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SECOND NATURE

WOODEN INTERIORS BRING THE OUTSIDE IN

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contents Apr il 2016

46 c u lt u r e

20 H E A LT H & B E AU T Y

10 WHAT’S ON

30 BEAUTY CONFIDENTIAL

33 LIP SERVICE

Diary dates for April

GILLIAN ANDERSON

The American-British actress talks about chasing aliens in The X-Files

fa s h i o n

FASHION CONFIDENTIAL

This month’s hottest trends and products

20 PINK LADY

Best beauty buys of the month

Pared back beauty with a dramatic lip

Food & Drink

36 KITCHEN CONFIDENTIAL Tasty happenings from the local area

39 RESTAURANT REVIEWS We head to Oriole and Galley

Things get pretty in head-to-toe pink

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46 EASTERN PROMISE

We find pristine beaches, rich culture and delicious food in Sri Lanka

48 RACE FOR THE PRIZE

Gulf Air create a luxe travel experience ahead of the Bahrain Grand Prix

Covers

BA&SH SS16 collection available at b a - s h .c o m

interiors

54 INTERIOR INSPIRATIONS Wooden furniture and accessories make a huge comeback this month

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39 56 NATURE CALLS

Design the bedroom of your dreams with the help of Wharfside

HOT SEATS

Go back to basics with our round-up of the most simple but stylish seats

62 POT LUCK

Ceramic Art London finds a new home at Central Saint Martins

PROPERTY

70 PROPERTY NEWS News and views on the area

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EDITOR’S letter

ll things bright and beautiful is our theme for this issue; colourful fashion, interiors inspired by nature and nothing but blue skies and white sands in our travel section. And no amount of April showers can dampen our optimism. We’re looking at the new season’s palette and discovering that it mostly consists of pink. That’s right – as soon as the first rays of sun emerge from winter we are all going to be dressing in bubblegum shades. But they’re very grown-up ones, so don’t worry, you won’t be looking like your five-year-old. If pink isn’t your thing, our fashion editor Charlotte Adsett has rounded up the best of the sunshine yellow trend – we already have our eyes on a particular Anya Hindmarch bag.

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Now the clothes are sorted, what about the wardrobe itself? On page 56 we discover that metal-free bedrooms can aid a good night’s sleep, so picking out a gorgeous wooden bed is actually good for your heath. Also in our interiors section is the news that Ceramic Art London will be moving to a new address this April: Central Saint Martins. Pay a visit to discover work from the best ceramacists in the world. In addition to this is our lead interview with The X-Files alum Gillian Anderson and travel inspiration from Sri Lanka. I hope you enjoy the issue. Ciao! ◆

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CRAFTY FOX MARKET 9 - 1 0 Ap r i l T he G e ffr ye M u s e u m ringing a mix of market traders and B design talent to Hoxton, those behind the Crafty Fox Market connect you - the shopper - to the creator and maker. With homeware, art and gifts to buy, use this opportunity to bag a one-off design. u 136 Kingsland Road, E2; craftyfoxmarket.co.uk

BALLETBOYZ Ω LIFE

SONY WORLD PHOTOGRAPHY

2 0 - 24 Ap r il S a dl e r ’s Well s ack with a brand new show, the B all-male dance company, BalletBoyz are starting their world tour in London. Performing routines that contemplate the concept of life and death, the original scores and signature choreography make this a powerful and provocative show. u Rosebery Avenue, EC1R; sadlerswells.com

From 22 April S omerset House

As the world’s largest photography competition, this is a vibrant and diverse showcase of the past year’s best professional photographs. From fine art to photojournalism, the works on show will inspire and entertain. Among our favourites is Hamburg-based still-life photographer Oliver Schwarzwald whose series Animals vs. Jewellery is brilliant and bold. Strand, WC2; somersethouse.org.uk

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THE FLICK Fro m 13 Ap r i l D o rfm a n T he a tre his Pulitzer Prize-winning play is set in a T rundown movie theatre. Here, three underpaid employees mop the floors and attend to the empty aisles. As their stories of battle and heartbreak unfold, we soon realise that their lives are far more gripping than the lacklustre movies on the ancient cinema screen. u South Bank, SE1; nationaltheatre.org.uk

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ARTS & CULTURE / TALKING TOPICS

KINGS OF WAR

Fro m 2 2 Ap r i l B a rb i c a n C e ntre his adaptation of T Shakespeare’s Henry V trilogy combines the three plays into one. Produced by Toneelgroep Amsterdam, this tale of life-or-death, leadership and loyalty sees Shakespeare’s three rulers become modern-day political leaders. Attempting to decipher the difference between real power and its trappings, this radical play exposes the way in which decisions are made in difficult times and exposes the tension between national interests and self-gain. u Silk Street, EC2Y, barbican.org.uk

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F ro m 5 Ap r i l Alm e i da T h e a t re

CONCEPTUAL ART, 1964-79

From 12 Apri l Tate B ritain he 1960s marked a change in T British art; creative people began to abandon traditional approaches and put pioneering thinking at the forefront of their thought process. Inspired by the real world, this new exhibition gathers together the radical, controversial and inspiring work created during this exciting era in the hope that it will provoke the contemporary audience into rethinking how art is created today. u Millbank, SW1; tate.org.uk

This ambitious exploration of austerity-era London sees the great observationalist and playwright, Leo Butler, pick someone out from a crowd. We first meet the Boy at a bus stop; he’s an average person, easily missed, but someone Butler believes can teach us more about life in the city. Almeida Street, N1; almeida.co.uk

SHOW OF THE MONTH

THE WINTER’S TALE The Royal Ballet Fro m 1 2 Apr i l R o yal O pe ra Ho u s e © ROH, 2014, JOHAN PERSSON

hakespeare’s classic tale of love, loss and reconciliation is re-told in The Royal Ballet’s three act adaptation of The Winter’s Tale. The story’s notoriously tricky plotline pivots on a moment of irrational jealousy, causing King Leontes to drive away his best

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friend, abandon his daughter and bring about the deaths of his wife and his son. This operatically epic showcase promises to be an emotional rollercoaster, packed with inventive ballet steps and spectacular scenic effects. u  Bow Street, WC2E; roh.org.uk

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SPECIAL AGENT

As The X-Files returns for a new series, Gillian Anderson is more than happy to be chasing aliens again Wo r d s K a r e n A n n e O v e r t o n

hen the Anderson reprising her role announcement as Agent Scully in The X-Files came that The X-Files was returning to our screens, the internet exploded with joy. Yet amid the fanatical reception from loyal followers of the travails of Agents Mulder and Scully, it can be easy to forget that for the actors who played those iconic characters, there’s something special about returning too. “I had the lingering sense that I had never really said goodbye to the character or to the story,” says Gillian star was difficult to shake, so much so Anderson, who played iconic FBI agent that when she was first asked to return Dana Scully on the small screen from to the role she said no, having “worked 1993 to 2002 as well as in the two movie really hard putting Dana Scully to sleep”. offshoots. With her partner, dedicated However, eventually she relented. “Well, but paranoid Agent Fox Mulder (David at first I thought to myself, ‘there’s no Duchovny), Scully investigated all way in hell I want to do this again’, but manner of paranormal activity and the everyone kept telling me it would be fun duo quickly became cult icons, while both and after a while I just said, ‘Oh, what Anderson and Duchovny went on to enjoy the heck! Let’s do it!” Also, the chance to huge career success. reunite with Duchovny was hard to pass For Anderson, the role that changed up. “After shooting the last film, we still her life and launched her as a global thought we would get to do a third,” she

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says. “But then it never happened. So I thought it would be great to be able to work with David again and get some closure to what had been a major part of our lives.” Re-launched as a six-part ‘event’ series running in the UK on Channel 5, the show has been well-received by fans and critics alike for capturing the mystery and nostalgia of the original while updating its approach for the digital generation. What has also been noted is how fantastic both title stars look and how the screen still fizzles with their easy chemistry. Anderson in particular has barely aged and still radiates luminous beauty, with the trademark porcelain skin and reddish-gold hair that made her a poster girl for sci-fi fans the world over. Off-screen, one of Anderson’s more startling traits is her rather proper British accent. So accustomed are we to seeing her on TV speaking with an American drawl that it is easy to forget she has spent a lot of her time in the UK. Born in Chicago, she grew up in Crouch End until the age of 11 when her parents

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moved back to America. Then, aged 24 and living in New York, she landed her breakout X-Files role. Anderson considers herself both British and American but for the last few years she has been based firmly in London where she lives centrally with her sons Oscar, nine, and Felix, seven. Her love of the capital is well known and she has said in the past that when she arrives back in town she likes to gaze out of taxi windows to “soak in the city I feel so grateful to live in”. In the intervening years since we last saw her as Scully, the 47-year-old

SHE LIKES TO GAZE OUT of taxi windows to “SOAK IN THE CITY I FEEL so grateful TO LIVE IN”

has been carving out a new identity in a variety of TV series including BBC2 dramas The Fall and Hannibal. Since turning 40, Anderson has experienced a resurgence. In particular she has been hailed for her role in The Fall, where DSI Stella Gibson is an icy but gifted detective who strides down the corridors of Belfast’s central police station. Brought in from the Met to solve a series of murders, she terrifies male colleagues with her confident sexuality and incisive brain. The show is shot in Belfast and a third series is expected this year. Anderson is known for playing strong, outspoken females, and her role in The Fall is no exception. “Stella is one of the most difficult but creatively satisfying characters I’ve ever played,” she says. “It’s been an honour to be in her company, even though it’s a complicated process for me to play her. It’s also easier to work when you don’t have to be on a plane all the time and you feel you’re not disrupting your life with your children as much.” In 2014, Anderson took a job even closer to home when she played Blanche DuBois in A Streetcar Named Desire by Tennessee Williams at the Young Vic, for which she won the Evening Standard

