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C U LT U R E

20 ABSOLUTELY LOVES

10 things we’re coveting this month

24 AGENDA Diary dates for September

122 57 RESCUE REMEDIES

Post-summer beauty saviours

FOOD & DRINK

71 KITCHEN CONFIDENTIAL News from the industry

30 LONDON DESIGN FESTIVAL 73 RECIPES September is the capital's design month

FA S H I O N

38 SHRIMPS Hannah Weiland brings her fun fashion to Habitat for a home collection

43 JEWELLERY

Golden pieces

From The German Cookbook

INTERIORS

82 INTERIOR INSPIRATIONS

News and views from the world of design

96 INSIDE ERCOL

The British furniture leader

46 THE SHOOT

British flora for J Crew

T R AV E L 129 KING OF THE CASTLE Holidaying in a French Chateau

H E A LT H & B E AU T Y 55 BEAUTY CONFIDENTIAL

PROPERTY 144 LIVING THE DREAM

This month’s best beauty buys

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BAKE OFF German cakes and sweets are the best. page 73

LETTER ABSOLUTELY’S September issue highlights

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eptember means one thing in London: design. The London Design Festival covers a growing number of events all over town, spawning several separate Design Districts and countless events, installations and projects in addition to the main fairs. At Decorex, designjunction, 100% Design and Focus/18, exhibits from new and established designers from the UK and all over the world will descend on London's design-hungry audiences and redefine the aesthetics of the year to come. Expect to see new shapes, colourschemes and ideas in everything from furniture and textiles to small accessories, ceramics, technology and decorative objects. Of the many themes and trends emerging, our favourites are colour – whether bright and bold or intriguing sludgy shades that aren't eaily categorised – and an angular, 80s aesthetic of tubular shapes, pastel shades and asymmetry, as well as a fearless world of elaborate, busy prints for textiles and wallpaper and a focus on quirky details. Also this month is London Open House Weekend, an opportunity to see inside buildings you're not normally allowed inside. Among them are some amazing residential interiors, so study the programme closely. And enjoy design month..

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ARISTOCRATS Brian Friel's little-performed play comes to the Donmar in a brilliant new production by Es Devlin. page 27

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Wish LIST 10 THINGS WE ABSOLUTELY LOVE Compiled by

ROLL UP, ROLL UP

Known for their exclusive prints, the latest offering from Emily & Fin spins a playful twist on the trends of AW18 with circus-inspired motifs, fitting for both daytime chic and evening glamour. emilyandfin.co.uk

ROBOT WARS Add a whimsical edge to the everyday with MayraFedane’s Flinn Robot Charm, handcrafted from luxurious European Calf leather, and gold plated hardware. £112; mayrafedane.com

SOMETHING SWEET

T by Ladurée takes the lead from Charlotte Olympia to create a collection of tea and trinket boxes that as just as sweet as the treats inside. laduree.co.uk

NEW START

September brings with it new starts and fresh stationary. We’re coveting Smythson’s 2019 Panama Diary which is crafted in a soft deerskin that is designed to get better with age. £95; smythson.com

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LAST DAYS OF SUMMER

Chanel’s Soleil de Tan cream-gel bronzer is the perfect way to maintain that summer glow. Buildable and lightweight, it glides on leaving a velvety fi nish and a glowing complexion. £40; chanel.com

EDITOR’S PICK

GLOBE TROTTER Travel trotting fashion house, Tatjana Anika caters to the modern woman, offering collections that can be worn both home and away.

The two distinct summer capsule collections will see you from city to sea. tatjana-anika.com

SEPTEMBER SHADES

The latest shades from Le Specs have been created in collaboration with NYC-based jewelry designer Jordan Askill and inspired by ‘90s style. £80; net-a-porter.com

SCENT SURROUND

When you can't decide on one candle from Tom Dixon's coveted range, this 'Materialism' set is the perfect solution.

Scents range from fresh Mediterranean Bergamot to rich, smoky Cedarwood. £130; net-a-porter.com

IT BAG The Cecyle is the new bag shape for AW18 from Bally. Featuring the signature stripe and ‘keyhole’ hardware, it blends craftsmanship with classic design. £1,331; bally.co.uk

SEASONAL SERVE Roku is the fi rst gin from Japan's legendary Suntory made using six botanicals cultivated over the four seasons. Cherry blossom and green tea provide a sweet, floral aroma while yuzu delivers a punchy top note. £30; waitrose.com

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C U LT U R E Antonio Lopez (1943 – 1987) Daniel Hechter Fashion ‘Variation 3’, 1967; Drawing On Style; Gallery Eight

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LO N D O N ’S H OT T E ST H A P P E N I N G S

EX H IBITIO N

Star Dust From 30 August

DORCHE STER COLLEC T ION

Joe Webb is the London-born artist who famously inspired Coldplay’s Grammy Award-nominated Up&Up music video. Star Dust makes use of collage techniques, layering nostalgic imagery against dramatic, awe-inspiring backdrops of the cosmos. Many of the works are rare single editions from soldout print runs.

45 Park Lane, W1K; dorchestercollection.com

T H E AT R E

AN ADVENTURE F RO M 6 S E PTE MB E R • BUS H THEATRE

An Adventure follows headstrong Jyoti and her fumbling suitor Rasik from the shores of post-Partition India through the forests of Mau Mau and onto London in the present day. Tensions peak as they look back at their story together. Was it all worth it? Witty, charming and full of fearless historical insight, An Adventure is an epic love story from one of the country’s most promising young writers.

7 Uxbridge Road, W12; bushtheatre.co.uk

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Black Mirror From 28 September

SAATCHI GALL ERY

Black Mirror: Art in the Age of Social Satire features work from 26 of the world’s most exciting artists exploring art’s role in social satire and the world we live in. Works vary from the personal to the political and the artists featured include Turner prize nominee Richard Billingham and Aleksandra Mir. Duke of York’s HQ, SW3; saatchigallery.com

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EX PERIEN C E

PARADISE NOW 7-15 September

ECCLE STON YARDS

This September, Eccleston Yards will host Paradise Now, a unique and pioneering wellness experience from multi-sensory visionaries, Bompass & Parr. This free, urban outdoor spa promises to supercharge visitors in just 30 minutes by way of a pink mist waterfall, an immersive meditation zone and a perpetual sunset.

21 Eccleston Place, SW1W; ecclestonyards.com

LONDON DESIGN FESTIVAL 15 • 23 SEPTEMBER

London Design Festival transforms the city with an inspiring programme of landmark projects, installations and events.

Here are the highlights.

EX H IBITION

TIME OUT 50: 50

DECOREX INTERNATIONAL

From 12 September

16-19 September, Syon Park; decorex.com

M US EUM O F BRA NDS

To coincide with Time Out’s fiftieth anniversary, the Museum of Brands presents 50 original covers and the stories behind them from the iconic magazine’s archive. Expect to journey through the changing face of London with the covers that reflect key moment’s of city life, from 1968 up to today. It includes the first Time Out London issue featuring an Andy Warhol soup can, along with cover stars David Bowie, Elton John and Joanna Lumley.

111-117 Lancaster Road, W11; museumofbrands.com

100% DESIGN

This Month’s Must See

19-22 September, Olympia London; 100percentdesign.co.uk

BRITISH ART SHOW 20- 23 S E PTEMBER • SAATCHI GALLERY

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reviously the British Art Fair, the British Art Show brings together 50 galleries in a celebration of UK art.

It remains the only fair entirely dedicated to Modern British art and offers visitors the chance to acquire everything from previously unoffered works by key names through to prints on paper at the more affordable end of the market.

Duke of York’s HQ, King’s Road, SW3;

DESIGNJUNCTION 20-23 September, various locations; thedesignjunction.co.uk

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ABSOLUTELY reviews…

Aristocrats

by BRIAN FRIEL

Sad but intensely watchable, this Irish family saga is a hit for the Donmar

By PENDLE HARTE

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ristocrats is one of Brian Friel’s lesserperformed plays, often seen as a difficult one.

And though it’s certainly bleak, Es Devlin's production of this Chekovian family drama, set in a decaying Big House in Donegal, is engaging and full of comic moments – despite its ultimate sadness.

We open as the family has all returned to visit their elderly,

bedridden father, who can be heard issuing instructions to his dutiful daughter Judith (Eileen Walsh) through a newly installed baby monitor (lots of comic potential here). In the house are his other daughters Alice (Elaine Cassidy)– an alcoholic, visiting from London with her husband – and Claire (Aisling Loftus), a talented though thwarted pianist who still lives at home and whose depression is also managed by dutiful Judith. Their mother, we learn, died at the age of 47.

The star of the show is David Dawson, captivating as Casimir, the

Lovely Irish sentence constructions and beautiful vocabularly

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son visiting from Hamburg, where nobody believes that he is married to Helga with three sons. His is a nervy presence, all twitchy mannerisms and intense conversation, but he’s likeable and very watchable despite his delusions, and his languages characterise the play, with its lovely Irish constructions and beautiful vocabulary. Words like ‘turgid’ and ‘frivolous’ and ‘thwarted’ and ‘absorb’ stand out – the latter used several times, showing how layers of dysfunction and historical grievances are accepted – absorbed – into family lore. Characters retreat to the back of the stage when they’re not in the scene – there’s nowhere to hide.

It’s a brilliant device to have an anthropologist in the midst, and Tom Hoffnung (helpfully translated

by Casimir as ‘hope’ in German) is a visiting American professor, writing a book on the the Irish aristocracy and inviting everyone to share their stories. It’s a stylish production, beautifully acted throughout and a moving, meaningful story.

VERDICT

Intriguing and engaging ★★★★★ A R I S T O C R AT S DONMAR WAREHOUSE Until 22 September donmarwarehouse.com A B S O L U T E LY. L O N D O N

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ROUND UP

Best in

SHOW

Get the most out of London’s theatre scene with our top stage picks for the month

By H E L E N B R O W N

Antony and Cleopatra

MUST SEE

★★★★★ From 18 September OLIVIER THEATRE

At the fringes of a war-torn empire the Egyptian Queen Cleopatra and Mark Antony have fallen fiercely in love. Ralph Fiennes and Sophie Okonedo star in this tragic fight between devotion and duty. Simon Godwin (Twelfth Night) directs Shakespeare’s gripping tale of power, politics and passion.

National Theatre, Upper Ground, SE1; nationaltheatre.org.uk

The Village ★★★★★

From 7 September THEATRE ROYAL STRATFORD EAST

Village life for Jyoti is simple: the people work hard, sing and live off the earth.

But when the Inspector and his men arrive, things quickly sour. Transporting its audience to contemporary India, The Village is a powerful story of community, solidarity and the lengths each of us are willing to go to protect ourselves from tyranny.

Gerry Raffles Square, E15; stratfordeast.com

THE VILLAGE ANTONY & CLEOPATRA

The Outsider

Distance

From 18 September

5-29 September

THE PRINT ROOM

PARK THEATRE

Mersault is a young French clerk in 1940s Algeria, disengaged from a world in which he doesn't fit in. Following his senseless killing of someone he barely knows, he finds himself on trial both for the murder and his refusal to conform to society’s expectations. Camus’ sparse parable about the human condition is regarded as a modern classic.

103 Notting Hill Gate, W11; the-print-room.org

Shining a light on male mental health and suicide, Distance follows Steven, a man trying to make sense of his world. Following the acclaimed Out Of The Cage (Park Theatre), Fine Line Productions, Alex McSweeney and Simon Pittman return with this darkly funny and visually dynamic portrayal of the mind in an urgent examination of mental illness. Clifton Terrace, Finsbury Park, N4; parktheatre.co.uk

★★★★★

★★★★★

Eastern Star ★★★★★

11-29 September TARA THEATRE

Ahead of the 30th anniversary of the 1988 student uprising against the military dictatorship in Burma, Guy Slater directs Eastern Star. Based on the true story of the relationship between a BBC World Service journalist, Christopher Gunness and a Burmese human rights lawyer, U Nay Min, it follows a painful and fraught reunion 25 years after the revolution.

356 Garratt Lane, SW18; tara-arts.com

DISTANCE

EASTERN STAR

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SHAPE OF IT

DEADGOOD/DESIGNJUNCTION

Deadgood's collection of modern furniture, lighting and interior products with personality is designed and made in Britain and supplied worldwide, to some of the freshest commercial projects on the planet. deadgoodltd.co.uk

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Colour Ways JOHANSON/DESIGNJUNCTION

Wood Works

ShNorma is a very versatile sofa and armchair series with a look that can change depending on the colour and fabric choices. Its signature is the three fabric sections, put together using a layering principle.The idea is based on the concept of using blankets and throws on sofas to create contrasts. johansondesign.com

TON/DESIGNJUNCTION

Ton manually bends its furniture in the same workshops where this unique technology has been in use since 1861. These tables and chairs become a connection of quality, innovative shapes and a legacy to the place that has learned to understand the wood for generations. ton.eu

Designjunction is focusing on the Netherlands with the return of Dutch Stuff

Robot wars & NEW/DESIGNJUNCTION

All &New products are manufactured in Britain in small batches. They have plenty of character as every weld is different.

