AUGUST 2011
SHORE THING
TRIED & TESTED
Our interiors page goes coastal
TATAMI HEALTH
ON LOCATION
Portofino THE RESORT ON THE ITALIAN RIVIERA
BOY FROM THE HOOD Noel Clarke: Our latest Hollywood export
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EDITOR’S PICK
Three MUST SEE events this month…
12 TALKING TO NOEL CLARKE
The uprising star from inner-city London
26 SWIMSUIT SPECIAL: LIFE’S A BEACH
Make a splash with our pick of the season’s sexiest swimwear
47 SHORE THING: INTERIORS Get beach-chic in our guide to cute coast-inspired products
52 IN THE OPEN AIR
Ken Ludwig talks about his Regent’s Park theatre production, Crazy For You
Regulars EDITOR’S LETTER FAMILY
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MOTORING
FOOD & DRINK
WHAT’S ON
INTERIORS
PROPERTY
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Up on the Roof
EDITOR’S LETTER
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his month my mind has turned to the rooftops. There is something so magnetising about the largely hidden world above our heads - and something calming too. As the song has it, ‘When this old word starts getting me down’ an escape to the nearest rooftop, away from the hustle and bustle of the busy streets, can provide sweet relief. And a quiet rooftop can provide a truly relaxing change of perspective, as you gaze down at the distant swarming masses like a bird. That’s one reason why I love rooftop venues - but there are many more. One undeniable attraction is that they seem so ingenious - making the most of disused space that many of us would simply overlook. It reminds me of the potted gardens of New York – bright oases of greenery breaking up the grey stone vistas of high-rise apartments – or the buzzing warehouse parties that so often take place atop the skyscraping buildings. The fact that these spaces have always existed above our more typical meeting places makes them all the more magical. You have the sense that they’ve been laying dormant, patiently suffering their dereliction, secret edgelands just waiting to be transformed into a hive of activity by creative hands and minds. From the pop-up bar and diverse events programme of the Dalston Roof Park and the rooftop film club at Shoreditch’s popular hangout The Queen of Hoxton (see our Editor’s Pick page) to the somewhat more snazzy rooftop pool at Shoreditch House and The Boundary restaurant’s summer grill, London businesses are busy with all kinds of roof experiments: and London residents even moreso. Allotments, herb gardens, flower boxes and even bee-keeping - all are now popular pasttimes for Londoners who have put their green fingers to work not in their gardens, but in the air above their heads. This month, why not grab your copy of The City & Angel and head up to the nearest rooftop to enjoy it? It’s the perfect way to catch a few August rays while absorbing the sun-kissed delights of our new travel page and spectacular swimsuit fashion special - alongside all the other compelling content you’d expect from the area’s premier luxury lifestyle magazine. Make the most of the last remnants of Summer and we’ll see you next month!
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MUSIC FIELD DAY FESTIVAL 6TH AUGUST
Now in its fifth year, the discerning music lover’s festival of choice aims to bring ‘pioneering’ artists to Victoria Park. This year’s line up includes Anna Calvi, Jamie Woon, The Horrors and DJ Erol Alkan.
fielddayfestivals.com, Victoria Park, E9 7DD
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EDITOR’S Three of the best local PICK things to do this month EXHIBITION DUFFY EXHIBITION RUNNING UNTIL 28 AUGUST
FILM ROOFTOP FILM CLUB RUNNING THROUGHOUT AUGUST
I’m chuffed about the arrival of this new outdoor film experience showing classic, cult and recent film releases on the rooftop of the Queen of Hoxton in Shoreditch. The Summer is great for open-air films and sunsets and now there’s a venue for it on our doorsteps with fabulous food and cold beer to boot. rooftopfilmclub.com, Queen of Hoxton, 1-5 Curtain Rd , EC2A 3JX
Idea Generation gallery are presenting the first ever full retrospective of Brian Duffy - a man who is said to have changed the face of British photography. The career retrospective coincides with the publication of Duffy – the first and only book of the photographer’s work. Duffy’s newly restored body of work firmly cements his place in British photography as part of the notorious ‘Black Trinity’ that defined the visual language of swinging sixties London. The resulting collection of iconic, rare and unseen works provides a veritable catalogue of 60s and 70s cultural iconography: from Hollywood royalty Michael Caine, Brigitte Bardot and Sidney Poitier; to the greatest rock stars such as John Lennon, David Bowie and Debbie Harry; through to sixties beauties Jean Shrimpton and Joanna Lumley; the literary legend William Burroughs and many more. http://gallery.ideageneration.co.uk,
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LOCAL OFFERS
MY LITTLE
BLACK BOOK This month’s best deals, bargains and must-haves – get your pens at the ready!
£150 OFF AT HAMPSTEAD HYPNOTHERAPY The Virtual Gastric Band is a new and fast growing aspect of hypnotherapy and the preferred alternative to Bariatric surgery. Designed for people who find it difficult to lose weight on their own, the treatment utilises a patient’s conscious and unconscious mind to the maximum benefit without undergoing a risky surgical procedure. Hampstead Hypnotherapy are offering £150 off this treatment until the end of August. hampsteadhypnotherapy.com Belsize Health, 16 England’s Lane, NW3 4TG
FREE CLASSES AT PILATES HQ
Whether you’re a pilates devotee or a complete beginner, there’s no excuse not to shape-up this summer with free classes at Pilates HQ. Situated in the heart of Angel Islington, the light-filled studio space, complete with roof-garden and skylights, feels a world away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Quote ‘ANGEL2011’ when booking to get your first class for free and an extra free class with every purchase of 5 or more classes in August and September 2011. Email info@pilateshq.co.uk or call 020 7812 1132, pilateshq.co.uk
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ACUMEDIC FREE OFFER ACUPUNCTURE CONSULTATION AND SESSION Acupuncture is now widely recognised as an effective and safe treatment for all kinds of health and skin conditions. But did you know that the oldest, largest and most renowned clinic in Europe is right on your doorstep? AcuMedic in Camden Town has a team of expert doctors with specialist clinics in infertility, andrology, skin conditions, stress/depression and weight loss. AcuMedic has treated over 40,000 patients in over 35 years; there is simply no clinic with as much clinical experience. AcuMedic are offering a FREE consultation and session of acupuncture worth £40! Just quote the code ZEST8 when booking and you can experience the amazing effects of acupuncture in the hands of our expert doctors. 101-105 Camden High Street, NW1 7JN 020 7388 6704, acumedic.com
Terms: Offer can only be used once per patient. Offer expires end of September 2011. Any agreed herbal prescription or other services are chargeable. Infertility and Andrology appointments are normally £65 therefore this offer will entitle patient to £40 off these appointments.
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SUMMER SALE
Don’t miss The Black Swan Interiors sale. Buy modern quality furniture and lighting at great prices. All sale items are exceptional value and furthermore, our readers get a 15% discount of any non-sale items during August by presenting a copy of this advert upon purchase. BLACK SWAN INTERIORS Open 7 Days, Customer Parking 85 Canonbury Road, N1 2DG, 020 7226 1006 blackswaninteriors.net
North10 Summer Sale Fed up with your pockets not being deep enough to afford the designer brands you need? Well worry no more. Take a visit to the designer fashion sanctuary that is North10; currently stocking must have brands from Abercrombie & Fitch to Hollister and Franklin & Marshall at 50% off the retail price. It’s certainly worth a peep... 020 8444 4972
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City&Angel: Social Scene
Kings Place
The venue held their Summer Party on 4th July in thanks to the ongoing support of their Events programme. Kicking off with cocktail making in the Battlebridge Room, canapés and drinks served on the waterside terrace followed and continued with live music, more summer cocktails and delicious food. 90 York Way, London, N1 9AG
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LOCAL NEWS
FOR THE KIDS... HEATWAVE SUMMER ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS AND YOUNG PEOPLE
Our Editorial team had the pleasure of attending one of the world’s most exclusive garden parties last month. Concour’s D’Elegance held a three-day luxury event at the end of July at the exclusive Hurlingham Club in Fulham. The exhibition featured leading luxury car, helicopter and yacht manufacturers as well as numerous iconic brands. There was also a fashion show and a Concours vintage car rally including over £100m worth of classic cars. Fancy! concourslondon.com hurlinghamclub.org.uk
City SPY
A round-up of what’s happening in the area SMOOTH EXTENSIONS OPENING IN ISLINGTON
Smooth Extensions is a brand new salon in Islington opening this month. Luma, the founder, is passionate about hair and beauty and has many years experience in fitting hair extensions, having run successful salons in her native Brazil. To celebrate the opening, Smooth Extensions invite readers to their open week of 9th -13th August to come and sample taster treatments, free consultations and receive a goody bag. Book a free wash and blow-dry, free file and polish, free style colour/cut and free skin scanning/laser consultations. Call and quote ‘city and angel ‘ to receive a 20% discount. offer ends 31st August 2011, www.smoothextensions. com info@smoothextensions.com 0207 704 1955, 70 Essex Road, Islington N1 8LT
FASTEST GROWING SWEET SHOP IN CHAPEL MARKET!
