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27 HIGHLAND FLING
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10 WHAT’S ON
Diary dates for October
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GO WEST
Autumn is all about tartan
H E A LT H & B E AU T Y
30 BEAUTY CONFIDENTIAL
Meeting Dominic West at home in Shepherds Bush to discuss Dory, Elba and The Affair
The month's best beauty buys
33 THE LIST
Our round-up of essential products for autumn
fa s h i o n
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FASHION CONFIDENTIAL
Food & Drink
This month’s hottest trends and products
36 KITCHEN CONFIDENTIAL
20 THE SHOOT
Tasty happenings from the local area
Think 1970s gothic bohemia and romance
39 REVIEWS
We sample the fare at Blanchette East & Ostuni in Highgate Village
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BOHEMIAN STYLE IS BACK FOR AUTUMN
FINE AFFAIR
DOMINIC WEST'S JUICIEST ROLE YET
WEST IS BEST
DOMINIC ON THE GOLDEN AGE OF TV
DOMINIC WEST
HIPPY CHIC
BOHEMIAN LIKE YOU
FROM THE AFFAIR TO FINDING DORY
THINK SUEDE, VELVET AND PATTERNS FOR FALL
THROWBACK TO SEVENTIES STYLE
FRIEZE FRAME
SHOW TIME
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM THE ART FAIR
TOUCH OF CLASS
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54 INTERIOR INSPIRATIONS
10 of the best tiles, the brand new Barbican Shop and fresh flowers delivered to your door
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58 SHOW TIME
A preview of everything to expect at this year’s Frieze London in Regent’s Park
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SITTING PRETTY
Playful new pieces
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74 PROPERTY NEWS News and views on the area
84 FAMOUS PLACES
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t’s finally time to ditch floaty dresses for cozy jumpers, sandals for boots and beautiful bare legs for warm woollen tights. And secretly, I’m glad. Don’t misunderstand, I love a warm summer’s day spent sprawled on Clapham Common as much as the next Londoner but there’s something comforting about waking up on a crisp cold morning and donning your winter coat (or even, perhaps buying a new one?). With this in mind, our fashion editor Charlotte Adsett has turned her attention to Highland inspired style, with autumnal tweeds, checks and tartans taking centre stage on page 27. If you’re looking for the beauty buys to match, turn to page 33 for our definitive list of the ultimate autumn cosmetics.
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This month’s culture section features an interview with the fascinating Dominic West. Despite achieving great fame at the beginning of the television renaissance with his star turn in The Wire, West still lives with his family in a cozy house in Shepherd’s Bush, eschewing glamour for home comforts. Find out about his two latest (and vastly different) projects, Finding Dory and The Affair on page 12. We also have a preview of the capital’s most prestigious art fair; find out everything you need to know about Frieze 2016 on page 58. I hope you enjoy the issue! u
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THE MIND BODY SOUL EXPERIENCE 2 1 s t - 2 3 rd O c t o b e r Al exa ndra Pa l a c e aw foods, spiritual crystals, yoga and R psychic mediums- if you’re interested in the increasingly popular spiritual and healthy lifestyle, this 3 day event is worth visiting. With classes, stalls, talks and workshops, it will leave you feeling ‘zen’ in no time. ◆ Alexandra Palace, N22; alexandrapalace.com
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Fro m 2 0 t h O c t o b e r T he C o u r ta u l d G a ll e r y his is the first major T exhibition to explore Rodin’s fascination with bodies in dance and acrobatics. His small-scale terracotta and plaster sculptures explore the natural form of the human anatomy. Created late in his career, these were previously only shown to his close circle of friends. ◆ Strand, WC2R; courtauld.ac.uk
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26 t h O c t o b e r JW 3 ver wanted to be part of E a book club? Join JW3 and culture maven Irene Newton for a series of discussions on classic and contemporary novels. The series promises to be enriching, lively and thought-provoking. Step into Imperial Russia this month with Leo Tolstoy's tragic romance, the classic Anna Karenina. ◆ 341-351 Finchley Road, NW3;
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Based on the late 19th century travelling show, this familyfriendly extravaganza entertains with comedy, music, dance, cabaret and acrobatics. Kicking off the festival is a cabaret show led by Las Vegas veteran ‘Marlene’ with her Variety Pack. Get involved with a swing class for beginners and the free lunchtime workshops catered for children.
3rd-9th O ctober O ld S p italf iel d s Ma rk e t or its seventh year, London F Cocktail Week is back to celebrate all things mixology. Taking place in Shoreditch, the Cocktail Village features over 40 pop-up bars and £5 cocktails from 200 of London’s best bars. The weeklong party festival features workshops, as well as showcases by Tia Maria and Bacardi. The £10 Festival Pass gets you a wristband and full access to the promotions and festivities. ◆ 109 Commercial Street, E1;
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DETOX 1 st O cto b er Rich Mix n this intense and dark piece, Pagrav Dance Company have created a visual spectacle using Indian Kathak dancing to traverse the thematic of ‘Detoxification’. Inspired by Lao Tzo's words 'When I let go of myself, I become what I might be', the group dance
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piece pushes boundaries of the traditional dance form. Creative director, Urja Desai Thakore, poses the question, can we ever truly shake off excess and consumerism? ◆ 35-47 Bethnal Green Road, E1; richmix.org.uk
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GO WEST Dominic West shares his joy at being a father, his heartache at Brexit and explains why his latest film, Finding Dory, will make your day I n t e r v i e w K a r e n A n n e Ov e rto n
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t would appear that Dominic West has mellowed somewhat since his days playing bluecollar Baltimore cop Jimmy McNulty in hit HBO drama The Wire. Having garnered quite the reputation as a ladies’ man, the ruggedly handsome actor has shed his lothario image and is now very much settled down with his wife, landscape gardener Catherine Fitzgerald and their three children, Dora, 10, Senan, 8, and Francis, 7. The family lives in a threestorey 19th century house in Shepherds Bush, which the couple converted from flats back into a singular family home and filled with art and ornaments, books and trinkets from their travels and bright textiles, creating an air of sophisticated bohemia.
With Ruth Wilson in The Affair
Having embraced his role as a handson family man, West was understandably delighted when he got the call asking him to voice a lazy sea lion in Finding Dory, the follow up to Disney Pixar’s animated monster-hit Finding Nemo and admits that a huge part of taking the role was to impress his children, who reacted gleefully: “Jaws, floor, game over. Yeah, I've been dining off this for a long time, bragging about it to all the other parents for two years. They all hate me,” jokes the actor. The film is set one year after the 2003 original and finds our finned friends – Nemo, his father Marlin and of course, Dory (voiced by Ellen DeGeneres) - living peacefully in the reef. One day, amnesiac Dory has a flashback from her childhood and decides to track down her parents who lived at the Jewel of Morro Bay in
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California, leading the trio on another madcap adventure where they encounter dangerous giant squids, a seven legged octopus and a confused beluga whale who is unable to echolocate. West plays Rudder, one of two cockney sea lions who are tasked with helping our aquatic heroes, alongside none other than his Wire co-star Idris Elba, who plays Fluke. It is the first time the pair have worked together since their days as nemeses on the mean streets of Baltimore, resulting in plenty of playful banter and improvisation in the recording studio. Elba said all he needed to hear was 'sea lion, Dory, Dominic West,' and he was sold, with West agreeing it was a ‘no-brainer’. “I hadn't seen Idris for a long time and the idea of us being in a scene together was great because we actually didn't share too many scenes together in The Wire. We were more antagonists, always plotting, so that was nice – and I was very keen to see him again.” It was actually Dory’s voice star, Ellen DeGeneres, who helped the sequel come about, having campaigned tirelessly since the original. She has said that this is a film that the world needs right now; that Dory’s positivity is something we can harness to guide us through these difficult times. West, having confessed to feeling a ‘sadness’ and ‘change in the air in London’ since the Brexit vote, wholeheartedly agrees: “I woke up the other day and thought, 'Oh great, I'm going to see Finding Dory for the first time with my kids and I couldn't be more excited.' It's the perfect kind of film to get you out of whatever blues you're going through.” Many people think of West as the stereotypical Old Etonian, but the 46-yearold was actually born in Sheffield and is one of seven siblings in a close-knit Catholic family. His father owned a plastic
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factory and its success afforded his son’s illustrious education. Recently, West told the Radio Times that being sent to Eton was ‘the worst feeling’ he’d ever had, even comparing it to the grief he felt when his parents died. He does however credit the experience with helping him become the great actor he is today, saying: “I learned to bury the emotional effects of that and then I went to drama school and had to dig it all up again." But academic credentials don’t always lead to instant success and West’s career has been hard won. After graduating from the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in 1995 there were seven years of bit-parts in films (he played a palace Guard in Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace) and small TV roles before landing the job that changed his life in The Wire. Critics and viewers alike were blown away by the gritty and multi-faceted drama which highlighted the many ramifications of the illegal drug trade in America, and were wowed by West and Elba, who played arrogant detective McNulty and drug kingpin Stringer Bell respectively, finding their accents and swagger to be so convincing that people found it hard to believe that the pair were from the UK and not born and bred in Baltimore.
