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MADE TO LAST

Roland Mouret has bought Robert Clergerie into a new era, we find out more

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27 NEW YEAR, NEW GEAR Revamp your wardrobe for 2016

H E A LT H & B E AU T Y

30 BEAUTY CONFIDENTIAL

Diary dates for January

17 Best beauty buys of the month

35 FITNESS CONFIDENTIAL

Trends and gadgets to help get you fit in 2016

37 FRESH START

FASHION CONFIDENTIAL

This month’s hottest trends and products

20 GREY EXPECTATIONS

We embrace winter with many shades of grey

We break our unhealthy habits with professional help

Food & Drink

42 KITCHEN CONFIDENTIAL Tasty happenings from the local area

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45 FOOD REVIEWS

We put Trishna and OXBO Bankside to the test

68 VILLAGE PEOPLE

Pendle Harte discovers family destination, Forte Village in Sardinia

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58 INTERIOR INSPIRATIONS Minimalistic furniture and design

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60 PILLOW TALK

Rifat Ozbek on leaving couture for cushions

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Jessica Klingelfuss’ latest list of interior products

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News and views on the local area

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Nigel Lewis on the latest celebrity homes

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anuary is traditionally seen as a fresh start. A time to transform, suddenly start running two miles every morning before work and to finally give up chocolate. In my personal experience, this never happens. So, my resolutions for 2016 are a little more realistic; not to entirely change who I am but instead to make small improvements here and there and mostly, to remember to enjoy myself. In that vein, we have an issue packed with ideas for excursions in the new year and interviews to get your fashion and interior design juices flowing. Fashion designer Roland Mouret talks to Stephanie King on page 12 about taking over the reins at Robert Clergerie and on page 60, former couturier Rifat Ozbek turns his attention from catwalks to couches, with his new cushion collection. For those who feel the need to kickstart their metabolism after the gluttony of Christmas, both our

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fashion and our fitness pages offer some inspiration, with workout gear that’ll look good even if you decide to wear it on the sofa. Looking to get away from it all? Pendle Harte travelled to Sardinia to discover the ultimate family holiday, combining maximum relaxation for parents and fun for children. Find out how she fared on page 48. All this, along with our usual brilliant education content from Amanda Constance on page 71, fashion from Charlotte Adsett on page 18, news, reviews and interviews as well as our outstanding property section starting on page 75. Enjoy the issue! ◆

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RENAISSANCE

9 Ja n u a r y Pe te r Ha r r i s o n Pl a ne ta r i u m et in a dystopian future, this black and S white animation (featuring Daniel Craig) is as stylish as it is disconcerting. This version of Paris is a labyrinth where all movement is controlled, monitored and recorded by the city’s biggest corporation. Afterwards, one of the Royal Observatory’s astronomers will talk about the science behind the film. u Blackheath Avenue, SE10; rmg.co.uk

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3 1 Ja n u a r y C e ntra l L o ndo n un off those excess pigs in blankets and R conquer the cold with Cancer Research UK’s closed road 10k run. Starting from Trafalgar Square you’ll make your way through fake snow to St Paul’s Cathedral before finishing up with a hug from a polar bear at Whitehall. A brilliant way to finish the first month of the year. u winterrunseries.co.uk

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Bringing together the world’s best visual artists for one of the most brilliant performance festivals, Mime brings 18 productions, from nine different countries, to London. Promising to be one of the most electric and exciting line-ups, we’re particularly looking forward to “He Who Falls” at Barbican Theatre which showcases six performers balancing on one another with great strength and grace while the platform below constantly shifts. mimelondon.com

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2 0 - 2 3 Ja n u a r y G re e nwi c h T he a tre livia Hirst is 26 years old and she has the O BRCA 1 gene. This means that she has 40% chance of getting ovarian cancer and 80% chance of getting breast cancer. Opting for surgery, this play sees Hirst consider her death in a frank but light-hearted way. She will not be a cancer survivor but a cancer evader. u Crooms Hill, SE10; greenwichtheatre.org.uk

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NEW YEAR’S DAY PARADE

1 Ja n u a r y S ta r ts a t P i cc a dilly s one of the world’s A greatest parades, you really must head to Westminster this New Year’s Day to see the bright, bold and brilliant array of marching bands, cheerleaders, clowns and acrobats. Taking to the city’s streets in style, 10,000 performers will ensure that this is undoubtedly one of the most exciting and entertaining ways to welcome in the new year. ◆ Westminster to Greenpark; lnydp.com

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14-17 Januar y T hro ughout L on d on ighting up the city, this illuminations festival will L transform London with an array of art installations. In particular, make sure not to miss the “Voyageurs” by Cédric Le Borgne. While some of his human-shaped sculptures sit on rooftops, others are frozen in mid-air flight which suggests a connection between the sky and the ground, between dream and reality. ◆ lumiere-festival.com

Ever thought about what happens to a museum’s collection when it’s not on show? Artist Mark Fairington has. Having spent the last 15 years visiting the unseen storage spaces and making paintings that reflect upon what he has seen, this exhibition rediscovers strange, unexpected objects and tells their stories. 100 London Rd, SE23; horniman.ac.uk

EXHIBITION OF THE MONTH

CHAMPAGNE LIFE F ro m 13 Ja n u a ry S aatc h i G alle r y elebrating the work of women, this is the first all-female exhibition to have ever been staged at the Saatchi Gallery. Providing a rare opportunity to analyse, reflect and decipher what it means to be a female artist working today, this show hopes to expose the glass ceiling that still applies to the art

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world. With a title that suggests high living and glamour, the irony is obviously apparent when you consider the long and lonely hours these women work in the studio. A wonderfully critical exhibition. ◆  Duke Of York’s HQ, SW3; saatchigallery.com

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MADE TO LAST Since taking the reigns of Robert Clergerie in 2011, designer Roland Mouret has brought the French heritage label into a new era, one step at a time Wo r d s S t e p h a n i e K i n g

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’m not a shoe designer, I’m a fashion designer,” decrees Roland Mouret, the lauded creative director of heritage label Robert Clergerie. “But I understand the bigger vision of the brand and that the shoes are meant to be worn with clothes,” he elaborates. Since 2011 Mouret has been at the helm of the luxury brand, turning his hand from apparel to accessories. The 54-year-old Lourdes native first secured his place in the industry designing womenswear under his own name. But when opportunity struck to head Robert Clergerie’s eponymous brand, accepting the new role was a no-brainer: “When you have a company and a designer who has created more than a product [but] a lifestyle of a generation, it’s quite fantastic to work with that kind of legacy.” Mouret clarifies, “I don’t try to be presented like Robert never exists, I try to be presented like the son, the son who follows his Dad but at the same time [as someone who] really believes what I know.” The sale of Robert Clergerie to Hong Kong investors Fung Group could have been fatal for the brand. Yet Mouret’s innovative design eye has renewed Clergerie’s equally savoir faire spirit: “I think because there is something in common about the love of legacy in the product I have and that Robert has taught me, that love to learn, to pass on knowledge and to see the future, [means we] have the same customer who enjoys something that has a meaning in their life.

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It’s quite fantastic TO WORK with that KIND OF LEGACY

“The Robert Clergerie woman? She is someone who loves shoes like her best friends, and that’s why she likes to have a pair of shoes that she can rely on from day to evening, I think that’s what all women have in common when they come to Clergerie.” This manifests in an aesthetic possessing “a sense of duality: male/female; masculine/ feminine; architectural/comfort,” Mouret elucidates, noting the classic Clergerie brogue: “It was the shoe that everybody took inspiration from.” His recent AW15 collection, Mouret says, was “really based on the Seventies,

but the Seventies between the countryside and the city. I’m quite inspired by England and the way you can go from nature to urban and vice versa.” A seemingly abstract concept to capture in shoes, Mouret explains: “It’s really funny, leather and fabric are quite similar. You never know your favourite until you start to build a shoe and see the reality of the leather and the feel: some embody the shape, they give power…it comes alive. We have a lot of patent leather too because it was really part of [Robert’s] culture. But we are really open all the time to newness.” Mouret’s latest initiative for Robert Clergerie is his #ClergerieGirls campaign, which “started from my love of the TV series, Sex and the City. I thought it would be so great on Instagram: girls reacting in different parts of the country, showing themselves as part of a brand but at the same time defining their own identity and competing through social media.” The winner is soon to be announced and will be selected by fans with input from Mouret and Leandra Medine, founder of lifestyle website Man Repeller. At stake is a trip to March’s Paris Fashion Week amongst several other exclusive prizes. After being given direct access to emerging talent and not to mention, receiving the largest portion of entries from the US, Mouret has developed a keen sense of ‘British style.’ He reflects: “You can always find the Brit attitude [from] the way they stand, the way they like to present themselves.” On the application assessmemt, Mouret muses, “It was really weird because

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It’s a symbolic VERSION of what we want THE BRAND to become. some of them put a lot of pictures, they didn’t know what they wanted to do, and others were really focused and you could understand why they were completely in sync with themselves and it was brilliant. This year has also witnessed one of Robert Clergerie’s biggest endeavours: the unveiling of its new retail identity. In celebration of the 120th anniversary of Clergerie’s manufacturer in Romans, the opening of its Walton Street location marks a significant milestone in the label’s history. Mouret describes Vudafieri Saverino Partners’ design as “a symbolic version of what we want the brand to

become, which is a brand with a strong personal identity of Robert, but at the same time giving you what luxury and service is expected… [Robert Clergerie stores] were the trendy place of the Eighties. To revisit that and reposition it… the atmosphere is supposed to be more personal, more close to home from all of the elements – the walls, the floors – but everything has to have that luxury feel.” The Mayfair boutique is the second Robert Clergerie outpost in London, the first being on Marylebone’s Wigmore Street. Irrespective of location, each space reflects the neighbourhood it inhabits while paying homage to its Parisian roots. With 2016 upon us, Mouret’s goals for the label are expectedly lofty, but equally achievable, with the designer’s To Do list including: “Focus on what the brand stands for; moving on with the store and establishing it; and just be relevant. I think to be relevant in the future is the biggest challenge.” While he makes a valid point, judging by Mouret’s past success, it seems he’ll do just fine. ◆

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Tuxedos, statement sleeves and berets are top of our shopping list this month Wo r d s c h a r l o t t e a d s e t t

