to prominence through the TV programmes Hidden Gardens and The Flying Gardener; he has also become a successful author of horticultural subjects and a popular panel member of BBC Radio 4’s Gardeners’ Question Time over the past five years. “Sculpture plays a highly valuable role in any garden and most of my design schemes include pieces my clients already have or are wishing to find,” reflected Chris. “From the compact town garden or roof scheme to large country estate there is always room for a special piece of artwork to employ either as a focal point or as a surprise reward as you walk and explore.” Chris returns to Chelsea with the Arthritis Research UK Garden, a particularly personal creation because, to the surprise of most of us, he has coped with arthritis since his early teens. Our awareness of his long-suffering ailment makes his physically active, exceptionally full and successful life all the more impressive, and the disparate elements of this new design particularly emotive. Chris is one of ten million arthritis sufferers in the UK so he chose three sculptures of human figures to make an immediate connection between that group and this garden. Poignantly, he has positioned them so that the sculptures highlight the garden’s three zones defining the emotional journey of someone with arthritis: confusion and incomprehension when the condition is first diagnosed; acceptance of being afflicted by arthritis; management of pain that enables the person to move on with life. Chris recalls the devastating prognosis he received as a young teenager: “I was advised that I would be in a wheelchair at the age of 19 unless I had major surgery. I fought against that… it has taken many years of adapting, experimenting and trialling to find what works best for me,” revealed Chris with great candour. “I have now reached a space where I can manage my pain through regular, low impact activity which keeps me flexible and helps me feel better in both body and mind.” Chris’ garden portrays the journey of sufferers through a combination of hard, linear elements contrasted with comforting, soft ones, and the three sculptures have been created by two British artists, Anna Gillespie and Michelle Castles. Chris is delighted to be able to showcase their work at Chelsea for the first time: “The sculptures are not only important focal points, but they also provide a wonderful layer of
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dialogue within the garden, perfectly evoking the emotions of each space”. The journey begins at the rear of Chris’s design, in the Veiled Garden with its enclosed woodland canopy that represents the “fog” of pain and feelings of confusion on initial diagnosis of arthritis. A feature of this is a striking, contemporary, glass retreat surrounded by dense planting in a calming colour palette of mostly green and white. The bronze, textured figure, Homage, by Anna Gillespie has an acorn pattern throughout its surface to fit with its
One of ten million arthritis sufferers in the UK, Chris chose to feature three sculptures of human figures in the garden woodland environment. Anna has injected it with great pathos, evidenced by the crouched pose and the shielding of its eyes from the shocking arthritis diagnosis, all reinforced by its placement within a pool of reflective, still water. Outside it are staggered stepping stones that lead into the next stage of the journey symbolised by the Lucid Garden. Here, advice from Arthritis Research UK enables a sufferer’s mind to become more clear and it induces a sense of security. Chris has characterised all that with strong hedging and uncluttered space that displays another of Anna’s sculptures, To the Limit, constructed from bronze with a grey patina that blends with its surrounding green and white plants. The sculpture creates a mood of transition from the “fog” of pain to the easing of confusion and feelings of acceptance. A clear, straight path leads directly from this area to the final stage of the journey, the Radiant Garden. This is the largest and most open of the three spaces and symbolises the point at which an arthritis sufferer learns to manage his condition and enjoy as full a life as possible. Appropriately, there is vibrant, joyous planting to provide a positive message, enhanced by the
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standing sculpture, Libertine, by Michelle Castles. It stands in an herbaceous flower bed, its open, wire texture and upright pose echoing the sense of raised emotions and freedom that result from learning to manage arthritic pain and seeing opportunities emerge for an active life. Overall, Chris set out to make a beautiful garden that would encourage, enlighten and raise awareness of arthritis. “I hope this garden will inspire others to take back control of and manage their condition. I want [it] to showcase the life-changing research Arthritis Research UK funds, and for visitors to Chelsea to learn more about the journey that people of all ages experience with arthritis”. With his elegant, intelligent design and perfectly placed, emotive sculptures, I have no doubt that this garden will achieve all of that. Its impact at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show is destined to be memorable so, in my view, a gold medal would be an entirely appropriate award, and reward, for this remarkable designer. The Arthritis Research UK Garden at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show Main Avenue – Plot Number RHW/1 chrisbeardshaw.com annagillespie.co.uk michellecastles.co.uk arthritisresearchuk.org/rhschelsea
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Chelsea In Bloom Carol Cordrey takes a closer look at the enduring popularity of this alternative floral art, which will be on show in the borough this May
It began its life as a modest homage to the Chelsea Flower Show, whereby a handful of shops around Sloane Square presented floral themed window displays to coincide with the Flower Show and to draw in some of its thousands of visitors to the shops. Known then as Sloane in Bloom, it had a judging panel which awarded a prize to the best display and this duly encouraged, yearon-year, a growing competitive spirit among the retailers, and a more and more impressive event for the public. Its popularity soared, attracting retailers located beyond Sloane Square who quickly appreciated that involvement in the competition would bring them publicity, prestige, and hopefully, increased visitors and sales. Expansion led to its being renamed Chelsea in Bloom several years ago and its beautiful floral displays have become a new art form; top designers and florists relish the challenge of a different theme each year. Last year’s winner was Liz Earle’s interpretation of afternoon tea in celebration of the Diamond Jubilee theme; the magnificent display consisted of plants used in its beauty
Above/ Liz Earle, Chelsea in Bloom 2012 winner Opposite/ Ted Baker display, 2012
products that were formed into a street party scene, framed by an arch which supported a rather royal crown. This year’s theme, The Decades, will recognise the RHS Chelsea Flower Show’s centenary year and provide a retrospective look at the Flower Show’s evolution. Such an exciting landmark in the history of the world’s best flower show has attracted the largest number of retailers for this year’s Chelsea in Bloom. The competitive spirit will be intense among famous names including Tiffany & Co., Peter Jones, Kate Spade, Links of London, Partridges, LK Bennett and, of course, Liz Earle, which will be striving for a consecutive double win: “We were thrilled to win last year – botanicals inspire and drive everything we do at Liz Earle, and Chelsea in Bloom is the perfect opportunity to share our passion for plants”, said Jennifer Hirsch, the retailer’s in-house botanist, as she reflected on their great achievement. At the beginning of the week, the official RHS Chelsea Flower Show judges will assess the displays according to each company’s creativity, artistic flair, interpretation of the theme and use of fresh flowers. There is also a People’s Choice Award for which you can vote, via the Chelsea in Bloom website, for your favourite display. The winners of these two coveted titles will be revealed on the website and through RHS certificates placed in the windows of the respective retailers. Chelsea in Bloom is a free, top quality attraction suited to all the family and it now extends to Sloane Street, Sloane Square, Duke of York Square, Pont Street, Ellis Street and Pavilion Road. The website provides a clear map of the event and if you want to make your visit a truly fun experience, I recommend taking one of the free guided tours or rickshaw tours. To round off the day, you could treat yourself to some bubbly in the pop-up Champagne Bar in Sloane Square; the perfect way to celebrate both Chelsea looking its fabulous best and the start of the London social season. Chelsea in Bloom, 20-25 May chelseainbloom.co.uk
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As the collection was designed to pay homage to British botanical art, it was only fitting that Vacheron Constantin’s Métiers d’Art Florilège was unveiled at Kew Gardens’ Marianne North Gallery last month. Created exclusively for women, the dials of the trilogy of watches combine the artistic crafts of enamelling, guillochage and gem-setting in a tribute to the illustrations within Robert John Thornton’s 1799 The Temple of Flora. Boasting a 65 hour power reserve and comprising 18-karat white gold cases and dials, VC’s Métiers d’Art Florilège has been created as a limited series of 20 collector’s watches, each priced at £90,700. vacheron-constantin.com
More than procuring something striking for the wrist, purchase IWC’s latest creation and you’ll be helping support disadvantaged kids across the globe. A fittingly athletic-looking release for a charity that aims to better the lives of youngsters through sport, the Portuguese Yacht Club Chronograph Edition ‘Laureus Sport for Good Foundation’ features a signal-red stopwatch hand, black rubber strap and is waterresistant to 6 bar. Its case back also comes engraved with the winning entry to IWC’s Time To Move children’s drawing competition. Limited to 1,000 pieces, it’s yours for £9,950. iwc.com
One to Watch Each month we select our timepiece of the moment from the watch world’s most exciting pieces
A marriage of colours and materials, Rolex’s Oyster Perpetual Datejust Lady 31 manages to boast both timeless femininity and contemporary elegance
Right/ Rolex Ladies Oyster Perpetual Datejust Lady 31 in Yellow Rolesor, £9,650 rolex.com
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Virtual Reality It’s a digital wristwatch that, technically, will do less than your smartphone. Why, then, will the entry-level Slyde set you back £4,800? Keen to find out, we trialled one. Our verdict is that if you’re a gadget-loving gizmoworshiper, you’ll enjoy sliding over a touchsensitive screen to change the appearance of several swanky, virtual mechanisms. If you prefer more understated timepieces, this isn’t the watch for you. Owing to the three or four seconds the Slyde takes to wake itself up after it’s turned itself automatically off, nor is it for anyone who demands to read the time in an instant. Which, when it comes to watches, is sort of the point. 020 7182 4080; slyde.ch
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Established in Glashütte in 1845, the name defined German watchmaking for more than a century. 168 years later, having survived two World Wars, disbandment and expropriation, A. Lange & Söhne has re-established its position at the top of the watchmaking hierarchy. RICHARD BROWN speaks to company CEO Wilhelm Schmid, the man charged with the task of keeping it there Few brands have the ability to unite watch enthusiasts in near universal adulation. Rolex is perhaps one, Patek Philippe the obvious other. The trouble with the former is that when you produce more than a million units a year, it’s hard to continue peddling the notion of exclusivity; unfortunate for the latter is that when your creations command the
highest prices in the industry, both at auction and retail – whether justifiably so or not – discourse has a tendency to centre on money rather than mechanical mastery. Step in A. Lange & Söhne, a brand which, as purveyor of some of the world’s best performing, and arguably best looking, timepieces – themselves produced in numbers still loyal to the word ‘exclusive’ – occupies a hallowed ground within the watchmaking world. To discuss the value of an A. Lange & Söhne, or a ‘Lange’ for short, is to talk not about money but about aestheticism and craftsmanship. So revered, in fact, is Lange in the mind of Philippe Dufour (of ex-Jaeger-LeCoultre and Audemars Piguet status) that the now-independent watchmaker considers the brand practically peerless. “Take ten movements out of the current range of any contemporary brand”, he said, speaking to watch magazine Revolution, “put them next to a Lange movement, and comment honestly on what you see. That is the best way to judge — by examining the truth.” The truth of the matter is that A. Lange & Söhne possesses something every watch manufacturer wishes it did: genuine authenticity. As a firm whose roots lie 168 years in the past, and as a company that continues to make watches by hand in tiny numbers in small workshops at the base of sleepy, snowy-covered mountains, A. Lange & Söhne is the genuine article, the real McCoy, a brand manager’s dream. Still presided over by the ancestors of its founding fathers, it’s a brand with a human story to tell; something that no amount of money or PR-spin can buy. This story began in
Inside the movement L095. 2 of the Grand Lange 1 Lumen All Images courtesy of: Lange Uhren GmbH
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1845 in the then remote town of Glashütte, near Dresden, East Germany. In the December of that year, Ferdinand Adolph Lange set up the first production pocket-watch workshop, aiming to turn 15 apprentices into accomplished watchmakers. Under Ferdinand, the man also responsible for introducing the metric system to watchmaking, and his sons Emil and Richard, The Grand Lange 1 Lange garnered a reputation for producing some of the world’s finest timepieces. One hundred years after the company’s formation, and the firm’s main production building lies in ruins, having been destroyed by Allied bombs. Three years later, the company’s assets are seized and expropriated by the new communist regime. The name A. Lange & Söhne is about to pass into legend. Had it not been for the determined endeavours of one Walter Lange four decades later, the story may have ended there. Luckily, for anyone interested in the instruments we use to measure time, it didn’t. In November 1989, following the collapse of the East German government, the Berlin wall came down and two Germanys became one. For Walter, great-grandson of Ferdinand Adolph, the reunification of Germany presented an opportunity he’d waited his adult life to materialise. Armed with little more than an unfaltering ambition to once again make the best watches in the world, and a friend in the name of industry
As a firm whose roots lie 168 years in the past, A. Lange & Söhne is the genuine article
Walter Lange with the bust of his great-grandfather
Historic headquarter of A. Lange & Söhne in Glashütte, c.1920
expert Günter Blümlein, he re-established the Saxon company and set forth in the image of his forebears. “The example given by his courageous ancestors had taught Walter Lange and co-founder Blümlein that, even under extreme conditions, with a clear goal in sight and by planning every step carefully, it is possible to establish a company and guide it to success,” says Lange’s present-day CEO Wilhelm Schmid. “Walter and Günter are credited with reviving the A. Lange & Söhne brand after a hiatus of 40 years by supplying a convincing answer to the question of what a Lange wristwatch should look like at the end of the 20th century.” That answer was presented in 1994 in the shape of four highly sophisticated timepieces: the Lange 1, the Saxonia, the Arkade and the Richard Lange Tourbillon Pour le Mérite. “For almost four years we had worked hard, often under extremely difficult conditions,” explains Walter
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in his memoirs, The Revival of Time. “We had built the production areas, renovated a building, developed technology, recruited new technical personnel… We had developed four new watches under enormous pressure.” Walter will never forget showing his collection for the first time. “They lay on the presentation table under the critical eyes of the 12 most reputable jewellers in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. I am convinced I will never experience something like that again. Normally, dealers order watches discreetly, cool calculators as they are, as they don’t like the competition to be able to see their hands. But due to the fact we only had 123 watches to offer them at this time, they put their usual reserve aside. Their opinion was euphoric and they ordered the watches openly. And the jewellers ordered as many pieces as we could give them… Since there was no way of dividing 123 watches evenly by 12, the last pieces had to find their new owners by chance – the shorter end of a matchstick finally pointed to the new direction a Tourbillon would be taking.” Via an unswerving dedication to realising the aim on which it was re-founded, and with the assistance of several Swiss watch manufacturers, including IWC and JaegerLeCoultre, A. Lange & Söhne was back in business. Nearly 20 years on, thanks to the seminal success of watches like the trailblazing Datograph of 1999 and the trilogy of watches launched to commemorate the brand’s 165 year anniversary in 2010 (165 Years – Homage to F. A. Lange), the brand continues to excite watch experts as much now as it did then. Indeed, anyone in need of proof of Lange’s continued commitment to its manufacturing philosophy need only consider the company’s Grand Complication, launched
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earlier this year. With seven functions, including a grande sonnerie, a perpetual calendar, and a split-seconds chronograph accurate to 1/5th of a second, it features a density of complications uncommon even in the category of grand complications. It has 14 indications, spent seven years in development and takes a full 12 months to make. It’s the most complicated wristwatch Lange has ever made, and it’s yours for €1.9 million. In the last three months, Lange has launched five new watches and opened boutiques in Singapore, Paris and Palm Beach. As reputation has spread, demand has soared. With the lucrative opportunity posed by this fact, will output at the small Saxon manufacturer be heading skywards? “Without compromising on quality, we will moderately increase our production to meet the growing global demand for our watches,” Schmid tells me. “Emphasis is placed on ‘moderately’. To maintain the high levels of quality the share of manual work and the degree of vertical integration is more likely to increase. We will extend our premises in the first place to improve production processes. The training of new talents will be another key measure in the years to come.” The two most regurgitated buzzwords you’ll hear in the watch industry are ‘tradition’ and ‘innovation’. As a firm so loyal to its Saxon roots (without Lange there would be no Glashütte) and as a company so devoted in its quest for perfection, A. Lange & Söhne is a brand to whom the words still attach meaning. With the passing of Blümlein in 2001, and the well-earned retirement of Walter on the horizon, one of the most revered names in timekeeping is at risk of falling into the hands of businessmen rather than watchmakers for the very first time. Fortunately for the brand’s admirers, Schmid realises the importance of Blümlein and Walter’s story to A. Lange & Söhne’s future. “By striving to implement their vision,” he says, “we continue their life’s work.” alange-soehne.com
An A. Lange & Söhne pocket watch presented by Kaiser William II to Sultan Abdul Hamid II on the occasion of his visit to Turkey in 1898
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Everyone’s gone Great Gatsby crazy this month; see how 20s style can transcend from the screen to the street
1 1972 Prestige watch, £28,820, Vacheron Constantin, vacheron-constantin.com 2 Brown nappa leather driving gloves, £95, Aspinal of London, aspinaloflondon.com 3 Smooth cognac and espresso suede travel bag, £595, Aspinal of London, as before 4 Sterling silver plated cufflinks in 18-karat yellow gold with black onyx, £250, Lara Bohinc, 149F Sloane Street 5 Striped braces, £75, Drake’s London, drakes-london.com 6 Slub silk bow tie, £105, Marwood London, marwoodlondon.co.uk 7 Milo leather wingtip brogues, £395, O’Keeffe, mrporter.com 8 Leonard round-frame acetate sunglasses, £130, Illesteva illesteva.com 9 18-karat gold cufflinks, £2,650, Foundwell, mrporter.com 10 Pilot’s watch Chronograph Edition Antoine de St. Exupéry, £25,500, IWC, iwc.com 11 Chunky heel and toe 6 gauge socks, £15, Hackett, 137/138 Sloane Street - Main image Courtesy of Hackett S/S13 054
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Vanity Fair ‘Peacocking’ has become a popular term in contemporary culture to describe someone who is a strutting show-off. In myths and legends, however, peacocks are depicted as noble, beautiful creatures that bring good luck and fortune. Graff’s peacock diamond brooch, recently unveiled at the The European Fine Art Foundation (TEFAF) exhibition in Maastricht, shows the bird in all its glory; its feathers are adorned with exquisite coloured diamonds fanning out in true ceremonial style. At the heart of the brooch sits a 20.02-carat fancy deep-blue, pear-shape diamond, one of the rarest blue diamonds in the world. This can be detached and worn separately from the brooch. It comes as no surprise that this is one of Graff’s most valuable pieces, worth an astounding £66 million, reinforcing the company’s dominance in the diamond industry. graffdiamonds.com
True Colours Jewellery designer Kiki McDonough is not afraid of colour. In fact, her signature trademark is using semi-precious stones in an array of bold and daring colours, making her a pioneer in modern fine jewellery design. These pretty interchangeable drop earrings by Kiki McDonough come in citrine, blue topaz, amethyst, green amethyst and lemon quartz so you can now pick and choose your stones in various cuts, shapes and colours, an easier and more efficient way to buy and wear coloured jewellery. 12 Symons Street, SW3 kiki.co.uk
something old Leading jeweller dealers advise us what to
Cutting Edge Miriam Salat launched her namesake collection of resin, sterling silver and 18-karat gold vermeil in 2010. Her S/S13 pieces are once again inspired by the designer’s love of travel and culture
look out for when buying vintage jewellery 1. Opt for signed pieces by major designers such as Cartier and Tiffany & Co. 2. Try to spot the next big thing; natural pearls went up in value dramatically five
“The Miriam Salat woman is the new gyp-set [gypsy + jetsetter]. Adventurous and free-spirited, she is a bon-vivant who travels off the beaten path. Whether shopping in a Moroccan souk or exploring the ancient temples of Bhutan, she is always distinctive, always put together and never loses her impeccable chic”
years ago, while coral (Mediterranean) is now starting to increase in value. 3. Buy from an established dealer with a good reputation. Look for signs of membership of one of the two trade associations (BADA and LAPADA). 4. Buy jewellery not only because you love it but also to increase your chances of making a sound investment. 5. Check that the piece hasn’t had any major repairs or the stones replaced. 6. Ask if the stones have been ‘heat treated’. ‘Natural’ stones will always be worth more. 7. Invest in pieces with wearability and style.
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Nothing says glamour and decadence quite like the 1920s; emulate Carey Mulligan and Isla Fisher in Baz Luhrmann’s The Great Gatsby with Art Deco jewellery and accessories
1 1920s Art Deco earrings, £395, Rewind Vintage Affairs, farfetch.com 2 Diamond ear clips, POA, Dusausoy, on show with Lucas Rarities at Art Antiques London, Kensington Gardens (12-19 June), haughton.com 3 1920s platinum diamond necklace, £12,950, Heirlooms, net-a-porter.com 4 Diamond and onyx target ring, £8,350, Richard Ogden, richardogden.com 5 Duke printed satin-moiré clutch, £795, Anya Hindmarch, anyahindmarch.com 6 Cartier cufflinks, POA, Hancocks London, hancocks-london.com 7 Faux pearl and crystal tassel brooch, £125, Butler & Wilson from the Susan Caplan Vintage Collection, susancaplan.co.uk 8 Acacia antique silver headdress, £505, Jenny Packham, jennypackham.com 9 Art Deco necklace in platinum with round brilliant diamonds (early 1920s), Alexander E Tillander, michaelrosejewellery.com 10 Art Deco 1.07-karat sapphire and diamond ring, c.1935 from Robin Haydock, POA, Grays Antiques, graysantiques.com
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11 Akoya cultured pearl strand necklace, POA, from a selection at Mikimoto, mikimoto.co.uk 12 Platinum, natural pearl, old-cut diamonds and two pear-shaped diamonds bandeau (1924), cartier.com 13 South Sea pearl and rose cut diamond swirl earrings, £3,170, Susannah Lovis, susannahlovis.com 14 Art Deco style sapphire and diamond ring, £6,900, Richard Ogden, richardogden.com 15 Jean Fouquet aquamarine and diamond cuff bracelet, POA, Hancocks London hancocks-london.com 16 Pewter resin feather ring, £219, Miriam Salat, Harrods, harrods.com 17 Lily cluster diamond headband set in platinum, POA Harry Winston, harrywinston.com 18 French diamond and platinum brooch, POA, Boivin, on show with Lucas Rarities at Art Antiques London, as before 19 Art Deco style sapphire and diamond plaque ring, £3,600 Richard Ogden, as before the KENSINGTON & CHELSEA magazine
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Woman to Woman Two summers ago it was model and philanthropist Helena Christensen. Last summer it was musician Florrie Arnold. This year Hoss Intropia has enlisted illustrator and filmmaker Quentin Jones for its S/S13 campaign, proving they like women who are making a difference to represent the label. Young Jones has already made quite an impression on the fashion scene; her CV includes huge names in the industry, such as Chanel, Victoria Beckham and Marc by Marc Jacobs. Quentin has also created a tote for the collection and all proceeds will be donated to the Creative Handicrafts charity which aims to secure healthy and stable futures for women living in the slums of Mumbai. Stylish and for a good cause, it’s the ideal investment. hossintropia.com
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“Florals? For spring? Ground-breaking.” While this scathing comment from Meryl Streep’s character in The Devil Wears Prada may imply that florals no longer have the ability to set the fashion world’s hearts racing, they continue to burst out of designers’ collections time and time again, and this year is no different. For S/S13, flowers grew in gigantic new proportions on the catwalk, giving a full-on 3D effect as designers showcased the flower, bigger and bolder than ever before. For me, no one does florals quite like Erdem Moralioglu. His collection breathed a fresh lease of life into the trend as the designer reinterpreted his signature pattern in exciting new ways. Ladylike and elegant, the romantic element forever present in Erdem’s collections was presented in the form of dainty dresses in lace and crochet and saccharine shades of orange, lemon and pink. However, the designer added another dimension, having been inspired by “the idea of science fiction meeting something more romantic”. This was reflected in the splashes of new age neon, 3D PVC and speckles of snakeskin, bringing a wilder edge. Similarly to Erdem, Holly Fulton had petals protruding from every fibre and her collection was packed with pastel hues. However, Fulton moved away from civilised country tea parties with girls in pretty dresses and instead “took inspiration from the relentless optimism of sun-kissed days in Los Angeles” following her recent road trip to the American coast. The Californian athleticism and laid-back approach to style was translated by the designer into board shorts printed with naked ladies, airtex shirts popping with pompoms, PVC and oversized round-frame sunglasses. The designer’s muse, the 60s skateboarder Patti McGee, was also emulated in the cropped trousers, raffia skirts and sweatshirts. Fulton wasn’t the only designer this year to look back at this particular era and bring it firmly into the 21st century. Moschino returned to the age of flower power in true Austin Powers-style with psychedelic colours, non-existent skirts and mosaic mirror shift dresses. Fun, flirty and totally groovy, this was by far my favourite show of the Italian fashion house’s to date. Apart from giant buttons which featured heavily on the jackets, Chanel’s show differed from Moschino’s in the way the floral trend had been re-imagined. It was if the clothes had a life and soul of their own as petals delicately floated up on the ends of dresses, appearing lighter than air, and sequin blooms
crept up garments. As reported by Vogue, Karl Lagerfeld explained the concept of the collection backstage at his show: “It’s more about the mood of the times, not something you have to translate… It’s all about the wind, it’s in the air”. By experimenting with volume and forces of nature, Lagerfeld struck the right balance between modernity and tradition. It may be the devil who wears it but I would happily sign my soul over if it meant getting my hands on Prada’s S/S13 collection. Never being one to follow the crowd, not only did Miuccia Prada succeed in maintaining flowers’ beauty but she also managed to make them cool. Single white flowers looked as if they had been spray-painted onto clothes, making them sharp and edgy as opposed to prim and proper. Rather than adopting the traditional pastel colours of spring throughout, Miuccia decided to play with monochrome. While at first glance you may have felt that you’d stumbled into the A/W13 preview as opposed to the S/S13 show, once you got over the heaviness of the black, you became uplifted by the freshness and vitality of the collection which refused to conform to standard expectations. Oscar de la Renta and Valentino are two fashion brands whose collections truly epitomise the word ‘timelessness’. Oscar de la Renta did what he does best and kept it simple but elegant. Models looked like darling buds of May as they walked the catwalk in beautiful embroidered gowns strewn with flower petals, but of course, the designer did not fall into the trap of making his collection look repetitive as he incorporated modern components such as leather and neon. Like Fulton and Erdem, the designer also experimented with the floral 3D effect. Valentino kept it demure with tea dresses, broderie anglaise and chiffon and dandelions were the designer’s flower of choice, reappearing on the floor-length dresses. However, like de la Renta, Valentino edged up the collection by incorporating harsher touches such as snakeskin and sheer panelling. So why do designers continue to experiment with florals? Well, for us, the answer is simple: flowers remain one of the ultimate symbols of femininity. Also, for most fashion designers, their S/S collections are the chance to celebrate the new season and fresh beginnings, and what better way to do this than through their perennial designs? Delicate and pretty, flowers and floral patterns are a timeless motif and, while in pure form they perhaps cannot be considered “ground-breaking”, once they have been reincarnated by designers, they can become truly revolutionary.