in Showtime drama The Affair, which will air its third series in November. Exploring the emotional effects and fallout of an extramarital relationship between Solloway and Alison Lockhart (Ruth Wilson) after they meet in the resort town of Montauk in Long Island, the show has proved to be emotional, steamy and immensely popular, earning West a certain breed of fan. “I'm getting recognized a lot more, little side-glances. And it's happening in the strangest places. I went to a football camp with my sons during the summer and kept getting all these looks from the mums. You know those, trying to catch your eye and holding
it a little too long. And you have an idea what they're thinking,” he says with a laugh. For his wife this perhaps, isn’t so entertaining, especially after West was reported as saying that Fitzgerald hadn’t watched the show, something he is quick to deny. “Rubbish, I said that as a joke. She's seen it, dips in and out, it's just my job to her, she not irrational like that. Will she watch it all? Of course not, she's a very busy woman with a lot on her plate.” And when pressed on whether she had been on set during one of ‘those scenes’ he quips back with a chortle: “I love that, 'those scenes’. I don't even want to be there during those scenes!” u
I hadn't seen IDRIS IN A LONG TIME and the idea of us being IN A SCENE TOGETHER WAS GREAT
The enormous success of the show not only made the actor an overnight A-lister but also a household heartthrob, and West, who was dating aristocrat Polly Astor (the mother of his eldest child, Martha, now 18), is the first to admit that he got caught up in hyperbole of fame and wanted to play the field a bit longer. He has since expressed regret for his playboy behaviour and is much changed after marrying his former college sweetheart, Fitzgerald. In the last few years he has terrified audiences with his eerily accurate portrayal of serial killer Fred West in Appropriate Adult; been nominated for a Golden Globe in stunning period drama The Hour; and played the legendary Hemingway in recent film Genius. However, his most revered role of late has been as suave adulterer Noah Solloway
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> FASHION CONFIDENTIAL p. 18 SHOOT: THE NEW BOHEMIA p. 20 TREND: HIGHLAND STYLE p. 27
TOP OF THE CHARTS Pop princess Selena Gomez has joined Louis Vuitton’s ‘heroine’ girl gang line-up for their Series 5 instalment. Photographed by Bruce Weber, the new campaign showcases one of the most critically acclaimed collections of the season. Watch the video at louisvuitton.com
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ringing is having a moment. In the world of Athena Procopiou, fringing is always having a moment. The Greek designer's inspirations are entirely rooted in the 1970s, with an aesthetic that takes in Janis Joplin, Stevie Nicks and Jimi Hendrix. For her, it's all about floatey, drapey fabrics with psychedelic prints (albeit digital, she's not a retro devotee) and lots of fringing. 'At heart I'm a hippy,' she explains, over a syringe shot called Firestarter at Westbourne Grove's Farmacy. She has been doing fringing for the past four years, ever since her first collection of fringed scarves was picked up by Net-a-Porter and sold out. For her,
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Bags of Style Dior
Long-time Dior ambassador Jennifer Lawrence has made a return for AW16 to present the brand’s new handbag collection. Photographed by Patrick Demarchelier, the campaign features the covetable metallic ‘Diorever’ bag (£2,800, above), which has gone straight to the top of our wish list. dior.com
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This month sees Liberty add to its iconic accessories range with the ‘Alphabet’ collection. Choose between the ‘Little Marlborough’ tote bag (£395, left) and the ‘Isabella’ purse (£150), with each letter featuring a unique re-worked print from the company’s extensive scarf archive. In store and online from 15 October; liberty.co.uk
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Cutting-edge Australian designer Kym Ellery’s eponymous label continues to excite the fashion pack with its sculptural modern silhouettes. The 70s-inspired tailored signature pieces include a fluted waterfall sleeve blouse and a flared cropped trouser. Stockists include brownsfashion.com & mytheresa.com
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MILITARY FORCE Burberry Prorsum
With army khaki tones and officer’s jackets and trousers marching down the catwalks, it’s safe to say fashion is having a military moment. This capeback coat with regimental piping and oversize gold buttons is the ultimate power purchase. Wool & cashmere coat £2,495; net-a-porter.com
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01. LANVIN Velvet coat £4,150; mytheresa.com 02. RACIL 'Orion' velvet jacket £680; matchesfashion.com 03. MRS ALICE FOR FRENCH SOLE 'Hefner' velvet pumps £185; frenchsole.com 04. JIMMY CHOO 'Deon' velvet boots £695; jimmychoo.com 05. RAQUEL ALLEGRA Velvet trousers £500; liberty.co.uk 06. GUCCI 'GG Marmot' velvet bag £955; selfridges.com 07. ALESSANDRA RICH Velvet dress £1,845; net-a-porter.com
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'Banality' tortoiseshell glasses £295; liberty.co.uk
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN
BURBERRY AW16
Tartan skull-handle umbrella £405; harveynichols.com
Wool-tweed blazer £1,470; mytheresea.com
CHLOE
'Harper 70' leather boots £775; selfridges.com
BARBARA BUI
LE KILT
Wool-blend trousers £325; farfetch.com
'Morgan' wool tartan kilt £395; harveynichols.com
HUNTER
'Original Refined' wellington boots £125; hunterboots.com
HIGHLAND FLING Traditional tartan, tweed and checks have never felt so modern
PRADA
Virgin wool coat £2,385; mytheresa.com
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Tartan & leather pumps £109; prettyballerinas.co.uk
JOHNSTONS OF ELGIN Wool scarf £149; johnstonscashmere.com
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LAUNER
'Traviata' leather bag £2,000; selfridges.com
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SCARLET WOMAN Chanel’s new launch, Le Rouge Collection N˚1 is all about red. The first from their global creative makeup and colour designer Lucia Pica, it is all about the potency of this primary shade. We particularly love the dramatic, smoky crimson eye shadow palette. chanel.com
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A new fragrance launch and our pick of the best make-up removers W o r d s C AT H E R I N E H A L E S
STUDIO M.A
A superlative blowdry in the heart of the City Wo r d s a n d r e a c h e o n g
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well carried out blow dry is a no-brainer. Especially it only takes an hour and lasts half a week, even surviving a visit to the gym. And who better to entrust your precious locks to than Mustafa Arslan, the man responsible for the impeccably coiffed hair of supermodels Alessandra Ambrosio and Linda Evangelista at the amfAR Gala? A visit to his salon Studio M.A. is refreshingly different to that of the usual celebrity hairdresser. This is a minimalist, tasteful gem in the towering professional hub of Blackfriars. You won’t see much fake tan and extensions here; it’s a retreat perfect for the office crowd to unwind and refocus with a manicure or blow dry. As someone who suffers from chronic straight hair, my stylist gives me a bit of advice: forgoing conditioner before a blow dry helps hair hold curls better. Leaving my strands damp, she coils my hair into sections before pinning them back. She tells me that working with wet tresses takes longer but the end result is serious holding power. While most stylists use a one bristle radial brush, here each section is given its own barrel. The effect is similar to keeping curlers in your hair. After shaking out the waves and dousing them in hairspray, I leave with better looking hair that has more bounce in its step than I have after a flat white. Lesson learnt: there are no shortcuts when it comes to the perfect blow dry. Patience, economical use of product and Studio M.A’s technique is the way to go. ◆
● STUDIO M.A 34 Bouverie Street, EC4Y, 020 7936 4005 studio-ma.co.uk
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Scent from Above Charlotte Tilbury
Charlotte Tilbury’s first foray into the fragrance world has been well worth the wait. Kate Moss is at her glittering best as the face of Scent of a Dream and Tilbury describes the fragrance as ‘a portal for love, light, power, positivity and sex’. Top notes include peach and black pepper, with floral heart notes and a base of hedione, ambroxan and fire tree – the bottle’s a beauty, too. £68 for 50ml; charlottetilbury.com
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HEALTH & BEAUTY / NOTES
editor's
PICK
8 BIT OF POLISH
of the best
Christian Louboutin
The fashion label’s adventures in beauty continue with the AW16 Beauté Noir Collection which launches this month. Think vampy shades of deep burgundy for the lips and a touch of glam rock in the glittering grey nail varnishes, all packaged in signature dramatic style. christianlouboutin.com
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TRESSED UP G oldwell Kerasilk
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Cold weather can wreak havoc on your hair; switching shampoo in the autumn is a smart move and Kerasilk have launched their Reconstruct range in the nick of time. The blend of keratin and hyaloveil protects from the elements and aids repair. goldwell.co.uk
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T o m Fo r d
The new Tom Ford Face Collection is all about creating a natural-looking glow. The foundation/concealer is waterproof with a matte finish and provides a high level of coverage while the shimmer shot is the perfect highlighter. selfridges.com
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BE PREPARED Perricone MD
Designed to be a preventitive measure counteracting the first signs of ageing, the Pre:Empt Series covers all bases with its Exfoliating Pore Refiner, Skin Perfecting Serum, Oil-Free Hydrating Cream and Brightening Eye Cream. perriconemd.co.uk
01. CLINIQUE TAKE THE DAY OFF EYE MAKE-UP REMOVER STICK, £16; clinique.co.uk 02. SISLEY PARIS EAU EFFICACE, £73; sisley-paris.com 03. LANCÔME BI-FACIL MAKE-UP REMOVER, £21.50; lancome.co.uk 04. MAC GENTLY OFF EYE AND LIP MAKE-UP REMOVER, £16; maccosmetics.co.uk 05. SHU UEMURA PREMIUM CLEANSING BEAUTY OIL, £60; liberty.co.uk 06. ELEMIS WHITE FLOWERS EYE AND LIP MAKE-UP REMOVER, £21; elemis.com 07. ELIZABETH ARDEN ALL GONE EYE AND LIP MAKE-UP REMOVER, £21; johnlewis.com 08. KIEHL’S SUPREMELY GENTLE EYE MAKE-UP REMOVER, £17.50; kiehls.co.uk
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BRITISH · NATURAL · RESULTS-LED
CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS WITH BALANCE ME The natural, British skincare brand are brightening up your Christmas and your skin with their Rose Otto Hand Cream Angel. Fallen from heaven the angel will bring light and balance to a loved one this Christmas. Whether it’s to decorate a tree or fill a stocking let this be the best smelling gift they receive.