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anadian by birth, British by choice, designer Thomas Tait recently scooped up 2015's British Fashion Awards Emerging Womenswear Designer for his conceptual ready-to-wear garments. Now 28 years old, the Montreal transplant remains the youngest ever designer to graduate from Central Saint Martins’ prestigious MA Fashion course aged 22. For his final university collection (SS11), he was awarded the 2010 Dorchester Collection Fashion Prize and has since established himself as one of the Noughties’ most innovative creative talents. Tait’s avantgarde pieces earned him 2014's LVMH Young Designer Prize, where he put these winnings to good use in his latest London Fashion Week efforts: The evocative, suspiria inspired AW15 collection was right out of a Dario Argento “disco-horror” film, and his debut SS16 line for Swarovski Collective presented neomod, Courrèges-like looks. Its solar system theme, unusually placed circular cut-outs and grommet ‘cages’ were further examples of Tait’s elegant integration of unexpected materials. With his signature curvilinear aesthetic, London’s irreverent style could not be a better place for Tait to foster his experimental tailoring. Thankfully we only have to wait a few more weeks to see what he does next. ◆ ● T H O M A S TA I T thomastait.com

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Tuxedo Chic Racil

Le Smoking, the iconic tuxedo suit created by Yves Saint Laurent in 1966 remains a groundbreaking classic due to its masculine silhouette. Emerging designer Racil’s debut collection has reinterpreted the trouser suit with luxurious silks from Saville Row and Swarovski stones. Already a hit with the fashion pack, Racil is fast becoming the go-to tailoring label. Available from avenue32.com & farfetch.com

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Gucci

The French beret hat is the ‘It’ accessory that was all over the catwalks. Gucci’s creative director Alessandro Michele styled her ‘Geek Chic’ beret wearing girls with pussybow blouses and clashing prints. Knitted cotton beret £205; mytheresa.com

WINTER WARMERS Wrap up with faux fur and cashmere knits

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OVER THE RAINBOW Anya Hindmarch

If London’s grey skies are getting you down, then the ‘Bathhurst Rainbow’ bag by Anya Hindmarch is sure to cheer you up. Part of the 70’s inspired Resort 2016 collection, the rainbow is a key motif that runs throughout the line to represent ‘carefree happiness’. ‘Bathhurst Rainbow’ calf leather bag £1,295; anyahindmarch.com

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SLEEVE Ellery

Australian label of the moment Ellery is best known for its statement sleeves – be it wide bell shape or ruffles. The current collection was based on David Bowie’s Ziggy Stardust era, apparent in the avantgarde silhouette of the ‘Dolores’ top. £442; matchesfashion.com

MODERN MILITARY

Burberry

The coat trend that never quite goes away, the Military look is back at the top of the hot list this season. This mid length cashmere Officer’s style ticks all the trend boxes and is sure to be a classic staple for years to come. Cashmere blend ‘Officer’ coat £2,695 burberry.com

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01. INVERNI Cashmere bobble hat, £195; avenue32.com 02. CHARLOTTE SIMONE Lambswool 'Candy floss' wrap £350; charlottesimone.com 03. STELLA MCCARTNEY Faux fur mini 'Falabella' bag £660; mytheresa.com 04. CHINTI AND PARKER Cashmere 'Star' sweater £375; chintiandparker.com 05. JIMMY CHOO Metallic leather 'Haze' boots £695; mytheresa.com 06. GRACE & OLIVER Boucle wool 'Florence' coat £600; graceandoliver.london 07. JOHNSTONS OF ELGIN Cashmere reversible cape £895; johnstonscashmere.com 08. ME + EM Merino cashmere jumper £148; meandem.com

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GREY

EXPECTATIONS From soft dove to graphic granite, grey is the new neutral

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ISABEL MARANT ÉTOILE Anthracite Linen Trench Coat £475 PHILLIP LIM Fringed Wool Sleeveless Top £355 PHILLIP LIM Fringed Wool Wrap Trousers £455 All available at avenue32.com

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:OSMAN Jacquard Midi Skirt £725 CARVEN Wool Double Breasted Coat £690 PHILLIP LIM Alpaca Sleeveless Turtleneck £305 All available at avenue32.com

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REJINA PYO Wool Tie-Back Rora Top £540 REJINA PYO Wool Sasha Pencil Skirt £550 VANESSA BRUNO Cotton Pintuck Blouse £275 All available at avenue32.com

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ISA ARFEN Harris Tweed Flares £675 JAMES PERSE Heather Grey Cotton T-Shirt £125 ISABEL MARANTÉTOILE Linen Blend Hali Jacket £290 ISA ARFEN Harris Tweed Top £325 MAKE-UP Emma Broom using Bobbi Brown HAIR Maki Tanaka using Bumble & Bumble FASHION ASSISTANT Ella Cutter EDITORIAL ASSISTANT Felicia Pennant All available at avenue32.com

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FASHION / TRENDS ADIDAS BY STELLA MCCARTNEY 'Barricade' trainers £100; adidas.com

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HOLISTIC SILK Yoga rug mat £160; holisticsilk.com

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CLEAN & B RIGHT Fresh, dewy skin doesn’t come naturally to all, especially after the excesses of Christmas, which is why bareMinerals’ Complexion Rescue is such a lifesaver. Oil-free and with SPF, it’s a 2016 essential. £26; bareminerals.co.uk

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B E AU T Y R e v i e w

A fresh take on beauty for the new year and luscious lacquers to keep your nails in check W o r d s R o m y va n d e n B r o e k e

BLINK BROW BAR Blink’s ‘brow-hab’

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ith brows, potential problems are many. Some suffer from excess, while others contend with a lack. Either way, this is the package for those in need of intervention. Blink is a stylish and convenient stop for a spot of emergency brow maintenance. Brow-hab is a package that focuses on creating sustainable brows by shaping and tinting first – a swift process thanks to some skilful threading, and Blink staff's good eyes

THIS IS A PACKAGE for those in need OF INTERVENTION for picking precisely the right shade – before sending you home armed with products to keep the grooming going. My sparse, pale brows are threaded into shape and tinted just a smidge darker to make them visible but not terrifying, and I am given a bag containing a roll-on nourishing brow oil (apply at night to stimulate growth, apparently) and a pencil in the right shade (Indian Chocolate) with which to fill in the gaps while waiting for regrowth. A week later and my brows still have that just-done look. ◆

Clean Slate Bobbi Brown

Look at things differently with Bobbi Brown’s new eye-opening mascara. Promising to lift each individual lash, it coats them with intense colour and leaves them looking both longer and thicker. bobbibrown.com

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7 of the best

SHINE BRIGHT Burberry

Not available to buy until February, and part of Burberry’s SS16 collection, the white runway palette Ω pictured to the right Ω illuminates and defines the most pallid of complexions for an effortless, pearly glow. £45; burberry.com

NATURAL NAILS

A BED OF ROSES Frédéric Malle

Dans Mon Lit from Frederic Malle does what it says on the tin and leaves your duvet smelling like a bed of roses. The fragrance, filled with floral notes, is guaranteed to leave your room feeling fresh. £80; fredericmalle.com

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Sisley

Sisley are tackling anti-ageing with its new Sisleÿa global L’Intégral Anti-Age face cream, which works to stimulate, regenerate and restructure the skin, all while protecting it from physical signs of behavioural ageing. £330; sisley-paris.com

DEEP SLEEP this works

New from this works, the sleep plus pillow spray promises to soothe restless sleepers into a deep slumber. Containing lavender, the spray has aromatherapeutic powers to help you wake properly refreshed. £25; thisworks.com

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1. BOBBI BROWN, GLITTER NAIL VARNISH IN BALLET PINK, £12.50; bobbibrown.com 2. CHANEL, LE TOP COAT VELVET, £18; selfridges.com 3. LEIGHTON DENNY, BRIEF ENCOUNTER,£11; ld-boutique.com 4. TANYA BURR, PEACHES & CREAM, £5.99; lookfantastic.com 5. EVE SNOW, NUDIST, £14; evesnow.com 6. TOM FORD, MINK BRULE, £27; selfridges.com 7. ESSIE, TYING THE KNOT, £8.95; hqhair.com

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Start the New Year as a

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HEALTH & BEAUTY / PRODUCTS BOBBI BROWN

Rich Colour Gloss, £19; bobbibrown.co.uk

PERRICONE MD

No Lipstick Lipstick, £25; perriconemd.co.uk

MAC

Matte Lip in Steady Going, £15.50; maccosmetics.co.uk

MAC

Pigment Pot in Fuchsia, £16; maccosmetics.co.uk

MAC

Pro Lip Palette in 6 Preferred Pinks, £35; maccosmetics.co.uk

STILA

Stay All Day Liquid Lipstick in Rosa, £16; feelunique.com

STILA

REVLON

Stay All Day Liquid Lipstick in Rosa, £16; feelunique.com

NARS FOR MICHAEL COSTELLO SS16

ColorBurst Matte Balm in Showy, £7.99; boots.com

CLINIQUE

Pop Lip Colour in Papaya Pop, £16; clinique.co.uk

CLARINS

ILLAMASQUA

Lipstick in Immodest Vivid Pink, £19.50; illamasqua.com

LA VIE EN ROSE For a fresh look, add a slick of peach, pastel pink or magenta B y R O M Y VA N D E N B R O E K E

Rouge Eclat in Sweet Rose, £19.50; clarins.co.uk

LIPSTICK QUEEN

Cupid’s Bow in Nymph, £20; spacenk.com

TOM FORD

Lip Colour Shine in Chastity, £38; selfridges.com

NARS

Pure Matte Lipstick in Carthage £20; narscosmetics.co.uk

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CHANEL

Rouge Coco Shine in Liberte, £36; chanel.com

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BE GOOD

We A r e H a n d s o m e January is the month of good intentions. If you find it hard to stick to your healthy resolutions we recommend investing in some cool activewear by We Are Handsome. This way you’ll actually want to go to the gym. hipandhealthy.com