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Brandy metallic woven pencil skirt, £285, Tory Burch toryburch.co.uk Metal pearl bracelet from a selection, POA Chanel Jewellery S/S13 chanel.com
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Shine brighter than the sun this season in iridescent fabrics and metallic prints as seen at Burberry Prorsum, DVF and Mulberry Lauren bandeau bikini, £295 Lisa Marie Fernandez net-a-porter.com
Luna Eclipse necklace £610, Lara Bohinc larabohinc.com
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Leather and metallic-twill jacket, £1,050, Willow net-a-porter.com
Metallic belt, POA Viktor & Rolf, hervia.com
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Metallic leather wedge sneakers £630, Giuseppe Zanotti giuseppezanottidesign.com
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Make a Statement The buzz surrounding Alexander McQueen’s S/S13 show was not simply about the Scarlett O’Hara-esque crinoline gowns but also the supersized bee-studded chokers, cuffs and beekeeper hats which cleverly illustrated Sarah Burton’s desire to celebrate the modern woman, and indeed the female form, by likening her to a worker bee. Understanding the ability accessories have to transform an outfit, Jaeger has launched The Boutique Gallery, a contemporary space on the second floor of its flagship Regent Street store which houses an entire accessory collection alongside British fashion brands. Silk scarves from Age of Reason and Claire Coles, clutch bags from Wilbur & Gussie and statement jewellery, from Nicholas King and jewellery brand-of-the-moment Mawi, are all on display. jaeger.co.uk
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The Secret Garden Although you may think on first sight that the Chelsea Flower Show was the main influence behind Mariya Dykalo’s new collection for Aspinal, it was in fact her paintings of English Roses from which the designer drew her creative inspiration. Her impressionist oil paintings were reprinted onto the luxury brand’s staple Italian calf leather and pure silk to create The Secret Garden limited edition collection, made up of handbags, purses, scarves and cuff bangles. Our particular favourite is the Flora clutch; the giant enamel flowers make for a playful and bold statement while the Fabergé-egg-shaped form and gold-plated brass finish give it an old-fashioned elegance and sophistication, drawing reference to the minaudières of the 1930s. aspinaloflondon.com
Spring Has Sprung Rupert Sanderson defied nature last month when he hosted his Spring has Sprung party in spite of Arctic conditions. Guests were given a visual treat as a giant daffodil shoe sculpture comprising 1,500 individual daffodils of 100 different types, supplied from quality breeder R.A. Scamp, took centre stage at the Mayfair store event. As well as kicking back against the appalling London weather, the sculpture served to showcase the designer’s newest shoe collection in which every design has been named after the yellow flower. Sanderson’s ‘lightbulb moment’ when he was inspired to create the collection occurred after reading a book on the different names of “the lovely daffodil”. Bright and colourful, these shoes are the perfect antidote against winter blues. rupertsanderson.com
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Q&A with... Jane Winkworth of French Sole
Whistle in the Dark Clothing brand Whistles is joining the millions who are saying no to cancer by partnering with Trekstock, the charity organisation which raises funds and awareness for research into cancers that affect young people. It is the perfect fit as Trekstock has always chosen to engage with its younger target audience through clothing, music, art or design collaborations. The range of exclusive accessories launching at Whistles’ stores and on the website come from five guest designers, all of whom are household names: Katie Hillier, Holly Fulton, Kate Moross, Maria Francesca Pepe and Bex Rox. whistles.co.uk
Jane Winkworth has been the owner and designer of French Sole for more than 20 years and her classic ballet pumps have become a worldwide phenomenon, worn by members of the royal family and Chelsea residents alike. This year, Jane has chosen to branch out from designing her signature pumps and has instead launched a range of sneakers, also known as Moochers. We speak to Jane about her new collection, the future of French Sole, her love of Chelsea and, of course, the RHS Chelsea Flower Show.
Q: What made you decide to move away from the traditional ballet pump and design sneakers for spring? A: Developing the Moochers was a natural progression for me – everyone wears sneakers and the Moochers are my super luxurious and stylish version.
Q: Did you have a particular person in mind when designing the collection? A: I always keep my typical Chelsea customer in mind when designing. The inspiration for the Moochers came from classic French Sole fabric and colour combinations which I know my customers love.
Q: What else do you have in store for French Sole for the rest of 2013? A: I am currently working on developing a collection of a further 22 Moochers, to be released later this year. However I will never abandon the traditional ballet pump and it will always be my main focus as it’s what French Sole is known for. I’ve been designing shoes for 25 years and I create 200 ballet flats per year. This year will also see the opening of two new French Sole stores in Manila and Beijing.
Q: What does the Chelsea Flower Show mean to you? A: I see it as one of the greatest events in Chelsea’s social calendar. I attend every year and I absolutely love going. It encompasses everything that I have always adored about Chelsea – it is a spectacle of colour and passion, and it is the perfect harmony of country and urban living. The Royal Hospital has always been one of my favourite Chelsea landmarks.
One for All For those of you who spend your lunch break or quiet Sunday afternoon trawling though the Outnet looking for an affordable but fashion-friendly dress for that next social engagement will be thrilled to learn that Issa London is now being sold on the shopping website. From floor-length gowns to smart-casual shift and skater dresses, the new collection is suited both to day and night occasions and they come in this summer’s hottest colours – fuchsia, emerald, orange, cobalt and metallics – so there’s one to suit you all.
Q: Which pair of shoes will you wear to mark the occasion? A: This year I will wear my Henrietta ballet flats with a floral design as a special homage to the wonderful occasion. French Sole has just launched the Hefner Collection: the new slippers from the brand’s London Sole range. Available in four fabric and colour combinations with studded toe and tassel detail, these are priced at £165; frenchsole.com
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Black flower lace dress with olive silk georgette satin detachable petticoat, ÂŁ2,480, Gucci, 18 Sloane St, gucci.com Metal pearl bracelet and gold metal cuff with glass pearl, POA Both Chanel Jewellery S/S13, chanel.com
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Gold asymmetric gown, ÂŁ690, CH Carolina Herrera 2 Fulham Rd, carolinaherrera.com Shield brooch, ÂŁ420, Carole Tanenbaum, caroletanenbaum.com Pearl bracelet and gold metal cuff with glass pearl, Chanel, as before Cream leather court shoes, POA, Christian Dior, 31 Sloane St, dior.com
Black crepe wool silk jacket with short puff sleeves, ÂŁ1,200, Gucci, as before Brooches from Camelia Collection and pearl bracelet, POA, Chanel, as before Headpiece courtesy of Hayford & Rhodes, hayfordandrhodes.co.uk
Gown, POA, Issa, issalondon.com Long black napa gloves, £435, Gucci, as before Statement black gem necklace, £1,950, shield brooch, £420, and flower-shaped cocktail ring, £350, all Carole Tanenbaum, as before Brooches, bracelets and cuff, POA, all Chanel, as before
Black jacket, POA, Todd Lynn, toddlynn.com, Blouse, POA, Versace, 183-184 Sloane St, versace.com, Black wool shorts, POA, Christian Dior, as before, Black wide women’s belt with squared buckle in gold finish, £330, and high heel t-strap pump in black patent leather, £455, Gucci, as before Pearl bracelet and metal and glass pearl cuff, both Chanel Clear diamanté floral necklace, £850, Carole Tanenbaum Creative director: Francesca Barrow at faconner.co.uk HairStylist: Takanori Yamaguchi Make-up Artist: Stephanie Stokkvik Model: Yan at Bookings Models Location: No. 11 Cadogan Gardens, Cadogan Gardens, Knightsbridge SW3 2RJ (020 7730 7000; no11cadogangardens.com) Flowers courtesy of Hayford & Rhodes (020 3130 9219; hayfordandrhodes.co.uk)
Brothers in Arms Designing the costumes for The Great Gatsby would be no small task for any designer. Not only would they have to recreate the authentic clothing of the 1920s era but they would also have to compete with the original outfits made by Ralph Lauren for Jack Clayton’s 1974 film version of the American novel, starring Robert Redford as Jay Gatsby and Sam Waterston as Nick Carraway. For the 2013 production, American heritage brand Brooks Brothers was set the challenge and judging from the images that have already been released, it hasn’t fallen short. As the official men’s clothier, Brooks Brothers produced 500 day and evening ensembles, a total of 1,700 pieces for cast and crew. While Ralph Lauren may have the edge as the ultimate purveyor of American preppy chic, Brooks Brothers was the obvious choice second time round; writer F. Scott Fitzgerald had been a loyal customer during his lifetime and he refers to the company on several occasions in his writings as being the pinnacle in gentleman’s clothing suppliers. We look forward to seeing Leonardo DiCaprio and Tobey Maguire in the dapper attire.
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Leather Bound Trevor Pickett’s story is a romantic one. The unassuming boy from Essex left home with £2,000 in his pocket to pursue his dream of becoming a West End actor. Unsuccessful in this endeavour, his loss turned into the leather goods industry’s great gain as this led to his decision to start up his own business. This year we celebrate the 25th anniversary of the leather goods shop, since it first opened its doors in the Burlington Arcade in 1988. Trevor and his team at Pickett are constantly sourcing and designing new products and all of the leather goods available in the store originate from England. For timeless style and elegance, look no further. Bridlehide belt in dark brown/chestnut, £165 Canvas frame holdall, from a selection Pickett, 149 Sloane Street, SW1X 9BZ pickett.co.uk
Hermès’ story began in 1837 when Thierry Hermès founded his house of harness-making. Following a spell in saddle-making, the brand turned its attention to men’s and women’s fashion in the late 20s. Today Hermès produces leather goods, lifestyle accessories and ready-to-wear, and the French label is presenting its historic work in craftsmanship in a special week-long exhibition at the Saatchi Gallery this May. Ten different Hermès crafts are being showcased, providing a fascinating insight into its production of objects including the famous silk scarf and iconic leather bags. Hermès artisans will be on hand offering visitors first-hand experience and knowledge. Festival des Métiers, 21-27 May Saatchi Gallery, Duke of York’s HQ, SW3 4RY saatchi-gallery.co.uk / hermes.com
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Blue Suede Shoes It would come as little shock to us if it was discovered that the cause of some marital break-ups arose from the husband’s choice of footwear in summer. While, for many men, wearing a pair of flip-flops or, even worse, the tragic white-socks-and-sandals look is an acceptable fashion statement during the hot months, for women this is the stuff of nightmares. Ensure that your summer holiday isn’t spent with your wife and children walking ten yards behind you at all times by investing in Mr. Hare’s capsule collection of cashmere espadrilles.
Gucci will soon be entering into the sartorial services for the modern day gentleman with its new madeto-measure collection. The fashion house has teamed up with Italian entrepreneur Lapo Elkann, the muse for this enterprise whose singular style has long been a popular blogging topic among fashion followers. The collection comprises 27 looks (23 for men and four for women) and the men’s range includes clothing, shoes and accessories. Get a first look at the capsule collection at the Milan men’s fashion shows this June. gucci.com
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Arno collection by Mr. Hare, from £240 mrhare.com
Truly Refined The Refinery declares itself “London’s one-stop Grooming Emporium for men” and, with 13 years under its belt, it must be doing something right. In the heart of Harrods is this gentleman’s club-esque sanctuary which offers barbering, skincare and spa treatments. The REFINERY skincare range is available in store for men who are tired of sharing their wife’s skin products; specifically formulated for men, the products combine top technology with highly concentrated essential oils. We particularly like the names of some of the treatments; book a Groom’s Day Out or a 5 O’Clock Shadow and be thankful for the discreetly named waxing treatments. Men’s Fitness calls the Refinery “The Rolls-Royce of men’s grooming”; who are we to disagree? The Refinery at Harrods 020 7893 8332; harrods.com
Modern Dandy It takes a secure man to wear florals. Get it wrong and you’re sure to be mocked by your male friends. But get it right and you can transform into a fashion icon. The key is to keep it simple. Duchamp has long been creating garments to suit ‘the modern dandy’, and this S/S13 the luxury menswear company has created a range of floral clothes and accessories. The fashion brave among you can go all out with one of the bright floral shirts, or or opt for a more subtle look with an accessory, like one from the selection of floral bow ties. duchamplondon.com
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The Jetsetter Luigi Fedeli fused his love of The Great Gatbsy and summer travels to create the brand’s S/S13 collection. The Italian designer drew inspiration from the cosmopolitan cities of Milan and Havana by choosing colours such as neutral white and navy blue, which were then blended with bright and vibrant colours (sea blues, intense coral reds and fresh greens) in order to capture the vibe of seaside resorts Capri, San Tropez and Miami. Finally, Fedeli designed a selection of linen styles available in safari shades of beige, khaki and green to recreate the apparel of the 1920s American novel in his collection. Fedeli Cashmere has come a long way since its first workshop in Monza back in 1934, setting up its London concept store in Draycott Avenue last June. For us, Fedeli is one of ‘the’ brands to watch. Fedeli Cashmere, 108 Draycott Avenue SW3 3AE, fedelicashmere.com
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Darling Buds of May Rubelli’s 2013 fabric collection demonstrates the power of great design. Among the host of designers involved in the new season’s collection is artist Claire Basler who has created decadent designs inspired by the beauty of nature and her own love of the botanical world. The large-scale, hand-painted floral patterns, bold and expressive, have been printed onto sumptuous silks, creating a romantic vision for your home but one that isn’t too pretty-pretty. Basler’s work, like the rest of the fabrics in the collection, illustrate how ‘standard’ has never been a word to enter into the Rubelli vocabulary; the company prides itself on its attention to detail and places great emphasis on quality underlying every piece of fabric it creates. Rubelli / Donghia, Design Centre East, rubelli.com
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A Rose by any other name...
With velvety petals, heady fragrances and beautiful colours, there’s no doubt that if roses had a gender, they’d be female. How ironic, then, that the UK’s leading rose breeder – David Austin Roses – is a family of men. Angelina Villa-Clarke talks past, present and future with founder David CH Austin and his grandson Richard Austin
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Look out into your garden; if you have roses growing there then the chances are that they have been bred by David Austin. Since he introduced the now-famous Constance Spry rose in 1961, he has released nearly 200 English roses and is regarded as the world’s foremost rose specialist. So when did this passion begin? “My parents were farmers in Shropshire and I grew up in the countryside,” David recalls, “so I developed a passion for plants at a very young age. But it wasn’t until my sister, Barbara, gave me A. E. Bunyard’s book, Old Garden Roses, that I fell in love with roses.” The book inspired David to order some Old Roses, such as Damasks and Gallicas, and it was then that he saw first hand just how beautiful they were. “I adored their full blooms and wonderful fragrances,” he says. “I was in my early 20s and I decided to start breeding roses as a hobby. My aim was to breed varieties which combined the charm and fragrance of the Old Roses with the wide colour range and repeat-flowering of modern roses.” And so, in 1969, David Austin Roses was established. Around 15 years ago, David’s eldest son David JC Austin joined the company and the two have
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worked tirelessly to continue developing new varieties of English Roses. The company is now famous for exquisite varieties such as Graham Thomas, which was voted the world’s favourite rose in 2009, and one of David’s personal favourites, Munstead Wood, which is a deep crimson flower. The company is also renowned for its two-acre rose gardens open to the public, in Albrighton, Wolverhampton, considered one of the most beautiful in the world. “I was absolutely delighted when my son joined the business,” David beams. “And now, more recently, I’m thrilled that my grandson Richard has also joined the fold. David Jnr has been instrumental in developing David Austin Roses into a worldwide business and together we have created our rose gardens, which have become a major visitor attraction. We are now doing the same in Japan; we opened our gardens near Osaka last year.” Meanwhile, new recruit Richard, 28, has been tasked with launching a new lifestyle arm of the company, David Austin Garden & Home, which uses the rose emblem and scents in a range of gifts and products for the garden and home, as well as a beauty line. “Although our core business will always be breeding, this feels like a natural direction for the company,” Richard explains. “Our bath, body and home fragrance, for instance, is something with a real connection to our roses. The scent is inspired by five of our most fragrant varieties, it contains rose water harvested from our roses and the packaging features a water colour painting of one of our most popular roses, The Generous Gardener.” How does David Snr feel about handing the baton to the younger generation? “I am so proud to
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have Richard as part of the business and to see the positive response his products have received from our customers,” he enthuses. “There was a lot of excitement surrounding his first stand at Chelsea last year – it was wonderful to see all his hard work paying off.” With pretty rose-embellished ceramics, apothecarystyle vases and a vintage-style beauty range, the new collection looks set to be a roaring success, especially with the many legions of loyal David Austin fans. “I certainly feel a great sense of responsibility to make it a success,” acknowledges Richard. “I know how hard my grandfather and father have both worked and I feel I owe it to them to work as hard as I possibly can.” With many awards to David Snr’s name, including the Victoria Medal of Honour by the Royal Horticultural Society, the Dean Hole Medal by the Royal National Rose Society and, most impressively, an OBE in 2007 for his services to horticulture, it’s tempting to ask if, at the age of 87, he is looking forward to retirement. “Although I’m not as active as I once was, my passion is still the same,” he answers. “I come into the office most days and I try to get out as much as possible, especially during the spring when the first seedlings are flowering in the greenhouse and in the summer to inspect the seedlings out in the trial fields. My ideal day is one immersed in roses, so I won’t be going anywhere fast,” he laughs. Richard nods in agreement. “My grandfather started the business on his own and he remains the heart of it today. At the age of 87 his attention to detail is still amazing so you have to be on your toes when presenting ideas and samples to him. His passion is limitless and
“Still the world’s most prestigious flower show, Chelsea is the cornerstone of our calendar” inspiring.” And winning that OBE? “It was a highlight of my career,” declares David. “It actually coincided with the release of my 200th English Rose at the Chelsea Flower Show, so it was a very special year all round.” In fact, the company has already won 16 gold medals for rose displays created for the Chelsea Flower Show, so what have they got in store this year? “We’re still finalising our design but, as it stands, we are planning to create a beautiful formal rose garden made up of four individual beds. The beds will be planted with a blend of fragrant English Roses and shrub roses. The arches and arbours over the paths between the borders will be covered in floriferous climbing and rambling roses.” Chelsea is also the place where the company formally
launches its new roses, and this year’s show will see four new varieties being introduced, including The Lady Gardener, a stunning large, apricot-coloured rose with a distinctive tea fragrance. “The Chelsea Flower Show is absolutely crucial for us,” continues David emphatically. It’s clearly a subject close to his heart. “We exhibit at flower shows in many different countries but Chelsea is still the world’s most prestigious and it is the cornerstone of our yearly calendar of events.” What are the plans for the future? “I have an unwavering passion for developing English Roses and I am continually striving for beauty and trying to recapture the essence of the rose. For millennia the rose has played a key part in our culture and I want to ensure this continues,” David declares. “I’m sure with the help of my family and dedicated team there will be many more English Roses to come. My goal remains the same – to develop the healthiest roses possible without compromising their beauty, fragrance, grace and, most importantly, their charm – the quality they are most renowned for.” To visit the rose gardens, order roses online or explore the new collection, visit davidaustinroses.com
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GROWING THE PERFECT ROSE 1. Choose a good, reliable variety that is healthy, fragrant and free-flowering. Roses are incredibly tough, reliable and forgiving but a bit of extra care will be generously repaid. 2. Roses love moist, humus rich soil, so prepare the soil really well by incorporating plenty of well-rotted organic matter before planting. It is a good idea to mulch the soil around the plant each spring to keep the moisture in the ground and to help the soil to retain the organic matter. 3. Even though English Roses only require four hours of sunlight a day, choosing a spot with lots of sunlight, that doesn’t have too many companion plants competing with them above and below the ground, is ideal. 4. If a rose does suffer from disease, then occasional spraying can be very beneficial. Apart from traditional fungicides, foliar feeds like Maxicrop and SB Plant Invigorator can be highly beneficial. 5. The rest is very easy. It is merely a matter of pruning them in the winter, feeding them at the appropriate time in spring and summer, and watering and dead-heading them as necessary. Pruning is the part that I have found many people get nervous about but it is really very simple. The general rule with English Roses is to reduce the height by between a third and two thirds, according to how well the rose is doing and how large you want it to grow. So prune harder if you want it to grow shorter or lighter if you want it to grow taller.