The result is a collection of furniture that celebrates those little imperfections that make objects beautiful. They are exhibiting at designjunction. andnew.bigcartel.com

Flexible forms EARNEST STUDIO/ DESIGNJUNCTION

Showing as part of designjunction's Dutch Studd focus, Earnest Studio was founded by American-born, Netherlands-based designer Rachel Griffin. Her fascination is for simple, flexible structures with a forthright attitude toward material. earnestly.org

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Decorex has established itself as Europe’s leading interior design event

Metal heads

Swedish design

PROPER COPPER DESIGN

LAMMHULTS/DESIGNJUNCTION

Proper Copper Design is the leading Designer for innovative hand-made copper homeware, specialising in minimal designs to complement a modern home. The aim is to restore elegance to industrial metals such as reclaimed copper and brass. propercopperdesign.com

Lammhults' rich heritage of Swedish design classics includes timeless pieces of furniture that also point to the future. These unique designs are characterised by innovation and an aesthetic awareness that never goes out of style. lammhults.se

Modern Retro DECCA HOME/DECOREX

Designed by award-winning British luxury lighting designer Robbie Llewellyn, The London Collection includes occasional furniture and upholstered seating crafted from a broad spectrum of luxury materials.

Inspired by the design codes of the industrial era, Robbie's furniture possesses an authentic design sensibility - updated for today's modern lifestyle. deccahome.com

Showroom story KENT & LONDON

Visitors are invited to explore high quality furniture and kitchens alongside homewares and material samples in their Shoreditch showroom.

As part of the Shoreditch Design Triangle Kent & London is hosting a design challenge where the design savvy public is invited to create their own piece of furniture using selected materials within the showroom. kentandlondon.co.uk

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he ever-popular Open House London returns for its 26th year, with every London borough participating. This annual celebration of London’s buildings, places and spaces offers everybody the opportunity to explore the city’s most compelling architecture and design as more than 800 buildings of all kinds – many of them never otherwise open to the public – open their doors for the duration of a weekend. The programme includes a schedule of neighbourhood walks and architect-led tours, all of it completely free. But remember to get to your destination early: there may be a queue.

This year’s programme explores how the new London that has been emerging over the past 20 years is finally coming to fruition. New buildings, new kinds of buildings, new districts, new approaches to regeneration, women taking a leading role in making London, engineering excellence underpinning the capital’s successful reinvention – these all show how good design can make London a more enjoyable and vibrant city in which to live and work.

Rory Olcayto, Open City’s director said: “From Hackney Wick to Park Royal, Wembley to Nine Elms and the ever-changing Kings Cross, Open House is shining a light on the places shaping the capital with striking landmark buildings and new approaches to town planning. The cubic futurism of the American Embassy, Here East’s Day-glo ‘fun palace’ and the cool, sculptural qualities of the Aga Khan’s HQ are real stand-outs this year.”

OPEN HOUSE LONDON 2018 HIGHLIGHTS 2 2 ~2 3 S E P T E M B E R O P E N H O U S E LO N D O N . O R G . U K ● London’s greatest estate: a programme for OPDC uncovering the hidden narrative of Old Oak and Park Royal, one of the country’s mostimportant industrial areas and the heart of ‘making’ in London. Includes open factories, family and creative activities, and a bespoke mapguide to the area ● New London districts at Wembley Park, Hackney Wick with Here East and BUJ Wickside, and Barking Riverside ● Major new landmarks U.S. Embassy, the Royal Opera House renovation, and Bloomberg’s new HQ ● A collection of housing exemplars then and now including developments High Path

by Clarion HG, Peabody’s Thamesmead Estate, and Kensal House Estate ● A ‘year of engineering’ celebration of the secret city makers, including a showcase of work by engineers to the starchitects AKT II (Living Unit Installation and AKT II studios in White Collar Factory), plus civil engineering at the HS2 viewing platform in Park Royal, Whitechapel Crossrail tours, and energy and recycling plants. ● New ways of looking at buildings through an understanding of 15 key component ‘elements’ - a staircase, a lift, a loo etc. A collection of Foster & Partners building elements on the app gives a playful way to explore the city, and an Instagram @ openhouselondon #OHL18 #OHphotocomp focusing on elements across the programme ● Highlighting leading women across all boroughs who have played a part in shaping London today ● Returning favourites Waiting Rooms at Peckham Rye Station, 10 Downing Street, BT Tower and the Shard ● Over 100 must-see homes including Michaelis Boyd Architects’ Round House, Office S&M’s Valetta House and Red House by 31/44 ● RIBA award winners Belvue School Woodland Classrooms, Hackney Town Hall and No.1 New Oxford Street, the new COS HQ.

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FASHION • Q&A

As British fashion brand Shrimps teams up with Habitat, Absolutely catches up with the label’s designer and founder Hannah Weiland Interview PENDLE HARTE

Pendle Harte: How would you describe Shrimps signature style?

Hannah Weiland: Shrimps is feminine, colourful, playful and fashion forward.

PH: Had you thought of transferring Shrimps’s style to interiors before?

HW: It’s something I’ve always wanted to do and always thought my prints and illustrations could look amazing on rugs and bed sheets. I always have so many ideas and I’m so happy that I’ve had this opportunity with Habitat, whose homeware I’ve always loved!

PH: Where did you begin with the collection for Habitat?

HW: I went into the Shrimps archive and picked out my favourite doodles and prints that I’d always thought could work perfectly for homeware. The colour combination of red and pink is one that I keep returning to,

and is very present in this collaboration for Habitat - it is quintessentially Shrimps!

PH: What is your own home like?

And your dream home?

HW: My home has lots of colour and pattern, however I would say that it is not over the top, there is still a feeling of simplicity which I think is important for creating a sense of calm.

I love particular colour combinations in both fashion and homeware, red and pink is one that I’ve definitely used a lot in my house and my collections, including our Habitat collection.

My dream home would be a bigger version of my current home, with more tiles and more outdoor space, I love the feeling of greenery coming into a house, tiled indoor courtyards are my favourite thing, I would love one of those - very Italian!

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PH: Your background is in textiles.

How are fashion textiles different from interiors ones?

HW: To me they aren't that different, interior textiles always inspire my fashion collections, and vice versa.

PH: What are your favourite pieces from the collection?

HW: I love the Doodle rug, it is one of my favourite Shrimps prints and just looks so beautiful as a rug.

PH: Tell us about the creatures and characters.

HW: The characters are all from my imagination and I have been making them up and drawing them for as long as I can remember. The Doodle print was literally created from my drawings on a piece of paper that I had been doodling on over a few weeks, I often doodle in important meetings. At the time I was researching nursery rhymes and the work of the artist Paula Rego, these doodles were definitely, subconsciously inspired by that.

“I love particular colour combinations in both fashion and homeware, red and pink is one that I’ve definitely used a lot”

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Heart of Gold Your heart doesn’t have to stay on your sleeve with these luxury pieces

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Mini Heart 18ct rose-gold and diamond charm, £325.00 selfridges.com

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Heart 18ct gold, opal and diamond ring, £4,990 jennifermeyer.com

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Wedding

BELLES Bentley Garment Care will ensure your bridal finery is cleaned, restored and preserved. Absolutely speaks to Claire Bedworth to find out the method behind the magic.

- Often you may think that you have totally ruined your dress especially with it being white however we are able to treat most staining and damage to restore your dress for you.

Q What are the most common kinds of damage?

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wedding dress is probably one of the most expensive purchases a bride will make, and more than that, they hold great sentimental value.

For these reasons, it is imperative to see a specialist wedding dress cleaner for dress repairs, to avoid any further damage to the garment and to ensure it is perfectly preserved.

Bentley Garment Care is a third generation family owned business who have many years experience in the care of wedding dresses. They are able to clean all wedding dresses, whether they are made of delicate lace, silk, organza, or embellished in beading and diamanté - and even those labelled ‘do not dry clean’.

Once cleaned and restored to the best possible standard the wedding dress is then packaged into your choice of personalised storage box and wrapped in acid free tissue to avoid ageing and fading.

Q How can a bride prevent her dress from getting damaged?

A I don’t think there is much you can do to prevent your dress getting damaged yourself as it is more often a guest or family member getting over excited on the dance floor. Just have fun and enjoy wearing your beautiful dress and leave the worrying to us after your special day.

Absolutely speaks to Bentley Garment Care to understand the method behind their magic and exactly what a bride should do in the face of wedding day disaster.

Q What should a bride do if her dress gets damaged?

A Ideally nothing - We know it is tempting especially to make an improvement on the day but it does usually make it harder for us to remove or repair after the wedding.

Q What can Bentley Garment care do if a bride finds she has damaged her wedding dress?

A We professionally clean and repair your dress for you - we hand treat each stain separately gaining the best results possible

Q Can you even get stains such as red wine out?

A Yes we can remove the majority of staining as long as we know what the stain is and it hasn’t been previously treated - We cannot guarantee with every dress that we can remove all staining as some fabrics are very delicate and we will not risk any damage to the dress - This is where our experience helps us achieve the best results possible.

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BEAUTY

H E A LT H & WELLNESS

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SCENT FROM HEAVEN BRAMLEY

Crafted from only the finest essential oils, Bramley's range of soaps, scrubs and shampoos are indulgent and essential in equal parts. We love this exfoliating body wash, which combines scents of sweet orange, fennel and spearmint. £14 bramleyproducts.co.uk

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Formulated in London, made in England, modernist fragrance is a new house of updated classics handmade in small batches. It debuts with “the modernist”, with its notes of bergamot, frankincense and freesia for a woody, earthy and yet sweet mix guaranteed to have passers-by stopping in their tracks. £145 (50ml); modernistfragrance.com

Eat Well, Move More

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ou’re eating well and making better food choices, but still not losing weight. How is this possible? You’re eating good, allnatural foods and your body isn’t changing. It doesn’t make sense.

You’ve ditched the bread, pastries and takeaways for things like poached eggs and avocado for breakfast, and nuts and dried fruit for your snacks.

Salads are in for lunch, gluten free spag bol for dinner…and some dark chocolate for dessert.

All of this, yet nothing seems to be changing. Worst of all, you may even have gained a little bit of weight since changing things up. So, what gives?

While you may be making improved food choices in comparison to your previous diet regime, you could unknowingly actually be consuming more calories than previously.

And ‘healthy’ foods, such as avocado, dried fruit, nuts, coconut oil, dark chocolate, hummus, salads covered in dressing - to name just a few – are calorie dense and could be part of the problem.

There’s no doubting that these foods are ‘good’ for you, but they can very easily see you eating more calories than you realise – and need.

You can’t defy the laws of energy balance. In order to lose weight, you need to be in a calorie deficit, and too many calories is still too many calories, regardless of the food source.

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EDITOR’S PICK

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Weekly Hair Remedy Treatment £34; selfridges.com

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BUTTER LONDON 10-in-1 Patent Shine Nail Lacquer in Dusty Mauve £15; butterlondon.com

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AURELIA PROBIOTIC SKINCARE Firm and Revitalise Dry Body Oil, 100ml £48; aureliaskincare.com

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IN TOUGH TIMES, JULIE FOUND STRENGTH IN YOGA

DISCOVER

YOURSELF We meet Julie Montagu, a yogi, nutrition expert and renowned wellness entrepreneur who knows a thing or two about managing stress as a mama…

Wo r d s K AT Y G I L L E T T Photography STEPHEN BANKS

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merican wellness entrepreneur Julie Montagu might have married into British aristocracy (her husband, Luke, is also known as Viscount Hitchingbrooke, as his father is the Earl of Sandwich), but she’s had her fair share of life challenges. She’s raising four children, has helped her husband through a prescription drug dependency, and financially supported the family – but one of the ways she found to cope with the stress was through yoga, something she’s become very, very good at.

These days she’s a very successful

yoga and nutrition teacher, and founder of Whole Self Yoga, which offers 200-hour teacher training courses, as well as short courses and retreats in her family’s fabulous, historic estate at Mapperton, Dorset.

As she prepares to run her first fourday restorative retreat in November, we chat with Julie about the true meaning of happiness, being healthy, and what we can expect from her now-famous yoga classes.

Q Your yoga classes have become incredibly popular in London. What do you think it is that makes them so successful?

A I’m not really sure why they are so popular but perhaps it’s because I just teach authentically. I teach from the heart, I tell real-life stories in my A B S O L U T E LY. L O N D O N

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HEALTH & BEAUTY • INTERVIEW classes and pretty much hug everyone who comes. My classes are high energy, very upbeat during the beginning and middle and then are grounding and slower towards the ends just before savasana, when you can float away – do nothing, speak to no one, no one speaks to you – for just a few wonderful minutes.

Q What started you down the path of yoga and nutrition in the first place?

A After my fourth child was born, I was exhausted both mentally and physically, and I knew I needed to do something and fast! It felt like every day was the same day. My skin was bad, my energy low and I was definitely sinking into a hole of despair. So I went to my first Bikram yoga class and in one day became obsessed with it! I loved how energised I felt, how it could boost my mood and just – overall – make me feel better. I’m so passionate about yoga and all that it can do for you physically, mentally and spiritually.

And the same goes for nutrition. During my yoga training, I became very active in learning more about foods and how they can help heal you but also energise you. I needed

JULIE FELL IN LOVE WITH VINYASA FLOW YOGA

Q What are the highlights of this upcoming trip to Dorset?

A Spending time in fresh air, beautiful countryside, cosy fires, plant-based meals and wonderful yoga and mindful crafting sessions!

Q What bits are you most excited about?