GET FIT ONLINE

Thanks to .com classes there’s no reason why you shouldn’t move a little bit more in 2016 barrecore

veryone - from supermodels and actors to new mothers and personal trainers Ω loves Barrecore. Renowned for giving clients that enviably long and lean ballerina body, you will work your muscles so hard that you’ll shake uncontrollably. Having now launched their online workout library, members will receive unlimited access to videos as well as monthly challenges. Perfect for those who want to work hard but in private. ◆ £25 per month; barrecore.co.uk E

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Fitness

CONFIDENTIAL Get in shape with the top fitness trends, tips and gear Wo r d s e l i z a b e t h h u t t o n

ant to have the same trainer as Tom Ford? With this new online fitness platform, you can. Created by celebrity PT and best-selling fitness author Matt Roberts, you can download classes and tutorials wherever and whenever you want or need to. With exclusive ‘live’ training sessions and nutritional advice from the England rugby team’s nutritional coach you can be sure of a well-rounded health and wellbeing programme. ◆ £15 per month; body.network W

VIRTUOUS

Sweet Virtues

orget overly processed chocolate spread, this one by Sweet Virtues is a super tasty and nutritious treat with chia, cacao and coconut oil so is high in omega, magnesium and ginseng. harveynichols.com F

the tracy anders on method

ive stream the legendary Tracy Anderson straight from LA into your living room and enjoy her classes alongside her American clients. Taking place every Wednesday, you’ll benefit from the real in-class experience and a tutorial from one of Tracy’s favourite trainers. Unedited and real, this is just like taking a class with Tracy in one of her state-of-the-art studios. So now you really can workout like Gwyneth Paltrow and Madonna without having to leave the house. ◆ £60 per month; tracyanderson.com L

Press Pause UsT wo

Using the ancient principles of Tai Chi, this mindfulness app uses touch screen technology to make you focus upon the moment. With calming audio and visuals, stress is proven to decrease dramatically. itunes.apple.com

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S SENIOR MOMENTS Becoming older doesnot have to mean getting less active or more isolated

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eniors is an activity and resource centre for the older people in Lewisham based in a grade II listed building on Stanstead Road. A registered charity, whose official name is Lewisham Elders Resource Centre, it is run by and for people aged 50 and over. Seniors celebrates maturity, working on the concept that older people should be appreciated as valuable assets for the whole of the community. At Seniors, “people are able to make friends and find new avenues of expression,” says its patron, excouncillor and chair for positive aging group, Peggy Fitzsimmons. If it is health and well-being you are looking for in the new year you will be able to choose from the following activities: line dancing, Pilates, tai chi, French, Art, Book Club and much more… The house itself, is undergoing a £1 million refurbishment to make it completely unique and accessible; the charity has raised about half their target

amount already. Soon the upper floor office space will also be home to Care Outlook, a local home care company which supports the excellent work already undertaken at Seniors and will bring considerable extra investment and expertise to provide new services and opportunities. About 300 people use Seniors each month but we would love to see a lot more of you using this fantastic resource. Classes start from just £1.50 and annual membership for the over 60’s costs £20. The charity encourages contributions and runs various fundraising schemes to cover costs. However, money should not be a bar to anyone wishing to use Seniors as a resource. The Phoenix café situated on the ground floor is a cosy and sociable place to meet and is open to the general public from 10am to 3.30pm. ◆

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HEALTH & BEAUTY / BREAK THE HABIT food & drink scan YorkTest Wo r d s c at h e r i n e h a l e s

he first thing that is made clear to me when calling YorkTest Laboratories to enquire about a full Food&DrinkScan (£299) is that this isn’t something to do for fun. No symptoms? Then it's likely you don’t need the test. The second thing I am told (most emphatically) is that this is an intolerance test, not an allergy test. It provides a comprehensive analysis of antibody reactions to 158 foods and drinks and includes a consultation with a nutritional therapist. I have chosen to take the test due to a persistent skin complaint that has recently flared up rather badly. I follow the simple instructions and send my blood sample off to the lab. Awaiting my results, I am terrified that it will be all my favourite foods that are to blame. And sure enough, gluten, eggs and yeast are all culprits, showing reactions on the test. Luckily, I am saved from total despair by the guidebook which accompanies the results (it also comes with a handy food diary) and the consultation a few days later. Fearing that I would never in my life enjoy another club sandwich or glass of Shiraz, I am reassured over the phone that I only need to cut out these foods for three months. YorkTest recommends excluding anything that has caused a reaction, then reintroducing them one by one to see if a more permanent solution is necessary. Having long suspected that bread is not my friend, and now armed with this information, I feel the impetus and motivation to finally make a change. ◆

FRESH START The Healthy Juice Company Wo r d s c at h e r i n e h a l e s

mbarking on a juice cleanse is nothing new. People have either been swearing by them or condemning them for the past five years at least. So, what makes The Healthy Juice Company different? Firstly, it's the quality of the juices. Unpasteurised, these freshly pressed fruit, vegetable and nut milk concoctions are delivered to your door every morning at around 6am in an insulated box and come in stylish glass bottles. That’s the second thing: every part of the packaging is recyclable and The Healthy Juice Company actually collects the bottles from outside your home every evening of the cleanse. There are a range of courses to choose from: beginner, intermediate and advanced and all three options are available for one, three or five days. Being inexperienced in the ways of the juice fast, I chose the beginner option for three days (£255), fearing that any longer would have me hallucinating my colleagues as giant, walking hams.

Day one, I open my front door to find a cardboard box with a handle outside my door. I am running late, so snatch it up and head into work. When I open it I find numbered bottles and a guide of when to drink each one, as well as a small jar of Cleanse Elixir (lemon, ginger, tumeric and linseed). I mix this with hot water and glug it down. The taste is a bit of a shock but I manage and am soon settling down to my first green juice. Despite breaking and having a rice cake around lunch, the juices last and I always have something to sip on. Of the three days, the second is the worst, with real carb cravings kicking in around 3pm. I also find some of the green juices a little intense – the apple, cucumber, aloe vera leaf gel, celery, romaine and spinach takes a few attempts – but the nut milks in particular are delicious. I finish the cleanse with a pep in my step, not a full convert but very pleased with the results. ◆

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0800 074 6185; yorktest.com

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HOLISTIC THERAPY Freeze Time – reverse ageing with Venus Freeze Anti-Ageing Facials. Helpful for skin tightening and wrinkle reduction in the eye area and forehead. “My forehead was smoother, my eyebrows had risen, the skin beneath my eyebrows was tighter making my eyes appear more awake… it was extraordinary. Would I go back? Like a shot!” The Mail reviewer. 20% off all Venus Treatments and Courses in January! 8 Melbourne Grove, East Dulwich, SE22 8QZ 0208 6933773, hb-therapy.co.uk

FRESH START

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DR MAYONI Why not get ‘skinfit’ this year? Make a commitment to your skin and it will love you back! An Obagi Radiance Peel or dermaroller treatment will kickstart your own collagen and tackle skin quality and texture. Add a hardworking Retinol cream and a lovely Vitamin C serum, some Obagi Hydrate Luxe and you are almost ready. Don’t forget to top off all your hard work with a protective layer of Heliocare tinted gel SPF and you’re ready for anything. 07956 517021; clinic@drmayoni.co.uk drmayoni.co.uk

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ROULLIER WHITE Start the new year with a new scent. It may be grey outside but a carefully selected fragrance can enhance your mood, making you feel more cheerful and optimistic. Citrus scents are a known energiser and vanilla is a proven comforter. Pop along to Roullier White where you can choose from over 500 rare fragrances with helpful and knowledgeable experts on hand and often a glass of fizz. 125 Lordship Lane, SE22 8HU, 020 8693 5150 roullierwhite.com

NEROLI

HOUSE OF COLOUR

Start the New Year with a resolution to reveal a New You. If the low temperatures and harsh winds have played havoc with your complexion it could be time to rethink and reset your skincare routine. Throughout January neroli are offering complimentary skincare consultations including a mini facial to help you to address your skincare concerns and reveal that smoother, calmer and more radiant you. 43 Honor Oak Park, SE23 1DZ 020 8699 9496 neroli-skincare.co.uk/promotions

Find out how to create a capsule wardrobe made up of fewer more versatile pieces that you really love to wear. Don’t waste any more time in clothes that don’t do you justice; invest in a confidence that will last a lifetime. Drop me an email and come along to my free open evening ‘How to Create a Capsule Wardrobe’ which will be held upstairs at The Palmerston on Thursday 26 November at 7.30pm. FREE to attend. 020 8299 1117, anna.gryce@houseofcolour.co.uk houseofcolour.co.uk

INTERSPORT It’s so important to get the right type of footwear if you are running or exercising. Getting the right fit for your foot is key as well as making sure to find a shoe to suit your own needs. We pride ourselves on our impartial, expert advice and we have a selection of the best shoes in the market. 134 Herne Hill, SE24 9QL, 020 7326 5050; intersport.co.uk

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BRAINY BREAKFAST Honestly Healthy's Natasha Corrett (daughter of Kelly Hoppen) has introduced an 'intelligent breakfast' menu at Pullman St Pancras hotel, with dishes such as these probiotic-rich green Teff pancakes. Boost your brain power while keeping your new year's resolutions intact. pullmanhotels.com

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What to drink

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CONFIDENTIAL London’s food news and delicious things to see you through January W o r d s R O M Y VA N D E N B R O E K E

A GREAT MATCH Wine & Food Pairings for the Month of January B y J a n e Pa r k i n s o n

SPICED PARSNIP SOUP

talian white grapes work well with vegetable soup and even more so here because this grape, Vermentino – which usually makes Tuscany’s best white wines – is grown and made in California, the warm climate giving it extra flavour. The almond nuttiness pairs the earthy parsnip while the herbal freshness cools the spice. Delicious! Uvaggio Vermentino 2013 £11.95, bbr.com

BEEF WELLINGTON WITH HORSERADISH MASH

e’re spoilt for choice with the range of big and meaty reds that work well with beef wellington, the difference here being the seasonal addition of peppery horseradish, which always loves a red from Portugal’s most famous wine valley, the Douro. The intense fruitcake flavours of spice and fruit marry up the meat and mash a treat. Quinta dos Frades Vinha dos Deuses 2011 £19.35, bottleapostle.com