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Design For Living Taking their cues from the Roaring Twenties (in time for the release of Baz Luhrmann’s adaptation of The Great Gatsby), designers Syrie Maugham and Dorothy Draper have conceived these striking floral prints, entitled Seraphina, part of the new S/S13 collection at Designers Guild. The enchanting colour palette blends muted tones to create designs which manage to be both subtle and eye-catching. Designers Guild is headed up by a brother and sister team, both passionate about the ethics behind their business; they’ve ensured that 70 per cent of their fabrics are made from recyclable natural fibres so you can embrace nature inside and out this spring. Designers Guild, 267-277 King’s Road, SW3 5EN designersguild.com
If Walls Could Talk Watts 1874 was established in London by three late 19th century architects: George Frederick Bodley, George Gilbert Scott the Younger and Thomas Garner. Their fabrics and wallpapers have lent sophistication to such distinguished buildings as Ham House and Hampton Court. The bold colours and floral designs, shown here by Aeldred, are a wonderful way to add character to your walls.
Fantastically Floral We think the floral summer collection by And So to Bed, inspired by the rococo aesthetic of MarieAntoinette’s time, will lend an air of romantic French chic and ‘je ne sais quoi’ to any bedroom. As the name suggests, And So To Bed began as a specialist in antique beds before it started designing its own and opening a shop on the King’s Road. However, we hasten to add that the company’s expertise does extend beyond beds, as proven by this handsome wardrobe and dressing table which are part of the new season collection. The delicate flower designs are hand-painted and the pieces are available in a range of colours, but we especially love the duck egg blue and anthracite colours, as shown here. And So To Bed 591-593 King’s Road, SW6 2EH andsotobed.co.uk
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Feathering Your Nest From jewellery to fashion, peacocks seem to have taken over the world of design, and this extends to interiors. You can now be as proud as a peacock in displaying the remarkable colours of the bird’s exquisite feather display with Paon’s new fabric from Boeme. Ideal for bringing a fresh look to your upholstery, this distinctive cushion is sure to liven up your bedroom or living room. Printed on rich cotton velvet, this pattern is a luxurious option for stylish interiors. Paon Fabric Cushion, Boeme, £68 Available at Harrods, harrods.com
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British florist Moyses Stevens has launched two beguiling ventures for spring; a concession at Harrods and a new branch in Chelsea. Visitors can pick up fabulous hand-tied bouquets or arrange a consultation for all things floral, from weddings to business events. The florist boasts two Royal Warrants, having been in the flower business since 1876, and specialises in landscape gardening. This could be just the breath of fresh air your garden needs and, having provided arrangements for The Annual GQ Awards and The Royal Opera House, we think that you’ll be in safe hands.
Hanging lanterns add the Narnia effect to outdoor spaces and Charles Edwards’ elegant designs will bestow a touch of magic upon any garden. Edwards began by selling antique furniture and lighting on the King’s Road in 1992 before he started to bring his own creative touch to the business. The exclusive collections take inspiration from the 19th and 20th century aesthetics of England, France and America and the company also produces interior lighting, having lit up everything from New York apartments to British stately homes. Genghis gatepost lantern, POA Charles Edwards 582 & 575 King’s Road, SW6 2DY charlesedwards.com
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Take Flight Take flight with the Sofa Workshop’s latest fabric featuring a bird and flower motif. The Little Lady Chair fabric has been named The Strawberry Thief and was released by Morris & Co to celebrate 150 years of William Morris, making the chair a loving allusion to one of the leading lights of the Arts and Crafts Movement. Little Lady Chair covered in William Morris Orchard bayleaf and rose, £999 Sofa Workshop, 324-326 King’s Road SW3 5UH, sofaworkshop.com
Flora and Fauna Like many designers this year, Sarah Campbell-Lloyd, the woman behind Pinch of Salt, has been caught up in spring fever and has taken inspiration from flora and fauna to create her vibrant prints for cushions, quilts and duvet covers. After a trip to the Flower Show, why not relax in some of Pinch of Salt’s silk nightwear and rest your head on the nostalgic floral or contemporary geometric prints? Never has the expression ‘wake up and smell the roses’ been more fitting.
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Rose garden embroidered cushion cover, £35 Pinch of Salt, pinchofsalthome.co.uk
Sitting Spiritually garden seat company is producing the RHS Centenary Bench, which has been expertly carved from FSC certified British Oak. Only 100 of the benches will be made, one for each year of the Chelsea Flower Show’s existence. Sitting Spiritually drew on the flower paintings of C.R. Mackintosh and the furniture of M.H. Baillie Scott, making the bench a wonderful celebration of Britain’s artistic heritage across the fields of indoor and outdoor design. RHS Chelsea Centenary Bench, £4,499, Sitting Spiritually sittingspiritually.co.uk
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Rustic Garden With spring in the air, it’s time to start investing in garden furniture ready for al fresco lunches and cocktail parties
Conservatory Chic On brisk mornings and chilly evenings, invite your garden into your conservatory with pretty perennials and floral designs
1 OKA, okadirect.com 2 Foxglove serving tray, £22, Brissi, brissi.com 3 Cream garden swing, £495, Sweetpea & Willow, sweetpeaandwillow.com 4 Bouquet Emilie Rose wall clock, £34.95, Roger Lascelles, rogerlascelles.com 5 Large Versaille stone effect urn on base, £599, Sweetpea & Willow as before 6 GreenGate, occa-home.co.uk 7 Soaring swallows cushion, £25.07, Rustic Country Crafts, rusticcountrycrafts.co.uk 8 Abigail Ryan red roses scented scatter cushion, £90, Jo Malone, selfridges.com 9 GreenGate grands magasins jug, £33, Occa Home, occa-home.co.uk 10 Lambswool angora throw in hellesbore, £195, Josephine Home, josephinehome.co.uk 11 Bryher three seater sofa, £890, OKA, okadirect.com 084
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There’s nothing quite like a rooftop garden on a spring evening. Designer Professor Nigel Dunnett discusses his Chelsea Flower Show garden and the merits of rooftop greenery With limited space available at street-level, rooftops are becoming an increasingly attractive option for city dwellers looking to create a garden of their own; this is often the only available space for introducing greenery and vegetation to a cityscape. Many of us assume a terrace or a rooftop is only suitable for small-scale planting and container growth but they can do so much more; it is not out of the realms of possibility for them to support trees, lawns and even small-scale woodlands. Kensington Roof Gardens, for example, is a fine example of how much scope there is to develop rooftop spaces. Not only do rooftop gardens create an escape, often in places where green space is in short supply, but they can also help us address the environmental issues caused by increasing urbanisation, which is why I have chosen to showcase the potential for rooftop garden design at this year’s Chelsea Flower Show. The RBC Blue Water Roof Garden is an example of how landscape architecture and creative horticulture can address some of the most pressing environmental challenges that face urban communities. One of these is dealing with extreme weather conditions; in the past year, south-east England has experienced both droughts and floods, problems which can be avoided by decreasing the expanses of concrete in cities. If every building had a rooftop garden, much more rainwater would be absorbed before it hits the ground, minimising the need for constant watering of plants and decreasing the pressure on urban drainage systems. The Blue Water Roof Garden is in keeping with the goals of the Royal Bank of Canada’s Blue Water Project, a ten-year global commitment to help protect our limited resources of fresh water. It is an example of a ‘rain garden’ where every drop of water that falls on it is captured and recycled rather than accumulating on a tarmac
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surface. A lush and well-planned roof garden can also contribute to biodiversity in urban environments. We have aimed to encourage this wherever we can in the design by including habitat towers and panels that play both a functional and decorative role. These manmade structures use natural materials to encourage biodiversity by creating the ideal environment for insects and invertebrates to nest, feed and hibernate, while also improving the garden aesthetic. Urban gardeners – experienced or novice – can introduce simple measures to their garden space to improve water efficiency and biodiversity. Even a small ‘living roof’, as simple as planting grass and flowers on the roof of a storage shed, can help to create a sustainable haven for local wildlife to be enjoyed all year round.
roof garden top tips • It’s essential to make sure the intended site can take the load of a garden or living roof: consult a professional if in any doubt . • Make sure the space is thoroughly waterproofed (on smaller structures you can use DIY materials such as a pond liner). • Planting on any available surface will capture rainwater and minimise the watering needed. Re-directing water flow from drainage systems will ensure rainwater is utilised effectively. • Carefully selected flowers and plants can attract and foster local wildlife without compromising on colour and creativity. • Consider adding bug hotels, available in most garden centres, and designed to attract different species of insects.
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Kids KINGDOM BY OLIVIA SHARPE
Doing It For The Kids After much anticipation and hype surrounding the first ever children’s fashion week, there’s no doubt about it: the Global Kids Fashion Week, in association with alexandalexa.com, was every bit as good as the adult counterpart. The 30 mini models backstage were full of excitement before they strutted their stuff in a 90s revival show which featured retro prints, bold colours, fairytale details and faux fur by designers Oscar de la Renta, Marni and Little Marc Jacobs (to name but a few). Post-show, Amber le Bon took to the decks as the event’s DJ while the likes of Camilla Rutherford, Jemma and Jodie Kidd, Saffron Aldridge and John Frieda, plus young fashionistas, enjoyed the nail painting bar (courtesy of child-friendly nail brand Little BU), a photobooth, a giant bubble machine and Kickle bloggers lounge. All in all, we can’t wait until the arrival of the new season collections.
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Making Headway Mad hatter Philip Treacy has finally turned his attention to children’s headwear, having launched a debut line in collaboration with holiday company Thomson in perfect timing for the summer getaway season. The limited edition collection of sunhats, which also features styles for the girls’ mothers too, will be available from the five-star Sensatori Resort in Turkey (the milliner recently designed the hotel’s bar), as well as at selected Thomson stores. All proceeds will be donated to Great Ormond Street Hospital. philiptreacy.co.uk
Dark Horse Straight from the horse’s mouth, Hibou Home has announced the release of its new Gymkhana fabric, guaranteed to win a first place rosette in the race for best children’s interior design. Images of classic equestrian scenes including jumping horses and riders, saddles and trophies, rosettes and riding crops have been printed onto fabrics in pretty pink, purple and sandy tones. With their natural drape and soft handle, the fabrics can be placed onto soft furnishings and curtains; now your little pony lover can dream of winning at Royal Ascot in their new horsethemed surroundings.
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Suite Sleep-Over For the ultimate children’s sleep-over, look no further than the Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park which has recently collaborated with nail polish brand Little BU to present a special new package. Young visitors are treated like little princesses upon arrival at the hotel; not only are they presented with a selection of Little BU’s wash-off nail varnishes but they also receive a complimentary mini-mani as part of the Little BU & Master Beau Suite Sleep-Over. Boys are not forgotten about; they are handed an indulgent Harrods Cirque de Sweet pail of candy to gorge on while the girls are pampered. After an impressive bubble bath thanks to Childs Farm natural products, kids can snuggle up for a blockbuster evening complete with popcorn and milkshakes before bedtime.
If you find your child often standing on tiptoe or practising pirouettes at home, chances are you have a future dancer in the family. If this is the case, nurture their talent early and send them to Everybody Ballet. Run by former First Soloist with the Royal Ballet Isabel McMeekan and former RB student and dancer Karis Scarlette, the children’s tuition programme, based in Notting Hill, Chiswick and Covent Garden, has had wonderful results over the last few years, with previous female students having been accepted into some of the top ballet schools including White Lodge, Junior and Mid Associates at The Royal Ballet School, Anna du Boisson’s Young Dancers Academy and Elmhurst. As the name suggests, the programme is open to all, regardless of previous experience or talent. The Notting Hill studio is run by former Principal ballerina and Governor of The Royal Ballet Monica Zamora and has been decked out with all the necessary equipment. everybodyballet.com
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Scoot Off Micro Scooters has once again set the pace among its small-wheeled competitors with its latest range of scooters, features and accessories. The candy colours make a fashionable statement this summer, coming in traditional girlie-pink and boyish-blue, as well as lovely lilac. The company has also launched a camouflage green microscooter so your children can play hide and seek on your next trip to the park, and a coral-coloured micro in case Mummy wants one of her own. Mini Micro Scooter (in candy lilac, candy pink or candy blue), £59.95 micro-scooters.co.uk
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Due to the unprecedented success of Mikimoto’s Christmas Teddy Bear pearl pendant, designed to celebrate the Japanese jeweller’s first year at Harrods, Mikimoto has introduced two editions of the pendant for spring, one in 18-karat pink gold and another in 18-karat white gold. Cradling an Akoya cultured pearl in its paws, the teddy bear refers to the brand’s heritage as the ruler of the pearl kingdom. It also features a diamond earring, possibly to mark the company’s 120th anniversary which has already been celebrated instore through the iconic windows, commemoratively decorated with mini teddy bears having a tea party in a gorgeous spring blossom tree garden. Mikimoto Teddy Bear pearl pendant, from £2,100 Exclusive to Harrods, harrods.com
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Spring Awakening Freshen up your skin in time for spring with our pick of the top facial beauty products 1. With sensitive skin, I often have to be extremely careful when it comes to what masks I use but I’m pleased to say that this was not the case with Omorovicza’s cleansing mask. The silky smooth clay formula went on like butter and left my skin feeling refreshed and looking brighter. OS Deep Cleansing Mask, £57, omorovicza.co.uk 2. I love this new serum, particularly at night when it feels super moisturising but not greasy. When I wake up my skin is glowing and velvety soft; the hydration is fantastic and it feels as if you’re giving your skin a cocktail of goodness. Another must-try is Clarins’ BB cream, perfect for smoothing out uneven skin tone. AH Double Serum (30ml), £55, clarins.co.uk 3. I had started to believe that puffy eyes and dark circles could only be treated by a plastic surgeon. Until I tried Clarins’ formula, that is. My dark circles were reduced within two weeks and puffiness would only manifest after a very late night. OS Eye Revive Beauty Flash (20ml), £29, clarins.co.uk 4. While some exfoliators can be harsh, Elemis’ exfoliator lives up to its promises and is extremely gentle on sensitive skin. Use before a treatment mask for the best results. OS Gentle Rose Exfoliator (50ml), £27, elemis.com 5. Now if there’s one thing my mother taught me about skin care, it’s that what you wear on your face during the day must have an SPF. The biology element in this day cream comes from the antioxidant marine plants and apparently it can maintain your skin’s firmness and elasticity; my skin did feel lovely and soft all day. Because of its cream-gel nature, a little goes a long way. AH Advanced Marine Biology Day Cream SPF20 (50ml) £88, La Prairie 6. Can you really turn back the clock overnight? If you’re paying £300+ for a product, it had better do just that. Retinol – the most effective de-aging ingredient – and oxygen take advantage of your skin’s natural resting state while you’re asleep and “wrinkles are repaired, signs of aging are erased, cell turnover is accelerated and oxygen is boosted”. AH Cellular Power Charge Night (40ml), £322, La Prairie La Prairie products are available at Urban Retreat, Harrods, harrods.com
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HEALTH BEAUTY Eyes Wide Open Despite many of us feeling that we’ve seen Cara Delevingne’s face more than our own recently, it’s hard not to stop staring at her latest campaign for YSL Beauté. The sultry Delevingne is pictured with pouting lips, perfectly manicured nails and camel-like lashes as she presents the brand’s new beauty products for its Baby Doll range which include Volume Effet Faux Cils mascara in four shades, eyeliner in six colours, a Rose Baby Doll lipstick and, finally, Rose Baby Doll nail polish. In the background of the campaign, a handsome onlooker stares, transfixed by the young British beauty. And who can blame him? The collection is due to launch on 22 May. yslbeauty.co.uk
Read All About It John Galliano’s signature gazette print is no longer confined to his clothing line but can now be found on Diptyque candles. The fashion designer and the French perfumer came together to create their own scented candle; blending smoked leather, white incense, bay leaves and rosewood, its aroma perfectly captures the sensuous and romantic persona that so encapsulates Galliano’s fashion line. To match the theatricality of the designer, Diptyque has just launched a giant version of the candle at 1,500 grams, available in Harrods’ Beauty Apothecary. Diptyque Galliano 1.5kg candle, £170 Exclusive to Harrods, harrrods.com
Backstage Beauty: Minimalism Fresh beginnings, fresh faces. This was the attitude held by many fashion designers at their S/S13 shows. The A/W13 Gothic-inspired beauty look, featuring heavy-lidded eyes and stained red lips, was wiped clean as make-up artists returned models to their natural beauty. At Jil Sander, Balmain and Valentino, models’ skin was clean and flawless. Rather than using fewer products to create natural complexions, make-up artists decided to show off their skills by using a variety of products to create the appearance of unmade-up faces. Models were prepped with plenty of powder to achieve the velvety finish and while eyes were bare, eyelashes were given a subtle curl, and cheeks a hint of pink. The ‘nude’ look can now be achieved using Estée Lauder’s invisible powder make up which launched in April. Coming in both liquid and powder form, it achieves perfect skin through marrying pigments with light. Combine this with added layers of Clarins’ mineral loose powder, a light brushing of NARS’ highlighting blush for a luminous glow and a flick of Chanel’s latest Jeux de Regards mascara. The ‘no make-up’ effect never looked so good. Invisible Powder Makeup 6g, £29, and Invisible Fluid Makeup 30ml, £27 esteelauder.co.uk
Miss Liberty highlighting blush, £21.50, NARS Cosmetics narscosmetics.co.uk Mineral loose powder, £30 Clarins, clarins.co.uk
Mascara from Jeux de Regards collection, £23, Chanel, chanel.com Available from 3 May
Avant-Garde Perhaps because of the imminent release of The Great Gatsby, Chanel was inspired by legendary movie icons for its latest collection, Avant-Première. The new line consists of additions to the Rouge de Chanel cosmetics range and features lipsticks and nail polishes in film-inspired shades. chanel.com
Q&A with... with Dennis Basso To celebrate his 30th anniversary in the fashion industry, Dennis Basso has just launched his very first fragrance, exclusive to Harrods, where the designer’s own label has been housed for the past three years. Olivia Sharpe meets the vivacious and indomitable Basso to discuss his new scent.
Q: How much personal input did you have regarding the fragrance? A: I was involved from the very beginning until the end. I wanted to know that it wasn’t just going to be my customers buying it; I also wanted my friends to love it. I wanted to love it. Sometimes when you go near a woman and she has on a beautiful fragrance, you say, ‘oh isn’t that nice?’ I wanted my fragrance to resonate that so we worked with sampling for almost a year until we got it right.
Q: Did you get lots of friends to try it? A: Yes, everyone we know, including our housekeepers. I just wanted
Under Pressure Ever since Gwyneth Paltrow brazenly strolled down the red carpet with six suction marks on her back, there has been a curiosity building around cupping. Used to release stress and tension by placing suction cups on the skin, acupuncturist Kate Winstanley says it has the same effect as a deep-tissue massage. As the cold cups are placed on the skin, a prickly sensation seems to penetrate deep into the muscle, which fades as the cup is moved around. It only lasts ten minutes and my previously tense shoulders were light for days afterwards. Just don’t have it before a holiday, unless you want to look like Gwyneth. GT Neck and shoulder de-stress cupping therapy, £60 (£80 for initial consultation); katewinstanley.com
it to be perfect. The Dennis Basso brand is synonymous with being elegant, sophisticated and luxurious so I felt the fragrance had to incorporate all of these qualities.
Q: Did you have a certain type of woman in mind when you set about creating the fragrance? A: A woman of all seasons; a bit sporty yet likes to get dressed up and she’s also a woman who wants to be alluring. She doesn’t necessarily want to be overtly sexy but she wants to understand her femininity. This is a very rich fragrance and it’s very citrusy (which I associate with being sporty) but the white flower and the cashmere wood bring that deeper layer of femininity.
Q: How did the design of the bottle come about? A: I always wanted it to be a sphere… I like that look. But I also wanted it to be easy to handle. The idea of trimming it with a little bit of fur on the rim was obviously due to my heritage as a fur designer. And then to make it dressing-table worthy, I wanted the top to appear like the stoppers of classic vintage perfume bottles. It also has an emerald-cut top and the DB logo embossed. So it has clean lines; it’s modern but also a little bit old-school. And I think that’s who Dennis Basso is; Dennis Basso the person, and Dennis Basso the aesthetic, is a touch old school and modern.
Q: Do you want to create more scents in the future? A: I think we will but we’ll let this scent settle – let people enjoy it and love it. Maybe I’ll then do a scent that I think is outdoorsy only, a great scent that’s maybe summery or springy, or one that’s more directed at the evening. I wanted the first one to have a universal appeal.
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Spa Review ELLE BLAKEMAN tests out ESPA Life at the Corinthia Hotel This is a connoisseur’s spa. If you’re easily impressed don’t come here; you can’t handle this. If, however, you pine for heated marble, huge rain showers, a glass amphitheatre sauna and a nine-metre swimming pool that looks like it was built for a Roman emperor, then this is a game changer. Four floors and 3,300 square metres of marble-covered calm provide the ultimate antidote to the buzzing streets of Trafalgar Square below you. ESPA has a hugely comprehensive spa menu and, alongside the hot stone massages and deep cleansing facials, you will also find a collection of holistic treatments, including the forcefully named Gatekeeper, where a naturopathic practitioner will address issues such as stress fatigue and sleep problems. ESPA founder and CEO Susan Harmsworth MBE is a big believer in the concept of wellness and a holistic approach to spas. This can be seen in her product range, encompassing everything from mood-soothing candles to replenishing creams and hair and scalp mud, and it is this approach that I feel during my Hot Stone Back Face & Scalp treatment; two hours of bliss where you are removed from the tight, list-driven everyday and coaxed into a world of soft-edged relaxation. The massage, with personally selected oils, is followed by a bespoke facial – in my case a super-deep cleansing involving steam and a plethora of ESPA masks and oils. The scalp treatment to finish is a firm, Thaiinspired massage with the best-selling pink hair and scalp mud (I’m advised to leave it in and my hair is gleaming afterwards), the perfect way to eke out any remaining tension. You can even add extras to your massage, like ordering a side-dish from a menu – add a salt & oil scrub beforehand or an indulgent additional 25 minutes for those who can’t bear the experience to end. Afterwards, stay in the state of zen a little longer with a rest on one of the heated stone beds or, if you’re really out of it, the dedicated darkened sleep pod room. Hot Stone Back, Face & Scalp Treatment (120 minutes) £210, ESPA Life at the Corinthia Whitehall Place, SW1A, 020 7321 3050 Products available at espaonline.com
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City life can be glamorous and exciting but sometimes the stresses of being constantly busy can leave the brain ineffective. Gemma Taylor investigates two unusual ways people are using to relax
Walking into a room and forgetting the purpose of your visit is a common occurrence for those living high-stress lives. There are games on the market which claim to improve brain power and memory but the key to effective mind power is stress management. There are many approaches to managing stress – yoga, sport, a glass of wine – but these two highly unusual and personalised methods are proposing more effective solutions.