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ARTS & CULTURE / PROFILE Anderson is used to playing strong women

Reunited with David Duchovny's Agent Mulder

I'M DRAWN TO PLAYING complex

and troubled women

AND THOSE ARE THE CHARACTERS that

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HUMAN NATURE

Theatre Award for Best Actress and a Laurence Olivier Award nomination. In June this year she will reprise the role at St Anne’s Warehouse, a theatre in New York, an undertaking the busy actress is both excited and exhausted by. “It’s going to be very demanding and draining but it’s such a great and important role,” she says. “I’m often drawn to playing complex and troubled women, and those are the characters that give you so much insight into human nature. Human beings are complicated creatures, aren’t we?” Indeed, Anderson herself is a complicated and mysterious personality. She is understandably guarded about her private life, having been married twice and having once revealed that she’d had relationships with women in the past. Also, during the original X-Files run there were rumours of both a love affair and a fallout between Anderson and Duchovny (though it’s difficult to know how much of that was imagined by fans desperate to see the great on-screen romance reflected in real life). Whatever their differences,

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Anderson says she and Duchovny are “a lot closer” than before. “We’re both a little older and have a little more perspective that probably comes from being parents and going through different struggles in our lives,” she says. “Now we see that it’s easier to support each other and enjoy our friendship and the time we’ve been able to spend together.” For the record, Anderson is now very much single and enjoying her life in London. “I’m so lucky to have such great work,” she told The Telegraph last year. “I’ve got a fantastic life, I have a wonderful relationship with my kids and there’s nothing lacking.” The prospect of a new relationship, however, remains possible, with Anderson stating that although she

thinks “it is better not to manipulate the situation” she is sure that she wants her next relationship “to be the one” – regardless of who that person is. “To me a relationship is about loving another human being,” she remarks philosophically, before going on to say that gender is, in her eyes, “irrelevant” when it comes to romantic relationships. With her triumphant return to the small screen in full swing, there’s every possibility that Anderson will be too busy, “either filming or on planes or putting my sons to bed,” to find her potential soulmate. In the meantime, though, she remains content to discover everything London has to offer.  l The X-Files airs on Channel 5

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DREAM TEAM Model of the moment Gigi Hadid stars in this season’s Versace campaign, which was snapped by uber photographer Steven Klein under the creative direction of Donatella Versace. The ‘Urban Jungle’ collection is (as ever) a riot of bold colour and print. versace.com

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st y l e C e n t r a l

Ankle tie shoes, butterfly handbags and spring coats are topping our shopping list this month Wo r d s c h a r l o t t e a d s e t t

WASOKAN Wo r d s h e l e n b r o w n

asokan is the first authentic Japanese fashion retailer to open in London. Traditional silk kimonos are at the heart of Wasokan’s offerings, which, for women, spans 10 different styles and an almost endless variety of beautiful patterned silks. The team of highly trained staff help customers select the kimono that is just right for them, both in appearance and personality, thanks to a one-on-one fitting experience. With prices starting at £1,000 and three different sleeve styles there is something for every conceivable occasion. Wasokan has also created two unique products specifically for the European market; the new generation kimono and kimono separates. Designed for regular use new generation kimono are washable and are available in more modern and lightweight materials than silk. “I love my pinstriped new generation kimono because it enables me to do everything I need to do as a busy woman working in London. The best thing about wearing it is that there are no rules,” says Chiaki Tanaka, London store manager. Prices for new generation kimono start from £500. Wasokan is particularly excited to launch its kimono separates to the European market. Currently the range comprises 40 silk jackets and skirts. “Not only are our separates a great gateway product for full kimono, they are also strong fashion pieces in their own right for people of every culture,” says Ikeda. Prices start from £800 for both a silk jacket and a long silk skirt. ◆

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Gowns Galore Maticevski

Australian dress designer Toni Maticevski has just joined avenue32.com, our go-to site to discover new fashion talent. Maticevski’s ready-to-wear collection showcases his mastery of drape and cut with innovative sculptural gowns perfect for the upcoming black tie season. avenue32.com

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FASHION / NOTES

6 of the best

TIED UP Dior

With the all important ankle tie, this high shine pointy toe heel is the stand-out shoe of the new season. We predict a stampede for these patent pumps, so step to it. £700; dior.com

editor’s

SPRING COATS

PICK

April showers are a breeze with these chic cover-ups

EARN YOUR STRIPES Étoile Isabel Marant

There is no escaping the colourful stripe trend this spring. We’ll be teaming this nautical-inspired wrap jacket with pale blue cropped jeans for a classic take on the look. Breeda wool blend jacket £365; net-a-porter.com

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The Parisian label currently shaking up the fashion industry, Vetements eschews traditional fashion trends and focuses instead on singular pieces with immediate appeal. Designed by an anonymous collective, Vetements elevates deceptively simple wardrobe staples such as jeans and floral dresses with meticulous construction. Vetements available at mytheresa.com

BAG A BUTTERFLY Va l e n t i n o

One to covet, Valentino’s new My Rockstud butterfly tote is a fun addition to any handbag collection. Exquisitely crafted from buttery smooth leather, the ladylike bag is adorned with appliqué butteflies, love hearts and arrows. £2,030; harrods.com

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01. CALVIN KLEIN COLLECTION Stretch-crepe coat £1,395; net-a-porter.com 02. MAISON MARGIELA Cotton trenchcoat £1,665; harveynichols.com 03. JONATHAN SAUNDERS ‘Clere’ ombre wool coat £1,295; matchesfashion.com 04. GIAMBATTISTA VALLI Cotton cocoon coat £2,485; matchesfashion.com 05. VIVETTA 'Glenda' embroidered cotton trenchcoat £745; avenue32.com 06. VALENTINO Wool coat £2,315; harrods.com

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VELET SUIT JACKET, £1,710 AND TROUSERS, £890, MARNI ‘ANOUK’ SATIN PUMPS, £395, JIMMY CHOO 22K GOLD LONG TUSK EARRINGS, £210, DINNY HALL CRESCENT MOON NECKLACE, £7,250, ANNINA VOGEL RINGS, FROM A SELECTION AT ALEXIA JORDAN AND MARIA BLACK

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Pink Lady Pink has painted itself as the stand out colour of the season P h o t o g r a p h y K at e M a r t i n Fashion Charlot te Adset t

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SILK SHIRT, £295, BELLA FREUD CRESCENT MOON NECKLACE, £7,250, ANNINA VOGEL GEOMETRIC-JACQUARD PRINT TROUSERS, £255, ETRO AT MYTHERESA.COM ‘WAVY DOLLY’ PATENT PUMPS, £495, CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN 22K GOLD LONG TUSK EARRINGS, DINNY HALL RINGS, FROM A SELECTION AT ALEXIA JORDAN AND MARIA BLACK

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SILK TOP, £700 REEM JUAN SHEALING JACKET, £495,CHARLOTTE SIMONE FRINGED SKIRT, £1,470, TIM RYAN RINGS, FROM A SELECTION AT ALEXIA JORDAN AND MARIA BLACK

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SATIN MAXI DRESS, £985, PAULE KA AT HARVEY NICHOLS RINGS, FROM A SELECTION AT ALEXIA JORDAN AND MARIA BLACK

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‘VERA’ SILK-TULLE MIDI DRESS, £758, MARIA LUCIA HOHAN AT MATCHESFASHION.COM RINGS, FROM A SELECTION AT ALEXIA JORDAN AND MARIA BLACK

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DOLCE & GABBANA

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Stretch-knit dress £2,475 matchesfashion.com

ROKSANDA SS16

Embellished lace mules £695; harrods.com

ANDY WOLF

Acetate sunglasses £265; andy-wolf.com

MARNI

Cashmere & angora blend coat £2,110; net-a-porter.com

OSCAR DE LA RENTA Tweed pencil skirt £960; net-a-porter.com

GUCCI

Silk-crepe blouse £680; matchesfashion.com

ROSIE ASSOULIN

Cut-out cotton culottes £2,000; farfetch.com

YELLOW FEVER

STELLA MCCARTNEY ‘Falabella’ fringed mini bag £950 matchesfashion.com

Say hello to sunshine B y Charlot te Adset t

ANYA HINDMARCH

‘Smiley’ leather sticker £125; anyahindmarch.com

PROENZA SCHOULER ‘PS11’ mini leather shoulder bag £1,175; mytheresa.com

TOD’S

Lizard driving shoes £260; harrods.com

GIANVITO ROSSI

Patent leather pumps £485; mytheresa.com

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POWER COUPLE New York designer Zac Posen has temporarily traded the catwalk for the make-up palette in his limited edition collaboration with MAC. It contains all the essentials so, in the words of the man himself, ‘you can have that wonderful red carpet moment every day.’ maccosmetics.co.uk