BLOOD ORANGE TART

his cheeky take on tarte au citron is more wine-friendly than its lemon version, and it’s also a blindingly good match with Cream Sherry (which is something many people might have left over from Christmas). The key flavour in this sweet Sherry is tangy orange rind which, together with its smooth texture melts in the mouth with the tart. Barbadillo Cream Sherry £11.99, selfridges.com

Home Comforts Fa r m D r o p

The future of sustainable food shopping, Farm Drop is an efficient way of eating green. Choose produce from over 70 farmers and local producers and have it delivered to your door in no time, and for no extra charge. farmdrop.co.uk

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FOOD & DRINK / NOTES JA N UA RY cocktail

Created by redemption

STUCK IN A JAM Arabica

Until recently raspberry jam was my choice of conserves, but that was before tasting Arabica’s brilliant strawberry and rosewater jam, which is the perfect combination of sweet, sticky and delicately flavoured. £5; arabicafoodandspice.com

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ZILLI'S BACK Firezza

Aldo Zilli returns to the London scene with a new menu for fabulous pizza service Firezza. The Zill set meal includes two pizzas, lasagne, doughballs, a delicious semifreddo dessert and a bottle of wine, delivered to your door pronto. firezza.com

Beetrootini INGREDIENTS

Home-made beetroot juice Freshly squeezed orange juice lime coconut water ◆

METHOD

Combine the ingredients and shake over ice. 'Spoil yourself without spoiling yourself' is the motto at alcohol-free Redemption, 6 Chepstow Road, W2

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WINE of the month

EASTERN DELIGHTS Simply Chocolate

W o r d s R O M Y VA N D E N B R O E K E

Forget flowers, Danish chocolate advocates, Chokodays, are celebrating every type with its new Simply Chocolate Instead of Flowers boxes, which contain treats such as almond spiked and moca chocolate concoctions. harrods.com

SUGAR AND SPICE Sweet Things

The second outpost of Primrose Hill's Sweet Things has opened in Blenheim Crescent and it claims to be the UK's first cashless cafe. Stop in for crepes, cupcakes and award-winning Brownies. 8 Blenheim Crescent, W11 sweetthings.biz

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f you’re doing dry January, look away now, because this wine may steer you off track. From the Sonoma Coast in California, this 2011 multi-layered wine is bursting with red berry, plum and cranberry notes, complemented by subtle hints of orange zest, anise, cedar and green tea. Wild Ridge have created the perfect Pinot Noir. ◆ I

Wild Ridge Pinot Noir 2011, £34 wildridgevineyards.com

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Green Cuisine Cookshop

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trishna Michelin-starred Indian cuisine in Marylebone Wo r d s r o m y va n d e n b r o e c k e

ichelin-starred Trishna in Marylebone comes from the same family as the brilliant Gymkhana in Mayfair, but specialises in south western coastal cuisine with a contemporary twist. It's easily as good as its elder sibling Tucking into some aloo chat: a potato, masala chickpea and tamarind concoction, drizzled with sweet yoghurt and presented in an edible nest, we are immediately sold. It is sublime – each mouthful a textural treat, with yoghurt adding freshness. Then there's tellicherry squid, which comes with samphire and mango ginger, and Kolhapur Jheenga, a dish of prawns and smoked chilli chutney. For mains we order Jheenga Moilee, a light coconut curry with king prawns and Andhra lamb masala, a dry curry bursting with flavours, plus a Bhatti Ka turkey tikka, with sides of Hyderabad Dal and Palak paneer. The highlight is undoubtedly the lamb, impossibly tender, infused in a rich curry sauce containing cinnamon, ginger and plenty of cumin. On the verge of exploding, my friend we share a dessert, agreeing that we can only stomach a mouthful each. Despite our swollen bellies, we polish off an entire Saeb Ka Murabba (effectivelylly a tarte tatin served with cardamon kulfi). Absolutely amazing. ◆

OXBO Bankside Delicious modern British fare served in stylish surroundings Wo r d s c at h e r i n e h a l e s

he joint venture of architect and interior design practice Dexter Moren Associates and design studio twenty2degrees, OXBO Bankside priotises design. Walking through the The Distillery (the bar adjoining the restaurant), this becomes apparent, with overstuffed green leather sofas, dark parquet flooring and dangling, industrial-style lights setting the tone. Despite having just opened, the space has an ‘old established’ atmosphere and is already bustling with activity. OXBO Bankside itself has a separate character, reminiscent of an exotic hunting lodge, with fantastical beasts mounted on the walls and wood paneling creating an intimate feel. The kitchen opens on to the restaurant floor, giving diners a glimpse of the action. The menu is impressive and a veritable culinary map of Britain, offering Casterbridge rib eye, New Romney lamb and Duart salmon. For our starters, my friend and I choose the spiced Devonshire

beef tartar with nashi pear and red rocket. After the initial (delicious) impact, the subtle sweetness of the pear and savoury tenderness of the beef blend together beautifully but it is the sheer quality of the meat that shines through. My Dorset snails are succulent and tender, with prosciutto and grilled sourdough adding some substance. We are tempted away from the set menu by the chef’s specials. The grilled lobster is delicate and smoky, cooked to perfection and gone too soon. Despite this, I could not help but look with envy at my friend’s juicy Aberdeen Angus sirloin; without a doubt one of the best steaks I’ve tasted in quite some time. We capped things off with a divine raspberry crème brûlée between us (crispy on the top, oh, so creamy in the middle) and final glass of our excellent Pinot Noir. A culinary star is born. ◆

● oxbo ba nkside

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● trishna

5-17 Blanford Street, W1U, 020 7935 5624; trishnalondon.com

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PURE SHORES Pendle Harte discovers luxury and family fun in Forte Village, south Sardinia. Think sun, sand and clear blue seas, all on page 48...

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VILLAGE PEOPLE Crowned the world’s leading resort, Sardinia’s Forte Village is a luxurious utopia where everything is flawless Wo r d s P e n d l e H a r t e

f your idea of being on holiday is not having to do anything resembling a chore or make any decisions more demanding than what to eat next, Forte Village is for you. And if you’re keen to do these things in an environment that’s beautiful and stylish – and especially if you have active, sporty children – then this spot in the south of Sardinia is hard to beat. The statistics on Forte Village are impressive. 15,000 trees; two million plants; 55 acres of lushness; 21 restaurants; over 700 bedrooms; more than 1,500 guests at a time. Named the World’s Leading Resort in the 2014 World Travel Awards, this is a sprawling world of its own, a destination that’s designed for an immersive luxury experience. And absolutely everything at Forte Village is

world class. Its restaurants are run by celebrity chefs – Gordon Ramsay has an outpost here, as does Alfons Schuhbeck, and there’s a Hells Kitchen staffed by winners of the Italian reality TV show. Boutiques on site include Bulgari, Galliano and Missoni and the spa counts as one of the world leaders. Even the children’s football club is a soccer school run by Chelsea Football Club and staffed by world standard coaches. The beaches are among the world’s finest, the pools are impressive; the weather is faultless. Arriving at the main gates, we are swept off in a golf buggy down terracotta-tiled pathways through lush gardens. Our destination is Hotel Castello – a five-star beachfront site and the resort’s only ‘vertical hotel’. Most accommodation here is in villas, small ones for couples and huge ones

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for extended families – but in Castello our family of four is housed in stylish connecting rooms, which as everybody knows is the best way to travel with children. A wall of glass doors leads to a sunny terrace with views of the sea and the rooms are full of luxurious touches and high-tech specs (multiple ipod docks are standard, but here there’s even a charger for my kindle). Bathrooms come with jacuzzis and what can only be described as disco lights in the shower, while nightly turndown brings a pot of chamomile tea and pillow sweets. We are here with our two daughters, aged nine and six, and they are booked into the Superskills Academy, an organisation that is all about paring children with actual sporting Legends

WE ARE swept off in a golf buggy DOWN TERRACOTTA-TILED PATHWAYS through

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(thereby freeing up their parents to lie on the beach in peace, or hit the spa, of which more later). Options span cricket, netball and rugby, with coaches including Will Greenwood, Austin Healey and Philip DeFreitas. The girls are down for netball, which is led by Karen Atkinson from the senior England team, no less. The games are taken seriously and children are required to report at 9am prompt every morning, wearing their kit and ready to work hard. Which, of course, they are all delighted to do, especially since there’s a lot of emphasis on making friends and socializing. This includes the parents; we’re invited for an introductory drink with the Superskills team and throughout the course of the week various planned activities are devised to get the families together. The highlight for our children

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is the final prizegiving ceremony, at which each child is presented with an impressive medal and certificate along with a photo op with the Legends. Forte is a sprawling site, best understood with the help of the fabulous 3D model map found near the main square, and navigated by bicycle. There are several pools, including our favourite, the small diving pool (which at five metres deep keeps us endlessly entertained with touching the bottom) and an entire children’s village with its own pool and special Barbie/Thomas

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world for pre-schoolers (here there’s a crèche too) while at the outer reaches of the resort there’s rumoured to be a go-karting track (this we never visit). Options for dining are many, even before the season is properly underway: there’s a big buffet that serves a huge variety of different dishes every day and which can’t be faulted, but there are also the celebrity chef restaurants and a high class traditional Sardinian option, all of which need to be booked (and paid for) separately to the standard halfboard arrangement. For lunch, there’s a pizzeria on the beach, while breakfast is

a generous affair with lots of fruit, cold cuts, cereals and yoghurt in addition to classic cooked fare. If children come here for the sports academies, adults come here for the spa. This is where the Italian school of thalassotherapy was founded and leading international specialists are based here. Thalassotherapy uses seawater as a cure for virtually all ills and the spa’s stylish wellness circuit takes in six seawater pools at different temperatures and with different salt concentrations, with specific timings for each. It takes over an hour to complete, and starts with a bizarre

Sea views from Hotel Castello

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pool that’s so salty that you’re defying gravity as you float on its surface – and it feels more like bathing in olive oil than anything else – but despite looking like Thames water and tasting unspeakable, it is deeply relaxing and otherworldly. The following pools vary in size and temperature, some of them with strong massage jets and currents, and the final stop is a large relaxation pool. We emerge feeling lighter, faster and happy, my skin soft and glowing. At 40 years old, Forte Village is still leading the way for luxe holidays, though due to local laws it can’t actually expand. Instead, there’s a move towards creating more bigger villas for larger groups, at the expense of some of the smaller accommodations. So organise your extended family and make a booking. ◆ ¢ Forte Village Resort, Sardinia offers a 7 night stay at Hotel Bouganville from £7,699 for a family of four booked through Classic Collection (0800 294 9324; classic-collection. co.uk) based on 2 adults and 2 children sharing a family bungalow on a half-board basis. Price includes return flights from London Gatwick to Cagliari (other UK departure airports & airlines available) and private transfers. Departs 23rd July 2016. fortevillageresort.com superskillsexperiences.co.uk