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‘ Enjoying childhood and realising our imagination.’ Challenge your preconceptions about Education. Give your child time to develop a love of learning and enjoy the academic successes that it brings. Dallington is a family-run co-educational independent school, with a nursery, in the heart of London. Personal tours each day of the week, except Wednesday. Autumn Open Evening Wednesday 28th September 2016. Reserve your place now registration.dallingtonschool.co.uk/openevening.php
Email: hercules@dallingtonschool.co.uk Phone: 020 7251 2284 www.dallingtonschool.co.uk
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HEALTH & BEAUTY / PRODUCTS
LIPSTICK QUEEN Frog Prince, £22; spacenk.com
SUQQU
Blend colour eye in 22, £45; selfridges.com
CHARLOTTE TILBURY
BECCA
Shimmering Skin Perfector Slimlight, £24; spacenk.com
Scent of a Dream, £68; charlottetilbury.com
EVE LOM
Sheer Radiance Translucent Powder, £42; spacenk.com
SUSANNE KAUFMANN
Hair Elixir, £74; liberty.co.uk
SHISEIDO
Synchro Skin, £32; houseoffraser.co.uk
TOO FACED
Better than sex mascara, £23.75; debenhams.com
NAILBERRY
L’Oxygéné, £14.50; selfridges.com
CHANEL
Le Blanc De Chanel Multi-Use Illuminating Base, £33; houseoffraser.co.uk
Mary Katrantzou AW16
TOM FORD
Lip Contour Duo, £39; selfridges.com
BENEFIT
Bow Zings, £24.50; benefitcosmetics.com
FALL IN LOVE
Autumn essentials to see you through the chilly months
Radiance Gel Bronzer, £51; spacenk.com
BURBERRY
Full Kisses in Oxblood No.549, £24; burberry.com
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AESOP
Protective Lip Balm SPF 30, £11; liberty.co.uk
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CHANTECAILLE
BOBBI BROWN
Pot Rouge for Lips and Cheeks, £20; bobbibrown.co.uk
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BRUNCH WITH A BANG From September, Gunpowder will be serving up a brand new brunch menu. Forget crushed avo on toast and think savoury chickpea pancakes topped with Gunpowder’s secret chutneys and shaved coconut and Kadhai Paneer parcel with crispy kale. we can’t wait. 11 White's Row, E1; gunpowderlondon.com
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What to drink
kitchen
CONFIDENTIAL North and East London’s food news and delicious things for October W o r d s C AT H E R I N E H A L E S
A GREAT MATCH Wine and food pairings for the month ahead B y J a n e Pa r k i n s o n
MUSHROOM PÂTÉ
his starter-cum-canapé loves to be matched with a traditional method sparkling wine because the richness from the mushrooms and toast likes both richness in the wine and crisp acidity to cut through the texture. This is zesty-fresh but has delicious buttery toast flavours too. ● Coates & Seely Britagne Brut Reserve NV, £27.95, Lea & Sandeman
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ROAST DUCK WITH ROASTED CELERIAC
o matter how duck is cooked it’s a match with Beaujolais because fatty duck meat likes the freshness and fruitiness of the Gamay grape. Fleurie is usually one of the lighter styles but this is very serious and beautifully smooth with strawberry flavours as well as a hint of black tea. ● Domaine Grand Pre Fleurie 2014 £16.50, The Sampler
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SPICED PEARS
uddings that flirt with cinnamon – and nutmeg to a lesser degree – love Gewurztraminer and the northeastern French region Alsace is a master at bringing the best out of it. This is a great value version with pungent Turkish Delight aromas plus ginger and lychee juiciness to match the pears. ● Finest Alsace Gewurztraminer 2015 £8, Tesco
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Over Easy Oslo Hackney
You really can’t beat a good brunch and now Oslo Hackney has jumped on the delicious bandwagon with their brand new menu. Available from 10am - 5pm on both Saturday and Sunday, it will include the ‘Nordic Cure’ of two Clarence Court eggs any style with chorizo, smoked bacon, haloumi, avocado, grilled peppers and homemade chilli beans on signature waffle. Hangovers be gone! 1a Amhurst Road, E8; oslohackney.com
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JUST THE TONIC G’Vine
G’Vine, a gin handcrafted with grape spirit and its hero botanical, the vine flower, have taken over Dalloway Terrace at The Bloomsbury for two months to host the "G’Vine-yard on Dalloway Terrace”. This pop up will offer a selection of signature serves and cocktails as well as small plates. Dalloway Terrace at The Bloomsbury dallowayterrace.com
OCTOBER cocktail
COLD COMFORT Amorino
editor’s
Just because summer is over, it doesn’t mean the time for ice cream is through - especially this ice cream. Amorino holds the honour of being the most-Instagrammed gelato this summer and its not hard to see why. Luckily for North Londoners, a new branch has opened up in Camden. 237 Camden High Street, NW1 amorino.com
GRAPEFRUIT MARTINI C r e a t e d b y t a n q u e r ay ◆ INGREDIENTS
1/2 shot Martini Extra Dry Vermouth 2 1/2 shots Tanqueray Ten Gin ice cubes grapefruit peel
PICK
◆ METHOD
Stir the vermouth and gin with ice for around 30 seconds to chill. Strain into a chilled martini glass. Squeeze the grapefruit peel over the glass to release the oils, then garnish with a twist of peel.
HOP TO IT Hopt
Perfect for anyone who has a passion for hard-to-find craft beers or outof-the-ordinary wines, Hopt (based in BOXPARK Shoreditch), is both a stand-alone shop and service offering different packages for the discerning drinker. Our favourite? The Grape & Grain, a mix of wines and beers. hopt.co.uk
tanqueray.com
SPIRIT of the Month
ince launching Haig Club in 2011, David Beckham’s whisky project seems to have gone from strength to strength. This August they have launched the more inexpensive (but no less tasty) Clubman, a single grain Scotch whisky designed to be drunk with a mixer. ◆ S
WORTH A BEAN Shoreditch Grind
Located on Old Street roundabout, Shoredtich Grind has been a staple for coffee-lovers since it opened. In a logical next step for the café and as a result of a crowdfunding campaign, Grind is now opening a roastery and barista training lab in the heart of Shoreditch. Mine’s a flat white. grind.co.uk
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£25; asda.com
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“Cheerily boisterous, exciting and big on atmosphere...the pasta tasted fresh and the combination of flavours was superb.” TimeOut Eating & Drinking
R E S T A U R A N T
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The finest Italian food made to order with the freshest ingredients. Add sparkle to your celebration this festive season, with our warm ambience, sumptuous food, seasonal tipples & enough cheer to last well into 2017. From lunches to dinners, we invite you to indulge in a feast of festivity. Rest assured we’ll take care of every detail to make it a truly unforgettable occasion.