A Mapperton is such a beautiful place to visit and rather far from any main roads, so it’s very unspoilt. I’m excited to show people this part of England and be able to offer the guests our newly renovated bedrooms and bathrooms, plus a gorgeous and newly renovated 17th-century Coach House, which is where we’ll be doing the yoga and the mindful crafting session (where we’ll be making smudge sticks, luna candles and bath melts).

JULIE MONTAGU PREVIOUSLY STARRED IN LADIES OF LONDON

both of those things, so I took an online course through Cornell University and that really kick-started my path into nutrition.

Q Today we’re often told to “think positively” and believe in the Law of Attraction to find happiness. What do you think about this?

A I personally believe that happiness is like a muscle – you have to work at it. It doesn’t just knock on your door one day and say: “Hey, I’m here to stay”. Happiness is something that we’re in control of and we have to create. What makes you happy? Do more of that. Is it writing, pottery, designing, yoga, nutrition, exercise, and so on? It’s one thing to SAY what makes you happy, it’s another thing to actually do it. We must continue to do the things that make us happy.

Q What are the most important elements of self-care that modern mamas must fit into their daily schedule, in your opinion?

A Slotting in at least 10 minutes a day for you. It’s a must in my book. Whether that’s a walk outside for 10 minutes, or breathing, or meditating, or listening to your favourite podcast – the thing that must happen is 10 minutes for you (minimum) every single day.

Just you with you, taking care of you.

Q How do you find it at the moment, juggling your own busy working schedule, self-care routines and family responsibilities?

A Well, I must admit that I rarely ever sit down! I’m constantly moving from one place to the next BUT I make sure I schedule in my self-care every single day without fail. If it’s scheduled in, I do it and nothing gets in the way of creating space for me. Because from this space is where I re-energise; mind clears, emotions stabilise and creativity kicks in.

“Slotting in at least 10 minutes a day for yourself is a must in my book” Q What tips and advice do you have for modern, busy, working mamas?

A Self-care FIRST, then FAMILY and then WORK. You put your self-care first and you’ll be a better, more energised mother, wife, coworker – but you have to prioritise you and get into the habit of doing so.

Q Other than your retreats, what else is in the pipeline for you?

A I’ve just launched my new School of Yoga – Whole Self Yoga, which offers 200-hour yoga teacher training but it’s so much more than that – it’s about re-discovering your whole self and learning the tools to keep you motivated, inspired and caring for yourself. Whole Self also has short courses, too, and I’m currently working on some online courses to offer, so watch this space.

T H E R E T R E AT Julie Montagu has begun hosting yoga retreats in her family home, Mapperton House & Gardens in West Dorset. The first, in November, has already sold out, but there are two more happening this year from 29 November to 2 December, and then again from 31 January to 3 February. She will offer her signature style yoga classes, meditation, long walks, craft workshops, plant-based food, as well as accommodation. Prices start from £695.

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Ki t BAG We put the latest in luxury activewear through its paces at London’s best boutique gyms

By PENDLE HARTE & HELEN BROWN

ANOTHER_ SPACE SPIN  The room is dark, the music is loud; a spin class at Another_ Space is like a rave for the fitness generation. A collective act of sweaty worship led by a motivational studio evangelist, albeit only for 45 high-octane minutes. I mentally note my gratitude for the high-tech sports bra and leggings (Varley knows spin), good showers, Cowshed products and spacious changing room – and then it’s back out into reality. anotherspace.london

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 E by Equinox is the sleek and swanky sister site to the original and equally stylish Equinox in Kensington. Think polished marble, dark oak, high-tech fitness kit and a coffee machine in the changing rooms.

MetCon3 is a high-intensity metabolic conditioning workout that challenges your strength and cardiovascular fitness by way of thrusters, bicep curls, chest presses and squats. equinox.com We Wore: L U C A S H U G H With clever engineering, say hello to the flattest stomach you’ll have all week. The Odyssey set stays in place, fits beautifully and is incredibly flattering. lucashugh.com

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HEALTH & BEAUTY • FITNESS BROOKS CROP IN MAUVE SNAKE, £54; VARLEY.COM

LOUISE PARKER  The Wellness Clinic in Harrods is a beatific haven of wellbeing and calm in which Louise Parker has a permanent residency. Offering expert dietitian consultations and 1:1 personal training sessions, this is one of the most luxurious spots to get in shape. louiseparker.com We Wore: S W E AT Y B E T T Y The Power leggings flatter where it matters, but they aren’t just for show. They sit tight on the hips and whisk away sweat efficiently. sweatybetty.com

ANOTHER_ SPACE HIIT  The HIIT class at Another_ Space combines high-intensity strength training like burpees, plank holds and sandbag lifts with boxing. The class is split into two groups, one carrying out the energetic drill on the floor, the other doing battle with a boxing bag. This format means that 45 minutes flies by. anotherspace.london We Wore: VA R L E Y Varley creates fashion-forward pieces that look chic. I've never felt so supported by a pair of leggings; I feel athletic and toned before the workout has begun. They move well and stay firmly in place. varley.com

MANOR

HEARTCORE

 Set up and run by former professional fighters, Manor offers train, fight and recovery classes. Training is gimmickfree and pretty hardcore. The FORCE class is a conditioning session formatted around explosive movements. mymanor.london

 The Dynamics Pilates class promises a long and lean physique befitting a Victoria’s Secret angel. We work through a series of slow, controlled movements that use spring tension on the machine to build postural strength and improve mobility. heartcore.co.uk

We Wore: L O R N A J A N E Core Stability technology means that the Force Core Tights are 100% squat-proof and fit like a second skin. lornajane.de

We Wore: L U L U L E M O N As the go-to brand for yogis, Lululemon's leggings move well in the deepest of Downward Dogs. lululemon.co.uk

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Our talented make-up consultants offer everything from a personal make-up lessons to total glam makeover. You can even bring your own make-up and learn how to create a beautiful new look using your current products.

To make make-up or hair booking, just call 0203 745 3126 Download our booking app minthairlondon at the app store

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ABSOLUTELY • PROMOTION

Game FA C E Marek Waclawczyk at MW Aesthetics shares his expertise on permanent makeup

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he secret to permanent makeup is “Less is more” and that is the way I work. Permanent makeup is not about being fully made up 24/7; it’s simply about looking your best all the time with zero effort on your part.

I have undergone extensive permanent makeup training, much of which has been based around creating a natural look.

The Value…

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know there is no one-sizefits-all solution to cosmetic tattooing, which is why I fully consult with my clients to get their style just right. In permanent makeup nothing is left to chance and I operate a strict consultation and perfection procedure to ensure what you end up with, is exactly what you wanted. I never use stencils and design an individual shape and finish through freehand pre-drawing and tattooing, for a result that truly complements my client’s face.

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offer all of the latest permanent makeup treatments, from permanent eyeliner to permanent lips and super realistic eyebrows.

My male clients enjoy scalp micropigmentation for hair loss, which is perfect for achieving that groomed, city look.

Permanent makeup is not about being fully made up 24/7; it’s simply about looking your best all the time with zero effort on your part.

My secret…

M A R E K WAC L AWCZ Y K Marek Waclawczyk, the head permanent makeup artist for MW Aesthetics has invested heavily in top quality training and skill development, to ensure he is at the top of his game.

MW AESTHETIC S Locations: Harley Street, Fulham, Notting Hill, Kensington, Virginia Water 07902 04 84 64 mw-aesthetics.co.uk

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Located at One Tower Bridge. Prosecco House is London’s fist prosecco-specialist bar. It stocks Prosecco DOCG, from Veneto, the home of the drink, a creation of owner Kristina Issa, bringing the excellence of Italian prosecco to London. Kristina works with small family-owned vineyards, while the bar has over 20 varieties on the menu, hand picked by Kristina herself, from wineries such as Marchiori, Rivalta, Cirotto, Tasi Bio and Andreola.

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HEALTH & BEAUTY • FITNESS

QUIT

the Gym With Fitness Superstore you can forgo the hefty gym membership and the packedout changing rooms. Here’s why you should train at home

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odern life means many of us are too busy.

With work, family commitments and social gatherings, fitness can often take a back seat.

For many of us, a gym membership can often be money down the drain as life gets in the way of any sort of regular training regime. This is why more and more people are opting to train at home.

Proving more practical and effective, here are just a few reasons why…

SAVE MONEY

The cost of a gym membership adds up over time and we often don’t get the full benefit of what we’re paying for. When you train at home, you can choose key pieces to suit your budget, needs and preferences, which means a great investment. Once you have what you need, you can add to your personal collection as and when you want to, rather than pay out on a monthly basis to pay for an unused membership. There are fantastic fitness equipment options to suit all budgets, as well as plenty of functional pieces that can really complement all training programmes, such as resistance bands, kettlebells, dumbbells and medicine balls.

completely. Instead, you can use this time to get the most out of your workout, and you’ll feel better knowing you haven’t skipped a session.

YOU DON’T NEED LOADS OF SPACE

Not everyone has the luxury of lots of space. And even if you do, you might not want to dedicate masses to fitness. Fitness equipment for the home continues to evolve to make it more and more practical for using in smaller spaces. Foldaway treadmills, rowing machines, compact multi-gyms

and adjustable dumbbells (which provide you with many weights in a single pair of dumbbells) are just a few examples of excellent space-efficient options.

Want to try the equipment for yourself before you buy? Just pop in to one of the 10 UK Fitness Superstores, or check them out online. Who knows, this time in six months, you may wonder how you ever got by without your own fitness equipment at home. fitness-superstore.co.uk

“The The cost of a gym up ” membership adds up”

SAVE TIME

A major stumbling block for a lot of gymgoers is the distance. Missing occasional sessions because you’re too tired to travel there can quickly become a slippery slope.

With a home gym, this barrier is removed

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TV DINNER BLUEBIRD CAFE

Chelsea's iconic Bluebird Cafe has flown the nest. Find it now at Television Centre's new incarnation as a residential development with a host of shops, eateries and businesses on its doorstep. Definitely worth the trip across town. bluebirdcafe.co.uk

Food Notes 71 • Recipes: German sweet treats 73 • Eating Out 79 A B S O L U T E LY. L O N D O N

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A life-changing education At one of the country’s leading fully co-educational schools for children aged 11–18

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TASTING NOTES

London’s food news and most exciting openings this September B y GEORGIA MCVEIGH

EDITOR’S PICK

ART COOL A R T ST. K I TC H E N

True to its name, Art St Kitchen uses traditional ingredients with a creative twist. With a menu inspired by dishes from all over the globe, and an interior that combines local art and the cool versatility of the city, it's fast becoming a hot destination to dine.

Art Street, SW1P artstkitchen.co.uk

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FOOD & DRINK• NOTES

W H AT TO D R I N K

GRAPE NEWS WINE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE MONTH

By BERRY BROS. & RUDD

2016 Berry Bros. & Rudd Chilean Sauvignon Blanc £9.95 For a thirst-slaking apéritif, this is a dazzlingly fresh white, showcasing just how good a Chilean Sauvignon Blanc can be. Aroma: Just-mown grass, green apples. Palate: Vibrant, zesty, with notes of kiwi. Try with: Lemon Sole.

2014 Ch. Potensac, Médoc

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£22.50

Lisa's brings a touch of Swedish culture to Portobello Road. Open for brunch, lunch and dinner, the menu features a cool twist on the British staple: a full Swedish breakfast, plus a more traditional Reindeer Stew.

The season’s gloriously robust flavours call for a wine with power and poise: this Claret fills the brief. Aroma: Spicy green peppers, blackberry, blackcurrant and cherry.

Palate: Black fruit, sweetness and earthy spice.

Try with: Beef carpaccio.

36-38 Old Compton Street, W1D oldcomptonbrasserie.co.uk

KEEP IT HOT ELLA CANTA

With food as Insta-pretty as it is delicious, Ella Canta is the modern Mexican restaurant taking Park Lane by storm. Snack on some smart south coast sea bass ceviche, or head on down for a (very) boozy brunch with unlimited margaritas and a delicious array of dishes.

One Hamilton Place, W1J; ellacanta.com

Hambledon, Classic Cuvée, Sparkling, Hampshire, England £29.95 Hambledon Vineyard is the location of the first English commercial vineyard. This wine's leesageing imparts biscuity notes, adding structure to the first impressions, which recall English orchard fruit, yellow fruits and quince.

BERRY BROS. & RUDD Berry Bros. & Rudd is Britain's oldest wine and spirit merchant, having traded from the same shop since 1698. Today the company also has offices in Japan, Singapore and Hong Kong, a Wine School and an exclusive fine wine and dining venue in St James's.

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LISA’S KITCHEN & BAR

Christmas & Group bookings are now available Traditional Swedish Julbord, Set menus and Feast/Sharing menus are all on offer

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Chilled Fruit Soup Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 5 minutes Chilling time: 2 hours Serves: 4

INGREDIENTS • 3 tsp cornflour • 2 egg yolks • ½ vanilla bean • 1 litre milk • 100g sugar, plus extra for dusting • 1 orange • 1 banana • 200g strawberries

METHOD 1 Dissolve the cornflour (cornstarch) completely with a little cold water and the egg yolks.