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Dr Z Bobich runs the Janus Clinic, the UK’s first bio/ neurofeedback clinic, where a quick scan of the brain will tell him everything he needs to know about your stress levels without you telling him even one detail. “In Far Eastern philosophy there’s a saying: ‘When I eat I eat, when I sleep I sleep and when I work I work’. People in today’s society are doing too much at the same time and find it hard to focus,” Dr Bobich explains. “At the Janus Clinic, we do to humans what Goodyear tyres do for sports cars; we enhance them. After a scan of the brain, I design a program that will act like a brain work-out. By using brain sensors, my patients control a simple computer game and, in as few as six 40-minute sessions, the brain can re-learn how to deal with anxiety and concentration is instantly improved.” Dr Bobich’s clients range from children with ADHD to high-powered businessmen, one of whom contacted Dr Bobich after seeing that many Olympic athletes have had neurofeedback. Every year, this particular patient would compete in a boat race around the Isle of Wight, and every year he was beaten by
his arch rival and he could never figure out why. After neurofeedback, his brain was performing at 20 per cent more efficiency and he went on to win the next race by a quarter of a mile. He described the experience as being more present and that time appeared to be in slow motion so he could anticipate and change the angle of the boat more quickly. Dr Bobich says this is because he had given his client the ability to switch off, at will, all his thinking programmes except boat racing. “Stress is the biggest issue for patients and this is an extremely effective way of managing it. In the United States bio/neurofeedback is huge, and where the US goes, the UK usually follows.” After experiencing just one session of biofeedback, that concentrated on breathing, I was able to reach a Zen state of meditation that I have only felt close to experiencing in yoga. By breathing in this way you can control your heartbeat and reach instant relaxation, even in the most stressful of circumstances.
Meanwhile, in the middle of rolling countryside in Henley, a man calling himself the Modern Day Wizard is getting similar results with a polar opposite approach. A far cry from a reassuring computer lab, his consulting room is lined with ceiling-high Buddhas from the set of The King and I, oriental floor cushions, incense and tarot cards. After making a fortune in the city, Andrew Wallas had a nagging feeling that something wasn’t right in his life and following a 25-year soul-searching mission, he thinks he now has the answers. With a highly tuned intuition and battery of therapeutic techniques he has even the most stressed of clients leaving on cloud nine. Andrew believes that the greatest breakthroughs, ideas and revelations have come to people when the mind is in a state of complete relaxation. “What we call civilisation and progress in a minddominated society is actually taking us backwards. I think we live in a culture where there’s a culture of independence and very little community and connection between people.This is because of an imbalance of energy that has developed. In Sanskrit they have two basic principles of energy, Ra (masculine) and Ma (feminine). Ra gives us masculine energy, which is embedded in rationality and Ma gives us magic, and the planet needs this. The trend in our culture is very out of balance with these principles. Over the last 40 years women have become more socioeconomically empowered but the result is that a lot of women exist more in their masculine than feminine energy. I have huge respect for indigenous cultures who knew all this stuff that I do now. It’s a different way of being in the world that is quite bonkers, but I know it changes lives” he says. An extremely warm and friendly person, Andrew finds it easy to connect with his clients and quickly pin-point their sources of stress. With a combination of energy and visualisation exercises, over the space of two hours, he creates an almost euphoric feeling of clarity that lasts for as long as a couple of days. He ends every session with highly-effective meditation homework that you can take anywhere and this lesson: “Everyone knows that you are what you eat but then half of those people would go out and eat a McDonald’s. I call that the journey from the head to the heart. If you let meditation sink in, then we start living a different life.”
Book a consultation with Dr Z Bobich at the Janus Clinic and see how biofeedback can help you focus 01276 34822; janusclinic.com
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… and Matthew Carter is rolling along with a permanent fixed grin across his face I’d stopped for a few moments to take stock of the thing I was driving, drawing up to a farm off a quiet country road in the depths of Sussex. I spent five or ten minutes just looking at it: a Morgan 3 Wheeler resplendent in blue and orange Gulf racing colours. It’s like nothing else on the roads, nothing else new, that is. The front end is dominated by a massive, fully exposed, V-twin motorcycle engine flanked by a pair of tall, thin, spoked motorcycle wheels. The open
cabin is as basic as can be: a couple of seats, small steering wheel, two aircraft-style instruments and a gear lever. It’s so small that the driver’s right arm and elbow have to hang over the side when moving; let’s just say that you’ll quickly be on intimate terms with any passenger. There are no doors, while a hot exhaust pipe runs down both sides; best not to let your leg touch that when clambering in or out. At the back, there’s nothing much: just a rounded
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rump under which there sits, hidden from view, a single modern road wheel covered by a reassuringly wide tyre. A moulded tray above the wheel and beneath the cover, meanwhile, provides what little luggage space there is. Although it looks as if it might have been made in the 30s, it is in fact brand new, albeit inspired by the machines that Morgan made from before WW1 up until 1952; indeed, it wasn’t until 1936 that the company produced its first four-wheeler. Mulling all these things over, I put my crash helmet back on. Left leg over the body side, left hand behind me to grab the stout roll-over bar, I stood on the seat before bringing my right leg in from the cold. Then it was a question of threading each leg either side of the steering wheel and wriggling down until my feet found the pedals. Halfway through this process, I became aware I had an audience; a farmer who’d heard the bark of the bike engine wanted to see what all the noise was about. Once I eventually got settled he came out with one of those classic one-liners: “Might have been easier to have been born there,” he said. This is not a luxury car. It’s not a practical car. It’s not even that quick. But I challenge you to find another car that will provide as much fun, raise as many smiles and endear itself to all other road users as the Morgan. The fun starts the moment you clamber in and simply grows. You start the V-twin engine by lifting a safety cap over the ‘bomb release’ starter: THIS THING IS LOUD and vibrates like there’s no tomorrow. The entire trike shakes and shimmies in tune with the typical twin cylinder beat while the pedals perform a perfect foot massage whenever you brake or change gear. The driving position is excellent, though with
a fixed seat and non-adjustable steering, it’s the pedal box that needs to be moved for driver comfort. Although it looks as if it’s been stolen from the middle of a Harley Davidson Fat Boy, the engine is actually made by a small American specialist company called S&S. The 2.0-litre unit pumps out about 80bhp and gives the Morgan a top speed of around 115mph, though you’ll need to be pretty brave to do that. Pointless, too. You’re so exposed that 80mph feels as if you’re flying; outright top speed has never been so irrelevant. Neither will acceleration against the clock match a hot hatch – the exceptional new Ford Fiesta ST, say – when it’s driven with a bit of verve. But the combination of noise, wind and vibration means hard acceleration in the Morgan is a genuine assault on the senses, in direct contrast to the super, if soulless, efficiency of the Ford. The American engine is matched by a Japanese gearbox, a super slick ‘box from a Mazda MX-5, which has the shortest throws between shifts you could imagine. The
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brakes are strong and the steering is beautifully direct. Three wheelers have a poor reputation in some quarters as they have a propensity for falling over at the first corner, and it’s true that no one in their right mind would drive a Reliant Robin with anything approaching abandon if they wanted to live to tell the tale. But the Robin has two wheels at the back and just one at the front, which is the cause of most of its problems. The Morgan, in contrast, has two up front with one behind and is far more stable as a result. All the same, driving of these needs a different mindset. Any potholes you miss with the front wheels will be caught by the rear one. Single lane tracks are far more exciting; the build-up of mud and horse dung in the centre of the road means the rear wheel is forever spinning up, demanding quick reactions at the helm to counter the slide but the fact that this all happens at a few mph beyond a walking pace just makes the whole thing more fun. Potholes aside, on normal roads the fact that it’s one wheel short of a full set is neither here nor there. Despite their skinny profile there’s plenty of grip, though as you sit low in the car the left front wheel isn’t visible from the driver’s seat. It pays to remember how wide the front end is as you thread it through width restrictions. Weather protection? Nada. There are two fly screens ahead which do precious little and most drivers will use crash helmet and biker jacket on journeys, though neither is a legal requirement: the 3 Wheeler does have seat belts if you want to drive with the wind ripping through your hair. Either way, I can think of no better way to spend £30,000 on what’s no more than a toy, or £35,000 if you go for the Gulf Edition. Orange wall tyres anyone? If you’re still not sure, why not hire one for the weekend? You’ll be looking at around £650, but you might have to budget a little more on plastic surgery to get that silly grin removed from your face on Monday morning.
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As the annual HPA Gaucho International Polo tournament returns to The O2 in May, Jamie Morrison, captain of the England team, shares his experience of the thrills and spills of playing polo Polo is considered synonymous with grass pitches, sunshine and picnics. What does playing in an arena bring to the game? I think playing in an arena is much more exciting for the spectator! It’s very fast-paced and because you’re sitting within close proximity of the game you can feel the power and adrenalin close up.
you just need to give your local club a call to try it out.
What has been the highlight of your career? Probably winning medals, including two gold medals at the FIP European Championships.
What about one of the most challenging moments? And what makes the O2 venue so special to play in? The O2 has become an iconic venue in London, both for music and sporting events, so I’m really excited to be playing there again this year. It’s a unique place to play polo.
Would you like to see polo become as big as football in the UK? I don’t think it’s about competing with football – it’s a sport that has its own skill and appeal. I love encouraging more people to get into polo – so if anyone going to the Gaucho International at The O2 enjoys watching the match (which I’m sure they will do!) then I’ll be happy. Even better is if they fancy a go themselves –
One of the most challenging times any sportsman faces is injury, as it usually means you can’t compete and there can be long recovery periods. I’ve had to tackle broken eye sockets, I’ve broken both kneecaps and I’ve had numerous hand injuries (amongst others). Recovering is such a huge challenge so overcoming each injury is a great achievement and very rewarding.
Polo has always been closely linked to entertainment, food, wine and luxury. Do you think this element is an important aspect of the game? Absolutely – I think it’s such a great sport to watch. I recommend going to the polo with a group of friends, getting dressed up and making a day of it; watching polo while tasting food and great wine is fantastic fun.
Where is this year’s calendar taking you? After the Gaucho International at the end of May, the UK polo season starts so I’ll be based in Berkshire over the summer. I’ll probably then head over to Spain and perhaps to Copenhagen for international matches. Jamie goes head to head with Argentine captain Nacho Figueras at the upcoming HPA Gaucho International Polo at The O2 on 21 May. Tickets are available from £20 at gauchopolo.com
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argentine inspiration Perhaps you’ve been lucky enough to visit the sultry South American gem of Argentina, enjoying juicy steak, full-bodied wine and a little polo while you’re there. You may have stumbled upon Nicolas Audebert’s Cheval des Andes estate, set within the beautiful wine region of Mendoza; surrounded by the vineyards and facing the Andes, you’ll also find a polo pitch right at its centre. That’s the Argentinian way. And luckily for us, we can get a taste a little closer to home at The O2 this summer. We’ll be waiting with bated breath as the world’s greatest polo players fly in to The O2 to compete in this prestigious tournament. Over the course of three international matches, players will be vying for the honour of taking home the championship on Tuesday 21 May 2013. Offering delicious South American food by Gaucho, live music and top DJs alongside the polo, there really is no better way to kick off Argentine captain Nacho Figueras & England captain Jamie Morrison
the summer sporting season. As England takes on the mighty Argentina at this year’s HPA Gaucho International Polo match, England captain Jamie
Don’t miss the third annual HPA Gaucho International Polo event at The O2 in London on Tuesday 21 May 2013 Tickets are available from £20 at gauchopolo.com Follow the latest news on Gaucho Polo: @gauchopolo @gauchogroup and facebook.com/Gauchointernationalpolo For further information contact info@gauchopolo.com
Morrison will go mallet-to-mallet with Argentinian rival Nacho Figueras. We’ll be sipping on local wines as we enjoy the biggest Argentinian wine consumer event ever staged in Europe; 50 of Argentina’s best wineries are flying over for this occasion, presenting more than 200 varieties. Veuve Clicquot will be creating a unique champagne garden at the VIP after-party, held at indigO2, while Tanqueray Gin will be hosting a ring-side party and hospitality package. We’ll be taking up the Club Gaucho premium hospitality package which includes meeting the players, a Veuve Clicquot reception, VIP access to the arena and after-party. Post-match, you’ll find us enjoying the Thames-side views on board the Polo Express Clipper, a 150-seater catamaran.
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Sponsors IG will continue its sponsorship of Team England and is joined by Cheval des Andes, a LVMH winery in Mendoza who will sponsor Team Argentina. La Martina and HR OWEN Maserati are also taking roles as official merchandising and official car partners. Royal Salute will be sponsoring Team Scotland, and sponsors of the opening match – between two teams captained by Thomas Kato and Yevgeny Chichvarkin – will be Merchant Hub and Hedonism Wines.
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The White Island Escape While Ibiza is notorious for its nightlife and beach-side bars, it also boasts some stunning views inland which often get forgotten about. Escape to the Sa Talaia hilltop mansion for an exclusive getaway; borrow a car from the hotel to explore the scenery, or if you long for a sea-view from time to time, take out the hotel’s very own yacht. After a day of relaxing by the pool, head over to Sa Talaia’s sister hotel Ushuaïa Ibiza Beach Hotel to make the most of the island’s world-famous music scene. For a less energetic (but equally blissful) evening, take some time out in the spa. The hotel’s 14 sophisticated rooms are matched by its beautiful gardens and Sa Talaia offers exclusive summer bookings for up to 40 people, so not only can you choose the location but you can also select the clientele. hotelsatalaia.com
Secret Garden Be Enchanted We can’t wait to visit this newly-opened hotel in California’s beautiful Santa Barbara region. El Encanto, having been tucked away on the West Coast for almost a century, has recently been completely renovated. Check into one of the 92 handsomely designed bungalows, each with its own private patio or garden with a telescope, allowing you to enjoy the ocean view. The menu draws upon the hotel’s rich heritage: the Floating Island dessert has been evolving with the hotel since 1920. Look out for the ‘American Riviera’ retreat’s contemporary artworks, with pieces by Damien Hirst and Charles Arnoldi, and channel the Hollywood Golden Age by staying in one of Clark Gable’s rumoured haunts.
Escape our ‘spring’ weather for Nîmes’ and its average May temperature of 22°C; much more appealing. Jardins Secrets is a hideaway with a captivating design inspired by 18th century France and Andalusian Spain and, as the name suggests, the gardens are part of the boutique hotel’s charm. If you’re prone to Chelsea Flower Show withdrawal symptoms, visit Jardins Secrets to get your garden fix. After a day exploring the fascinating Roman ruins and seeing the famous Pont du Gard aqueduct, you’ll forget that you are in a vibrant city as you relax beneath the olive trees or visit the Roman-inspired spa. This romantic and cultural haven is wonderfully situated for a visit to the historic cities of Arles and Avignon.
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Picture Perfect If you’re tired of trawling through holiday snaps and editing out demon red-eyes and unflattering angles, removing the blinding camera reflection and deleting the accidental shots of your brother’s left foot, visit PikPerfect. The company will edit your photos to your specifications and create a beautiful photobook so that you can capture your holiday memories without the trouble of manual editing. For the perfect travel companion, Fujifilm recently released the super stylish X100S camera which combines vintage design with digital quality.
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A Palace in
Paradise Gabriel O’Rorke voyages to Valparaiso, the charming, colourful, colonial metropolis in Chile which is home to new boutique hotel Palacio Astoreca (and in fact it wouldn’t be entirely out of place in Pirates of the Caribbean) he Pearl of the Pacific sounds like a destination to which Captain Jack Sparrow might charter his ship and sure enough, the port city of Valparaiso, after being founded by the Spanish in the 16th century, earned this nickname in the 1800s when it became the most important harbour in the Pacific. Like an amphitheatre, a wall of hills (known as cerros and of which there are more than 40) surrounds the bay, and the city itself is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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The most popular areas are Cerro Concepción and Cerro Alegre; our destination was the latter. With a name that means ‘valley of paradise’ and a nickname like Pearl of the Pacific, it only seemed right when visiting Valparaiso to stick with the theme of alliteration and stay in a palace. As luck would have it, the latest hotel to open its doors is the five-star boutique hotel Palacio Astoreca. Built in 1923, this stucco-and-brick palacio has a history suited to a work of fiction. It was a gift from a Croatian immigrant, Francisco Petrinovic, to his English
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wife, Constance Wadsworth and the story goes that Constance suffered from homesickness, so her doting husband built this confectionery-like construction in the Victorian style to make her feel more at home. As the years turned to decades, Palacio Astoreca passed through various hands and fell into disrepair. It wasn’t until August 2012 that it emerged from behind boards, restored to its former glory by a Swiss-Chilean couple who transformed it into a magnificent red-and-white boutique hotel. Following a 90-minute transfer from Santiago, we arrived at the 23-room hotel just as the sun was setting. Dropping our bags in our room and stopping to take in the colourful view through the large windows, we headed downstairs to eat. The restaurant, Alegre, overlooks a cobbled square and the fairytale turrets of Palacio Baburizza; another century-old palace, also belonging to a Croat businessman, this building, with its distinctive green copper roof, has also been recently renovated and is now the Museum of Bellas Artes. The waiter delivered a couple of Pisco Sours (a delicious Chilean aperitif made with lemon juice, egg whites and a spirit called Pisco) along with an amuse bouche in a silver sardine tin. Before long he returned with another amuse bouche, this time cheese soufflé in an espresso mug which shrank away when stirred. The food continued to be delicious and surprising – after all, Head Chef Sergio Barroso previously worked at Barcelona’s world-famous
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3-star Michelin restaurant El Bulli. I began with scallops, followed by seabass and opted for a variation on the typical Spanish chocolate con churros for pudding; here it’s called Unos Churros de Chocolate and comes in a dark chocolate case with whisky-soaked bananas. The next day a walking tour was on the agenda and our guide, Stefanie Carmody from Santiago Adventures, collected us from the hotel after breakfast. From Cerro Alegre we wandered the undulating streets to Cerro Concepción, the area once settled by the British. A stereo pumped out piano classics from The Brighton, a bright orange corrugated iron B&B with a black-and-white harlequin terrace. From orange to purple, yellow and blue, we passed the corrugated iron houses of Paseo Atkinson before taking Ascensor Reina Victoria down the hill. Ascensors are century-old elevators, or funiculars, that scale the city’s hills and there are 30 in total, although only six are currently in use. The oldest, Ascensor Concepción, was built in 1883 and a refurbished version of the original still runs. “The stones for the cobbled streets and corrugated iron building material was brought on ships from Europe,” explains Stefanie as we make our way up Cerro Carcel, home to the morbid combination of cemetery and former prison. During the Pinochet regime, this prison held political prisoners, but now it has been transformed into a cultural centre with an exhibition about Chile’s 17year military dictatorship during which more than 4,000
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people disappeared and 30,000 were exiled. Moving on, back down the hill, we head towards Cerro Polanco. “Valparaiso is Chile’s cultural capital,” explains Stefanie, leading us through a long damp tunnel to Ascensor Polanco, a vertical lift which lands at the top of a tower. “Graffiti is a major part of art here – it makes the city an open air museum.” Some of the best of this street art is found on Cerro Polanco, a noticeably poorer part of town but where the houses host some of the largest, most impressive works of graffiti. From new art galleries to boutique hotels and restaurants, Valparaiso is slowly being regenerated and tidied up, yet part of the city’s charm will always lie in its disorderly structure. Once a booming town, today no industry remains, so its inhabitants – known as porteños – work in the port, have market stalls and shops, or gain employment in the growing tourism trade. There’s a feeling of being steeped in the history of a living museum as you walk the streets. On the way back this feeling only increases, as we visit the Antiques Market on Plaza O’Higgins where stalls selling old books, antique furniture and sepia photos harken back to former days of wealth and glory. Our tour drawing to an end, we take the veteran elevator, Ascensor Concepción, back up the hill. At 300 pesos (40p), this is the most expensive city lift; the others cost half the price. Our destination for lunch is Pasta e Vino, a buzzing Italian restaurant (the Italian community lived next to the British one on Cerro Concepción) with a fine
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selection of homemade pasta dishes. To start we share prawns merken (a local spice), watching the weekend hustle-and-bustle as dishes go back and forth from the open kitchen. The bare beams, green ceilings and white walls are broken up by an enormous wine stand and a large painting of Queen Victoria reigns over the restaurant. For main course, I opt for zucchini gnocchi in a creamy seafood sauce and for pudding, an espresso with chocolate and prune artisan ice cream. Restored to strength after a morning in the sun, and refuelled by our Italian feast, we return to Palacio Astoreca with one destination in mind: the spa. Boasting a slate pool with massage jets, a wood-powered al fresco hot tub and a hammam so big you can get lost in it, there’s quite enough to see us through to supper.
MORE INFORMATION Journey Latin America specialises in tailor-made trips to Latin America and Antarctica. A four-night stay at Palacio Astoreca costs from £1,621 per person, which includes flights from London Heathrow via Madrid, transfers and breakfast. If already on the ground, walking tours and transfers from Santiago can be booked with Santiago Adventures journeylatinamerica.co.uk / santiagoadventures.com
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LaRĂŠserve The Restorative Power of
Pandora Jones discovers the benefits of detoxifying, pampering and indulgent dining, Swiss style, on the beautiful banks of Lake Geneva
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any of us think nothing of zipping across to Geneva to hit the slopes during the winter months – it becomes almost a second commute for some – but few think to make the trip in summer. Now I’m not suggesting summer skiing but rather skipping the Alpine transfer altogether and staying next to Lake Geneva for a soothing spa break. La Réserve Genève Hotel is just three miles from Geneva Airport, resulting in an unbelievably short transfer to the hotel, which is a world apart (as you’d hope!) from the nearby airport. In fact, La Réserve is a world apart from any hotel you can imagine in Switzerland or even in Europe. Honestly, I’d go every weekend if I could; it was just SO civilised. I was informed by a lovely staff member, when I enquired, that ten years ago, designer Jacques Garcia based his transformation of La Réserve on the hotel’s name. Taking inspiration from it (and adding a touch of his own sense of humour), he created an interior decoration scheme that parodies a game reserve. Flaming torches frame the entrance way and the dark red lobby is decorated with exotic bird lamps, large frames full of butterflies, and a giant elephant sculpture. The result is most easily compared to an African safari lodge – only perhaps a little bolder and more playful. The other (crucial) part of the hotel is its spa – a wonderful, subtle fragrance filled the air as I passed it on the way to my room – and it provides quite a contrast. Although part of the same building, there are no leopardprint carpets, leather studded armchairs or African artworks when you venture down the stairs to the spa. The pool has timber, lodge-like columns and soft lighting is in sympathy with pastel-coloured velvet cushions and curving archways; this is where my stay was focused. On the evening of my arrival, before going down to supper, I indulged in a foot and leg massage, which seemed like a reasonable reward for enduring a flight (even though only a short one hour 20 minute one). Blissed out and totally relaxed, it set the scene for the weekend. The next morning I opted for the temptingly-named Swiss Bliss Caviar Body treatment (an hour and a half) followed by the Swiss Bliss Caviar Firming Facial. As you’d expect, both made use of wonderful oils and took place in luxurious treatment rooms, with heated couches and fluffy white towels. From the moment I stepped into the spa I felt utterly cosseted; everything was fully explained and after every treatment I was taken back to the lounge area where there’s a ‘bar’ (no alcohol of course) with dried fruits, nuts and exotic (and numerous) teas. You’re encouraged to drink plenty of water and
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given a bottle after every treatment. In the afternoon, I tried the fabulous De-stressing La Réserve Massage (at an indulgently lengthy one hour 50 minutes); it did exactly what what was promised in its name. In terms of sport, if you opt for to take some exercise rather than spending 100 per cent of your time on pampering, personal training sessions last for an hour. You also have the option to go swimming (indoors or out), play tennis and take part in gym classes, ranging from yoga to abs-exercises. But the majority of your time will
My manicure and pedicure were done simultaneously; lying on a couch, utterly relaxed, I fell asleep (surely a regular occurence) be spent lying horizontal as you are scrubbed, massaged and wrapped into shape. I must confess, despite my best intentions (and bringing my gym kit) I found myself once again, yes, horizontal, having a manicure and pedicure. These were done simultaneously and, due to the fact I was lying on a couch and utterly relaxed, I fell asleep (surely a regular occurence). Whatever your goal, detoxifying is always the first step at La Réserve and this includes the food. Healthy snacks are served all day and the restaurant menus include items for the slimming programme (helpfully labelled with a feather). If you’re on the Better Aging Programme, as the friends I made in the spa were, wheat, dairy, sugar, alcohol, coffee and red meat are all off-limits, but with two courses for lunch, three for dinner (including apple crumble for pudding, no less) and as many smoothies as you like, this is hardly deprivation. The basic principle is what is known as a ‘disassociated diet’, which means carbohydrates at lunch and protein at dinner. The advice of the nutritionist, much discussed in the spa, centres around the puritanical verdict that “if you want to keep the intestine clean, you should avoid dairy products because they bring the most pollution to the body, as well as white bread and refined sugar.” However, to my delight and my new friends’ envy, I wasn’t on the regime and opted for sometimes healthy, sometimes.... less so! French restaurant Le Loti was exceptional; I highly recommend the scallops and the Wagyu beef. It’s worth sampling Swiss wine; it was even better than I expected (and I love Swiss wine). The fish from Lake Leman in Geneva was also delicious. A great place for lunch was Le Tsé Fung, where I had superb dim sum with a refreshing Chinese Beer. The Chinese chefs
and Swiss waiting staff were extremely serene, but make sure you reserve ahead of your meal; it’s clearly popular. Now, despite the temptation to hibernate, guests are by no means restricted to the spa, or indeed the hotel, and Lake Geneva brings plenty of outdoor pursuits options, from windsurfing and sailing to city trips. La Réserve’s complimentary water transfer takes you to and from the city centre in a speedboat made of dark mahogany (very James Bond). Many Genevans use the water transfer to glide across for dinner at Le Tsé Fung and Le Loti (I can vouch for why they’d do so). I’ve been lucky enough to stay in a fair few places in my time but La Réserve is somewhere I’d return to in an instant, if only to capture that rare feeling of utter relaxation for a few more hours.