On behalf of our Team, we look forward to making this a very Merry Christmas for all who visit us
0207 481 9950 • www.ilbordello.com • 81 WAPPING HIGH STREET LONDON E1W 2YN Lunch daily Monday to Friday: 12 Noon to 3pm • Dinner: Mon-Sat 6pm to 11pm • Sunday: 1pm to 10:30pm
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OSTUNI
Authentic Puglian fare in Highgate Village Wo r d s e l i z a b e t h h u t t o n
hen I first arrived at Ostuni, the restaurant was almost entirely empty. Waiters were attentive in lieu of having anyone to actually serve: a quiet Tuesday night, I thought. Boy, was I wrong. By the time we left, the place had been buzzing with customers for hours. Reminiscent of the old neighbourhood trattorias in Italy, it’s all so authentically Puglian I forgot I was in Highgate before I finished my first glass of wine. Starting with the antipasto, the charcuterie di Martina Franca was particularly good with freshly sliced cured capocollo, salami and spicy sausage served alongside a small plate of lampascioni, melanzana and carciofi. The latter is a small plate of vinegar and oil marinated grapehyacinth bulb - a little like a pickled onion - artichoke hearts and thinly sliced aubergine. The pairing of salty dry meats and pickled vegetables was perfection. Another must-try is the comfortingly hearty aubergine baked in a herb-heavy tomato sauce and topped with parmesan. Made in-house, the pasta fresca is only ever lightly coated in sauce so the pasta itself the main attraction. Relying on the taste of the Puglian langoustines, fresh cherry tomatoes and parsley the black ink spaghetti is a simple but delicious choice. After eating a final plate of lamb meatballs stuffed with sun dried tomatoes, we finished with a homemade Aperol spritz that makes a sweet and refreshing aperitif. I have to return.
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ollowing the success of the first branch in Soho, Blanchette East very much captures the essence of its predecessor though with a few key differences. The Brick Lane incarnation immediately summons up Paris during the Belle Epoque, with exposed brickwork, elegantly mismatched chairs and whimsical lampshades – one almost expects ToulouseLautrec to turn and ask for the salt. Both restaurants are the brainchild of brothers Maxime, Malik and Yannis Alary who affectionately named it after their mother and there is a real sense of homeliness in amongst the expected East London edge. My friend and I are seated at a cozy table in the back and munch on salty olives as we choose from the smorgasbord of options before us. The menu is designed for sharing; tapas-style small plates mean that diners aren't restricted leaving room to be a little more adventurous.
Our cheese beignets with onion confit are flawless; light, fluffy and creamy all at once and the sweet onion confit is the perfect accompaniment. Adopting a ‘when in France’ attitude we also decided on the crispy frog legs with Bois Boudran sauce. They are delicious and, contrary to the cliché, taste nothing like chicken – there is instead a definite and delightful aroma of fish. The lamb tagine with apricot, almonds and lebna is superlative and should be ordered with the saffron couscous with tabbouleh and pomegranate yoghurt. My seared onglet with parsley, garlic and Soubise sauce is rich and perfectly cooked although I remain unconvinced by the snails that are served alongside it. The standard of food is high throughout and the service impeccable (no rude Frenchman stereotype here) – the term très bon does not do it justice. B L A N C H E T T E E A ST 204 Brick Lane, E1, 020 7729 7939 blanchettesoho.co.uk
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O ST U N I 1 Hampstead Lane, Highgate, N6 ostunirestaurant.co.uk
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AUTUMN READY The new season is shaping up nicely at designer maternitywear boutique Nine in the Mirror. We love this chic coat from Masterpeace, the perfect piece to keep both you and bump warm in the colder months to come. £poa; nineinthemirror.com
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The magical Christmas show for all the family
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based on Raymond Briggs’ The Snowman Music and lyrics by Howard Blake © Snowman Enterprises Ltd 1982, 2012
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BRAND FOCUS
YOUNG SOLES
BEAUTIFUL DREAMER
Wo r d s H E L E N B A R O N
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Send little ones off to the Land of Nod in some timelessly endearing pyjamas from My Little Shop – for ages two and up. mylittleshop.com
SMALL TALK Sleepwear, analogue toys, timeless footwear and more
SAY CHEESE
Fa n n y & A l e x a n d e r Founded by mother Delfine Aguilar, Fanny & Alexander creates what it calls 'utterly analogue' toys: beautifully crafted objects and activity kits that act as a counterpoint to all massproduced plastic merchandise. ◆
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t's been a real pleasure to watch this fledgling London brand take flight over the course of 2016, with mama and founder Louise Shill beginning to corner the market in classic styles. The aim of Young Soles was always to take timeless footwear shapes – the fisherman sandal, the Derby, the desert boot – and reimagine them for the contemporary child, using the best materials and a grown-up's eye for good design to improve upon the (let's be honest) tacky and underperforming stuff so often found in kids' shoe shops. Designed in east London and made with care in Europe, the shoes are hardwearing yet supple, so that they mould to little ones' growing feet. They also feature a stylistic simplicity and attention to detail (even when enlivened by all-over zebra patterns or Libertyprint laces) that ensures they run streets ahead of the competition. In short, we're big fans. And so should you be. ◆
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STICK PEOPLE
BLOW UP
mollymeg.com
from £30.60; bubblegumballoons.co.uk
HAM If your babes are going to stick stuff on your walls, make sure it's worth looking at – like HAM wall stickers, which feature the hyper antics of some really funny bunnies. ◆ £55; available at
Bubblegum Balloons Don't skimp on Halloween: grab some of these natty (and customisable) balloons from online boutique Bubblegum Balloons.They also do floating eyeballs, if that floats your boat. ◆
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UNDER THE SUN Dubai has so much to offer, from international sporting events to catching some rooftop rays, its not just for the business elite anymore.
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THE HIGH LIFE Dubai’s holiday appeal continues to grow and it’s not hard to see why Wo r d s r o s e n o e l
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here was a time when Dubai could have been classed as purely a business destination; that time has passed and tourism is on the rise year after year, with the UK practically leading the charge as the fourth highest market for visitors to Dubai after India, Saudi Arabia and Oman. Among those drawn to the winter sun and the high rise architecture are the Beckhams and Beyoncé who have chosen Dubai as their winter sun getaway. There is also the fact that despite Dubai’s population of 2.5 million, the amount of people entering the country each year reaches from between eight and twelve million. So, what is the appeal? What draws the hordes of holidaymakers that previously chose the south of France or the Costa del Sol over this desert destination? Well, it could be the immense number of international events that are happening there; this winter alone will see the DP World Tour Championship (a prestigious golfing event) take place in November as well as the Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby Sevens and an impressive New Year’s fireworks display. But for those looking for a more traditional family holiday, choices of four to five star hotels are innumerable. The JA Jebel Ali Beach hotel features 231 rooms and suites
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Among those drawn to THE WINTER SUN are the Beckhams AND EVEN BEYONCÉ
overlooking the sea, private marina and hotel gardens. Guests who are keen to hit the greens will be delighted to discover that the hotel is part of the award-winning JA Jebel Ali Golf Resort. Although a plus for those with a passion for the greens, the hotel can also rival Caribbean resorts (a considerably further and more expensive plane ride away) for beautiful, palm-lined beaches. Those looking to relax can go for a treatment at the spa and afterwards lounge by one of the two swimming pools the hotel has to offer. Acclaimed restaurants and top of the range sporting facilities are also a short walk away while parents looking to find a little alone time can book children into one of the many kids’ clubs that the hotel offers. The rooms themselves are equipped with every mod-con imaginable and decorated in a timeless style that is miles away from the brash glamour that is often associated with Dubai hotels and resorts.
