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the innovation issue APRIL 2013
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Feature 13 GAME CHANGERS
AIMEE LATIMER looks at some of the mavericks and moguls who have blazed an innovative trail in their industry
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Travel 92 A DECADE OF SUCCESS
THE TECHNOLOGY OF EVOLUTION
British Airways CityFlyer celebrates ten years at London City Airport
A first look inside Level39 - a centre for technological excellence and innovation in Canary Wharf
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25 INNOVATION NATION
EMMA JOHNSON meets Rosy Greenlees, executive director of the British Craft Council, to talk about forging British design links overseas
Collection 34 BACK TO THE FUTURE
30 Watches + Jewellery
84 Food + Drink
57 lifestyle: him
89 business travel
69 lifestyle: her
95 luxury travel
78 motoring
105 Property
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lifestyle 60 IT’S A LONDON THING
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The UK’s horology industry is in full-scale revival, says RICHARD BROWN as he meets the men putting Britain back on the watchmaking map
A LITTLE PIECE OF PARADISE
EMMA JOHNSON reviews the first boutique hotel in Mauritius, and finds out that the best things come in small packages
RICHARD BROWN traces Britain’s past, present and future impact on the rest of the world
28 CRAFTING A FUTURE
THE BRAINS BEHIND...
DANIEL ENGELSMAN profiles the British brains responsible for technology that is renowned, loved and admired the world over
Expert British tailoring for the patriotic man about town
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72 EYE ON THE BALL
British innovation Hawk-Eye has revolutionised sport. DANIEL ENGELSMAN profiles its extraordinary story
as level39 opens in canary wharf, we look at how British innovation is shaping our world
75 TOMORROW’S WORLD
British innovation has been behind some of the most important driving discoveries of the past decade, says MATTHEW CARTER
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The Technology of Evolution: Level39 opens in Canary Wharf p. 20
MISSION TO THE EDGE OF SPACE Felix Baumgartner, holder of three new records after his freefall jump from the stratosphere during the Red Bull Stratos Mission
EL PRIMERO STRATOS The ďŹ rst watch to break the sound barrier in a near space environment www.zenith-watches.com/felixbaumgartner
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AIMEE LATIMER highlights the key people, places and events in April. With the world accelerating at a rapid pace, this month our British Innovation issue celebrates the pioneers who are key to this changing future, as we also examine the direct role Canary Wharf is playing on the global stage
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Who? The Fashion Designers
Eras are defined in part by the clothes – they become a national uniform that channels the mood and frivolities of the time. Whether it be 80s punks rebelling by ripping their shirts or the roaring twenties jiving hemlines skywards, fashion designers are hugely important in capturing and immortalising popular culture. We praise the British designers who have kept heritage British tailoring alive whilst evolving with the changing times to keep London the style capital of the world.
What? Olivier awards
The Olivier Awards with MasterCard will once again host their glamorous theatre awards in the Royal Opera House on 28 April. Sheridan Smith and Hugh Bonneville will present the coveted awards to weeping luvvies between live performances and showbiz mingling. Expect well-deserved recognition and theatrical speeches.
Senior Designer Sarah Connell
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When? THE LONDON MARATHON
The 21 April will see the return of the Virgin London Marathon where runners will push themselves through 26.2 gruelling miles of London to raise money for charity and prove their endurance. An estimated half a million spectators will cheer on the life changing race that is the largest annual fund raising event in the world, it passes through Canary Wharf from miles 15 to 19.
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Where? Canary Wharf
This month we see how Canary Wharf is becoming the tech-hub of Europe. With the area’s existing financial prestige and growing technology sector co-existing with luxury shopping and fine dining, Canary Wharf has never been such an exciting place to live and work.
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Why? Lent Is Over
The worship of chocolate runs regardless of religion. Whether you stuck through Lent or even celebrate Easter, the flood of chocolate and sweets on the high-street is sure to bring out the sinfulness in most. Of course, if we just take one… L’orchidée Boutique Patisserie Macaroons, £25, notonthehighstreet.com WHO: Ted Baker WHEN: Michaelpuche / Shutterstock.com
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editor’s letter
april Every year in April we do a British-themed issue; and, much like with our Christmas issues, the challenge for the team is always to inspire and intrigue without repeating the usual platitudes of quintessential Britain – all bobbies on the beat, cups of tea, cake and scones, Union Jacks, cockney rhyming slang, and the steady, relentless stream of Cool Britannia-themed rhetoric. Britain is so much more than the sum of these now twee and clichéd parts: it is history and heritage, sure; it is time and tradition, yes; but it is also forward-thinking, creative, world-leading and dynamic. It is, in so many ways, at the cutting edge of innovation across the globe, shaping the world in which we live and, more importantly, now leading the charge of change into our future. And if you don’t believe us, read on. Our pages this month are dedicated to those people, places, companies and things that position us firmly at the centre of this digitally, technologically, financially and creatively innovative world. We lead the way in so many markets and industries; we set the tone for standards of practice across the globe and we develop, test, create and invent some of the most important innovations in the world today. World-shaping products and brands with a truly British origin that you’ll find in our pages this month include: Vertu, iPod, McLaren, Virgin, Hawkeye, MacBook, Range Rover, The Body Shop, Net-a-Porter, iPhone, Bowers & Wilkins and Reiss. Oh, we are so much more than a cup of Rosy Lee. If you still remain unconvinced about the powerhouse of British innovation, Richard Brown takes you through the revolutionary British technological inventions that have not only set the tone for the world we know today, but will be at forefront of shaping our future too, (p. 25.) And our interview with British Craft Council executive director Rosy Greenlees looks at how traditional British crafts and techniques are being used in new and innovative ways to ensure we remain at the forefront of design standards and creativity. See how British design is starting to have a global reach on p. 28. In a month that celebrates those people and brands that dare to dream, there is perhaps no better example of how Britain is leading the way in terms of innovation, than the opening of Level39 in Canary Wharf. Boris Johnson was there on 18 March to cut the virtual ribbon – in the form of unveiling a digital plaque using wireless technology – in the presence of Canary Wharf Group chairman and chief executive officer Sir George Iacobescu, and Eric Van Der Kleij, head of Level39, along with a number of London’s leading business personalities and high potential startups. Read our feature on how this cutting edge new space will help transform the technology world in London and open numerous opportunities for new enterprises and businesses (p. 20). Keep thinking big…
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AIMEE LATIMER salutes Britain’s innovators, its mavericks and its industry giants – and those fearless enough to change the rules
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The rapidly changing consumer landscape has ushered in the age of the innovators. An age where businesses not only have to stay afloat amongst fierce competition in a struggling economy, but one where they must constantly evolve just to stay relevant. In an issue praising the best of British innovation we salute the individuals, the new voices and the long-lasting brands who with relentless ambition and a streak of national eccentricity have managed to not just ride the wave of change, but somehow walk on water to the other side.
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Endolite, The Life Changers Britain’s triumph in earning 120 medals during the London 2012 Paralympic Games shone a global spotlight on the technology available for the disabled in sport and daily life. Britain has long been an unsung hero in the development of prosthetics since Chas A. Blatchford founded Blatchford in 1890. Propelled to meet the needs of the surge of young amputees returning from World War II, Blatchford has always been at the forefront of the industry. Its 21st-century Echelon Foot won awards for its biometric design that closely mimics human posture and its complex controls that allow secure movement on slopes. When paralympic athlete Robbie Barrett sprinted across the air wearing a prototype Running Blade by Endolite, (Blatchford’s product division), during the Paralympic Opening Ceremony, it symbolised the proud past and promising future of prosthetic devices.
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Hawk-Eye, The Line Crosser Hawk-Eye has changed the way we watch sport for good. Based in Hampshire, Hawk-Eye’s technology uses a computer system to visually track the trajectory of a ball, predict its most likely path and prove whether it was out of the lines. Although already widely used across sports such as cricket and tennis, Hawk-Eye hit the headlines in October 2012 after gaining official authorisation from FIFA to install their goal-line technology worldwide. Their groaning mantel of awards, including two BAFTAS for Sports Innovation and an Emmy for Outstanding Innovative Technical Achievement, is testament to Hawk-Eye’s impact on popular culture that is set to only soar.
FOOD Jamie Oliver, The People Person It takes a lot of charm to become a national treasure by calling people lazy and telling them their kids are fat, but Jamie Oliver, MBE, managed it. The Naked Chef has come a long way from peeling potatoes in his parents’ Essex restaurant, to owning multiple restaurant chains and starring in a series of television shows broadcast in more than 100 countries. On top of great financial success, Oliver has had an undoubted effect on the British food industry. His tireless campaigning to improve British school meals launched a national debate fuelled by the obesity crisis that drove the government to action. His best-selling cookbooks, such as Jamie’s 15 Minute Meals, convinced a generation who had never inherited the skills to cook that they too could create healthy food quickly and on a budget.
Heston Blumenthal, The Fantasist Far from an overnight success, Heston Blumenthal worked as a photocopier salesman and debt collector whilst educating himself about French cuisine and scraping together enough money to buy a dilapidated old pub in Berkshire in 1995, when aged 28. That pub, The Fat Duck, went on to win three Michelin stars and grounded Heston’s reputation as one of the best chefs in the world. Blumenthal’s impact on gastronomy has been so radical because, unlike his peers who simplify recipes to market them to the public, he deals only in dramatics. His marriage of food with theatre – delighting in smells, texture and challenging perceptions – has modernised the historic concept of dining as performance art. Blumenthal’s obsession with experimentation has recently catalysed an interest in the history of British gastronomy, leading him to reinterpret forgotten dishes such as Powdered Anjou Pigeon and Mock Turtle Soup for bemused but happy dinners.
BEAUTY
Nails Inc, The Peacock Aged only 23, Thea Green, MBE, founded Nails Inc. in 1999. Armed with £250,000 she was inspired by a gap in the market for fashion-forward manicures that time-poor women could slip into their lunch hours as their American cousins did. Green now employs 420 people, has 58 nail bars in the UK and Ireland and, in 2011, had a turnover of £22 million. All 100-plus colours are manufactured in Britain and named after London streets and boroughs, from the scarlet St James to sage-green Seven Dials.
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The Body Shop, The Ethicist In 1976, Dame Anita Roddick bought the concept and name of The Body Shop from a Californian store which sold natural body lotions to help employ and train immigrant women. Up to her death in 2007, Roddick was key to developing that philanthropic ethos and business in the UK. In addition to The Body Shop’s commercial success, the company’s ability to turn over substantial profits whilst sticking to strict ethical guidelines has set a standard of practice for all beauty brands. All its products are vegetarian, not tested on animals and support community fair trade, and the company supports multiple charities, from ending sex trafficking to HIV prevention. As The Body Shop flourishes and inspires the next generation of organic and ethical beauty brands, Roddick’s substantial reputation continues to shape the industry by bringing the often-taboo subject of ethics into the boardroom.
TRAVEL
easyJet, The Leveller Seeing the burnt orange propellers of an easyJet plane puttering above Magaluf rarely fuels much jealousy for its cramped, snackless passengers, and yet the British airline has become a major player in the air travel revolution. Companies with low fares and lesser baggage allowances are making travel accessible to almost anyone, resulting in a substantial recent cultural shift in attitudes towards foreign holidays. After a 2012 revenue of £3.854 billion and a place as a FTSE 250 company, easyJet has clearly taken off.
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Virgin Galactic, The High Flyer So unrelenting is Sir Richard Branson’s brazen ambition that, bored with shuttling the masses on trains and planes, he will now be blasting them into sub-orbit by 2014 for the equally astronomical ticket price of $200,000. The very availability of space tourism has changed the world’s perceptions of the final frontier and taken Britain to the forefront of setting a daunting new precedent for the possible extent of human potential in travel and technology.
INTERIORS
David Linley, The Traditional Modernist David Linley has become a name ubiquitous with quality British furniture since his eponymous store opened in 1985. Linley’s success seemingly lies in keeping true to its core values of traditional and modern wood techniques, whilst embarking on attentiongrabbing collaborations. For example, its partnership with celebrity chef Tom Aikens to produce a range of kitchen accessories beautifully crafted from solid black walnut and African blackwood, proved both a critical and commerical hit. Although David remains chairman of Linley, in 2011 Jamie Edmiston became the new CEO and majority shareholder. Over the next five years the two plan to expand the company internationally by placing particular emphasis on retailing their signature bespoke designs and gifts.
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“The Body Shop’s ability to turn over substantial profits whilst sticking to strict ethical guidelines has set a standard of practice for all beauty brands.” Robin Day, The Humble Megastar In 1962, Robin Day OBE, changed the course of the entire furniture industry with the creation of his Polypropylene chair. Inexpensively moulded from the then-new polypropylene, it was one of the first pieces of furniture to fully use the mass-manufacturing opportunity of injection moulding. Half a century on, there are now an estimated 50 million of the chairs in circulation, their pops of colour and iconic shape still instantly recognisable. The chairs had such an instant global appeal that while travelling abroad, Day once saw several bolted to dug-out canoes in Botswana. Throughout Day’s seven-decade career he kept true to his ethos of bringing affordable, contemporary designs to the mass market, and in the process revolutionised the public’s access and awareness of interior design. Day lived to see the Polypropylene chair honoured alongside the mini-skirt, London Underground map and the Concorde as part of a set of ten stamps issued by the Royal Mail celebrating 20th-century design classics in 2009.
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Robin Day Poly Side Plastic Chair, £55, Fusion Living, fusionliving.co.uk
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FASHION
ReisS, The Power House
David Reiss
Natalie Massenet
Companies in their droves have tried to buy Reiss from its founder and managing director, David Reiss, but he refuses to leave the dwindling club of British fashion moguls who still own their own company. The son of an east London tailor, Reiss spotted a gap in the market for premium quality at affordable prices and opened his first store in Bishopsgate in 1971. Ever since he’s shown no sign of selling off his perfectly tailored empire of 100 shops and 1000 employees. Despite already having stores across the world, Reiss garnered unparalleled global attention when Kate Middleton wore Reiss’ Nannette dress in one of her official engagement portraits shot by Mario Testino. His signature classic but stylish creations have regularly sold out ever since.
Net-A-Porter, The fashion Machine Cracked Leather Dress, Christopher Kane £1,995 net-a-porter.com
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Net-A-Porter launched in the UK in 2000 to offer women better access to the designer fashions they saw in the magazines but couldn’t find in the stores. Founder, and honorary Brit, Natalie Massenet, had to convince the reluctant luxury-goods industry its future lay in online retail and this intuition paid off with a company turnover of £238 million. In 2010, Massenet sold a majority stake to the Swiss company Richemont for £50 million but she retains the title of chairman to compliment her impressive CV, that boasts a stint as a fashion editor and her current role as chairman of the British Fashion Council.
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EVOLUTION The launch of Level39 is establishing Canary Wharf as the tech hub of Europe, writes AIMEE LATIMER, but far from the area just profiting from the technology market, it’s being transformed by it
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very factor of the constitution of Canary Wharf is ideal for the technology industry: its location in London, its playing host to the world’s banks but most simply its money. For an industry propelled by speed and investment, Canary Wharf is ideally suited to harness the boom of tech
accelerator programmes; programmes where start-ups are injected with funding, training and crucial networking all in return for equity. This is where Canary Wharf excels over all of London’s territories, it is the European home of investment. The technology industry differs to banking because it operates over such short time frames. Any person, with little experience or funds, can land huge investment to immediately create and
distribute a product. The only drawback to these legendary tales of rapid success is the constant race to finalise that patent before anyone with a similar idea gets there first. This makes visibility crucial to propelling the whole industry forward. With most innovators in the tech field lacking the manpower or even the know-how for promotion, they need a platform to test and showcase their ideas in a respected arena inhabited by keen
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investors: Level39 is that place. Level39 is not only making Canary Wharf a name in London – the technology centre of Europe – it is also raising its profile into the international league of tech meccas alongside Singapore and San Francisco. Canary Wharf is set not only to profit financially from the tech game, it also stands to gain from association, absorbing a direct influx of new technology as its tech centre grows. Level39 occupies the entire 29,000 sq ft of the 39th floor of the iconic One Canada Square tower. It is Europe’s largest accelerator space for technology businesses innovating in the financial services, meaning that it is developing technology in a way that complements Canary Wharf’s existing financial strengths. It was designed with little modesty by the renowned architects Gensler who created spaces for Facebook and Google. To simply get to the event space, innovators and investors walk through a tunnel lit with flickering live data, interactive technology and new ideas, the design scheme seemingly being that if it looks like a place from the future then that’s because it is. Core to the concept under all the geeky glamour is
the allocated growth space for businesses experiencing rapid expansion who need to meet potential clients and partners. This complements an additional 200 seat event space to host regular industry events. The whole floor will combine office and social space for small businesses to create, test and market world-class financial technology products and services. There’s also a Business Club Lounge, should we forget this is Canary Wharf. Canary Wharf may be most famous for its banks but Level39 is actually entering an existing, and thriving, technology hub. The Canary Wharf Group have already established the area as one of London’s leading technology, media and telecommunications clusters, hosting over 1 million sq ft of companies such as China Unicom, Thomson Reuters and Samsung. These companies are core to the wider British tech cluster and directly employ over 7,000 people in Canary Wharf, making it one of the world’s most intensive technology districts. The Level39 initiative is led by Eric Van Der Kleij, FinTech entrepreneur at Adeptra and former chief executive officer of Tech City Investment Organisation.