School’s out for summer! Why not treat the kids with a trip to Sugacane in Islington’s Chapel Market. It’s the fastest growing sweet franchise in the UK and will grow to around 50 stores by the end of 2011. From pic ‘n’ mix to milkshakes, to Italian nougat and Scandinavian salt liquorice; there’s something for everyone. Recently the world’s largest lollipop was created at Sugacane weighing in at a whopping 10 kilos! There’s plans to give it away this Christmas and of course, we’ll keep you posted! 33 Chapel Market, Islington, London, N1 9EN sugacane.co.uk
JOHN AND THE TEAM AT SUGACANE
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CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE AT THE HURLINGHAM CLUB
Boredom is banished this summer as Islington Council launches Heatwave, the annual fun-packed programme of free and affordable activities for young people, with over 200 courses and events for 3-19 yearolds. Activities on offer range from stand up comedy and cheerleading to arts projects and gardening. An Islington Council spokesperson said: “Children and young people will have plenty of things to do and places to go during the summer holidays. Most Heatwave activities are either free or low cost which we know will be good news for parents. There should be something to interest everyone.” For full details see islington.gov.uk/heatwave
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NO LAUGHING MATTER... The BAFTA award-winning Doctor Who and Kidulthood star Noel Clarke discusses his London roots, his success and playing it for laughs in comedy Huge BY JAMES LUXFORD
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escribed as one of the most exciting new talents in British cinema, Noel Clarke arrives to our interview with boundless energy and enthusiasm. Indeed, he has plenty to be enthusiastic about- in just under a decade he has gone from bit-part actor in various TV shows to an established name in both TV and film, with starring roles and director credits to his name. He has also had a plethora of big name co-stars, including David Jason, Clive Owen and Michael Fassbender. “Some of it (his career) is luck, but a lot of it is down to patience” he says when asked what his secret was. “You have to be patient, work hard and believe the right roles will come eventually.” The latest of these roles is in Huge, a comedy starring Clarke as one half of a comedy team who enter the cut-throat
world of stand-up comedy, testing their resolve as well as well as their friendship. He plays Clark, a mild-mannered, almost geeky young man who worships Morecambe and Wise. It’s a different type of role for Clarke, who normally plays tough, streetwise characters. “Clark is different” he agrees, “but that’s acting. You don’t want to play the same character or become known for playing one thing, you have to be open to all types of roles and not limit yourself. That’s not to say I’m not proud of what I’ve done, but I want to be able to make films like Huge, which isn’t the same as Kidulthood or 4.3.2.1. I want audiences to be surprised when they see me in something. Surprised in a good way of course!” Is there any genre he wouldn’t try? “No. As long as the story is good, why not? I try to watch all kinds of movies, because you can pick up styles of
acting and directing that you might not have seen before.” Written and directed by Ben Miller, star of the popular TV show The Armstrong and Miller Show, Huge also opened Clarke’s eyes to the world of stand-up comedy, and how making people laugh can be an often frightening experience. “A lot of the scenes we did were based on true accounts- these comedians working all week on their routine and then they get up on stage and it doesn’t work. The crowd aren’t into it, they freeze up, whatever… it can be all over before you’ve told your first joke. We did a scene where Clarke and Warren mingle with all these established comedians like Jack Dee and Frank Skinner… these are guys who have gone through all of that.” Having won small parts in films and single episodes of TV series in the late 90’s and early 2000’s, Clarke’s big break
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“WITH ‘ADULTHOOD’ WE HAD A COMPETITION WHERE FANS COULD CONTRIBUTE TO THE MUSIC IN THE FILM, WE WANTED TO SHOW PEOPLE THAT THE YOUTH OF LONDON AREN’T JUST HOODIES OR WHATEVER THE PRESS PORTRAYS THEM TO BE, THEY’RE CREATIVE AND THEY WANT TO SHARE THAT CREATIVITY”
series it was difficult to play him, we didn’t know where he was going. Then Russell (T. Davies) built on him for the second series, and he became darker, which made him more fun to play.” He does concede that his appearance in the series will mean that, to a legion of fans across the globe, he will always be that character. “That’s fine” he shrugs, “people know me from Doctor Who and if that means they check out a film I’m in because of that, then that’s fine.Whatever brings the attention to the project.” What those fans may not know is that he is also an accomplished director, first going behind the camera when he was asked to direct Adulthood,
NOEL WITH HIS DOCTOR WHO CO-STAR BILLIE PIPER
game when he joined the ageing cast of the revamped Auf Wiedersehen, Pet as Wyman, a role he would play regularly during the show’s run. He then went on to get the attention of worldwide audiences when he played Mickey, boyfriend to Billie Piper’s character Rose in another revamp, the 2005 relaunch of Doctor Who. “I liked playing Mickey, the role has given me a lot” he says. “It feels like a lot of what happened to him happened by accident. In the first
the sequel to Kidulthood, a movie he starred in. From the success of that, he directed ensemble drama 4.3.2.1. starring Emma Roberts and Tamsin Egerton. His early success has been recognised by no less than BAFTA, earning him the prestigious ‘Rising Star’ award in 2009. “It was a real honour, but at the end of the day it doesn’t mean I relax and take everything for granted” he explains. “It was fantastic, but the next day I was still up in the morning, still
going to work, still doing the washing up. It’s a pat on the back, but in a way it doesn’t change how I work.” A lot of the star’s work has been synonymous with the capital. Both Kidulthood and its sequel, Adulthood, portrayed what life is like for young people in inner city London, and the 35-year-old actor believes this can only be a good thing. “American movies are fantastic, Hollywood is a great place to make films, but they can’t capture the voice of our city or the people who live in it” he explains. “If you’re a young person living in London, seeing yourself represented up there, or streets you walk down every day up on the big screen, it gives more involvement to the story. With Adulthood we had a competition where fans could contribute to the music in the film, we wanted to show people that the youth of London aren’t just hoodies or whatever the press portrays them to be, they’re creative and they want to share that creativity.” Although a proud West Londoner, he studied Media at the University of North London, something he believes gives a more rounded approach to his craft. “Because I didn’t go straight into acting school, I could learn about media, about the process of making something as well as acting, it means I can look at my performance and improve on it, see if I’m doing anything that needs changing.” That professional self-improvement will continue with a move into romantic comedy. He is currently filming The Knot, about an engaged couple encountering numerous mishaps before their wedding. It costars Mena Suvari, star of American Beauty and is planned for release next year. He continues to be associated with the Doctor Who franchise, although no return for his character is on the horizon. “I always say ‘never say never’, but there’s nothing coming up” he reveals. “I feel like we left Mickey in a good place, but I’d love to come back whenever they want me to.” Huge was released 8th July. 13
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From the first Roman settlement to the Second World War, Spitalfields Market has enjoyed a prime position at the heart of an ever-evolving city – and in recent times, it has become more popular than ever. We take a look at its rich and turbulent history
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AREA SPOTLIGHT THEN Behind the imposing buildings and glittering glass towers of London’s Liverpool Street lies one of the capital’s true gems - and one of its most characterful shopping destinations. But Spitalfields Market wasn’t always teeming with the hustle and bustle of life – in fact, it started out as something rather different. In AD300-400, long before the beautiful antiques, quirky fashion and mouthwatering independent eateries we know today, Spitalfields was the site of a Roman cemetery – last resting place for some of the city’s earliest permanent residents. Later, during the 12th century, the Priory St Mary of the Spittle was founded in the area by London citizens Walter Brunus and his wife Roisia. The priory was known as a hospital, but in the medieval period a hospital (or ‘spittle’) was associated with far more than the then-primitive practice of medicine. The word ‘spittle’ stems from the term ‘hospitality’, and the Priory of St Mary of the Spittle was a place of relaxation and entertainment as well as somewhere to receive treatment for your maladies. And wherever people came to enjoy their leisure hours, there was opportunity for trade; for the first time, a small market sprung up on the fields adjoining the Spittle. Over the following centuries, the hospital boasted over a hundred beds, while other buildings along the fields came to include a public house on Red Lion Court and the house of Nicholas Culpeper, a famous herbalist of the time. In 1559, the parish received a state visit from Queen Elizabeth I, an event attended by over a thousand people, including a group of Morris dancers who brought two white bears in carts as gifts for the sovereign. In 1576, the remains of the original Roman cemetery were unearthed, with discoveries including coins minted during the reigns of Emperors Nero and Claudius. A stone Saxon coffin was also found in the area, containing a skull said to belong to a giant; some of the artefacts uncovered at this time are preserved and displayed in Christ Church to this day. Later still, in 1666, the Spittle Fields proved of great service to the thousands of people displaced during the Great Fire of London, with the open ground being used as a temporary refugee camp. The fields were also used as a duelling ground during the Elizabethan era, and served as a useful practice ground for the army’s artillery. But the seeds of contemporary Spitalfields were most
distinctly sown in 1682, when King Charles II granted John Balch, a silk worker, the rights to turn Spital Square, at the heart of the area, into a market for “flesh, fowl and roots”, operational on Thursdays and Saturdays. For the next three hundred years, the market would prove one of London’s busiest, eventually outgrowing the increasingly built-up and crowded area of which it was apart: in 1991, Spitalfields’ fruit and vegetable market moved to a much-needed new home at Leyton, where space was not so limited and the roads not so congested, while the arts and crafts portion of the market remained in the original spot – thus were the Old Spitalfields and New Spitalfields Markets born. In the late 17th century, however, two separate Spitalfields Markets were still a long way off. The big news of the time was the influx of French and Flemish protestants (known as Huguenots) who came to England to escape religious persecution – and who brought with them their artisanal expertise in the production and working of textiles. The silk industry boomed, and its centre was in what was now most commonly called Spittlefields. Now a Mecca for the British silk industry, the area thrived – but the scale of the immigration also brought new tensions. Almost 50,000 people relied on the silk industry for their living, which meant that weavers were forced to work long hours for very little. Watching wealthy clients rake in the benefits while they struggled to sustain their families made them volatile, and anything from a sudden fall in prices to trade rivalry could cause sudden and significant unrest. There were several episodes of disturbance, but the biggest rebellion came in 1765, as riots sparked by the high cost of importing French silk saw the weavers gather to protest in Parliament square. They terrorised members of the House of Lords and led an attack on a duke’s house to expose alleged corruption. The unrest had little effect on the inequalities of the trade and the 19th century saw many Huguenots leave the area for hopes of a better life in America. Jewish and Irish settlers took over much of the trade and, thanks to developments in industrial technology, the clothing trade in what was now known as Spitalfields became increasingly mechanised. It is perhaps also important to note that this was when the bagel was first introduced to the area! In 1875, the lease for the market was
purchased at a public auction by one Robert Horner, and twelve years later the Horner building that still surrounds the core of the market today was completed. Guilds were later established in the building, including one founded by Charles Ashbee, the founder of the Arts and Crafts movement, who built a handicraft school opposite the market. By 1920, Horner had sold the market on to the Corporation of the City of London. The 20th century saw renewed immigration change the face of Spitalfields once again, as West Indian, Bangladeshi, Irish and Scottish communities settled in the area. Perhaps nowhere in London was the ideal of East End community spirit so perfectly encapsulated, at least for a time: during the Second World War, the fruit and veg market traders even clubbed together to buy a Spitfire fighter plane, which they donated to the Royal Air Force in 1940. The plane was called ‘Fruitation’, after the magazine of the National Federation of Fruit and Potato Traders. NOW That spirit remains today: even with the fruit and vegetable market moved east, Old Spitalfields Market remains one of the capital’s premier tourist and shopping destinations, as diverse and dynamic as the centuries and communities that helped to shape it. On ‘Fashion Friday’, Spitalfields shows why it’s the number one place to go for forward-thinking fashion, with every hip up-and-coming designer worth their salt exhibiting their wares, while Thursdays and Sundays see the Antiques Fair draw collectors and City workers alike. Monday to Wednesday are general market days, but really it doesn’t matter when you visit: there’s always something for everyone, and the fun isn’t confined to market stall bargains: the last ten years has seen an incredible rise in the number of offbeat, independent shops, restaurants and other businesses that have sprung up on the outskirts of the market, benefitting from its friendly atmosphere and stylish image. The story of Old Spitalfields Market – complete with colourful characters, a real melting pot of cultures and many economic twists and turns – is a history of London in miniature. Perhaps that’s why it’s still seen today as one of the true emblems of our city – an icon of which we can be justly proud. oldspitalfieldsmarket.com 15
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Perfectly Pampered
The opening of local luxury salon, Smooth Extensions, brings with it a whole new approach to beauty treatments
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erfectly located within sight of the capitals financial heart, the city of London, and only minutes away from London’s west end, makes Angel, Islington the ideal spot for an exciting brand new hair and beauty salon – Smooth Extensions. Destined to appeal to an upscale business and leisure clientele alike, this advanced leading hair and beauty salon is poised to transform the face, skin and hair care of its clients to a new level. The salon – which offers a wealth of peerless pampering treatments, rituals and hair services, is owned by Luma who brings many years of experience gained in her native Brazil. Luma is passionate about hair and beauty and aims to bring the Latin glamour and sex appeal to London in a fun flamboyant way. With complimentary champagne, wine and herbal teas offered with every treatment, we want to not only give above average service, but to educate and inspire our clients. This is approached by creating a fun, positive atmosphere for the client. The interior is total chic and focuses on pure luxury. The Salon uses Loreal Professional alongside the new ammonia free permanent colour – INOA. To add to
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our luxury feel we are also stocking iconic Japanese hair care brand Shu Uemura and incorporating their famous ritual hair and scalp massages – included in every hair service. Enjoy a complimentary personal consultation from one our top hair stylists, then relax and unwind while you hair is washed in our invigorating, vibrating back wash chairs before you choose to have a cutting edge cut, colour, blow-dry or hair extensions using real Brazilian hair. Our lower ground level takes you to an oasis of calm and relaxation spa environment offering a wide range of Dr Murad and Yonka face and body treatments, all beauty maintenance essentials and is excited to announce the revolutionary Soprano Blue XL pain free laser hair removal and skin tightening treatments. With all this available under one roof, it’s up to you whether you choose to spend the day being pampered or simply have a 1 hour treatment. Whichever you choose, we guarantee you will leave the door feeling a brand new, confident, glamorous YOU! Cuts and styles start at just £45 and a Complimentary consultation with one of our therapists and stylists is available for every treatment.