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TRAVEL / WANDERLUST In short, a five star family holiday without any of the inconvenience associated with destinations found further afield but with all the advantages. Activities can range from visiting the flamingos at Ras Al Khor and watching the camel racing to splashing around at Aquaventure (part of Atlantis the Palm), one of the most elaborate and enormous waterparks in the world. Needless to say, opportunities for retail therapy are practically endless with malls the size of small villages housing every designer label you’ve ever heard of and a few besides. While your wallet gets slimmer, you might actually find your waistline expanding. Excellent French food can be found at Margaux, the brainchild of Alain Ducasse’s protégé Julian Mercier whereas you can’t beat Al Hadheerah for traditional Arabian cuisine. Despite its undeniable appeal to families, in recent years Dubai has also
The luxurious JA Jebel Ali Beach Hotel, part of the award-winning JA Jebel Ali Golf Resort and overlooking the sea
JA Palm Tree Court
Inside the stunning Purobeach Conrad Dubai, where hours can be spent sipping cocktails, soaking up the sun and relaxing
been attracting a younger set who would previously have been more likely to be spotted on a beach in Ibiza than anywhere in the United Arab Emirates. Places like Purobeach have a lot to do with this boom, offering a party atmosphere but tempered with a feeling of glamour and exclusivity not found in Europe. They have two locations in Dubai, one at the base of the new Palm in Jebel Ali that opened in 2015 and another at the Conrad Dubai. The latter, a self-described urban oasis, is located on the 6th floor of the newly opened luxury hotel. It provides a lofty retreat from the hubbub below with calming blue water lapping peacefully and signature cocktails on tap. Purobeach has four other locations outside the UAE, and the Conrad follows their successful model with white sun loungers, lush,
landscaped gardens and private cocoon beds. Music is provided by world class DJs and the food follows the Purobeach ‘M3 cuisine’ concept, a combination of Miami, Marrakech and Melbourne influences. Perhaps the best part of the whole experience is the feeling of having discovered a hidden gem and as you lounge by the pool, eating fresh fruit and soaking up the atmosphere and temperate November weather, the urge to keep it all to yourself is almost irresistible. Dubai as a whole continues to become a more viable winter holiday option every year and whether you’re embarking on your annual family holiday, attending a world-class sporting event or simply looking to unwind with friends, it ticks every single box. u
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Destinology (destinology.co.uk / 01204 824619) is offering five nights at JA Palm Tree Court from £1,035 per person (a saving of £650 each) on Winter All Inclusive holidays this December. Prices include accommodation in a Garden View Junior Suite on an all inclusive basis along with return international flights from London Heathrow. Valid for travel between 3 December and 22 December 2016. For more information on JA Palm Tree Court, please visit jaresortshotels.com
Purobeach Conrad Dubai Situated on the sixth floor of the Conrad Dubai hotel, the spacious club is spread across 5,500 square metres and offers an exclusive urban oasis with an elevated metropolitan-style pool deck, 80 poolside sunbeds and four Balinese beds. Unwind by the pool with a complimentary fruit platter, water and fresh towels while taking in the views of the lush garden surroundings. The delicious food and cocktail offering includes the distinguished Purobeach 'M3 cuisine' concept. Guests can also enjoy the Shisha Loung while Purobeach's renowned signature sounds complement the time of day, for a truly relaxed experience. Boasting bohemian luxury with a soulful spirit, Purobeach Conrad Dubai is one of the city's best-kept secrets. Sunbed rates: Sunday - Thursday, £24. Sunbed rates: Friday, Saturday and Public Holidays, £33. To book visit purobeach.com or email info.dubai@purobeach.com
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Marty Bentrott, Vice President – Sales, Middle East, Russia and Central Asia, Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Gulf Air Chief Executive Officer Mr. Maher Salman Al Musallam and Gulf Air Chief Financial Officer Mrs. Sahar Ataei. (Back row) Gulf Air Chief Technical Officer Mr. Jamal Hashim, Gulf Air Chief Operating Officer Captain Nasser Al Salmi and Gulf Air Chief Commercial Officer Mr. Ahmed Janahi.
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standing partners, Boeing and Airbus have understood the challenges faced by Gulf Air and embraced our future looking strategy. I am delighted that we have arrived at mutually agreeable solutions to restructure our previous orders with aircraft that are more fuel-efficient, modernised, reliable and which, at the same time, allow Gulf Air to operate our wide and narrow-body fleet at lower operating costs. This is in-line with our mission to put the airline firmly on a path towards long term commercial sustainability.” As Mr. Maher commented later on, “the airline’s future looks increasingly promising.” gulfair.com
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Barbican Shop With a focus on the Barbican’s iconic design and arts programme, this new shop shines a spotlight on emerging design talent. Offering exclusive commissions and a ‘pop-up’ space, emerging makers are showcased on a revolving basis. barbican.org.uk
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BLOOMING LOVELY
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Bloom & Wild Never miss a flower delivery again with Bloom & Wild’s gamechanging letterbox flowers. Fitting through any front door the young buds will bloom the next day. Perfection. From £15; bloomandwild.com
ORIENTAL DREAMS
House of Hackney Using the ancient silk roads as inspiration, House of Hackney’s AW16 collection will take you on a journey around the world. From floral paisley to carpet prints the opulent and rich designs are as kitsch as you’d expect from this East London design house. houseofhackney.com
STORYTILES
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editor’s
PICK ON THE DECK
MARRAKECH DESIGN Dandelion in Celadon/Milk; contemporarytiles.se
St Studio Nienke Hoogvliet The possibilities of seeweed are – seemingly – endless with Sudio Nienke Hoogyliet creating this deck chair and table: clever design using sustainable yarn make from seaweed. nienkehoogvliet.nl
FIRED EARTH Ravello in Frezza; firedearth.com
NEAT AND TIDY
Neatsmith As design led storage experts, Neatsmith create bespoke, luxury storage solutions. Their new kitchen collection combines the highest quality materials and finishes to create an entirely functional space. neatsmith.co.uk
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HOMES & INTERIORS / ART FAIR
Show Time
Frieze London returns to Regent’s park once again and will run from 6-9 October. Here’s what to look forward to Wo r d s a n d r e a c h e o n g
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he shopping event of the season for art collectors, a hive of buzzing inspiration for creatives and a transient cultural site that doubles up as a celebrity safari for ticket holders. It’s October and if you haven’t already guessed, Frieze is back. Over four days, 20,000 people will spill through the gates of Regent’s Park toward the most hyped art event of the year. As an integral member of the international art scene’s cool kids, the Frieze will host 160 galleries from around the world and over 1000 artists. Yuri Pattinson, winner of the 2016 Frieze Artist Award will exhibit her working title, ‘sketch for Insights (crisis trolley)’. The piece is a chilling interpretation of ‘trending’ data systems, similar to the Big Board style monitors used by media
PDM 46.06 x 34.06 cm Patrizio di Massimo
20,000 PEOPLE WILL
spill through the gates to the most hyped ART EVENT OF THE YEAR
His/Her Examples (“A Smart Mirror”) K10+K19 178 x 126 x 5 cm Yonatan Vinitsky
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and finance corporations. Working with digital media and sculpture, Pattison’s screen will collect and display live information from fair’s environment as well as the ‘Internet of Things’. Known for its dedication to contemporary art and living artists, the fair’s specially curated section Focus is a non-profit effort that commissions and showcases emerging talents. Expect a historic installation by the Polish artist Maria Pininska-Beres, a floor-based ‘water relief ’ by Samara Scott and a
multifaceted ceramic presentation by Jesse Wine. Live, the acclaimed series on performance art returns with a political edge. This year, Egyptian artist Mahmoud Khaled explores censorship and surveillance. For the first installation of its kind at the Frieze, Christine Sun Kim who has been deaf since birth, will explore the materiality of sound and new fields of perception. A new addition this year is The Nineties, curated by Nicholas Trembley. It's an introspective on the incredibly influential period on contemporary art, one of accelerating digital age, the prevalence of subculture and of course, the glory years of the YBA's. If you consider yourself a little bit of an art buff, initiation into the elite clique of this industry should begin with Frieze Talks, curated by the fair’s magazine editors. Within walking distance is Frieze Masters, a fair exhibiting 130 galleries that features ancient art all the way to pieces from the late 1900’s. The sculpture garden that is free to the public will be held concurrently to these events. u International Institute of Intellectual Co-operation, Configuration 11, Last Man: Noam Chomsky, Georg Wilhelm Hegel, Karl Marx, Friedrich Nietzsche, Mikhail Gorbachev, Francis Fukuyama 213 x 327 x 293 cm Goshka Macuga
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ADEA ‘Bon’ daybed by Broberg & Ridderstråle; £2,030, adea.fi
KRISTALIA
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POLTRONO FRAU'Lloyd' bookcase, by Jean-Marie Massaud; from £27,650, poltronfrau.com
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ZANOTTA SÉ
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£1,050,000
stunning and spacious three bedroom upper duplex flat presented to a high standard. Ellington Street is a popular tree lined road situated within easy walking distance to Highbury & Islington overground and tube station, the green spaces of Arundel Square and Highbury Fields, and the plethora of shops and bars on Upper Street. u
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Upper Street, Islington N1 A stunning penthouse apartment in the heart of Angel Available to rent is this beautiful and spacious penthouse apartment offering over 1,200 sq ft of contemporary and stylish living space. Featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, open plan kitchen/reception room, guest WC and roof terrace. Approximately 118 sq m (1,268 sq ft). EPC:E. Available furnished or unfurnished
KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings islingtonlettings@knightfrank.com 020 3641 6138
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PROPERTY / CATCHMENT AREAS NIGEL LEWIS
SCHOOLS
Two bedroom maisonette apartment in Douglas Street, Pimlico for sale at £1.775m with Foxtons (020 7973 2020)
The cost of getting into the best London schools
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n the face of it parents in London’s central boroughs should have a wide choice of state secondary schools to send their children to – there are 112 secondary schools for them to choose from. But of these only 23 are 'Outstanding' and 20 'Good', so competition is white hot for these better establishments and consequently only two thirds of parents get their first choice. To try and allay furious parents and balance the system, most schools work hard to filter applications by prioritising some children over others. These often include those with disabilities, particular religions (for faith schools), academic ability and the most controversial one… proximity to the school. But not all do this. For example, The Grey Coat Hospital in Pimlico where Michael Gove famously sent his daughter in 2014, does not have a catchment area. Parents who want to send their children to an 'Outstanding' state school in central London may have one choice left – to move close to their target school and hope to fall within its catchment area, a trend that has made homes within these areas 25% more expensive, according to Savills. So how much might these homes cost? Here we look at six of central London’s 'Outstanding' schools and the property markets in their catchment areas. u
OASIS ACADEMY SOUTH BANK
Where: Lambeth, SE1 7HS Last inspected: 2015 Pupils: 359 Gender: mixed Type: Free school
NOTRE DAME ROMAN CATHOLIC GIRLS’ SCHOOL
Where: Lambeth Last inspected: 2012 Pupils: 602 Gender: Girls Type: Voluntary aided
PROPERTY AROUND THE SCHOOLS:
Pimlico Academy has a wide catchment area which is approximately a three mile circle around the school, but the schools’ own pupil heat map reveals that most come from Pimlico and Vauxhall. Despite being in the heart of London, it’s largely a house market ranging from £700,000 for a post-war three bedroom terraced house between Kennington and Vauxhall to around £4.5 million for a period two bedroom terrace near Sloane Square. But prices quickly escalate to tens of millions for the larger houses off Eaton Terrace.