The FinTech Innovation Lab London is Level39’s first occupant and will provide senior-level mentoring for entrepreneurs to help them source customers at top institutions. By performing this role, FinTech will be crucial in channelling great ideas into a viable commercial success, benefiting both the company and the investors. Monopolising the transition of start-ups into profitable companies will be vital for Canary Wharf to keep a firm hold in the tech market considering, as with any industry, its success will eventually boil down to whether anyone is actually making any money. While the accelerator space’s full range of facilities were only completed this March, part of the space has been used for the inaugural FinTech Innovation Lab London programme to launch new talent onto a global stage. Seven of the best technology entrepreneurs have been selected to develop, test and fine-tune their innovations during the 12-week programme while undertaking workshops and networking opportunities with investors and top executives from leading financial institutions. The seven start-ups begin with Swedish BehavioSec
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who developed software security that identifies desktop, mobile and website users by the way they type, click and swipe. Calltrunk, a UK-based company who developed a search engine for voice recordings. Digital Shadows, a UK-based company who monitors companies’ digital footprints so they can address their online presence and security. Growth Intelligence; a UK based company that uses predictive analytics to deliver real-time intelligence on the activity and performance of companies throughout the economy. USbased Kiboo, who designed a financial management platform geared at young adults from the age of 13 to teach them about finance, while Kiboo gains insight into the younger generations spending habits and expectations. Germanybased Open Bank Project who develops platforms and apps for banks and third parties to deliver tailored services to customers. And finally Ireland-based Waratek, whose cloud development tool helps companies rapidly reduce their infrastructure costs. The variation between the companies, from their countries of origin to their
ideas and outputs, is testament to how wide the tech industry’s scope of influence is. It is a field so receptive to innovation that the subsequent opportunities to profit seem endless. FinTech is not the only company drawn to Canary Wharf with hopes of talentspotting burgeoning start-ups. SWIFT’s Innotribe is giving entrepreneurs the potential to transform the global finance services by pitching their ideas to leading banks and investors during the London Innotribe Startup Challenge at Level39 on 18 April. Hosted in assistance with the Canary Wharf Group, it will see 15 small technology and financial services competing to convince a panel of major global financial firms to take on their products or services. The best two will be invited to the global Grande Finale to be held at Sibos, SWIFT’s annual conference in Dubai this September. Considering that previous winner Gust received over US$12 million in investment while many others secured large contracts with global firms, the competition is fierce. SWIFT’s greatest strength is to bring to the financial sector its expertise in utilising technology to improve services, whether that be customer service or improving the efficiency of employees. While tech products will make money for the financial sector, innovative new technology will directly impact operations through new
apps and modified old systems. SWIFT is a member-owned co-operative that provides the communications platforms and services to connect more than 10,000 banking organisations across 212 countries. On top of allowing users to exchange financial information securely, lowering costs in the process, SWIFT also brings the financial community together to work collaboratively to shape market practice, define standards and debate issues of mutual interest. SWIFT uses its Innotribe initiative to collaborate global innovation in financial services by combining education with facilitation. By inspiring entrepreneurial creativity in the traditional stuffy financial sector it is encouraging the industry to evolve with the tech age, not be eclipsed by it. Matteo Rizzi, cofounder of Innotribe, celebrated their occupancy: “Level39 is an important catalyst for innovation in the financial industry, and is instrumental in positioning London as the hotbed of new and strategic initiatives.” In the tech age, industries who do not stay plugged in will flounder. Canary Wharf has embraced the revolution that the rest of London is still fighting to enter. For the moment, it remains two steps ahead of the game. Level39, One Canada Square Canary Wharf level39.co
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“Level39 is an important catalyst for innovation in the financial industry, and is instrumental in positioning London as the hotbed of new and strategic initiatives.” - Matteo Rizzi, co-founder of Innotribe
Boris Johnson opens Level39, 18 March, pictured with Sir George Iacobescu CBE, Chairman and Chief Executive of Canary Wharf Group and Eric van der Kleij, Head of Level39 at Canary Wharf Group and ‘FinTech’ entrepreneur
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As a nation, we can lay claim to some of history’s most revolutionary inventions. But in the 21st century, can Britain continue to boast of being a land of prolific pioneers? RICHARD BROWN investigates april 2013 CW 25
Innovation has become more about incremental improvements to existing technologies than society-transforming inventions
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ere’s a fact: nearly 20 per cent of the world’s top-selling medicines were developed in the UK. Here’s another: in 2010 Britain produced the first artificial human artery. And my personal favourite: every single part of a modern Formula One car, from design through to assembly, bears, in some part or other, the stamp MADE IN BRITAIN. Of course, everyone knows that Britain gave the world the steam engine, the subway train, the telephone and the television set. What you mightn’t know is that in the last two decades we’ve also hastened the development of the worldwide web, the hydrogen fuel cell and, if you’re reading this on a smart phone, the technology you’re using to do so. The disproportionately-sized contribution Britain has made to the narrative of civilisation is recognised in the 76 science and technology Nobel Prizes we’ve won for doing so (that’s a tally that ranks us second in the world and higher than any other European country). Of course, all well and good harking back to our illustrious past, but what of our innovative present? Can Britain still lay claim to being a nation of breakthrough boffins? It may help to consider the concept of breakthroughs at large, or, more accurately, to compare the breakthroughs of the 19th and 20th centuries with the breakthroughs of more modern times – a subject explored in depth by respected economist Robert Gordon in a study published in the summer of last year. In his paper, Gordon identifies the three industrial revolutions that have contributed to life as we know it: the first (IR#1) took place between 1750 and 1830 and gave us steam power, cotton spinning and railroads; the second (IR#2) occurred from 1870 to 1900 and produced electricity, the internal combustion engine and running water; the third began around 1960 and is on-going; it has afforded us computers, the internet and mobile communication devices.
“Both the first two revolutions required about 100 years for their full effects to percolate through the economy,” Gordon writes. “During the two decades between 1950 and 1970 the benefits of the IR #2 were still transforming the economy, including air conditioning, home appliances, and the interstate highway system. After 1970, productivity growth slowed markedly, most plausibly because the main ideas of IR #2 had by and large been implemented by then.” The subsequent developments attributed to the inventions of the third revolution, Gordon suggests, are far more short-lived. Climaxing in the dot.com era of the late 1990s, “the inventions that replaced tedious and repetitive clerical labour by computers happened a long time ago, in the 1970s and 1980s.” Instead, Gordon argues, the most significant innovations of the 21st century have centred on making entertainment and communication devices smaller, smarter and more capable. They have not, unlike the revolutionary way electricity, indoor plumbing and central heating did, improved the productivity of labour markets or raised the global standard of living. It seems, then, that innovation has become more about incremental improvements to existing technologies than society-transforming inventions. And yet, in the 21st century, as has always been the case, innovation remains the fan fuelling the fires of economic growth. Research by investment charity Nesta has shown that since 1990 innovation has accounted for two-thirds of Britain’s economic growth. Elsewhere, an article by Iain Gray, CEO of the government’s Technology Strategy Board, suggests that innovation-related inward-investment led to over 110,000 jobs being created or safeguarded between 2011 and 2012. In 2011 alone, Gray points out, the money flowing into the UK through overseas companies increased to £43.6 billion – the highest amount since 2007. If that’s the level of investment being pumped into Britain, what’s Britain giving back in return?
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The answer can be considered in four key areas: medicine, information technology, eco-technology and entertainment. As already highlighted, almost a fifth of the planet’s most sought after medicines were developed within our shores. Even more staggering is the contribution we’ve made to life sciences. With over 750 medical biotechnology companies and 2,750 medical technology firms, Britain has the largest life sciences sector in Europe; the products of which range from DNA through MRI to IVF. We then spearheaded the Human Genome Project, an undertaking that reached fruition ten years ago when a complete sequence of DNA chemical pairs was revealed. In the age of the Great Recession, the coalition has turned increasingly to innovation as a means of getting us back on the path towards economic prosperity. In the information technology sector, it’s a strategy that seems to be working: the UK has more enterprises in the high-tech knowledge-intensive service sector than any other EU country and ranks second in the world for universityindustry collaboration, making it among the top destinations to do research that leads to growth in business. With over 600 digital and media companies, East London’s Tech City is the largest and fastest-growing tech cluster on the continent, while our capital has more software and IT services companies than any major US city. Of the entertainment industry? With the largest creative sector per head in the world, it’s no surprise we continue to lead here, too. Britain boasts over 100 film studios, nearly 5,000 film production firms and 2,500 post-production companies. In Soho alone we have four of the world’s largest visual effects firms. Interesting, too, is the fact that in the last five years, since the recession began and movie production budgets were cut, UK films have won 21 Oscars. Television can also be counted as a major entertainment export, with programmes like the X Factor and Strictly Come Dancing being broadcast in over 70 countries. Last year, the world watched as Britain delivered the most environmentally sustainable Olympics in the Games’ history.
Then again, being the foremost authority on green living, you’d probably expect that. Not only does the UK lead the world in assessing carbon footprints and giving strategic advice on removing carbon from supply chains, we are also ranked number one for offshore wind energy production and research, with more offshore wind turbines than any other country – including the biggest in the world off the coast of Thanet in Kent. Writing in the McKinsey Quarterly at the end of 2011, respected economist W. Brian Arthur made an interesting point. In 1850, he pointed out, the United States’ economy was relatively small, similar to the size of Italy’s. Forty years later and it was the largest in the world. The catalyst? The invention of the railroads. While nothing has hastened such an explosion of economic activity since, here or elsewhere, many of the most life-changing innovations of modern times have been developed within these shores. To finish with a final fact: after years of development, UK inventors will shortly unveil a low-energy light bulb that will last for 25 years. Now, who said innovation in Britain wasn’t burning bright?
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a Future The British Craft Council has recently undertaken its first design fair in the Middle East, demonstrating that there is now a global focus on British design and innovation. Richard Brown and Emma Johnson talk to Rosy Greenlees, executive director of the British Craft Council, about forging British design links overseas
How does the general state of the British craft industry compare on an international stage? We have over 23,000 people working within the craft industry, contributing over £400 million to the economy – which is comparable to, for example, West End theatre or music downloads, so it’s a significant sector. Obviously, we are operating within a recession but I think the important thing to point out is that makes them [design companies] very flexible and resilient and they can adapt to difficult circumstances. Has the recession had a very noticeable impact on the industry? I don’t think it has in a massive way. We did some research about a year ago and people were saying that they were quietly optimistic about the future, so I think, while obviously it is more challenging, there are interesting changes going on. For example, more usage of digital technology in the international market. I think also, the way in which makers are increasingly looking at innovation and the relationship with science and technology as well as how they can use their skills and material skills within that context. What role can craft and innovation play in getting us out of recession? It is about the kind of enterprising innovation that is really important for the future. I think also that there is something about British creative industries and designer craft which is very particular to Britain, and we can export that. Where in the world are important emerging markets for the British craft industry? Dubai is one. The other we are looking at is the Far East, places
like Hong Kong and China. People there are becoming more confident about their buying and are looking to make more individual purchases rather than perhaps always going for the ‘big brand’. If you buy a big brand object then everyone clearly knows that’s okay, but I think people are beginning to get much more interested in more individual things and that’s beginning to show. Hong Kong, for example, is starting to invest much more in the creative industries. They concede that it has value and recognise the need to grow their own markets so there are opportunities there too. Who are the key players pushing the craft industry forward? There are people like Simon Hasan, who came to Design Days in Dubai with us. He works particularly with boiled leather, which is of course a very traditional way of working, doing really exciting and interesting things in terms of developing new ways of using it and he has recently done some work with Fendi, for example. That’s somebody who is taking those very traditional skills and innovating. He’s a great example of that. How is British craft seen by other countries? People look to us for leadership and are very envious, I think, of what we have. We have a very strong tradition but we’re also very much ahead of the game because we’re thinking about how you take these skills and use them in other contexts. It is absolutely about producing objects that people can acquire – whether that’s everyday things or more luxury things.
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Opposite: After Euclid, by Michael Rowe Top Left: Leaded Light, Henry Krokatsis Bottom Left: Rosy Greenless Right: Shimmer Vases, Heather Gillespie Below: The Nest Chandelier, Diane De Polignac
Is there a big luxury aspect to British craft and design? There is and continues to be an interest in luxury – and when I say luxury, I’m talking not simply ostentatious and unnecessary things but the value and integrity of long-lasting objects. I think that’s something people are becoming much more interested in now and a lot of bigger brands are promoting themselves in that way, and craft absolutely sits within that context as well. What are the defining aspects of the British craft industry? I think it’s about skill, use of materials, how people are taking those traditional processes and materials and starting to do really interesting, new and exciting things with them. They are starting to work with and use new technologies, such as digital technology, for example. Somebody like Michael Eden, for instance, has created the most fantastic ceramic pieces using digital technology, and yet he’s completely grounded in having a background as a very traditional, conventional potter. I think that’s what’s very exciting about what is happening at the moment.
Design Days Design Days Dubai is the first design fair in the Middle East, which took place 18 – 21 March. The fair was run alongside Art Dubai and offered a new feature in the city’s cultural landscape. This year, Crafts Council UK participated in the fair, showcasing some of Britain’s most acclaimed designers, working to promote the work of high-quality British contemporary craft nationally and internationally. “Doing showcases in places like Dubai means we can start to build potential markets there, but also encourage those markets back to England to invest in the country. It becomes a virtual circle,” explains Rosy Greenlees.
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ne’s a design company recognised for its groundbreaking production techniques; the other a clock maker famed for manufacturing high quality time instruments for more than 150 years. Now, Royal Warrant holders Zone Creations and Comitti of London clock specialists are uniting to produce a limited edition design piece. The two British companies have produced replicas of the architectural floor clock that they co-created in 2012 for Buckingham Palace in celebration of the HM The Queen’s Diamond
Jubilee. Launched last month, the stunning Greenwich Regulator stands at 198 centimetres tall and is limited to just 120 pieces. The movement inside the clock comprises 345 parts and comes as either rhodium or gold-plated, while its Corian base and Palladian top echo the elegant architecture of the palace for which it was created. Sales of the Greenwich Regulator will benefit the Queen Elizabeth Scholarship Trust (QEST), the charitable arm of the Royal Warrant Holders Association that supports excellence in British craftsmanship and conservation. greenwichregulator.com
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“Graham? In a Best of British issue?”, we hear you ask. True, it may be a company named after a British clockmaker, rather than a British brand per se, but Graham does devote its creations to the English inventor of the lever escapement mechanism. And for us, that’s reason enough to include the company here. Progressing from the pedantic, we thought we’d bring you the news that Graham has recently launched the Geo. Graham The Moon, a watch that combines a flying tourbillon with a high-precision moon-phase perpetual function, the cycle of which is calculated on the Moon’s exact synodic period for a duration of 122 years. We think this is rather cool, whether it’s British or not.
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Future It’s been sleeping for centuries but now, awoken by international interest and home-grown talent, the UK’s horology industry is in full-scale revival. Richard Brown meets the men putting Britain back on the watchmaking map
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Bremont Founded: 2002 Henley-on-Thames We talk to: Bremont co-founder Nick English Describe the state of the British watchmaking industry? Without sounding over confident, I think it is in a better shape than it has been for many, many years. Companies like us are taking on local apprentice watchmakers which I don’t think has happened to the same extent for quite some time.
What’s your USP? The obvious difference, compared to the multitude of Swiss brands found somewhere like Baselworld, is that we are British. There is an incredible history of British watchmaking and we are very honoured to be playing a small part in its revival. We are also different in that we are motivated by engineering rather than fashion; hopefully that comes across clearly in the Bremont design ethos. How British is your brand? We are 100 per cent British-owned and all of our design and technical input comes from the UK and our workshop in Henley. Many of the watch parts, including movement parts and cases and even some straps and packaging, are now made in the UK. Every Bremont watch is assembled and tested in the UK at our Henley facility. What’s your favourite watch? For me, it is the stainless steel U2. I love the ruggedness and simplicity of its design. It is the perfect watch for me. If you could pick any British person to wear your watches, who would it be? This is a tough one. I think one of the Princes would be quite special wouldn’t it?!
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Christopher Ward Launched: 2005, London We talk to: Christopher Ward co-founder Mike France Describe the state of the British watchmaking industry? Exciting, interesting and on the up. What’s fuelling its growth? British curiosity, ingenuity and taste are beginning to have a marked impact on the rather self-satisfied Swiss industry. We have a heritage in watchmaking that even the Swiss are secretly envious of. However, other than the handful of watches made by the late George Daniels and now by his one-time apprentice, Roger W. Smith, there hasn’t been a truly British-made watch worthy of the description for decades. What’s your USP? Our online business model has removed all the middlemen to create unrivalled value whilst our transparent and accessible style puts customers directly in touch with the watchmaker. The unique dialogue this engenders means we have a far deeper relationship with our customers. How British is your brand? We design everything in our Maidenhead studio and I think you can see a very English sensibility in our watches: an unfussy, understated, classic approach. As there is no watchmaking to speak of in this country at present, to achieve the exacting standards we demand, we manufacture in Switzerland. Master watchmaker, Johannes Jahnke, who works with us, is an East German anglophile with a love for Norton motorbikes and vintage Jaguar cars – so there’s even a corner of a Swiss atelier that is forever England, I suppose. What’s your favourite timepiece? At the moment I am absolutely smitten with our new Worldtimer design which won’t be on sale until November. Apart from being a beautiful looking watch, we have developed a world first in terms of a GMT complication – and it’s not every day you can say that. If you could pick any British person to wear your watches, who would it be? Bradley Wiggins. No doubt about it. He is a true one-off; a great champion, stylish and witty but very self-effacing.
Meridian Watch Company Launched: 2011, Norwich We talk to: Meridian co-founder Richard Baldwin Describe the state of the British watchmaking industry? It’s still very small, tiny in fact, but it is experiencing something of a renaissance. It’s split into two main categories; you have your British watch companies and then your British watchmakers. Not every British watch company will manufacture their watches in Britain using British parts. Both avenues will continue to grow at a rapid rate. I believe there is still a gap in the market for British-made watches with a price tag of between five and 20k. What’s your USP? We offer a very bespoke service. Everything is made, finished and polished by hand according to our customers’ individual preferences. How British is your brand? Everything about our watches, apart from the base parts within the movement, is made in the UK. Even the movement, which requires some Swiss-made pieces, is assembled and finished in Britain. We manufacture everything else, from the straps and cases to the dials and hands. What’s your favourite timepiece? Our MP05 as that was the watch that started it all for us. The rest of our models are based around that watch. Away from Meridian, I like Speake-Marin, Richard Mille and Omega, particularly the Speedmaster. Then of course you have Roger Smith. Well, to put it another way, you have Roger Smith, and then everybody else. Up close and personal, his watches are truly sensational. If you could pick any British person to wear your watches, who would it be? We don’t really do brand ambassadors. We don’t like to align our company with one specific individual; we’re for the everyday person, the person who has taken the time to get to know us and our brand.