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Nature& Gemma Billington tests the pilates introduction at Islington’s Tatami Health
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rom the exposure and coverage it has garnered in recent years, pilates is something of an exercise du jour - part of the trendy Londoner’s activity schedule - despite being developed in the early 20th Century. As an (admittedly lapsed) yoga fan, pilates had been on my radar to ‘check-out’ for some time. When signing up to a new exercise class, a big dilemma is knowing where to go and who to trust. Every practice has its own ‘style’ and no two classes are the same. Tatami Heath are unique in that all the instructors are trained physiotherapists and their classes are small and tailor-made to an individual’s requirements. The ‘scientific’ aspect of Tatami’s services is evident in the introduction I’ve signed up for: before any exercise today, I’ll be having an ultrasound of my abdomen. It’s not a requirement, but it is a recommended service. As I sit in the stylish reception area awaiting my scan, I’m totally unsure what to expect. In a bustling part of Islington - opposite Angel tube station and Chapel Market - is the chic and tranquil Tatami Health clinic. An open-plan studio with bamboo artwork and wooden flooring projects an earthy yet contemporary space that reflects Tatami Health’s Japanese influence - the word ‘Tatami’ meaning ‘layers’ in Japanese. Ellis Taylor is the Senior Physiotherapist and Director and has worked with numerous top sportsmen and women over the last ten years. My prior knowledge of pilates was somewhat
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limited; I’d heard it was popular amongst dancers as a way to prevent injury, but also that it’s used to aid the recuperation process. Ellis confirms that both are true, but admits that a lot of clients are those who have already sustained damage and need to recover. Ellis guides me through a diagram of what is about to be illustrated on the scan. The ultrasound is similar to one that would be used in pregnancy, and with the cold gel and scanner pressed against my side, I half expect to see a mini-me on the screen. Instead, I’m shown a fascinating insight into my abdomen. The core muscles are made up of the external and internal oblique and the transverse abdominal - illuminated on the screen in shades of grey. I’m instructed to perform a series of pelvic floor and stomach exercises with the internal effects illustrated on the scan while Ellis points out what’s going on and how he detects any imbalances or dysfunction. As the muscles expand and contract like a balloon, I’m told I have an imbalance that could result in back problems later in life - unfortunately, a common ailment given the sedentary lifestyle the majority of us lead. Pilates is designed to strengthen the body and mind through controlling the core muscles which affects the spine. It’s fascinating to see the muscles contract with the slightest movement and jiggle when I let out a laugh. Our hectic lifestyles mean it’s easy to neglect our bodies and get stuck in a destructive
routine; the pilates experience reminds me of my yoga days and how enjoyable it is to really tune in to your body. The exercise room is the most prominent example of the clinic’s Japanese influence, with sliding doors and a Tatami floor - made up of traditional woven mats. This is where the pilates classes are held and Ellis guides me through a series of exercises incorporating the abdominal techniques from the scan. There seems like an awful lot to remember - what breath to move on, what position I should be in - pilates is a cognitive process, the idea being that the core muscle control becomes second nature. I move on to a reformer, a classic pilates exercise machine. The workout is relatively mild but the stretches are definitely felt intensely throughout my body; particularly in my thighs the following day! Ellis remarks that pilates won’t leave you sweaty and exhausted like a typical gym workout, but that it is a process enabling you to control and nurture your body. The customised aspect of Tatami Health’s services (which also include physiotherapy and massage), plus their extensive knowledge and expertise, is really rather special. With so many classes and places to choose from, it’s nice to know that with the Tatami team, you’re in expert hands. Tatami Health, Pearl Studios, 6a Liverpool Road, Islington N1 0PU tatamihealth.co.uk
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Run to the beat of your feet, not your heart For some people the prospect of running for fitness is fraught with the fear of the aches and pains that they suffered the last time they ran, or indeed the aches and pains that they might expect if they were to run!
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t’s said that some people are ‘built’ for running and others not so, but it’s a saying that describes those people that can run far and fast, it doesn’t mean that other body types can’t run for fun and fitness. When we’re asked, as physiotherapists, whether or not someone should run or not and if it would be bad for their knees for example, the immediate and simple answer might very well be no, but a more considered answer is usually yes. Confused? When we’re looking after someone with knee pain, we probably would say no in the short term. Most knee pain is usually caused by pressure travelling through the knee that has been excessive and uncontrolled in some way. In the long term though, we would expect that with a little bit of awareness,
the pressure travelling through the knee could be controlled sufficiently to reduce the pain in the knee, and so we would say yes...but we wouldn’t say to run to your heart’s content! Not yet anyway. It might come as a shock to say that most people have a better cardiovascular capacity than they might expect, particularly if they do some indoor cardio at the gym. It’s actually the muscular endurance of their legs that won’t be on par when running outdoors and this is the discrepancy that gets people in trouble with their knees when they start running. Typically someone starting out at running, or returning to it after a long break, will run until they’re huffing and puffing, start to reach their cardiovascular limits, then they’ll stop and walk a bit before setting off again at a run. By this stage they have usually sailed past the muscular endurance of their legs and their core with reckless abandon to burn those calories and tick off the miles, all to the detriment of their knees. This is what you’d call running to the beat of your heart, and it’s not a great way to start. The safest way to get into running is to run to the beat of your feet. For your first few runs, don’t run with headphones blaring in your ears but listen to your feet instead. They should be quiet and soft. As soon as they start to get loud and ‘slap’ the pavement that’s when you need to stop and walk. This will be well before
you’re properly huffing and puffing. Walk for just a couple of minutes then get back into a ‘quiet’ run again until you get noisy once more. When your feet are nice and quiet, the muscles of your legs are working well to absorb the shock of each step and protect your joints. Once your feet are ‘loud’ then the pressure is going to be excessive in your knees and other joints and that’s when you’re likely to experience pain. The trick then is to gradually build up your running time and distance based not on your level of cardiovascular fatigue - huffing and puffing - but more the quality of your steps, as judged by the sound of your feet. This summer at Tatami Health, we’re offering runners with knee pains or other leggy aches an opportunity to soften their strides and learn to find the fun in running again. Physiotherapist, Ellis Taylor from Tatami Health
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curious minds discover more… If you suffer from an incurably curious mind, come along to one of our free information nights at Intrepid Travel Islington. This month we’re discovering more about Indian cooking, and if you’ve ever been curious about the taste of fried insect, don’t miss our Indochina info night. PLUS enter our facebook competition to win a mystery trip for two and find out where your curiosity will take you!
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Club David Beckham and Robbie Williams soak up the sun by the pool with a host of Hollywood stars nearby, but this isn’t Los Angeles, it’s La Manga Club...
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he exiled Brits have both used the luxurious Spanish resort for rest and relaxation, along with a cast of celebrities led by the likes of Matt Damon and John Malkovich, and it’s not hard to see why. The sumptuous five-star resort boasts more than 300 days of sunshine a year in which to enjoy its private secluded Mediterranean cove or lounge by numerous pools. But anyone preferring an active holiday needn’t worry as there is plenty to keep guests entertained. The resort famously boasts three championship golf courses, with each offering a different challenge. These are complemented by the outstanding practice facilities which include an 80-bay driving range, putting and chipping greens, an 18-hole pitch-and-putt course and a stateof-the-art academy – just what you would expect from a former Spanish Open venue. La Manga Club has also hosted highprofile events outside of golf, with the 28-court tennis centre – offering a variety of surfaces – having been the venue for Fed Cup and Davis Cup matches and Andy Murray and Tim Henman have regularly used the resort for training camps.