ST MARYLEBONE CHURCH OF ENGLAND SCHOOL
PROPERTY AROUND THE SCHOOLS:
Where: Marylebone, W1U 5BA Last inspected: 2014 Pupils: 33 Gender: Mixed Type: Free school
PIMLICO ACADEMY
This is an expensive catchment area to join. Prices start at £600,000 for a two bedroom flat and rise up to £5 million for a luxury penthouse apartment. But the median price is around £1.5 million for a two bedroom property.
This is a market for flat buyers, which start at £300,000 for a one bedroom and rise to £2.65 million for a luxury three bedroom. The bulk of two bedroom apartments for sale are between £600,000 and £750,000.
Where: Pimlico SW1V 3AT Last inspected: 2010 Pupils: 2,000 Gender: Mixed Type: Academy
PROPERTY AROUND THE SCHOOLS:
Three bedroom flat on the Walworth Road, £1.25m with KFH London Bridge (020 3792 2689)
Two bedroom flat on Glentworth Street, Marylebone for sale at £1.55m with KFH Marylebone (020 3792 5745)
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All apartments benefit from the use of the residents’ private dining room overlooking the Dan Pearson designed courtyard garden
A LIFESTYLE TO SHARE When it comes to an address, King’s Cross has it all – right at the heart of London. Unbeatable connections, the historic Regent’s Canal, beautiful parks, gardens and squares, education, shopping, eating, culture, its very own Everyman Cinema and Paris in just over two hours. Two and three bedroom apartments in the Plimsoll Building from £995,000. Visit the show apartment and marketing suite Monday to Friday by appointment, contact us on 020 7205 4166
14-15 Stable Street London N1C 4AB plimsollkingscross.co.uk
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Finsbury Park Road, Finsbury Park, N4 £835,000
This spacious ground floor property boasts stunning Victorian proportions and original period features. Arranged over 1,000 sq ft of living space, this home provides a private entrance and garden, two large double bedrooms and a bright reception.
Islington 020 7226 2487 islington.sales@kfh.co.uk
Located on a no through road minutes from Finsbury Park station, serviced by two tube lines, mainline rail and several bus routes.
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Warner Street, Clerkenwell, EC1R ÂŁ1,295,000 This popular loft development provides two double bedrooms, two shower rooms and a spacious open plan reception that leads onto a large west facing balcony. The mezzanine level provides a separate sleeping deck, and the property further benefits from two parking spaces. Set in a highly regarded development on Warner Street, this apartment is ideally located for Farringdon station and the Elizabeth Line which is expected to open in 2019. The amenities and various bus routes that the area has to offer are also close by. Share of freehold. EPC rating C. Clerkenwell 020 7563 5060 clerkenwell.sales@kfh.co.uk
Tabley Road, Tufnell Park, N7 OIEO ÂŁ800,000 Occupying 1,125 sq ft of living space across two floors of an attractive building, is this chain free three bedroom apartment. Stylishly decorated throughout, this home provides two bathrooms plus a guest WC, a contemporary kitchen and a private rear garden. Good transport links are close by, including Holloway Road and Tufnell Park underground stations and Upper Holloway mainline station. Share of freehold. EPC rating C. Highgate 020 8341 6666 highgate.sales@kfh.co.uk
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South Grove, Highgate, N6 £2,200 pcm Set within a prestigious development in Highgate Village is this stunning ground floor apartment. Newly decorated with dark oak flooring, this home provides two large double bedrooms, one with built in storage and the other with an en suite jacuzzi bath. Further benefits include a spacious double reception, fully integrated separate kitchen, allocated off street parking and a well kept communal garden. On the doorstep of Hampstead Heath, this property benefits from easy access to local schools and close proximity to Highgate underground station. Part furnished. EPC rating C. Highgate 020 8342 7030 highgate.lettings@kfh.co.uk
Clephane Road, Islington, N1 £2,860 pcm Flooded with natural light throughout, this three double bedroom apartment benefits from a large open plan living space that leads onto a large private balcony. Clephane Road is ideally located close to local amenities. Upper Street is close by offering a fantastic range of shops, bars and restaurants and transport links to the City are within easy reach. Furnished. EPC rating C. Islington 020 7359 3636 islington.lettings@kfh.co.uk
£210 tenancy agreement fee per property. Other fees apply, visit kfh.co.uk/lettingsfees
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Property ROUND UP The inside scoop in your area
HOUSE�HUNTING
MOST SATISFYING TRANSACTION
I NEVER THOUGHT I’D SEE
I helped three families move house, all within a mile radius of each other. It was so rewarding to help three families all make the move, especially in one transaction. MOST INTERESTING PROPERTY
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In the early days of my career, I used to work in the country and helped a client sell a house which came with a working farm, complete with chickens and a cow shed. A slight contrast to working in the city, but it was very interesting.
SPACE: With 1,819 sq ft of space, this upper duplex flat offers three double bedrooms, a spacious kitchen, a bathroom, excellent storage facilities and a private roof terrace. ORIGINAL FEATURES: This period home offers a yellow brick exterior with arched sash windows and fireplaces in the reception room and in one of the three bedrooms.
IN THE EARLY DAYS OF MY CAREER, I USED TO WORK IN THE COUNTRY AND HELPED A CLIENT SELL A HOUSE WHICH CAME WITH A WORKING FARM
A £55,000,000 house overlooking a golf course on the outskirts of Hampstead. FINEST PROPERTY SHOWCASE
Great Sutton Street, EC1V, £2,750,000. A two bedroom, two bathroom penthouse apartment located on the highly sought after Great Sutton Street in the heart of Clerkenwell. u
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LOCATION: Highbury Hill is a very quiet residential street in prime Highbury, close to the wonderful village amenities of Highbury Barn and the idyllic Highbury Fields. Arsenal and Highbury & Islington stations are also within easy reach of the property. u
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E X P E R T A DV I C E
KNIGHT FRANK • KINGS CROSS •
LUCY ADAMSON Sales Manager
Portico, Bloomsbury
Sam Ball
F E AT U R E P R O P E R T Y
BEST SCHOOL:
Turtles Nursery in Endell Street has been rated five stars by local parents, they pay a particular attention to providing fresh fruit and vegetables to the children – refreshing with a view to todays’ hot debates on the amount of sugar being consumed by the young.
Enjoy a cocktail and nibbles at Las Iguanas then go to see a movie in the Curzon Cinema
GREAT SUTTON STREET
Sales Manager
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£2,400,000 ocated in the centre of Clerkenwell, this penthouse apartment boasts a dual-aspect reception room with double-height ceiling, two self contained bedrooms with en suites and a large private roof terrace. The kitchen comes complete with integrated appliances and
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istorically, autumn is one of the busiest times of year for the property market and this year looks like being no exception. August was far busier than perhaps most people had expected, eclipsing the activity in the last couple of years, which certainly bodes very well for the coming months. In terms of buyer interest and seller motivation, it would appear that the referendum result, whilst a surprise for many, was more of a temporary bump in the road than a market defining event.