2 Split the vanilla bean. Combine the milk with the sugar and vanilla bean in a pan and bring to a boil.

3 Whisk in the cornflour (cornstarch) mixture, let simmer briefly, remove from the heat and let cool, stirring often.

4 Then remove the vanilla bean and stir the soup very well. Chill for 2 hours in the refrigerator.

5 Peel the orange, divide into segments, and cut into small pieces. Peel and slice the banana. Wash, trim, and pat dry the strawberries. Cut into quarters.

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Mix the fruit and add a little sugar.

7 Fill soup plates with the soup and spoon over the fruit.

TREAT German food is having a moment.

Here are some sweet treats from Phaidon's new German Cookbook recipes ALFONS SCHUHBECK

THE GERMAN COOKBOOK

BY ALFONS SCHUHBECK Published by Phaidon on 17 September, £29.95 phaidon.com

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Grate Expectations - A Family run business established for over 30 years The UK’s leading suppliers of luxury gas fireplaces, wood burning stoves and bioethanol fires manufactured by DRU, Spartherm, Ebios, Dik Guerts, Gazco, Stovax and many more.

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FOOD & DRINK • RECIPES

Poppy Seed Strudel Preparation time: 40 minutes Rising time: 30 minutes Cooking time: 25 minutes Serves: 8-10

INGREDIENTS Fo r t h e d o u g h • 125 ml milk • 4 tsp fresh yeast • 300g plain (all-purpose flour) • 50g sugar • 2 egg yolks • 1 tsp almond liqueur (e.g. amaretto) • Salt • 1 pinch vanilla bean seeds • 1 pinch unwaxed lemon zest • 50g softened butter • Melted butter, for greasing • Flour, for dusting • 1 egg • 1 tbsp double (heavy cream) • Icing (confectioners) sugar, for dustingtopped and tailed and thinly sliced

Fo r t h e f i l l i n g • 4 apples • 200g poppy seeds • 200ml milk • 80ml brewed coffee • ½ vanilla bean • 1 cinnamon shard • 2 eggs • Salt • 40g sugar • 2 tbsp icing (confectioners) sugar • 1tsp unwaxed lemon zest

METHOD Fo r t h e d o u g h 1 Heat the milk until lukewarm. Crumble the yeast and dissolve in the milk. Mix with the flour, sugar, yolks, liqueur, a pinch of salt, vanilla and zest 3 Knead to a dough by hand or using a mixer. Add the butter and knead until elastic 5 Shape into a ball, put into a bowl and cover.Rise in a warm place for 30 minutes

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Cut the apples into 5-10 mm (1⁄4-1⁄2 inch)

dice. Finely grind the poppy seeds. Combine with the milk and coffee in a pan. Simmer for 10 minutes. Add the apples, vanilla and cinnamon, remove from the heat. Cool for 10 minutes. Discard the vanilla and cinnamon.

2 Separate the eggs. Beat the whites with a pinch of salt and the sugar to firm peaks. Beat the egg yolks with the sugars and lemon zest until fluffy. Mix the poppy seed mixture with the yolks and fold in the beaten egg whites.

3 Preheat the oven to 180°C/350°F/Gas Mark 4. Grease a baking sheet. Roll out the dough thinly over a floured surface into a 40 cm (153⁄4 inch) square, then halve into rectangles. Lay one rectangle on a dish cloth. Make a thick band of filling along one side. Leave a 5 cm (2 inch) wide space free of filling at the shorter ends and fold inward. Use the cloth to roll up the strudel.

Lay seam-side down, on the baking sheet.

Repeat to make a second.

4 Whisk the egg with the cream. Brush the strudels with butter and bake until golden, about 25 minutes. Allow to cool for 30 minutes. Cut into portions and dust with sugar.

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The Laindons has six luxurious rooms to choose from, five have beautiful high ceilings, filled with light, plus the Attic Room, which is our cosy, atmospheric rooftop retreat.

Welcome to The Laindons Guest House Located in the heart of Hastings Old Town, The Laindons is a gorgeous and impressive Georgian listed building that began life as a coach house in the nineteenth century and has continued the tradition of providing comfort, and unexpected luxury to all who visit.

Room rates range from: £110.00 - £130.00, Monday to Thursday £120.00 - £155.00, Friday to Sunday

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FOOD • SUBSCRIPTIONS

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WHY GO OUT WHEN THE BEST THINGS CAN ARRIVE ON YOUR DOORSTEP REGULARLY?

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BEAN FIELDS WORKSHOP COFFEE

Workshop's variety of blends are roasted and packed at their Bethnal Green headquarters – subscribe and they'll send your favourite beans to your door as often as you like. We recommend the Cerro de Jesus espresso, with its notes of butterscotch and nougat. workshopcoffee.com

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Farmison's meat boxes have been voted the UK's best and the wise selection focuses on the best of British artisan butchery for feasting or freezing. There's a BBQ box, a couple's monthly box and a Full English breakfast box, among others. farmison.com

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PLANT POST GEO FLEUR

Plant Post Club is a plant subscription service whereby subscribers receive a monthly surprise exclusive package of a unusual and beautiful plant, in ahandmade pot or plant-related accessories. How better to expand your plant collection? geo-fleur.com

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Every month, the Craft Gin Club selects one of the world's finest small-batch gins, including rare and exclusive editions not available elsewhere, and pairs it with delicious mixers and treats to create the Gin of the Month box. Sign up for as often or as little as you like. craftginclub.co.uk

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PA X T O N A N D W H I T F I E L D

Paxton and Whitfield’s cut cheese collections take the pain of choosing away and offer an excellent introduction to some of the best cheeses. Order online for delivery the next day. paxtonandwhitfield.co.uk A B S O L U T E LY. L O N D O N

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ABSOLUTELY eats out…

“Stein’s Berlin is the latest offering from the increasingly well-known German chain”

BERLIN COOL

Stein’s Berlin is the cool new restaurant for delicious German food and beer

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By Georgia McVeigh

ocated just a stone’s throw from South Kensington’s museums, Stein’s Berlin is the latest offering from the increasingly well-known German chain. The cavernous interior and long benches channel the Bavarian atmosphere, and a large bar has pride of place in the centre of the room.

We are greeted warmly and shown to our seats, where we peruse the extensive food menu and the even

more extensive drinks selection.

After deciding on a Stein of beer - in the spirit of the restaurant we choose our starters: mine, a chilled cucumber Gazpacho and my companion’s a shrimp cocktail.

Both arrive in good time and are fresh and perfectly seasoned. The chilled soup, poured with much flair into the bowl already laden with fresh cucumber shavings and pickles, is made with buttermilk, giving it a thick and creamy texture without it being too much. The prawn cocktail

FOOD Delicious, traditional German food

DECOR Large and minimalist with long benches

PRICE Starters from £6.10 Mains from £11.10

VERDICT Delicious food in a great location

is tangy and different – with small German brown shrimp sourced from German shores.

Having made little headway with the Stein’s – we were a little overambitious on that front – our mains arrive. Mine is a Barley risotto that comes with fresh spinach and roasted garlic crisps. There is the option of adding pan-fried salmon fillet, but I opt for it by itself, and the tangy garlic crisps bring out the delicate flavour of the barley. My companion decides to go traditional with the Wiener schnitzel served with a sweet potato salad. The veal is cooked to perfection and it is perfectly complemented by the sweetness of the salad.

We decide to share an apple strudel for pudding and Stein’s version of an Irish Coffee - a blend of Asbach Brandy, coffee, sugar and freshly whipped cream, and it complements the flaky strudel delightfully. Overall, this is a restaurant that ticks all the boxes: great interiors, delicious food and lots and lots of beer.

STEIN’S BERLIN 51 Princes Gate, Kensington, SW7 2PH berlininkensington.stein-s.com

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INTERIORS

TAILOR MADE GREGORY PHILLIPS ARCHITECTS From period conversions to contemporary new-builds, at Gregory Phillips Architects, each commission starts with the unique needs of a client – ensuring a tailored, one-of-a-kind solution that fits like a glove. gregoryphillips.com

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INTERIORS NOTES

Ideas, designs and styles for your home

By PENDLE HARTE

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NISI LIVING

Designed and created by Federica Bubani, this elegant pair of Sem carafes is full of rustic, Italian charm. Crafted from ceramic, they have a soft matt finish and come in two shades of green.

Minimalist in design they are extremely tactile and beautiful to behold. Use as a vessel for holding water, milk or as a decorative piece. nisiliving.co.uk

CHECK MATE MARIMEKKO

New from Marimekko this season are graphic print textiles and shiny, block coloured ceramics with a luxe finish.

With an inky, autumnal palette, the new collection is as covetable as ever. marimekko.com

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INTERIORS • NOTES

GLAS S ACT All our favourite glass pieces

EDITOR’S PICK

LALIQUE Pig sculpture in pink, £POA lalique.com

ON THE EDGE STILLEBEN

FERM LIVING Ripple long drink glass set of four, £49 hoosglasgow.co.uk

Stilleben’s terracotta Edge bowls for Skagerak are inspired by an old Mediterranean tradition for pottery and mixed with a Nordic cool. On the outside, the bowls have kept their raw-burned look while the insides are glazed. stilleben.dk

FRENCH FANCY MELODY MAISON

IITTALA Ruutu vase, £169 skandium.com

Head to Melody Maison for a beautiful collection of furniture and home furnishings with a vintage, French or country look. Painted furniture, mirrors, candelabras, clocks and pictures are available alongside shabby chic home accessories, and gifts. melodymaison.co.uk

CURIOUSA & CURIOUSA Bubble light, £545 curiousa.co.uk

MARIMEKKO Urna vase, £170 skandium.com

POT LUCK LRNCE

JONATHAN ADLER Master Cleanse glassware set jonathanadler.com

If you haven't noticed the characterful, hand-painted ceramics

by Lrnce yet, then you will soon.

Belgian-born Laurence Leenaert works from a studio in Marrakech and her range spans mirrors and leather sandals as well as these beautiful ceramic pieces, available at the Conran Shop. lrnce.com A B S O L U T E LY. L O N D O N

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Interior stylist and art constultant Gabriella Khalil has recently completed this beautiful family home in South Kensington. Absolutely quizzes her about mindful interiors

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INTERIORS • DESIGN

Q&A Pendle Harte: What is a mindful interior?

Gabriella Khalil: I think a mindful interior is a space that evokes feelings of peacefulness or mental tranquility. I wouldn’t necessarily point to any particular type of style but these are thoughtfully designed spaces created to help those in it to feel relaxed. Certain greenery is a common feature that can help create the feeling of a mindful space.

PH: How does a successful space affect your mood?

GK: I think that our surroundings affect our mood in a direct way. I feel that a successful space (depending on the style) can make us automatically feel tranquil, happy, relaxed or upbeat. The same goes for an unsuccessful space as well. I personally struggle a lot with darkness, so lighting is always one of my key focus points in any interior that I design.

PH: For a ‘calm interior’ we might picture a minimalist white space – but your spaces are full of visual interest. How does one achieve a balance?

GK: I do like minimal spaces but I am especially drawn to a room with unique features within its design. I think to achieve calmness, it all comes down to the selection and method used to arrange decor pieces for a particular space. For example, there

might be a very beautiful pattern that I want to use on a sofa and therefore I will be sure to combine more simple understated armchairs into the room. This will allow for an overall calmness in the space but also visual interest at the same time. I do the same for styling, matching more striking objects with minimal colour and texture.

PH: What makes space not calm?

GK: I think that combining too many objects or styles together can create an overwhelming space. I am very aware of the pieces I incorporate within a space and try not to overload an interior with too much of anything. This can apply to accessories, artwork, colours, patterns or even furniture.

PH: Where do you start when reworking a room?

GK: I usually start with a feature design element in the room. Sometimes this is as simple as the sofa in a living room and other times it can be an incredible artwork or even the wall colour. Usually, once this feature element is determined, everything falls into place from there.

PH: Can you describe your personal style?

GK: I am very drawn to eclectic and timeless style, so I try to use this as an ethos to my own personal approach to style. That said, I am always inspired by travel, vintage design and art exhibitions and therefore my

A successful space can make us automatically feel tranquil, happy, relaxed or upbeat interest in colour and decor changes from time to time depending on the project or current inspiration.

PH: What is your home like?

GK: My home is simple in a way. I have a mostly neutral palette with lots of artwork and greenery everywhere. I feel that this type of space really helps me feel most comfortable. At the other end of the spectrum, I recently painted my office a striking green and went completely out of my comfort zone - I have to say I love it.

PH: What first led you to interiors?

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INTERIORS • PRODUCTS MADE Frame armchair in blush pink, £599 made.com

PAD HOME Marquetry pink wallpaper, £175 oostor.com

NISI LIVING Rose Sem Carafe set of two, £80 nisiliving.co.uk

ATKIN AND THYME Calvin armchair, £399, and Carnaby footstool, £149 atkinandthyme.co.uk

DELIGHTFULL Living room in Pink Serenity with Armstrong lamp, £POA delightfull.eu

ATELIER LANE Sphere clay beaded pendant in pink, £466 atelierlane.com

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Cairn coffee table in tonal pink, £179 made.com

MY FURNITIURE Alveare tub chair, £349.99 my-furniture.com

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Q&A Q What kind of projects do you work on?

A We do everything. From a full refurb with side extensions and loft conversions to a basement dig-out.

We can handle the whole project or a specific part.

Q What’s your background?