MORE INFORMATION La Réserve Genève Hotel and Spa offers the Four Day Better Aging Programme from CHF 5,300, which includes four nights’ accommodation in a superior room, all consultations and treatments and three meals a day at Café Lauren lareserve.ch
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LET THE SUN SHINE
The new terrace at The Rib Room Bar & Restaurant in Knightsbridge is the ideal destination for summer. A secluded and sophisticated venue for morning coffee or light meals, the terrace becomes a cigarist’s paradise in the evening with an extensive choice of whisky, cocktails and wine complementing a new cigar menu. For more information visit theribroom.co.uk or call 020 7858 7250 Jumeirah Carlton Tower, Cadogan Place, Knightsbridge, London SW1X 9PY
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BY alice todman
Champagne houses have heralded the arrival of spring (we hope) and, of course, the Chelsea Flower Show, with new collaborations and concoctions. After all, how can anyone tire of bubbles?
La Vie En Rose Ruinart and The Langham Hotel (just a few minutes’ drive from the borough’s borders) are joining forces this spring. Palm Court, the hotel’s popular afternoon-tea destination, will host a luxurious flower boutique from 10 May until 21 June, bringing the floral flavours of Ruinart’s Blanc de Blancs to life. Visit the champagne bar in the evening to enjoy the special floral menu which has been devised. We think it sounds perfect for a romantic date or a glass of bubbly with friends. london.langhamhotels.co.uk
Branching Out Dorothy Parker once wrote: “Three be the things I shall never attain: Envy, content, and sufficient champagne.” We think that Parker would have loved the Enchanting Tree by Perrier-Jouët, which holds six champagne flutes. Tord Boontje took inspiration from the spring months for his charming floral design and the Enchanting Tree was launched at the Saatchi Gallery, channelling the taste and artistry of Perrier-Jouët’s Belle Epoque cuvée. perrier-jouet.com
Champagne Supernova Swedish designer Ulf Nordfjell was given the task of creating this year’s Laurent-Perrier garden at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, which is no mean feat considering that this is the champagne house’s 15th year at the show and only Nordfjell’s third. However, we’re sure the designer will rise to the challenge. The garden includes Carl Milles’ beautiful sculpture Orpheus; in Greek mythology, Hades promised Orpheus that he would release his wife Eurydice from the underworld, on the condition that he did not look back as he returned to earth. Like Orpheus, we don’t think we’ll be able to resist going back for a second look at Laurent-Perrier’s elegant garden. laurent-perrier.com
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DRINKING Ramsay Regenerated
Restaurant Gordon Ramsay has had an Art Deco makeover from Fabled Studio. It’s not just the furniture that’s changed; Head chef Clare Smyth has also been promoted to chef-patron. Smyth is the only female chef in the UK to have been awarded three Michelin stars and has also been deemed Chef of the Year by The UK Good Food Guide. Restaurant Gordon Ramsay boasts a wine list of Proustian proportions, which could be renamed In Search of Lost Wine, so it is no surprise that sommelier Jan Konetzki was also awarded Moët UK Sommelier of the Year by the Academy of Food and Wine Service last year. And if Smyth’s modern French menu matches the new decor, we can be sure that this will be an unforgettable dining experience. Restaurant Gordon Ramsay, 68 Royal Hospital Road, SW3 4HP 020 7352 4441; gordonramsay.com
Philip the Great at W8 There seems to be a trend for postcode-related establishments and W8 is one such place. It dubs itself a kitchen rather than restaurant; the benchmark for success “is to send you back out into the world feeling better than when you arrived”. I can confirm that I did. It was busy, especially for a Tuesday evening, with a good mix of customers; there were couples, groups of colleagues, young friends, and a mother and daughter pair. I liked the lighting levels (dimmed mid-evening), the absence of music and the simple decor, accented with contemporary artwork and huge round mirrors. Our waiter was polite and efficient but not fussily attentive, which is lovely when you want to catch up with someone over supper and chat ten to the dozen, and the helpful sommelier had a wonderful French accent (somehow every wine sounds better). But I digress; the food is what you’re intrigued to hear more about. I had high hopes; a knowledgeable friend had informed me of the industry’s high regard for head chef Philip Howard, chefpatron of Mayfair’s The Square, and also co-owner of The Ledbury in Notting Hill, and the fact that the kitchen was awarded a star by the Michelin Guide 2011. Our expectations were met. My starter of baked beetroots with spiced chickpea, minted yoghurt and smoked balsamic was beautifully presented and just as delicious, although once I tasted my boyfriend’s barbeque glazed quail with rhubarb, foie gras and pickled turnip, it trumped mine. However, my main course ruled the roost; as if slow poached breast of chicken with spring greens and morels wasn’t enough, it came with ravioli of chicken leg and chicken skin crumble. Not one for veggies but oh-my-gosh delicious. As I always seem to say, please do save enough space for pudding: it’s worth it. If you prefer a tangy taste, choose the sweet but sharp passion fruit tart with lime ice cream and pineapple but if you’re a proper chocoholic, it must be the hazelnut parfait with salt caramel ice cream, chocolate soaked brioche, praline and lime. Salted caramel is a trend I hope is set to stay. I think W8 has a particularly good set menu offering too – three courses for £25, available Monday to Friday, 6-7pm – plus they’ll let you bring your own bottle of wine (no corkage fee) on Sundays. Sign me up – and I’ll see you there. AH Kitchen W8, 11-13 Abingdon Road, W8 6AH 020 7937 0120; kitchenw8.com
Fish for Thought It feels like Bibendum has been around forever and yet, despite spending a lot of time on the Fulham Road, I hadn’t visited it until now. Housed in the Michelin building, it’s part of restaurateur Terence Conran’s empire; he bought the tyre company’s British headquarters in 1985 and managed to get planning permission for a major restoration programme involving a new bar, retail store and office space. But enough of the history; now onto the restaurant itself. The decor, with its outdated French bistro feel created by blue tablecloths and cartoon prints on the walls (Conran clearly wished to stay true to the building’s Art Deco aesthetic) didn’t do much for the ambience but there was little else with which I could find fault. Head chef Matthew Harris’ menu excellently blends traditional French and British cuisine with a hint of Mediterranean. Prices are through the roof – most starters are in the £20 region and mains are £20-£30 – but with that, you are getting quality and great food. They may not be to everyone’s personal taste but I feel it is a travesty to visit Bibendum and not sample the oysters which tasted as though they had been taken straight from the sea. For the main course, fish is the obvious choice (as it’s the restaurant’s speciality). The Dover sole with mussels was fresh, light and not overcooked which is always the danger with sole. I must also recommend some of the meat dishes, in particular the rabbit; hard to come by even in London, it is served tender and full of flavour. Though the food was superb, the real pearls in the oyster were the staff. Obliging and conscientious, they never tired of running to and fro from the kitchen to check which dishes had wheat for my coeliac-suffering guest. They can also offer great recommendations if, like me, you are an incredibly indecisive orderer. So while you may leave feeling three stone heavier in the belly and four stone lighter in the wallet, we still think Bibendum should be on everyone’s list of must-try restaurants. OS Bibendum Restaurant, Michelin House 81 Fulham Road, SW3 6RD 020 7581 5817; bibendum.co.uk
Hazy Summer Days The Roof Gardens has introduced two enticing summer menus. Brave the outdoors for Babylon’s mouth-watering alfresco menu, which offers a range of chilled British seafood. The restaurant has also launched floral cocktails to mark the 75th anniversary of the Gardens. Sampling a drink such as Psychedelic Flamingo and looking out over London’s skyline certainly sounds like a great way to celebrate in style. Otherwise, opt for the great British barbecue tradition with the summer barbecue menu and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere provided by live music. If you’re not ready to head home after dinner, try out the Club at the Roof Gardens, which won Best Live Music Venue at the London Bar and Club Awards 2012. Or, for a more sedate end to your evening, take a turn around the 1.5 acres of delightful gardens. The food will be summery, so fingers crossed that the weather will take the hint. roofgardens.virgin.com
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An Oasis in the
Heart of Chelsea Annabel Harrison speaks to Fortnum & Mason CEO Ewan Venters about the company’s quintessentially British gastronomic offering in the hospitality hideaway at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show If you’ve ever been to the Flower Show, you’ll know that, lovely as it is, it’s a hive of activity, packed with horticultural fans swarming around in an effort to see all of the delights on offer. If it’s hot, as it was at the 2012 show, this can make the experience rather tiring for visitors, as well as drumming up an impressive appetite and prodigious thirst. Luckily there’s a haven where you can sate your hunger and quench your thirst in delightfully private surroundings; the Chelsea Oasis, hosted by Fortnum &
Mason Events. Each Chelsea Hospitality Pavilion can be reserved for one or more days and provides the perfect place to return during the day or evening at the show. The President’s Marquee, which is established for HM The Queen’s visit to the showground on Monday, is also available during the show week as an exclusive corporate venue for hospitality; it accommodates 110 guests seated and this year a private, external space is being added. Ewan Venters tells us more about the partnership.
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How was the Fortnum & Mason hospitality area received last year, in its first year, by those who visited? Fortnum’s hosted the Corporate Hospitality Village and the President’s Marquee last year and both proved a real success. Visitors enjoyed the exceptional service and menus devised by Michelin-starred chef Shaun Hill but also the relaxed environment that our events team created. The areas were situated in quiet corners of the showground and proved such a great respite from the crowds that this year we’ve christened the area the Chelsea Oasis.
What, if anything, will be done differently this year? Our evening champagne parties proved the most popular last year so we’ve extended the offer with events such
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We have a great local delivery service, thanks to our new electric van which is dressed in the Fortnum’s eau de nil livery and can deliver a menu of fresh foods, from made to order sandwiches and business lunches to the best cheese, charcuterie and deli items from the Food Halls, right to our customers’ doorstep. Also coming for June will be two Fortnum’s bicycles, again in eau de nil and for local food deliveries to offices and private residences. Local Londoners may also be interested in our new breakfast offer at The Fountain, as the restaurant is now open from 7am to meet growing demand for business breakfast appointments. Visitors looking for a little more inspiration when shopping for the perfect gift should seek out Fortnum’s By Appointment, our new year-round gift advisory service, staffed by a specially trained team of experts. For more information, contact the Hospitality Team on 0845 602 5699 or flowershows@fortnumandmason.co.uk
as The Royale, a champagne and canapés evening, with live music and an outdoor bar on the terrace. Guests can take a whole pavilion exclusively or join others in the Chelsea Club. With demand high for peaceful and private hospitality spaces, we’ve also added private gardens to the back of each pavilion, building on the oasis feel.
What creates such a synergy between Fortnum & Mason and the Chelsea Flower Show? We’re two iconic British names with a unique heritage and flair for excellence, so it’s a fitting partnership. We attract a similar customer and in fact always experience a sales uplift during the show.
What else does Fortnum & Mason have planned this summer? From June the spotlight at Fortnum’s will turn to tea, the store’s very first speciality and a product that is really booming in store at the moment. Expect a tea take-over of the whole store from tea accessories in the home department to new single-estate rarities and tea-infused products across the Food Halls. Plus, as part of our summer schedule of events and in keeping with our tea celebrations, we’ll also be hosting a Mad For Tea exhibition of tea ephemera by Peter Ting and Brian Kennedy.
What else is new at the store that might interest local customers?
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Tilda Swinton
Gabriella Wilde
David Gandy Trevor Nunn
Kyla La Grange
Tara Ferry
Erdem Moralioglu
Laura Bailey
Julien Macdonald and guest Bill Nighy
Matt Smith Lauren Barber and Gary Kemp Katy England, Bella Freud, Bobby Gillespie and guest Sara MacDonald and Noel Gallagher
Alex Zane
Kevin Rowland and Brix Smith-Start
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Pretty Bisous WHERE: Petits Bisous, King’s Road WHAT: In-store launch party WHY: Owner of EF Medispa Esther Fieldgrass could not have found a more convenient place to set up her new lingerie store, just a couple of doors down from her King’s Road spa, no less. The luxury lingerie brands stocked include Sian Hoffman, Damaris, Mimi Holliday, Maxine’s of London, Bordelle, Made by Niki and Lascivious Lingerie as well as exclusive Petits Bisous collaboration pieces. At the event, Esther explained her belief that buying lingerie should be an enjoyable experience, which is why she had giant changing rooms fitted in the secret turquoise boudoir downstairs so customers can book customised appointments if they wish. Snow Queen Vodka was the official sponsor of the launch party so guests sipped on the brand’s signature cocktails and enjoyed cake pops. The evening was rounded off by the Petits Bisous girls putting on a dance performance (music courtesy of DJ Nikki Beatnik) dressed up in the lingerie. While it may take a few more gym sessions to look as good as the models did, you certainly have a better chance thanks to Esther.
David Bowie Is... WHAT: The opening night of the David Bowie Is exhibition WHERE: The Victoria & Albert Museum WHO: Tilda Swinton, Bill Nighy, Laura Bailey, Gabriella Wilde, Christopher Kane and David Gandy WHY: Like Lady Gaga today, David Bowie was one of the main fashion icons of his generation; a mercurial trend-setter, he was always one step ahead of the fashion game. So it was no surprise that most of the current fashion industry hot shots turned up to get a first look at the critically-acclaimed exhibition, David Bowie Is, sponsored by Gucci. The singer’s muse Tilda Swinton sashayed in with her usual grace and elegance while the fashionista trio of Edie Campbell, Laura Bailey and Chloe Delevingne admired the singer’s legendary costumes as they sipped on cocktails and feasted on sashimi.
Charlotte and Nichole de Carle
Owner Esther Fieldgrass with Petits Bisous girls
Meryl Fernandes, Raekha Merner and Namalee Bolle
Jack Haines and Ivana Tensek
BB, Charlotte de Carle and friend
Petits Bisous girls
Guest, Anisa Topan and Meryl Fernandes
Laura Viederman, Michael Caton-Jones and Jennifer Gosetti-Ferenci
Jack Haines, Helen Croydon and Ivana Tensek
Bed Time WHAT: Launch of the Royal Bed by Savoir Beds WHERE: The Orangery, Kensington Palace WHY: Guests did not need to weigh up the options of whether to go to bed or go out last month when Savoir Beds hosted its party to celebrate the launch of its new bed. The Royal Bed, which acknowledges the company’s history of providing beds for members of royalty, including the late King Hassan II of Monaco, had its launch, fittingly, at Kensington Palace and actors dressed up for the occasion in 17th century regal French costumes. And of course, few could resist jumping on the grand bed when walking past.
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Hosh Ibrahim and Alistair Hughes, MD of Savoir Beds
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Above and Beyond
Jo Elvin and Kathy Lette
Birgitte Hjort Sorensen and Lars Mikkelsen
Alexandra King and Hannah Glynn
WHAT: Preview of Above and Beyond by theatre company Look Left Look Right WHERE: Corinthia Hotel, Westminster WHO: Richard Curtis, Kathy Lette, Birgitte Hjort Sorensen (star of Borgen), Lars Mikkelsen (of The Killing), Justine Simons and Madani Younis of Bush Theatre WHAT: VIP guests enjoyed a cultural evening of immersive theatre staged at the Corinthia Hotel. The supporters toasted the British arts with LaurentPerrier champagne underneath the dazzling Baccarat chandelier in the hotel’s Lobby Lounge before partaking in the interactive theatre experience.
Functionality + Form
Madani Younis and Omar Elerian
Richard Curtis and Kathy Lette
Gareth Nolan, Mark Cross, Indy Cross, Alex Umeda-Pelling, Anna Blaseby and Lucy Gilman
Paul Stewart and Tony McCoy Howard Spooner and Lucy Gilman
Photography: Eleonora Cecchini
Lauren Prakke and Stephen Kirk
Trinny Woodall, Kim Johnston and Trilbey Gordon
The Soul Jets Guests and Francis Boulle
WHAT: Kitchen Design Contest: UK & European Regional Awards Party WHERE: Sub-Zero & Wolf London Showroom 251 Brompton Road, SW3 2EP WHY: A host of leaders in the world of kitchen design, industry experts and top chefs gathered at the Sub-Zero & Wolf Showroom for a wonderful, warming evening of drinks and design. Jersey’s only Michelin-starred chef (and Sub-Zero & Wolf fan) Shaun Rankin made full use of the top-of-the-range kitchen and appliances installed in the Showroom, impressing guests as he and his team prepared a mouth-watering, oriental-inspired banquet onsite. With 1,660 entries worldwide, 37 design entries were submitted from the UK, France and Netherlands and six finalists were selected by a panel of judges at Sub-Zero & Wolf’s Madison headquarters. Food writer and broadcaster Tom Parker Bowles presented awards for the best use of Sub-Zero & Wolf in both traditional and contemporary settings and first place (traditional) went to Jane Stewart of Mowlem & Co and first place (contemporary) went to Davy Swanenberg of Culimaat Kitchens in the Netherlands. Jane explained that she chose Sub-Zero & Wolf for her winning design “because they are the Rolls-Royce of kitchen appliances” and Davy loves that “their semi-professional look complements our Unum kitchen concept”. These two first place winners will now attend the Global Winners Conference in Madison, Wisconsin.
Third Time Lucky WHAT: Launch party of 3 Cromwell Road WHERE: 3 Cromwell Road, South Kensington WHY: After the Firehouse was reincarnated as Dorsia, we thought that the club might become the new Boujis of the area, but sadly Dorsia went the way of its predecessor and was recently closed down. But it seems as though owner Howard Spooner believes the mantra that third time’s a charm, revamping the club and turning it into 3 Cromwell Road. Correctly predicting that the world would go Great Gatsby mad in the lead up to the release of the film, the club is 1920s-themed; F. Scott Fitzgerald quotes have been scribbled in neon onto walls, there’s a grand piano and a jazz band played on opening night. We wish you luck Mr. Spooner.
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Yogesh Dhokia (Norman Glenn Kitchens), Licia di Pasquale (Kitchens International), Jane Stewart (Mowlem & Co.), Lee Brown (Sub-Zero & Wolf)
Sjoerd Markx (Mandemakers Keukens) and Peter Schutte (Sub-Zero & Wolf)
Tom Parker Bowles and Juliette Raine (Sub-Zero & Wolf) Ben Warbrick (Sub-Zero & Wolf)
Shore Zandi (Cap Shore), Francois Agonayan (L’atellier de St. Paul), Charlotte Bosetti (Sub-Zero & Wolf)
Amanda Jenner and Shaun Rankin
Yogesh Dhokia (Norman Glenn Kitchens)
Ashley Jay (Ashley Jay Kitchens) and Simon Gray (Bespoke Kitchens & Interiors)
Shaun Rankin with team
Craig Davies (MD Sub-Zero & Wolf), Tom Parker Bowles and Tim Jasper
Shore Zandi (Cap Shore), Charlotte Bosetti (Sub-Zero & Wolf) and Francois Agonayan (L’atellier de St. Paul) Shaun Rankin
Neil (Venus Music)
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The Concierge What is it you require, sir? How may I help, madam? The Concierge is here to help with every need, whim or wish, however great or small Apparel
Knightsbridge Watches
Beauty Salons & Spas
Bespoke Dressmaker
88 Brompton Road, SW3 1ER 08000 337 333 www.knightsbridgewatcheslondon.com
Babylon at Kensington Roof Gardens
Vagheggi Boutique Clinic
99 Kensington High Street W8 5SA 020 7368 3993 www.roofgardens.virgin.com
Mary Treacy 12 Rickett Street, Fulham SW6 1RU 020 7385 3398 www.marytreacydesigns.co.uk Repairs & Cleaning
Jeeves of Belgravia 123 Fulham Road, SW3 6RT 020 7589 9229 www.jeevesofbelgravia.co.uk
Vintage Watch Sellers
Watches of Knightsbridge
The Chelsea Day Spa
Bibendum
64 Knightsbridge, SW1X 7JF 020 7590 3034 www.watchesofknightsbridge.com
69a King’s Road, SW3 4NX 020 7351 0911 www.thechelseadayspa.co.uk
81 Fulham Road, SW3 6RD 020 7581 5817 www.bibendum.co.uk
For the Home
Urban Retreat at Harrods
Chelsea Brasserie
Furniture & soft furnishings
87-135 Brompton Road SW1X 7XL 020 7893 8333 www.urbanretreat.co.uk
7-12 Sloane Square SW1W 8EG 020 7881 5999 www.chelsea-brasserie.co.uk
Katherine Pooley Sloane Tailors & Dry Cleaners 69 Lower Sloane Street SW1W 8DA 020 7824 8644 www.sloanetailorsanddrycleaners.co.uk Shoes Reheeled
Chelsea Green Shoe Repairs 31 Elystan Street, SW3 3NT 020 7584 0776
Precious Pieces Jewellery Valuation
205 King’s Road, SW3 5ED 020 7352 1113 www.vagheggi.co.uk
160 Walton Street, SW3 2JL 020 7584 3223 www.katherinepooley.co.uk
Medical & Dental Services
Louise Bradley
Chelsea Consulting Rooms
Kimbolton Court 117b Fulham Road, SW3 6RL 020 7589 1442 www.louisebradley.co.uk
2 Lower Sloane Street, SW1W 8BJ 020 7763 9100 www.chelseaconsultingrooms.com
Gaucho Medicare Français
Nina Campbell 9 Walton Street, SW3 2JD 020 7225 1011 www.ninacampbell.com
3 Harrington Gardens, SW7 4JJ 020 7370 4999 www.medicare-francais.co.uk
Bourbon Hanby
OKA
151 Sydney Street, SW3 6NT 020 7352 2106 www.bourbonhanby.com
103 Lancaster Road, W11 1QN 020 7792 1425 www.okadirect.com
Chelsea Bridge Road SW1W 8RH 020 7730 7733 www.thelisterhospital.com
Tiffany & Co.