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Schofield Launched: 2011, Sussex We talk to: Company-founder Giles Ellis
Robert Loomes Launched: 1991, Stamford We talk to: Company-founder Robert Loomes Describe the state of the British watchmaking industry? It’s going through a period of rapid and accelerating growth. I am probably aware of more watchmaking firms who have yet to release their products than I am of firms who currently have something to sell. If the 20th century was about globalisation then, so far, the 21st century has largely been about localisation. Customers are ever keener to understand exactly how their watch was made. Blanket statements like “made in Britain” are under close scrutiny from ever more buyers. What’s your USP? We want to be known not just for the entirely British-made aspect, but also as a firm of experienced watchmakers who manufacture simple, understated and elegant wristwatches. Our Robin and Robina watches tell no more than they should: the right time. How British is your brand? What is important to us is not that we make everything under one roof – much of what we do is outsourced to specialist firms – but that each of those individual firms is based in Britain. Whilst the look may be elegant and classic, in fact many of the manufacturing procedures we have used are world-leading techniques developed in university engineering departments. We pay little or no attention to current Swiss manufacturing. What’s your favourite timepiece? There is a pocket watch made about 1660 by my antecedent, Thomas Loomes. Obviously the name appeals to me but more importantly, this is a complicated watch. It has both astrolabic and mean time displays, shows the phase of the moon and includes a perpetual calendar. Modern watchmakers like to show off with complications, but it was being done here in England 350 years ago. If you could pick any British person to wear your watches, who would it be? We have never needed to give celebrities a watch to wear but someone did once say it’s the sort of thing Bertie Wooster might wear on his wrist. He meant it as a joke. I took it as the perfect compliment.
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Describe the state of the British watchmaking industry? It is starting from the ground up. There is no infrastructure, workforce, machinery and barely an existing knowledge base. So it is incredibly exciting being attached to an industry that isn’t fettered by those constraints. What’s your USP? Schofield prides itself on its attention to detail and thoroughness. On buying a watch individuals become privileged members of the Schofield club. Members receive exclusive products, invitations to private events and opportunities to hear about our new products before they are launched. We don’t advertise or use brand ambassadors. The only retail Schofield uses is from the Schofield website because demand is so high we do not need to distribute. How British is your brand? Based in rural Sussex, Schofield designs all of its watches, dry goods and accessories. Where possible, Schofield sources, manufactures and fabricates items in England. From paper and envelopes, to presentation boxes and straps made from beautiful English wools, tweeds and canvases. The Signalman GMT PR was designed here in England and our new watch the Signalman Black Lamp (to be launched at the end of the year) will have ‘England’ proudly written on the dial. What’s your favourite timepiece? The Signalman because it is the only watch in the world that was created specifically for me. Without compromise, it fulfils all the requirements that I desire in a wrist watch. Beyond Schofield, I would wear a classic Audemars Piguet Royal Oak, a Jaeger-LeCoultre Memovox, a Romain Jerome Space Invaders watch or a Zenith El Primero Chronograph. If you could pick any British person to wear your watches, who would it be? My late stepfather, a quintessential English gentleman, a doctor and double professor of engineering who gave his insight and time to Schofield. In spite of my endeavour, no amount of cajoling could persuade him to give up his trusty Sekonda.
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set the watch with one-second accuracy in the first place. Never before has an A. Lange & Söhne watch been endowed with so many complications that simultaneously enhance its rate accuracy, settability, and readability. And so, this remarkable timepiece truly deserves the honorary attribute “Pour le Mérite”.
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Embrace the best British brands with patriotic panache 1 iPad case, £169, Vivienne Westwood, harrods.com 2 Union Jack silk pocket square, £25, Gresham Blake, 143 Commercial Street 3 Cats eye round cufflinks, £95, Tateossian, tateossian.com 4 MP-04 watch, £4,695, Meridian, 2012, meridianwatches.com 5 Classic braces, £35, Gresham Blake, as before 6 Mayfair umbrella and hat cufflinks, £75, Hackett, Cabot Place 7 U-2 DLC watch, £3,295, Bremont, bremont.com 8 Two-tone square-frame optical glasses, £295, Cutler and Gross, mrporter.com 9 Chassis embossed-leather watch roll, £200, Alfred Dunhill, Cabot Place 10 Rotary watch case £1,995, Smythson, smythson.com 11 Black chrome stone set spider cufflinks, £75, Paul Smith Accessories, my-wardrobe.com 12 Silver-plated bulldog handle umbrella, £185, Archer Adams, archeradams.com
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Rule Britannia Having lauded the British fashion designers who did us proud at the recent A/W13 London Fashion Week, we can now celebrate the creativity of our jewellery designers. Fortnum & Mason is currently showcasing a selection of the British Fashion Council’s Rock Vault jewellery designers, alongside established British designers, as part of a four-week display in the store’s new jewellery department. Established during LFW last year, the BFC Rock Vault was set up to expose and nurture the creative talent of London-based jewellers. This year, the designers participating include Fernando Jorge, Jo Hayes Ward, Melanie Georgacopoulos and Tomasz Donocik, and curator of the event is none other than British jewellery designer Stephen Webster who was recently honoured with an MBE for his services to the industry. fortnumandmason.com
jewellery Jewels, gems, pearls and diamonds; the essential components of any lady’s jewellery collection
Cutting Edge Diamond jeweller John France followed an unlikely career path, graduating from Oxford University and working for a successful law firm before deciding to develop his own jewellery line. This February marked the launch of his fine diamond collection, to be followed by a series of further launches throughout 2013.
“JF Diamonds specialises in the creation of unique pieces of artistry, handcrafted in Valenza and featuring the world’s most sought-after fine diamonds. Our service is solely by appointment and orders are tailor-made for clients, ensuring each jewel is exclusively available to its owner”
Struck Gold Clogau Gold creates unique jewellery that contains a touch of rare Welsh gold. With long-standing ties to Welsh history, jewellery collections are inspired by the Clogau St David’s gold mine’s associations with the Royal Family and the natural beauty and mythology of Wales. The British Royal Family has been using pure Welsh gold to create their wedding rings since 1923, a tradition founded by The Queen Mother, then Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon, on her marriage to the Duke of York on 26 April 1923, and carried into its 88th year during the most recent Royal wedding of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. It is a touch of this very same rare Welsh gold that is contained within each piece of Clogau Gold jewellery, making it some of the most exclusive jewellery in the world. clogau.co.uk
Cut to the Chase Alex Monroe is celebrating his 25th anniversary as a jewellery designer in a way only he knows best. Ready in perfect time for spring, the designer has created 25 pieces for every year he has been designing and each one tells an intimate story from his life over the years. Witty and light–hearted, The Chase presents snippets from Alex’s childhood, including the moment when he first learnt to ride a bike, and culminating in a big ‘Hooray!’ at the end of the quarter century. And, of course, it wouldn’t be a Monroe collection without a few woodland creatures straight out of the English countryside where he grew up. Alex Monroe, Charles Fish, Cabot Place
Anello brown ring, £98,000 and Anello blue ring, £212,000, JF Diamonds, jfdiamonds.com
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of a feather Whether flowers, feathers or wildlife, leading British jewellery designers cannot help but draw inspiration from the natural beauty of the English countryside 1 Black leather and diamond sabre cuff, £6,625, Sabre collection, Shaun Leane, available at Charles Fish, Cabot Place 2 Silver and diamond small branch pendant, £530, Cherry blossom collection, Shaun Leane 3 Carved tanzanite swallow pendant, £26,000, Theo Fennell, theofennell.com 4 White diamond Serpent bracelet, £16,350, Shaun Leane, as before 5 Diamond fringe ring in 18-karat blackened white gold and diamonds, £18,500 Solange Azagury-Partridge, solange.co.uk 6 Rose Damasca black ruthenium stud earrings, £120, Alex Monroe, Charles Fish, as before 7 Crow feather ring, £210, Alex Monroe, as before 8 Ruthenium triple cupped pearl and white topaz bud ring, £240, Alex Monroe, as before 9 Wild rose bangle, £95, Alexis Dove, available at Charles Fish, Cabot Place 10 Forget Me Knot blue enamel cocktail ring, POA Stephen Webster, Charles Fish, as before 11 Bluebell earrings in 18-karat blackened white gold and diamonds, POA Solange Azagury-Partridge, as before 12 Baby Astley ring, from £2,500, Astley Clarke Couture, astleyclarke.com
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20 Fenchurch street acquires new tenant The success of Canary Wharf Group and Land Securities Group’s joint venture to develop 20 Fenchurch Street has resulted in the acquisition of another major global tenant. The partners have announced that Liberty Mutual Insurance Europe and Liberty Syndicate Management, two subsidiaries of Liberty Mutual Insurance, a global insurance business headquartered in Boston, have agreed to take 117,336 sq ft. Following the letting, 53 per cent of the building’s office space is let. The news follows RSA’s agreement in January 2013 to lease and consolidate its existing London premises and relocate to 20 Fenchurch Street. The proximity of the site to high-profile brokers, clients and banks, in addition to it being the most technologically advanced building under construction in London today, has meant that, with still a year to completion, it has ensured such high-profile tenants as Markel, Ascot and Kiln Group. 20fenchurchstreet.co.uk
HSBC Looks Overseas For UK Business
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HSBC has launched a multi-billion pound fund to help small and mediumsized enterprises (SMEs) in the UK looking to expand through international trade. The bank’s International SME Fund has committed to making over £5 billion available in 2013 to businesses with a turnover of up to £25 million. The launch follows the 2012’s success of the International SME Fund which enabled over 28,000 UK businesses to take advantage of international opportunities. Jacques-Emmanuel Blanchet, head of UK commercial banking at HSBC, championed the initiative: “Trading internationally is critical not only for the British companies who want to remain competitive in the future, but also for the wider UK economy.” hsbc.com
Residential and office space near Canary Wharf now has access to the fastest broadband speeds in the UK due to a new initiative from Hyperoptic. The premium service is a 1GB (1000 MB) package, costing £50 per month plus line rental, that offers discerning consumers an unparalleled service. The company is headed up by the same team that founded Be Broadband in 2004, before it was sold to 02 for £50 million. hyperoptic.com Gordon Bell / Shutterstock.com
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Barclays builds bridges Barclays is launching a nationwide programme to support 10,000 young people into employment in partnership with the National Apprenticeship Service, Tomorrow’s People, The Princes’ Trust and Route 2 Training. As part of the Barclays Bridges Into Work project, the bank will also double the number of apprentices it is recruiting to its own workforce to 2,000. Additionally, Barclays has appointed a new chief operations and technology officer, Shaygan Kheradpir. Kheradpir has worked for the bank since January 2011 as chief operating officer for retail and business banking. The newly created role will see Kheradpir take responsibility for the bank’s technology agenda, including all of its operational processes and systems customers and client-facing products and services. The appointment is one part of Barclays’ continuing plan for technological innovation. barclays.co.uk
Managing Mobility Meet: Mubaloo founder, Mark Mason
The figures are undeniable: apps are the future of business, making enterprise mobility one of the most important advancements organisations have to make to stay relevant in the changing business and consumer landscape. Mubaloo, winner of App Developer of the Year 2012 at the Mobile Entertainment Awards and at the Appsters Awards, has become a forerunner in app development. Founded in 2009 by Mark Mason, in just over three years Mubaloo’s team of project managers, developers, designers and testers have delivered over 130 consumer and enterprise mobile apps for a diverse range of clients, including heavyweights BP and Virgin Media. Mark Mason spoke to Canary Wharf about riding the wave of change: “Mobiles are always-on, always-connected devices that are, in many ways, more powerful than computers because they are always with us. One of the common phrases most people said after getting a smartphone for the first time was, ‘it changed my life.’ While this may sound like hyperbole, it’s often true. At the heart of the movement are apps that deliver information about transport, navigation, the weather, events taking place and thousands of other functions. When apps are applied in a business scenario, the impact can be huge. “Over the past four years, Mubaloo has helped businesses to change the way they operate and futureproof their operations. We help companies with mapping out the roadmap for deploying mobile services and apps, ensuring legacy services will work and finally developing and rolling out mobile apps across the major phone operating systems. “The apps we develop are tailored to firms to cater for everything from business processes, training and managing employees, and streamlining operations to delivering top level real-time data.
“An international company based in the UK, Mubaloo has more than 50 staff in London, Bristol, New York and Berlin working for clients including Allianz, Hargreaves Lansdown, Experian, Schroders, Aviva, HP and the Met Office. “The growth of mobile devices coupled with the expansion of cloud computing and advances in mobile device security has generated a wave of change throughout enterprises globally, it is firms like ours that are helping them to ride it.” mubaloo.com, @mubaloo
Apps In Facts • More than half of businesses are making line-of-business apps accessible from mobile devices • 73 per cent of businesses rated ‘increased efficiency’ as an important key benefit of mobile computing • 90 per cent of Fortune 500 companies are deploying or testing apps for the iPad and 93 per cent for the iPhone
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Culture Vessel MS Stubnitz sails into Wood Wharf Cold war relic and culture ark MS Stubnitz has sailed into a mooring at Wood Wharf, the waterfront area earmarked for future development immediately east of Canary Wharf. MS Stubnitz is an 80m long former East German fishing ship, and will be in place until 16 May to host an exceptional spring programme of arts and events: from contemporary circus and trapeze workshops to acoustic Egyptian Oud music and the amusing intricacies of the Cabaret of Mechanical Theatre. Weighing over 2,500 tonnes, MS Stubnitz is a cultural heavyweight in more ways than one. At previous locations she has played
host to some of the biggest names in art and music – including Ramstein, Grandmaster Flash and Laurel Aitken, bringing decades of northern European counter-culture to some 570,000 visitors. Her crew of 15 artists and engineers is captained by founder Urs ‘Blo’ Blaser, and will bring a host of exciting events to Wood Wharf before sailing on to Dunkirk for the next leg of her journey. Katy Doggett of Canary Wharf Group said: “It gives a nice hint of the future use of Wood Wharf, which will have world-class technology, arts and cultural experiences embedded into the development from the very start. For more information or to book please visit www.stubnitz.com
Purim Celebrated at Canary Wharf
University of East London Launches Graduates into Heart of Canary Wharf East London University graduates will be given a fighting chance of jobs with some of the world’s largest financial and professional services firms, thanks to the efforts of the University of East London Business School, working with Canary Wharf Group plc. The University’s Business School has established a ‘Canary Wharf Programme’ in office space donated by Canary Wharf Group in the iconic One Canada Square. Over the coming year the space, one of London’s most famous business addresses, will be used for Masters and undergraduate students to receive guest tutorials from high-flying London business people, lectures, job training sessions and networking opportunities. The Business School is calling for expressions of interest from those willing to provide guest lectures or join a high-level advisory board for the Canary Wharf Programme. The Programme Director is Dr. Dooruj Rambacussing, who can be contacted on d.rambaccussing@uel.ac.uk.
Around 400 people celebrated the Jewish Festival of Purim at the East Wintergarden recently. School children in fancy dress and a wide range of community groups, including elderly residents, were among those in attendance for the festival, which featured live music, a buffet lunch, mincha and speeches. In addition to the event, Canary Wharf Group arranged for gift packages of food to be delivered to community groups, distributed by schoolchildren. Elderly residents from the Stepney, Dennis, Brenner, Schonfeld Square, Sam Beckman, Rubens House and Nightingale House Centres and Homes were bussed into the event, thanks to sponsorship from Canary Wharf Group. The East London Orthodox Synagogues Association and the Holocaust Centre were also represented.
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Canary WHARF’S Les Trois Soeurs has become one of the leading names in bridal brands, with expert staff that travel the world to hand select items for its unique collection Amanda Wakeley
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oasting a wide variety of cultural and linguistic experience, members of the Les Trois Soeurs (The Three Sisters) team are superbly qualified to assist brides from across the globe in choosing the best look for their wedding day. Everyone who comes to Les Trois Soeurs has the opportunity to work one-on-one with trained consultants, who use their specialist training to provide brides with personality specific choices appropriate to the style and location of their wedding. Les Trois Soeurs has won the esteem of such designers as Temperley, Amanda Wakeley, Caroline Castigliano, Sassi Holford and Steward Parvin. These designers and many more make up the collection in the Canary Wharf shop. Les Trois Soeurs also makes a point to support new designers and has recently garnered work by Sarah Janks, and American designers Badgley Mischka, Lazaro and Alvina Valenta. In addition to sensational gowns, Les Trois Soeurs offers brilliantly unique accessories by Jenny Packham, Vivien Sheriff, Polly Edwards, and others. Many of these pieces put the finishing touch on a ravishing gown. Nicki Macfarlane, the designer for the bridesmaids of HRH the Duchess of Cambridge, has crafted lovely flower girl and page boy outfits with outstanding class. Collaborating with acclaimed interior designers, Les Trois Soeurs has spared no expense in spoiling its customers by creating a luxurious and indulgent environment in its prestigious Canary Wharf store. Everything from the boutique’s architecture, design and loyalty to its surroundings is done with the client in mind, to ensure that every bride who visits Les Trois Soeurs knows she is in the capable hands of talented, committed fashion experts. Les Trois Soeurs, Canary Wharf, 020 7719 0868
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SHOPPING Lunar Diamond Necklace, £11,500, David M Robinson, Jubilee Place
Poppy Edwards Headband, £180, Les Trios Souers, Canada Place
Sugared Almonds, £10.95, Charbonnel et Walker, Cabot Place Reve Opulent Eau De Parfum, £68, Space NK, Cabot Place
Melissa Sandal, £169, Reiss, Jubilee Place, Reiss Womenswear, Cabot Place
Grapevine Drops, £132.40, Carat*, Cabot Place
Luna Flower Clutch, £110, Reiss Womenswear, Jubilee Place and Cabot Place
Wedding Dress, POA, Les Trios Souers, Canada Place
white wonder From top couturiers to designer jewellers, for all things bright and wonderful make for canary wharf, where you’ll find everything your heart could desire for that special day Floating Diamond Pave Set Earrings, £2,499, Goldsmiths, Canada Place
Champagne & Truffle Society Tube, £26, Charbonnel et Walker, Cabot Place
Nicole Bridal Set, £135, Myla, Cabot Place
Shilo Patent Court Shoe, £170, L.K.Bennett, Jubilee Place
Engagement Ring, £PAO, Tiffany & Co., Cabot Place
Lucida Diamond Bracelet set in Platinum, £66,000, Tiffany & Co., Cabot Place
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1. Hackett cABOT PLACE
In 1979 two friends started Hackett; repairing secondhand men’s clothing and selling them on in Portobello Road. Decades later the second-hand blazers have gone, but Hackett’s commitment to keeping alive British heritage clothing remains. Available in Canary Wharf, their Men’s Spring/ Summer campaign sports relaxed plaid shirts and bright pastels ideal for staying cool on hazy summer days. The smart tailoring of their Mayfair collection in a palette of dove-greys and creams is ideal for looking smart during the warmer months.