A I had always wanted to be in property development business and when I got the London Basement Company in to do a basement for me, I met the project manager, who wanted to set up his own business. So we teamed up for a couple of years, starting in 2006. Now we do our own projects as well as client projects.

We increase the square footage significantly, while incorporating luxurious additions

Q Do you have a signature style?

A We specialise in high quality prime London locations. We increase the square footage significantly, while also incorporating luxurious additions including cinema rooms with surround sound systems, basement swimming pools, gyms and wine cellars as well as bathroom TVs. Q What are you working on now?

A We are renovating two houses in Fulham, transforming them from run-down properties to luxurious residences with full length basements, side extensions and mansard roofs in projects around the million pound mark. We recently extended a 5,000 sq foot house in Wimbledon to 10,000.

Q What’s next for Normand Developments?

A We’re looking at really pushing the boundaries in our next interesting and well-designed project. We have an in house architect and can offer a full service with our team of 13, two project managers, carpenters and everything in house. normand-developments.com

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GRAND DESIGNS

Gregory Phillips Architects has given this beautiful Victorian home a contemporary update.

Absolutely takes a look.

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estled on a quiet suburban street in west London, this six-bedroom Victorian beauty has been given a contemporary update by Gregory Phillips Architects, while preserving its period grandeur. The work began when an active family with teenage children decided to make substantial changes to their historic home. The brief: to add more sunlight, space and openness. Having seen Gregory Phillips’ penchant for combining period architecture with striking modernist extensions, they called on the London practice to revamp the ground floor kitchen and dining space, which now includes full-height glazing, stone flooring, bespoke cabinetry and a cosy seating area facing the newly landscaped garden. A slot roof light above the kitchen units lets late afternoon sun into the space.

“I’ve learned that when designing an extension for a grand Victorian building, the architecture needs to have some gravitas otherwise it runs the risk of looking like so many other ill-conceived additions, or worse, pastiche. Having something bold and modern doesn’t compete with an older building – it accentuates it,” says Phillips.

The resulting sculptural extension is clad in patinated brass panels, a pleasing contrast with the house’s original brickwork.

“The concept of this extension is to create an internal room that has no visible structure,” Phillips explains. “This gives the client the extra space and natural daylight they asked for, and it really makes you feel like you’re sitting outside.”

Along with the extension, Gregory Phillips Architects undertook a basement excavation that added 240 sqm of new living space, including a generously-sized hang-out

room for the children, a cinema, an office, a utility room and – the pièce de résistance – a spectacular wine store for the family’s 1500 bottle collection.

Ensuring enough daylight to the basement was central to the brief; a new roof light from the ground floor adds visual interest as people walk overhead, but crucially, it floods the lower level with natural light.

“Our client had the confidence to do something unusual and it’s definitely paid off. Without having to move, they’ve given themselves a tonne more space and added quite a bit of value to their property,” says Phillips. “But more than anything they have a great base for their family life and entertaining friends.”

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ounded in 1920 by Italian-born Lucian Ercolani in High Wycombe, Ercol is an enduring name in the British furniture industry. Winners of multiple awards from the Worshipful Company of Furniture Makers, the company still manufactures many of its early designs, and while it produces a variety of different pieces, it is its iconic chairs for which Ercol will always be primarily known.

When Ercol perfected the art of steam-bending wood, it became able to manufacture in large quantities and the classic Windsor chair became a low-cost staple in post-war British households.

The company remains family-owned and today it is run

by Lucian’s grandson, Edward Tadros. From the early 1920s through to today, Ercol has worked with craftsmen, manufacturers and retailers to create and extend the Ercol furniture collection to the widest audience. The brand has become synonymous with great design combined with functionality and a strong British design heritage. Today’s designs are created within its design studio in Princes Risborough in the English Chiltern Hills, and most furniture is made by craftsmen in Ercol’s Buckinghamshire factory.

While the brand is keen to emphasise its new design work and contemporary approach, it's important to remember that many of its classic original designs remain unchanged. The popular Quaker armchair, for instance, is still for sale in the same design. It encompasses a tall u-shaped, bent wood seat back as well six turned spindles and supportive armrests. Not only does it provide a comfortable sit but it looks beautiful too. The design exudes elegance with its clean lines and soft curved edges. The chair bow is steam bent from a single A B S O L U T E LY. L O N D O N

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in the production process, there's an accepted reject rate of up to 40%. Thanks to Ercol's family ethos, designers work closely with the factory workers to ensure that the process is realistic.

Design has always been at the heart of Ercol – design for comfort, design for function, design for beauty. The brand combines practicality with looks in the copious storage of Ercol's sideboards, shelving units, bookcases and display cabinets, the comfort of the studio couch and chairs, or the utility of coffee tables, lamp tables, desk and media units. As well as the in-house design team, Ercol commissions some of the best in British design talent to create pieces that constantly evolve to reflect how we live today, while continuing to reflect Ercol’s quality and craftsmanship.

Ercol will be celebrating its 100th birthday in 2020 and preparations are already underway. We look forward to celebrating with them. ercol.com

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straight ash rail into an amazingly tight radius bend and then sanded and shaped to give its subtle and elegant profile. But of course it's not just chairs, and neither is the Ercol ethos so much about low-cost utility any more. Now the company's offering is focused on stylish, contemporary pieces made to last using traditional methods and high-quality components.

The factory moved to its present site in 2002 and it's a spacious, airy building with lots of windows and natural light. The friendly feel comes from it being very consciously a family business: many staff have worked here for years, and the dedication to taking on apprentices generates a lot of loyalty. A names board commemorates workers with more than 21 years' serivce, of which there are many.

Walking around, you are struck immediately by the overwhelming smell of fresh wood. It's a well-organised system, with different components being created at various stations and the factory's eco credentials are strong. Sawdust generated from cutting wood is sucked into huge tubes and taken to power the building's vast central boiler. It's fascinating to watch the steam bending process and to hear about the precision involved –getting it right requires the consistency of the wood to be exactly right – too dry and it will snap– and the steam pressure to be strong enough to create the perfect bend. The Evergreen chair's steam bent back bow is made with the original straps that date back to the 1950s and the precision required

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‘Untitled’ by Sadequain: Sadequain’s paintings and calligraphy mesmerised me many years ago when I was studying the history of art. This untitled piece has always been one of my favourites.

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Is our family home in Lynga, Sweden: Spending almost every summer here since I was four in the Swedish countryside with my grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins has filled me with warm memories that I will never forget.

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Geoffrey Bawa. Having not been familiar with his work prior to my first visit to Sri Lanka, I was struck with his unique designs that merged local with international style and came to be known as ‘Tropical Moderernism’. I have now made five trips to Sri Lanka to see more of his work.

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Lake Atitlan, Guatemala. As a lover of the the outdoors and history Lake Atitlan stood out for me during my travels through Central America. From one of the most beautiful lakes in the world to Mayan villages and volcanoes, Guatemala has it all.

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POSTER

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on the resort or car that they depict – they have the ability to transport the viewer back there.

Another important element of a poster is the lettering. Finally, the charm of a hand-painted artwork, as all ours are (as opposed to a digital design), is what makes a poster special.

Q How did Pullman Editions begin?

A My husband, Simon Khachadourian, founder of the Pullman Gallery (pullmangallery.com), has dealt in important original vintage posters for over 30 years.

Having seen the prices of Art Deco posters dramatically increase, we saw a gap in the market for more affordable decorative posters that incorporate the iconic design elements from the 1920s and 1930s, which are so sought-after. Prior to launching Pullman Editions in 2010, I spent ten years in the City developing marketing strategies for small businesses, so I’ve been able to apply many of those skills – starting my own business is something I’d always wanted to do, and I love the creativity involved in designing the poster collections.

Vintage posters were never designed to be hung in people's homes

Q Which are your favourite designs?

A My favourite design from our collections is the ‘Route du Soleil’ by Charles Avalon, which features a Ferrari Daytona. It reminds me of driving holidays in the south of France.

Q What makes a successful poster?

A Although our posters are inspired by those from the 1920s and 30s, they are actually quite different in many ways.

Firstly, we use a much more vivid colour palette. Period posters usually feature a more limited number of colours, largely because this reduced expense. Although vintage posters were designed to be eyecatching, to promote new travel routes or destinations, most were never designed to be hung in people’s homes, so I would argue that on the whole, they aren’t as decorative as our new designs. Another important element is that they evoke memories of being in a certain place at a certain time.

Most of our customers choose posters based

Q And the best-selling ones?

A Our first poster to sell out was the Val d’Isere ‘Off-Piste Skier’. This resort is hugely popular with Brits. Unusually, the original was actually painted on wood which gives it a wonderful texture and sense of movement.

There are several others that are close to selling out including the Ferrari GT 250 California Spider in the Cote d’Azur and the 1958 Monaco Grand Prix.

Q How does the bespoke offering work?

A We are doing more and more bespoke artwork commissions. Our house artist, Charles Avalon, is so busy with them that we aren’t able to launch more than a handful of our own new poster designs to sell in the gallery in any given year. Though happily we now have more than 100 designs to choose from. Private commissions are very popular as special gifts; they typically take 4-6 weeks from start to finish. The original artwork takes the form of a gouache on art board, which the customer owns along with the full copyright to the image. pullmaneditions.com A B S O L U T E LY. L O N D O N

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One area where wood simply does not perform at its best is outdoors.

Our composite decking boards look, feel and are installed in the same way as natural wood, but they will not rot, splinter, warp or host algae growth, the latter of which means they are also highly anti-slip, even when wet. Composite boards are also extremely fade and stain resistant, making them essentially maintenance free, requiring no sanding, staining or painting. Whether for residential or large-scale commercial use, Havwoods delivers high-performing exterior boards that will withstand the elements all year around. Available in two collections,

XSCAPE and TREKKER are both designed to bring the beauty of timber to the outdoors while tackling the issue of wood’s naturally hydroscopic quality with their composite structure. Havwoods’ advanced composite decking collection provides customers with a diverse selection of colour grades and textured designs, to suit most exterior schemes. To continue the look onto vertical outdoor surfaces, Havwoods’ decking designs are available in matching fascia panels and decorative trims, designed to create a streamlined aesthetic to your exterior surface infrastructure. All trims and cladding are manufactured in the same manner as the boards and are equally as resistant to harsh weather conditions.

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25-Year structural warranty

Beautifully constructed from wood fibre and high-density polyethylene, XSCAPE is a strong and substantial board that will prove resilient against the impact of moisture, mould and extreme weather conditions.

The design’s distinctive wood-grain pattern lends a natural finish to the decking surface, whilst the bonded material ensures maximum resistance to external wear and tear.

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Crafted in Europe in a state-of-the-art, environmentally aware facility, TREKKER is manufactured using an FSC® certified timber composite. Available in both grooved and wood-grain textures, the decking panels are effortlessly easy to clean and maintain; all you need is water. A UV finish is also applied to the surface to protect against colour fade resistance, making it ideal for sunny terraces. havwoods.co.uk A B S O L U T E LY. L O N D O N

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Inspired by early mornings, bag designer Anya Hindmarch's Coffee Candle is a dark and woody scent that evokes the smell of freshly-brewed coffee. £50 anyahindmarch.com

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Arum's beautiful candles blend perfumes, essential oils and parabenfree wax to create a luxurious and stylish looking candle. The favourite is Tea Rose and Clove, though Coconut and Lime comes a very close second. £34 arumlondon.com

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Urban Apothecary started life as a passion for fragrance and a desire to layer traditional ingredients of flowers, fruits, resins and woods in unconventional, contemporary ways.

Oriental Noir blends florals, spices and woods for an evocative, romantic scent. £30 urbanapothecarylondon.com A B S O L U T E LY. L O N D O N

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just small sections (we always get asked back to do more anyway).

What makes the difference is the experience of our staff. Whether our labourers or me, it’s the years of learning that count – working out how to do something in a way that is cost-effective but achieves the result. Other companies come and go and make empty promises – but we deliver – ask our customers. We’re always there to discuss how the project is going and suggest what will work.

I’ve worked in various areas of the country during my career but it’s the most recent ones working in London that have been the most exciting. With space so expensive it’s so important to use it well and that’s where the business is growing – converting whole spaces – whole house projects. I’m on with several at the moment and the team are ahead of schedule and on budget for them all – this gives us a great platform to grow the business.

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rom the many years I’ve spent in the building trade I’ve always loved seeing a project move from concept to completion. We pride ourselves on our ability to deliver each and every project, no matter how big or small, to a high standard, on time and on budget. The handover to the client is always the most pleasurable part – seeing the transformation that we’ve made of their dreams coming true.

That’s what continues to drive me to produce the best quality property work that I can. Even after 35 years, I still get excited about each new project: my enthusiasm has never waned. Using all those years

T E ST I M O N I A L of experience to solve the problems other people said couldn’t be solved and creating the space that customers yearn for.

That’s what makes the difference – taking the project from the beginning, then recognising and developing the possibilities to use space effectively. We do this by using modern building methods and building materials while keeping as many original features as we can to create a blend for modern living. The range of products available today enables us to achieve whatever the client desires, whether it's a bathroom, kitchen, orangery, or just a cool living space in which to unwind, relax and enjoy some well-earned quality time.

Our work tends to be in the residential sector where we take a property and work with the client’s or our own architect to create a workable plan of property conversion. This can be a whole house or

Robert and his team, Lukas, Maciek, & Zibi were superb. They are a great team, who went above and beyond in terms of the additional fixes/features of the build.