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Andrew Castle and Jeremy Bates are also regular visitors, and guests aspiring to their high standards of play can take lessons with the experienced staff in the state-of-the-art academy. The resort a As well as golf and tennis, visitors to La Manga Club can try their hand at a plethora of activities including football, cricket, rugby, horse riding and water sports. On the other hand, those who want to enjoy a more relaxing break can step inside the 2,000sqm Spa La Manga Club where
13 different treatment rooms and deluxe spa suites offer myriad treatment options. Alongside these the facility boasts Jacuzzis, saunas, steam rooms, fun showers and a relaxation area, as well as a large gymnasium and fitness studio and 25-metre indoor swimming pool. Parents might be thinking they’ll have no time to relax with the kids in tow, but La Manga Club’s wide range of activities more than caters for children in addition to a dedicated Junior Club, various academy programmes for sport and dance and the Funlandia programme which offers a host of free activities for children and families. The resort also boasts a fantastic five-star hotel, serviced self-catering apartments, more than 20 restaurants and bars and its own secluded Mediterranean beach. Whether you want to be up and active, relax and enjoy some pampering or holiday with the family, La Manga Club has it all. For more information or to book call 00 34 968 17 5577, email reserve@lamangaclub.com or go to www.lamangaclub.com
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aos is a small, landlocked country, but it packs a (very gentle) punch. In the south, cycle to Wat Phou - a beautiful temple complex reminiscent of Angkor Wat, hunt for dolphins in the watery maze of Si Phan Dhon, or swim in Pakse’s ice cold waterfalls. Head north for tubing in the backpacker’s nirvana of Vang Vieng. Watch out for watersnakes - and that omnipresent rice whisky, Laos Laos, which you’ll be offered at every breathtaking turn. After the manic cities of Thailand and Vietnam, with their shrieking tuk-tuks, enthusiastically persistent sales people and the smog that seems to settle routinely around lunchtime, Laos is - quite literally - a breath of fresh air. Here, even in the capital of Vientiane, the tuk-tuks go at a more relaxed pace, and no one raises their voice. You won’t be taken through seventeen gem shops on your way to the temple; in fact, you’ll be lucky to get more than a friendly glance from a local hard at work. If it’s the city you want to get away from, this is the place for you: there’s not a building over five storeys high in the whole country. But if you do crave that big city rush, just jump on a Mekong boat bound for northern Thailand (you’ll have to be patient though; like everything else in this country, it goes slowly). For me, the icing on the cake is Luang Prabang. A UNESCO world heritage site where you can rise early and witness the monks take alms, visit nearby elephant sanctuaries and sample some fantastic French-Laotian cuisine - the list of things to do is endless and would charm the most intrepid of travellers. Laos really is a haven; home to some of the friendliest people in Asia and not a major tourist destination. My advice? Get there soon; somewhere this perfect might not stay so peaceful for long. Rebecca travelled on Intrepid Travel’s 5-day Classic Laos Short Break, costing from £350 pp (excluding international flights). Visit the Intrepid Travel store, 76 Upper St, Islington or call 020 7354 6169, intrepidtravel.com
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Rebecca by Daphe Du Maurier £12.69, amazon.co.uk A classic from Cornwall’s most famous author
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Canon IXUS 115 HS £179 canon.co.uk Capture Cornwall’s stunning natural beauty
ST EDMUNDS HOUSE is conveniently situated behind the The Seafood restaurant (where guests take breakfast) and is set in private gardens with all six rooms sharing lovely views across the Camel Estuary to Rock and Daymer Bay. The rooms have a cool, minimalist, feel with oak flooring, double French doors and American shutters. Each room is named after a local surfing beach. £280 per room
per night (b+b), rickstein.com
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Make sure you visit an eatery from the man who put Padstow on the map. Rick Stein has four restaurants in Padstow: The Seafood Restaurant, St Petroc’s Bistro, Rick Stein’s Cafe and Stein’s Fish & Chips. THE SEAFOOD RESTAURANT, RIVERSIDE, PL28 8BY, 01841 532700 – has a seafood bar in the middle of the restaurant where chefs assemble platters of oysters, langoustines and sushi. CHERRY TREES COFFEE HOUSE, Grain House, West Quay, PL28 8AQ, 01841 532934 – is a little gem situated in the harbour offering delicious traditional treats such as cream tea, Cornish pasties and home-made cakes.
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Sophie Conran Eat Kit Portable BBQ £32.95 swingsandprettythings.com Be prepared for alfresco dining!
Discover the delightful Cornish harbour town made famous by celebrity chef Rick Stein
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Seashell Bangle £38 giftwrappedandgorgeous.com A silver seashell cast from a real shell found in Cornwall
Burberry Brit Twill Balmoral Cotton Trench Coat £595 matchesfashion.com For when the sun doesn’t shine
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Tregirls is a huge stretch of sandy beach which is even more spacious when the tide is out. It also contains Hawkers cove and Harbour cove, which are quiet and secluded and perfect for exploring!
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Nature lovers will enjoy the beautiful views and numerous scenic walks on offer. Try the ‘Camel Trail’ along a disused railway line between Bodmin, Wadebridge and Padstow, with the final leg of the journey winding alongside the spectacular Camel Estuary.
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Hire a boat for a leisurely trip up the Estuary. Or, if you’re feeling more adventurous, there are surf schools and speedboat tours available too.
For a unique and interesting activity, check out the National Lobster Hatchery, a conservation, education and research charity in Padstow. The Visitor Centre offers a wealth of information about these creatures and the importance of sustainable fishery, with the chance to see baby and giant lobsters. nationallobsterhatchery.co.uk If you fancy getting out of town for the day, The Eden Project is just 40 minutes outside of Padstow. A fascinating, educational attraction, it’s also a great time to visit with activities and events running throughout the summer. edenproject.com 33
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RESTAURANT REVIEW
MADE IN CAMDEN Helen Baron finds out how good the food is at The Roundhouse’s dining room...
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he first thing to note about Made in Camden is that the staff are extremely friendly – if friendly means having a ten minute natter with a barman on the subject of cocktails (which in my book, it definitely does). In short order, our welcoming mixologist knocks my partner up a cucumber, kiwi, elderflower, lime and vodka concoction (with kiwi garnish), while I opt for the ‘Primrose Hill’ sparkling wine (it’s not champagne if it wasn’t made there and when in Rome, and all that). The second thing to note is the restaurant’s amazing selection of gastronomic sharing plates – think seasonal, sophisticated dishes with a rustic twist. It’s the perfect place to share a bite with friends, with great grub and a friendly atmosphere and I foreground these strengths with good reason: Made in Camden deserves to be recognised on the strength of its food and its service before anything else. The fact that it also boasts a notable location – at the front of legendary Camden music venue The Roundhouse – is just an added bonus. Newly minted as the official dining room of the prestigious venue, Made in Camden replaces the previous bar, which I remember, vaguely; the new addition is a welcome improvement, a hip canteen in the style of a boutique Berlin hostel, seriously committed to good food. My companion and I arrive after the evening’s show has begun, missing the rush, and start with some plump, oil and garlic-drenched olives. The atmosphere is convivial and oddly enervating, like so many of the new breed of restaurants
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housed in buildings of note (museums, art galleries and so on) Made in Camden benefits from its closeness to so much cultural activity. It’s as if there’s a special sort of energy in the air... and the promise of good food after a little intellectual or aesthetic exertion is never a bad thing. The restaurant takes its name not just from its wider location but from the long line of characterful individuals who have shaped the building through its various incarnations. The Roundhouse was first inaugurated as a music and arts venue in 1964 before closing to the public in 1983 and reopening following renovation in 2006. It is now an acclaimed part of London’s booming live music scene, a world-famous symbol of Camden’s musical history. And what better way to reflect that than by introducing an eaterie that makes use of Camden-based suppliers (Bibendum Wine Ltd, Camden Town Brewery and an Islington-based family butcher). Made in Camden’s interior designer, Michael Sodeau, and Head Chef Josh Katz are both North Londoners, as is Mark Darbyshire, the man behind the framing of every picture on the walls! This is an establishment dedicated to serving the local area, and with the quality of its food, it’s definitely flying a flag for the area. My partner and I ordered four sharing plates to give us an overall feel for the cuisine. I was perhaps unduly famished, having skipped lunch but the plates are slightly small so if you’re after a big meal, you might want to try one of the larger options (of which there are five). The sharing platters are a great idea, offering a fun and social way to enjoy
a diverse selection of treats without leaving you uncomfortably full – which is exactly what’s required for a pre-show meal. We sampled roasted candy beetroot with mascarpone, pea shoots and hazelnut dressing; grilled sardines with lemon thyme and chilli on sourdough; crisp sea bass with tahini, blood orange, oregano, pine nuts and flat bread, as well as roast pork belly with confit fennel crumble and plum and rhubarb relish – all washed down with the house red. Pork belly’s ever so fashionable at the moment and this example was great – but it’s a testament to the chef’s equable approach that my carnivorous companion actually slightly preferred the fish and vegetable dishes. Luckily, we had room for dessert as the confections on offer are pretty tantalising. The menu boasts mango creme brûlée and pistachio cake, chocolate moelleux with cherry mousse and even mixed berry chocolate bread and butter pudding. But in the end, the peanut parfait, chocolate mousse and salted butter caramel captured my heart while the white chocolate cheesecake with caramelised banana had my companion’s full attention. Ultimately, then, a delightful evening of chit-chat and food was had and the only disappointment was not to be attending a performance afterwards. As a new(ish) addition to one of London’s most exciting cultural hotspots, Made in Camden works brilliantly. Roundhouse Chalk Farm Road, NW1 8EH 020 7424 8495 39
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SPOTLIGHT Local property developer Dennis Williams first opened The Tile Box in Islington in 1997. Following on from its success, he has since opened Bath Sorts and Concept Kitchens. Dennis discusses the story behind his businesses, surviving the recession and his passion for interiors and design...
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LOCAL PROFILE
With Dennis Williams of The Tile Box, N1
What made you open The Tile Box? Whilst working as a developer/tiler/contractor at a small premise, I found that I needed a larger base, and at the time our existing lease was coming to an end. I stumbled across a shop unit with office space in the basement and it seemed ideal, as retail is something I had experience in before and appealed to my overall business sense. Why tiles? My late father was a tiler so I guess it was in the blood, and tiles have always been of massive interest to me. Although I’m a property developer, I initially trained as an architect and went on to pursue a more ‘design and build’ career, concentrating on Interior Design which often focused on stone, mosaics and tiles. How was The Tile Box received? Unbelievably well. From 1997 to the present day, we have always sourced the finest and most unique tiles. What’s new in tiles? Tile trends are constantly changing, so we cover the full spectrum; from contemporary glass tiles, porcelain, stone, mosaics and Amtico flooring to very traditional Victorian tiles for the front path.
What Inspired you to open Bath Sorts and how was it received? Well to be honest, the shop unit on the opposite corner became available and I saw a gap in the market for fine quality bathrooms combined with our usual excellent service. I cannot deny, I was also fed up with shoddy service within the industry encountered while supplying my own developments. Again, as with The Tile Box, it was very well received. Of course, by now we had many existing customers and had a reputation for service and quality which helped. How has the recession affected you? This was a concern to me but actually we have continued to go from strength to strength having never leveled off, showing growth year on year even within the recessional period. What is big in bathrooms at the moment? The bathroom industry is
designer led. The brands we sell have often attached themselves with well known internationally renowned designers like Philippe Starck and Norman Foster. Because of this, our products are always at the forefront of design. What brands do you sell? Among the high end brands we sell Alape, Bisque, Duravit, Dornbracht, Hansgrohe and Vola to name just a few. Why did you start Concept Kitchens? You opened in 2007 when the recession first began, how did you find it? This was mostly customer lead. People were coming in for bathrooms and tiles then going elsewhere for their kitchen. With my aptitude as a designer, it was a logical step. I knew the recession was going to bite and bite, but believed in my product choices and the service levels we offer.
What kitchen brand do you sell? What do you think of the market? We sell Pronorm, a high quality German brand synonymous with the high end bathroom and tile products we display. I spent a year looking at many German and Italian kitchen suppliers before choosing Pronorm. It’s a market that really excites me, not least because customers get much more involved in the actual design process and really push our designers. The kitchen of course is also the heart of the home. How do you see the future for your retail showrooms? With continued careful product selection and excellent customer service skills, I believe we will continue to grow and I am planning to open another showroom next year housing bathrooms, kitchens and tiles all under one roof as this, together with our high end product selection, seems a formula for success! 40 Offord Road, Islington N1 020 7700 1444 thetilebox.co.uk bathsorts.co.uk conceptkitchensislington. co.uk
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Baileys Home: baileyshomeandgarden.com Angel at My table: anangelatmytable.com Lilly & Lime: lilyandlime.co.uk Camel & Yak: camelandyak.co.uk Zara Home: zarahome.com Alfie’s Flee Market: alfiesantiques.com Graham & Green: grahamandgreen.co.uk
PIPPA’S CAMPAIGNS HAVE INCLUDED:
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Pippa has been been an interior stylist for over 14 years, working in television, advertising, magazines, books and film and now freelances. Her blog interiorstylists.com was recently voted as one of the UK’s best Interiors blogs
My Interior Life
Pippa Jameson What made you pursue a career in interiors? I have always had a passion for interiors. My mother was fashion student at Central St Martins in the 60’s colour and pattern was naturally a large part of our lives. As I moved through school, college and university, it was textiles that I steered towards. Realising very quickly my love for colour and composition, it was a magazine editor that suggested I became an Interior Stylist.