Britain’s best stay sharp, stay smart, stay stylish; Canary Wharf’s designer stores pair British heritage fashion with the latest styles for you at your convience
2. Ted Baker Canada place
Unassuming but brimming with character, Ted Baker remains one of the only designer brands to have built an international designer label without an advertising campaign. Instead they chose to establish their reputation when opening as a menswear brand in Glasgow in 1987, by creating stylish designs made individual through a quirky sense of humour. For their Spring/Summer collection Ted Baker have braved to move away from this season’s muted pastels, instead opting for jumpers and accessories in bright colours and playful prints. During a Ted Baker garden party, shorts are in, blazers are unbuttoned and socks or shoes never have to match.
3. Aspinal of London CABOT PLACE
Aspinal Of London’s luxury handmade pieces combine expert craftsmanship with simple but memorable design. Their latest selection of travel and day bags, iPad covers and travel accessories are the perfect way to reclaim the lost glamour of travelling with the perks of modern practicalities.
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4. Alfred Dunhill cABOT PLACE
Alfred Dunhill stays a brand British to the core, despite retailing across the world. Since 1893, the company has combined its bold history of motor car collaborations and its still-working leather shop with a softer consideration of elegance. See Alfred Dunhill’s latest cufflinks at Canary Wharf; crafted from brass-plated palladium, they possess a subtle character thanks to highlights of mother of pearl and black lacquer.
5. Jaeger Menswear
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Established in 1884, Jaeger was built around the benefits of wearing natural fibres. Over 125 years, Jaeger has continued to use only luxury fabrics as it developed a signature palette of black, ivory and navy. For Spring/Summer 2013, Jaeger Menswear took inspiration from Paris for a collection of slick suits with exclusive British finishes and cool, colourful weekend looks. Highlights include dark silk trousers and silk-linen jackets that are practical but stylish for the office in balmy heat.
6. Reiss Menswear
Jubilee Place Reiss is one of the few British fashion giants to remain owned by its founder. David Reiss is unsurprisingly less than eager to sell his global brand that has been made iconic through word-of-mouth and celebrity endorsement; Kate Middleton being one well-known fan. Reiss’ new men’s collection is characterised by slim-fit trousers and two buttoned blazers that more than nod to the mod movement. Head to Jubilee Place to see how Reiss’ love of classic shapes has spilled over from its 1971 Collection, named after the year Reiss was founded, of retro-inspired pieces that never lost their style.
7. Aquascutum cABOT PLACE
Aquascutum was built around its founder John Emary’s creation of the raincoat in 1851. He developed the waterproof clothing for his aristocratic clients before it was later adapted by the military. Soon afterwards Aquascutum gained great acclaim from the development of one of the most iconic garments ever created; the trench coat. Although it began as military uniform, the trench has become a cornerstone of the 21st century wardrobe: The light and resilient fabric liberated the British from the whim of their unpredictable weather as well as becoming a style favourite suitable for all seasons. At Canary Wharf, Aquascutum’s new collection sports neatly tailored shirts in a subtle palette of faded pastels and fine stripe detailing. www.canarywharf.com
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events
signs of spring in april AFTER HOURS CONCERTS, A SWING DANCE, SPORTING ENDEAVOURS TO RAISE MONEY FOR CHARITY AND A HILARIOUS COMEDY NIGHT – SPRING HAS DEFINITELY SPRUNG IN CANARY WHARF
Vintage Dance Club: Swing Dance Take your pick from dancing the lindy hop, jive, charleston, or jitterbug plus many more swing dance favourites - all to the live music from Billy Bros Jumpin’ Orchestra. Start with a workshop to refresh your steps or learn new ones, the floor is then open to everyone from experienced dancers and beginners alike. Thursday 18 April 7.30 – 10.30pm Workshop from 6pm East Wintergarden 43 Bank Street Canary Wharf Tickets: £12 (includes complimentary glass of bubbly on arrival)
After Hours with… Nerina Pallot with special guest Tristan Mackay
Nerina Pallot is a Brit and Ivor Novello nominated and platinumselling singer-songwriter. This multi instrumentalist artist has an absorbing and unique talent for scripting exquisitely crafted and beautifully sung pop songs. After releasing four successful albums, Nerina is now concentrating on her fifth studio album due for release this year. nerinapallot.com Wednesday 17 April 7.45pm (doors 7pm) East Wintergarden 43 Bank Street Canary Wharf Tickets: £20* Visit seetickets.com or call 0871 220 0260 (booking fee applies) Tickets available on the door subject to availability Unreserved cabaret style seating. Full bar and cloakroom Only items purchased on the premises may be consumed *Maximum 6 tickets per order
Visit seetickets.com or call 0871 220 0260 (booking fee applies) Tickets available on the door subject to availability Unreserved cabaret style seating. Full bar, vintage tea and cloakroom Only items purchased on the premises may be consumed
Canary Wharf Comedy Club
COMING SOON
Featuring* Andrew Ryan, Sara Pascoe, Ian Stone, John Fothergill and Josh Widdicombe The extremely talented Andrew Ryan is MC for the night introducing witty comedian Sara Pascoe and the brilliant broadcaster Ian Stone. John Fothergill will delight us with his infectious banter and TV favourite Josh Widdicombe presents his wry comedy in its purest form. Monday 15 April 7.15pm (doors 6.30pm) East Wintergarden 43 Bank Street Canary Wharf Tickets £12
Visit seetickets.com or call 0871 220 0260 (booking fee applies) Tickets available on the door subject to availability Unreserved cabaret style seating. Full bar, food and cloakroom * all details are correct at time of publication
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British soul musician Michael Kiwanuka won the prestigious BBC’s Sound of 2012 poll and his debut album, Home Again, is a modern yet timeless classic. A singer-songwriter who combines soul and rootsy folk with his deep, husky expressive voice - don’t miss this chance to see this fast rising artist live and up close.
Canary Wharf Charity Abseil In aid of Scope
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Join over 150 other thrill seekers by taking on this fundraising challenge and revel in a once in a lifetime experience! Fearlessly descend the 230ft down 50 Bank Street while raising essential funds for Scope. No previous experience is required as training is provided by fully qualified instructors but you must be over 18. scope.org.uk Saturday 11 & Sunday 12 May 8am - 5pm 50 Bank Street, Canary Wharf
Tuesday 7 May 8pm (doors 7.15pm) East Wintergarden 43 Bank Street Canary Wharf Tickets: £20*
£20 registration fee £250 minimum target To register call 020 7619 7154 or email alanah.watts@scope.org.uk
Canary Wharf Jog In aid of the British Heart Foundation Need to find a less thrill seeking charity activity to take part in this summer? Then look no further! The Canary Wharf Jog is the perfect opportunity to get fit, have fun with friends or even make new ones as you jog round the circuit. Last year 1,500 people took part and raised over £35,000 for the nation’s leading heart charity! bhf.org.uk/canarywharfjog Wednesday 22 May 6 - 8.30pm Around Canary Wharf, starting from Canada Square Park
After Hours with… Michael Kiwanuka with special guest Ady Suleiman
Visit seetickets.com or call 0871 220 0260 (booking fee applies) Tickets available on the door subject to availability Unreserved cabaret style seating. Full bar and cloakroom Only items purchased on the premises may be consumed *Maximum 6 tickets per order
save the date The Lunch Market This popular food-lovers event returns to Wood Wharf – so make a note in your diaries and take the short stroll from Montgomery Square to the vibrant open space of Wood Wharf to ensure a lunch time with a difference. Tuesday 28 May / 25 June / 30 July / 27 August / 24 September 11am – 3pm Wood Wharf Canary Wharf FREE to visit
FREE Timing chip £2 (optional) To register call 0845 130 8663 or visit bhf.org.uk/canarywharfjog
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art Window Galleries The Art & Design galleries in Canada Place are open daily and showcase up-and-coming artists, designers and crafts people. This month the galleries display:
Mark Bloomfield Until 26 April
Mark’s work is rooted in observing flower and plant species whose diversity provides an inexhaustible source of inspiration. His fascination lies not only with the visual motifs, but also the biological systems that govern their creation and cultural significance that develops over time. Combining his love for making things with computing processes is at the heart of his work. electrobloom.com JUBILEE WALK FREE
The Physicality of Seeing: Sculpture by EilÌs O’Connell
Irish artist Eilís O’Connell returns to Canary Wharf after 12 years with new sculptures not previously seen in London. Living and working in rural Ireland not far from Cork, O’Connell is surrounded by beautiful and extensive views of a countryside that yields objects, contours and atmosphere, which are reflected in her sculpture both materially and subliminally. From the curve of a hillside to a sheep’s skull found when out walking, most of O’Connell’s visual experiences and the materials that she gathers around her feed into her work. The skull, preserved forever in clear resin, joins other found or given objects that she has treated in the same way – a vulture’s feather, coral, a whale bone bleached by the sun – enabling us to scrutinise their detail, their transient beauty captured for all time. Monumental works in resin, steel or bronze, however, reveal her expansive side. In large sculptures that stem from her imagination and intuitive vision, or massive objects found in the natural world, Eilís O’Connell invites us to join in her wonder and love of our environment. In contrast to the urban landscape of Canary Wharf these sculptures will transport our imagination to the places where wild things are. Exhibition supported by Culture Ireland as part of Ireland’s EU Presidency Culture Programme 2013 Monday 8 April – Friday 24 May Lobby, One Canada Square and Jubilee Park Canary Wharf FREE Tuesday 30 April 1.15pm FREE Curator Ann Elliott tours the exhibition with Eilís O’Connell. Contact visualart@canarywharf.com to reserve a place.
Emma D’Arcey & Hannah Kokoschka Until 26 April
Emma and Hannah specialise in marbling and paper engineering and work with, among others, Gainsborough Silk Weavers, Hermes, Stella McCartney, Zoffany, Tate and Zandra Rhodes Fashion & Textile Museum. The unusual show features giant marbled pop-up palm trees and exotic fruit which recalls the import of fruit from the Canary Islands. aotextiles.com/hannahkokoschka.com CANADA WALK FREE
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the knowledge An essential round up of need-to-know news and the latest in luxury lifestyle
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You 2.0 The reason why women look so polished is because they cheat: they have women to paint their nails, women to blow-dry their hair, women’s magazines to tell them what to wear and women to do their make-up. All the while, the average man is left to helplessly fumble through crammed rails of identical shirts, fishing blindly for something ‘smart casual’. In order to redress the balance, The Chapar was born. Father-son team Joe and Sam Middleton created The Chapar to act as the modern-day incarnation of the role a tailor used to play in understanding a man’s style and dressing him for any occasion. Following a consultation, a stylist handpicks clothes for each member and has them delivered by courier. With the comfort
of trying on clothes at home, and in conjunction to the rest of your wardrobe, you keep what you like and the rest is collected at your convenience. Although this service is perfect for the fashion-forward thinker heavy with ideas but thin on time, The Chapar particularly excels at radically improving the average man’s presence and appearance by marginally pressing his boundaries. The stylists work with your existing style, not over it, building a mutual understanding and compatibility to create looks suitable for you on your time. Intelligent but reserved, they are brilliantly British to the core. thechapar.com
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FASHION:
The Icon The classic cotton gabardine trench coat is the signature piece that turned Burberry into a British fashion power house. This leather-trimmed trench keeps true to the classic shape but is revamped by switching wide lapels for single-breasted buttoning and incorporating the shinning metallic from Burberry’s SS13 collection through a metallic under collar and throat catch. Metallic leather-trimmed trench coat, £1,495, Burberry Prorsum matchesfashion.com
FASHION: Since opening up shop in 1675, Church’s enduring appeal stems from its combination of traditional processes with modern innovation. The new Flexi-Leather-Sole styles are impregnated with oils to increase the shoes’ flexibility. An additional layer of special foam between the leather sock and insole makes them immediately comfortable without the need to break them in. Flexi-Leather-Sole, £330, Church’s English Shoes, Cabot Place
FASHION: Hand-crafted in Cumbria, Chapman Bags’ unusual belts are made from cotton parachute webbing made on shuttle looms to military specifications, so they should be able to keep your jeans up. Chapman Bags Parachute Webbing Belt, £59, chapmanbags.com
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Quality Investment Don’t let the name fool you, the progressive Couch Potato Company is home to some of the best traditional, and original, designer furniture in London. To ensure they sell only authorised originals, for six years they have been watching the copy market and listing detailed advice on their website of how to spot fakes. Available in a variety of finishes, the Eames Lounge Chair has been a covetable classic since its release in 1956. Eames Lounge Chair & Ottoman in Santos Palisander Shell and Black Leather, £6,585, couchpotatocompany.com
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Easy as ABC
The Traditional Shaving Company sells the best of English shaving products alongside imports sold exclusively in the UK. sophisticated craftsmanship and elegant aesthetics recapture the ceremony of shaving for the modern-day gentleman. The Traditional Shaving Company Ivory Silver Tip Badger Shaving Brush, £49, traditionalshaving.co.uk
Delightful by name but bold by nature, Delightfull’s dramatic new Graphic Lamp Collection’s metre high letters, symbols and numbers play on iconic typefaces to add a burn of colour into any room or venue. Delightfull Graphic Lamp Collection, price per letter is £3,208, delightfull.eu
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Three of the best... trainers
INTERIORS:
Nike Flyknit Lunar1+, £139.99, Runners Need, Churchill Place
Curiosity Shop Chase And Wonder was founded in 2010 with the aim of creating fine products with British personality. Printed in a converted cow shed in rural Worcestershire, this set is a sure conversation starter for informal dining. Chase And Wonder Sophisticated Animal Napkin Set, £39 shop.chaseandwonder.com
Adidas Boost, £110, JD Sports, Canada Place
GROOMING:
That’s Handy
Considering a handshake seals the deal, to turn up to a meeting with chapped hands and dirty nails is as rude as arriving unshaved. Rely on a dsicreet tube without a lingering feminine smell. The Body Shop Hemp Hand Protector, £5, Cabot Place
Reebok ZigNano Burn, £70, Reebok Sports Shop, Canada Place
LIFESTYLE:
Not Steady But Ready London-based Powerboat P1 Management have delivered over 85 world championship races in 12 countries – they know how to put on a show. In the Docklands, from 25 – 27 April, they’ll be running two P1 Pather SuperStock boats for VIPs and a water stunt show staring the wakeboarding British Freestyle Champion Jack Moule. There will also be coaching and practice opportunities with the P1 AquaX Championship novice Open Day for those more used to holiday jet skis than power boats. It will be the first time Powerboat P1 are starting an event on a Friday so that City workers can come straight from the office. Bring company, buy drinks and enjoy watching some serious boys’ toys race. aquax.com
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Navy Jacket, £495, Waistcoat, £150, Trousers, £200, White Shirt, £125, Gieves & Hawkes, No. 1 Saville Row, gievesandhawkes.com; Tie, £65, and Pocket Square, £45, both Ede & Ravenscroft, edeandravenscroft.com; Bowler, £285, Lock & Co, lockhatters.co.uk
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Jacket, £495, Waistcoat, £150, and Shirt, all Thomas Pink, thomaspink.com; Pocket Square, £25, Anderson & Sheppard, anderson-sheppard.co.uk; Tie, £65, Ede & Ravenscroft, edeandravenscroft. com; iPad folder, £300, Smythson; smythson.com OPPOSITE: Navy Jacket, £320, Waistcoat, £120, Trousers, £160, Blue Shirt, £85, all Jaeger, jaeger.co.uk; Blue Silk Tie, £95, Dunhill, dunhill.com; Umbrella, £225, Anderson & Sheppard, as before; Navy Leather Oxford Brogues, Grenson, grenson.co.uk; Umbrella, £225, Anderson & Sheppard, anderson-sheppard.co.uk
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Grey Three-piece Suit, £825, Blue and White Collared Shirt, £120, Spot Tie, £75, all Hackett, hackett.com; Black City III Brogues, £695, John Lobb, 88 Jermyn Street, SW1; Umbrella, £225, Anderson & Sheppard, as before OPPOSITE: Navy Peaked Lapel Single breasted Suit, £695, White Shirt, £95, Silk Tie, £75, Cotton Print Pocket Square, £45, all Chester Barrie, 020 7439 6079, chesterbarrie. com; Silver Knotted Cufflinks Thomas Pink, as before
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Grey Jacket, £350, Trousers, £150, Pink Shirt, £79, Pale Blue Silk Tie, £65, Pale Blue Braces, £59, all Ede & Ravenscroft, edeandravenscroft.com; Black Saint Crepin boots £1,100, John Lobb, as before OPPOSITE: Grey Prince of Wales Check Double-Breasted Suit, £700, Blue and White Collared Shirt, £120, Stripe Tie, £75, Print Cotton Pocket Square, £26, all Hackett, as before. Camera, Leica M3 and Elmar 5cm f/3.4 (1954), Leica Store Mayfair, leica-storemayfair.co.uk Grooming: Katie Pettigrew at Tiger Creative using Mac and Paul Mitchell
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the knowledge An essential round up of need-to-know news and the latest in luxury lifestyle
fashion:
Pepe Rally On opening in 1973, Pepe Jeans London’s detail-rich denim and attention-to-fit set them apart from the bland makes of the day, and drove crowds to Portobello Market to pick-up the most in-demand jeans of the time. Innovative collections have kept them pioneers in British fashion, such as their Kinetic Denim, the first resin-coated denim on the market; TrueSize, the first non-shrink raw denim; or the Tru-Blu collection which uses no chemicals and reduces the amount of water used in the laundering process. Quality met with charisma when Pepe’s 80s inaugural campaign with legendary photographer Bruce Weber starred a young Bridget Hall, turning her into a supermodel and Pepe Jeans London into a household name. Ever since, they have spotted the faces of the future for their campaigns,
not least in their latest Spring/Summer 13 featuring actress Mia Goth, male model Jeremy Young and model-of-the-moment and global it-girl, Cara Delevingne. Photographed on the Notting Hill streets where Pepe was born, the three Brits are the latest chapter of the iconic Have You Seen Pepe? ad campaign. To further celebrate their 40th anniversary, Pepe Jeans London are announcing a new mixed media campaign shot by renowned photographer Josh Olins. A series of international events will be scattered throughout the fashion calendar to celebrate their journey from a small shop in Notting Hill to being stocked in stores worldwide. pepejeans.com, @PepeJeans_UK
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HEALTH:
Healthier, Happier You Kate McTaggart and Mark Garlick cofounded The Lifestyle Concierge to provide a personal and effective fitness regime for busy London people. They fit their services into your life, whether that means organising personal sessions in your lunch hour or having gourmet food delivered to your house to assist a weight-loss plan. The Lifestyle Concierge share their expert fitness tips with Canary Wharf: Women need to take a step back from traditional cardio equipment and start using a smart and safe approach to weight training – it can leave your metabolism burning for up to 72hrs. Train smart, have a goal, listen to your body and adjust to what it’s telling you. The duration of your workout does not dictate its effectiveness. Think about it relating to your field of expertise: 30 minutes of productive work is better than two hours of procrastinating.