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Teaching children to fly Open day: Friday 5 October 9.30am - 11.00am To book in, please call the school office

Founded in 1947, Bassett House in Notting Hill is a proudly non-selective, co-educational prep school for 3 – 11 year olds.

We believe every child can learn to fly.

Individual attention combined with our exciting curricular and extra-curricular activities encourage children to think fearlessly and creatively, producing excellent academic results.

In the words of Mrs Philippa Cawthorne, the headmistress: ‘The spirit and enthusiasm of our pupils has to be seen to be believed.’

To arrange a visit, please call our registrar, Mrs Thalia Demetriades, on 020 8969 0313 or email registrar@bassetths.org.uk.

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British brand Smalls makes supersoft Merino essentials for children that can be worn all year round, provide years of wear, can be handed down to siblings and at the end are biodegradable. lovemysmalls.co.uk

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SMALL TALK Tutus, dolls and new reading matter

VALLEY OF THE DOLLS MERI MERI

Meri Meri's beautiful edit of toys, homewares and accessories includes a delightful family of fabric dolls: Matilsa, Lila and ruby, who are soft, pretty and appealing.

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ounded in the year 2000, Bob & Blossom pre-dates (and arguably inspired) so much of what we now see as ubiquitous in the field of independent kids fashion.

Currently operating from a small but perfectly formed shop on Columbia Road, the brand does a fine line in what you might call “beautiful basics”.

Breton tops, cotton tees, easy-fit grey marl sweatshirts, dinky trousers – many enlivened with simple prints in pretty colours, or else with cute slogans like “Believe in Magic”. One speciality is the tutu, returning for AW18 in flouncy, foamy peach and coral chiffon, with an elastic waist and a shiny satin bow (for sheer sass). Put it all together and you have a one-stop shop for both everyday casuals and glamorous finishing touches. Add the brand’s range of pretty accessories to the mix and you hardly need to shop elsewhere. It’s great for gifting, too – they even create their own line of goldspot polka-dot gift packaging. bobandblossom.co.uk

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Many Rivers Crossed The Study Preparatory School, Wimbledon celebrates 125 years

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he Study Preparatory School, Wimbledon, for girls aged 4-11, is celebrating its 125th anniversary this year. The institution recently opened its doors to its alumnae at a wonderful celebration of the school, and old girls from 1940 through to the present day enjoyed the festivities. The school certainly has come a long way since it was founded in 1893. The Study is now a highly successful, non-selective prep school based on two beautiful sites bordering leafy Wimbledon Common, and is renowned for its creativity. No less than 39 scholarships were offered to its Year 6 girls this year, beating last year’s all time record of 35. We caught up with them to find out more.

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Q Tell us about The Study Prep, what sets you apart?

A The Study is a creative school, but not at the expense of academic rigour, as illustrated by its excellent results at 11+. The Study combines the warmth and sense of community at a traditional village school with the facilities and achievements of a leading preparatory.

Q In what ways has the school come along in the last 10 years?

A The school has introduced hot lunches, acquired an amazing allpurpose sports ground, refurbished the historic Spencer House site with the addition of a landscaped playground, and there are plans to develop the Wilberforce House site in the near future.

Q What facilities and opportunities do you have for the creative arts?

A Although academic rigour is at the heart of the school, The Study

Our old girls have gone on to achieve many things and have fond memories of their time at The Study

is highly creative, with a reputation for excellence in music and the performing and visual arts, and has had Artsmark Gold status since 2009. The Study’s music and performing arts offer is exemplary.

Q And what about sports?

A The dynamic PE department ensures success at both regional and national level across athletics, hockey, cross country and netball and has a spacious off-site sports ground with multi-use pitches for training and matches.

Q In what areas do you believe the school’s strengths lie?

A The Study offers a broad, creative and enhanced curriculum where every girl is encouraged to achieve her best, and the focus on the needs and strengths of every individual is key to the success of the school. Being nonselective at entry, the school manages to provide a bespoke education to each girl, enabling her to achieve her best at 11+. The results speak for themselves: 2018 was another record year of scholarships, with 39 offered to the Year 6 girls, including academic, all-rounder, sport, and music. This brings The Study’s total of scholarships achieved over the last five years to an impressive 135.

Q Tell us about the head teacher’s philosophy?

A Mrs Pepper’s mission is to enable each individual to fulfil her potential in a supportive and happy environment. The girls enjoy a rich diversity of experiences, in and out of the classroom, and an understanding of important issues beyond the school gates.

To book a visit, or to join one of its regular Tuesday tours, call: 020 8947 6969 thestudyprep.co.uk

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Belgravia Pre-Prep boys enjoying preparing for their big play production

Eaton House Schools – where potential is everything EATON HOUSE THE MANOR GIRLS’ SCHOOL

EATON HOUSE BELGRAVIA PRE-PREP, PREP AND NURSERY

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• Outstanding results and pastoral care • 11 Scholarships offered to top London day and boarding schools this year

• The best Pre-Prep results in 5 years • In 2018, 40% of 7+ and 8+ pupils received offers to Westminster Under and St Paul’s Junior School, amongst many other fine schools

• Excellent all round results to the best senior schools • A cluster of scholarships and a coveted John Colet scholarship to St Paul’s School

We are non-selective, register from birth and take children from 3-13. If you want to start a conversation about your child’s brilliant future, ring Jennifer McEnhill on 0203 917 5050 to book an Open House Morning.

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Making MELODIES

London’s Chelsea Quavers Music School is popular with budding musicians. Founding Principal, Claire Meyer, tells us why…

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he benefits of learning a musical instrument at a young age are well documented.

Everything from a child’s language skills to selfconfidence and spatial awareness to attention to detail gets a boost. For this reason, the London-based Chelsea Quavers Music School, which runs holiday workshops and international tuition online, has an outstanding reputation among families.

“There is no other school like it anywhere in the UK, or globally,” states Claire Meyer, Chelsea Quavers Music School’s Founding Principal.

“All our tutors are hand-picked from the top conservatoires around the UK. The qualities we look for in each of our tutors are empathy, energy,

patience, creativity, enthusiasm and a passion to engage with and inspire each individual pupil.”

Eric Whitacre, the GrammyAward winning composer and conductor, agrees with Meyer on the uniqueness of the school. He says: “Claire Meyer is simply one of the most extraordinary educators I have ever met. She has carefully crafted a bespoke curriculum and the Chelsea Quavers’ teaching style I believe to be the future of music education and teaching in general.” Whitacre is not the only well-known supporter of the school, either. The Andrew Lloyd Webber Foundation provides 100% funding for a gifted and talented pupil to study at Chelsea Quavers Music School. And, since 2014, Marsh & Parsons has been an invaluable sponsor of the facility.

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Many of our pupils come in the holidays and parents constantly praise the standard of our workshops

EDUCATION • FOCUS approach to music education Meyer and her team takes.

Meyer has spent the last few years creating Chelsea Quavers’ curriculum, which has since been highly praised

by Directors of Music and Heads of top prep schools in the UK. “I have carefully crafted a fun and educational music curriculum to teach children from age four upwards to read, write, perform, transcribe and compose music in a fun, easy-to-follow and engaging format using our highly acclaimed series of Chelsea Quavers Music Puzzles and the popular hands-on educational musical game CHENGA!” The curriculum is specially designed to allow young pupils to work without constant supervision through reinforcement and step-by-step progression.Yet Chelsea Quavers also offers an excellent tutor to pupil ratio of no more than five pupils to one tutor.

“No other club in London offers this outstanding level of support for each of its pupils,” Meyer adds. “Every one works at his or her own individual level, and children are grouped according to ability and age.”

Chelsea Quavers also offers international online tuition. “As well as the face-to-face camera, we use a close-up camera (she’s called Ziggi!), so the student can see in clear detail what the tutor is writing as if they were sitting across a desk from each other.” In this way, students anywhere in the world are taught ABRSM Theory of Music Grades 1-5, Aural Grades 1-8, Sight Reading (piano), and Sight Singing Grades 1-8.

For children aged four to 12, from beginners or experienced musicians, Chelsea Quavers offers everything they need to excel within the world of melodies. “Our tutors work as a tight-knit team to provide not only the highest possible standards in music education, but to engage with every child to unlock potential, selfbelief and confidence.” Now that is something worth travelling for.

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Embracing an innovative, modern approach whilst keeping traditional values at its core, Kew House School takes an exciting stance on 21st century education. With state-of-the-art facilities, a broad curriculum and excellent pastoral care, Kew House is a place where you would want to be – a place of learning and discovery, laughter and friendship.

Open Days st Tuesday 16th1October – 9.45am November /7th (9.30am/ 9.30am) Wednesday 31st October – 9.45am November 15th/21st (7.00pm/ 9.30am) Thursday 8th November – 9.45am Friday 16th November – 9.45am November 29th (9.30am) Thursday 22nd November – 6.30pm Monday 26th November – 9.45am

Sixth Form Open Event: Thursday 17th January 2019 at 7pm

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As term sets in, Absolutely celebrates the holiday memories

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rriving at the carpark having not seen our children for a week, we don’t know what to expect.

The camp is quite deep in the woods – a 15 minute trek – and they have been there for five days.

Will they have been miserable and homesick? We’re fairly certain they won’t, but you never know. Sending children off to summer camp with no phones means they can’t spend their days staring at tiny screens, but it also means that they can’t phone home. Old school style.

In the carpark we hear them before we see them. There’s a chanting and stomping coming

towards us. As some figures emerge, we catch some lyrics: a song about baked beans. A rowdy bunch is striding towards us, their skin partially decorated with amateur tribal markings, large sticks in their hands, among them our children, who are entirely unrecognizable from the shy, uncertain ones we left here a few days ago, and smelling of bonfire.

What happened to them?

Summer holidays should be about spending time outdoors. They should not be about homework or keeping to the bedtime routine. Our children’s lives are so scheduled, so full of improving activities and timetabling that the six-week break is the only time for them to experience the childhood freedom that, as adults, we fantasise about. Returning from Camp Wilderness, my daughters, aged 9 and 12, are exhausted, filthy and beside themselves with happiness. The best thing, they say, is having no rules and no clocks.

“Whenever we asked the time, we’d be told ‘evening time’ or ‘morning time’. They said it was because time was a social construct. Mummy, what’s a social construct?”

The five day camp involves nonstop games, delicious meals (the favourite? dolphin, they insist, which on further questioning turns

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out to be a creamy potato dish.

Everybody loves dauphinoise) and lots of freedom. There isn’t even a set bedtime, they report proudly.

Children are split into small groups – tribes – and collective activities include shelter-building (those with the most successful shelters actually electing to sleep in their own structures) and lake swimming (freezing) as well as lots of campfire time and the joy of sleeping in a small forest village of teepees. There are also skills: the girls report learning first aid and knots.

And the friendships? When we get home to the iPhone, the messages have already begun. Our elder daughter has a whatsapp group chat entitled ‘Wilderness friends’. They are already planning next year.

And so are we. campwilderness.co.uk

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HISTORY & HILLTOPS TUSCANY We head to Arezzo, the historic hilltop town in eastern Tuscany to explore its Romanesque chapels, vibrant culinary scene and medieval castles.

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easoned holidaymakers will be familiar with Tuscany’s many charms and will likely have visited the big names like Florence and Siena. But Central Tuscany has so much more to offer, from the hilltop town of Cortona to the historic city of Perugia and one of Tuscany’s best-kept secrets, Arezzo.

Within an hour’s drive of all these special places is Fontelunga – a boutique hotel set up a quiet side road in the quaint town of Pozzo Della Chiana – a short drive from Pisa airport.

The ideal base from which to explore, it boasts spectacular views across the Valdichiana, the largest open valley in the Apennine mountains and an area known for its beef from the Chianina cattle, which provides the coveted Florentine steak.

An open valley in the Apennine mountains known for its beef from the Chianina cattle The 19th century red-brick villa, surrounded by gardens and olive groves, has been lovingly and painstakingly renovated, and now has its own large pool, hot tub and tennis court. Inside its classic Tuscan façade you’ll find modern art pieces and furniture from the likes of Philippe Starck and Arne Jacobsen blended in with original mouldings and large windows framing the valley views.

Owners Paolo Kastelec and Philip Robinson make staying with them feel like visiting the country bolthole of fashionable friends – they even have a pack of friendly little dogs. They’ve lived in the area for more than a decade, so can offer insider advice and honest opinions on everything from restaurants to wineries in the area.

One they take us to on our first night is local haunt La Lodola, yet another beautiful Tuscan farmhouse which serves seasonal dishes, written up on chalkboard menus.

As well as eight double rooms and one twin, there are two villas to rent in their entirety nearby. All come with bathtubs and overhead showers with Molton Brown products. There are no televisions (time to ‘switch off’), but there are Bluetooth speakers for you to listen to your own music.

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and headboards in light Italian prints. If you can splurge, go for the junior suite housed in the cottage with French doors opening onto the garden and double sinks in a large bathroom.

Breakfast, much like lunch and dinner in Italy, can be as long and lazy an affair as you like. As well as a feast of homemade pastries and cakes, fresh local and seasonal fruit, and cooked breakfasts are all included.