Describe for us your typical day… That’s the beauty of my job, there is no typical day! I have a phobia about routine, the thought of doing the same thing day in and day out really scares me and so I am hugely grateful for the variety that my work offers. When I am in the office I will either be editing my blog (commissioning and planning features) or working on a photoshoot. This may be styling roomsets for an advertising job or commercial or styling a house on location for an editorial shoot. Sometimes I can be working on about 4 projects at once which
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How do you style for brand campaigns like John Lewis and Marks and Spencer? I find a bit crazy but I wouldn’t When I have shot large Ad have it any other way. campaigns for clients like John Lewis, it always goes through an What was it like working agency. It was a huge job with for BBC Good Homes lots of preproduction meetings Magazine? It was great to be with art directors, buyers and part of such a creative Homes the photographer. I created lots team although the work was very of visuals and moodboards and demanding. there was a lot of discussion about the props and styling. It’s What are some of the latest amazing how much preparation interior trends? Bold colours goes in to a one day shoot. The will continue to prevail right same applies with commercials, through into 2012, bright orange, sometimes I can be working flat red and cobalt blue – and don’t out for 3 weeks and all for a 30 be afraid to mix them up! Nature second commercial! will continue to translate into fashion and interiors, especially What’s the secret to good birds and butterflies. Texture and design? Is it something you Eco will also be key. have to have an eye for? Yes, ultimately it helps if you have a What is your own personal good understanding of colour style? I have listed a collection and composition; knowing of words that I believe sum up about what textures and my personal style: modern, materials work alongside one feminine, bohemian, eclectic, another and also having a good fresh and inspiring! understating of light. I think everybody is capable of learning Can you advise us on some the basics, a lot of it comes down of the best interior shops in to confidence, trying out ideas North London? The best ones that you have seen and then that spring to mind are: implementing them within your After Noah: afternoah.com own home. 43
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With their ‘Parsley the Lion’ droopy eyelids and 70s floral print fabric, there’s something utterly charming about Retro Pigeon’s gorgeous hand-made plush toys. Tugging at your nostalgic heartstrings; these critters are definitely not just for kids. retropigeon.co.uk available at Family Tree in Clerkenwell; 53 Exmouth Market EC1R 4QL
Inspirations Gemma Billington rounds up the best trends, local gems and designers this month...
Local Gem
BEN PENTREATH
A little shop in the heart of Bloomsbury, Ben Pentreath is a Victorian- cabinet-world crammed with antiques, furniture, vintage prints and illustrations, china, books and curios: from John Derian paperweights to crocodile skulls. I tend to regularly check out the ‘inspirations’ page on their website with musings on poetry, photography, literature and everyday idiosyncrasies that inspire. benpentreath.com, 17 Rugby St, Bloomsbury WC1N 3QT
Design DRPD
Drpd is a London based studio who design gifts and tableware with a quirky graphic twist. Their products have a distinct ‘British’ style - Queen’s guards, bendy buses and the London skyline - in sleek black and white. I love the simple silhouetted ‘birds on a telephone wire’ salt and pepper shaker and the continuation of design as they sit together. £16.95 drpd.co.uk 44
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LET THE LOCALS BE YOUR GUIDE Upload your favourite local hangouts for holiday visitors
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well. This can then be printed off, complete with a map for viewing when on holiday which is useful too. Some of the local’s advice could be more comprehensive, but that’s certainly not a fault of the site. Helpfully, they have a free iPhone App as well, which came in useful when out and about and wanting to gain access to the wealth of travel advice that’s available.
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IN REHEARSAL: CRAZY FOR YOU AT REGENT’S PARK OPEN AIR THEATRE
PLAY IT FOR LAUGHS Continuing Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre’s tradition of staging a musical a year, 2011 brings a new production of Ken Ludwig’s Crazy For You... Crazy For You is an award-winning musical comedy based on the music of Gershwin and written by the internationally acclaimed playwright and director, Ken Ludwig. The story of Bobby Child, a well-to-do 1930s playboy who’s dream in life is to dance, Crazy For You first enjoyed a successful run on Broadway in the early nineties. Now part of the Open Air Theatre Summer 2011 programme in Regent’s Park, we’ve been lucky enough to catch up with Ken - who has a string of Broadway hits under his belt, including the current run of Lend Me a Tenor about his love of comedy, his influences and inspirations, and why London is his favourite city...
Ken Ludwig Q&A
Your name is synonymous with modern comedy. What is it about the genre that you find so interesting? Does comedy writing come naturally to you? Comedy is the genre that I’ve always identified with since I was a youngster. My parents took me to some comedies early on and I was a voracious reader
as a student and I ended up making English and American stage comedy my central area of interest and study. I recently wrote an article for the Yale Review on the history of British and American stage comedy and a genre of it that I like to call the “great tradition.” I think that stage comedy is where I feel comfortable because I’ve studied it for so long and think about it so much. I suppose the bottom line is that I love to go to the theatre and come away feeling inspired by life. How did you start out in the business? Have you always wanted to do this? I’ve wanted to be in the business since I was six years old when my parents took me backstage at a Broadway comedy called Visit to a Small Planet, by Gore Vidal, and I met the wonderful star of it, Cyril Ritchard. Crazy for You is a screwball comedy set in the 1930s and largely based on the music of Gershwin and their musical
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Girl Crazy. Do you like this particular period in terms of style and production? I do like the 1930’s – you’ll notice that Lend Me A Tenor is also set in the thirties, as is the comedy I wrote that was commissioned by the RSC which I called Shakespeare in Hollywood. CRAZY FOR YOU AT REGENT’S PARK Whether it’s true OPEN AIR THEATRE. LEFT TO RIGHT: KIM or not, the 1930’s MEDCALF (IRENE), SEAN PALMER (BOBBY), FOSTER (POLLY) AND MICHAEL always represent CLARE McKELL (LANK). BELOW: REHEARSALS to me a simpler time when rules and values were in place. Comedy needs a society with rules so that the rules can be broken. Originally a hit on Broadway, the current production is showing at the Open Air Theatre in Regent’s Park. How does the medium of an outdoor space differ to a traditional theatre? I think a play or musical for an outdoor theatre has to be “big” in some way. It needs a big heart and big characters, and if it’s a musical, it needs music that can totally envelope you. That way, the setting ends up enhancing the experience. Crazy For You is going to play differently in Regent’s Park than it does in a traditional Broadway or West End theatre, since by nature the outdoor setting will make the whole piece feel all the more vigorous and robust. How long does it take you to write a new piece of work? I generally produce one new work every eight months to a year, though this has been a particularly prolific period lately. Generally, it takes about six months to think the piece through and about a month to write it down. Then of course the piece keeps changing and developing and hopefully getting stronger as it goes through readings, rehearsals, previews and so on. What are your favourite plays or who are your favourite
playwrights? My favourite plays are Twelfth Night, A Midsummer’s Night Dream, Much Ado About Nothing, As You Like It, Henry V1 Part 1, Cymbeline, The Winter’s Tale, She Stoops to Conquer, School for Scandal, The Rivals, The Importance of Being Earnest, Hay Fever and Private Lives. Playwrights are Shakespeare, Goldsmith, Sheridan, Wilde and Coward Your affinity for Shakespeare - particularly his comedies - is evident, and you are currently writing a book on how to educate children on his work entitled How to Teach Your Children Shakespeare. Generally speaking, most children dislike studying Shakespeare in school! Do you think his work is taught badly or the curriculum focuses on the ‘wrong’ plays? Why did you feel the need to write such a book? I think it‘s crucial that children get to know Shakespeare at an early age. I believe strongly that children feel most comfortable with Shakespeare and
learn to really love his work when they memorize passages from his plays. That is the premise of my new book. By memorizing passages we get to know the characters, the plots, the image, the poetry and the meaning of the plays. Lend Me A Tenor is also playing in London right now...you’ve met with a lot of success; do you ever pinch yourself? To what do you attribute your success? I do pinch myself - I’ve been very, very lucky. Also, I work very hard and generally write for 8 to 10 hours a day every day. What are the differences between West End and Broadway theatre... do you have a preference? I love them both equally. The audiences are equally receptive and eager to see theatre. The only difference that I particular love is coming to London to work on my plays, because it’s my favorite city in the world. And I especially love North London!