Stepevi
The Beresford Clinic
145 Sloane Street, SW1X 9BL 020 7409 2790 www.tiffany.co.uk
274 King’s Road, SW3 5AW 020 7376 7574 www.stepevi.co.uk
Jewellery Repair
Pampering & Wellbeing
2 Lower Grosvenor Place SW1W 0EJ 020 7821 9411 www.drberesford.co.uk
Hawkes and Son
Hairdressers
Hari’s
89 Sloane Avenue, SW3 3DX 020 7584 9901 www.gauchorestaurants.co.uk
Maroush The Lister Hospital
50-52 Walton Street, SW3 1RB 020 7589 2523 www.hawkesandson.com
Daphne’s 110-112 Draycott Avenue SW3 3AE 020 7589 4257 www.daphnes-restaurant.co.uk
Cadogan Street Dental Office 47 Cadogan Street, SW3 2QJ 020 7581 0811
Haute Cuisine
Watch Repair
305 Brompton Road, SW3 2DY 020 7581 5211 www.harissalon.com
The Watch Gallery
Richard Ward
129 Fulham Road, SW3 6RT 020 7581 3239 www.thewatchgallery.co.uk
82 Duke of York Square, SW3 4LY 020 7730 1222 www.richardward.com
Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park 66 Knightsbridge, SW1X 7LA 020 7201 3899 www.barboulud.com
Dining
38 Beauchamp Place, SW3 1NU 020 7581 5434 www.maroush.com
Restaurant Gordon Ramsay 68 Royal Hospital Road SW3 4HP 020 7352 4441 www.gordonramsay.com
Scalini 1-3 Walton Street, SW3 2JD 020 7225 2301 www.scalinionline.com
Umami 100 Cromwell Road, SW7 4ER 020 7341 2321 www.umamilondon.co.uk
Bar Boulud Zuma 5 Raphael Street, SW7 1DL 020 7584 1010 www.zumarestaurant.com
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Delicatessens
La Bottega 14 Gloucester Road, SW7 4RB 020 7581 6980 www.labottega65.com
Luigi’s Delicatessen 349 Fulham Road, SW10 9TW 020 7352 7739 www.luigismailorder.com
Chelsea Arts Club
Sunseeker
143 Old Church Street SW3 6EB 020 7376 3311 www.chelseaartsclub.com
36 Davies Street W1K 4NF 020 7355 0980 www.sunseekerlondon.com
Royal Thames Yacht Club
Chauffeurs
60 Knightsbridge, SW1X 7LF 020 7235 2121 www.www.royalthames.com
Executive Cars
Pets
Mungo & Maud 79 Elizabeth Street, SW1W 9PJ www.mungoandmaud.com 020 7022 1207
Pet Pavilion 020 3170 5838 www.executive-cars-london.com
60 Gloucester Road, SW7 4QT 020 7584 8848 www.petpavilion.co.uk
The Sloane Club Partridges
Crown Security Chauffeurs
2-5 Duke of York Square, SW3 4LY 020 7730 7102 www.partridges.co.uk
Lower Sloane Street SW1W 8BS 020 7730 9131 www.sloaneclub.co.uk
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Business Affairs
The Personal Chef
Chocolatiers
Couriers
59 Ritherton Road, SW17 8QE 020 7871 1080 www.thepersonalchef.co.uk
0845 901 1471 www.crown-chauffeurs.co.uk
Helicopter Charter
L’Artisan Du Chocolat 89 Lower Sloane Street SW1W 8DA 0845 270 6996 www.artisanduchocolat.com
Selena Courier Service Avolus Ltd 38 Lombard Road SW11 3RP 020 7978 6506 www.avolus.com
27 Eardley Crescent, SW5 9JS 020 7912 0062 www.selenacourier.co.uk
Drinking
London Battersea Heliport
Aplomb Translations
Bridges Wharf, Battersea SW11 3BE 0844 884 8660 www.batterseahelicopter.com
74 Chancery Lane WC2A 1AD 020 7831 9444 www.aplombonline.com
Boujis
Luxury Car Services
43 Thurloe Street, SW7 2LQ 020 7584 2000 www.boujis.com
Belgravia Garage
The Cadogan Arms 298 King’s Road, SW3 5UG 020 7352 6500 www.thecadoganarmschelsea.com
Juju 316-318 King’s Road, SW3 5UH 020 7351 5998 www.jujulondon.com
1 Eaton Mews West Belgravia, SW1W 9ET 020 7235 9900 www.belgraviagarage.com
VIP Car Hire Queen Elizabeth Street SE1 2JE 0870 200 4949 www.vipservices.co.uk
Private Chef
Premium Coffee & Cigars
Tomtom Cigars and Coffee Translators
William Curley 198 Ebury Street, SW1W 8UN 020 7730 5522 www.williamcurley.co.uk
Little Luxuries
Computer and Technology Help Richard Darsa 78 Cadogan Place, SW1X 9RP 07768 200 551 richard@darsa.net
Housekeeping & Family Childcare
63 Elizabeth Street, SW1W 9PP 020 7730 1790 www.tomtom.co.uk Fine Wine
Handford Fine Wines 105 Old Brompton Road, SW7 3LE 020 7589 6113 www.handford.net Florists Flowers
Gilding the Lily Old Brompton Road, SW7 2NB 020 7584 1950 www.gildingthelilysw7.co.uk
Regency Nannies & Nurses
Only Roses
50 Hans Crescent, SW1X 0NA 020 7225 1055 www.regencynannies.com
257 Old Brompton Road, SW5 9HP 020 7373 9595 www.only-roses.com
Housekeeping
Leather Goods & Accessories
Yacht Charter/ Sale Members Clubs
Princess Yachts Beaufort House 354 Kings Road, SW3 5UZ 020 7352 2828 www.beauforthousechelsea.co.uk
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St. Anne’s Housekeeping
Pickett
58 Kenway Road, SW5 0RA 020 7370 1359 www.stanneshousekeeping.com
149 Sloane Street, SW1X 9BZ 020 7823 5638 www.pickett.co.uk
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Featured Estate Agents hamptons.co.uk 1stasset.co.uk CHELSEA 7-9 Tryon Street SW3 3LG 020 7014 3800
aylesford.com CHELSEA 440 King’s Rd, SW10 0LH 020 7351 2383
beauchamp.co.uk MAYFAIR 24 Curzon Street W1J 7TF 020 7499 7722
chestertonhumberts.com Chelsea & South Kensington 60 Sloane Avenue SW3 3DD 020 7594 4740 Kensington Church Street 62 Kensington Church Street, W8 4BU 020 3040 8445 Kensington & Notting Hill 116 Kensington High Street W8 7RW 020 7937 7244 Knightsbridge & Belgravia 31 Lowndes Street SW1X 9HX 020 7235 8090
NOTTING HILL 10 Lambton Place W11 2SH 020 7221 1117
Notting Hill 205 Westbourne Grove W11 2SB 020 7221 4805 Ladbroke Grove 126 Ladbroke Grove W10 5NE 020 7221 0330
HAMPTONS COUNTRY HOUSE
henryandjames.co.uk KENSINGTON 8 Hornton Street W8 4NW 020 7937 9371 KNIGHTSBRIDGE 168 Brompton Road SW3 1HW 020 7584 2044
johnwilcox.co.uk BELGRAVIA 1 Motcomb Street SW1X 8JX 020 7235 8861 CHELSEA 2 Cale Street SW3 3QU 020 7581 5011
NOTTING HILL 301 Westbourne Grove W11 2QA 020 7717 5311 PADDINGTON 4c Praed Street W2 1JX 020 7717 5313
SLOANE SQUARE 7 Lower Sloane Street SW1W 8AH 020 7717 5317
KENSINGTON 162 Kensington Church Street, W8 4BN 020 7908 1100
NOTTING HILL 17 Kensington Park Road W11 2EU 020 7727 1717
harpersandharrison.co.uk
LADBROKE GROVE 136A Lancaster Road W11 1QU 020 7229 2356
BAYSWATER 78 Westbourne Grove W2 5RT 020 7221 9978
KENSINGTON 53 Abingdon Road W8 6AN 020 7938 2311
SOUTH KENSINGTON 125 Gloucester Road SW7 4TE 020 7835 0000
37 Alexander Street W2 5NU 020 7727 1717
HOLLAND PARK 13 Addison Avenue W11 4QS 020 7602 2352
kayeandcarey.co.uk KNIGHTSBRIDGE 4 Yeoman’s Row Brompton Road SW3 2AH 020 7590 0066
CHELSEA 9 Cale Street SW3 3QS 020 7352 1484 HOLLAND PARK 10 Portland Road W11 4LA 020 7727 2233
domusnova.com
MAYFAIR 53 Davies Street W1K 5JH 020 3284 1888
8 Chertsey Street, Surrey GU1 4HD 01483 339740
PIMLICO & WESTMINSTER 50 Belgrave Road SW1V 1RQ 020 7717 5315
Chelsea 1 Cadogan Street SW3 2PP 020 7589 6677 Kensington 10 Hornton Street W8 4NW 020 7795 4288
john-taylor.co.uk KNIGHTSBRIDGE 82 Brompton Road SW3 1ER 020 7225 6506
johndwood.co.uk
crayson.com
bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk
harrodsestates.com CHELSEA 134 Fulham Road SW10 9PY 020 7717 5291
knightfrank.co.uk BELGRAVIA 82-83 Chester Square SW1W 9JH 020 7881 7722 CHELSEA 352a King’s Road SW3 5UU 020 7349 4300 FULHAM 203 New King’s Road SW6 4SR 020 7751 2400 KENSINGTON 54-56 Kensington Church Street W8 4DB 020 7938 4311
KNIGHTSBRIDGE 60 Sloane Avenue SW3 3DD 020 7591 8600
South Kensington 29 Harrington Road SW7 3HD 020 7590 0800
NOTTING HILL 298 Westbourne Grove W11 2PS 020 7229 0229
Notting Hill 2-6 Kensington Park Road W11 3BU 020 7313 2890
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Knightsbridge 51 Beauchamp Place SW3 1NY 020 7581 7646 Marble Arch 29-31 Edgware Road W2 2JE 020 7724 3100
Chelsea Rawlings House 2a Milner Street, SW3 2PU 020 7591 5570 proprium.co.uk Earls Court 246 Old Brompton Road SW5 ODE 020 7835 0620 Holland Park 57 Norland Square W11 4QJ 020 7605 6890 Kensington 9 Kensington Church Street W8 4LF 020 7368 4450
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KENSINGTON 103 Kensington Church Street W8 7LN 020 7938 3666
South Kensington 123a Gloucester Road SW7 4TE 020 7373 5052
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PropertyPS.co.uk NOTTING HILL 303 Westbourne Grove W11 2QA 020 7221 1111
CENTRAL & GREATER LONDON 020 7351 6914
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Kensington 118 Kensington Church Street, W8 4BH 020 7727 1500
KENSINGTON 21 Earls Court Road W8 6EB 020 7937 9777
CHELSEA 43 Cadogan Street SW3 2PR 020 7225 3866
Knightsbridge 289 Brompton Road SW3 2DY 020 7589 6616
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North Kensington 136 Lancaster Road W11 1QU 020 7313 8350
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CHELSEA SW3
CHELSEA PARK GARDENS
A double fronted family house presented in excellent condition with private parking and a patio garden.
• 6 BEDROOMS • DRESSING ROOM • 4 BATHROOMS (3 EN SUITE) • DRAWING ROOM • SITTING ROOM
FREEHOLD GUIDE PRICE £12,000,000 JOINT SOLE AGENTS
• STUDY • STUDIO • DINING ROOM/FAMILY ROOM • KITCHEN/DINING ROOM • CINEMA • LAUNDRY ROOM • 2 CLOAKROOMS • 2 PLANT ROOMS
Chelsea
020 7349 4300
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• STORE ROOM • ROOF TERRACE • REAR GARDEN • OFF STREET PARKING FOR 2 CARS • COMMUNAL GARDEN • EPC RATING E • APPROXIMATELY 489 SQ M (5,270 SQ FT)
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Markham Markham Square, Chelsea Chelsea,SW3 SW3 Four bedroom house onon garden Four bedroom house gardensquare square
A beautifully presented four four bedroom freehold house located justjust off off thethe King’s Road, found in in A beautifully presented bedroom freehold house located King’s Road, found a quiet position on aon garden square. Master bedroom suite, 3 further bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a quiet position a garden square. Master bedroom suite, 3 further bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, double reception room, kitchen, dining/breakfast room, family room, utility room, cloakroom, double reception room, kitchen, dining/breakfast room, family room, utility room, cloakroom, garden. EPC rating E. Approximately 222 222 sq m sq ft) garden. EPC rating E. Approximately sq(2,400 m (2,400 sq ft) Freehold Freehold Guide price: £5,750,000 Guide price: £5,750,000
(SLA120238)
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Elystan Street, Chelsea SW3
Terrace with parking
A bright penthouse maisonette located in a modern building off Chelsea Green. Entrance hall, double reception room, kitchen, study, master bedroom with en suite bathroom, 3 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, balcony, terrace, 2 parking spaces, lift, porter. EPC rating E. Approximately 234 sq m (2,529 sq ft) Leasehold: approximately 72 years remaining Guide price: ÂŁ5,500,000 (SLA120346)
KnightFrank.co.uk/knightsbridge knightsbridge@knightfrank.com 020 3641 5913
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Cadogan Gardens, Knightsbridge SW3
A three bed share of freehold apartment in Knightsbridge An immaculate raised ground floor apartment in this exclusive address in Knightsbridge. Master bedroom suite with dressing room, second bedroom with en suite, bedroom 3 with shower room, entrance hall, reception room, kitchen, dining room. EPC rating C. Approximately 218 sq m (2350 sq ft) Share of freehold Guide price: ÂŁ6,750,000 (SLA100232)
KnightFrank.co.uk/knightsbridge knightsbridge@knightfrank.com 020 3641 5913
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Cottesmore Gardens, Kensington W8
Handsome family house with planning to extend
A wider than average six bedroom family home with a south facing garden set in one of Kensington’s finest streets with planning permission to extend to 7,287 sq.ft. 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. 4 reception rooms, kitchen, garden room, garden. EPC rating D. Currently 476 sq m (5,128 sq ft) Freehold
(KEN110077)
KnightFrank.co.uk/Kensington kens@knightfrank.com 020 7938 4311
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Lansdowne Crescent, Notting Hill W11 Communal garden apartment
A stunning three bedroom apartment situated within this landmark building designed by world renowned John Pawson. 3 bedrooms, 2 en suite bathrooms, shower room, reception room, kitchen and dining area, utility room, 2 patio gardens, access to communal gardens. EPC rating C. Approximately 184 sq m (1,981 sq ft) Share of freehold Guide price: ÂŁ3,000,000 (NGH120195)
KnightFrank.co.uk/Notting-Hill nottinghill@knightfrank.com 020 8166 5449
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Portland Road, Notting Hill W11
Fantastic proportioned house with garden
A stunning semi-detached house which has been recently refurbished throughout to an impeccable KnightFrank.co.uk/Notting-Hill standard with extensive entertaining space. Master bedroom with dressing room, balcony and en suite, nottinghill@knightfrank.com 2 further bedrooms, bedroom 4/ TV room, study, open plan reception room, kitchen/ dressing room 020 8166 5449 and dining room, 2 family shower rooms, garden. EPC rating C. Approximately 242 sq m (2,607 sq ft) Freehold Guide price: ÂŁ4,300,000 (NGH100013)
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Queensdale Road, Notting Hill W11 Corner house with roof terrace
A light and spacious four bedroom house located on the corner of Queensdale Road and Princedale Road and boasting a stunning double height reception room and a large roof terrace. Master bedroom with en suite, 3 further bedrooms, bathroom, 2 reception rooms, kitchen, study, Guest cloakroom, roof terrace. EPC rating E. Approximately 159.9 sq m (1,721 sq ft) Freehold Guide price: ÂŁ2,400,000 (NGH070216)
KnightFrank.co.uk/Notting-Hill nottinghill@knightfrank.com 020 8166 5449
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Ensor Mews, South Kensington SW7
Refurbished mews house with parking
Master bedroom with en suite bathroom, walk in wardrobe and Juliet balcony, 2 further bedroom suites, bedroom 4, shower room, reception room with built in bar, reception room/ dining room, media room, open plan kitchen, entrance hall, 2 guest cloakrooms, utility room, wine cellar, garage. EPC rating E. Approximately 253 sq m (2,723 sq ft) Freehold Guide price: ÂŁ6,750,000 (CHL130061)
KnightFrank.co.uk/South-Kensington southKensington@knightfrank.com 020 3641 6122 Joint Agent: Savills Chelsea chelsea@savills.com 020 7578 9001
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Rutland Gardens, Knightsbridge SW7 An immaculate family home
A newly refurbished house quietly located in a private gated road, in the heart of Knightsbridge. 5 Bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 3 reception room, kitchen, dining room, swimming pool, gym, patio and garden. EPC rating D. Approximately 477sq m (4599 sq ft)
KnightFrank.co.uk/Lettings knightsbridgelettings@knightfrank.com 020 7591 8601
Available furnished Guide price: ÂŁ15,000 per week (knq176785)
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Lansdowne Crescent, Notting Hill W11
Three bedroom family house with off street parking and a private garden Family house located in one of the most popular roads in the area. It is in immaculate condition and benefits from an abundance of natural light to all floors. This property also has the added benefit of off street parking. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception room, kitchen, dining room, study, utility room, patio, balcony, off street parking. EPC rating D. Approximately 190 sq m (2,055 sq ft)
KnightFrank.co.uk/Lettings nottinghilllettings@knightfrank.com 020 7985 9990
Available furnished or unfurnished Guide price: ÂŁ2,300 per week (nhq168906)
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Cranley Mansions, South Kensington SW7 Four bedroom lateral apartment
This architect designed and newly refurbished property boasts American walnut flooring to the principle rooms, a bespoke Italian kitchen and stunning views over the roof tops of London. 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, kitchen/dining room, reception room, utility room. EPC rating D. Approximately 251 sq m (2,700 sq ft)
KnightFrank.co.uk/Lettings southkenlettings@knightfrank.com 020 3641 6025
Available unfurnished Guide price: ÂŁ3,250 per week (SKQ112764)
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SELECTION OF CONTEMPORARY STUDIOS, 1, 2 & 3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS TO RENT RENTS FROM £375 PER WEEK TO £1695 PER WEEK EPC RATINGS: STUDIO = B AND C, 1 BED = B, 2 BEDS = B, 3 BEDS = B PLEASE CONTACT US FOR FURTHER DETAILS AND A TOUR OF MOORE HOUSE
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Market Insight Rents in prime central London fell by 0.3 per cent in the first three months of this year, taking the annual decline in rents to 3.1 per cent, reports Grainne Gilmore, head of residential research at Knight Frank Rents have now fallen for nine consecutive months but, looking across the capital, the rental market is performing at slightly different speeds in different areas. The biggest decline in rents in March was in Mayfair, where average rents for prime homes fell by 1.2 per cent, and in Notting Hill, where they fell by 0.9 per cent. In contrast, rents in Marylebone climbed by 2.5 per cent. Prime rents in Kensington and Chelsea were unchanged in March, although rents in Kensington are 1.8 per cent higher than they were at the start of the year. Rents for properties being let out at between £500 to £1,500 a week came under the biggest pressure in March, falling by 0.6 per cent, a result of the continued squeeze on financial sector jobs and on-going uncertainty in the Eurozone. The rental market, especially this section of the market, is closely aligned with lacklustre recruitment and hiring being one of the biggest contributors to the rental market slowdown as firms look to assess headcounts and make savings in the wake of the financial crisis. Despite the stiff economic headwinds still facing the UK economy, there are initial encouraging signs of some stabilisation in the financial sector, with Morgan McKinley’s London Employment Monitor showing an 11 per cent rise in job availability in the financial sector in February compared to January. While this still represents a lower level of available jobs than in February 2012, it indicates that there could be an emergence of a healthier jobs market this year. Any improvement in financial sector employment is likely to be mirrored in the rental sector over the rest of the year. In spite of the decline in rents, activity remains buoyant, with the number of new tenancies agreed in the prime central market up 22.6 per cent so far this year compared to the first three months of 2012. Additionally, the number of new applicants and applicant viewings are up over the first quarter, albeit by a more modest 9.8 per cent and 0.7 per cent respectively year-on-year. Our view remains that rents in prime central London will start to show some growth by the end of this year. We have forecast rental growth of 1 per cent in 2013 followed by 3, 5 and 3.9 per cent in 2014, 2015 and 2016 respectively.