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Boutique openings, lipstick launches and our pick of the very best hand creams W o r d s C AT H E R I N E H A L E S

STRIP Islington

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etting a bikini wax can be a daunting task. Whether you’re self-conscious, particularly sensitive or just busy, finding a good salon can be a game changer. Strip Boutique in Islington is a new addition to the Strip brand, which already has wax bars in Notting Hill, Soho, Chelsea and the City. Not just a salon, Strip also sells lovely lingerie, stylish swimwear and beauty products as well as providing waxing services. I popped in for a Hollywood bikini wax but at the sight of the sumptuous treatment room and my smiley technician Alice, I am moved to ask if they can possibly sort out my slightly overgrown brows, too. Luckily, Alice assures me that it's no problem and she quickly and efficiently shapes my brows while I lie back and relax. For the bikini wax, Strip uses Lycon; this is a ‘hot wax’ (despite its relatively low temperature) that is both efficient and less painful than strip wax. Let's face it: having hot wax poured on a sensitive part of your anatomy and then ripped off quickly is never going to be entirely pain-free, but practical and competent Alice makes the entire experience comfortable and devoid of any awkwardness by keeping me talking. After we’re finished, Alice gives me tips for aftercare to avoid ingrown hairs and recommends I use Lycon Anti Bump Foaming Gel. I emerge smooth and without any lingering discomfort. ◆ ●STRIP BOUTIQUE 164 Upper Street, N1 stripwaxbar.com

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Spring Fling T o m Fo r d

Tom Ford wowed the fashion world by debuting his Spring/Summer 2016 Womenswear collection in a video released online. Now you can recreate all of the striking beauty looks with the new Tom Ford Runway Color SS16 Collection, which ranges from vivid, glossy lip shades to shimmering, metallic eye shadows. tomford.com

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editor's

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SLICK MOVES

HAND CREAMS

Yv e s S a i n t L a u r e n t B e a u t é

Spring beauty is all about high shine and high impact. These brand new shades of Rouge Volupté Shine OilIn-Stick Lipstick achieve both and with 12 to pick from, you’ll be spoilt for choice. Our favourite? The sultry N°48 Smoking Plum. £26; yslbeauty.co.uk

HEAVEN SCENT

Jo Malone

Purveyor of perfumes and beautiful cream boxes wrapped in ribbon, Jo Malone is arriving in Spitalfields this April. Whether you’re on the hunt for the perfect gift or a little something for yourself, stepping into the chic, striped boutique is always a treat. jomalone.co.uk

FRESH FEELING

Acqua di Parma

The latest addition to Acqua di Parma’s Blu Mediterraneo collection smells like a warm day on the coast. Cedro di Taormina contains top notes of citrus and basil with middle and base notes of lavender and cedar. Fresh and fruity, this is our scent of the summer. £61 for 75ml; johnlewis.com

BRIGHT IDEAS Algenist

Already a big name in the skincare game, San Francisco brand Algenist has made the logical leap into make-up with new skin-perfecting range, Reveal. It uses microalgae techonology to colour-correct and even out skin tone. We particularly love this Color Correcting Finishing Powder. £32; uk.spacenk.com

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1. DR. HAUSCHKA HYDRATING HAND CREAM, £12.75; dr.hauschka.com 2. LA ROCHE-POSAY CICAPLAST MAINS, £6.50; escentual.com 3. CREME DE LA MER THE HAND TREATMENT, £70; cremedelamer.co.uk 4. RESURRECTION AROMATIQUE HAND BALM, £25; aesop.com 5. ELEMIS BRITISH BOTANICAL HAND & NAIL BUTTER; elemis.com 6. NATURA BISSÉ ESSENTIAL SHOCK INTENSE HAND CREAM, £40; harrods.com 7. SUSANNE KAUFMANN NOURISHING HAND CREAM, £26; liberty.co.uk 8. BYREDO SUEDE HAND AND NAIL CREAM, £42; byredo.co.uk

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Audacious lipstick in Bette, £24; narscosmetics.co.uk

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Rouge Pur Couture in The Matte – 206 Grenat Satisfaction, £26; yslbeauty.co.uk

Chubby Stick Moisturising Lip Colour Balm in Richer Raisin, £17; clinique.co.uk

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Pure Color Matte sculpting lipstick, £22; esteelauder.co.uk

MAC

Lip Pencil in Burgundy, £12.50; maccosmetics.co.uk

SISLEY

Phyto Lip Shine in Burgundy, £29; sisley-paris.com

CHARLOTTE TILBURY

Matte Revolution lipstick in Glastonberry, £23; charlottetilbury.com

SHISEIDO

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Lacquer Rouge in RD607, £23.50; houseoffraser.co.uk

TOM FORD

Matte Lip Colour in Velvet Cherry, £38; selfridges.com

Rodarte AW16; rodarte.net

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Lip Parfait in Crème de Cassis, £19.50; uk.spacenk.com

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Rouge Eclat in 20 - Red Fuchsia, £19.50; clarins.co.uk

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FIT FOR A QUEEN The Berkeley Hotel is celebrating the Queen's 90th birthday with ‘Prêt-à-Portea – The Royal Collection' in which biscuits, fancies and choux buns in the shape of the Queen's most memorable hats and handbags will reign. There's even a vanilla biscuit crown with edible diamonds. £45 per head, 18-24 April; the-berkeley.co.uk

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CONFIDENTIAL East London’s food news and delicious things to see you through April Wo r d s P E A R L B OY D

A GREAT MATCH Wine and food pairings for April B y J a n e Pa r k i n s o n

WILD GARLIC SOUP

he delicious tangy flavour of new season wild garlic is captured at its best in a simple soup; and a white that isn’t too dramatic in flavour but lively and crisp really respects the soup. Northern Italy is a haven for such wines and this one from Lugana would be terrific. ● Zenato Villa Flora Lugana 2014 £9.99, waitrose.com

HALIBUT & MASHED POTATO

ish and Chablis is as classic a match as you can get, but a meatytextured fish such as halibut shouldn’t be paired with any wallflower Chablis – it needs something with personality. This has fleshy peachy roundness as well as a cool blade of lemony freshness. ● Samuel Billaud Chablis Les Grands Terroirs 2014, £12.95, thewinesociety.com

PASSION FRUIT PANNA COTTA

he exotic flavour of passion fruit screams out for something equally ripe and vibrant in flavour. This Chilean sweet wine is a serious bargain. Made with the Moscatel grape, it’s pungent with lavender aromas while the tropical flavours make it a heavenly match here. ● Vistamar Late Harvest Moscatel 2015, £6.99 (37.5cl), majestic.co.uk

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Clean Cakes

Henrietta Inman’s new recipe book Clean Cakes offers a fun, colourful guide to free-from cooking. From roasted root vegetable tarts with spiced sesame crust [pictured] to pristine Black Forest parfait, everything is completely gluten, dairy and refined sugar free and 100% delicious. £20; jacquismallpub.com

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LOOSE LEAF East India Company

A new collaboration between the East India Company and the Royal Albert Hall has spawned a special afternoon black tea blend. At the same time, a carefully curated selection of teas is available at the venue now. eicfinefoods.com

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Jar of Gin Created by r e vo lu t i o n

BOTTOMS UP The Cocktail Trading Company

Recently relocated from Soho, the immensely popular Cocktail Trading Company can now be found on Brick Lane. Come for the 400 strong back bar of rare spirits, stay for the stylish decor and welcoming atmosphere. thecocktailtradingco.co.uk editor’s

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Beefeater gin • Lavender syrup tonic • Lemon • Cucumber • Rosemary ◆

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Pour a generous slug of gin over ice; add half a teaspoon of lavender syrup and some lemon and cucumber slices. Top with tonic and a sprig of rosemary. revolution-bars.co.uk

SPIRIT

SWEET BEEFEATER

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Prestat

Celebrating the Queen’s birthday is a Prestat imperative, so stand to attention for 2016’s fabulous chocolate-filled sentry box. £8.95; prestat.com

W o r d s c at h e r i n e h a l e s

CITY SLICK L eman S treet Tavern

Combining the best elements of the Great British Pub with excellent food and drink, the newly-opened Leman Street Tavern sits on the border of the City and provides a stylish postwork haven as well as extensive whisky and wine libraries. lemanstreettavern.co.uk

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t is rare to find a spirit whose bottle so thoroughly captures the liquid within. Angel’s Angel Tears comes in a stunning frosted glass cask that you’ll you keep long after the contents are gone. Speaking of which, the vodka (which should be served ice cold) is smooth, velvety and made from the finest ingredients direct from Georgia. Beautiful, memorable and, above all, delicious. ◆ I

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Oriole Bar Drink your way around the world in just one night Wo r d s J a m e s S ta n i f o r t h

eneath the floors of Smithfield Market, Nightjar’s younger (but bigger) sister, Oriole, is resurrecting a forgotten spirit: adventure. Part speakeasy, part tropical lounge, this is what a cocktail bar should be and it breaks the rules with new drinks that are as intriguing as they are delicious. Featuring three sections Ω Old World, New World and The Orient Ω the menu is inspired by drinking habits from around the globe. It’s a voyage of discovery and, just like any good adventure, it lets you explore places you’ve never been before. One particular highlight is the Virginia Don. This mix of whisky, tobacco liqueur and rose ice is a smokey and floral concoction inspired by the 18th century Tobacco Lords who made their fortunes trading alcohol, sugar and tobacco from the Old World to the New. Served with a miniature bouquet of frozen roses it’s seriously impressive. Meanwhile, the New World’s Zapotec is a mezcalbased tomato cocktail that is spicy and citrusy, with an umami kick. It pairs perfectly with a plate of tuna nikkei. Finally, proving that they can still get the basics right, their Manhattan is made with a signature twist Ω a cherry coated in bitter chocolate, suspended on the side of the glass. This drink sums it up perfectly: go to Oriole for a faultlessly adventurous but sophisticated night out. 