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MY DAY My day generally starts at 5am. I get up, put on my dog walking clothes and some walking boots. Luckily, I live in an area surrounded by beautiful woods so it’s a five min trip to get my gang out for their early morning run. Bear, Razz, Cheeky and Rinky know the routine and are usually dancing around ready before I am! Nigel & I amble through the woods with my big girl, Rinky while the others race around exploring new smells. Back from our walk, I check on my other pets - the reptiles and the spider. Spike the iguana has to have his morning tickle on the chin and a ‘mist’ shower before he eats and I make sure to say ‘hello’ and sort breakfast for Buster, my African grey parrot. My role as a Campaigns Manager at Dog’s Trust Head Office is to deliver the key responsible pet ownership messages to communities in Greater London. Together with my Officer and Assistant, I work with councils and the community, to encourage pet owners to train, neuter and micro-chip their dogs via local events and roadshows. We particularly focus on youths in London with big dogs, offering them free microchipping, low cost neutering and opportunities to experience and develop positive dog training techniques, explore their relationship with their dogs and increase their knowledge and confidence. I love talking to people, especially about my favourite subject- dogs. That’s my two favourite things - talking and dogs - and I get paid to do them! dogstrust.org.uk
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AUGUST
GOVERNMENT ART COLLECTION: AT WORK WHITECHAPEL GALLERY For over 100 years, the Government Art Collection has acquired paintings, sculptures and work in other media to promote British art and artists. Usually on display all over the globe, works from the Collection are now being shown here for the first time in a public gallery. The first in a series of five displays, At Work is part of Whitechapel Gallery’s ongoing programme opening up important public and private collections for all. Whitechapel Gallery 77-82 Whitechapel High Street London E1 7QX whitechapelgallery.org
VIEW FROM A LIVING ROOM ONTO A DOMESTIC GARDEN IN NARA, JAPAN ©SUSAN EDWARDS
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EXHIBITION
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UNTIL 29 AUGUST
What’s On
AT HOME IN JAPAN GEFFRYE MUSEUM The style of Japanese homes is well known. This exhibition, however, will challenge previous conceptions and give insight to all Japanese decorations and customs. Geffrye Museum Trust,Kingsland Road, E2 8EA, geffryemuseum.org.uk
AUGUST
COMEDY THE TIGER WHO CAME TO TEA © KERR-KNEALE PRODUCTIONS LTD
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LONDON COMEDY FILM FESTIVAL WILTON MUSIC HALL This summer the London Comedy Film Festival presents Transformations (8 - 12 August), a week long funny freakfest presenting five classic body-swap comedies, plus amazing live acts, DJs, and a special School of Slapstick film-making workshop for 9-12 year olds; all as part of Wilton’s Music Hall’s Anthropomorphic summer. Wilton’s Music Hall, 1 Graces Alley, London, E1 8JB locofilmfestival.com
KIDS
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FROM THE TIGER WHO CAME TO TEA TO MOG AND PINK RABBIT MUSEUM OF CHILDHOOD Judith Kerr’s original drawings from her books are on display including those from her first picture book and worldwide success, The Tiger who Came to Tea. Children can also have tea with a life- size tiger. V&A Museum of Childhood, Cambridge Heath Road, E2 9P, museumofchildhood.org.uk
MUSIC
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SHARON CORR ISLINGTON O2 ACADEMY Renowned across the globe for her work with her siblings as The Corrs, Sharon follows up her debut solo release last year with a UK tour. o2academyislington.co.uk O2 Academy N1 Centre, 6 Parkfield Street, Islington N1 0PS
FAMILY
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YOUNG LONDON NAVIGATORS SUMMER EVENTS LONDON TRANSPORT MUSEUM London Transport Museum’s summer family fun programme runs throughout August. Families can complete a six part weekly challenge as they journey across a gigantic map of London situated in the heart of the Museum galleries. Collect a stamp in the free Young Navigators passport after completing the new weekly activity, ready for the onward challenge! London Transport Museum Covent Garden Piazza WC2E 7BB For full details see ltmuseum.co.uk 59
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Local Directory MYHOME ON HAND TO TAKE THE HASSLE OUT OF YOUR HOUSEWORK THIS SUMMER Myhome’s team of full-time, trained professionals are on hand throughout the summer to provide homeowners with a premier cleaning service. Whether you need the house ‘spring cleaned’ before the in-laws arrive or given the once over after the school holidays – they are on hand to take the hassle out of your housework! For more information or to arrange your personalised quote please call 020 7923 2266, myhome.co.uk
THE ELK IN THE WOOD This fun and friendly chain restaurant offers up a vast and tasty brunch selection, ranging from healthy superfoods like organic porridge and the Granola Breakfast Sundae to the traditional Full Brunch Plate or the alternative Veggie Brunch Plate. Popular with the locals, Giraffe isn’t a unique venue but they sure know how to satisfy hungry customers with their generous adults if they are lucky), making this a vibrant and fun place to spend a Sunday. 39 Camden Passage, 020 7226 3535
LADYBIRD BAR Find a bar that thinks its Friday night, every night, and you’ll be in Ladybird, it really is Angels best kept secret. Constantly changing its décor they manage to keep its core value – the atmosphere, firmly grounded. Open until 2am weekdays and 4am on weekends. Its extensive cocktail menu, massive sharing drinks and an emphasis on world renowned dj’s makes this is a place not to miss. Members get discounts too! 70 Upper Street, Angel, N1 0NY ladybirdbar.co.uk
FIFTEEN With an array of pastries and fresh bread cooked on site and tasty dishes such as wild Arbroath smokies with watercress and hot lemon butter, pastry chef Kenny’s homemade pancakes or the ‘Full Monty’ breakfast, Fifteen spoils you with choice. The flagship restaurant to Jamie Oliver’s Fifteen they cater for everyone. Operating a pioneering apprenticeship scheme for young people, ages 18-24, alongside the day-to-day running of the restaurant adds to the charm of this eatery. 15 Westland Place, 0203 375 1515
THE BREAKFAST CLUB Sharing the same name as John Hughes’ 1985 cult classic film, The Breakfast Club has an ‘80s theme running through this tiny brunch place that gives it volumes of retro character. With wooden floors, and is always busy on a Sunday. Offering a wide range of breakfast combos that will satisfy the hungriest of men (and women), they also offer a choice of international dishes such as burritos and nachos. 31 Camden Passage, 020 7226 5454
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PROPERTY
AUGUST 2011
THE CITY, ANGEL & ISLINGTON
HEMINGFORD ROAD, BARNSBURY N1
ÂŁ2,650,000 GUIDE PRICE
A rarely available 6 bedroom semi detached family residence. The house spans over 3000 sq ft and benefits from a linked 2 bedroom self contained flat in the lower ground floor with its own reception/ kitchen and shower room. The ground floor accommodation comprises entrance hall, double reception/ dining room leading into the modern fitted kitchen and ground floor cloakroom. The first floor features a superb triple aspect reception room while the second floor features the principal bedroom with a hidden door leading through to a lavish en-suite with walk-in shower and his & her sinks; there is also a further bedroom and bathroom. The garden is east facing and spans up to 55ft and 24t wide.
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LEFT-HAND Hamptons City Lettings Lettings. 020 7236 8399 citylettings@hamptons-int.com
Fournier Street E1 – £725 per week A unique two bedroom Mews House quietly situated in the heart of Spitalfields benefitting from private parking. Available furnished.
West Smithfield EC1 – £395 per week A well presented one bedroom flat on the fourth floor of this period conversion with lift opposite the infamous Smithfield Market. Available furnished
Leyden Street E1 – £425 per week A large one bedroom apartment in this portered development on the edge of the City. Liverpool Street Station and the vibrant Spitalfields market are a few minutes walk. Available furnished
Commercial Street E1 – £450 per week A larger than average one bedroom apartment in this popular Spitalfields development with 24 hour concierge. The apartment benefits from high ceilings and a bright outlook. Available furnished
Lamb Street E1 – £450 per week
Wormwood Street EC2 – £525 per week
A well presented one bedroom apartment in this popular Spitalfields development, just two minutes from the market and five minutes to tube. Available furnished
Two double bedroom apartment in this central city location, benefits from equal sized bedrooms and a Juliet balcony. Available furnished
Renting a property is no reason to accept anything less than the perfect home It’s still your personal oasis. Albeit for a shorter timeframe. That said nearly all our tenants renew their contracts. Proof that we know how to make people feel right at home.
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Hamptons Islington Lettings Lettings. 020 7359 5675 islingtonlettings@hamptons-int.com
Southgate Road, N1 - £550 per week – Short Let
Canonbury Mews, N1 - £725 per week – Short Let Well located one bedroom property benefits from modern fittings throughout A fantastic split level property with generously proportioned rooms, modern and generously proportioned rooms. fittings throughout and a wealth of light with a very well kept decked garden and water feature pond.
St. Pauls Road, N1 - £425 per week – Long Let A newly refurbished split level apartment with two bedrooms (one double/one single), new fixtures and fittings throughout and a private roof terrace.
Pentonville Road, N1 - £695 per week – Long Let
St. Pancras Chambers, NW1 - £750 per week – Long Let Set in a historic and prestigious building, this very spacious fifth floor apartment benefits from fantastic living space and high quality fittings throughout with city views.
Colebrooke Row, N1 - £1200 per week – Long Let
Spacious and contemporary south-facing apartment with City skyline views. Constructed with high quality fixtures and fittings and wood floors throughout.
A charming period house in this sought after street moments from Upper Street with generous living space, two bathrooms and a private patio/garden.
Renting a property is no reason to accept anything less than the perfect home It’s still your personal oasis. Albeit for a shorter timeframe. That said nearly all our tenants renew their contracts. Proof that we know how to make people feel right at home.
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VIEWPOINT
LIVERPOOL ROAD, N1 £335,000 LEASEHOLD
An immaculate one double bedroom first floor flat set within this period Georgian building within Barnsbury Conservation Area. The property has been subject to much improvement by the current owner and comprises one double bedroom, bright open plan kitchen/reception room with large floor to ceiling sash windows flooding the apartment with natural light and shower room. Features include an attractive period style fireplace in the reception room, hard wood flooring and a contemporary kitchen. The property is conveniently located close to the many amenities provided by Islington’s Upper Street and is also close to Highbury & Islington tube station and many local bus routes. For motorists, the A1 is also close by for travel further afield and Angel Tube station is only slightly further. The wide open space of Highbury Fields is also close by making this a well-situated location. Felicity J Lord, 020 7354 5224
PROPERTY NEWS
PROSPECT RESIDENTIAL
Prospect Residential are opening a new office on Hoxton Square. Recognised as ‘the’ agency working within the City and all City fringe locations, with an extensive network of Corporate Clients, Relocation Agents and Professional Private Applicants. Bespoke Residential Sales, Lettings & Management are now situated in a Prime East London location. The Basement, 5 Hoxton Square, N1, 020 7100-2010 prospectresidential.com
MARKET COMMENT
LONDON RENTS BEAT INFLATION AND RISE TO NEW HIGHS
Prime London rents, across all areas, have now been rising well ahead of inflation for at least the past eighteen months, according to the latest research from property adviser, Savills. They have risen by ten per cent in the past twelve months and now stand an average of four per cent higher than at their 2007 peak - with no evidence of a slowdown to come. The prime central area has recorded slightly lower annual growth than the all prime London average, rising by 7.5 per cent over the last 12 months to leave rents -1.0 per cent below their former peak. In the second quarter of 2011 alone, prime central rents received a 3.8 per cent boost compared to 1.8 per cent across all prime London, suggesting that this area is bucking the trend and will fast regain its peak. The lower end of the prime central London market, where weekly rents average £1250, have seen the sharpest rent rises, up 4 per cent in the quarter and are now 6.4 per cent above their peak. By contrast, ultra prime properties, with average weekly rents of around £4000, remain 8.0 per cent below their peak, but have risen by 3.6 per cent in the last quarter. “A number of different factors are now driving the market,” says Yolande Barnes, head of Savills residential research. “A boost in demand from international and corporate tenants is driving values in central locations. Constrained stock levels are creating competition and an upward pressure on rents. Savills research forecasts rental growth to outpace capital value growth very slightly over the coming five years in prime London and expects yields to remain broadly stable. In the mainstream UK market as a whole, five year rental growth (at 31 per cent) is expected to be considerably greater than capital growth (12%) so yields should continue to move out in many markets. NORTH AND EAST DOMINATE LONDON RENTAL GROWTH The biggest price rises over the past year were seen in the prime East of City locations, Wapping and Canary Wharf where a revival in financial sector employment and sentiment are boosting occupancy rates. In the East of City rents rose by 11.6 per cent in the past year, and by 2.0 per cent in the past three months. However, these locations fell most sharply in the downturn and rents therefore remain 7.5 per cent from peak. Other locations which attract City-based tenants are Islington and Hampstead having risen 11.3 per cent over the past twelve months, though their varied client base and more limited stock levels mean that rents are now 15.2 per cent above peak.