FASHION:
One to Watch: Olivia Rubin’s signature graphic prints are gaining her commercial success to match her critical acclaim. Her collections capture the elusive identity of a woman who makes strides in the City whilst remaining unrepentantly feminine. oliviarubinlondon.com
FASHION:
Handmade in Hertfordshire but perfect for Peru. Safari Ivory 21” Trolley Case, £950 globetrotter.com
Fad diets that include low calories or juice diets only help to lose water retention and work for a short period of time. They are great if you have a sudden event but should not be adopted for long-term use. The most important aspect of looking good is your diet. 20 per cent training and 80 per cent diet is the key. A slim and toned body is made in the kitchen not in the gym. We tell our clients: “You cannot out-train a bad diet.” After a weight workout, try high intensity interval training: sprint for 20 seconds, jog for 40 seconds and repeat that a minimum of 12 times. thelifestyleconcierge.co.uk
LIFESTYLE:
Robust Roses French designer Hervé Gambs’ couture bouquets never wilt or lose their bloom. Take a tip from Gambs himself and spray the silk artificial flowers with one of his signature fragrances for a delight for both senses. Hervé Gambs Couture Flowers, from £55, amara.co.uk
Dumbbells, £25, Sweaty Betty, Cabot Place; On Women’s Cloudrunner, £124.99, Runners Need, Churchill Place
BEAUTY: Molton Brown’s new retro collection’s borderline-masculine scent is unexpectedly but oh-so intriguingly sexy – perfect for a flower child who’s all grown up. Molton Brown 40th Anniversary Patchouli & Saffron Limited Edition Collection, £18, Jubilee Place
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interiors:
Sight For Stylish Eyes Tony Portus and Ross Fenn’s Makers’ Eye retails beautiful, unique furniture handmade throughout the UK. They discover designers and give them a platform to show their creations and give you the chance to own them. Dedicated to customer service, pieces can be commissioned bespoke, or preexisting designs can be remade on request. Makers’ Eye also tell you the designers’ locations so you can make arrangments to view their workshop. Revolving Bookcase in Burr Ash & Sycamore, price on request makerseye.co.uk
beauty:
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FASHION:
One to Own:
Henry Holland’s stock has risen exponentially since his 2006 debut, with slogan tees to his present-day collections being stocked in hundreds of high-end stores. His House Of Holland’s line’s popularity lies in part in how his increasingly sophisticated pieces have never lost their core modernpunk attitude and biting aesthetic. After Holland’s meteoric rise it isn’t too optimistic to advise investing in his colourful pieces now, while Holland’s still just on the cusp of joining the fashion big league.
Nowhere says ‘Pretty and Powerful’ like Canary Wharf, and with perfect timing, Bobbi Brown has just announced the opening of a pop-up studio in Canada Place this April, offering its premium makeup services to London’s busiest women. The studio will offer all the products and services available at a traditional studio, but with a particular focus on the brand’s speedy makeup lessons, such as the Bobbi Brown Instant Update and Mini Lesson. To pre-book a Bobbi Brown makeup lesson call 07827 993 778 Bobbi Brown Pop-Up Studio, Canada Place, Canary Wharf
BEAUTY:
Your British Beauty Bag Spring-clean your make-up bag with an injection of the best from British beauty brands. 1 This Works Shimmer Balm, £10, thisworks.com 2 Yardley London Polaire Eau De Toilette, £19.99, yardleylondon.co.uk
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3 Murad Wrinkle Reducer for eyes, £75, Re:SPA, 4 Ted Baker Lanthe Orchid Washbag, £25, Canada Place 5 Liz Earle Colour Healthy Glow Powder Blush, £16.50, Waitrose
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eorge Orwell’s 1984 predicted a bleak dystopia in which our planet was under strict and relentless surveillance. Though cameras may be prevalent, life is far more hopeful today and we have found ways to make technology fit into our daily routine, rather than control it. This is increasingly true in all sectors of life, but it just so happens that major changes are happening in the world of sport. Hawk-Eye is based in Basingstoke, Hampshire and invents specialised precision technology for sporting events. The company is now focusing its attention on football, having already conquered the worlds of cricket and tennis, in that order, and is even used in snooker, Gaelic football and hurling. Impossible sporting decisions, which are so often subject to human fallibility, can decide whether a game is won or lost, with potentially colossal consequences. Error can be reducible if not eradicable through placement of precision devices, meaning that instances such as Frank Lampard’s disallowed goal in the crucial 2010 South Africa game, for example, would today be verified and audience outrage would certainly be capped. The accuracy that the new equipment provides easily outweighs the nostalgia of fans that might prefer that individuals make decisions rather than machines, in order to preserve a somewhat feeling of being ‘authentic and oldfashioned.’ They fear that technology may take the fun out of it. However this is not likely the case, as the innovations encourage professionalism. The likes of John McEnroe might exclaim indignantly: “You cannot be serious!’ To which the benign machine will mutely respond to the contrary, and with absolute certainty. It is somewhat fortunate that we only have
this technology now, as history may have been quite different if Geoff Hurst’s goal was disallowed in the 1966 England World Cup.
An important decision has been made regarding the Brazil World Cup and at the time of going to press, Hawk-Eye was confirmed as one of three competing technologies awaiting a decision about which will be utilised at next year’s competition in Brazil. In true World Cup-style, the British product must face off against its great nemesis, Germany, as the other two front runners are both German innovations. The competing technologies are founded in magnetics; a magnetic coil inside the ball that when crossing a magnetic field registers the goal, as well as a magnetic grid in the penalty area. Dr. Paul Hawkins of Hawk-Eye is confident though, stating that the greatest advantage of the Hawk-Eye technology is that there is no need to compromise the perfect dimensions of the ball by inserting anything into it.
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The precision measuring of Hawk-Eye technology has changed sport forever, with the kind of accuracy that can mean the incredible difference between winning the Grand Slam and settling for second place. Daniel Engelsman traces the fortunes of this most British of innovations
Everyone has the same goal; to reduce the amount of inaccuracy by taking away the decision making responsibility of just a few individuals
So how does it function? Seven cameras monitor the goal and triangulate the ball’s position. If the ball crosses the line, a signal is transmitted to the referee’s watch, which has been specially developed for Hawk-Eye by Adeunis. The signal to the watch is encrypted, immune to interference and works in all countries, rendering it virtually invincible to hackers with malicious intent. The cameras can also identify the ball regardless of its condition or a partial visual. The system is accurate to the millimetre, guaranteeing that no broadcast replays could disprove the decision. Not unlike the tennis replays, definitive digital replay for television will ‘remove’ players and leave only the ball. The system is universal in that it is also able to work with any ball manufacturer. The German competitors are equally hopeful, yet everyone has the same goal; to reduce the amount of inaccuracy by taking away the decision-making responsibility of just a few
individuals. The result will in turn be fairer and although it may leave fans a little disappointed, it will greatly reduce the bitterness and frustration that habitually follow an ambiguous decision. If a goal is scored, it absolutely cannot be subjective. Either it did or did not happen, leaving no wiggle room or space for interpretation. In spite of opposition from some FIFA officials for the implementation of the technology, the Lampard incident of 2010 gave it a hefty push in the right direction. Above all, it exists purely to speed the game up, despite fears of it causing greater interruptions. At the French Open in 2010, Novak Djokovic insisted that there was no need to use HawkEye, having vehemently appealed a line call that might have helped spare him an epic quarter-final defeat to Jurgen Melzer. Where passions are high, it is commonly understood that all new ideas face some opposition but it seems that Hawk-Eye is here to stay, with many other emerging forms of precision technology, likely to soon be seamlessly implemented in many, if not most sports in the next few years. ‘The beautiful game’ may be an art form to few, statistics to a handful, a tradition to others and a passion to many but the single clinching moments are of course the goals, the scoring of which must always be lawful. This extends beyond simple appeasement of the fans, as the players rely on a fair assessment too. Boris Becker affirms this, saying that “Hawk-Eye has been great because you never want to lose a match because of a poor call”. It is truly an exciting time in the world of sports innovation and it looks as if goal-line technology is only the beginning. hawkeyeinnovations.co.uk
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BREWING COMPANY
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Tomorrow’s
WORLD Technology is changing the car industry with innovations such as driverless cars and tiny engines. And the UK is leading the way, says Matthew Carter
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ver experienced one of those mornings when you’re driving on autopilot? Maybe you’re concentrating on some problem at work when you suddenly focus on where you are and wonder how on earth you got there. Today, such inattention is potentially fatal. Tomorrow? Tomorrow you really will be on autopilot. Cars that drive themselves might sound like something out of a science-fiction film, but they are closer than you might think – it’s already possible to find cars that park themselves, and crashing into the car in front on a motorway is also now preventable. Cruise controls on many modern cars don’t just keep a car at a steady speed but use radar to lock onto the car ahead and maintain a constant gap between the two: if it slows, so do you, automatically. There’s even a system that automatically steers the car back into lane if you wander out, so one way or another it’s not such a giant leap to cars that do the whole job themselves. The benefits? The elimination of accidents, no congestion and no wasted time. Google is already testing autonomous cars in Nevada, while Audi and Toyota are conducting similar experiments in Germany and Japan. All these systems, though, are hugely complicated and expensive: each of Google’s cars carries around $150,000 worth of equipment on board. In these days of a global automotive industry, specifically British innovations are jostling for space with everyone else, but there’s one British operation that’s a long way down the road to producing a self-driving car at a fraction of Google’s cost. The technology found in RobotCar, being developed by the Mobile Robotics Group of the University of Oxford, has cost just £5,000 and, it is
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Many of Britain’s great automotive innovations from the past were fine-tuned on the racetrack estimated, could be found on production cars for as little as £100. The system uses lasers and cameras to act as ‘eyes’ and map a 3D route, which is then stored on its computer. Once the car is on a route it ‘remembers’ it, and offers to take over the driving. And, because the system is simply designed to take over from humans in slow-moving heavy traffic or on familiar local routes, it won’t render the driver totally obsolete. But if the future has petrol to power our V8s, it still ought to be possible to get a buzz out of driving, and electronics hold the key to many current and future innovations. In 2005, the then-new Discovery introduced Land Rover’s Terrain Response system, an electronic box of tricks that adjusted stability control, brakes, suspension settings, traction control, throttle and transmission settings to tailor the car for the type of ground it was covering. If you were driving over sand, for example, you turned a knob on the dashboard to the appropriate setting and the system did the rest. You still had to point the car in the right direction but the electronics did much of the rest. For the newly introduced Range Rover, though, things have moved on. Terrain Response 2 is now fully automatic: it reads the terrain and adjusts the chassis settings to suit. All the driver has to do is steer. British? Well, it was co-developed with Bosch in Germany, but it’s Land Rover that holds the patents. Many of Britain’s great automotive innovations from the past were fine-tuned on the racetrack. Although brilliant British engineer Frederick Lanchester patented the disc brake in 1902, for example, it wasn’t until the Jaguar C-type arrived at the 1953 Le Mans 24 Hours that the modern caliper-type disc brake ran in anger. Now they’re on every new car. These days, restrictive regulations mean applying racecar engineering to road cars isn’t so easy, though the newest McLaren
supercar might suggest otherwise. The P1 makes extensive use of lightweight and super-strong carbonfibre chassis tub like a Grand Prix car. It also has an electric motor coupled to a petrol engine to give more than 900bhp. But what links the £866,000 McLaren P1 with a McLaren F1 racer are the aerodynamics that produce up to 600kg of downforce to help the car stick to the road. Its huge rear wing, meanwhile, moves automatically to generate cornering downforce and then, F1style, flattens itself to reduce drag on the straights. Now while that might not be so useful when driving around town in electric-only mode (the 176bhp electric motor will deliver around 12 miles of battery power without the need to trouble the 3.8-litre twin turbo V8) if the car is used as intended – as a fast and comfortable road car and awesome track special – it makes more sense. After all, a track is about the only place you can safely (and legally) exploit its 0-200kms (that’s around 124mph) time of less than seven seconds and its 218mph top speed. Britain is at the forefront of real world innovation, too. The latest Ford Fiesta is powered by the three-cylinder 1.0-litre EcoBoost engine. Global investment might have paid for its development, but the concept and execution is all British. Delivering strong economy and low emissions without compromising performance, the cylinder block of the tiny EcoBoost engine is compact enough to fit on a piece of A4 paper. Despite its small capacity, it produces 125bhp – on a par with a conventional 1.6-litre engine – yet returns 56mpg and 114g/km of CO2 to give the best of both worlds. Downsizing is the current automotive buzzword and the EcoBoost engine is a prime example. Over the next few years expect more and more car companies to follow Ford – and Britain’s – lead by powering their cars with smaller but more efficient engines.
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Speed KING To call the Bentley Continental GT Speed ‘quick’ is the understatement of the year, says Matthew Carter
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wo hundred and five miles an hour. That, in anybody’s language, is fast. A jumbo jet, for example, lifts off when it hits 180mph, while Fernando Alonso’s Ferrari managed ‘only’ 187mph before he had to brake at the end of the Hangar Straight at Silverstone on his way to taking pole position at last year’s British Grand Prix. What about a Porsche 911 Turbo, you ask, one of the fastest sports cars around. Sorry, that has a top speed of just 194mph. Yes, 205mph is exceedingly rapid, but to be able to do it sitting in gentleman’s club luxury is little short of surreal. Yet that’s just what
this Bentley is capable of… not for nothing is it called GT Speed. Not that I did top the double ton, of course. Do that on public roads and you’ll be inside quicker than you could say Chris Huhne, while I’m not sure that any private test track in the UK has a straight long enough to wind the old girl up to its heady maximum. So why has Bentley produced the Speed – its fastest road car ever – if that performance can never be used? Two reasons. First, if you live in Germany or the Middle East, you can legally drive at those speeds on certain public roads. And second, because it’s automotive one-upmanship at its most basic. Drive a GT Speed and you’re guaranteed bragging rights at the golf club, the private gym… or the
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players’ car park at every Premiership football ground in the country. Essentially, mine’s bigger than yours. The Continental GT is the best-selling model in Bentley’s history. More than 50,000 examples have been sold since the shape first appeared ten years ago and it’s quicker to name those top footballers who haven’t owned one than go through the list of those who have. The current Conti GT was introduced a couple of years back with some styling changes (though you’d need old and new side-by-side to spot them all). More significantly it went on a diet at the same time as a new, less thirsty, 4.0 litre V8 version was introduced alongside a mildly tweaked version of the mighty W12 unit. The Speed, though, is something else again. There are some external changes such as the darkened grille, vast 21-inch wheels and ‘rifled’ exhausts, while the interior has quilted leather seats and more bright metal detailing. But it’s what happens under the skin that’s most important, with significant changes to the engine and chassis. Power from the twin turbocharged six-litre engine is up by almost 50 horses to 616bhp while the unit’s torque, its pulling power, is up by 100Nm to 800Nm. In practice, that means a tidal wave of thrust every time you press the throttle. Licence preservation means you’ll probably never get to see that top speed on the clock, but the Speed’s in-gear acceleration – aided by a smooth and rapidly-shifting eight-speed automatic – is a readily accessible substitute. The transmission incorporates the wonderfully named ‘Block Shifting Technology’ which essentially means that it will change directly from, say, eighth gear to fourth for instant response. The only downside is that the gearbox can be a little over-eager to change down on even the slightest throttle opening. That said, overtaking has never been so easy, and is accompanied by a glorious bass bellow from the free-flowing exhaust. There is a price for all this performance, of course. Despite proud boasts from Bentley that a new engine management system
It is one of the few cars that can justify its Gran Turismo badge. I can think of no better car in which to cross Europe
with energy recuperation means a 12 per cent improvement in fuel economy, you’ll be lucky to see much more than 10mpg around town and perhaps 16mpg overall. To cope with this power, there have been changes to the Speed’s chassis with a ride height lowered by around 10mm and bigger wheels fitted as standard. The standard air suspension has been stiffened, as have the suspension bushes and dampers while the anti-roll bars have been uprated. Yes, it does affect the ride which is noticeably firmer than the ‘ordinary’ Conti at lower speeds. But these things are relative: this is still a Bentley, after all, and comfort remains a priority. Despite its bulk, the GT Speed is as quick as any purpose-designed sports car but has the bonus of the interior space and comfort of a limousine. It is, perhaps, one of the few cars on the market that can justify its GT – or Gran Turismo – badge. I can think of no better car in which to cross Europe. There’s another weapon in the GT Speed’s armoury, of course: permanent four-wheel drive. This is not an off-road vehicle but more in line with the Audi Quattro philosophy, giving added grip on tarmac. To prove the system works, we are at Thruxton race circuit in Hampshire, but high-speed laps are out of the question. The circuit is covered in sheet ice with a layer of snow on top. Grip is of the level afforded Bambi on that frozen lake. And yet, while maximum speeds are comparatively modest, it’s possible to drive this 2.7-tonne leviathan around the track far quicker than I’d thought possible. The levels of grip are extraordinary – even a full-blooded standing start on the ice brings no wheel spin as the car hurtles into the distance. Common sense, of course, says that the V8 Continental does damn near everything the GT Speed does but with a substantial saving on price and at the pumps. But sometimes common sense is for dullards…the GT Speed is an extraordinary feat of engineering. It’s just a shame you’d have to move to Germany to enjoy it to the full.