Galley London

What happens when a chef and a stylist go into business together? We find out

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his stylish new Islington eaterie was founded by a brother and sister duo – he’s a chef and she’s a stylist. With a long stint as head chef of Randall & Aubin under his belt, Marcel Grzyb has devised a seafood-heavy menu for Galley, his first own venture, named for the long theatre-like kitchen where he and his team perform. The place looks stylish, fresh and shiny, with lots of elegant details (sharp menu fonts, filament bulbs, crackle-glazed crockery and beautiful glasses). We’re offered seats at the kitchen counter, but prefer to sit more cosily at a table at the back. First off there’s a lengthy gin and tonic menu that includes ingredients such as frozen grapes, cardamom and basil. To eat, there are ‘small plates’ and ‘large plates’; we choose a (quite large) selection

of small ones. So there’s crispy Cornish squid with Japanese pepper sauce; yellowfin tuna tartare with wasabi nori crisps and mango; and octopus and chorizo with garlic pesto, all of them clever and faultless, but for us the real hero dishes are two less showy-sounding but impressively creative salads. Padron peppers with paneer, carrot and quinoa salad with teriyaki dressing is not only pretty but intriguingly delicious, as is goat’s cheese with barley and pea and mint salad. For pudding we eschew dessert cocktails (despite one of them featuring actual coco pops) and choose a white chocolate panna cotta with passionfruit and honeycomb. It looks as pretty as anything, but as we’ve realised by now, Galley’s not just a pretty face.

● galley london

105-106 Upper Street, N1, 020 3670 0740 galleyn1.co.uk

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● oriole bar

East Poultry Avenue, Smithfield Markets, EC1A; oriolebar.com

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BRIGHT FUTURE Roksanda Ilincicâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Blossom range is packed with catwalk-worthy pieces for little ones, further closing the gap between child and adult styles. Mini fashionistas will love the bright colours, fun stripes and girly prints, while each piece is cut to be comfortable and to allow for plenty of movement. Available at harrods.com

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G irls Talk to B oys The debut collection from Girls Talk to Boys has us pretty excited. Inspired by geometry and the constellations of the Milky Way, it embraces both flights of fancy and streamlined simplicity. Compatibility and layering are key, offering countless cool looks for busy mamas and their kiddos.

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from backpack, holdall and satchel designs to suit your style and requirements. Each Tiba and Marl bag bolsters its chic aesthetic with a padded changing mat, bottle compartment and wipe-clean lining. We’d give Tiba and Marl three thumbs-up if we could. ◆

Laurence King books

Nina Chakrabarti's fashion-themed illustrated activity books have delighted tots for some time and now her new Hello Nature volume is designed to inspire children to explore all the weird and wonderful things they can find outside. Full of things to draw, make, colour and grow, this one’s a keeper. £12.95; laurenceking.com

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everything a summer collection should be – sun-drenched colours combine with jersey cotton, woven cotton and chambray pieces, while the brand’s signature masks remain and additional accessories include totes, socks, beach towels and sliders. u beauloves.co.uk

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Beau Loves ¢ Beau Loves’ new range is

Blossom and Crumb ¢ Cake-making just moved up a notch (or several). Blossom and Crumb baker Megan Collins whips up sumptuous combos including chocolate brownie with dark chocolate ganache and Swiss meringue buttercream. Clearly not just for kids… ◆

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hanging bags have long required a radical facelift – millennial mums deserve more than the frumpy floral things that have monopolised our stroller handles for years. Thanks, then, to Tiba and Marl for swooping to the rescue with their range of quilted, leopard-print and eco-conscious fauxleather solutions. Choose

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The best choice of luxury hotels on the island

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ri Lanka’s history is a turbulent one. Years of civil war and environmental disasters could have left the country in dire straits, and while the political situation is far from stable – corruption is still a problem and cultural tensions run high – the fascinating history, ecological abundance, and beauty of the island has kept it on numerous travel hotlists. In recent years, the country has become a top destination, but rocky PRIVATE VILLA AT terrains and little investment in SUN AQUA PASIKUDAH the east coast means that foreign feet have rarely strayed far from the country’s capital, Colombo. Typical travelling routes don't venture far from the lush, culturally rich region of Kandy in the Central Province, where the ancient monarchy once ruled, and Galle in the southwest, which offers a stellar combination of seaside bliss and an opulent cultural heritage. Sure, these destinations are beautiful and make for a wonderful travelling experience, but there is more to Sri Lanka, brought to the region by foreign investment and it lies on the east coast. diminished. Since the war finally ended in Sri Lanka’s civil war, a battle that 2009, venture in the province has gradually spanned 25 years, divided the country, improved and reconstruction is well seeing the east coast abandoned by all under way. A glut of new resorts is under economic and touristic infrastructures after development along the area’s most desirable being left devastated by intense fighting stretch of coastline, Pasikudah Bay. One of between the Tamils and Sinhalese. the first to open here was five-star resort With its largely Tamil and Muslim Sun Aqua Pasikudah at the end of 2014. population, the east coast fell into what Getting to the hotel isn’t as easy as it is seemed like a state of disrepair. Tourism to get to hotels on the western province, was shot, and with it the influx of money so hopping on a seaplane when you arrive

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in Colombo is probably your best bet, taking in some of the most breathtaking views over the undulating landscape. Arriving in Batticaloa you will see bullet-riddled shacks and collateral damage from the shattering 2004 tsunami. These remains offer a harrowing insight into the hard reality people in this territory faced during the conflict. A quick 20-minute drive from the seaplane reservoir and you’re at the resort, enjoying a warm Sri Lankan welcome. The main building is surrounded by private villas, which all sit facing the azure Indian Ocean. Each building houses a large bed, private outside area and al fresco bathroom area, with some even boasting their own plunge pools. If you’re lucky enough to bag one of these, be sure to take a magical midnight dip for a spot of stargazing. The grounds are home to a gym and beauty salon, the holistic Sun Aqua Spa, and a large granite swimming pool which faces onto the beach. The long stretch of golden sand boasts the longest shallow coastline on the island of Sri Lanka and shares the same water as the neighbouring Maldives – so you know you’re in good company. Another big draw at Sun Aqua Pasikudah is the food. Gourmet cuisine from around the world is available (you can have eggs benedict for breakfast, for example) but it’s the traditional Sri Lankan cuisine you want to save your appetite for. Local ingredients are used where possible, with many grown in the hotel’s gardens.

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SRI LANKA'S LONGEST SHALLOW COASTLINE AT SUN AQUA PASIKUDAH

There are five dining options: our favourites are Latitude for all-day casual al fresco dining, and the Pavilion, which houses a glass-enclosed wine cellar and is ideal for a private celebratory dinner. The lunchtime buffet at the former is quite something – expect a spread of spicy Sri Lankan curries, enormous prawns, roti, dhal, gotu kola mallung (a salad of chillies, ginger, shallots and freshly grated coconut), eggplant moju (deep-fried aubergine with chilli, mustard seeds, cloves and ginger), all finished with bowls of exotic fresh fruit. While the resort offers plenty of activities to keep you entertained for well over a week – scuba diving, volleyball, eating and lying in the sun are just some of the activities you can partake in – a trip to the local sights is well worth pulling yourself away

from the sun lounger and frozen strawberry daiquiris for. A must-do is an excursion to the Maduru Oya National Park, where you’ll likely spot everything from wild boars and water buffalo to the enormous Sri Lankan elephant. Another expedition worth considering is a trip to Dambana to visit the last remaining tribe of Sri Lanka’s indigenous people, the Vedda (which translates as “hunter” in Tamil). While there’s not much to see other than the villagers going about their everyday tasks, there is also a museum with more details about their culture. The service, style and attention to details at Sun Aqua is exceptional, so while you’ll discover a whole new world, with it will be all the luxury comforts you could hope for. A trip to remember indeed. u

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for this year’s Bahrain Grand Prix race, “On the edge of action”, encapsulates the spirit of the event and promises a real spectacle over the three days in April. Those travelling to Bahrain, either for the race, for business or for pleasure will see the Grand Prix splashed across Gulf Air’s inflight magazine Gulf Life, their inflight TVC and in the Gulf Air Falcon Gold Lounges located in Dubai, Bahrain and London Heathrow. Passengers will be able to peruse the in-flight entertainment from the luxury of the 30 new Falcon Gold Class; these new seats, designed with passenger feedback in mind, convert into fully-flat beds with ample space between seats and even a massage feature. Each seat also comes with complete Audio-Video on Demand (AVOD) features,

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VOTTELER’S CHAIR, £2,125

ANGLE DELIGHT German furniture brand Walter Knoll has breathed new life into Arno Votteler’s armchair, a midcentury masterpiece originally launched in 1956. The angular armchair harks back to the austere Scandinvian sensibility of the 50s, featuring a delicate, tubular steel framework and solid wood armrests. 42 Charterhouse Square, EC1M, 020 7796 5950; walterknoll.de