PRIME PURCHASE
WHAT TO DO ON A RAINY DAY:
Enjoy a cocktail and nibbles at Las Iguanas then go to see a movie in the Curzon Cinema.
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£2,250,000
FUN FOR FREE:
The British Museum followed by a coffee and homemade cake in Syrup of Soot. SPORTS AND RECREATION:
Coram Fields football grounds to enjoy a match with the locals. u
Portico Bloomsbury, 020 7291 0650; portico.com
Historically, autumn is one of the busiest times
CRAVEN STREET
beautiful and spacious Georgian conversion flat available in the heart of central London, moments from Charing Cross. This property boasts three double bedrooms and two bathrooms and is a rare opportunity to purchase within a historic building with many of the original features preserved. Craven Street has a rich history
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With buildings on the King’s Cross development approaching completion and more being sold off plan, the market here shows no signs of slowing down. Market strength however, is not just limited to the new development; properties both north and south of King’s Cross and St. Pancras stations have been seeing high levels of interest and offers. With more properties coming to the market all the time, it would appear that many local sellers are looking to take advantage of the strong autumn market. u
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Knight F rank
Bloomsbury, 020 7291 0650; portico.com
Kings Cross, 020 3764 8914; knightfrank.co.uk
SPOTLIGHT ON CITY & ANGEL STUDIO FLAT
% OF TOTAL SALES BY
PROPERTY TYPE
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2 BED FLAT
3+BED FLAT
2 BED HOUSE
3+BED HOUSE
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Rheidol Terrace
Islington N1
ÂŁ1,850,000 freehold
A charming & delightful 3/4 bedroom Georgian mid terraced house set within the Duncan Terrace/ Colebrooke Row conservation area, right in the very heart of Islington. EPC rating E
Islington
020 7359 9777
sales.islington@chestertons.com
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Canonbury Road
Islington N1
ÂŁ1,850,000 freehold
An exceptional 5 double bedroom Grade II listed Georgian end of terrace house set within the Canonbury conservation area, close to Essex Road Station (London Overground). EPC exempt
Islington
020 7359 9777
sales.islington@chestertons.com
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Melody Lane
Highbury N5
ÂŁ1,999,950 freehold
A stunning, modern & contemporary 4 double bedroom, end of terrace town house, set moments from the community focal point of Highbury Barn. EPC rating D
Islington
020 7359 9777
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Prices from £675,000. To reserve your place at the event call 020 3740 6555 or visit southquayplaza.london/RSVP South Quay Plaza I Sales & Marketing Suite I 185 - 189 Marsh Wall I London I E14 9SH Computer generated image depicts South Quay Plaza and is indicative only. Prices and information correct at time of going to press.
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David Manning DIRECTOR , LET TINGS Chestertons, Islington
REBECCA NOONAN
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rowing up I had so many dreams and ambitions, so many plans. In my head, I would retire at 21, I would travel the world several times over, establish world peace, create prosperity for all and generally live a life free of stress and worry. A ‘good life’, nay a ‘great’ life beckoned. But like most people I’ve had my ups and downs along the way; it’s almost impossible to go through life making every decision the ‘right’ decision. I’ve made some real howlers, not least opening an estate agency business in 2007, just two weeks prior to the start of the largest, most deep and long financial crises to come to the UK and indeed the world in recent memory. The business took me almost a year to plan, organise and open and it's safe to say there was no way I could have predicted the timing of the then unfolding crisis. But I was lucky, I had an exit strategy in place and somehow implemented it in record time. The key to getting through the crisis was having a forward thinking plan and being ready for every eventuality.
We offer valuable local expertise with a truly global reach In my opinion the property market can still offer great returns. Not only financially but on a personal and emotional level too. Whether realising your dreams of home ownership, the absolute sheer delight of buying a first home or indeed making the ‘step up’ to a larger family dwelling, it's all very rewarding in the end. Perhaps you're a planner too and you’re looking to invest for income or future growth, the returns are likely to be very positive in this industry. You might be interested in a ‘buy-to-let’ or a ‘let-to-buy’, or perhaps you're looking to invest, upgrade and resell. You may be looking to rationalise your assets, sell part or all of a portfolio, indeed you might just decide now is a great time to rent. The options are endless and with the right agent, the process will be smooth and the results are likely to follow.
Whatever your thoughts (and please do seek independent financial advice) I urge you to participate in life’s ups and downs. Sometimes this means taking a few chances along the way. Our economy, not least the property market needs activity, activity is key to a successful and thriving market, whether that’s buying, selling, letting or renting a property. Chestertons offers the very best that estate agency has to offer. Our service is interntionally renowned and revered, we’re passionate about property and I firmly believe in our professionalism and ability to succeed. We offer valuable local expertise with a truly global reach. Make sure you come along and talk to us, be that for an informal chat, advice on the current property market or something more bespoke. We offer many services aside from the agency norm, so please visit our website for more details on what we can help you with. I must admit, writing from my personal experience in the property market has been quite cathartic. I remain absolutely and resolutely positive about the future.
ISLINGTON / 020 7226 4221 / chestertons.com
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BALLS POND ROAD
Hertford Road, N1
020 7241 7000
£825,000 Stamford Road, N1
Set within a canal side development is this three bedroom first floor apartment offering over 1000 sq. ft. of living space. Enviably located on the Kingsland Basin a key benefit of the property is the balcony that runs the length of the property and can be accessed from the reception room and the master bedroom, which offers views of the canal basin.
Located on a popular street in De Beauvoir Town is this modern townhouse offering a generous living space over three floors. Comprising of an open plan reception/kitchen, four bedrooms, three ensuite shower rooms, family bathroom and a private garden.
Leasehold
Holloway Road, N19
Freehold
£350,000 Laycock Street, N1
Offered new to the market is this second floor one bedroom flat set within a period conversion on Holloway Road. The property benefits from wood flooring, sash windows and external storage. Only a short walk away are the many amenities of Holloway Road, the open space of Whittington Park and the transport links of Upper Holloway train station & Archway tube station.
Leasehold
£995,000
£485 PW*
A great opportunity to rent a two double bedroom maisonette within a private gated development just moments from the shops, bars and restaurants of Upper Street. The property offers open plan living, two double bedrooms, two bathrooms and plenty of storage.
Part Furnished
*Additional fees payable at the start of the tenancy - £120 inc vat admin fee per property and £60 inc vat reference fee per person. A check out fee is payable at the end of the tenancy, price varies on property size.