Car: Bentley Continental GT Speed Price: £151,000 Engine: 5,998cc, twin turbo W12-cylinder Power: 616 hp Performance: 205mph max, 0-60mph in 4.0secs Drive: Four-wheel drive, eight-speed automatic
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the brains
behind...
Some of the most important technological advances in our world have come from British minds. Daniel Engelsman profiles some of the names that have created the gadgets we know and love today
JONATHAN IVE We’re willing to wager that your home, pocket, or even both, will contain one of Jonathan Ive’s designs. Though his name may not be familiar to all, his products surely are. The worldwide influence of this dominating brand is utterly inescapable. Jonathan or ‘Jony’, as he was referred to by an adoring Steve Jobs, is the current senior vice president of industrial design at Apple. At only 46 years young, he has had a lengthy career and been the lead designer of an intimidating handful of Apple products, including the MacBook Pro, iMac, MacBook Air, iPod, iPod Touch, iPhone, iPad and iPad Mini. Driven always to design, Jonathan was unsure as to what exactly it was that he wanted to be designing. Eventually he settled on products and shortly after finishing college, he co-founded Tangerine, a design agency based in London. Robert Brunner, who was Apple’s chief of industrial design at the time, commissioned Ive in 1992, who later went on to become a full-time employee. Five years later, after Steve Jobs had returned to the company, Ive was already heading up the industrial design team. Ive’s very first design assignment was the iMac. It undoubtedly helped to pave the way for many iconic designs to follow, such as the iPod, which later evolved into the iPhone. At the time, Jobs was shifting focus to the design element of the products to complement their technical functionality. Ive took the challenge in his stride and proceeded to establish the firm’s leading position with a series of aesthetically agreeable, functionally sound and curiously popular devices. As success and appraisal rightly proliferated, Ive was appointed his own laboratory with a personally selected design team, to which the majority of Apple employees are denied access. Steve Jobs was quoted as saying that Ives, “has more operational power than anyone else at Apple, except me.” His boundless influence and combination of intelligent innovation with an astute awareness for aesthetics will only propel the global brand further for years to come. Consumer loyalty to Apple is fierce and converts are frequently being won over from other brands and platforms. The Sunday Times named Ive as one of Britain’s most influential expatriates in November 2005 and by January 2008, The Daily Telegraph had rated him as the most influential Briton in the United States. He was awarded a KBE for services to design and enterprise in the 2012 New Year Honours List, so that’ll be Sir Jony to you.
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PAST
John Bowers
This story begins in darker times, circa 1945-1948, when John Bowers was behind enemy lines, operating clandestine radio operations to help the resistance movement. His story of occupational audiophilia is eventually one of success and true innovation through experimentation, achieving a great deal before his untimely death in 1987. Founded in 1966, Bowers & Wilkins is a tale of British triumph. From an initial £15,000 investment, the company now boasts a turnover of close to $400 million and exports 92 per cent of its products to markets in Europe, the US and Asia. Unmatched innovation led to boasting an extensive list of ‘firsts’ that include being the first company to put a tweeter on top of a speaker, use Kevlar speaker cones (reducing distortion), use curved speaker cabinets (reducing distortion) and to develop a ‘matrix’ system in speaker cabinets (stiffening and reducing distortion). B&W now has a seven per cent market share in the UK and outsells Bang & Olufsen in the US. Founded upon people with a genuine passion for what they do, better sound reproduction and stunning aesthetics place it as a veritable brand leader. bowers-wilkins.co.uk
PRESENT
Perry Oosting
“If you can spend $20,000 on a watch, why not on a mobile phone?” posits The Economist. And who’s to say they don’t have a point? Perry Oosting, president and CEO of Vertu, is at the forefront of luxury phone manufacture. He joined the company with extensive experience in luxury brands, having held senior roles at companies including Bulgari, Prada and Gucci. Hence no detail on a Vertu phone could ever permissibly be overlooked. The latest addition to the range and arguably the most impressive is the Ti. Handmade in England, the phones are powered by the Android Ice Cream Sandwich operating system (it’s a good thing) and other specifications that mirror those of the iPhone’s principal contender; the Samsung Galaxy SIII. Vertu uses the most arcane materials from the worlds of watchmaking, automotives, aeronautics and jewellery to craft truly inimitable mobile phones of unequalled quality and exclusivity. If you’re tempted by all of this, the Vertu Ti will set you back at least £7,000, with about £14,000 rewarding you with black PVC titanium and red gold mixed metals in your casing. If you can look past your inner magpies, the internals surpass many of its more modestly-priced contemporaries. vertu.com
FUTURE
David Perry
The highly anticipated release of Sony’s PS4 is something to be excited about – and not exclusively to those who label themselves as gamers. The console, which is due to come out later this year, is rumoured to be able to display 4K resolutions for the equally exciting quadruple-clarity high-definition televisions that are entering the market. A vast spectrum of other advanced features that will deftly match with ‘smart’ TVs is to be streamlined by evolving cloud technology. Northern Irish video game developer David Perry has created dozens of video games throughout the years for many internationally known brands and companies, including Disney and Warner Bros. Perry has confirmed partnerships with Ustream and Facebook, “to bring friends into games like never before”. The new technology will also allow gamers to broadcast their game-playing in real time to their friends. Additionally, gamers in remote locations will be able to ‘take over the controller’ if they happen to notice that their companion is struggling with a challenging episode of the game. Sony wants all pre-dating PlayStation console games to also be playable using cloud-based technology. The task that Perry has submitted to his teams is “everything, everywhere”. sony.co.uk
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The
Beautiful
Game
As the annual HPA Gaucho International Polo tournament returns to The O2 in May, Jamie Morrison, England polo captain, shares his experience of the thrills and spills of playing polo
Polo is often synonymous with grass pitches, sunshine and picnics – what does playing in an arena bring to the game? I actually think playing in an arena is much more exciting for the spectator! It’s very fast-paced and because you’re sitting within close proximity of the game you can feel the power and adrenalin close up. And what makes the O2 venue so special to play in? The O2’s become an iconic venue in London, both for music and sporting events, so I’m really excited to be playing again this year. It’s a unique place to play polo in. Would you like to see polo become as big as football in the UK? I don’t think it’s about competing with football – it’s a sport that has its own skill and appeal. I love encouraging more people to get into polo – so if anyone going to the Gaucho International at The O2 enjoys watching the match (which I’m sure they will do!) then I’ll be happy. Even better if they fancy a go themselves – you just need to give your local club a call to try it out.
What has been the highlight of your career? Probably winning medals, including two gold medals at the FIP European championships. What about one of the most challenging moments? One of the most challenging times any sportsman faces is injury, as it usually means you can’t compete and there can be long recovery periods. I’ve had to tackle broken eye sockets, I’ve broken both kneecaps and I’ve had numerous hand injuries (amongst others!) Recovering is such a huge challenge so overcoming each injury is a great achievement and very rewarding. Polo has always been synonymous with entertainment, food, wine, luxury – do you think this is an important aspect of the game? Absolutely – I think for spectators it’s such a great sport to watch. I recommend going with a group of friends, getting dressed up and making a day out of it – watching polo while tasting food and great wine, is fantastic fun. Where will the 2013 polo calendar be taking you? After the Gaucho International at the end of May, the UK polo season starts so I’ll be based in Berkshire over the summer. I’ll probably then head over to Spain and perhaps to Copenhagen for international matches. Jamie goes head to head with Argentine Captain Nacho Figueras at the upcoming HPA Gaucho International Polo at The O2 on 21 May. Tickets from £20, available at gauchopolo.com
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argentine inspiration Perhaps you’ve been lucky enough to visit the sultry South American gem of Argentina, enjoying juicy steak, full-bodied wine and a little polo while you’re there. You may have stumbled upon Nicolas Audebert’s Cheval des Andes estate, set within the beautiful wine region of Mendoza; surrounded by the vineyards and facing the Andes, you’ll also find a polo pitch right at its centre. That’s the Argentinian way. And luckily for us, we can get a taste a little closer to home at The O2 this summer.
Argentine captain Nacho Figueras & England captain Jamie Morrison
Don’t miss the third annual HPA Gaucho International Polo event at The O2 in London on Tuesday 21 May 2013 Tickets from £20, gauchopolo.com Follow the latest news on Gaucho Polo via social media: @gauchopolo @gauchogroup and facebook.com/Gauchointernationalpolo For further information contact: info@gauchopolo.com
We’ll be waiting with bated breath as the world’s greatest polo players fly in to The O2 to compete in this prestigious tournament. Through three international matches, players will be vying for the honour of taking home the championship on Tuesday 21 May 2013. Offering delicious South American food by Gaucho, live music and top DJs alongside the polo, there really is no better way to kick off the summer sporting season. As England take on the mighty Argentina at this year’s HPA Gaucho International Polo match, England captain Jamie Morrison will go mallet-to-mallet with Argentinian rival Nacho Figueras. We’ll be sipping on the local wines as we watch; the biggest consumer event ever staged in Europe and 50 of Argentina’s best wineries will fly over especially for the occasion, presenting more than 200 varieties. Veuve Clicquot will be creating a unique Champagne garden at the VIP after-party, held at Indigo2, while Tanqueray Gin will be hosting a ringside party and hospitality package. We’ll be taking up the Club Gaucho premium hospitality package which includes meeting the players, a Veuve Clicquot reception, VIP access to the arena and after-party. Post match, you’ll find us enjoying the Thames-side views on board the ‘Polo Express Clipper’ a 150 seater catamaran.
Jamie Morrison
- Sponsors IG will continue its sponsorship of Team England and are joined by Cheval des Andes a LVMH winery in Mendoza who will sponsor Team Argentina. La Martina and HR OWEN Maserati are also taking roles as official merchandising and official car partners. Royal Salute will be sponsoring Team Scotland, and sponsors of the opening match – between two teams captained by Thomas Kato and Yevgeny Chichvarkin – will be Merchant Hub and Hedonism Wines.
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FOOD DRINK The best fine dining has to offer, right on your doorstep
Local Luncheon British company Birleys mutual relationship with their suppliers ensures that only the freshest ingredients are hand-selected for use. We recommend starting the day with a hot bacon and egg bloomer from one of their delis scattered across Canary Wharf, or their Salt Beef Bar in Canada Square. In need of a simple way to keep spirits up in the boardroom? They also deliver their range of sandwiches and cold platters with tempting sweet extras. birleysandwiches.co.uk, 020 7240 3340
star quality Excitement is building for the opening of Tom Aiken’s new restaurant, Tom’s Kitchen, this April. His summers spent in France as a child inspired his signature imaginative take on French cuisine and earned his first eponymous restaurant in Chelsea a Michelin star after its opening in 2003. Its critical and commercial success sparked the opening of two other brasserie-style Tom’s Kitchens, cementing Aiken’s reputation as one of Britain’s top chefs. tomaikens.co.uk
An Old Edition AIMEE LATIMER tastes the fusion of European and Asian cuisine in one of the area’s oldest restaurants The First Edition Restaurant is one of the last remaining independent restaurants in Canary Wharf, having spent 18 years in Cabot Square, watching the area grow up and out around it. Clean white lines fit the elegance of its location but it carries its own charisma with
its Grapes Of Wrath menu covers, beach hut booths and a twisting mezzanine balcony. An evening surmounts to the experience and here the First Edition excels – unrushed, we were greeted with a glass of champagne and chunks of Italian bread, while we perused the menu. Asian, British and Italian influences scatter throughout, and the chefs take pride in it all, their skill and thought immediately apparent. The dishes aren’t cluttered with the selected ingredients, both complementary and beautifully presented, from the fat scallops spilling out of their shells to the king prawns crusted with coconut and drizzled with bright mango sauce. Steak is served for main courses – as is an ample selection of red wine to accompany it – but fish is their specialty. The special of swordfish exemplified the consideration clearly taken when sourcing and preparing seafood, when it arrived on a circle of rice, sweetened in the signature teriyaki sauce. Homemade desserts follow, with thick crumble-crust on caramelised apples and divine rum panna cotta with fresh strawberry coulis, cleverly dodging the trap of being too tart. Attention to detail in both the food and service throughout our meal indicated a considerate and organised operation, well-deserving of another 18 years. 25 Cabot Square, firsteditionrestaurant.co.uk
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Something New Alexander & James is a new online store exclusive to the UK that is dedicated to the highest quality premium spirits. A site for those with a true passion for spirits; sales of the finest alcohols are listed alongside cocktail recipes and details of how to taste, experience and understand the various brands. It’s necessary viewing for anyone who appreciates the craft and heritage of the world’s finest distillers. Johnnie Walker Blue Label, £179,
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something borrowed Bollinger may hail from France but it toasts a very English heritage. Already the Champagne of The Open, Royal Ascot and England Rugby, it is now the sponsor of The BNY Mellon Boat Race. Cheers to coincidence: The boat race was established in 1829, the very same year as Bollinger. Bollinger Le Grande Annee Champagne Gift, £79, Waitrose Food Fashion & Home, Canada Square
Check your sources For the last 20 years The Fine Cheese Co. has been a maturer, wholesaler, retailer and exporter of artisan British cheeses. They work closely with British farmers to stock over a hundred handmade British cheeses across 600 delicatessens. For connoisseurs or those looking to give an unique gift, make a date with their Monthly Cheese Selection. The Fine Cheese Co. choose the three best cheeses from what’s best in season, accompany it with detailed tasting notes and then deliver it to your door. finecheese.co.uk
emma johnson delights in the authentic lunchtime dim sum menu on offer at Royal China, Canary Wharf Japanese, Chinese, Thai, Malaysian, Singaporean – the influence of Asian cuisine on the way that we dine in London is monumental, and has seen a massive surge in popularity in the last decade. Sushi and dim sum in particular have found favour in a variety of chain restaurants, while at the other end of the spectrum, Michelin-starred quirkiness has made a considerable impact on foodie headlines. And while there are plenty of aggressively on-trend eateries with which to traverse the pan-Asian kaleidoscope of dining options, it’s reassuring that some restaurants have focused less on the zeitgeist of fusion and modernity, and more on authentic, traditional cuisine, cooked with love and considerable skill. Royal China in Canary Wharf is just such a place. Its Chinese menu has been delighting diners for years, and the lunchtime dim sum menu is one of its crowning glories. Reassuringly busy every lunchtime between 12pm and 4pm it pulls in crowds, due in part to its cleverly thought-out express lunch, which offers a selection of divine dim sum to start with, plus a choice of nine main courses, with rice or noodles, cooked to perfection in record time, ensuring you can be fed, watered and out the door within the hour. It’s a perfect place to escape the office for a midday break and a wonderful place to take clients or colleagues if you want to impress on a tight schedule. If you have a little longer to linger though, it’s worth taking the time to enjoy the best the menu has to offer. We put ourselves in the competent hands of general manager Peter, who sent out dish after dish of authentic and tasty dim sum, including a selection of prawn, scallop, chicken, duck and shrimp dumplings, accompanied by sticky and sweet buns, vegetable spring rolls, soft shell crab and pork pancakes. The service here was efficient and polite, and the surroundings at Westferry Circus make for a delightful view across the water while you dine. Perfect for a little lunchtime luxury. Express Lunch, £15pp Westferry Circus, royalchinagroup.biz
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drink
British Tipple Phil Crozier goes on a whistlestop tour of British wine-growing, and recommends some of his all time favourites
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nglish wine is enjoying a big resurgence these days. Its origins are almost certainly the work of the Romans when they visited these shores. By the time of the Domesday Book (in 1086), there were 46 vineyards in England and Wales, and by the time of Henry VIII, in the 16th century, there were 136, of which 11 were owned by the Crown, 67 by noblemen and 52 by the Church. There are now more than 400 vineyards, producing two million bottles per annum. To put this into context, that is the same number of bottles that a small to medium-sized winery in Spain would produce. The biggest producer is Denbies in Dorking, Surrey, at 250 acres. The majority of the grapes are white and of Germanic origin, since we just don’t get enough sun to produce good reds. With global warming, perhaps that might change. I look forward to trying a Scottish Pinot from the Highlands in 2050…but somehow I doubt it will happen. I really like the Bacchus grape, a German hybrid specifically developed for the edgy British climate. Our greatest success has been with sparkling wine. Some areas of southern England share the same chalk line with Champagne, a factor that many new to the industry are keen to exploit. Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier are naturally high in acid, which is maintained in cool climates. Recent examples, when tasted blind against their French counterparts, have come out on top, most notably the Nyetimber, chalking up an impressive 65 awards,
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including Best Worldwide Sparkling Wine three times! Available in Waitrose, and of course many top restaurants in London and beyond. Vineyards can be found in Wales and most of southern England, but its main concentration is Sussex, where the soils and south-facing vines tend to get better sun exposure. For more inspiration, London has its own champion of English wine, based in Borough Market, winepantry.co.uk. Phil Crozier is director of wine at Cavas de Gaucho in Piccadilly, Winner ‘Specialist Merchant of the Year’ Argentina International Wine Challenge 2007
Wines to try Look for a winery name on the label, which should mean that it is produced and bottled by British producers, from British grapes. Phil Recommends: Nyetimber Cuvée Classic Made from Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, with notes of brioche and red fruits, white flowers and grilled almonds; a match for any of the great Champagnes. £29.95, Berry Brothers Ridgeview Marksman Sparkling 2009 Red apple, brioche and exotic spice. 100 per cent Chardonnay. £132 (case of six), Marks & Spencer. Camel Valley Bacchus 2011 One of England’s finest still wines from the wonderful Bacchus grape, it originates from Cornwall. Somewhere between a Mosel Riesling and a New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, with added nettles. £14.95, Berry Bros
The challenge was finding a place where our baby felt happy and comfortable and gave us the peace of mind that all his needs were taken care of.