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London | Country | International Professional property services since 1835
Wilberforce Road, N4
ÂŁ1,000 per week
A beautiful four bed family house offered in superb condition and boasting a host of period features and a stunning extension at the rear. Electric sky lights | sociable entertaining space | double reception room | mature garden | ornate cornicing
Princelet Street, E1
ÂŁ2,050,000 freehold
This classic Georgian townhouse was recently renovated and decorated and offers sumptuous accommodation over four floors. Original panelling | separate studio | three reception rooms | three double bedrooms | two bathrooms
Islington office | 020 7354 2480 | islington@winkworth.co.uk 65 Upper Street, N1 0NY
Highbury office | 020 7989 7000 | highbury@winkworth.co.uk 106 Highbury Park, N5 2XE
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London | Country | International Professional property services since 1835
Hemingford Road, N1
ÂŁ700 per week
Located on a quiet residential road is this stunning duplex apartment boasting elegant rooms and an abundance of original features. Beautiful reception room | three bedrooms | Juliet balcony | two modern bathrooms | stylish kitchen
Almorah Road, N1
ÂŁ625,000 leasehold
Perfectly combining period elegance with chic, modern interiors is this triplex apartment which has been finished to an excellent standard. Solid wood flooring | three double bedrooms | two bathrooms | sound proofed windows | light and airy rooms
Islington office | 020 7354 2480 | islington@winkworth.co.uk 65 Upper Street, N1 0NY
Highbury office | 020 7989 7000 | highbury@winkworth.co.uk 106 Highbury Park, N5 2XE
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London | Country | International Professional property services since 1835
Offord Road, N1
ÂŁ695 per week
A gorgeous three bedroom house offering modern, light and airy interiors located in highly desirable Barnsbury. Three en-suite bedrooms | open plan kitchen/reception | private terrace | spacious rooms
Courtney Road, N7
ÂŁ525,000 leasehold
Located on a no through road this two bed apartment benefits from quiet surroundings and spacious light filled rooms. Modern kitchen/diner | secluded landscaped garden | wooden floors | chic bathroom
Islington office | 020 7354 2480 | islington@winkworth.co.uk 65 Upper Street, N1 0NY
Highbury office | 020 7989 7000 | highbury@winkworth.co.uk 106 Highbury Park, N5 2XE
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020 7226 1010 sales
325 Upper Street, London N1 2XQ www.hughgrover.co.uk
Duncan Terrace, N1 Guide Price: £1,900,000 Freehold • 4 Bedrooms • 2 Bathrooms • Through Reception Room • Dining Room • Kitchen • Roof Terrace • Garden • Substantial 5 Storey Georgian House • Retains Original Features
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Highbury New Park, N5
Barnsbury Square, N1
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£445,000 Leasehold 2 Bedrooms
£1,350,000 Share of Freehold 2 Bedrooms
Arundel Square, N7
Haverstock Street, N1
£325,000 Share of Freehold 1 Bedroom
£895,000 Freehold 3/4 Bedrooms
26/07/2011 15:26
PROPERTY ADVICE FINANCE
95% LTV First Time Buyer Mortgages
TWO NEW MORTGAGE OFFER OPPORTUNITY FOR FTBS WITH SMALL DEPOSITS
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ndependent mortgage advisor John Charcol is now delighted to be able to exclusively offer buyers in England and Wales two very innovative, but also very different, solutions for FTBs with only a 5% deposit. One of these new mortgages requires at least one family member to be involved and has a variable rate of only 3.95% and no arrangement fee. The other requires no family involvement and is a fixed rate of 6.49% until 2015 with a very low arrangement fee of £195. OPTION 1 “Family Offset mortgage has an initial rate of 3.95%, a 0.5% discount off its SVR for 3 or 5 years (Newbury has one of the lower SVRs amongst building societies). There is no arrangement fee and the Early Repayment Charges is only 1% in 3 or 5 years respectively, but unlimited Early Repayment Charges free part repayments are allowed. The maximum loan is £300,000. “The basis of this 95% LTV Family Offset mortgage is that one or two family members must deposit a total of 20% of the purchase price with the lender, thus reducing the net loan from the lender’s risk perspective to 75% because it takes a charge on the savings. OPTION 2 “The other equally innovative 95% LTV FTB mortgage has a fixed rate of 6.49% to 30/4/15. The arrangement fee is only £195 and the early repayment charge is 2% during the fixed rate term, although ERC free overpayments of up to 10% p.a. can be made. The maximum loan is £500,000 and the innovation with this mortgage is the way affordability is calculated. “This mortgage is called the ‘Rent to Buy’ Mortgage because affordability is based on the FTB’s rental payment history, which must cover a period of at least 1 year. The maximum monthly mortgage payment will be whatever rent the FTB has been paying. The ability to pay the relevant amount of rent for at least a year provides robust evidence of a similar ability to afford an equivalent monthly mortgage payment. Your initial mortgage consultation is obligation free. There will be a minimum fee for our mortgage service of £450, of which £150 is payable when you apply, and we will retain the commission from the mortgage lender. Alternatively, you can choose the fee only option which is typically 0.65% of the amount borrowed. The precise amount will depend on your circumstances and mortgage loan amount, and will be discussed and agreed before you make a mortgage application. YOUR HOME MAY BE REPOSSESSED IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP REPAYMENTS ON A MORTGAGE OR ANY DEBT SECURED ON IT
ASK THE EXPERTS All your questions answered about whether to fix or hold out on the tracker, economy forecasts, whether to purchase now or later just call 0207 933 9170 or send an email to mortgageadvice@charcol.co.uk. For a free no obligation mortgage review quote ZEST
LEGAL
HEMA ANAND FROM COLMAN COYLE, GIVES HER EXPERT ADVICE ON ALL YOUR LEGAL PROPERTY QUESTIONS My neighbour and I own both flats in our building and would like to buy the freehold. What should we do? Generally, there are two options available to you and your neighbour: NEGOTIATION One option is to explore if whether or not the freeholder is willing to enter negotiations with you to sell the freehold of the building. The freeholder is not under any obligation to entertain the negotiations but there is no harm in making an informal approach to the freeholder to see whether or not he would be willing to negotiate with you. ENFRANCHISEMENT Another option is that, subject to meeting certain criteria, you and your neighbour may have legal rights to forcefully acquire the freehold interest of your building under the Leasehold Reform, Housing & Urban Development Act 1993. Exercising such legal rights is known as collective enfranchisement. The legislation sets out a detailed process and strict timescales that must be followed in order to successfully acquire the freehold of your building. Owing to the fact that there are only two flats in the building, then both you and your neighbour will need to participate in an action such as this. I am a landlord and need to undertake urgent works to the building. Is it necessary to serve Section 20 Notices and consult with the leaseholders? The Section 20 procedure requires a landlord to consult leaseholders for certain works that will cost over £250 per leaseholder. It is a process that can take several months and involves a three stage process. In order to carry out very urgent works without the need to go through the Section 20 procedure, you will need to make an application to the Leasehold Valuation Tribunal. The Tribunal has the authority, if it is satisfied that it is reasonable to dispense with the requirements of the Section 20 procedure, to dispense with the consultation requirements.
ASK THE EXPERTS
Contact property partner Hema Anand with no obligation on (0)20 7354 3000 or email property@colmancoyle.com
www.colmancoyle.com 80 Upper Street, Islington, N1 0NU
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VIEWPOINT
Property of the Month
market insight ROB HAYNES
CLUTTONS ISLINGTON, N1
DEVONIA ROAD, N1 PRICE ON APPLICATION
Striking a balance between cutting edge contemporary design and original period features, this property has been dramatically extended to the rear with the addition of a wall of glass flooding the two lower floors with an abundance of natural light. The accommodation is arranged over four floors and provides exceptional entertaining space, including three double bedrooms, a stunning master suite on the first floor and a mezzanine bedroom at the top of the house. cluttons.co.uk
What was your background prior to joining Cluttons ? After three years studying Real Estate Management at Oxford Brookes University, I moved to London and developed a taste for residential agency. I spent 8 months working in Battersea and developing my knowledge of the industry before joining the Cluttons team in Islington. How has the first six months of 2011 been for you? It’s been fantastic - since opening in August 2010, Cluttons have well and truly established themselves in the Islington market and have gained an excellent reputation in that time. The sales market in Islington has been incredibly strong throughout the first half of 2011 and with a real lack of good quality stock, the market continues to grow. Do you think that Islington market has bucked the trend in the market over the last two years? Yes, after the downturn of 2008, the Islington market bounced back incredibly quickly and we started to see large numbers of buyers return to the market throughout 2009, something which continued throughout 2010 and in to 2011. The low base rate has seen many potential sellers decide to stay in their current homes and as such we have experienced low stock levels locally for the best part of the last two years and as a result, a sharp increase in prices also. How long have you been based in Islington and what makes this area so special within London?
I have only been based in Islington for a relatively short space of time, but in that time, I have grown to love it. With its excellent transport links, its villagelike atmosphere and its broad housing stock, Islington remains an extremely popular choice amongst buyers. What’s the typical property you have on your books at present? We have a good spread of property in the market at the moment, from one bedroom flats at around £250,000, ideal for first time buyers, to large family homes at over £1,000,000 and everything in between. Are you optimistic for the rest of the year? Extremely – 2011 has already proved itself an excellent time to sell with record prices being achieved locally and with the low base rate continuing, it is unlikely that we will see a torrent of properties coming to the market in the Autumn, keeping the market buoyant as we head towards the end of the year. In an area with so many Estate Agents what makes your agency different? We pride ourselves in offering exceptional customer service to buyers and sellers alike. We have a young, dynamic team with a wealth of experience in the industry and we try to offer a fresh, honest and slightly less stuffy approach than some of our competitors. Also, as we approach our first year anniversary, we are continuing to offer our introductory fee incentive to both vendors and landlords.
CLUTTONS LLP 6 CAMDEN WALK, ISLINGTON, N1 8DY TEL : +44 (0)20 7354 6666 77
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the new name for estate agency in Islington There is a new name in estate agency in Islington – Felicity J Lord. One of London’s most established independent estate agents, with 13 high-profile branches, Felicity J Lord really are the experts when it comes to offering advice to people selling, buying, letting or rent property. And now, following our acquisition of Thomson Currie, one of the best-known estate agents in Islington, we are delighted to now be operating in your area.
• High profile marketing and PR • Unbeatable media coverage • Accompanied viewings • Property lifestyle magazines • Extended opening hours • Open House service
Founded over a decade ago, Felicity J Lord is much more though than just a multi award-winning estate agent. It also operates dedicated financial and legal services division together with a national home valuation business. Says Guy Williamson, Branch Manager of Felicity J Lord in Islington: “The acquisition of such a well-known name as Thomson Currie confirms our position as one of the most active estate agency groups in London and I am confident that our dynamic marketing, awardwinning service and depth of local knowledge will prove of huge benefit to people thinking of selling, buying, letting or renting.”
“I am confident that our dynamic marketing, award-winning service and depth of local knowledge will prove of huge benefit to people thinking of selling, buying, letting or renting”. Guy Williamson
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In association with
thomson currie
It’s an Islington thing.