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SAVILLS KENSINGTON full of character A rich and royal heritage, beautiful gardens and upmarket shopping streets are just some of the reasons why Kensington has it’s own unique blend of genteel opulence and chocolate box charm. Kensington is full of character and having been here for 25 years, we love it just as much as you do. We have just moved up the road to number 67 whilst our office is being redeveloped. Do pop in and see us soon. Savills Kensington 67 Kensington Church Street London W8 4BY 020 7535 3300
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26 offices across London, 80 in the UK and 500 offices and associates worldwide
Here is a selection of just some of the properties we currently have available. To search a greater range of properties please visit savills.co.uk/kensington
for sale
for sale
for sale
Tor Gardens, W8
KensinGTon GaTe, W8
Campden sTreeT, W8
3 reception rooms ◆ 5 bedrooms ◆ 4 bath/ shower rooms ◆ garden and off-street parking ◆ 338 sq m (3,645 sq ft) ◆ EPC=C Guide £9.35 million
2 reception rooms ◆ 6 bedrooms ◆ 3 bathrooms ◆ private and access to communal gardens ◆ 332 sq m (3,578 sq ft) ◆ EPC=D Guide £7.25 million
2 reception rooms 4 bedrooms ◆ 4 bath/ shower rooms ◆ Patio garden and garage ◆ 371 sq m (3,988 sq ft) ◆ EPC=C Guide £8.5 million
for sale
for sale
for sale
TasKer lodGe, W8
de Vere Gardens, W8
airlie Gardens, W8
Reception room ◆ 2 bedrooms ◆ 2 bathrooms ◆ patio garden and underground parking space ◆ 125 sq m (1,349 sq ft) ◆ EPC=D Asking £2.95 million
Reception room ◆ 2 bedrooms ◆ 2 bath/ shower rooms ◆ 66 sq m (715 sq ft) ◆ EPC=D Asking £1.4 million
3 reception rooms ◆ 5 bedrooms ◆ 4 bathrooms ◆ roof terrace ◆ off-street parking ◆ 235 sq m (2,532 sq ft) ◆ EPC=D Asking £4.95 million
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phillimore plaCe, W8
sCarsdale sTudios, W8
allen sTreeT, W8
2 bedrooms ◆ 2 bathrooms ◆ reception room ◆ roof terrace ◆ council tax band F ◆ EPC=D Guide £1,100 per week
2 bedrooms ◆ 2 bathrooms ◆ open-plan kitchen ◆ off-street parking ◆ council tax band G ◆ EPC=C Guide £1,450 per week
7 bedrooms ◆ 6 bathrooms ◆ 3 reception rooms ◆ south-facing garden ◆ council tax band H ◆ EPC=E Guide £6,750 per week
For property advice or a free market appraisal, please come and visit us in our new home or call 020 7535 3300
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1 AN ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL AND DISCREET LOW BUILT HOUSE portobello studios, w11 Reception room ø study ø kitchen ø master bedroom suite with dressing room ø 3 further bedroom suites ø gym ø utility room ø roof terrace ø patio ø secure parking space ø 395 sq m (4,254 sq ft) ø EPC=C
Savills Notting Hill
Knight Frank
Oliver Lurot olurot@savills.com
Caroline Foord caroline.foord@knightfrank.com
020 7727 5750
020 7229 0229
Guide £6 million Leasehold, approximately 979 years remaining plus Share of Freehold
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1 STUNNING THREE BEDROOM HOUSE IN THE HEART OF NOTTING HILL portobello road, w11 Reception room ø drawing room ø kitchen/dining room ø 3 bedrooms ø 2 bath/ shower rooms ø utility room ø 2 terraces ø patio ø 148 sq m (1,595 sq ft) ø EPC=D
Guide £2.75 million Freehold
Savills Notting Hill Ben Davies bdavies@savills.com
020 7727 5750
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1 EXCEPTIONAL STUDIO HOUSE WITH OFF-STREET PARKING holland park road, w14 Entrance hall ø studio reception room incorporating kitchen ø 2 bedrooms ø bathroom ø guest cloakroom ø terrace ø off-street parking ø 184 sq m (1,979 sq ft) ø EPC=E
Guide £3.15 million Freehold
Savills Kensington Kit Allen kallen@savills.com
020 7535 3300
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1 BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED HOUSE WITH SOUTH-FACING GARDEN tor gardens, w8 Entrance hall ø drawing room ø study ø kitchen/ family room ø 5 bedrooms ø 4 further bath/shower rooms ø utility room ø terrace ø south-facing garden ø off-street parking for 2 cars ø 338 sq m (3,645 sq ft) ø EPC=C Guide £9.35 million Freehold
Savills Kensington
Strutt and Parker
Johnny Fuller jlfuller@savills.com
James Gow James.gow@struttandparker.com
020 7535 3300
020 7938 3666
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1 A SUPERB 2/3 BEDROOM FLAT WITH ROOF TERRACE cathcart road, sw10 Entrance hall ø double reception room ø dining area ø kitchen ø master bedroom suite ø 2nd bedroom suite ø bedroom 3/study ø guest cloakroom ø terrace ø 129 sq m (1,390 sq ft) ø EPC=E
Guide £2 million Leasehold, approximately 98 years remaining, plus Share of Freehold
Savills Chelsea Nicola Ridley nridley@savills.com
020 7578 9000
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1 EXCELLENT TWO BEDROOM FLAT WITH SUPERB GARDEN VIEWS coleherne court, sw5 Entrance hall ø 2 reception rooms ø dining room ø kitchen/breakfast room ø master bedroom suite ø 2nd bedroom ø bathroom ø lift ø porter ø access to communal gardens ø 151 sq m (1,620 sq ft) ø EPC=D
Guide £2.65 million Leasehold, approximately 113 years remaining plus Share of Freehold
Savills Chelsea Charlie Bubear cbubear@savills.com
020 7578 9000
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chelsea sw10
secret house with garage
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Rating = D
Approximately 352 sq m (3,793 sq ft) Price on application Freehold
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1 STYLISH TRIPLEX APARTMENT WITH PARK VIEWS holland park, w11 Reception room ø dining area ø cinema room ø kitchen ø master bedroom suite ø 3 further bedroom suites ø separate utility room ø guest cloakroom ø roof terrace ø 2 off-street parking spaces ø 386 sq m (4,155 sq ft) ø EPC=D
Savills Kensington
John Taylor
Thomas Holcroft tholcroft@savills.com
David Adams dadams@john-taylor.com
020 7535 3300
020 3284 1888
Guide £10 million Leasehold, approximately 100 years remaining plus Share of Freehold
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1 WELL APPOINTED AND EXTENSIVELY REFURBISHED HILLGATE VILLAGE HOUSE hillgate place, w8 3 bedrooms ø 2 bathrooms ø reception/dining room ø kitchen ø roof terrace ø beautifully modernised ø excellent finish ø 128 sq m (1,378 sq ft) ø EPC=D
Savills Kensington Monika Scott mkscott@savills.com
020 7535 3333 £1,600 per week Unfurnished
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1 THREE BEDROOM MAISONETTE IN A SECURE GATED DEVELOPMENT lansdowne road, w11 3 bedrooms ø 2 bathrooms ø reception room ø study ø kitchen ø terrace ø communal gardens ø off-street parking space ø 170 sq m (1,830 sq ft) ø EPC=D
Savills Notting Hill Nik Dennis ndennis@savills.com
020 7727 5751 £2,600 per week Unfurnished
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A THREE BEDROOM PROPERTY REFURBISHED TO A HIGH STANDARD redcliffe square, sw10 3 bedrooms (2 en suite) ø further bathroom ø reception room ø separate eat-in kitchen ø utility room ø patio garden ø 231 sq m (2,491 sq ft) ø EPC=C £2,450 per week Unfurnished
Savills Chelsea
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Clem Byron Evans cbevans@savills.com
020 7578 9020
A STUNNING NEWLY REFURBISHED FIRST FLOOR FLAT onslow gardens, sw7 3 bedrooms (1 en suite) ø further bathroom ø reception room ø eat-in kitchen ø communal gardens ø 123 sq ft (1,330 sq ft) ø EPC=D £1,850 per week Unfurnished
Savills Chelsea Oliver Mellotte omellotte@savills.com
020 7578 9020
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1 STYLISH KENSINGTON APARTMENT IN A QUIET COURTYARD allen street, w8 2 bedrooms ø 2 bathrooms ø reception room ø open-plan kitchen ø wooden floors throughout ø balcony ø off-street parking space ø 100 sq m (1,082 sq ft) ø EPC=C
£1,450 per week Unfurnished
Savills Kensington Isabel Lacey ilacey@savills.com
020 7535 3333
Beyond your expectations www.hamptons.co.uk
Chelsea Crescent, SW10 A beautifully presented two bedroom ground floor apartment, forming part of this well maintained modern development on the banks of the River Thames. Chelsea Harbour is an exclusive, secure development situated next to the River Thames with its own marina, river boat taxi stop and recently opened train station (Imperial Wharf) offering easy access to Clapham Junction and Willesden Junction stations. The world famous King’s Road is also close by. EPC: C
Hamptons Chelsea Office Sales. 0207 835 1444 | chelsea@hamptons-int.com
£1,750,000 Leasehold • • • • • •
Waterside development Portered 1668 sq ft Private parking space Large private southerly facing terrace Long lease
Aubrey Walk, W8 A most impressive and totally refurbished semi-detached family home (2,938 sq ft) situated in a prime Kensington location. This delightful triple aspect freehold house has been finished to the most exacting of standards and is principally arranged over three floors of accommodation with off street parking. EPC: TBC
£6,350,000 Freehold • • • • • •
Hamptons Kensington Office Sales. 020 7937 9371 | kensington@hamptons-int.com
Double reception room Kitchen & separate dining room Master bedroom, dressing room & ensuite Four further bedrooms plus three bathrooms Roof terrace & landscaped patio garden Garage
Beyond your expectations www.hamptons.co.uk
Rutland Court, SW7 An outstanding three bedroom lateral raised ground floor flat. Rutland Court is a magnificent redbrick period mansion block situated on a very quiet private road with 24 hour security and porterage. The apartment offers wonderful proportions and high ceilings throughout with particularly good reception space. EPC: D
£6,250,000 Share of Freehold • • • • • •
Hamptons Knightsbridge Office Sales. 020 7717 5461 | knightsbridge@hamptons-int.com
Reception room/dining room Kitchen Master bedroom with study/dressing room Two further bedrooms Two shower rooms (one en suite) Guest cloakroom
Linden Gardens, W2 The flat is in a white stucco fronted period building at the end of a cul-d-sac just off the popular Notting Hill Gate. The interior has been stripped back to brick work and re furbished to exacting standards. There is a large living room with open plan modern kitchen with central preparation island and breakfast bar. The flat has dark wood flooring throughout and a stylish bathroom finished in light stone tiles. EPC: C
Hamptons Notting Hill Office Sales. 0207 034 0404 | nottinghill@hamptons-int.com
£875,000 Leasehold • • • • •
Reception room Two bedrooms Patio Very good decoration Close to Portobello Road
Beyond your expectations www.hamptons.co.uk
Elystan Place, SW3 Formally two separate houses which have been combined to create a low build family home. The property has been redesigned to exacting standards. Of particular interest are the French doors which span the width of the property, leading directly onto a south facing garden. The property provides open plan living space with an abundance of natural light. EPC: B
£4,850,000 Freehold • • • • • •
Hamptons Sloane Square Office Sales. 020 7717 5481 | sloanesquare@hamptons-int.com
Kitchen/reception room Drawing room Three bedrooms Three bathrooms Guest cloakroom South facing garden
Camera Place, SW10 This lovely redecorated three bedroom family house boasts a large double reception, study and a generous kitchen which leads on to a south facing patio garden. The property is ideally set up for families looking for just over 1600 square feet of accommodation in SW10. EPC: E
£1,495 per week Unfurnished • • • • • •
Hamptons Chelsea Office Lettings. 020 7717 5433 | chelsealettings@hamptons-int.com
Large entertaining space Spacious and light South facing patio garden Just over 1600 square feet of space Three bedrooms Central location
Beyond your expectations www.hamptons.co.uk
Iverna Court, W8 A bright three bedroom apartment on the sixth floor of this popular mansion block. The apartment comprises a large bright reception room, eat in kitchen, master bedroom with Juliette balcony, second double bedroom, two bathrooms and boasts excellent storage. The property is well finished throughout and benefits from a lift, porter and access to a communal garden. Iverna Court is located on a quiet garden square, moments from the shops, restaurants and transport links of Kensington High Street. EPC: D
Hamptons Kensington Office Lettings. 020 7717 5459 | kensingtonlettings@hamptons-int.com
£1450 per week Unfurnished • • • • • •
Spacious living Excellent storage Lift Porter Communal garden Permit parking
Yeomans Row, SW3 A beautiful contemporary style four bedroom mid terraced house with a superb open plan reception room opening on to a wonderful private garden. The property has been extensively refurbished by the current owner and offers a stunning modern kitchen, as well as features including Cat 5, throughout the property and Lutron lighting. EPC: E
£2,500 per week (Long Term) • • • • • •
Hamptons Knightsbridge Office Lettings. 020 7717 5463 | knightsbridgelettings@hamptons-int.com
Four bedrooms Three bathrooms; two en-suite Private landscaped patio garden Private 1st floor terrace Solid hardwood floor Bespoke gas fire
Beyond your expectations www.hamptons.co.uk
Mossop Street SW3 A beautiful architecturally designed two bed house in this popular street in Chelsea. With the unusual feature of a highly designed rear façade, incorporating floor to ceiling glazing. Internally, the house is in a contemporary style throughout, maximising on natural light. The property offers wonderful reception space as well as two very good sized bedrooms and a study. EPC: C
Hamptons Sloane Square Office Lettings. 0207 717 5483 | sloanesquarelettings@hamptons-int.com
£1,050 per week Part-Furnished • • • • •
Two large bedrooms Study Terrace Contemporary style Wooden floors
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Hot Property: Manresa Road A unique first floor duplex apartment in the heart of Chelsea
This duplex apartment, featuring exceptional open plan spaces and five substantial bedroom suites, is situated within the prestigious address of 21 Manresa Road, which comprises 15 luxury apartments. Each has 24 hour security, porterage, underground parking with number plate recognition and full-time gardeners for the communal gardens. The Victorian façade of this former King’s College building was listed so developers used a structural steel frame behind it, the result of which was 16 metre wide apartments. At 9,146 square feet, with a 793 square feet roof terrace, Ben Morris from Savills Knightsbridge says that “this sensational apartment offers opulent living space on an unrivalled scale... it rivals any apartment or house to have ever come to market.”
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Manresa Road, SW3 £39.5 million
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Princes Gate SW7 ÂŁ27,000,000 A magnificent freehold residence situated in a prime location close to Hyde Park and the surrounding areas of Knightsbridge and Kensington.
Situated over seven stories with the benefit of a lift, this substantial period house is presented in immaculate condition throughout with a feeling of space and elegance from the moment you enter the grand entrance hall. The lower ground floor has been designed with informal reception areas, dining space and staff quarters in mind. The ground floor has a large double reception room with a meeting room or formal dining room. The first floor is dedicated to an exquisite reception room with stunning ceiling heights and incredible views towards Prince Consort Road and the Royal Albert Hall. This floor also has a wonderfully large study. A sumptuous master suite and five further bedroom suites occupy the upper floors with a further reception/self contained studio on the top floor, opening out to a beautiful roof terrace with far reaching views across London.
Old Chelsea Mews SW3 £4,750,000 Old Chelsea Mews is an extremely quiet, gated mews located just south of Paultons Square and the King’s Road. This rare house offers superb security in a picturesque setting and is presented in excellent condition throughout. The accommodation comprises a ground floor entrance hall leading to a dining room, a superb kitchen leading out to the patio garden, a large first floor reception room, a large master bedroom with en suite bathroom and two further bedroom suites. Freehold. EPC=C. Sole Agents.
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Princedale Road W11 £3,850,000 A rare opportunity to acquire a substantial property consisting of three interconnecting houses in this highly sought after location. The accommodation is arranged over three floors with excellent lateral space lending itself to a number of configurations. Currently, the property provides three reception rooms, a large kitchen/breakfast room and five bedrooms served by three bathrooms. This well balanced house is completed by three large terraces and a garage. Freehold. EPC=E. Sole Agents.
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Fulton Mews W2 ÂŁ3,300,000 A beautifully refurbished and well proportioned house located on a sought after, quiet mews. This exceptionally bright property offers a versatile interior, excellent reception space, a fantastic roof terrace and four large bedrooms all with en suite bathrooms. Fulton Mews is a residential mews located moments from Hyde Park and Notting Hill, yet quietly tucked away. Freehold. EPC=D.
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Adam & Eve Mews W8 £2,350,000 Adam & Eve Mews is a pretty, cobbled mews located moments from Holland Park, Kensington Gardens and the amenities of Kensington High Street. This stunning house is beautifully presented throughout and extends to approximately 1,500 sqft. The property boasts a large open plan kitchen/reception room, a master bedroom arranged over the entire second oor, a roof garden and an integral garage. Freehold. EPC=E. Sole Agents.
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Pont Street SW1 £2,295,000 An extremely well finished Knightsbridge apartment situated at the rear of a well-maintained red brick period property, a short walk from Sloane Square and Sloane Street. The accommodation has been finished to the highest of standards with underfloor heating throughout, a Poggenpohl kitchen, two large bedrooms, one with a large walk-in wardrobe and two further bathrooms. The property also benefits from direct access to a sunny patio garden, which in turn, has access to Pont Street Mews. Leasehold. Sole Agents.
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Cathcart Road SW10 ÂŁ2,000,000 Situated in a highly sought-after location, this superb apartment offers a spacious interior flooded with natural light. The property comprises an entrance hall with cloakroom, a spacious double reception room with separate dining area, an attractive kitchen, two large double bedrooms with en suite bathrooms, a lovely bright study/single bedroom overlooking rear gardens and a striking, very large private terrace. Share of Freehold. EPC=E. Joint Sole Agent.
EARLS COURT: 020 7835 0620 sales.ect@marshandparsons.co.uk
Pelham Place, SW3 ÂŁ9,250,000 STC Freehold Located in this premium location moments from the amenities and facilities of South Kensington and within easy walking distance of Brompton Cross, this five storey period stucco house is presented in good condition and occupies a pleasant position on the street, with superb front and rear aspects. Four Receptions | Six Bedrooms | Four Bathrooms | Garden | Balcony | Residents Parking
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Egerton gardens, SW3 £750 PW Furnished Located in this prime garden square in one of Knightsbridge’s leading addresses, this first floor conversion flat in this former Queen Anne style Victorian terraced house occupies a stunning position with an aspect from the front facade over communal gardens. One Reception | One Bedroom | One Bathroom | Balcony | Communal Gardens | Residents Parking
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Tregunter Road, SW10 ÂŁ1,595,000 Leasehold A stunning two bedroom raised ground floor flat having just been the subject of an intensive refurbishment programme and has been finished to exacting standards throughout. This immaculately presented flat extends to 823sq/ft (76.46sq/m) of laterally arranged accommodation comprising of reception room, kitchen, two bedrooms, bath/shower room and a separate WC. Offering modern living with added benefit of high ceilings and floor to ceiling bespoke storage in both bedrooms this wonderful apartment is accessed off Tregunter Road and is conveniently located for the bars, restaurants and boutiques of Chelsea. Reception Room | Kitchen | Two Bedrooms | Bath/Shower Room | Separate WC | High Ceilings | EPC Rating: E | JSA Faron Sutaria 0207 835 1577
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Cornwall Gardens, SW7 ÂŁ975 Furnished An immaculately presented two bedroom flat on the raised ground floor of this mid terrace period conversion. The property benefits from wonderful views of the communal gardens from the reception room, high ceilings, wooden floors in the reception room and hallway and ornate ceiling cornice. The property comprises an open-plan reception room and kitchen, two double bedrooms (one en-suite shower room) and a family bathroom with separate shower and bath. The property is available on a furnished basis. Raised Ground Floor | Open Plan Kitchen / Dining Room / Reception Room | Two Double Bedrooms | Master with En Suite Shower Room | Access to Communal Gardens
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Somerset Square, W14 £3,950,000 Freehold A superb four bedroom family house on four floors located in this sought after area of Holland Park. The property benefits from a large, bright, double reception room and a kitchen/dining room which leads to a 33’ west facing garden. There is also an integral garage and off street parking. The large principal bedroom has an en suite bathroom and French windows onto a roof terrace. Entrance Hall | Double Reception Room | Dining Room | Kitchen | Principal Bedroom with En Suite Bathroom | Three Further Bedrooms | Further En Suite Bathroom | Shower Room | Two Cloakrooms | Eves Storage | West Facing Garden | Roof Terrace | Garage | Off Street Parking | EPC Rating D
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Peel Street, W8 Price on application Freehold One of the finest four bedroom houses to come to the market, in this area, for many years. This period property has been beautifully designed to blend elegance with contemporary features creating the ultimate turn-key family and entertaining home. Double Reception Room | Kitchen | Media Room | Principal Bedroom with En Suite Shower Room and Dressing Room | Three Further Double Bedrooms | Family Bathroom | Further En Suite Shower Room | Utility Room | Cloakroom | South Facing Roof Garden | EPC Rating C
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Courtnell Street, W2 ÂŁ3,350,000 freehold A beautiful, light and tastefully styled home in this popular Notting Hill location offering real flexibility - at present arranged as a three bedroom house with two floors of living space but could just as easily be five bedrooms. Architecturally impressive full width extension, generous living space and unusually, a large cellar beneath. House | Four Storeys | West Facing Garden | Two Reception | Kitchen | Master Bedroom | En Suite Bathroom | Balcony | 2-4 Further Bedrooms | Bathroom | Shower Room | Cellar | EPC Rating D
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Dawson Place, W11 ÂŁ2,700,000 leasehold An elegantly proportioned, three bedroom garden maisonette in the ultimate Notting Hill location. Generous living space with wonderful dual aspect reception opening down to a beautiful garden - a large, mature, L shaped expanse, both south and west facing, on two sides of this magnificent double fronted house. Dual Aspect Reception | Eat In Kitchen | Master Bedroom | En Suite Bathroom | Two Further Bedrooms | Bathroom | Large Garden | EPC Rating E
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Chepstow Road, Notting Hill W11 Peace, quiet and warmth (oh, the warmth!), reigns in this house on Chepstow Road, right in the busy hub of Notting Hill This house presses all the right buttons for those who mind about well-equipped bathrooms and kitchens, proper heating, and decent storage.
Master bedroom suite & two double bedrooms One further bathroom Double reception room, kitchen & dining room Study, utility room, cloakroom & store Garden, balcony & off-street parking City of Westminster 1,942 sq ft / 180.4 sq m Energy Performance Rating Band D Guide Price ÂŁ2.9 million Freehold
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St Mary’s Grove, Barnes SW13 You could be excused for thinking you are in a boutique hotel, so chic and comfortable is the redesign of this Arts and Crafts house Having said that, any mother of small children would faint with delight at the perfection of the family friendly facilities. From the front of the house, all you can see is trees and the Common – you could easily be in the countryside.
Seven bedrooms, two dressing rooms, three bathrooms & shower room Reception room, dining room / kitchen Study, cloakroom, playroom, utility room, larder & boot room Parking for four cars & temperature controlled wine cellar Roof terrace, balcony, garden & all weather play area Swimming pool & pool changing room 4,398 sq ft / 408.6 sq m, EPC Rating Band F The London Borough of Richmond upon Thames Guide Price ÂŁ5.5 million Freehold
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CHELSEA EMBANKMENT, LONDON. SW3 LEASEHOLD ONE BEDROOM GROSS INTERNAL AREA: 600 SQ FT/ 55.7 SQ M
£850,000 stc Reception room, Kitchen, Bedroom, Bathroom, Patio Charming and well presented one bedroom flat on the garden floor of this prestigious and sought after period property. The apartment benefits from a good reception room and bedroom, both with enchanting views to the patio garden. The property is also a stones-throw from the Chelsea Physic Gardens, Turner’s Reach House was built in 1879 by Richard
Norman Shaw, one of the influential Victorian architects. This magnificent brick building features a majestic entrance lobby, providing fine views over the river Thames. It was once the home of Marquess of Ripon, Viceroy of India , also James Bond lived at No 9 Chelsea Embankment. Low service charge which includes both the hot water and heating.
CHELSEA OFFICE 2 Cale Street, London SW3 3QU +44 (0)20 7581 5011 chelseaoffice@henryandjames.co.uk
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QUEEN’S GATE, LONDON. SW7 LEASEHOLD APPROX 130 YEARS REMAINING TWO BEDROOMS GROSS INTERNAL AREA: 1195 SQ FT/ 111 SQ M
£1,850,000 stc Reception room, Kitchen, Two bedrooms, Two en suite bathrooms, Lift Excellent two bedroom maisonette on the second and third floors ( with lift ) of this handsome Victorian property. The apartment is well presented with some good stylish features and benefits from two double bedrooms suites and a generously proportioned reception room. There is also a well fitted kitchen. The property is well located to benefit from
the open spaces of Hyde Park and the shopping facilities of Gloucester Road and Knightsbridge are within easy reach. 193 Queens Gate is an imposing mid terrace period property, located to the northern end of Queens Gate, making it very convenient for the open space of Hyde Park. The nearest underground station is Gloucester Road.