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he drive up to Lucknam is quite something. At a milelong, the driveway sets the scene for your weekend ahead. The vast grounds (500 acres to be precise) frame the house and, what with the woodland, make it ideal for hacking. The exact history of Lucknam Park is unrecorded, but the ham in the former name ‘Luckenham’ implies it was a Saxon settlement dating from before the Norman invasion in 1066. The hotel is a short drive from the historical city of Bath, so guests can head out to the city, while the rolling countryside can keep it a peaceful escape. Along with beautiful historical rooms, a Michelin-starred restaurant and an award-winning spa, there is a fully-functioning equestrian centre and bikes to take out. ◆

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took my mum away to Lucknam as we both needed a break. As part of the package, I was entitled to a spa treatment which I gave to her instead, opting for the hot stones massage. Afterwards when I quizzed her, her response was nice and vague: “It was the best massage I’ve ever had. Just brilliant!” I dug a little deeper and found out that the massage had been flawless. Hot stones brought a warmth to the masseuse’s movements and healing to my mum’s weary back. Meanwhile, I made the most of the spa facilities, enjoying a long swim in the indoor pool, a steam in the Japanese salt room and sauna, before joining my mum in the brasserie for lunch. ◆

he Park restaurant is a dining destination in its own right. Securing itself a Michelin star in 2006, under the helm of Executive Chef Hywel Jones, the Park restaurant sources all of its ingredients from top local suppliers with the herbs picked fresh from the kitchen garden. I went for fish Ω the braised fillet of turbot with buttered iceberg, Cornish crab, hand-rolled macaroni and Wiltshire truffle butter. My mum tested the restaurant’s skills with her vegetarianism and ordered the rolled lasagna of butternut squash, fondant winter vegetables and tomato chutney. Apparently, it was the “best meal she’s had out in ages.” ◆

THE DAMAGE Lucknam Park Hotel & Spa offers Classic Rooms from £260 per night based on two adults sharing on a room only basis, inclusive of VAT and full use of the spa facilities. One hour Instructional hack is £116 per person. 01225 742 777; lucknampark.co.uk

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HAMMAM AT HOME There are steam showers, and then there are steam showers designed by Philippe Starck. If January is for rest and recuperation, there’s certainly no place more luxurious to wash away the sins than in the ‘St. Trop’, his latest creation for Duravit. The elegant glass design boasts an overhead hand shower and a steam setting, coupled together with a sculptural white stool. This home hammam is hot stuff. £7,294; duravit.co.uk

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Pinch London-based design brand Pinch is bringing a renewed sense of pleasure to routine grooming with its ‘Iona Chevil Mirror’. The fulllength, pivoting elliptical mirror – available in oak with a white oiled finish – features a shaker-style joint and brass rivet detail on one side, supported in an A-frame with a lacquered drawer box below. £2,055; pinchdesign.com

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Raft Furniture For those that like a modern, clean line in their furniture, Raft has developed the Hudson range. A contemporary design but made with traditional high-end workmanship. 52 High Street, Bromley, BR1, 020 8208 7175; raftfurniture.co.uk

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Alessi This iconic 9093 stainless steel kettle by Michael Graves is synonymous with Alessi. To mark its 30th anniversary, Graves has redesigned it, replacing the tweeting bird with a Tyrannosaurus rexshaped whistle. £99.95; alessi.com

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Pillow Talk Rifat Ozbek talks about leaving couture for cushions Wo r d s P e n d l e H a r t e

dmittedly, many people might not want to pay £900 for a cushion. But Yastik, Rifat Ozbek’s Kensington shop dedicated to cushions, is no ordinary soft furnishings store. This white-walled space is a gallery; its cushions the work. The art cushion, in its very limited edition lines, is a highly collectible piece, a world away from the throwaway gift store version. Turkish-born Ozbek hasn’t been making cushions all his life, of course. For 20 years he was at the top of his tree in the fashion world, forming part of the 1980s aesthetic created by a new generation of designers including Betty Jackson, John Galliano and Katherine Hamnett. Crowned British Designer of the year twice – in 1988 and 1992 – he fell out of love with fashion when he ‘felt he’d given as much as [he] could’ (and industry demands kept increasing) so he left couture and moved into cushions in a move that quickly revealed itself to be a very canny one.

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IN FASHION, I ensured THAT THE LINING OF a coat was as IMPORTANT AS THE OUTSIDE and it’s the same with THE BACK of a CUSHION

Because cushions, according to Ozbek, are largely overlooked. Probably because most of them are nasty. ‘My and my partner were looking for cushions when we were decorating our house in Bodrum and we couldn’t find any. There were horrible ones everywhere, filled with polystyrene and with lots of sequins and feathers. But I wanted something that you could put your head on without ending up with scratch marks or bleeding. Something simple that had quality to it.’ So they started making some, filling them with feather, down and a touch of lavender, covering them with beautiful patterned fabrics from Uzbekhistan and paying the attention to detail that he would with his couture lines. ‘The back of the cushion is as important as the front. When I was designing fashion I ensured that the lining of a coat was as important as the outside and it’s the same now. We make sure that you can turn them around and actually use the back of the cushion too.’ The idea originally to do something small and seasonless, an antidote to the relentless new collections required by the fashion industry and the pressure that

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Ozbek came under to produce handbags, shoes and accessories for his label when all he really wanted to do was dresses. But Yastik – named for the Turkish ‘pillow’ – didn’t stay small or seasonless for long. There are now three shops and about 50 outlets around the world, and they produce two collections a year. Designs have become more complex since copies started appearing on markets in Turkey, with intricately stitched patchwork and one-off fabrics. ‘We block fabrics coming in from Uzbhekistan so people can’t copy them.’ Still, it’s not as easy as originally thought. ‘We spend a lot of time matching and contrasting fabrics, and we make about 800 every season,

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with no more than 16 of each style.’ There are no online sales because they simply couldn’t cope with the orders. ‘You’ll never go to someone else’s house and see your cushion there.’ The top-end ones, the £900 lines, are usually unique or a matching pair. ‘People like one-offs,’ says Ozbek.

There’s a theatrical element to the Ozbek’s process and his inspiration is varied – the next collection is inspired by neo-nomads and has a Berber feel. His other current project is the interior design for Robin Birley’s club at 5 Hertford Street, currently in progress – the basement club, Loulou’s, was designed by him a couple of years ago. Birley’s wife Lucy is a long-term friend and client of Ozbek’s. ‘He walked into my flat and immediately asked me to decorate his nightclub. I’m one of those designers who needs a theme – say native American, or Mexican, or Arabian. All my fashion collections used to have one.’ So at Loulou’s, the dancefloor is inspired by a Tibetan temple, the bar by African Art Deco and there’s a room dedicated to Russian set designer Leon Bakst. Minimalism is definitely not Ozbek’s thing. He’s all about bold print and striking combinations. Still, cushions aren’t the final destination for him – they’re likely to become a gateway to interiors. ‘Maybe I’ll start another brand,’ he says breezily. ‘I’ve never been scared. I don’t get stuck and I never feel like I have to do something if I don’t like it.’ So watch this space. ◆ Yastik, 8 Holland Street, W8 yastikbyrifatozbek.com

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ON POINT Add some magic to the last months of winter with help from French kids fashion house Bonpoint. The latest collection marries vibrant colour, rich texture and elegant cuts to enchanting effect. bonpoint.com

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Amaia Kids clothing doesn’t come much cuter than the timeless AW15 collection by independent, awardwinning Chelsea-based brand Amaia. The old fashioned knits are definitely on our wishlist; perfect winter attire. amaiakids.co.uk

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BAGS OF STYLE JEM + BEA

JEM + BEA is a new British luxury baby changing bag brand, launched by childhood friends with design backgrounds. The collection is stylish, yet practical with internal compartments and even a thermoinsulated bottle pocket, but we love the luxe finishes and embossed leather keyrings. Prices start at £79; jemandbea.com

Particular Books, £14.99 cb-smith.com

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¢ This limited edition range from cult French brand émoi émoi include sweatshirts for the kids but also mum and dad. Fashion functionality is key as a parent; luckily with this collection, your style credentials won’t take a hit. ◆ Navy sweatshirt, €45; en.emoi-emoi.com

¢ Increasingly popular in colder months (when blankets won’t cut it), these slumber bags are ethically-sourced using the softest premium cotton, come in four bright colours (as well as a more minimal grey) and a name tag for baby. ◆ £39.95; mybabysnameis.com

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aterstones' Book of the Year 2015 is The Fox and The Star by Coralie Bickford-Smith, a designer at Penguin books. The first book for this London-based author is a beautifully illustrated story about love and loss in a lovely cloth-bound volume and its intricately linked prose and design is inspired by the graphic works of William Morris. When Fox's greatest friend disappears, his search for Star takes him on a journey of grief before he finds his way is lit with hope. ◆

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Finding a tutor for your child can seem as overwhelming as finding the right school. Here are some tips on where to start Wo r d s A M a n d a C o n s ta n c e

Does my child need a tutor? Extra support can be invaluable for a child who needs help academically or has missed school through illness. For international families with children in the British education system, a tutor can be invaluable for getting a pupil’s English up to speed, exam preparation, or making up for differences in the curriculum. Lucy Cawkwell of tutor agency Osborne Cawkwell says: “A tutor who can tell a child what school is like, particularly boarding, will provide emotional support as well as preparing them academically.” At what age should tutoring start? Tutors often prepare children for specific exams: the 7+, the 11+ and the 13+ or Common Entrance. Tutors will also be called on for GCSE, A-Levels (or IB) and Oxbridge examinations. As Charles Bonas, of blue-chip tutor agency Bonas MacFarlane says: “Everybody needs tuition because the schools system is so competitive and tutoring gives you a clear advantage. To get into the top senior and independent schools – particularly in London – gets more difficult every year.” How long before ex ams should tutoring begin? Two years before the 11+ is the ideal. “This makes it a more relaxed process,” says Stephen Spriggs, managing director of William Clarence Education. “It means we have time to cement good learning habits.” As a minimum, tutoring should start no less than six months before the 11+ exams. How do I find a top-notch tutor? Talk to people who have been through the process. Interview owners of several

know you and understand how the whole family is placed. “It is important to get an idea of the personality of the child,” says Stephen Spriggs, “because all too often, even parents will ignore it.” Agencies will devise a bespoke tutoring plan and a shortlist of possible schools. Spriggs says: “ It’s about having a partner in the process. It is not about someone ringing us up and we give them a place at Eton.”