Casual dinners (the chef asks in the morning whether you will join in the evening for a communal meal) highlight local and seasonal ingredients as well as regional dishes like pasta with truffles and torta salata (a type of Tuscan quiche), and light lunches include caprese salads with tomatoes from the hotel’s garden, and prosciutto with figs or melon.

And naturally, aperitivos are always welcome, as is wine, which leads me onto Avignonesi – a winery near the village of Valiano, just a few kilometres from the historic town of Montepulciano. With its vineyards, villa, chapel and ancient stone wine

cellars, it transports you right to the heart of this famous wine region and an afternoon spent tasting its collection is a must. If you’re willing to blow the budget a little, try the dark and mysterious Occhio di Pernice 2002 - an exclusive wine made from Sangiovese grapes with a flavour of dates, roasted figs and sweet spices akin to liquid caramel.

Activities from yoga sessions and cookery classes to hot air ballooning and horseback riding can easily be arranged by the hotel.

While a scenic drive will take you to Monte San Savino – a little town brimming with impressive renaissance relics and a little way further, to Cortona – a city enclosed by stone walls dating back to Etruscan and Roman times with excellent shopping and several tempting bars where you can people watch.

We didn’t have time to get to Lucignano – one of the most extraordinary examples of medieval town planning, but it was highly recommended, so there’s the perfect excuse to go again. Like I said, Tuscany has many charms – in fact, far too many to fit into just one trip.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner can each be as long and lazy an affair as you like

F O N T E L U N GA H OT E L & V I L L A S Rooms in the main Fontelunga hotel from 175EUR (approx. £155) per night, and exclusive hire of the villas is available from 1,855EUR (approx. £1,648).

Booking: Call +39 0575 660 410 or contact. info@fontelunga.com

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nce the former seat of the Evelyn family, De Vere Wotton House is the 17th century home with a long tradition of entertaining guests. Located just a 20-minute taxi ride from Dorking station - accessible by a 60-minute train from London - Wotton House is an ideal getaway for time-poor Londoners (guilty as charged).

Last year the house underwent a £6 million refurbishment, which saw the historic location given a new lease of life.

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here are four different categories of room at De Vere Wotton House: guest, superior, deluxe and suite. Each has its own flowerinspired name - we’re staying in Marigold. It is impressively spacious, simply yet tastefully decorated in neutral hues and cosy heritage fabrics.

deceptively simple description of ‘chocolate orange pavlova’ doesn’t do it justice. A domed shell of meringue arrives, accompanied by a dollop of orange flavoured ice cream.

After gently tapping on the shell, an interior of rich chocolate moose, salted caramel and chocolate ganache is revealed.

Salty, sweet and decadent - a match made in heaven.

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ven if you don’t own a car (which, let’s face it, is most Londoners) there are plenty of things to keep you occupied during your stay. I make the most of the tranquil setting and enjoy a leisurely walk in the nearby woodland wearing a trusty pair of Hunter wellies (which are available for guests at no extra charge) and stop by the nearby Wotton Hatch pub for a delicious lunch.

For those wanting to fit in a

“A rich chocolate moose is revealed. Salty, sweet and decadent - a match made in heaven.” weekend workout, the hotel also provides bikes, ideal for pootling around the grounds, as well a small leisure centre, where I enjoy an afternoon swim and a sauna.London has never felt so far away.

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DE VERE WOTTON HOUSE Original features and 21st-century style come together in this picturesque country getaway in Dorking B y JOY MONTGOMERY

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he 1877 Restaurant is popular with hotel guests and locals alike, with its menu of locally-sourced, modern classics and its elegant interiors, centred around a striking tree feature. From immaculately presentated pork belly to flavoursome and flakey trout with Jerusalem artichoke, the food is divine. The pudding is certainly a showstopper - the

Rooms from £130 based on two people sharing for one night DE VERE WOTTON HOUSE Guildford Rd, Wotton, RH5 6HS 01306 730000 phcompany.com

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A Tale of Two

CHATEAUX Helen Baron trials two fairytale destinations in France’s Languedoc

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here are many ways a hotel can make an impression: striking contemporary design, ostentatious luxury, sheer scale.

Chateau Les Carrasses opts for the rarer and more arresting tactic of looking like it’s been torn from the pages of a fairytale. This is the kind of chateau people share images of on Pinterest, its circular turrets and crenellated terraces rising Disneylike against the sky. The fact that you don’t see it clearly until you’ve driven through its picturesque grounds and up its sweeping drive only emphasises its loveliness. And yet for all that, its vibe is relaxed rather than imperious.

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he staff are friendly and informal with each other and the guests – while the décor is tastefully understated. A sense of restful charm pervades the place – the amazing glass orangerie that sits behind the main building being a case in point. Of venerable age and possibly iconic origin (it may have been designed by Gustave Eiffel, the architect behind the Eiffel Tower), it doesn’t command attention so much as quietly invite it. It’s the ideal place to sit and sip a cocktail while the kids explore.

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he hotel sits atop a small ridge overlooking its own gardens and acre upon acre of vineyards. Beyond the vineyards is a line of blue hills; beyond the hills, the sea. Closer at hand is the small but beautifully formed town of Capestang, through which runs the justly celebrated Canal du Midi, a tree-lined watercourse speckled with gleaming white motorboats and the odd British-style canal barge. Boat trips are, of course, readily available, while a short drive will bring you into the heart of the stunning Languedoc countryside.

Slightly further afield are the coastal lagoons of Etang de Bages and the historic towns of Narbonn and Beziers.

clever combination of hotel amenities and self-catering freedom makes Chateau Les Carrasses the perfect family destination. Rooms in the main building boast contemporary comforts alongside historic original features, while the accompanying buildings offer larger accommodation for families and groups. Some have private pools or hot tubs, all have terraces or gardens, and they’re furnished with relaxed luxury and easygoing comfort. .

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A one-bedroom property with a pool starts at €209 per night in high season lescarrasses.com

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hateau St Pierre de Serjac is like Chateau Les Carrasses’ urbane older brother. The architecture of the main building is similarly enchanting, blending storybook charm with a Hausmann-like refinement.

Leaving the road, you pass through the chateau’s gates and follow a long, straight drive through the vines, flanked by cypress trees. The hotel stands on an incline overlooking the domaine, imposing yet impossibly elegant.

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erenity rules at St Pierre de Serjac, where both the hotel and its external accommodations are arranged around a series of peaceful lawns, terraces and fountains.

The welcome is warm but (thankfully) not overwrought, and the service is exemplary – staff are always on hand to help with your requests, but interrupt your relaxation. It’s the right kind of luxury, especially for those travelling with children. And children are, of course, very welcome, yet somehow the atmosphere retains a welcome sense of serenity.

his part of the Languedoc offers all the joys of its more famous neighbour, Provence – scenic landscapes, pretty towns and beautiful beaches – without the latter region’s overwhelming number of summer visitors. As such, there’s no excuse not to get out and explore, starting with the friendly neighbouring village of Puissalicon (one of the Languedoc’s celebrated circulade towns, built in concentric circles) and finishing up at the beaches of Sérignan and Portiragnes, a 25-minute drive to the south.

“The architecture is enchanting, with storybook charm and a Hausmann-like refinement”

s with Carrasses, you can opt for a classic hotel experience with a suite in the main building, or plump for larger self-catering accommodation in the modern (but aesthetically appropriate) buildings ranged around the grounds.

We stayed in a three-bedroom townhouse with private garden and pool (fenced and gated for safety), en suite bathrooms, fully equipped kitchen and open-plan living area. The interiors are beautifully done – restrained yet luxurious, traditional yet completely contemporary, with a real sense of quality craftsmanship throughout.

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nce again, activities are many and varied. There’s wine tasting for the adults and regular family-friendly events – our girls loved the evening of flamenco music and dance – as well as horseriding, golf and (in high season) a daily kids’ club. There’s also a stylish restaurant, a heated communal swimming pool and a beautifully designed spa. The latter offers a full menu of sensuous treatments plus a heated indoor pool, solarium and gardens – ideal for catching a little metime while the rest of the family engage in more active pursuits.

A two-bedroom self-catering property starts at €249 per night serjac.com

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Get ready

JET SET, GO… Award-winning destination specialist Letsgo2 shares its definitive guide to Barbados

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THINGS TO DO THE HIGHLIGHTS  Go ‘liming with the locals’ at Oistins fish fry on a Friday night  Watch a polo match at one of Barbados’ world class grounds  Go on a sunset catamaran cruise along the west coast  Visit Hunte’s Gardens - the most amazing garden you’re ever likely to see  Hire a car and explore the rugged east coast

 Visit an old plantation house and learn about Barbados’ rich history  Seek out designer labels at Limegrove Lifestyle Centre and Holetown’s Chattel Village  Learn to surf on the south coast

WHAT TO EXPECT The Bajan people are very welcoming, but there’s more to it than that.

Everything has a British tint to it, whether it’s glimpsing cricket being played on village greens or sipping tea and nibbling scones in the afternoon.

The rolling countryside of the island’s interior is reminiscent of Devon and Somerset, and you’ll see familiar place names like Scarborough, Worthing and Scotland. There’s one crucial difference, the weather in Barbados is far superior.

DINING IN BARBADOS Barbados boasts some of the best (and most expensive) restaurants in the Caribbean, including The Tides, The Cliff and Daphne’s (managed by the same team as its iconic Kensington counterpart).

Seafood features on most menus, but you’ll also find Thai fusion, Italian and international cuisine in abundance. A trip to Barbados wouldn’t be complete without sampling the island’s national dish: flying fish. Traditionally, it’s fried in breadcrumbs and served in a cutter (bread roll) with a good dollop of Bajan hot pepper sauce.

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WHERE TO STAY West Coast Blessed with soft sands, the west coast of Barbados is often called ‘The Platinum Coast.’ It’s where you’ll find all the luxury resorts such as Sandy Lane, Fairmont Royal Pavillion, as well as the upscale all inclusive offerings such as Colony Club and Mango Bay. South Coast The lively south coast is the place to stay if you like to do more than simply lounge by the pool. By day, there are watersports aplenty and after dark, St Lawrence Gap is a popular nightlife hotspot.

Accommodation includes the highlyrecommended Sugar Bay Barbados, Bougainvillea Beach Resort and Turtle Beach by Elegant Hotels.

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Bordered by Kew Gardens and the River Thames, Royal Mid-Surrey Golf Club is located in the heart of Richmond. The Clubhouse, with its panoramic views, is an ideal venue for business meetings and special celebrations in our three private function rooms.

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BRAMHAM GARDENS SW5

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ituated in the highly sought-after Bramham Gardens area is this first floor apartment, set in a period bulding. With a lift overlooking the tranquil communal gardens, the property comprises an entertaining area with high ceilings, a large kitchen/ breakfast area and a guest suite with a private bathroom as well as and three separate balconies. In addition, it is close to Gloucester Road and Earls Court stations.

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Sulivan Road SW6 Stunning five bedroom mid terrace townhouse, set over four floors. EPC: B. Guide price £2,250,000

Chesilton Road SW6

Doria Road SW6 A charming and bright four bed house with a 26'+ garden, with planning has granted for a full basement. Approximately 2,170 sq ft.

Guide price £2,500,000

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An immaculate six bedroom townhouse moments from Parsons Green. EPC: D. Guide price £3,375,000

The Piper Building SW6 A bright three bedroom split-level apartment in an iconic portered building. EPC: B. £1,450,000

Beaumont Crescent W14 Four bedroom upper maisonette set over the first, second and third floors. EPC: F. Guide price £1,295,000

Cambria Street SW6 Set in an enviable location just off the King's Road, a fully refurbished family house and benefiting from a private garage. Approximately 1,636 sq ft.

Guide price £2,350,000

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Hurlingham Road, SW6 • Newly refurbished throughout • Gorgeous wooden floors • Basement providing additional space Hurlingham Road is a tree lined street, moments from the famous Hurlingham Club and benefits from the transport facilities of Putney Bridge, New Kings Road and Parsons Green.

Our Fulham expert, Chiara Thomas, looks forward to helping you. chiara.thomas@knightfrank.com 020 3463 2621 07970 155 816

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Guide price £1,695 per week

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Available unfurnished All potential tenants should be advised that, as well as rent, an administration fee of £288 and referencing fees of £48 per person will apply when renting a property. There will also be a £48 charge to register your deposit with the Tenancy Deposit Scheme if applicable. (All fees shown are inclusive of VAT.) Please ask us for more information about other fees that will apply or visit www.knightfrank.co.uk/tenantfees.

Knight Frank is a member of the ARLA Client Money Protection Scheme and our redress scheme for consumers is Property Redress Scheme.

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The house on the communal garden.

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Earls Terrace, Kensington W8 • A beautiful Grade II listed family house with 24 hour security • Underground parking for two cars • Approximately 5,017 sq ft Earls Terrace is situated to the western end of Kensington High Street and is within easy distance of Holland Park. Kensington High Street's varied shops, restaurants and transport connections are close at hand.

Our Kensington expert, Peter Bevan, looks foward to helping you. peter.bevan@knightfrank.com 020 8115 3277 07770 017076

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Guide price £10,250,000

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The house with high ceilings.

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Stafford Terrace, W8 • A beautiful Grade II listed house on a desirable road in Kensington • Well balanced accommodation set over five floors • Approximately 4251 sq ft Stafford Terrace is located close to High Street Kensington and Earls Court Road with a variety of restaurants, cafes and shops. Holland Park is a short walk away.