CHELSEA OFFICE 2 Cale Street, London SW3 3QU +44 (0)20 7581 5011 chelseaoffice@henryandjames.co.uk
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PONT STREET, LONDON. SW1X THREE BEDROOMS FURNISHED
£1,750 PER WEEK stc Three double bedrooms, En suite bathroom, Shower room, Kitchen, Reception room, Resident housekeeper, Lift. This generous lateral apartment has a very spacious master bedroom suite, two further large double bedrooms and a further shower room. All bedrooms quietly overlook Pavilion Road, whilst to the front of the building there is a modern kitchen and a bright, well-proportioned reception. This property has been neutrally decorated throughout and
furnished in a contemporary style. The property is available immediately and is profesionally managed. Pont Street is a great location just moments from Harrods and the exclusive amenities of Knightsbridge with Sloane Square and King’s Road within easy reach as is Sloane Square tube station. The EPC rating is D.
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CADOGAN GARDENS LONDON. SW3 FOUR BEDROOMS UNFURNISHED
£3,950 PER WEEK stc Two reception rooms, Kitchen, Four double bedrooms, Three bathrooms, Guest cloakroom, Lift, Porter. This light and airy penthouse with high ceilings, period features and leafy views is ideally situated on the fifth floor (with lift). The accommodation comprises two stunning reception rooms, master bedroom with ensuite bathroom, three further double bedrooms, two further bathrooms, cloakroom and eat in kitchen. Cadogan Gardens is on one
of Chelsea’s most sought after locations, situated within a short walking distance to Sloane Square and Knightsbridge tube stations and moments from boutiques and restaurants on picturesque Motcomb street and Walton Street and Kings Road. Sloane Square tube has the circle and district line. EPC rating D.
CHELSEA OFFICE 2 Cale Street, London SW3 3QU +44 (0)20 7581 5011 chelseaoffice@henryandjames.co.uk
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De Vere Gardens, Kensington W8
A beautifully proportioned second floor apartment close to the park. Master bedroom suite • Guest bedroom suite • Study/bedroom three Principal reception room with balcony • Kitchen • Approximately 1,549 sq ft / 144 sq m • Energy Rating: C
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West Eaton Place, Belgravia SW1
An elegant London pied-à-terre in a premier location. Master bedroom with en-suite bathroom, dressing room and private courtyard Bedroom two with en-suite bathroom • Third bedroom • Double reception Entrance hall • Kitchen/dining room • Terrace • Cloakroom • Study Storage vault • Approximately 2,051 sq ft / 191 sq m • Energy Rating: C
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King’s Road, Chelsea SW3
An exceptional London pied-à-terre. Spacious duplex one bedroom apartment • Starck bathroom • Open-plan reception room and Poggenpohl kitchen • Dining room • Private terrace Situated on the first and second floors • Approximately 843 sq ft / 78 sq m Energy Rating: D
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Albert Hall Mansions, Kensington SW7
A stunning three bedroom flat set in one of Kensington’s most prestigious addresses. Master Bedroom with en suite • Bedroom two • Shower room • Reception room • Entrance Hall • Guest cloakroom • Kitchen/breakfast room • Media room/bedroom three • Lift • Porter • Approximately 1,533 sq ft / 142 sq m Energy Rating: D
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Guide Price: £2,990,000 Leasehold
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PORTOBELLO ROAD, W11 ÂŁ2,750,000 Leasehold
A flawless and beautifully designed three bedroom triplex apartment on the world famous Portobello Road. Accessed via its own street entrance, the accommodation commences with a huge first floor, open-plan kitchen/reception room, perfect for parties and entertaining. The magnificent master bedroom includes a large walk-through wardrobe opening onto a stunning en suite bathroom. On the top floor are two further bedrooms, a home office and a shower room. The property is situated between the Electric Cinema and Westbourne Grove, perfect for shopping and going out (epc = c).
17 Kensington Park Road, London W11 2EU
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ALL SAINTS ROAD, W11 ÂŁ1,750,000 Leasehold
A cool and contemporary three bedroom maisonette offering fantastic living space and a superb roof garden. This unique apartment has an inverted layout with the large open-plan reception room encompassing the whole top floor. This magnificent room looks westerly through a long glass wall on to a large decked terrace with views beyond. The sleek kitchen is set around a large island with a breakfast bar seating area. Below, the amazing master suite is designed to include a semi open-plan bathroom with a roll top bath positioned to look out over a second smaller terrace. There are two further bedrooms and a guest shower room. (epc = d).
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ELGIN CRESCENT, W11 ÂŁ1,095 per week Long let
An incredible two bedroom lateral apartment in the heart of Notting Hill. With a bright and modern interior, the sizeable reception room features polished wood floors, large bay windows and ample fitted storage. The property further comprises a smart, contemporary kitchen and dining space, two generous double bedrooms with the master bedroom offering a sleek en suite shower room. Elsewhere is a further guest bathroom. This fantastic home also benefits from access to idyllic communal gardens (epc = e).
17 Kensington Park Road, London W11 2EU
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ST STEPHENS GARDENS, W2 ÂŁ800 per week Long let
An impeccably stylish and chic one bedroom apartment located on a beautiful garden square. Set on the raised ground floor of a Victorian conversion with a modern finish throughout, this fantastic property offers a unique and formal reception space with a wealth of original features. Adjoining this, is a stylish kitchen and dining area that is exceptionally bright owing to large sash windows in both rooms. Furthermore, there is a sizeable master bedroom, one smart bathroom and access to public communal gardens (epc = d).
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Walton Street, Knightsbridge, SW3 A beautifully presented freehold townhouse (1,356sq. ft/126sq.m) with a charming private garden in this fabulous location. The property has been totally refurbished to provide stylish contemporary residence with spacious living/ entertaining space and a fabulous master bedroom suite. Superbly located, Walton Street is within walking distance of Knightsbridge, Chelsea and South Kensington. EPC rating D.
ÂŁ2,950,000 Freehold 020 7893 8044 hassan.basma@harrodsestates.com
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Kensington Court, Kensington, W8 Beautifully refurbished by Intelitrade Developments this Grade II listed residence (6,315 sq ft / 586.7 sq m) comprises four stunning reception rooms and seven bedroom suites and is arranged over six floors with lift access to all floors except the 4th (top) floor. The property benefits from fabulous proportions, high ceilings and a host of 19th century architectural styles ranging from the Victorian faรงade to an extravagant Baroque inspired fireplace in the 1st floor drawing room to an intricate Gothic influenced ceiling in the library, all expertly restored and combined with the highest specifications to provide a magnificent residence. Kensington Court is located just south of Kensington High Street, moments from Kensington Gardens and ideally placed for the outstanding schools, shops, restaurants and transport facilities of the area. Knightsbridge and the West End are a few minutes drive away and there is easy access to the Cromwell Road/ A4 for Heathrow and beyond. EPC rating D. ยฃ16,950,000 Freehold 020 7225 6508 shaun.drummond@harrodsestates.com
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Lincoln House, Basil Street, SW3 An excellent two bedroom apartment in this popular portered mansion block next to Harrods in Knightsbridge and conveniently located within walking distance to designer shops of Sloane Street. The apartment is finished to a very high standard and being on the 5th floor the flat has fantastic views over Basil Street. Comprises large and spacious reception room/ dining room, kitchen, master bedroom, amazing en suite bathroom with both bath tub and shower cubicle, second bedroom and guest shower room. Available immediately for long term let on a furnished basis.
ÂŁ1500pw 020 7225 6602 karen.boland@harrodsestates.com
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Albion Riverside, Battersea, SW11 A breath taking and very rare to the market penthouse apartment in this landmark Foster and Partners development directly on the river Thames. The accommodation of over 6,200 sq ft with stunning views across to the Chelsea Embankment comprises; Entrance Hall , Reception room with cinema area, study area (with access to AV control) leading to utility area with fridge, and dining area for 20, Kitchen, Guest Cloakroom, Master Suite with double dressing room and ensuite bath and shower room, 3 Further double bedrooms all with ensuite bathrooms and one with dressing room , 1000 sqft terrace . The tenant will also have the use of three underground parking spaces as well as the luxurious residents only gym, swimming pool and concierge services. The apartment is available on a furnished or unfurnished basis for long term rent. ÂŁ14,500pw 020 7225 6602 karen.boland@harrodsestates.com
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Upper Cheyne Row, Chelsea SW3 • 5 Bedrooms
• Kitchen / breakfast room
• 2 Bathrooms
• Parking space
• Shower room (en suite)
• Patio garden
• Drawing room
• Approx. 2,133 sq ft (198 sq m)
• Dining room
• EPC rating: current (D) potential (B)
“ A wider than average Grade II Listed family house situated in the heart of Old Chelsea”
Guide Price £5,500,000 Freehold
For more information call Giles Cook on 020 7306 1620 or email gcook@waellis.co.uk
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Gledhow Gardens, South Kensington SW5 • 3 Bedrooms
• Kitchen / dining room
• 2 Bathrooms (en suite)
• Access to communal gardens
• Bedroom 3 / study
• Approx. 998 sq ft (92.71 sq m)
• Cloakroom
• EPC rating: current (D) potential (B)
• Drawing room
“ A south-facing second floor flat situated in a converted building with views over the communal gardens”
Guide Price £1,750,000 Share of freehold
For more information call Simon Godson on 020 7306 1610 or email sgodson@waellis.co.uk
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Prince’s Gate, South Kensington SW7 • 3 Double bedrooms
• Eat-in kitchen
• 2 Bathrooms (1 en suite) • Caretaker • 1 Shower room (en suite) • Approx. 1,719 sq ft (159 sq m) • Reception room
• EPC rating: current (E) potential (E)
“ A truly spectacular apartment in this newly renovated building in Prince’s Gate.”
£2,750 per week Furnished
For more information call Charlie Woods on 020 7306 1630 or email cwoods@waellis.co.uk
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Lennox Gardens, Knightsbridge SW1 • 2 Bedrooms
• Roof terrace
• 2 Bathrooms (1 en suite) • Use of communal gardens • Double reception room
• Approx. 1,527 sq ft (141 sq m)
• Fully fitted kitchen
• EPC rating: current (D) potential (B)
“ A stunning first floor apartment in this well maintained building in the heart of Knightsbridge.”
£2,250 per week Unfurnished
For more information call Lucy Morton on 020 7306 1630 or email lmorton@waellis.co.uk
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ADDISON ROAD, kensington, W14 A wonderful double fronted, Grade II Listed family house, set back behind a 35ft front garden. The property boasts a private 75ft west facing rear garden with swimming pool. Excellent entertaining space, 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and shower room.
ADDISON AVENUE, HOLLAND PARK, W11 A charming, flat fronted, end of terrace Victorian house, arranged on four floors with a fantastic decked roof terrace. The property is in good decorative condition throughout and comprises reception room, kitchen/family room, 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
Offers in the region of ÂŁ6,000,000 Freehold
ÂŁ2,750,000 Freehold
ROYAL CRESCENT, holland park, w11 An impressive Grade II Listed Victorian property, south facing over the communal gardens to the front. The house also benefits from a 56 ft rear garden with summer house. Wonderful entertaining space, 6/7 bedrooms, and a self contained flat.
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£4,500,000 Freehold JSA: Knight Frank Tel: 020 7229 0229
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Refurbished to an exacting standard, a third floor flat in this imposing, double fronted, villa in one of London’s most prestigious addresses. Large reception room, separate ‘bar’ with access to attractive south facing roof terrace, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms.
£3,995,000 Leasehold
Holland Park road, kensington, W14 A spacious maisonette in a pretty period building close to the open spaces of Holland Park and within a moments walk of the excellent amenities at Kensington High Street. Reception room, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, utility room and patio garden.
POTTERY LANE, HOLLAND PARK, W11 A fantastic one bedroom mews house which is well located for the first class shops and transport facilities readily to hand at Holland Park Avenue. The property has a first floor reception room with open plan kitchen and excellent storage.
To Let ÂŁ895 per week Unfurnished
To Let ÂŁ495 per week Furnished
QUEENSDALE PLACE, holland park, w11 A quiet and secluded cul-de-sac in the heart of Holland Park. A well maintained Victorian house with a pretty west facing garden. Double reception room, sun room, kitchen/family room, 3 bedrooms, en suite bathroom and shower room.
ADDISON PLACE, holland park, w11
To Let ÂŁ1,350 per week Unfurnished
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Quietly situated in this secluded backwater only minutes from the Central Line at Holland Park Avenue. Interconnecting reception room, newly refurbished kitchen leading to conservatory/dining area with doors to patio, 2 bedrooms and bathroom.
To Let ÂŁ750 per week Unfurnished
Bourdon Street, W1 Stunning 6th floor flat, extending to 1331 sq ft, with triple aspect, modern furnishing, stylish living space and wonderful views over Mayfair. The flat is newly refurbished in a contemporary style with a slick finish to a high standard including wood floors throughout and benefits from high security. Reception Room - 2 Bedrooms - En-suite Bathroom - En-suite Shower Room - Cloakroom - Kitchen - Study Area - Lift - 24 Hour Porterage - Communal Roof Terrace
Leasehold 88 Years
ÂŁ3,995,000 OFFICES AT KNIGHTSBRIDGE & MARBLE ARCH
Fernshaw Road, SW10 An elegant one bedroom flat fully modernised to a very high standard. The property extends to 494 sq ft, features a spectacular vaulted ceiling and is situated on the 2nd floor of this recently refurbished white stucco fronted converted period building. The flat is located between the Kings Road and Fulham Road with the excellent amenities of both Chelsea and South Kensington. Reception Room - Bedroom - Bathroom - Fitted Kitchen
Share of Freehold KNIGHTSBRIDGE: 51 BEAUCHAMP PLACE LONDON SW3 1NY 020 7581 7646
ÂŁ595,000
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An elegent and spacious flat of approximately 1,215 sq ft, located on a quiet Old Chelsea street close to the many amenities and services of the King’s Road. Rossetti House is a charming late Victorian building named after the artist Dante Gabriel Rossetti who lived in the area in the late 19th century. Energy Efficiency Rating – E.
A delightful freehold family house arranged over primarily three floors with an excellent arrangement of both reception rooms and bedrooms. The property is in excellent condition and is well located on the eastern side of Chelsea Park Gardens overlooking a private garden and enjoying the benefit of its own off street parking. Energy Efficiency Rating – D.
Accommodation: Drawing room Reception room Master bedroom with en suite bathroom
Accommodation: 6 to 7 bedrooms 3 to 4 reception rooms 6 bathrooms Communal Gardens
Bedroom 2 / Dining room Shower room Kitchen
Off-street Parking Very good decoration 4017 sq ft approx
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Kings Road, London sW10
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A raised ground floor flat which has been re-designed and refurbished with a modern kitchen and bathroom, wooden flooring and double glazing throughout. The property is situated in a renovated building, close to transport, shops and restaurants of the area. Energy Efficiency Rating – D.
Newly refurbished contemporary 5th floor apartment with roof top views. Large master bedroom with ensuite bathroom and good storage leading to a small terrace. Second double bedroom and separate shower room and spacious kitchen/dining room leading to the reception. Just off the vibrant Kensington Church Street, Bedford Gardens House is moments away from the amenities of the both Notting Hill Gate and Kensington High Street. Energy Efficiency Rating – D.
Accommodation: Double bedroom Single bedroom Reception room open plan to kitchen Bathroom
Accommodation: 2 double bedrooms Reception room
En-suite bathroom Shower room
Kitchen Balcony
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PALACE GARDENS TERRACE, W8 - DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY A unique opportunity to purchase three self contained residential houses set within and around a private gated courtyard, and two further adjacent mews houses arranged as ground floor premises with two further self contained flats above. The total existing site comprises 695m2 (7093sqft) of gross internal space and benefits from off street parking and open-air terraces. Although the properties are situated with the Kensington Conservation Area they are not listed. There is potential to implement exciting architectural plans for a C11,000sqft mansion or two smaller developments. There have been consultations with the council for the proposed scheme, subject to full planning. Architects plans will allow for 7 bedrooms with en-suites and walk-in wardrobes, kitchen/breakfast room, drawing room, sitting room, dining room, office with kitchenette, cinema, gym, 17m in-ground swimming pool, spa, laundry room, 2 internal courtyards, 1 external cobbled courtyard. The proposed lateral 3 storey house could extend to 18-19m in width.
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FITZJAMES AVENUE, W14
ÂŁ1,850,000 Leasehold
This stunning, spacious, lateral flat is situated on the charming, tree lined Fitzjames Avenue. The property comprises a large double reception room with French doors leading onto a south facing balcony. There are four bedrooms, one which is in a master suite, three bathrooms, two of which are en-suite and a newly contemporary refurbished kitchen. Fitzjames Avenue is situated within walking distance of West Kensington, Kensington Olympia, Barons Court and Hammersmith Underground as well as easy access onto the A4.
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135 Hammersmith Road, London W14 0QL
FITZGEORGE AVENUE, LONDON, W14
ÂŁ850 Per Week
A fabulous, beautifully presented four bedroom flat located on the second floor of a prestigious gated Mansion block in West Kensington. Neutrally decorated throughout accommodation further comprises a bright spacious dual aspect double reception room with French doors leading onto a balcony, fully fitted kitchen / breakfast room and two good size family bathrooms, one ensuite. Available on a furnished basis from mid May.
www.tatesestates.co.uk
135 Hammersmith Road, London W14 0QL
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5 bedrooms 8 reception rooms Oak framed car port Set in approx 2 acres
With origins dating back to the early 1900’s this impressive former Coach House and Stables has evolved over the years into a stunning five bedroom country residence cleverly combining original character and charm with modern day features and labour saving devices.
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An exceptional 17th century 5 bedroom farmhouse set in approx. 3.1 acres with a 2 acre paddock offering 4,000 sq.ft of beautifully renovated accommodation and charming 2 bedroom self contained cottage. Enjoying a tranquil position in rolling countryside with easy access to all amenities.
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Quietly situated in a private Belgravia mews just to the south of Eaton Square, an exquisite, fully refurbished house that would make the perfect pied à terre. n2
double bedrooms (both en suite) n Reception room n Open plan kitchen n Dining room n Private Mews parking n EPC rating D Furnished £950 per week
Burton Mews, Belgravia SW1 A stunning two bedroom raised ground floor flat located in one of the most prestigious garden squares in Knightsbridge. n Master
bedroom with dressing area and en suite bathroom n Double bedroom n Bathroom n Reception room n Kitchen n Utility room n Communal gardens n EPC rating E Unfurnished £2,250 per week
Lennox Gardens, Knightsbridge SW1 Call or visit: 4 Yeoman’s Row Brompton Road London SW3 2AH
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An excellent west facing flat on the second floor of a small purpose built block in ‘Old Chelsea’ just a short walk from the eclectic mix of bars, restaurants and boutiques on Kings Road. n Double
bedroom n Shower room with underfloor heating n Reception room n Kitchen/breakfast room n Gross internal area 48 sq m / 518 sq ft n Lift n Caretaker n EPC rating C Leasehold: Approx. 143 years £865,000
Old Church Street, Chelsea SW3 In immaculate condition, a superb one bedroom flat on the first floor of a red brick period house in a popular street on the borders of Chelsea and South Kensington. Double bedroom Shower room n Reception room 22’ x 20’ n Open plan kitchen n Superb common parts n Gross internal area 58 sq m / 619 sq ft n Communal gardens n EPC rating C n n
Leasehold: Approx. 983 years plus a share in the freehold £1,275,000
Evelyn Gardens, South Kensington SW7 Call or visit: 4 Yeoman’s Row Brompton Road London SW3 2AH
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Harpers and Harrison Property Consultants 53 Abingdon Road Kensington London W8 6AN Tel: +44 (0)20 7938 2311 Fax: +44 (0)20 7937 1431 Email: enquiries@harpersandharrison.co.uk Web: www.harpersandharrison.co.uk
An elegant double fronted Georgian house sitting at the head of Trevor Square. A local landmark this wonderfully light and sunny house of around 3,300 sq.ft. Having its own pretty garden the property is beautifully presented with well proportioned rooms making it an ideal family home. It has the added advantage of a separate studio placed at the bottom of the garden. Situated a few minutes walk from Harrods, Sloane Street and Hyde Park it also has easy access to the West and Heathrow Airport. Drawing Room; Dining Room; Kitchen/Breakfast Room; Study/Library; Master Bedroom suite; 4 Further Double Bedrooms; 4 Bathrooms; Cloakroom; Walled Rear Garden plus Separate Studio Room with Cloakroom
Freehold Price on Application Harpers and Harrison Property Consultants 53 Abingdon Road Kensington London W8 6AN Tel: +44 (0)20 7938 2311 Fax: +44 (0)20 7937 1431 Email: enquiries@harpersandharrison.co.uk Web: www.harpersandharrison.co.uk
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Chelsea Fulham & Parsons Green Kensington & Holland Park Knightsbridge, Belgravia & Mayfair Notting Hill & Bayswater West Chelsea & South Kensington
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Edwardes Square | Kensington | W8 2,906 sq ft (270.0 sq m)
A beautifully presented five bedroom family house with the advantage of access to the highly desirable communal gardens in Edwardes Square. Two reception rooms | Kitchen | Five bedrooms | Four bathrooms | Study | Utility room | Access to communal garden Asking price ÂŁ3,995 per week Unfurnished
Kensington Lettings 020 7938 3866 Kensington.lettings@struttandparker.com
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Cadogan Place | Knightsbridge | SW1 4,016 sq ft (373.10 sq m)
A classically presented apartment with its own front door, occupying the principal reception rooms of this beautiful terraced house. Entrance Hall | Reception room | Dining room | Kitchen/breakfast room | 3 en-suite bedrooms | Study/bedroom 4 | Artist’s studio | Roof terrace | Patio garden | Access to communal gardens Asking price £13,950,000 Share of Freehold
Knightsbridge 020 7235 9959 knightsbridge@struttandparker.com
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La Casa Sin Nombre | Palm Beach | Florida 12,700 sq ft (1179.8 sq m) Garden house. 5,500 sq ft (511 sq m) Ocean house.
One of Palm Beach’s finest estates, this park-like retreat is set within four acres offering 150 ft of oceanfront and a private beach. This magnificent estate comprises separate staff accommodation and two main residences boasting soaring ceilings and Palladian grandeur. Ideal for lavish entertaining, this unique enclave is one of Florida’s most exclusive locations. Asking price $59,000,000
020 7225 3866 lulu.egerton@struttandparker.com
Chelsea Fulham & Parsons Green Kensington & Holland Park Knightsbridge, Belgravia & Mayfair Notting Hill & Bayswater West Chelsea & South Kensington
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Bedford Gardens | Kensington | W8 6,783 sq ft (630.14 sq m)
An outstanding and unusually wide twelve bedroom Grade II Listed family house with excellent entertaining space, a fabulous garden and off-street parking for three cars. Two entrance halls | Drawing room | Library | Sitting room | Family room | Two kitchens | Study | Twelve bedrooms | Six bathrooms | Four cloakrooms | Utility room | Lift | Garden | Garden store | Vaults | Off-street parking for three cars Price upon Application Freehold
Kensington 020 7938 3666 Kensington@struttandparker.com
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