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WOODENDOT

Batea Side Table in Grey; £154, clippings.com

TAMASINE OSHER Pedal Pod; POA, tamasineosher.com

Natural Selection HAY

Stanley Stool; £109, pinkappledesigns.co.uk

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The S ofa & Chair Company The Sofa & Chair Company has taken the next step in its design evolution, launching a stylish new range of bedroom furniture named Darwin. Featuring elegantly curved legs and brass handles, the chest of drawers is crafted from solid wood, with a striking mahogany veneer finish. Inside, the drawer boxes are finished in warm, chocolate-tinted faux leather. thesofaandchair.co.uk

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HOMES & INTERIORS / NOTES NORMANN COPENHAGEN VITRA Bau Pendant Lamp; £135, Cork Family Side Table; £324, nunido.co.uk amara.com

EAST MEETS WEST

Iittala x Issey Miyake Bring a new kind of harmony into your home with this innovative combination of Scandinavian and Asian craftsmanship. The Iittala x Issey Miyake collection combines timeless design from opposite sides of the world, Finland and Japan, and is fusion furniture at its best. iittala.com

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PICK IN A PINCH

Moebe The work of cabinetmaker Anders Thames and architect Martin D. Christensen, the Pinch is a wholly sustainable way to organise those messy odds and ends. Formed by two pieces of solid oak and rubber, you can hang papers and posters, organise documents or display your favourite items. twentytwentyone.com

ORÉE

Stylograph; ¤400; oreeartisans.com

BLOCK DESIGN

Peg Board; From £25, blockdesign.co.uk

PLASTIC FANTASTIC

My Kilos Forgoing traditional and trendy materials, My Kilos haven chosen polyethylene as the main material for their latest collection. The collection from the Berlin design studio adds steel, sheet metal or a sleek steel bassinet to pieces of cold, hard, shiny plastic. mykilos.de

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HAVE MUUTO

Turn Around Juicer in Beech Wood; £25, goodhoodstore.com

PAPER DREAMS

Graham & Brown Inspired by jagged stone, this ‘Paradox’ wallpaper is the work of a very unusual design duo: Kelly Hoppen and magician Dynamo. The pair have created a wallpaper collection called ‘Illusionist’ for Graham & Brown with some of the profits being donated to the Prince’s Trust. grahambrown.com.

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WEWOOD

Casanova Sideboard; POA, wewood.eu

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Lunetto Bedroom Cabinet in walnut

Nox Wardrobe

Team 7 Lunetto Bed at Wharfside

NATURE CALLS Bring harmony to your bedroom and embrace the wooden trend with Wharfside Wo r d s r o s e n o e l

espite still being in its early stages, 2016 seems set to be the year of mindfulness. Combine this with growing awareness and efforts to preserve the environment and it makes sense that trends in interiors are leaning towards sustainable and natural materials, with homeowners eschewing metal and plastic in favour of wood. This is where Team 7 come in. Pioneers of natural sustainable living, they put a premium on guaranteeing all the materials they source are acquired fairly and ecologically; the company has

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even been awarded the renowned Green Good Design Award from the Chicago Athenaeum Museum of Architecture and Design. Their aesthetic is clean and classic with a contemporary edge, which explains why Wharfside, the UK’s leading supplier of contemporary luxury furniture and kitchens, is their main stockist. Wharfside’s commitment to Nox Bed

design and bespoke furniture has kept them on the cutting edge of interiors for over 50 years with wood remaining at forefront of what they do. And it’s not just about looks: recent research suggests that removing metal from bedrooms can actually aid natural sleep patterns and lead to a better night’s kip. The logic is that metal accumulates electrical charges that can distort the body’s own electrical field, which makes it harder for your body to heal and sleep. While most wooden bed frames contain a little metal at the joints, Austrian-crafted Team 7 beds are built with traditional slot-in joinery meaning they are entirely metal free.

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RESEARCH SUGGESTS

that removing metal

FROM BEDROOMS CAN

actually aid natural SLEEP PATTERNS

in an elegant S-line at the corners. The contemporary design is heightened by the impression of the bed floating above the floor. You can choose between a leather or solid wood headboard to finish it off. Valore is a Mediterranean-inspired collection, with several headboards to choose from, including one with a concave moulding reminiscent of a Greek pillar – ideal for anyone looking to make their bed a centrepiece and add a little luxury to their room. For the more understated, there’s Lunetto; a collection that is specifically designed to provide a compact footprint and whose versatile beds come in futon, standard or deluxe height. Whether you are looking for decadence or demureness, visit the Wharfside website to bring a little of the outside in this spring. 

wharfside.co.uk Lunetto Bed and Wardrobe

Like all brands stocked by Wharfside, Team 7 is built to last; all of their bedroom furniture is made from natural hardwoods, exclusively finished with herbal oil and, although very stable, the pieces can be easily dismantled meaning that nothing need be left behind when moving house. Team 7 has three distinct collections to choose from when crafting your bedroom, each containing beds and other bedroom furniture such as chests, bedside tables, wardrobes and sideboards; all available at Wharfside. The Nox collection is an example of sophisticated carpentry with the solid wood edges of the bed rounded in opposite directions, uniting

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INSIDE STO R Y

Brighten up your home with these stunning interior buys from the O2 Centre, Finchley Road ABSOLUTELY MAGAZINES

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pring into the warmer months with a little help from the interior experts at Finchley Road’s O2 Centre. With an abundance of homeware options, from leading names such as Habitat, BoConcept and Oliver Bonas, you’ll be sure to be on trend for SS16. By incorporating fresh, crisp colours and quirky accessories you can update your home to reflect any interior design style. Whether you’re planning a big change or just want to update the accessories, our experts are on hand in-store to help you pick the perfect interior products.

We love this quirky floor lamp available from Habitat for £225. With its bright summertime colour this piece is not only practical but it will look great in any room. Place it behind your favourite armchair or in your office for an instant style injection.

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Sink into this beautiful roll top bath and relax after those busy days. This bath would look great in either a modern or more traditional bathroom – either way you’re guaranteed to soak in luxury. It’s an investment piece at £749.99 from Homebase.

This incredible Carlton corner sofa, with resting unit, is a show-stopping piece of fancy furniture. Get it at BoConcept for £7,196 and watch all of your visitors covet this sumptuous sight.

You’ll never have to worry about running out of drinks while you host a barbeque or party. This amazing drinks dispenser, available for £10 from Tiger Stores, is ideal for summer soirees, cocktails with friends or for children’s birthday parties.

With its crisp cream colour and sleek gold detailing, this metal suitcase is the perfect addition to any household this spring. We love the adaptability of this piece - whether you decide to use it as storage, a coffee table, or as a suitcase, you’ll be sure to look ontrend. Pick it up at Oliver Bonas for £95.

Bring the spring in with this plush pillow available from Homebase for £7.99. It’s a classic addition to your home that would look great teamed up with a whole host of different chair and sofa colours and is sure to never look out of date.

Spring into the warmer MONTHS WITH A little help from THE EXPERTS at Finchley Road’s O2 CENTRE

This oak coffee table from Habitat for £450 is a timeless piece that will update any living area. As well as the sleek design, this piece is also practical, with six drawers to accommodate any clutter, helping you to create a summer haven in your home.

Incorporate fresh, crisp COLOURS TO update YOUR HOME

This elegant and sophisticated Ottoman from Oliver Bonas (£385) will add an air of sophistication to your bedroom. It’s perfect for storing bedding or reclining on with a good book.

Brighten up your kitchen table with these bold and beautiful plates available from Habitat for just £5 each. Not only are they sure to brighten up meal times but we can guarantee you’ll be the envy of all your friends at dinner parties.

Water your flowers with this gorgeous floral watering can from Paperchase. It’s versatile so can be used either indoors or outdoors and will take centre stage with its eye-catching design. It’s a steal at £12.50 and perfectly reflects spring.

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We absolutely adore this colourful rug from Habitat at £45. It would look great with light furniture against a crisp white wall. Select some scatter cushions pulling out the different colours of the rug for constituency and style. It’s a fun addition that will see you through the season. 