In association with
thomson currie
Islington 313 Upper Street, Islington, London N1 2XQ Tel: 020 7288 1681 islington@fjlord.co.uk
It’s an Islington thing. Islington 313 Upper Street, Islington, London N1 2XQ Tel: 020 7288 1681 islington@fjlord.co.uk Beresford Road, N5 £369,950 Leasehold A stunning one double bedroom raised ground floor flat with attractive rear garden.
Tiltsman Place, N7 £330 per week A beautifully presented one bedroom modern apartment located in this luxury block, just off Hornsey Road with sole use of a balcony
Blackstock Road, N5 £399,950 Leasehold A lovely two bedroom duplux flat with patio set at the rear of this contemporary development.
Green Lanes, N16 £450 per week A newly refurbished and very bright first floor flat offering two good sized double bedrooms on the first floor of a Victorian conversion
Compton Avenue, N1 £1,725,000 Freehold A very high specification, newly converted four bedroom house with patio and terraces close to Highbury Corner.
Haverstock Place, N1 £465 per week A spacious, nicely decorated two bedroom, two bathroom apartment located on the second floor of this small modern development.
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AGENTS DIRECTORY 1 HAMPTONS 87 Upper Street, Islington, N1 0NP Tel: 020 7359 5675 www.hamptons.co.uk
Colman Coyle Solicitors Property Law with Professionalism
2 CLUTTONS 6 Camden Walk, Islington, N1 8DY T: 020 7354 6666 www.cluttons.com 3 CHESTERTON HUMBERTS 327-329 Upper Street, Islington, N1 2XQ T: 020 7359 9777 www.chestertonhumberts.com 4 WINKWORTH 65 Upper Street Islington N1 0NY Tel: 020 7354 2480 www.winkworth.co.uk 5 HUGH GROVER ASSOCIATES 325 Upper Street N1 2XQ Tel: 020 7226 1010 www.hughgrover.co.uk 6 MY PAD 16 Essex Road, N1 8LN Tel: 020 7226 3533 www.mylondonpad.co.uk 7 NEXT MOVE 320 Upper Street N1 2XQ Tel: 020 7226 5050 www.nextmove.com 8 NEXT MOVE 63 - 65 Stoke Newington Church Street Stoke Newington N16 0AR Tel: 020 7254 9709 www.nextmove.com 9 FELICITY J LORD 313 Upper Street N1 2XQ Tel: 020 7354 5224 www.thomsoncurrie.co.uk 10 WHERE NEXT Leroy House, Unit 3Q, 436 Essex Road, N1 3QP Tel: 020 3176 4150 www.wherenextislington.co.uk Project2:Layout 1
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11 DRIVERS & NORRIS 407-409 Holloway Road, London N7 6HP Tel: 020 7607 5001 www.drivers.co.uk 12 JEFFREY NICHOLAS 71 Cross Street, N1 2BB 020 7354 0707 www.jeffreynicholas.co.uk 13 ELLIS AND CO 358 Essex Road, Islington, N1 3PD Tel: 020 7288 9870 www.ellisandco.co.uk
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“There are few that are as well versed as you – glad to have you on our side” Buying or selling a property Property enfranchisement Lease extensions Property disputes Commercial property Contact property partner Hema Anand and the property team with no obligation (0)20 7354 3000
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Drayton Park | ÂŁ750,000
A chance to acquire a chain free 3 storey house opposite Emirates Stadium. The house is within close walking distance of Arsenal tube station, Drayton Park British Rail, schools and shops. The house requires updating but would make a wonderful family home.
Cranworth House, Holloway Road | ÂŁ350 pw
A two bedroom flat in a convenient location near Holloway Road and Caledonian Road Tube Stations, and within walking distance to the shopping and entertainment facilities of Holloway Road. The property is situated on the first floor of purpose built block and the accommodation comprises two bedrooms, sitting room, kitchen, bathroom and separate W.C. Property further benefits from part double glazing, part stripped wood flooring, gas central heating, washing machine, dryer and balcony. PART FURNISHED.
Evolving. Improving. Succeeding. Drivers & Norris August.indd 2
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407-409 Holloway Road London N7 6HP t: 020 7607 5001 w: www.drivers.co.uk
Spectrum Court, Manor Gardens | ÂŁ385,000
A spacious chain free two bedroom ground floor flat situated in this small development on a quiet side road. Located in Central Holloway next to the Beaux Art Building the property is within walking distance to underground stations and numerous bus routes providing transport links into the City and West End. Close to local shops, restaurants and bars. Highly recommended for an early viewing.
Skegness House, Sutterton Street | ÂŁ340 pw
A very spacious two bedroom maisonette set over ground and first floors within a purpose built block situated within walking distance to Caledonian Road Tube and Caledonian Road and Barnsbury Overground Stations. Accommodation comprises two large sized bedrooms, separate study, lounge with doors leading into the garden, kitchen, bathroom (bath & shower) and separate W.C. Property benefits from double glazed windows throughout, gas central heating, and washing machine. FURNISHED AND AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY.
If you are considering selling or letting your home, call us today for your free market appraisal and expert advice borne from 160 years experience Drivers & Norris August.indd 3
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£320,000 Touchard House
Ex local ground floor apartment available. This 3-bedroom apartment is located within the Barnsbury estate and boasts a well maintained manicured garden and ceiling height of approximately 2.6 metres. The property is located within walking distance of the local high street and therefore all the amenities. The property has its own entrance and Kings Cross station is located under 0.5 miles away.
£289,995
Ex Local Authority Apartment located within close vicinity of Old Street, Hoxton and Shoreditch. Long lease running until 2114. The property is in need of some updating but will make a fantastic rental investment or good opportunity for a first time buyer. The property is located on the first floor which can be accessed by lift or stairs.
358 Essex Road Islington, N1 3PD T: 020 7288 9870 F: 020 7424 5494 islington@ellisandco.co.uk www.ellisandco.co.uk Established for over 160 years
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£200,000 Essex Road
A ground floor purpose built studio flat situated in a gated development in the Barnsbury conservation area. The property has a studio room measuring 13’7 x 12’2 and is offered chain free. Located within a secure gated development and featured within a prime part of Islington. This property is ideal for a first time buyer or professional working within the City.
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Balls Pond Road N1
£1,516
Top floor one bedroom apartment located on Essex Road. The property benefits from having a private terrace area, a separate kitchen area as well as air conditioning to bedroom and reception. Laminated wood flooring can be found throughout and the property is close to local amenities including shops, cafes and bars.
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£1.430 City Road
Two double bedroom flat Furnished with bright living area, fitted kitchen Based on two floor first floor kitchen and living room second floor bedrooms,Bathroom. The location offers a selection of restaurants,bars, shops and cafes along Upper Street and quick access to Central London and the West End. Available 23 August.
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£2,499 PCM
Spacious two bedroom flat (939sq.ft) set on the first floor of this sought after building between Angel and Old Street tube stations. Reception room with dining area, fitted kitchen, two double bedrooms (master with en suite) and an additional family bathroom. The location offers a selection of restaurants, bars, shops and cafes along Upper Street and quick access to Central London and the West End.
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BERESFORD ROAD, N5
PIANO LANE, N16
£370 PW
ESSEX ROAD, N1
Desirable two bedroom apartment offers large light and airy interiors along with modern fixtures and fittings and an excellent location. The property is set on the second floor and comprises living room with ample space for dining and open-plan kitchen, spacious master bedroom with en-suite bathroom, sizeable second bedroom and shower room.
A spacious interior designed two bedroom, two bathroom fifth floor apartment located minutes from both Old Street and Angel underground stations. Benefits include an open plan living/dining room with fully fitted kitchen, double bedrooms, master bedroom with en-suite.
Stunning apartment set within an imposing converted warehouse and ideally situated in a gated development with both concierge service and lift access. The accommodation comprises an open-plan living space with well appointed fitted kitchen area, double bedroom with large double windows and contemporary bathroom.
£575 PW
A stunning apartment offering the convenience of City-living comprising of two double bedrooms, two bathrooms, open plan living/dining area. The property boasts style and comfort throughout. Old Street (Northern Line and National Rail) is within half a mile which allows easy access to the trendy Hoxton, Shoreditch or Islington.
£390 PW
Enviably located in the heart of Canonbury this fabulous terraced one bedroom first floor flat has been refurbished to a very high standard including tasteful neutral décor throughout and stylish attention to detail. Solid oak flooring Beautiful limestone fireplace, Siemens appliances and granite worktops.
£350 PW
An immaculate loft style first floor one bedroom apartment located on Essex Road. Close to local amenities and excellent transport facilities. The property benefits from having all the luxuries you require including bed linens and flat screen television. Available for immediate occupation.
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AGENTS DIRECTORY 1 STIRLING ACKROYD 106 St John Street EC1M 4EH Tel: 020 7549 0606 www.stirlingackroyd.com 2 STIRLING ACKROYD 40 Great Eastern Street EC2A 3EP Tel: 020 7749 3838 www.stirlingackroyd.com 3 FELICITY J LORD 67-71 Goswell Road EC1V 7EP Tel: 0207 251 9449 www.fjlord.co.uk 4 BRIDGE 98a Curtain Rd, Shoreditch EC2A 3AA Tel: 020 7749 1400 www.bridge.co.uk 5 CITYZEN The Green House, 41-42 Clerkenwell Green, London, EC1R 0DU www.cityzenproperties.co.uk 6 CURRELL RESIDENTIAL 122-124 St. John Street EC1V 4JS Tel: 020 253 2533 www.currell.com 7 HAMPTONS Aldermary House,15 Queen Street EC4N 1TX Sales: 020 7236 8398, Lets: 020 7236 8399 www.hamptons.co.uk 8 NELSONS 110 Curtain Road, London EC2A 3AH T: 020 7613 1798 www.nelsonssales.com 9 McQUEEN PROPERTIES The Basement, The Back Building, 148-150 Curtain Road, EC2 3AR. Tel: 020 7613 4600 www.mcqueenproperty.com 10 PROSPECT RESIDENTIAL The Basement, 5 Hoxton Square, N1 6NU Tel: 020 7100 2010 www.prospectresidential.com 11 DWELL RESIDENTIAL The Bridge, 12-16 Clerkenwell Road, EC1M 5PQ Tel: 020 7324 6140 www.dwellresidential.co.uk 12 FELICITY J LORD 313 Upper Street N1 2XQ Tel: 020 7354 5224 www.thomsoncurrie.co.uk
£1,400,000 Leasehold
An impressive and spacious 1600 sq/ft penthouse apartment situated on the third and fourth floors within this contemporary building. The accommodation comprises two double bedrooms, two bathrooms, reception room and Italian designed kitchen. The apartment has heated limestone flooring throughout, is wired for entertainment and benefits from a terrace. Advanced technology such as Lutron lighting, comfort cooling and electronic blinds are all managed by remote control. The plants on the terrace are automatically irrigated and illuminated. Barbican Station (Metropolitan, Circle and Hammersmith & City Line) is within 1⁄4 mile. Currell Residential, 122-124 St John Street, Clerkenwell, EC1V 4JS
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