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business travel Essential information for anyone who travels the world for work
The Business of Gastronomy In the latest of a series of innovations to improve its service for business travellers, Eurostar has appointed Michelin-starred chef Raymond Blanc, OBE, as its culinary director. Renowned for his use of quality, locally sourced ingredients, Blanc is the ideal partner for Eurostar, the first transport provider to be awarded a Sustainable Restaurant Association rating. A recent survey by YouGov found that more than a third of business workers rated their meals when travelling as below average. To try and rectify the dubious reputation of this type of fast food, Raymond Blanc is closely collaborating with Eurostar’s catering suppliers to help transform travellers’ perceptions of on-board catering. The resulting menus, exclusive to Eurostar’s
Business Premier, are compiled of sustainable but desirable dishes that include Blanc’s family recipes such as mackerel salad and chocolate delice with praline custard. The exciting partnership is set to further the reputation of Business Premier, Eurostar’s business class which – to maximise comfort and practicality for business travellers – already offers fully flexible fares, ten-minute express check-in and business lounge access. Reuben Arnold, head of commercial development for Eurostar, summarises the partnership aptly: “Working with one of the world’s most respected chefs, we are demonstrating that we are genuinely putting our money where our mouth is.” eurostar.com
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Andaz, Liverpool Street, London The five-star Andaz Liverpool Street hotel’s beautiful Victorian redbrick exterior transforms inside into 267 beautifully appointed 21st-century rooms. Routinely voted one of the best business hotels in Europe, the moment you arrive and are invited to relax in the lounge while the check-in comes to you, you know you’re not in just another hotel. The Andaz has the luxury of proximity to the Eurostar terminal at St Pancras and links to all major airports. The hotel has 14 event rooms for work or entertaining, while its individual rooms boast amenities such as ergonomic desks with Eames chairs and Jacob Jacobsen lamps, as well as the business essential of internet and dual line telephones. From £229.50 a night, london.liverpoolstreet.andaz.hyatt.com
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Park Hyatt, Washington DC Celebrated designer Tony Chi’s $24 million renovation for the Park Hyatt Washington hotel has created a stunning, classic American décor. Five-star rooms and suites are designed for business but gilded with luxury aesthetics. Ideally situated on 24th Street, only a five-minute walk from the closest metro station, The Park Hyatt hosts 12,000 sq ft of meeting space and a 24-hour business centre. High speed internet, fine-dining on site and a spa and fitness centre further confirm the Park Hyatt’s successful marriage between luxury and practicality for professionals. Each room contains a work desk, 32” flatscreen HDTV, dual phone lines and a safe suitable for laptops. From £276.82 per night, parkwashington.hyatt.com
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The Worldhotel Grand Winston has become the first hotel in The Hague to introduce rooms specifically for travelling businesswomen. The Netherlands’ hotel has revamped suites to better appeal to females by adding amenities such as professional-grade hair dryers, makeup mirrors, toiletries from Dutch brands Rituals and De Tuinen and even extra-soft pillows. In further consideration, the designated rooms are located near elevators and have been fitted with additional bolt locks for personal safety. worldhotelgrandwinston.com
jet lag survival The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Washington DC has launched a new Jet Lag Reviver Treatment specifically tailored to minimise the effect of long-haul travel. The treatment includes a revitalising full-body exfoliation and simultaneous massage with aromatherapy oil during the morning, or a soothing salt-scrub and deep massage in the evening to unwind. The experience also includes a complimentary TravelEase homeopathic spray to use during long journeys to ease travel exhaustion. From £122, mandarinoriental.com
private jet on speed dial The ingenious service from PrivateFly.com means booking a jet to get you to that crucial meeting has never been easier. The website and phone app connects business travellers with available jets all over the world, and can have a quote back to you within minutes. Travellers enter their destination, their current location and the time they want to fly and the clever website filters this out to pilots with empty jets, often due to make a return journey from a previous passenger, meaning the costs are reduced too. The company’s partnership with Addison Lee also means you can easily arrange transport to the airfield or book the jet from the comfort of your taxi. privatefly.com
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s British Airways marks its tenth anniversary at the Docklands airport it is firmly established as the largest airline in terms of both passenger numbers and routes. The first aircraft with a British Airways tail, an Avro RJ100, took off from London City on 30 March 2003, operating to Paris and Frankfurt. Now, ten years on, the airline flies to 23 destinations in the UK, Europe and USA on one of the youngest aircraft fleets in the business. Originally London City was perceived as a business airport, serving the thriving office communities of Canary Wharf and East London. The British Airways route network reflected that, with Glasgow, Edinburgh and Geneva added to the schedule in the first year of operation. The business route network continued to grow with extra frequency added on existing routes that were proving very popular with customers. Although some of the existing routes, such as Nice, served as both business and holiday destinations, it was in 2010 that British Airways launched its first leisure-only flights to Majorca and Ibiza. With a growing residential population in East London there was huge demand from travellers wanting short weekend breaks or longer holidays in the sun. Frequency was doubled on both routes in the first 12 months and from last winter they both became year-round destinations. British Airways added the third Balearic Island of Menorca to its leisure portfolio last year, along with flights to Malaga, Venice, Quimper and Angers. In 2009 there was a significant first for London City Airport when British Airways launched the airport’s first ever long haul route, with double daily all business class flights to New York. British Airways has a fleet of 14 new Embraer 170 and 190 aircraft, a leased Saab 2000 plus two long haul Airbus A318 aircraft, based at London City Airport, and the airline carries over 1.2 million passengers every year. The tenth anniversary celebrations begin on 27 March with a birthday party at the Museum of London Docklands, hosted by football legend Gary Lineker and Willie Walsh, CEO of International Airlines Group (IAG), parent company of British Airways. The evening will be attended by over 200 guests who have each
played a part in the airline’s ten years of success at London City. Celebrity guests will provide the entertainment and money raised on the night will go to Flying Start, British Airways’ global charity partnership with Comic Relief. Luke Hayhoe, British Airways general manager commercial at London City says: “We saw the potential in London City Airport because of its unique geographic position and the excellent ground transport links that feed into it. Ten years ago there were 55,000 office workers in Canary Wharf, today that number has more than doubled and we’re delighted that many of them now choose to fly direct from the Docklands with British Airways for both business and leisure travel. We are looking forward to a year-long celebration to mark our growth and we want our customers and staff to be involved in that. They are the people who have helped us reach our top position at London City.” Matthew Hall, chief commercial officer at London City Airport says: “London City Airport would not be the success it is today without British Airways as a key partner. LCY is the only airport actually in London and with the dramatic transformation that has taken place in east London and Docklands, we are the local airport for the business community in the City and for the booming residential population in the surrounding areas. We wish British Airways a very happy anniversary and look forward to the next ten years.
more information British Airways currently operates from London City to four UK destinations, 18 destinations in Europe and twice daily flights to New York. In addition, franchise partner Sun Air flies twice daily flights to Billund in Denmark in British Airways colours. All British Airways fares include a generous free 23kg luggage allowance, free on-line check-in and seat selection 24 hours before departure, complimentary food and drink on board and no charge for debit card payments. Further details and fares available at www.ba.com/londoncity
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Common Sense If you’ve been lucky enough to while away a day in the Six Senses Spa at Pan Peninsula you’ll understand the appeal of a Six Senses Resort. The Six Senses Samui resort is set on the sloping headland of Samui island across 20 acres of rolling indigenous vegetation to combine maximum privacy with panoramic views of the Gulf of Thailand. We recommend the Discovery Package: it includes accommodation in a luxury villa with private al fresco dinners, a Thai cookery class and a six-hour tour in a limousine to experience the island at your own leisure. Discovery Package available until 31 July 2013, sixsenses.com
ESCAPE From long-haul retreats and weekend breaks, to chic city stopovers and tropical hideaways, these are some of the world’s top haunts
You may not know Mr & Mrs Smith’s real names, or even that they existed, but since 2003 this husband and wife team have been anonymously reviewing stylish boutiques and unique hotels across the globe. A British success story, their travel publishing and hotel booking business now has more than 850 hotel members worldwide. To share their wisdom, they have written a series of books revealing the secrets and delights of the world’s best places to stay. Their best-selling book of Italy presents a hand-picked selection of 32 of the country’s most stylish boutique hotels, ranging from modern city finds to traditional farmhouses. Italy, £19.95, mrandmrssmith.com
A Story To Tell Known in the wedding industry as one of the UK’s top ten venues, the simply stunning Chaucer Barn can’t help but spill romance into its luxury breaks. Nestling in the heart of north Norfolk, relax and recuperate in complete tranquillity. Nine double bedrooms keep numbers intimate, while a host of facilities from the modern addition of Sky and sports packages in every room, to the old world charm of wood and kindling laid ready in the open fires cater for every concern so you can forget about yours. chaucerbarn.com
Grand Reopening
Borgo Santo Pietro’s villa hotel combines sumptuous suites and an 800-year-old spa building stocked with products from Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella – one of the oldest pharmacies in the world – with rustic rolling Tuscan views and welcoming local charm. On 28 March they are reopening their doors with a grand Opening Gala. The celebrations will include a six-course tasting dinner, fireworks and even a minder should you bring children. It is the perfect way to welcome in the beginning of an unforgettable stay. borgosantopietro.com/en
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Emma Johnson visits Angsana Balaclava in Mauritius and finds a tasteful, romantic hideaway offering all the luxury of a resort with the exclusivity of a boutique hotel
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While many of these resorts are among the best in the world, for those who just want to completely escape from the world, they can feel less like luxury resorts and more like busy holiday camps. As we become more discerning, craving more space and fewer people, privacy and solitude have become our paramount concern. New opening from the Banyan Tree group, Angsana Balaclava is Mauritius’ first, and only, boutique hotel, boasting huge suites, days and days of peace and quiet and the kind of exclusivity you just can’t get at a larger venue. We arrive after the 12-hour non-stop flight from Gatwick and are quickly
ushered into the amazing YU Lounge at Mauritius Airport, set in its own private terminal, where cooling towels, Champagne, delicious canapés and airconditioning leave us feeling instantly rejuvenated. Reclining on sofas and marvelling at the mountains and endless blue skies while the team at YU not only find and bring our luggage for us, but also check us through security, feels like the height of luxury travel. And we haven’t even left the airport yet. Amazing. While I catch up on a few emails via the free Wi-Fi, my husband is given a private guided tour of their dedicated duty-free shop, and then it’s time to head to the hotel.
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The huge stone bath looks out to the horizon, making it the perfect place to enjoy an evening sundowner We are collected by a driver from Mautourco, the premier chauffeur and events company on the island, and the 45-minute drive flies past as he gives us a comprehensive rundown of Mauritius’ history. Later on, he will take us back to the airport, taking the road that loops around the opposite side of the island, ensuring we have a fully-rounded idea of the place he calls home. He is obviously proud of Mauritius’ past and present, and it’s easy to see why. Smiling faces and helpful hands greet us as we arrive at Angsana Balaclava. As we step into an airy lounge, open on all sides to the fresh air and cool breeze blowing in from the ocean, it’s now that we really realise (with delight) how far away we are from the cold and the rain. Our personal butler leads us to our ‘room’ – which is definitely more of a luxury suite situated right on the sand. There are around ten Beach Bungalows at Angsana, dotted along the white sand, in amongst drunkenly-leaning palm trees, all boasting wonderful views of the sunset.
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The huge bedroom opens onto a wide terrace, with an L-shaped plunge pool running around one side. The pool can be accessed directly from the terrace or from the bath/shower room which runs down one side of our suite and opens fully into the pool. The huge stone bath looks out to the horizon, making it the perfect place to enjoy an evening sundowner and enjoy the view. From the terrace, a little path leads down to a private space on the beach, complete with sunbeds and sunshades; further on, wooden tables attached to the trunks of trees provide another cosy spot to sit and watch the world go by. We have arrived mid-afternoon and take advantage of the final few hours of sunshine on our private sunbeds, before changing for drinks and dinner and heading to the bar. Cocktails feel like the right thing to do, and we pull up a stool at the attractive Sylea bar, housed in a huge stone structure, open to the air on all sides. Dinner follows at the hotel’s main restaurant, Oryza, with plenty of fish, local specialities and seasonal dishes on offer.
The menu changes every day, ensuring something different each evening, while dining options on the beach and in your room means variety is guaranteed. The next morning we wake to perfect weather and head to the hotel’s pool for a morning of sun worshipping. The sandy poolside space has a few other guests, but it’s not busy and the mood is peaceful and calm. At lunch we swim across the pool to the Passion Grill bar and restaurant and enjoy a cooling glass of Mauritian beer while sitting submerged in the pool (I’m not sure the novelty of pool bars ever loses its sparkle), followed by a light lunch of Mauritian specials at the casual daytime restaurant. The afternoon sees an indulgent few hours in the amazing spa, followed by a special dinner at a private table overlooking the pool and the ocean beyond. Throughout our stay we certainly see other guests, and there’s a gentle, friendly atmosphere in the bar and restaurant each evening, but overall it feels secluded and exclusive; our wonderful beach-front suite providing all the privacy we could want. Boutique hotels might not be a common thing on luxury tropical islands, but I am pretty sure they’ll soon catch on – because who doesn’t want to travel that far and feel they’ve left the rest of the world behind? angsana.com/en/balaclava
more information Select Collection (0207 491 7171 selectcollection. com or visit their boutique hotel in Mayfair) offers seven nights for the price of five, at Angsana Balaclava from £3,990 per person in a Garden Suite, based on two people sharing on a halfboard basis. Save an additional £350pp for all bookings confirmed more than 45 days before departure. The price includes: BA Business Class flights from London, use of the BA lounge at London Gatwick, VIP arrival and departure from Mauritius through the YU Lounge and private platinum transfers with Mautourco from airport to hotel (Mercedes or BMW7). Offer valid 6 April – 30 September 2013.
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venice AIMEE LATIMER wanders off Venice’s typical tourist path to experience the Venetians’ city Where to stay… Palazzina G The Palazzina G hotel is nestled behind a 16th-century façade facing the Grand Canal. Not immune to the romance of Venice, it boasts a softly lit Champagne bar and suites dotted with high terraces. Through the front doors you tumble down the rabbit hole into a spectre of layered glass, brightly coloured walls, sheep stools and sultry bars that combine 15thcentury infrastructure with state-of-the-art appliances for a hedonistically luxurious stay. No wonder Johnny Depp’s a fan. palazzinag.com
Where to eat… Caffé Florian The restaurants in the tourist districts of the city vary greatly in quality. However, the streets are teeming with gorgeous coffee shops scattered alongside the canal and boutique cafés scooping out servings of Venice’s famous gelato. For a memorable experience visit Caffè Florian in Piazza San Marco. Opened in 1720 it stands as Italy’s oldest café. Steeped in rich history, its patrons have included great Italian playwrights and Britain’s Charles Dickens and Lord Byron. An art hub, the walls are covered in the works of sculptors, artists and cartoonists, with many pieces from the Florian’s private collection loaned to art museums around the world. Enjoy one of the Florian’s trademarked coffees, teas and chocolates while sat inside the café’s frescoed rooms or outside in the Piazza, listening to the orchestra play long into the night.
What to do… Tour the Venice Lagoon
From top to bottom: A classic Venice scene; Palazzina G; Venice Island; Lido di Venezia; Balcony at Palazzina G.
Take a private tour of Murano, Burano and Torcello – the famous islands of the Venice Lagoon. Private tours from guides who are experts in English encourage you away from the typical tourist routes to view the hidden gems Venice has to offer. The islands showcase the country’s rich culture without the throngs of visitors bustling for space: shop for lace in Burano, visit Venice’s first ever church in the peaceful streets of Torcello and watch the world-famous glass-blowing at Murano.
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British Airways offers daily flights between London City airport and Venice (except Saturdays). Customers benefit from a quick and easy service at London City Airport, with transfer from kerbside to airside just 15 minutes. Book with ba.com.
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For the final stop to conclude your trip, take a short boat-ride from St Mark’s to Lido di Venezia, a 11km long sandbar along the Adriatic Sea. The island’s Palazzo del Cinema, the site of the world-renowned Venice Film Festival, will feature in the festival’s 80th anniversary this September. Why not rent a bike, available for as little as half an hour, and ride along the beach to catch a glimpse of the Grand Hotel des Bains hotel, the famous setting of Thomas Mann’s classic novel Death in Venice?