To get into the top SENIOR & INDEPENDENT schools gets more difficult every year top agencies. Question the agencies’ safeguarding protocols. Can you trust them with your child’s education? Ask for parent references and follow them up. Talk money. And meet the tutor without your child. How do I know the tutor will be up to scratch? An agency is as only as good as its tutors. Some will have a relatively small number of professional tutors, some a vast database of contacts, from jobbing Oxford graduates to career tutors. How will they assess my child? All good agencies will want to meet you and your child. They will want to get to

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How do we avoid putting too much pressure on our child? “The key is finding the balance between hothousing and giving support,” says Charles Bonas. “We might start at 5 or 6 to prepare a child for 7+ but often that’s too young, it all depends on the child.” What about online tuition? Online tuition is a booming business and companies vary hugely. There is a big difference between reputable agencies relying on Skype for overseas students and tuition agencies that only exist online. Many are good, some not so; it is a largely unregulated market. The obvious bonus is that it’s much cheaper. Lucy Cawkwell says: “You can’t beat one-to-one teaching but our specialist tutors who teach via Skype are able to engage with the pupil and create that relationship virtually.” Be realistic Don’t push your child towards a school where they won’t make the academic standard. Take advice from your agency. Don’t be attracted by only the starriest schools. “There are so many fantastic ones that are less well-known,” says Charles Bonas. Stephen Spriggs cautions: “Getting your child into a particular school is one thing, them staying there and being happy is another.” u

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MADNESS Absolutely attends a party organized by Gabriella & Octavia Wo r d s P e n d l e H a r t e

ho knows what a Martian walking into the room would conclude about this human ritual. It’s very dark, save for a throbbing green light, and there’s a lot of screaming over a fast bassline. Once their eyes adjusted, the Martian would be able to make out a lot of small shadowy forms hanging onto a rope and pulling with an intensity that borders on the violent, but would notice also that the screams are actually laughter. This is a disco party for a ten year-old child. It’s not a situation that many adults would find appealing but it is a necessary rite of passage in many London circles. At the centre of what is in fact a game of tug-of-war is Gabriella Rankin, managing the situation with the skill of a major league referee and the assurance of a headmistress as well as the boundless charm of a CBeebies presenter. This is a woman who has come a long way since donning a Snow White costume and walking around Portobello handing out business cards. When not on stage (her one-woman show Dumped was a smash hit at this year’s Edinburgh Festival), the

actor-turned-standup comedian runs a successful business in children’s parties. And you can see why she’s good at it. Gabby speaks in a fast, breathless way, energy and enthusiasm radiating from her smile. ‘People love parties,’ she says,

The actor-turnedstandup COMIC RUNS a sideline in children’s PARTIES

and clearly so does she. Though her standup act is definitely not suitable for children, her general manner is very much in tune with the way their minds work. So, she and her team offer a variety of parties designed for London’s well-heeled tots. ‘A lot of our business started out among the Wetherby mums,’ she explains, but these days their services are on

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demand all over London, from Hampstead to Wimbledon and the home counties. Options include the disco party, which – in addition to a high-energy tugof-war and an equally shouty game involving wrapping children, mummy-style, in loo paper – encourages guests to develop their own routines and show them off to each other (yes, even the boys) and compete for an award. Gabriella and her assistant Freddy provide lights, music, sweets, make-up and glow-sticks, and two hours of non-stop fun leave even the least excitable guests pink-faced and starving. But it’s not all about the disco – the company’s party options include the theatrical party (staging an actual production), the treasure hunt (roaming around finding clues), the adventure party and for preschoolers the storybook party and the soft play one. Plus of course they can provide decorations, entertainment, catering, party bags, cake and everything a party needs. With clients ranging from Trotters to Facebook via Candy Crush and Tiffany, these are the only people you need to call next time your offspring are approaching a milestone. u gabriellaandoctavia.com

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We are an established company with professionally trained staff and undertake all aspects of security: locks, safes, gun safes, master key systems, grilles, collapsible and bar gates etc. The Blackheath Locksmiths Ltd strive for customer satisfaction. We only use higher-grade materials, knowing our work will give years of trouble-free use. We undertake all aspects of security - whether you want to completely overhaul your property’s security or improve your existing security measures. We have an extensive workshop and carry a huge amount of stock to cater for all our customers’ requirements.

Please contact us for a free quotation.

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tely at home Our Blackheath branch combines our sales and lettings expertise to provide a complete property service to buyers, sellers, landlords and tenants. With over 35 yearsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; experience in the London property market and more than 50 branches across the Capital, our London-wide network and local expertise means we are perfectly placed to help with all your property needs. Contact us for a free, no obligation valuation and to find out how we can deliver the right result for you.

Particia Irwin-Brown Kelly Durdey Sales 020 3199 9812 Lettings 020 3199 9816 Email blackheath.sales@kfh.co.uk Email blackheath.lettings@kfh.co.uk

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Manor Way, SE3 Prices on Application Leasehold A new build block of eleven high specificaton unique apartments. EPC: C-B

Eliot Place, SE3 £2,000,000 Share of Freehold A simply stunning four bedroom Georgian conversion flat. EPC: E

Blackheath Sales 020 3305 6488

Shooters Hill Road, SE3 £1,950,000 Freehold A beautiful, seven bedroom, semi-detached Victorian family home. EPC: E

Guildford Grove, SE10 £1,2750,000 Freehold A beautifully extended and refurbished four bedroom house. EPC: D

Blackheath Sales 020 3305 6488

Greenwich Sales 020 3092 5899

Ashburnham Place, SE10 £1,100,000 Freehold An immaculate three bedroom house in prime Greenwich. EPC: E

Cavatina Point, Dancers Way, SE10 OIEO £645,000 Leasehold A two bedroom apartment with stunning river views and parking. EPC: B

Greenwich Sales 020 3092 5899

Beyond your expectations www.hamptons.co.uk

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Gladstone House , SE10 £427 per week A modern two bedroom apartment. EPC: D

St Josesphs Vale , SE3 £2,500 pcm A modern four bedroom semi-detached family town house. EPC: C

Greenwich Lettings 020 3302 0718

Blackheath Lettings 020 3302 5508

Tarves Way , SE10 £450 per week A modern two bedroom penthouse apartment with roof terrace EPC: C

Kidbrooke Park Road , SE3 £1,500 pcm A well presented two bedroom conversion flat. EPC: D

Greenwich Lettings 020 3302 0718

Blackheath Lettings 020 3302 5508

Dartmouth Hill, SE10 £575 per week A beautiful recently refurbished four bedroom town house. EPC: C

Wallace Court , SE3 £2,250 pcm A modern three bedroom apartment within Kidbrooke Village. EPC: C

Greenwich Lettings 020 3302 0718

Blackheath Lettings 020 3302 5508

*Tenant Charges Tenants should note that as well as rent, an administration charge of £216 (Inc. VAT) per property and a referencing charge of £54 (Inc. VAT) per person will apply when renting a property. Please ask us for more information about other fees that may apply or visit www.hamptons.co.uk/rent/tenant-charges

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PROPERTY ROUND UP The inside scoop in your area

HEATHFIELD HOUSE, SE3 £2,000,000

HOUSE HUNTING

MOST SATISFYING

I NEVER THOUGHT I’D SEE

The sale of a house which had been in the same family for over one hundred years. It was hugely satisfying to be able to guide the client through the process.

If there is one thing I have learnt over the years, it is to never rule anything out. Whether it’s a house that has been cut in two or finding a well in a basement.

MOST INTERESTING

ELLIOTT J WALKER

Sales Manager

A two storey house which was originally built as a four story mansion. The house had been split in two by feuding brothers many years later. It was full of original features and remains one of the most stunning houses I have seen.

Hamptons

CHESTERFIELD WALK SE10

£1,495,000 njoying a sought-after location next to Greenwich Park, this beautiful two bedroom ground floor flat is set within a Grade II listed building that boasts

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Heathfield House, SE3 £2,000,000. A stunning four bedroom Georgian conversion flat with views directly over the heath. ◆

Hamptons Blackheath, 020 3151 7346 hamptons.co.uk

beautiful architecture and period features. The property features a stunning reception room with an attractive bay window, a stylish kitchen/breakfast room with dining area, and a generous master bedroom overlooking the park. Greenwich station is nearby for local transport links. ◆

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MARKET COMMENT

ESTAS Absolutely sponsor unique agency awards, the ESTAS

Moving house can be one of the most stressful things many of us will ever experience. So finding the right estate or letting agent is incredibly important. That’s why Absolutely is sponsoring the London region of the ESTAS, a unique awards body with shortlisted and winning agents determined purely on ratings from customers. The ESTAS not only give agents the chance to be recognised for their excellent service but also provide valuable feedback that enables firms to review their performance and improve in the future. This year’s best agents will be announced by the country’s favourite property expert Phil Spencer at the 13th annual ESTAS ceremony next April held in Grosvenor House. u

WINNING AGENTS ARE DETERMINED PURELY ON CUSTOMER RATINGS

To find out more about The ESTAS and how your firm can get involved go to theestas.com

LUXE LETTING

GREENWICH PARK STREET  SE10

£3,500 PCM

his beautifully finished contemporary four bedroom period house is in the prestigious Greenwich Park Street just a stone’s throw away from Royal Greenwich Park and a short walk to Maze Hill mainline station. The accommodation

comprises an entrance hall, spacious reception room with feature fireplace and wooden floor, a modern integrated kitchen open plan to dining area with bookshelves. The property boasts a separate utility room, modern family bathroom with bath and shower, four large double bedrooms and a further ensuite shower room. The second floor terrace has fantastic far reaching Greenwich views. u