Our Kensington expert, Tacita Rolls, looks forward to helping you. tacita.rolls@knightfrank.com 020 8115 3069 07785 904957

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Guide price £5,750 per week

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Available unfurnished All potential tenants should be advised that, as well as rent, an administration fee of £288 and referencing fees of £48 per person will apply when renting a property. There will also be a £48 charge to register your deposit with the Tenancy Deposit Scheme if applicable. (All fees shown are inclusive of VAT.) Please ask us for more information about other fees that will apply or visit www.knightfrank.co.uk/tenantfees.

Knight Frank is a member of the ARLA Client Money Protection Scheme and our redress scheme for consumers is Property Redress Scheme.

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The flat with the modern interior.

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Prince Edward Mansions, Notting Hill W2 • In a sought after, well managed Edwardian mansion block with a porter • A spacious third floor flat with excellent entertaining space • Approximately 4,635 sq ft

Our Notting Hill expert, Arthur Lintell, looks forward to helping you. arthur.lintell@knightfrank.com 020 3551 5156

Prince Edward Mansions is on Moscow Road and is ideally placed for the amenities of Westbourne Grove and transport links of Notting Hill Gate (Circle, District and Central lines). knightfrank.co.uk

Guide price £7,500,000

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Westbourne Grove, W11 • 1st and 2nd floor maisonette • Benefiting from wooden floors throughout • Approximately 967 sq ft

Our Notting Hill expert, Elizabeth Holder, looks forward to helping you. elizabeth.holder@knightfrank.com 020 8033 9841

Excellently located in Notting Hill, nearby fashionable shops and restaurants. Westbourne Grove runs from Kensington to Queensway.

knightfrank.co.uk

Guide price £865 per week

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Available unfurnished All potential tenants should be advised that, as well as rent, an administration fee of £288 and referencing fees of £48 per person will apply when renting a property. There will also be a £48 charge to register your deposit with the Tenancy Deposit Scheme if applicable. (All fees shown are inclusive of VAT.) Please ask us for more information about other fees that will apply or visit www.knightfrank.co.uk/tenantfees.

Knight Frank is a member of the ARLA Client Money Protection Scheme and our redress scheme for consumers is Property Redress Scheme.

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Westgate Terrace, SW10 • A beautifully refurbished property in the heart of Chelsea • The flat is located in an attractive stucco fronted period conversion • Approximately 928 sq ft Westgate Terrace is situated off Redcliffe Square and is conveniently located close to the Fulham Road and the King's Road with a bustling scene of boutiques and restaurants.

Our Chelsea expert, Beau McCarty, looks forward to helping you. beau.mccarty@knightfrank.com 020 8128 9743 07966 266411

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Guide price £1,200,000

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DREAM The most luxuriously appointed properties on the market

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OLD ST JAMES’S VICARAGE SW6, GUIDE £9,750,000

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ld St James’s Vicarage is truly one of the most unique and memorable houses in Fulham. This spectacular gothic-revival house has stunning architectural details and finishes. Situated on the Moore Park Estate, between Kings Road and Fulham Road, it is close to excellent shops, restaurants and facilities, both at Fulham Broadway and in Chelsea.

KNIGHT FRANK Fulham, 020 7751 2401 knightfrank.co.uk

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PROPERTY • NEW TO THE MARKET

EARLS TERRACE

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et on one of the most exclusive addresses in Kensington is this, Grade II, Georgian family home. Wellproportioned, the house provides an exceptional volume of space, as well as a magnificent 93ft. southfacing garden. Complete with access to one of the most soughtafter communal garden squares, two secure underground parking spaces and a gym with a ten-metre swimming pool.

KNIGHT FRANK Kensington, 020 7368 0981 knightfrank.co.uk

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CLONMEL ROAD

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his elegant accommodation is set over four floors and includes two spacious reception rooms, one with bi-folding doors leading to the garden and the other featuring light wood floors and a fireplace. The impressive kitchen/dining room is fully fitted with high-specification appliances and the property also benefits from six bedrooms, four bathrooms and a private balcony.

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enzance Place is a beautiful and bright two double-bedroom, two-bathroom maisonette.

Providing approximately 1,543 sq. ft. of living space, this property also comes complete with a terrace and is located in a quiet, residential area of Notting Hill. It is conveniently situated in close proximity to the area’s fantastic amenities and transport links, with Holland Park station just a six minute walk away.

THIS SPECTACULAR GOTHIC-REVIVAL HOUSE HAS STUNNING ARCHITECTURAL DETAILS AND FINISHES

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Notting Hill Gate, 020 7908 9280 youhome.co.uk

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www.finlaybrewer.co.uk BROOK GREEN SHEPHERDS BUSH BROOK ACTON GREEN SHEPHERDS BUSH ACTON

138 SHEPHERDS BUSH ROAD W6 7PB 113 ASKEW ROAD W12 9AS 138 SHEPHERDS BUSH ROAD W6 7PB 27 CHURCHFIELD ROAD W3 6BD 113 ASKEW ROAD W12 9AS 27 CHURCHFIELD ROAD W3 6BD

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UPPER MALL W6 £1,500PW / £6,500PCM UPPER MALL W6 •£1,500PW WONDERFUL FAMILY HOME / £6,500PCM • •• •• ••

4 DOUBLE BEDROOMS MASTER SUITEFAMILY WITH MEZZANINE STUDY AREA WONDERFUL HOME 2 LIVING SPACE 4 FLOORS DOUBLE OF BEDROOMS 2 BATHROOMS & 2 SHOWER ROOMS MASTER SUITE WITH MEZZANINE STUDY AREA

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HAMMERSMITH GROVE W6 £3,500PW / £15,167PCM • • • • •

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PARSONS GREEN, FULHAM A rare opportunity to purchase a family home on Parsons Green. The beautiful house comprises an entrance hall, cloakroom, kitchen, three reception rooms/diners along with access to a large basement. There are five double bedrooms, three bathrooms, as well as lots of outside space.

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PALMERSTON MANSIONS, FULHAM This wonderful flat in the much sought after Queen’s Club Gardens comprises two double bedrooms, a large kitchen and a large reception room with a balcony. In close proximity to shops, bars and restaurants, as well as Barons Court and West Brompton stations.

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Chiswick Hammersmith West Kensington Fulham Chelsea

Battersea Clapham Putney Barnes Richmond

Kew Sheen Twickenham Teddington Kingston

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FAULKNER HOUSE, FULHAM An exclusive river facing two double bedroom apartment in the sort after Fulham Reach development. Access to a large private balcony with river views, two double bedrooms with extensive built in storage, two en suite bathrooms and a further guest cloakroom. The development benefits from 24 hour concierge, residents’ gym, swimming pool, spa, cinema room,etc. and is walking distance of Hammersmith Tube station.

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Elm Park Gardens, SW10

£2,450 per week

An exceptional ground and lower maisonette. The ground floor reception rooms have a wonderful flow with the two spacious living rooms leading onto a light and airy kitchen which has direct access to the quiet communal gardens of Elm Park Gardens. The flat is decorated in neutral colours and has wood floors throughout. In addition there is a good sized sitting room with flat screen television and a built in sound system. Situated close to the restaurants, shops and cinema of the Fulham Road. This flat is offered unfurnished.

THREE BEDROOMS • TWO EN SUITE BATHROOMS • SHOWER/STEAM ROOM • GUEST WC • FAMILY/ MEDIA ROOM • DRAWING ROOM • DINING ROOM • KITCHEN • UTILITY ROOM • COMMUNAL GARDENS

Cranley Place, SW7

£6,500 per week

An elegant six bedroom stucco fronted house on a desirable tree lined street in South Kensington. This fabulous house benefits from excellent entertaining space, a large eat-in kitchen leading to a landscaped patio garden, exceptional natural light, oak parquet flooring and many original features. Brand newly refurbished throughout to an exceptional standard, this house is offered unfurnished with access to the award winning private gardens and tennis court of Onslow Square.

SIX BATHROOMS • FOUR RECEPTION ROOMS • FAMILY ROOM/SIXTH BEDROOM • GUEST WC • KITCHEN/ BREAKFAST ROOM • GARDEN • STAFF FLAT • COMMUNAL GARDENS AND TENNIS COURT

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020 3284 1888 mayfair@humberts.com

48 Berkeley Square, Mayfair London W1J 5AX

William Harley Street Mews Camdpen Hill Court, W8 £1,700 per weekW1G Knightsbridge Marylebone SW7

Asking Guide Price: Price:£1,900,000 £1,075,000leasehold freehold

David Adams Director 48 Berkeley Square, Mayfair, London W1J 5AX T: 020 3284 1888 E: david.adams@humberts.com

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THE TOWER ST GEORGE WHARF SW8 AN EXCEPTIONAL APARTMENT WITH UNPARALLED VIEWS OVER LONDON The Tower is located on the 41st floor and benefits from the highest standard of interior design. This contemporary apartment offers spectacular views of central London and the River Thames, visible through the floor to ceiling windows from each of the main reception rooms and three bedrooms. The Tower further benefits from 24 hour concierge services and security and a stunning health suite comprising a swimming pool, gym, spa, and private residents’ cinema. A valet parking service is also available for the underground car park.

Accommodation:Entrance hall, reception room, kitchen, dining room, master bedroom with ensuite bathrooms and dressing room, bedroom 2 with ensuite shower room, bedroom 3, Shower Room, guest WC, utility room.

Amenities: 24-Hour concierge, residents only health suite, valet parking.

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EATON SQUARE BELGRAVIA SW1 A BEAUTIFULLY DECORATED AND CLEVERLY DESIGNED TOP FLOOR APARTMENT Located at Eaton Square, one of London’s most prestigious addresses, this two bedroom apartment has been cleverly designed and thoughtfully decorated to create an open plan penthouse. This apartment provides a large terrace that offers impressive views over the gardens and St Peter’s Church. The building has excellent security and a 24 hour porter, as well as an optional key holding service through the Grosvenor Estate. Owners may also access the private gardens of Eaton Square.

Accommodation: Entrance hall, reception room, kitchen/breakfast room, master bedroom with ensuite bathroom, bedroom 2, shower room, utility room. Amenities: Terrace, porter, lift.

£1,650,000

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ALBERT HALL MANSIONS KENSINGTON SW7 A GRAND UNMODERNISED APARTMENT OVERLOOKING HYDE PARK A first floor lateral apartment offering grand reception rooms directly overlooking Kensington Gardens and the Albert Memorial. Leading from the large French windows is a full length balcony overlooking the park. Albert Hall Mansions is a popular redbrick mansion block with comprehensive porter service located close to many local amenities. The apartment extends to some 2,302 sq ft and is now in need of some updating.

Accommodation: Entrance hall, double reception room, kitchen/dining room, 2/3 bedrooms, bathroom, 2 shower rooms, utility room, guest cloakroom. Amenities: Terrace, lift, porter.

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LOWNDES SQUARE KNIGHTSBRIDGE SW1 AN UNMODERNISED LATERAL APARTMENT WITH VIEWS OVER LOWNDES SQUARE Located on the fifth floor of this prime portered block, is an unmodernised four bedroom apartment offering a purchaser the opportunity to create their own home. The property benefits from a 24 hour porter and a storage room in the basement of the building. Lowndes Square is at the very epicentre of Knightsbridge, located just to the east of Sloane Street and west of Belgravia. It is within walking distance of all the many international amenities of the area including Harrods and Harvey Nichols.

Accommodation: Entrance Hall, reception/dining room, kitchen, 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, guest cloak room.

Amenities: Lift, 24-hour porter.

£5,500 000

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BRAMHAM GARDENS, SW5 £3,000,000 A beautifully and exquisitely refurbished first floor apartment (1,505 sq.ft) set within an immaculately maintained period building with lift overlooking the sought after garden square of Bramham Gardens. Leasehold.

Davide Moi Property Guru and Local Expert for SW5 & SW7

SOUTHWELL GARDENS, SW7 £1,600,000

CHENISTON GARDENS, W8 £3,000,000

A stunning first floor apartment (830 sq.ft) set within a period building. This property features three south facing French windows leading out onto a balcony, a classically proportioned reception room, multi-use mezzanine and a double bedroom situated to the rear. Share of Freehold.

A spacious four bedroom lateral apartment (1,875 sq.ft) on the first floor (with a lift) in a well-regarded and efficiently managed mansion block in the heart of Kensington. Share of Freehold.

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PENZANCE PLACE, W11 £2,200,000 A beautiful and bright two double bedroom (with study/third bedroom) and two bathroom maisonette (1,543 sq.ft) with terrace in a very quiet and pretty part of Notting Hill, a short walk away from all the area’s great amenities and transport links. Share of Freehold.

Jerry Epton MRICS Property Guru and Local Expert for W11 & W2

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KENSINGTON COURT, W8 £1,650,000

PRINCES SQUARE, W2 £820,000

An elegant and spacious three bedroom three bathroom apartment (1,596 sq.ft) set within a large redbrick Victorian building which benefits from having its own private entrance in this highly sought after location in Kensington Court.

Leasehold.

A smart, light and impressive one double bedroom flat (546 sq.ft) on the best floor (first, with lift) of a listed stucco, portered building on and with access to private Princes Square gardens. Leasehold.

Alexandra Mathew

Jerry Epton MRICS

Property Guru and Local Expert for W8 & W14

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