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NIGEL LEWIS
FAMOUS PLACES London hides a plethora of celebrity homes. These are the most recent to come on the market
FAB FLAT FOR GEORGE AND RINGO
fter just one hit single in 1963 - Please Please Me – The Beatles were so famous that their screaming fans made it difficult to use hotels as a base in London. So manager Brian Epstein suggested George and Ringo should move into his apartment block, and the two bandmates rented a party pad in Whaddon House near Harrods. The block witnessed some legendary parties, one star-studded bash at which all four Beatles partied with Mick Jagger, Keith Richards and Judy Garland. Later the next year, The Beatles famously met at the flat before heading to Buckingham Palace to receive their MBEs from the Queen. A three bedroom apartment in the block is now on the market for £3.5m. It’s been given a makeover and has an open-plan reception and kitchen with under-lit and mirrored bar area, and decked balcony through sliding glass double doors. The master bedroom has an en suite, with its own dressing room. Harrods Estates 0207 225 6506; harrodsestates.com
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London, he hopes to forget his troubles by immersing himself in writing a crime novel in the south of France. The two bedroom garden flat where the fictional writer lived with his girlfriend, until he found out she was having an affair with his brother, is available to Firth fans. The Grade II listed Chiswick house was originally built in 1879 for the English watercolour painter and lithographer Joseph Nash and the layout is still centred around the original artist’s studio which is now a big open-plan dining room with large window and high ceilings. The two bedroom conversion with garden and garage is up for sale at £1.5m. Johnd Wood 0208 166 1792; johndwood.co.uk
The Beatles famously met at the flat before heading to Buckingham Palace
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ovelist EM Forster had five novels published in his lifetime, most of them movie material. They were made into films by Merchant-Ivory - A Room with a View, Howards End and Maurice – while David Lean directed A Passage to India. Forster kept a London flat from 1925, although he spent much of his life with his widowed mother Lily in Surrey. He moved from Bloomsbury to Arlington Park Mansions in October 1939, partly to escape central London following the outbreak of war, and also to be closer to his friend and lover Bob Buckingham. Forster spent one or two days a week at his top-floor flat. The thrifty writer used the flat as a pied-à-terre until his death in 1970. A one bedroom, ground floor maisonette in the building is now up for sale at £525,000. This blue plaque property opposite Turnham Green has been recently renovated and has its own private access. Fjlord 0208 747 8601; fjlord.co.uk
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A LOCATION FOR LOVE, ACTUALLY
lder readers may remember Colin Firth in several more serious roles than his recent venture into spoof spy thriller Kingsman: The Secret Service and its mooted follow-up, The Golden Circle. For example, how about soft-hearted Jamie Bennett in 2003 rom-com Love Actually. Betrayed by an unfaithful girlfriend while living in
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Weller lived here during the noughties while working on his fifth solo album
SIR BEN’S FORMER BOLT HOLE ON THE BRIDGE
ctor Sir Ben Kingsley is best known for his many high profile roles in films including Gandhi, Schindler’s List and Ender’s Game in which he starred with Harrison Ford. He’s also had several recent box office successes including 2015's The Jungle Book and the role of Hebrew slave in Night At The Museum: Secret of the Tomb. But back in 2006 he was enjoying this view over the River Thames in central London
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from the balcony of his two bedroom apartment next to Hammersmith Bridge. It’s thought he bought the property as a bachelor pad in between divorcing his third wife Alison Christmann in 2005 and marrying his current wife, Daniela lavender, in 2007. The property, which has access to communal gardens, is on the market for £850,000. River Homes 020 8995 0500; riverhomes.co.uk
ONE OF PAUL’S EVER-CHANGING HOMES
or many fans Paul Weller is worshiped for his prolific song writing and refusal to be pigeon-holed. His talents first emerged during the early 1980s after he formed punk/mod revival band The Jam. His next outfit – The Style Council –enjoyed three top ten
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albums during the late 1980s. But since 1992, Weller has been a solo artist, releasing albums every two or three years while almost constantly touring. Anyone in their forties or older will remember when he put his legendary energies into supporting the Labour party, usually on-stage with the other Red Wedge headliners such as Billy Bragg, the late Kirsty MacColl and The Communards. But some of his old values have remained. Weller rarely embraces the flummery of celebrity and leads a relatively normal existence. This is his old home on Cartbridge Close in the Surrey village of Send. Weller lived here during the noughties while working on his fifth solo album, Heliocentric and later on his chart topping live album, Days of Speed. The house is for sale with Knight Property Services for £625,000. The agent says the integral garage was converted by Weller into a soundproof practice room. Knights Property Services 01483 678997; knightspropertyservices.com
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407-409 Holloway Road, London N7 6HP
020 7607 5001 drivers.co.uk
SALES
Statham Court, Manor Gardens, Holloway, N7 | ÂŁ525,000 Attractive 2 bed, 2 bath ground floor flat.The accommodation comprises an unusual shaped but spacious 'corner' reception room with dual aspect windows, fitted kitchen, good size main double bedroom with fitted wardrobes and en suite, a second double bedroom with fitted wardrobe, modern 'family' bathroom. Ground floor apartment | 2 Double Bedrooms | Communal park style gardens | Secure Gated Development | Chain Free | EPC Rating: Band C
Tavistock Terrace, London, N19 | ÂŁ1,750,000 Sought after location! This is one of only a handful of larger, four-storey, end-terraced period houses in this delightful backwater street.The house is in need of modernisation/refurbishment and offers up numerous possibilities to either retain as a single dwelling or convert into multiple units. Sought After End Terrace House | 4/5 Bed Freehold Period Property | Arranged over 4 Floors | South Facing Rear Garden | EPC Rating Band: G
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Archway Road, Highgate, N6 | ÂŁ425.00 per week This beautiful brand newly refurbished two double bedroom split level garden apartment in the heart of Highgate. Benefits include: private rear paved garden, two double sized bedrooms, separate modern fitted kitchen, spacious reception room, one fully tiled shower room, one fully tiled bathroom, gas central heating & double glazing. Two Double Bedroom | Newly Refurbished | Modern Fitted Kitchen | Wood Flooring | EPC Rating: Band TBC
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Penn Road, Hillmarton Conservation Area, N7 | ÂŁ925.00 per week Drivers & Norris are delighted to offer an outstanding duplex three bedroom apartment set on this quiet residential street.The property offers an abundance of natural light and space and is made up of a spacious open plan reception room with state of the art kitchen to include wine cooler and integral coffee maker. Three Double Bedroom | Three Bathroom | Newly Fitted Kitchen | EPC Rating: Band TBC
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BRITISH DESIGNERS 10 reasons why London’s a design leader
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ondon was recently heralded as the ‘design capital of the world’ by The New York Times. And every year the London Design Festival pulls in 350,000 people from 60 countries to see one of the most vibrant creative sectors in the capital – along with fashion and film – according to the Mayor of London. This is particularly true in the world of interior design. There are now dozens of companies and interior designers offering the capital’s prime homeowners a huge range of styles. These include high profile names such as the queen of interior design, Kelly Hoppen, along with Abigail Ahearn, Tara Bernard, the Candy brothers and Oliver Burns as well as older names such as Anouska Hempel and Nicky Haslam. But it’s not just private houses that get luxury makeovers. London’s plethora of new homes developers also now dip into this palette of talent to give their apartments ‘the look’. Here we reveal some of the best for sale at the moment. u
private gardens in the capital so being a high-profile landscape designer here is always going to attract attention. And that’s exactly what Brighton-based garden designer Andy Sturgeon has done after winning a Best in Show gong at this year’s Chelsea Flower Show for his Jurassicinspired Telegraph Garden. But home buyers can also get the Sturgeon look if they buy an apartment at Lillie Square. The development, which comprises over 800 properties, is having its large communal
Capo Lillie Square Garden Collection - A private garden designed by Andy Sturgeon
gardens designed by Andy and work is already under way on the greenery. More information: lilliesquare.com
LOUISE WICKSTEED, 1508 LONDON
This multi-disciplinary practice based in Pimlico works at the high end of the London interior world and its latest work, Project Pearl, is a four bedroom Belgravia mansion on Chesham Place currently for sale with Savills at £17.9 million. “The impressive scale and potential light of the principal
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The company’s been busy recently at Chelsea Barracks, South Bank Place and One Tower Bridge but we like this more boutique effort off Clapham Common on Macaulay Road. There the company has designed three townhouses, one of which is home to the company’s founder and senior partner Michael Square, while the other two are being sold privately. The six bed houses are modern on the outside, although inside they take their design cues from the Victorian houses that surround them. More information: squireandpartners.com
ANDY STURGEON
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The show home has been designed by a partnership of two British talents
rooms struck me as soon as I visited the property,” says Louise. “Throughout the design process we wanted to work with and enhance these elements. By re-introducing sympathetic period detailing but keeping everything in a consistent palette.” More information: 1508london.com
FIONA BARRATT AND BOWER JAMES BRINDLEY
Managing your property can be chaotic...
Next time you’re near Millbank, pop in to the fascinating show apartment at Riverwalk, a development of 116 apartments overlooking the River Thames near Westminster. The show home has been designed by a partnership of two British talents, designer Fiona Barratt and design firm Bower James Brindley. Fiona Barratt is a well known interior expert, a member of the Barratt property dynasty and also the wife of former England international footballer Sol Campbell. Consultancy Bower James Brindley comes hotfoot from its most recent work; designing the interiors of Landmark Place. More information: riverwalk.co.uk
We make it simple.
HONKY/CHISTOPHER DEZILLE
London-based design firm Honky was founded in 2001 by Christopher Dezille, who has now been working as a designer for 24 years and has won many accolades. This included being listed in the top 100 UK designers by Homes & Gardens magazine back in 2009. His successful company has recently been busy at the Keybridge development in Vauxhall by FABRICA and Mount Anvil, where the interiors have been designed with his trademark techniques and his stylish eye for detail. This exciting new development includes references to Vauxhaull’s industrial past. Inspiration includes metal detailing and the use of raw materials throughout the high-ceilinged apartments. More information: keybridgelondon.com
Contact our Property Management teams now to find out how: Block Management 020 7231 3545 Residential & Commercial Management
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Three bedrooms | Duplex Penthouse | Private terrace | Unfurnished
Two bedrooms | Upper floor | Terrace | Furnished
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One bedroom | Third floor | Balcony | Concierge
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Naoroji Street, WC1X
£1 075 000 Leasehold
Two bedrooms | Large terrace | Open plan kitchen | Concierge | Epc: B Clerkenwell 0 07 5 5 clerkenwell@currell.com
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