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JUST SOLD

FOYLE ROAD  SE3

he most recent and incredibly rewarding transaction that stands out to me was selling a seven bedroom, three reception room house in Blackheath for a vendor who had moved there when she was twenty-four. She had moved in with her husband’s parents and got married there. Now aged 85, the vendor has never bought or sold a property and sadly lost her husband at the beginning of the year. As she never had children of her own, she really wanted the

property to go to a family. We found the perfect buyers, a local family with children, and they moved in two weeks ago. My vendor was then able to move into her dream home in Chislehurst. Now that is job satisfaction. ◆

TIM HOWELLS Assistant Branch Manager

JLL in Blackheath

reenwich and Blackheath has experienced a somewhat turbulent year in the sales market following the first bout of stamp duty reforms in December 2014. This had a mixed impact on the market; we came into 2015 with the uncertainty of a General Election, followed by the usual quietness of the summer season. An autumn spike followed, culminating in the announcement of further stamp duty changes, which could have major consequences on the housing market in London in 2016. The additional 3% taxation of second home and buy-tolet properties comes into play in April 2016, and is likely to act as a coolant in the London market. However, despite all this, we still saw a 10% increase in property prices in the local area over the last year and anticipate that 2016 will bring much of the same for the property market. u

2016 WILL BRING MUCH OF THE SAME FOR THE PROPERTY MARKET

Patricia Irwin-Brown

JLL

Sales Manager KFH, Blackheath 020 3792 4584; kfh.co.uk

Blackheath 020 8852 8383 jll.co.uk

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Chislehurst BR7

£1,295,000 F/H

A stunning Victorian five double bedroom house ideally located for Chislehurst Station. With high ceilings and period features, three reception rooms, three bathrooms and a wonderful kitchen/dining room. Practical garden and patio plus double garage.

Contact Chislehurst 020 8295 4900

West Wickham BR4

£850,000 F/H

A truly unique, stunning three double bedroom detached three hundred year old cottage, situated in arguably one of the best locations in West Wickham. • Original Flooring • Large Cellar

• Fabulous Gardens • Energy Efficiency Rating E

Contact West Wickham 020 8432 7373

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Victorian House Double Garage Period Features Energy Efficiency Rating E

Beckenham BR3

£1,250,000 F/H

Imposing six bedroom semi-detached home located on a popular cul-de-sac in central Beckenham, brimming with Victorian features. • Six Bedrooms • Two Reception Rooms

• Excellent Location • Energy Efficiency Rating D

Contact Beckenham 020 8663 4433

The Acorn Group, incorporating:

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Chelsfield Park BR6

£2,495,000 F/H

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High Leigh is a beautiful recently completed six bedroom home situated in one of Kent’s most prestigious estates, ‘Chelsfield Park’. Although the location has a feeling of being semi-rural it is within access of the A21 and M25.

Contact Locksbottom 01689 882 988

Bromley BR1

£950,000 F/H

Offered chain free and comprising over 2,500 sqft of accommodation is this charming five bedroom detached family home. • Five Bedrooms • Two Reception Rooms

Contact Bromley 020 8315 5544

• Stunning Secluded Garden • Energy Efficiency Rating E

Chislehurst 020 8295 4900 Locksbottom 01689 882 988

Orpington 01689 661 400 West Wickham 020 8432 7373

Six Bedroom Suites Four Reception Rooms Large Imposing Plot Energy Efficiency Rating B

Shoreham TN14

£1,650,000 F/H

Wonderful family home set amidst delightful gardens with an adjoining meadow and almost three acres of secluded level gardens and park like grounds. • Six Bedrooms • Detached Residence

• Three Reception Rooms • Energy Efficiency Rating E

Contact Orpington 01689 661 400

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Foxes Dale, Blackheath SE3 Price £1,850,000 Freehold Impressive, extended and refurbished to a high standard, is this 1930s detached family house on a prime residential road on Blackheath’s private Cator Estate.

› Four bedrooms › Three receptions › Three bathrooms › EPC rating: F

Contact Blackheath Village on 020 8318 1311

Our brand new East Greenwich office is opening 9th January!

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West Grove, West Greenwich SE10 Guide Price £675,000 Share of Freehold Occupying the top floor of an impressive Grade II listed Georgian period house c. 1750, this conversion flat has panoramic views across Blackheath and London.

› Two bedrooms › One reception › One bathroom › EPC rating: E

Contact West Greenwich on 020 8858 9911

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Blackheath Village Blackheath Standard Greenwich (West) Greenwich (East) Lee

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NIGEL LEWIS

PRICE BANDS London’s astonishing new average house price

just after crossing the Thames, you have seen the Westmoreland Triangle. It’s a local term for the handful of streets at the south side of the bewildering grid of roads that make up Pimlico. This flat is on Westmoreland Terrace, where The Beatles’ manager Brian Epstein is said to have had his first LSD trip.

APARTMENT OVERLOOKING THE RIVER

PRICE: £500,000 LOCATION: Kingston-upon-Thames WHAT YOU GET FOR YOUR MONEY: Two bedroom

n London's property market, an extraordinary milestone has been reached. It’s one that speaks volumes about how unusual it is. The capital now has an official average house price of just over £500,000 following the latest House Price Index published by the Land Registry. Such figures generally prompt aghast bewilderment outside the capital. For example, in the UK’s second city, Birmingham, the average house price is just £121,700 and the national average is £186,350. But despite London pulling away so fast from the rest of the country, what does £500,000 buy you in London? Here we explore the different, and sometimes astonishing, properties it can secure.

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PRICE: £500,000 LOCATION: St Johns, SE8 WHAT YOU GET FOR YOUR MONEY: Three bedroom

PRICE: £500,000 LOCATION: Pimlico borders WHAT YOU GET FOR YOUR MONEY: One bedroom

ABOVE

basement flat with a patio garden. f you’ve ever sat on the right hand side of the train I chugging into Victoria, then

ELVERSON ROAD, SE8

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LEFT BELOW WESTMORELAND TERRACE, SW1V

Victorian terrace. o can you buy a family home with a garden within S striking distance of central London? This Victorian semi could do with an upgrade, but St Johns has been undergoing gradual gentrification since the arrival of the DLR in 1999.

PENTHOUSE FLAT

PRICE: £500,000 LOCATION: Upper Tulse Hill, SW2 WHAT YOU GET FOR YOUR MONEY: Two bedroom

apartment covering entire top floor of a Georgian mansion. his property was once the London home of Lord T Mountbatten. It is half way between Brixton and Tulse Hill but not near any train or tube stations, which probably explains the price. Because the property is on the heights of Tulse Hill the apartment offers amazing views.

DETACHED HOUSE

PRICE: £500,000 LOCATION: Blackheath, SE3 WHAT YOU GET FOR YOUR MONEY: One bedroom

THE CAPITAL NOW HAS AN OFFICIAL AVERAGE HOUSE PRICE OF JUST OVER £500,000

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apartment overlooking the Thames at Kingston Bridge. his apartment may be modest but it’s good value T for money if you want Thames views. A similar flat down the river at Battersea, for example, can cost £200,000 more.

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0208 297 1812

BRIGHTFIELD ROAD SE12

FOXWOOD ROAD SE3

£1,850pcm | 3 Bedrooms, Unfurnished

£1,725 PCM | 3 Bedrooms, Unfurnished

Refurbished and modernised 3 bedroom house situated conveniently for Lee or Blackheath stations and in lovely residential location. Comprising 3 double bedrooms, large through lounge, extended fully fitted and equipped kitchen/ breakfast room, modern bathroom with separate shower cubicle. Double glazing, fresh neutral décor, private garden.

A 3 bedroom town house situated just a few minutes walk from Blacheath village and train station. Refurbished a short while ago the accommodation comprises 3 bedrooms, good size lounge, modern kitchen / breakfast room, bathroom w/c. The property benefits from neutral décor, gas central heating, double glazing, private garden, off street parking and integral garage.

Oliver Field Associates is a leading, independent, professional letting agents in Blackheath Village. The company was formed in 1989 and as such is one of the most well established agents in the area. Our residential lettings service is renowned for its professionalism and attention to detail, always acting in the best interests of the landlord and tenant alike. Offering informed, honest and impartial advice in all aspects of lettings, including a finding tenant only and full management service. If you are thinking of letting your property in Blackheath, Greenwich or the surrounding areas contact a member of our team of experienced property professionals to help you.

FREE VALUATIONS AND NO LET - NO FEE. APPLICANTS CURRENTLY SEEKING 1, 2 & 3 BED PROPERTIES. OUR OFFICES ARE OPEN MONDAY TO FRIDAY 9.30AM TO 6PM AND SATURDAY 10AM TO 5PM OR FIND US ON THE WEB AT RIGHTMOVE, ZOOPLA OR OLIVERFIELD.CO.UK

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IN THEIR OWN

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NATASHA OSUNDE Associate Director Pedder, Sydenham Photography

R E B ECCA N O O N A N

aving grown up in South London, I have a natural passion and affiliation for the area. I attended Virgo Fidelis Junior School for seven years and then Sydenham High School for a further five years so you could say I was “born and bred” in the area. That said, having a Scandinavian mother meant that we spent a lot of our holidays in Copenhagen riding bicycles, the traditional and obligatory trip to Legoland and Tivoli Gardens and eating more hotdogs than I care to remember. But there is something magnetic about London which meant we always came back home, which at the time was on a road just off Gipsy Hill. This is when I was first aware of the history surrounding us; our road was a small cul de sac with a green area in the centre which I later learnt is the last part of the Upper North Wood. Fast forward a few