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HOMES & INTERIORS / INSPIRATION HAY

‘Palissade’ chair, £159, by Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec; scp.co.uk

CRATE & BARREL ‘Cavett Chair’, £1,031; crateandbarrel.com

SOFAS AND STUFF

‘Bermondsey’ sofa, from £703; sofasandstuff.com

KARTELL

‘Maui Soft Armchair’, £336; ariashop.co.uk

NORMANN COPENHAGEN ‘My Chair’, £169, by Nicholai Wig Hansen; rossandbrownhome.co.uk

ROBERTO CAVALLI HOME INTERIORS

‘Wings Chair’, from £8,750; kofc.co.uk

OUT & OUT ORIGINAL

‘Winston’ armchair, £299; outandoutoriginal.com

CONTENT BY TERENCE CONRAN ‘Matador’ armchair, from £995; contentbyterenceconran.com

FRANCE AND SON

Suite, £3,300, by Peter Hvidt; thepeanutvendor.co.uk

PAD LIFESTYLE ‘Lola’ high back armchair, £549; padlifestyle.com

HOT SEATS

This month we go back to basics with simple seating By jessica klingelfuss

KAKI KROENER

‘Tango’ armchair, £1,475; urbanlivinginteriors.co.uk

OLLI ELLA

‘Ro-Ki’ rocker nursing chair, £795; olliella.com

JONATHAN ADLER

‘Aspen’ sofa, £3,950; jonathanadler.com

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Pot Luck

Exhibiting work by more than 80 of the world’s most talented ceramicists, Ceramic Art London finds a new home at Central Saint Martins this April Wo r d s h e l e n b r o w n Images courtesy of Ceramic Art London

ne of the most ancient industries on the planet, ceramic artistry boasts an impressive history. Since humans first discovered that clay could be dug up from the ground, people have been fashioning objects in it – from the urns of antiquity to the cereal bowls of today. The technology and techniques in ceramics have undoubtedly changed, but the basics remain. Ceramic Art London is the leading showcase for contemporary ceramic art and one of the most dynamic displays of the industry’s finest from across the globe. This year’s instalment will take place from 8 to 10 April in a new home at Central Saint Martins’ new building in King's Cross, a move across town from its original residence at the Royal College of Art in Kensington. The fair, now in its 12th year, will display over 80 artists and a varied selection of exciting and challenging work. For those already in the know, this is an opportunity to explore further and buy directly from the makers. For gallery owners and collectors, it’s a chance to snap up new talent. Visitors will enjoy meandering through the vivid displays in the beautiful Grade II listed Victorian Granary Building. The venue recently underwent a £200m

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PIECES RANGE FROM functional

everyday homewares TO unusual figurative SCULPTURES

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accessible for creatives and collectors alike. The relationship between Ceramic Art London and Central Saint Martins is bolstered further with an exceptional display of work by current ceramics students, offering an additional platform for emerging talent.  8 - 10 April Granary Building, 1 Granary Square, N1C ceramics.org.uk renovation by Stirling Prize-winning architects Stanton Williams, and it now offers natural light radiating from a glass ceiling three stories high. If the artwork doesn’t do enough to astound you, this idyllic, historic setting surely will. The show brings a plethora of dynamic, up-and-coming artists hailing from Germany, France, Ireland, Japan, South Korea, Australia, Denmark and Spain. On offer will be items ranging from functional everyday homewares such as bowls and vases to more unusual figurative sculptures and art, alongside a lively programme of events on each day of the fair. One name to look out for is leading ceramist Sun Kim. Her range

of functional ware explores traditional and contemporary aesthetics, and draws on her upbringing in Korea, Brazil and England. For something a little less niche, the colourful, quirky and thought provoking design pieces from Myung Nam An are sure to draw much attention. Exhibited works will encompass the full range of ceramic-making techniques, from traditional methods to cutting-edge contemporary processes, and with prices ranging from £30 to £10,000, the event caters to all budgets and interests. With its central location at the heart of the King’s Cross Knowledge Quarter, Ceramics Art London’s new venue at Central Saint Martins will be easily

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LONDON’S PRIME INVESTMENT RISERS Words N I G E L L E W I S

ecent tax changes have been heralded as a potential death knell for property investment in London’s prime neighbourhoods. But is that really true? We take the measure of the market. The fourth of December 2014 is not a date many who invest in London’s prime property would like to recall. During the Autumn statement that year, Chancellor George Osborne had announced a new way of calculating Stamp Duty that increased the tax bill for anyone

LONDON PRIME AREAS

BY HOUSE PRICE RISES/FALLS %

C A NA RY W H A R F

WA N D S WO R T H

11.3%

3.3%

PRICES YEAR ON YEAR

But some parts of prime central London are still struggling as fresh Stamp Duty changes just for buy-to-let property buyers (an extra 3%) are set to kick in in April this year. Both the 2014 and most recent measures are putting off international buyers in particular and who make up a third of all purchases in these areas, the company says. This has split London in two. On the one hand are the super-prime areas where asking prices are still very ‘soft’ (as agents like to say) while the outer prime areas away from central London remain relatively healthy for investors.

ISLINGTON

KINGS CROSS

7.7%

3.2%

CITY & FRINGE

HAMPSTEAD

7.5%

PRICES YEAR ON YEAR

Q U E E N ’ S PA R K PRICES YEAR ON YEAR

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CLAPHAM

PRICES YEAR ON YEAR

4.5%

2.4%

BARNES

CHISWICK

4.3%

2.2%

D U LW I C H

WIMBLEDON

4.2%

2.0%

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Prices are still rising in these areas, albeit not at the spectacular rates seen a few years ago, these recent figures from Knight Frank reveal. For example, their research highlights the 17 prime areas of the capital where house prices are increasing fastest. All the others including: Notting Hill, South Kensington, St John’s Wood, Knightsbridge, Hyde Park, Chelsea, Belsize Park, Belgravia and Battersea, all saw flat or dropping prices over the past year*. u

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2.6%

PRICES YEAR ON YEAR

buying a home over £500,000 by at least £15,000 and the new rules kicked in three months later. Agent Marsh and Parsons says that between September 2014 (when it was announced) and March 2015, the new system stalled both the number of homes sold in London’s prime market and pushed down prices. If you look at the Marsh and Parsons figures then although house prices in prime London have dropped over the past year, they are starting to pick up again.

PRICES YEAR ON YEAR

6.5% PRICES YEAR ON YEAR

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PRICES YEAR ON YEAR

FULHAM

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Woodland Gardens – I sold this house to a couple who walked in to the hallway and even before taking them round to see the rest of the house, looked at me and said that this is where they can see themselves for the next 30 years.

How much Muswell Hill has changed over the years – a real community of growing families and single professionals.

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Probably my own property which I agreed to buy in a swap with a couple who wanted to scale down and their ideal property just happened to be the flat that I owned. hen I valued this charming property in Royal College Street I knew straight away there would be significant interest. When a good property comes to the market, it is often priced too high as agents have competed with each other to win the instruction. Having been valuing homes in the area for nearly ten years, I was well aware of the highest price achieved for a property

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KNIGHT FRANK

AG E N T O N D E S I G N

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What have you learnt about the local market?

N20

£2,500,000

e have always known the importance of pricing correctly when valuing property and Belsize Park is no exception. However, where prices are realistic, in many cases we have achieved the asking price or higher for our clients as demand for this area remains strong. As well as its beautiful architecture, the area is well served by its fantastic schools, great local amenities and transport connections. In a market such as this if you overprice ever so slightly you get nowhere, get it right and you end up with excellent results. We have had huge success since opening this office and as a location it has almost bucked the trend seen in other central locations such as St Johns Wood, Hampstead and Notting Hill. It is important to make sure your property is given the best exposure possible and the Knight Frank brand has the biggest International reach. We have seen a large amount of buyers from other central locations shifting to Belsize Park as it represents good value comparatively. With our first birthday approaching in the Belsize Park office, we couldn’t be happier to be on England’s Lane. u

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Knight Frank Belsize Park, 020 3815 3350;

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PAGES LANE N10

£2,250,000 ormerly a convent, this house was originally built circa 1865 in the Georgian style. With five bedrooms, four bathrooms and a south facing rear garden, it would be the perfect fit for a growing family. Sympathetically converted in 2001 into three houses, these homes on Pages Lane were originally known as Springfield House. The house and grounds can be seen on the earliest Ordnance survey map and was purchased by the St. Martin’s nuns who had fled France in 1907. The Convent Chapel

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www.castles.london

Linzee Road, N8

ÂŁ1,350,000 Freehold

A beautifully presented, four-bedroom, Edwardian family home with a desired blend of period and contemporary detailing with a private, rear garden. Set on a residential road between the parks of Priory and Alexandra offering easy access to a host of transportation links into the City and West End. Further comprising though-reception, kitchen/diner, two en-suites and family bathroom.

Ridge Road, N8

ÂŁ1,999,999 Freehold

Exceptionally imposing, 5-bedroom, double fronted, end of terrace period family home positioned on an elevated residential road offering far reaching and tranquil views. The property offers space in abundance and retains a host of enviable period features. Further comprising 3 receptions, kitchen/diner, ground floor guest wc, en-suite and balcony to master bedroom, additional en-suite and family bathroom, storage cellar and southerly facing rear garden.