I HAVE FOUND IT MORE EXHILARATING EXPERIENCING THE REGENERATION OF SYDENHAM

years, I "cut my teeth" in property in Earlsfield where I worked for five years and then a further two years in Battersea as a Sales Manager. I enjoyed this role, but I have to say, I have found it more exhilarating, experiencing the regeneration of Sydenham and Penge. Maybe because I partly feel an allegiance to the area and it feels more personal. Five years ago, I started working in Crystal Palace when Alex Pedder said “we may be opening an office in Sydenham soon”. Six weeks later I was opening the doors to our Sydenham office and I couldn’t have hoped for anything better. I love our location in the heart of the area, I have an energetic and

established team and it’s so close to home it almost doesn’t feel like work. Aside from the wonderful and noticeable improvements on our high street from the pop up shops, the regeneration of Bell Green, charming cafés and the long awaited reinstatement of the Greyhound pub, our community is quite special. There are organised events throughout the year which everybody gets involved in including a two week arts festival, Halloween trail, a monthly artisan market just outside our office on Venner Square and superb theatre productions in the Bridge House pub in Penge. Throughout the year the area is buzzing with creativity, and yet despite all of the above, we fully expect that there is more to come with new and exciting ventures being proposed. It’s not difficult to see why people are choosing to live here, with great transport links into London Bridge and Victoria, parks galore including Crystal Palace Park and some great schools. ◆

PEDDER / 020 8659 0220 / pedderproperty.com

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PROPERTY / ADVICE ASK THE EXPERT

SAYRHA ELAHI From Colman Coyle gives her expert advice on all your legal property questions Q

I AM THINKING OF BUYING A FLAT BUT THE LEASE TERM IS 75 YEARS AND WILL NEED TO BE EXTENDED. I UNDERSTAND THAT I HAVE TO OWN THE FLAT FOR TWO YEARS BEFORE I CAN APPLY FOR A LEASE TERM EXTENSION. IS THERE ANYTHING I SHOULD BE AWARE OF BEFORE I COMMIT MYSELF TO THE PURCHASE?

nder the Leasehold Reform, Housing and Urban Development Act 1993 (the 1993 Act) you will qualify to extend your lease once you have owned your flat for two years. It is possible however, for you to acquire a lease term extension sooner. If the seller has owned the flat for two years then they could serve a section 42 notice under the 1993 Act which will activate the claim. The seller will then assign the benefit of the notice to you with the effect that on completion you will step into the seller’s shoes and continue the process. The assignment of the notice and lease have to occur simultaneously.

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The advantage of this is that you will not have to wait a further two years to extend the lease, in which time the premium payable to the landlord to extend the lease is likely to rise. Note, in addition to the premium, you will also be liable for the landlord’s reasonable legal and valuation costs going forward. Of course you could also agree to extend the lease and negotiate with the landlord on an informal basis. This could take place before or after your purchase. Neither party is obliged or bound if you decide to take this option, however the landlord could decide not to engage in informal negotiations with you at all and instead insist that a formal notice is served. u

Contact Property Solicitor Sayrha Elahi with no obligation on 020 7354 3000 or email Sayrha.elahi@colmancoyle.com

80 Upper Street, Islington, N1; colmancoyle.com

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A BEAUTIFULLY LANDSCAPED, GATED COMMUNITY IN THE HEART OF HAYES A luxuriously classic lifestyle awaits you at London Square Hayes, BR2. In a gated, fully landscaped setting, fifteen elegant houses offer a choice of 3, 4 or 5 bedrooms. The centrepiece of this quiet oasis is Belgrave House, a beautifully restored, Grade II listed country house with eight stunning 2 bedroom apartments. With excellent local shops and amenities, and a choice of fast transport links to the City and beyond, this could be your perfect place to live.

2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS FROM £550,00 LUXURIOUS 3, 4 & 5 BEDROOM HOMES FROM £850,000 THE LONDON SQUARE SALES SUITE AND SHOW HOME OPEN DAILY.

TO ARRANGE YOUR VIEWING APPOINTMENT call 0333 666 2636

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FAMOUS PLACES

London hides a plethora of celebrity homes. These are the most recent to come on the market

WHERE LENNON PENNED SOME OF THE BEATLES’ BEST KNOWN WORK moved her family to LA. It’s now on the market for £11.5m. u Ian Green Residential 020 7586 1000; iangreenresidential.com

LENNON’S SONG WRITING RETREAT

uring the late 1960s this respectable family home was home to John Lennon, wife Cynthia and son Julian, where Lennon penned some of the Beatles’ best known work, including much of the Sgt. Pepper album. Lennon had a room at the top of the house where he kept most of his musical equipment, writing and recording on tape recorders. The cover photograph for Rubber Soul was taken here, and Lennon parked his garishly decorated Rolls-Royce in the drive. The house, which is in Weybridge, Surrey, cost the singer £20,000 in July 1964, but he’d sold it by 1968 after starting a relationship with Yoko Ono. Set over 1.5 acres with large gardens and new indoor swimming pool complex, it’s on the market for £10.5m. u Knight Frank 020 7861 1378; knightfrank.co.uk

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DRAMATIC ADDRESS FOR RICHARD E GRANT

ichard E Grant is currently making headlines in the gory version of Jekyll and Hyde on ITV. Some viewers recoiled when a half-man, half-dog monster was shot by members of a shadowy organisation led by his characters, Bulstrode, with characteristic comic relief and a hint of menace. Grant’s most famous turn was as a failed actor in Withnail & I, but he also won good reviews for his role as a grieving widow in in the 1995 film, Jack & Sarah. This was Jack’s house in the romcom: a grade II-listed four bedroom house in Holland Park with views over a communal garden and St James’s Church. The terraced property, which has been in the same family for 58 years, comprises three bathrooms, two studies, and two cloakrooms, which are in need of updating, according to agent Savills. It also has a lift shaft and front basement access that would need to be removed within three months of moving in. It’s on the market for £5.25m. u Savills 020 7727 5750; savills.com

alongside Des O’Connor and reportedly had an affair with Marlon Brando when she was 15 and he was 29. She and sister Joan started appearing in British B movies, but Collins largely gave up acting in the 1960s. The novelist, who died of breast cancer in September aged 77, sold more than 500 million copies in 40 countries with her tales of the rich and famous, in a career spanning four decades. This tasteful five-bedroom property in St John’s Wood was her home in the 1980s with second husband, gallery and nightclub owner Oscar Lerman, before she

HOME TO THE ‘QUEEN OF STEAM’

uthor Jackie Collins had a private life almost as colourful as some of the characters in her raunchy novels. As a young stage singer she appeared

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£10.5 Million

£11.5 Million

WHERE MANY OF THE 007 BOOKS WERE WRITTEN BY IAN FLEMING

WHERE VICTORIA BECKHAM DESIGNED

ictoria Beckham was recently named the UK’s top entrepreneur by a magazine that praised her “finelytuned business acumen” for running her eponymous fashion brand, which now turns over millions each year. While she opened her flagship store in London last year, her former design studio has been converted into two luxury apartments. The three-bedroom flats are on the first floor of a former industrial warehouse in Ransome’s Dock in London’s Battersea, and one’s now up for grabs at £3.5m.

Right next to fellow Brit designer Vivienne Westwood’s fashion house, the 2,000 sq ft flat has been renovated with no expense spared. It comes with upmarket furniture, a customised Italian kitchen, a large living space with polished concrete floors and wooden panelling. u Douglas and Gordon 020 7720 8077; douglasandgordon.com

THE BLOCK WHERE FLEMING CREATED BOND s the nation, and world, crams into cinemas to watch Spectre, so a flat is for sale in the block where many of the 007 books were written by Ian Fleming. He wrote the first book, Casino Royale, while living in this imposing building on Cheyne Walk in the early 1950s.

£6.459 Million

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£3.5 Million

The writer is said to have begun writing to distract himself from his forthcoming wedding, and the property is nicknamed Writer’s Block because of the many famous authors who’ve lived in Carlyle Mansions. As well as Fleming, other literary luminaries include Henry James, T. S. Eliot and W. Somerset Maugham, who spied for Britain during the First World War. This top floor flat in a Victorian portered block has been designed and kitted out by Fiona BarrattCampbell who currently owns it, along with husband, former England and Arsenal player Sol Campbell. It has four bedrooms and three bathrooms, great views over the Thames, and is on the market for £6.495m. u Strutt & Parker 020 3553 7978; struttandparker.com

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AT THE TOP

Nigel Lewis pays a visit to London’s extraordinary and unashamedly expensive central lettings market ABOVE

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THE REGENT, HALLAM STREET, W1W; £6,500 PER WEEK

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t’s not unusual to hear estate agents say that after New York, London is one of the costliest places on the planet to rent a home. This will not surprise most Londoners, many of whom already pay an average weekly rental of £340. But what many won’t realise is that rents in central London have soared in recent years, so much so that some properties in Mayfair and Knightsbridge are now rented for up to 100 times the London average. “To rent a large house in Knightsbridge, Belgravia or Mayfair can cost up to £30,000 a week, and for short lets this figure can

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CUMBERLAND TERRACE, NW1; £2,250 PER WEEK

hit £40,000 for the largest six or seven bedroom houses with a gym, pool and off-street parking,” says Nicole Ratzker of lettings agent Aston Chase. “There was a house on Brick Street in Mayfair recently that rented for £25,000 a week, but there aren’t that many properties in the area which can command that sort of money; our average is around £2,000 a week. “Homes to rent for up to £5,000 are usually corporate lets; over £5,000 and the renters become more independently wealthy, for example, Russian and Middle Eastern families.” What does the market expect for £30,000 a week? In the

BELOW CADOGAN SQUARE, SW1X; £4,500 PER WEEK

most expensive areas, Mayfair and Marylebone, you’ll get a house with a swimming pool, a gym, at least six or seven bedrooms, underground or off-street parking and a size of approximately 10,000 sq ft. But despite being a preferred place to live for millionaires and billionaires, “The prime central London rental market is intrinsically linked to the recruitment policies and relocation plans of these large corporate entities in the city,” says Peter Hermon-Taylor of lettings agent Maskells. “Overall, both demand for properties and prices dipped in the second half of 2015. There’s a lot of nervousness within banks about the economy and we’ve seen the banks scaling back spending plans, recruitment and therefore relocation. Because it’s such a wealthy group of people who will only live in a handful of London’s postcodes, according to Nicole it’s “never going to be the same as the normal market.” It is not difficult to see, therefore, why London has won its reputation for high rental prices among the world’s wealthy business people. But, apparently this is the price they have to pay to live in a global hub for the banking and IT industries. ◆

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£6,000 per calendar month Unfurnished For more information, call Sarah Kyriakides 020 3813 4650 or email sarah.kyriakides@eu.jll.com

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