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Grand Avenue, Muswell Hill, N10

£1,750,000 Freehold. Sole Agents

The Avenue, Muswell Hill, N10

£1,575,000 Freehold. Sole Agents

Situated in the Fortis Green conservation area is a truly outstanding four bedroom interior designed mid terraced Collins built Edwardian family home. This fine property has been tastefully updated throughout which includes a spectacular contemporary kitchen/diner with double glazed concertina doors that leads onto a beautifully landscaped rear garden. The house also benefits from many original period features and off street parking for two cars. Located within moments walk from Muswell Hill Broadway and within catchment for Tetherdown primary and Fortismere secondary schools. Also within easy access of Highgate and East Finchley tube stations (Northern Line). Contact our Muswell Hill Office on 020 8444 1771

Set over three floors is an impressive five bedroom, three bathroom, linked terraced turn of the century family residence which is being offered in excellent condition and provides extremely bright and well-proportioned accommodation throughout (2435 sq ft). This fine home boasts a fantastic kitchen/breakfast room leading out to a super 62’ south-west facing rear garden. From the upper levels there are some spectacular far reaching views; added benefits also include off street parking. Situated within a short walk from Alexandra Park, palace and its mainline station providing easy access to the City (Moorgate and Old Street), also close at hand is Bounds Green tube (Piccadilly Line). Within catchment of Alexandra Park secondary school and favourable distance of Rhodes Avenue primary school. Contact our Muswell Hill Office on 020 8444 1771

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Weston Park, Crouch End, N8

£735,000 Shared Freehold. Sole Agents

Situated on one of Crouch Ends finest roads is this delightful Edwardian conversion full of charm and character. This period residence boasts many features including high ceilings, sash windows and fireplaces . The accommodation comprises of two bedrooms, spacious reception, kitchen/diner, modern bathroom and a private secluded rear garden. There is ample storage throughout including a large cellar and the additional benefit of having planning permission granted to extend at ground level. The location is central and close to local boutique shops and restaurants and the open spaces of Priory Park and Alexandra Palace. Transport links are within walking distance, Hornsey Railway station and bus routes W3 and W7 to Finsbury Park rail and underground station provide easy access to the City and West End. Contact our Crouch End Office on 020 8341 4050

Long Lane, East Finchley, N2

£1,175,000 Freehold. Sole Agents

An extremely spacious five bedroom Victorian semi detached family home located in the heart of the Old Village. The property benefits some fine period features, well appointed rooms throughout, a modern luxury kitchen, modern bathroom, utility/shower room and larger than average 150’ rear garden; also with the advantage of off street parking for two vehicles. Long Lane is ideally located within a ten minute walk to the local shops and within half a mile to East Finchley Tube (Northern Line). Contact our East Finchley Office on 020 8883 1001

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IN THEIR OWN

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Sam Shah MANAG ER

Benham & Reeves Residential Lettings

REBECCA NOONAN

ith experience of working in the Dubai property boom under my belt, a 2010 move back to the buoyant London market seemed like a natural career progression. Having caught the property ‘bug’ out in the Emirates, I jumped at the opportunity to help set up the Short Lets department at Benham and Reeves Lettings. A year later, the branch manager position at their Beaufort Park branch became vacant and again, it seemed like the right option. One thing that working in both Dubai and London has taught me, is that the property business is more often about people than it is about bricks and mortar. Although there’s an undeniable glamour attached to many of the negotiations that I’ve been involved in, it’s helping to fulfil people’s vision that matters. My first deal in Dubai was selling £3 million of commercial space; however, it was the opportunity of meeting, doing business and befriending people from all walks of life that provided the stimulus. Beaufort Park has grown

The property business is more often about people than it is about bricks and mortar from a few apartment blocks where mainly locals lived to a well-known development with a truly international feel. Today, we have 20 buildings and over 2,000 homes. It attracts high calibre professionals to NW9, people who once would never have considered living outside central London. Developments of a similar standard in central London are far more expensive, but here tenants can find affordable quality. What applicants may not know about is the area itself – that’s where my local knowledge comes in. Every applicant is different and the challenge is to find them a home that meets their criteria. As many are new to the area I can tell them about what it has to offer – the amenities, shops, schools and transport.

Our philosophy is to build longterm relationships with clients, landlords and tenants. Lettings is about people - developing ongoing relationships by offering top level service and building trust. Much of our business is referrals from existing clients which I believe reflects this approach. Business at Beaufort Park has tripled since I joined and with this boom in rental demand, competition for properties is strong. So a key trend we’re noticing is the move towards longer, two or three year tenancies, with tenants keen to stay long-term rather than having the hassle and expense of moving. The highlight of this year has been the launch of the Constantine apartments in January – tenants love the feel of a brand new apartment and demand has been extraordinary. One bedroom apartments are achieving £320-£330 per week and two beds £410-£420 per week. With demand growing, we are now taking on instructions at other local developments, as Colindale as an emerging location puts itself firmly on the map amongst renters seeking value and quality. ◆

BEAUFORT PARK / 020 8732 7980 / brlets.co.uk

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Independent Estate Agents Residential Lettings & Management

Lansdowne Road

N10

£1,400,000 Freehold

An expansive and “Chain Free”, late Edwardian, semi-detached house, which has been recently refurbished and extended, providing a delightful family home - for comfortable modern living within a period setting. The house, spread over 3 floors, has 5 good sized bedrooms - one with an en suite bath and shower room and 2 with a shared en suite shower room. There is a spacious formal reception room, and a smart, newly fitted kitchen - leading to a wide, dining area - opening to a capacious family room - bathed in daylight through a wall of double glazed bi-folding doors, overlooking and opening to the approx. 52ft. North Easterly facing garden. Also a family bathroom, a utility room and downstairs loo, GCH, an alarm, plus a single garage and a shared driveway.

Maidstone Road

N11

£995,000 Freehold

Situated in a sought after, tree lined road, only moments’ walk from Bounds Green Tube Station and close to a variety of local shops, is a wide, double fronted Victorian house, priced to allow for some updating, to reinstate as a super family home. Currently setup as 2 flats, the house would then encase 4 double bedrooms - with potential to create an additional bedroom and en suite bathroom into the expansive loft - 2 reception rooms, and a bright and spacious kitchen/diner - opening to the garden - plus a utility room and a downstairs loo. There is also gas central heating, a deep front garden - for possible off street parking - and an approximately 100ft long south westerly facing rear garden, with a side access path to the front.

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Springfield Avenue

N10

£775,000

Share of Freehold A delightful and tastefully updated, garden maisonette, with a pale interior décor, on the ground floor of an Edwardian, semi detached, end of terraced “Arts & Crafts” house. This spacious garden maisonette has 2 good sized bedrooms - plus a study area - a lovely reception room and a modern “Shaker style” fitted kitchen/diner - all with solid oak wooden floors. There is also a white fitted bathroom, gas central heating, a private front door - within a recently extended brick and steel entrance porch and seating area - an approximately 50ft. long, private section, of the superb landscaped garden - backing onto “The Grove” in Alexandra Park - a driveway with off street parking for one car.

Alexandra Gardens

N10

£575,000 Leasehold

A “Chain Free”, garden maisonette, on the ground floor of a Victorian end of terraced building, which has 2 good sized bedrooms, a reception room and a spacious fitted kitchen/diner - opening to the garden. There is also a private front door, gas central heating, a private, Westerly facing, landscaped, patio garden and a new 999 year lease. The flat is situated only a short “uphill” walk from Muswell Hill Broadway, with its variety of shops, restaurants and buses towards Highgate Tube Station - for speedy journeys to the City and West End.

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MUST HAVES ‘It’s what people want’ Words N I G E L L E W I S

he wish list requests that both prime buyers and renters demand from their agents, builders and interior designers range from super luxury necessities to amusing but also bizarre requests. Our London residential experts spill the beans.

RACHEL THOMPSON

may already have four or five homes in other cities around the world so they want a property in London which they can move straight into,” he says. “They are time-starved and may only be in town for a few weeks at a time so they look for beautifully designed homes which don’t require any further work. “Staff accommodation is another feature high up on the list of priorities amongst prime property purchasers, along with the latest in home automation, walk-in dressing rooms, treatment rooms and his and her bathrooms."

Staff accommodation is another feature high up on the list of priorities

PHIL COTTON

Director, home technolog y specialists Finite Solutions

“Our clients are usually wealthy and sometimes famous people and they often have very unusual demands including panic rooms with their own food and water supply, thermal imaging cameras that can differentiate between animals and humans, encrypted telephone lines and broadband connections, TVs concealed behind mirrors and fingerprint activated locks,” he says.

RICHARD BARBER Director

at estate agent W.A.Ellis

“Wine cellars are very popular and many people install equipment to regulate the temperature and maintain humidity levels. Also, people often like to have a space where they can create a display feature with their wine collection. A wine cellar can certainly add to the wow factor of a property, more so than bar areas which are now outdated."

Partner

at The Buying Solution

“I once visited a development of a lovely mews house and there was a beautiful vintage Jaguar in the garage,” she says. “The developer had installed a glass wall between the study and the garage whereby with a touch of a button, the glass went from being opaque to clear so you could admire your car.”

FELICITY WALKER Sales Manager

at Foxtons, Kensington

“Prime buyers are quite detailed in their approach to a property,” she says. “They want to know where their Italian marble came from specifically and who the original interior designer was.”

BEN WILSON Director

at developer Residence One

“Our ultra-high-net-worth clients are increasingly looking for ‘turn-key’ homes because at this level a buyer

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PROPERTY / STAR HOMES CHARLIE WILLIS

Head of L ondon Residential

at Strutt & Parker

JO ECCLES

Manag ing Director

of Sourcing Property

“The homes which are being built for the super wealthy typically come with every facility you might need because it’s all ‘on demand’ and they don’t need to leave the haven of their home if they don’t want to,” she says. “For example, super prime homes are usually built with a hair salon room, beauty room, swimming pool, gym, study and library room (which can double up as a home office), staff quarters, and a staff kitchen for event catering needs and so on. A number of our clients at this level will also buy properties with adjoining mews houses so staff can stay nearby, or they’ll buy properties very close to their home for their team of staff."

TREVOR ABRAHAMSON Agent

Glentree International

“A lot of our clients want a fully kitted out wine cellar with tasting area and a private cigar room too,” he says. “Also, these days a two-car garage is an essential pre-requisite for viewings and increasingly people want room for their classic car collection too.”

REBECCA WAKEFIELD

Creative Director

at developer Banda Property

“The right amount of technology is important – there is a very fine line between having exceptional and seamless technology and overdoing

A lot of our clients want a fully kitted out wine cellar with tasting area

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it,” she says.“We find that most of our clients and buyers require an audio visual system that is simple to work, but increases the efficiency of day-to-day life. Also, I would say heating, lighting and water remote operational use is a must but some ‘unnecessary’ technology such as electronic curtains and fingerprint key access to doors and safes can concern some buyers.”

ANDREW HAWKINS Director

at developer Rocket Investments

“Two trends in the new homes market in London are firstly superfast broadband, which is a must, as well as communal entertainment services. For example, the Atlas Building development of 300-plus apartments near Old Street in the heart of London’s digital hub Tech City, will offer residents their own cinema and private resident’s lounge as well as the usual gym, swimming pool and spa. Prices start from £698,000.”

CHARLIE BUBEAR Head of Savills

Chelsea

“Buyers now have pretty high kitchen expectations and want a high tech room to whip up a weeknight masterpiece, entertain on a grand scale, finish homework and act as the all-encompassing heart and soul of the household,” he says. “The chosen brand says a lot; Smallbone for the classic, Bulthaup for the efficient and Boffi for the super high end. Kitchens can make or break the sale and a shabby kitchen can cheapen the property’s appearance or value.” u GET INTO THE KITCHEN: HAUTE CUISINE AT HIGHBURY PLACE, N5 FOR £5.65M. SAVILLS ISLINGTON, 020 7226 1313.

PHILIP EASTWOOD L ondon Head

at The Buying Solution

“Not to be outdone by their wife’s handbag-and-shoe stuffed wardrobe, some of our male clients believe their wardrobe cannot be complete without an inbuilt watch winder for their extensive collection of Swiss watches,” he says. “This is something we have seen on a few occasions at the top end of the market, notably in St. John’s Wood and also Chelsea.”

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“We are seeing a bit of a backlash against having too much technology in the home – people want their homes to look and feel simple and intuitive and more importantly, be easy to live with and uncomplicated to fix when things go wrong,” he says. "There is a growing trend for more interiors created by British craftsmen, so there seems to be a focus on provenance and ‘Made in Britain’ fixtures and fittings. We are also seeing more unusual ‘extra’ fitness rooms in prime central London one-off properties – like Bikrum yoga rooms or spinning rooms.”

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Crossfield Road, Belsize Park NW3 A wonderful two bedroom garden apartment

KnightFrank.co.uk/belsizepark belsizepark@knightfrank.com 020 8022 5463

For sale is this delightful two bedroom garden apartment located in the heart of Belsize Park, close to the Jubilee line and within walking distance of Primrose Hill. The apartment boasts a bright reception room with direct access to a private garden and patio, a modern kitchen, two double bedrooms, family bathroom, guest cloakroom and a utility room. The property further benefits from a spacious summer house. EPC: D. Approximately 90.41 sq m (972 sq ft). Leasehold

Guide price: £1,195,000 KnightFrank.co.uk/HAM110200

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Gilbey House, Jamestown Road

ÂŁ1,700,000 leasehold

A very well presented duplex apartment arranged over the top 2 floors of the former Gilbeyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gin warehouse, located on the edge of the Regents Canal & boasting 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, large reception room, roof terrace & private parking.

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PROPERTY / COUNTRYSIDE

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

uitarist Ronnie Wood is currently on a South American tour with the Rolling Stones, but the 68-year-old is a changed man since his wild days with the band. In his autobiography he admitted that during the early 1970s his home was “becoming a hive of recording activity as well as a thriving debauchery camp”. That home was The Wick in Richmond and at the time it included a cottage at the bottom of the garden where, for four months, Keith Richards lived. The Wick was once owned by actor Sir John Mills and the sound of the wind around it reportedly inspired wife Mary to write the novel Whistle Down The Wind, which was made into a film and an Andrew Lloyd Webber musical. It’s now owned by The Who’s Pete Townshend. But Wick Cottage, which used to sit at the bottom of the garden, has since been fenced off and is now for sale. The Grade I listed five bedroom former coach house is next to Richmond Park and has a large garden with panoramic views over Petersham Meadows. It’s on the market for £3.65m. u Hamptons 020 8940 2772; hamptons.co.uk

escape in the 1984 Brighton hotel bombing. You also may need to be in control of national budgets to afford its price tag of £30m. u Savills 020 7730 0822; savills.com

IT’S IN FRANCE, ACTUALLY

ctor Colin Firth’s starring role in the 2003 film Love Actually was all about falling for his cleaner at his new French home. You remember his going all soppy eyed over Aurelia, and the two of them subsequently jumping into his French home’s lake to rescue the pages of his book. The scenes for Colin’s aquatic amorousness were shot in the house and lake at this Provençal-style house, an hour’s drive from Nice near the village of Vidauban. It not only boasts a private lake but also 10 acres of vineyards and an outdoor swimming pool. So if you’re a fan of the festivethemed flick, which starred the late Alan Rickman as well as Emma Thompson, Hugh Grant and Bill

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RIVERSIDE HAUNT OF TWO ROLLING STONES

Maggie fans will be glad to know it retains some mementos of her time there

1990, albeit after a short stay in Dulwich. She lived there until her death in 2013 and since then developers have spent 18 months giving the six bedroom, Grade II listed home a complete overhaul adding a lift, a garage and joining on a mews house at the back. They also dug down into the basement and kitted out a media room, bar area, gym and temperature-controlled wine cellar. However, Maggie fans will be glad to know it retains some mementos of her time there: an inlaid ‘73’ plaque in the doorstep and bomb-proof front door – a legacy of her narrow

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THIS LADY WASN’T FOR OVER SPENDING

his is the swanky townhouse where Margaret Thatcher and husband Dennis ended up after being ousted as prime minister in

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£6.9 Million

£30 Million

Nighy, then make a bid for this five bedroom property. It comes with a guest house, garage, and an open fireplace in the living room all for €1.3m. u Groupe-Mercure +33 05 34 417 427; groupe-mercure.com

FITZROVIA FLAT HAS A FRIENDLY TENANT

ormer Friends star Matthew Perry disappointed the sit com’s fans around the world recently when he failed to join his co-stars in a rare reunion. Jennifer Aniston and Matt LeBlanc among others got together for a tribute honouring TV director James Burrows, but Perry was too busy treading the boards in a West End play which he penned himself, The End of Longing. While he’s in London, the actor is staying in this penthouse, which is on the market for £6.9m. It’s

part of the Fitzrovia Apartments development and has a dramatic double height lobby leading into a landscaped garden. The building has kept many of its original features from when it was a hospital, such as the Grade II listed waiting hall which has been transformed into working studio space. u Manhattan Loft 020 7620 3803; manhattanloft.co.uk

WOULD THIS BE A CATASTROPHIC BUY?

ans of dark TV rom-com may fall inappropriately for this super-stylish flat – because it was used as the on-screen home of Rob’s AA buddy in TV series Catastrophe. The one and a bit bedroom property has also featured in TV’s The Honourable

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Woman and Silent Witness, and is a nice little earner for the owners. Formerly an art gallery, it’s got high ceilings, original brickwork, steel columns and has a modular floor that runs from inside to outside on the ground floor, with under-floor heating throughout. It’s got a reception room and mezzanine office space on the ground floor, while the adjacent kitchen and dining room have glazed doors onto a patio garden. A spiral staircase connects the lower level where there’s a single sleeping area including a large master bedroom with en-suite. Dingley Place is in Clerkenwell not far from the City, and is for sale at £2.15m. u The Modern House 020 3795 5920; themodernhouse.net

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50 years of fulfilling dreams

...for all generations

LISSENDEN MANSIONS, DARTMOUTH PARK, NW5

£995,000 LEASEHOLD

A two double bedroom, top floor apartment situated within a mansion block and located moments away from the Heath. THE OWNERS LOVE…

WE’VE NOTICED…

“We love the views across London from the balconies”

The property is within walking distance to both Gospel Oak overground and Kentish Town tube stations.

“The amount of light flooding into the flat is wonderful and we benefit from both morning and afternoon sun at each end of the property” “Being so close to the Heath has been such a pleasure over the years”

• Two double bedrooms • Open plan living • Eat in kitchen • Two modern bathrooms • Upper Floor • Three balconies • EPC Rating: E

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CONISTON ROAD, MUSWELL HILL, N10

£1,750,000 FREEHOLD

A five bedroom, Edwardian family home located near Muswell Hill Broadway. THE OWNERS LOVE…

WE’VE NOTICED…

“Impressive room dimensions, including high ceilings and beautiful windows allow natural light to flow into this perfect home for a growing family”

The house sits between Fortismere and Alexandra Park Secondary schools.

“Open plan kitchen diner is perfect for entertaining with patio doors opening onto the garden and patio area” “Not forgetting all the local area has to offer, with parks, schools and local amenities all in walking distance”

Muswell Hill Broadway, Alexandra Palace and numerous public transport options are all within easy reach. • 5 Bedrooms • 3 Reception rooms • Self-contained studio flat • Three bathrooms and downstairs W.C • Built in wardrobes and storage • Built in speakers in living areas • EPC Rating: D

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