Florian: pio3 / Shutterstock.com
Don’t Miss… Lido di Venezia
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West India Quay, Canary Wharf E14 Two bedroom duplex apartment
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BERKELEY TOWER, e14
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Reception room ø kitchen ø 3 bedrooms ø 3 bathrooms ø 2 parking spaces ø balcony ø concierge ø 156 sq m (1,680 sq ft) ø EPC = C
Reception room ø kitchen ø 3 double bedrooms ø 2 bathrooms ø guest cloakroom ø parking ø 152 sq m (1,641 sq ft) ø EPC = D
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Reception room ø open-plan kitchen ø 3 bedrooms ø 3 bathrooms ø balcony ø garage ø 131 sq m (1,410 sq ft) ø EPC = E
Reception room ø kitchen ø 2 bedrooms ø 2 bathrooms ø balcony ø underground parking ø concierge ø 90 sq m (974 sq ft) ø EPC = C
Guide £785,000 Share of Freehold
Guide £450,000 Leasehold
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PILGRIMS MEWS, e14
Reception room ø kitchen ø 4 bedrooms ø 3 bathrooms ø 2 parking spaces ø roof terrace ø 204 sq m (2,198 sq ft) ø EPC = C
Reception room ø kitchen ø 4 bedrooms ø 3 bathrooms ø garden ø shed ø parking space ø 130 sq m (1,404 sq ft) ø EPC = D
Guide £2.25 million Leasehold
Guide £550,000 Freehold
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Savills Canary Wharf wdickenson@savills.com 020 7531 2500
Savills Canary Wharf juprowse@savills.com 020 7531 2500
SHEARWATER COURT, e1w
FREE TRADE WHARF, e1w
2 reception rooms ø kitchen ø 4 bedrooms ø 4 bathrooms ø 7 terraces ø 3 balconies ø 2 parking spaces ø concierge ø 368 sq m (3,960 sq ft) ø EPC = C
Reception room ø open-plan kitchen ø bedroom ø bathroom ø private balcony ø concierge ø underground parking ø pool ø 48 sq m (516 sq ft) ø EPC = C
Guide £4,999,995 Share of Freehold
Guide £450,000 Share of Freehold
Savills Docklands zjames@savills.com 020 7456 6800
Savills Docklands nefthymiou@savills.com 020 7456 6800
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PAN PENINSULA, e14
BERKELEY TOWER, e14
3 bedrooms ø 2 bathrooms ø river views ø 24hr porterage ø communal gardens ø communal leisure facilities ø EPC = C
3 bedrooms ø 3 en suite bathrooms ø separate w.c ø allocated parking ø 24hr security ø EPC = B
£1,550 per week Furnished
£1,400 per week Furnished
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Savills Canary Wharf ssaul@savills.com 020 7531 2500
Savills Canary Wharf ssaul@savills.com 020 7531 2500
LANDMARK EAST, e14
SEACON WHARF, e14
3 bedrooms ø 2 bathrooms (1 en suite) ø balcony and private terrace ø river views ø 24hr porterage ø residence gym ø EPC = B
1 bedroom ø 1 bathroom ø balcony with river views ø 24hr porterage ø access to leisure facilities ø EPC = C
£1,250 per week Furnished
£395 per week Furnished
Savills Docklands ssaul@savills.com 020 7531 2500
Savills Canary Wharf ssaul@savills.com 020 7531 2500
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IVORY HOUSE, e1w
HERMITAGE WATERSIDE,
2 bedrooms ø 2 bathrooms ø terrace with marina views ø porterage ø EPC = C
3 bedrooms ø 2 bathrooms (1 en suite) ø balcony ø allocated parking ø EPC = D
£825 per week Furnished
£675 per week Unfurnished
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Savills Docklands brodgers@savills.com 020 7456 6800
Savills Docklands brodgers@savills.com 020 7456 6800
HARLEQUIN COURT, e1w
CINNABAR WHARF, e1w
1 bedroom ø 1 bathroom ø balcony overlooking the marina ø allocated parking ø 24hr security ø EPC = B
1 bedroom ø 1 bathroom ø a separate w.c ø allocated parking ø balcony with river views ø 24hr porterage ø EPC = D
£585 per week Furnished
£475 per week Furnished
Savills Docklands brodgers@savills.com 020 7456 6800
Savills Docklands brodgers@savills.com 020 7456 6800
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HONEYWELL ROAD, SW11 HONEYWELL ROAD, SW11 6 bedrooms u playroom u garden u EPC = E 6 bedrooms u playroom u garden u EPC = E £1,800 per week Clapham - 020 8772 6989 £1,800 per week Clapham - 020 8772 6989
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PAN PENINSULA SQUARE, E14 PAN PENINSULA SQUARE, E14 3 bedrooms u parking u gym/spa facilities u
EPC = C 3 bedrooms u parking u gym/spa facilities u EPC = C £1,750 per week Docklands - 020 7456 6800 £1,750 per week Docklands - 020 7456 6800
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NEWPORT ROAD, SW13 NEWPORT ROAD, SW13 4 bedrooms u kitchen/dining room u
EPC = E 4 bedrooms u kitchen/dining room u EPC = E £1,500 per week Barnes - 020 8939 6914 £1,500 per week Barnes - 020 8939 6914
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WHARTON STREET, WC1 WHARTON STREET, WC1 3 bedrooms u under floor heating u EPC = C 3 bedrooms u under floor heating u EPC = C £1,200 per week Islington - 020 7354 6701 £1,200 per week Islington - 020 7354 6701
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KINGS ROAD, TW10 KINGS ROAD, TW10 6 bedrooms u 4 reception rooms
u garden u EPC = G 6 bedrooms u 4 reception rooms u garden u EPC = G £15,000 per month Richmond - 020 8614 9115 £15,000 per month Richmond - 020 8614 9115
Horizon Building, E14 A spectacular three bedroom penthouse with Panoramic views boasting large terraces and extremely spacious living accommodation being in excess of 2200sqft. Benefits include the latest technological installations, state of the art multi media system, walnut and marble floors throughout and floor-to-ceiling windows around the entire apartment. In addition two secure parking spaces are included with the property.
£1,450,000 Leasehold
Landmark East, E14 A three bedroom apartment situated on the 43rd floor boasting 1625ft² of space and stunning views through floor to ceiling windows. Luxury specification includes: comfort cooling throughout, engineered wood flooring, kitchens with Siemens appliances, bathrooms with Villeroy & Boch sanitary ware. There is a 24hr concierge service and gym and Landmark is well located for Canary Wharf retail, DLR & Jubilee lines.
£1,550,000 Leasehold
11 Westferry Circus, Canary Wharf, London, E14 4HE
020 7715 9700 joneslanglasalle.co.uk
Ontario Tower, E14 - £290pw
Indescon Court, E14 - £330pw
Landmark West, E14 - £340pw
• Studio Apartment • One Bathroom • Leisure facilities and concierge • Blackwall DLR
• Luxury Apartment • 1 Bedroom • South Quay DLR • Allocated parking
• Luxury Studio • South Quay DLR • 24 Hour Concierge • Luxury Apartment
New Atlas Wharf, E14 - £360pw
Landmark East, E14 - £370pw
Dovecote House, SE16 - £460pw
• One bedroom • River Views • Leisure facilities • Allocated parking
• Luxury apartment • One bedroom • Gym and 24Hour Concierge • Heron Quays DLR
• Luxury Apartment • Two bedrooms, two bathrooms • Two balconies • Secure parking • Canada Water Jubilee Line
Indescon Court, E14 - £460pw
Landmark West, E14 - £530pw
Canary Riverside, E14 - £650pw
• Two Bedrooms, • Two Bathrooms • Balcony • South Quay DLR
• Two bed/ two bath • Luxury apartment • 23rd floor • Gym & concierge
• Two bed/ two bath • Prestigious development • Two balconies • 24hr Concierge & Parking
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New Homes The Heron, EC2 The Panoramic Collection has been created to be the finest residences in the City of London. This extraordinary collection of 12 lateral and one duplex apartment occupies four floors above the 30th floor of The Heron, a 36 storey tower in the heart of London’s financial district. Offering an enviable sense of open space, coupled with breath-taking views, the Heron must be seen to be believed. Show apartment coming soon!
From £3,600,000
Redchurch Lofts, E2 Redchurch Lofts is an exclusive development in the heart of vibrant Shoreditch. Comprising of just 9 loft apartments; this development offers luxury living within London’s most fashionable and fascinating locale. Modern Shoreditch has evolved into a sophisticated creative centre, synonymous with loft-style living. Positioned midway between Westminster, and London’s Docklands – Shoreditch is the ideal location for anyone wanting to stay in touch with everything London has to offer.
£799,995 - £1,475,000
Streamlight Tower, E14 Maxmising space and light with views over London from each apartment that are simply stunning, giving a sense of space that adds to the overall ambience of the interior. Whether you are an investment buyer or looking for your next home; Streamlight Tower offers modern urban living in the heart of E14. Only last remaining 3 bedroom apartments available.
£485,000 020 7519 5900 info@alanselby.co.uk www.alanselby.co.uk
Sales One West India Quay, E14 A stunning one bedroom apartment providing luxurious accommodation in the desirable One West India Quay. Covering an extensive 964 sq ft making this apartment the same size as the majority of two bed apartments in this development. This unit has one of the most enviable Canary Wharf facing aspects.
£599,995
Millenium Harbour, E14 - SSTC With west facing views of the River Thames and set in one the most popular private residential developments in E14 this extremely well presented two bedroom fourth floor apartment offers reception room with Juliette balcony facing the river and overlooking communal gardens, kitchen, en-suite shower room to the master bedroom and bathroom.
£395,000
Caspian Wharf, E3 – SOLD This 2,716 sqft (252.4 sqm) two bedroom 12th floor penthouse, located over 2 floors, comprises a bespoke specification. Upon entering the penthouse on the 12th floor you will find an American walnut stair case with glass balustrade. The master and 2nd bedrooms are situated on this floor, each complemented with walk in wardrobe and en suite bathrooms. The master en-suite is complemented with its own balcony. The two large terraces of 899sqft have stunning panoramic views.
£1.5 million
Estate Agents | Land & Development Consultants
Lettings Boardwalk Place E14 A well-presented two bedroom apartment located on the doorstep of Canary Wharf. The apartment comprises wood flooring, two double bedrooms, two bathrooms, fully fitted kitchen and a balcony with views over Blackwall Basin onto Canary Wharf. Other benefits include secured parking and 24 hour concierge. Available immediately.
£450 pw
Ontario Tower E14 A stunning studio suite situated on the eighth floor of the popular Ontario Tower development. The apartment is offered fully furnished and comprises luxury Italian marble shower room, fitted kitchen, sleeping, dining area and views towards the river. Other benefits include comfort cooling, 24 hour concierge, leisure facilities and health spa. Available immediately.
£280 pw
Streamlight Tower E14 A brand new two bedroom apartment located on the 21st floor and conveniently located for Blackwall DLR and Canary Wharf. The apartment has been fitted with a brand new furniture package and comprises reception with ceramic tiled flooring, open plan fitted kitchen, two luxury bathrooms, two double bedrooms and a large balcony. With stunning south facing views down the river towards Greenwich. Available now.
£465 pw 020 7519 5900 info@alanselby.co.uk www.alanselby.co.uk
Lettings Ability Place E14 Spacious two bedroom sub penthouse apartment situated on the 18th floor of this modern development. The apartment is offered fully furnished, with two luxury bathrooms, wood flooring, open plan fitted kitchen and south facing reception with floor to ceiling windows. A large wrap around balcony offers stunning views of the river, docks and Canary Wharf. Other benefits include secured parking, 24 hour concierge and leisure facilities. Available immediately.
£1000 pw
Lovegrove Walk E14 Located with Canary Wharf skyline views is this spacious 3/4 bedroom townhouse. Benefits include kitchen/diner, three double bedrooms and one single bedroom, two bathrooms, cloakroom, utility room, two balconies, patio garden overlooking dock, garage and off street parking. Properties of this scale and location are rarely available. Available from 7th May 2013.
£525 pw
West India Quay E14 One bedroom apartment for rent, located on the 18th floor of this exclusive Canary Wharf address. The apartment boasts glorious views across the dock and over canary wharf itself from both the reception and the bedroom. Beautifully appointed throughout offering wooden floors, a fully fitted open plan kitchen and a good sized double bedroom with fitted wardrobes. With allocated underground parking and available from 1st May 2013.
£475 pw
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Spectacular two double bedroom apartment in this popular Riverside development that benefits from a concierge. Fully furnished to an exceptional standard, the property boasts spacious living area with exquisite Italian marble floors. Fantastic way to relax admiring the river views from the private balcony after taking a dip in the Jacuzzi.
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Set within the heart of Wapping, this lovely three bedroom house is a tenants dream. Whether you like Spring walks along the canal, relaxing with a warm coffee and marina views in St Katharines Dock or being a short commute to the City night life, this property ticks all the right boxes.
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This authentic warehouse apartment comes with plenty warehouse charm and includes many original warehouse features. Spread over 1400sqft this three double bedroom apartment also includes a large terrace and two parking spaces. This unique apartment must be viewed to be fully appreciated.
This unique apartment comes with fabulous west facing River Thames views. With two large double bedrooms, a spacious living room and a huge river facing private terrace, this spectacular property also includes parking and a Share of Freehold.
CanaRy WhaRF 020 7987 6776
CanaRy WhaRF 020 7987 6776
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Franklyn James
E14 Naxos Building, Isle of Dogs
£1050 PW
E14 Hamilton House, Limehouse
£650 PW
Incredible two bedroom duplex penthouse. This property boasts two luxury bathrooms, a stylish fitted kitchen with integrated appliances and plenty of storage space throughout. There is also plenty of outside space including a river facing terrace and balcony. Perfect for summer 2013.
Impeccably furnished three double bedroom, three bathroom duplex apartment. The property comprises of a lovely lounge, separate dining area and a balcony overlooking the Limehouse Marina. The property comes with secure parking and Is located close to Limehouse DLR.
E14 The Landmark, Canary Wharf
E14 Ocean Wharf, Isle of Dogs
£595 PW
Breathtaking views of London can be thoroughly appreciated by taking occupancy of the 37th floor of the prestigious Landmark development. The property boasts floor to ceiling windows throughout as well a gorgeous fully integrated kitchen and two luxury bathrooms.
£440 PW
Impressive two double bedroom apartment set within the popular Ocean Wharf development. This property comes with allocated parking and has a private balcony with views of the River Thames, a bright and airy lounge, two bathroom suites and a modern integrated kitchen.
www.franklynjames.co.uk enquiries@franklynjames.co.uk
E14 Pan Peninsula, Canary Wharf
£639,950
An amazing two double bedroom apartment set within the prestigious Pan Peninsula tower. This well positioned apartment boasts two private balconies and an immaculate interior. Resident’s facilities include a gym, spa, pool, cinema room & a 50th floor cocktail bar.
E14 Andersens Wharf, Westferry
£339,950
Exceptionally large 1091sqft one bedroom apartment with the potential to convert into a two bedroom. This property is spacious throughout and boasts a Juliet balcony off lounge overlooking the Canal as well as a large communal roof terrace with City views.
Canary Wharf 020 7005 6080
Bow 020 8983 2930
Limehouse 020 7791 1777
Bow 020 8983 2930
Franklyn James Limehouse 020 7791 1777
Canary Wharf 020 7005 6080
homes & property
State of the market LONDON LEADS THE MARKET
Opportunity Knocks
JASON TAYLOR, SENIOR SALES MANAGER AT FRANKLYN
ALASDAIR CARPENTER, MANAGING DIRECTOR OF
JAMES ESTATE AGENTS, COMMENTS ON THE STATE OF
LOURDES ESTATE AGENTS, COMMENTS ON THE STATE OF
THE RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY MARKET
THE RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY MARKET
Historically, the London property market has always experienced strong demand from wealthy overseas buyers and consistently outperforms other parts of the country, with an annual price rise in some post codes of 12.4 per cent. Property prices in general are now ten per cent higher than at the peak of the market in 2007 and in some of the more desirable locations as much as 15 per cent. Up until now, outside of London low interest rates have helped support the value of houses and apartments, but the requirement of lenders for large deposits, together with waning consumer confidence, has stopped the housing market from picking up momentum from buyers who have smaller deposits. However, a new survey by the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors is predicting that the average house price could rise by about two per cent this year across the country. Of course, within the M25 London houses prices have risen to an annual change of 7.1 per cent according to Land Registry house price index which bases its figures on completions rather than property marketing prices. This will give any vendor or landlord a more accurate reflection of the prices being achieved. The property market is highly localized and has many micro markets within these local markets. This holds true in central London and other parts of the country. Franklyn James’ figures suggest that applicant numbers are still outweighing property listings which mean that for those vendors living in theses desirable postcodes it is a good time to take advantage of the market to achieve a premium price. If you are thinking of selling or letting your property in the near future please call in to one of our three offices where we will be delighted to advise on how your local market is preforming. n
As previously predicted the UK residential property market is gaining momentum and bouncing back. Mortgage lending to home buyers has registered its best start to the year since 2008 after lending in January was more than ten per cent higher than the same month just a year ago. The Council of Mortgage Lenders claims 38,300 loans were taken up by home buyers in January, totalling a value of £5.7bn. For the third consecutive month, first time buyers accounted for 42 per cent of all property purchase loans. This demonstrates a more willing attitude to supply mortgages to those wishing to get a foot on the property ladder. Over £2bn worth of mortgage funding was provide to first time buyers, some 24 per cent higher than a year ago. It was in fact the largest figure recorded in any January since 2008. House builders are also reporting a steady rise in demand, which can in part be credited to the governments £80bn funding for lending scheme. The steady increase in buy-to-let activity and the return of first time buyers mirrors forecasts released by many property market commentators earlier in the year. n
Franklyn James Estate Agents Docklands, Limehouse & Bow 020 7005 6080 www.franklynjames.co.uk
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Skyline Plaza, Commercial Road, E1
Pan Peninsula, South Quay, E14
• One double bedroom • Investment opportunity
• Larger than average • Thirty second floor
• Excellent location • Parking
EPC = C
£270,000
• High Specification • Five star facilities
EPC= B
£410,000
Arnhem Wharf, Westferry Road, E14
Blyth’s Wharf, Narrow Street, E14
• Two double bedrooms • Direct River view
• Freehold house • Direct River View
EPC = C
• Duplex apartment • Secure parking
£499,999
96 Three Colt Street, Limehouse, London, E14 8AP
EPC =B/C
• Rare opportunity • Sought after location
£1,750,000
lourdes-estates.com 020 7538 9250
Whiteadder Way, Isle of Dogs, E14
New Providence Wharf, Canary Wharf, E14
• One bedroom apartment • Fully furnished
• One bedroom • River views
EPC = D
• Dock views • Private balcony
£265 per week
Dunbar Wharf, Narrow Street, E14 • Two double bedrooms • Two bathrooms
EPC = C
• Private balcony • River views
£525 per week
• Resident’s spa & pool • 24 hour concierge
£365 per week
EPC = C
Dundee Wharf, Limehouse, E14 • Two bedrooms • Two bathrooms
EPC = C
• Fully furnished • Resident’s gymnasium
£525 per week enquiries@lourdes-estates.com
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CLEVE, CAmDEN PARK ROAD, CHISLEHURSt BR7 Cleve occupies an elevated position on an exclusive private gated road with fantastic views across Chislehurst Golf Course. This stunning contemporary family home with spectacular double height spaces, dynamic views to the gardens and with an outstanding amount of natural light, was achieved following extensive design development and the complete refurbishment and remodelling of a 7000 sq ft property. Energy Efficiency Rating C.
ÂŁ3,250,000 F/H Please contact our Chislehurst office for more information: Tel: 020 8295 4900 Email: chislehurst@langfordrussell.co.uk
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RINGfIELD COttAGE, mAIN ROAD, KNOCKHOLt tN14 A brand new five bedroom detached home set behind a walled entrance with automated gates. Over 4855 sq ft of accommodation designed to maximize light and space and featuring a glass atrium over a galleried landing. Well balanced, versatile and perfectly suited for family life and entertaining. Three spacious reception rooms and a beautifully appointed kitchen/breakfast room with orangery. Five bedrooms/five bathrooms, including a luxurious master suite with walk in dressing room.
ÂŁ1,750,000 F/H Please contact our Locksbottom office for more information: Tel: 01689 882 988 Email: locksbottom@langfordrussell.co.uk
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BELLA HOUSE MEADOW WAY, FARNBOROUGH PARK
Bella House is a five bedroom, five bathroom, contemporary home which has been completely remodelled to provide exceptional accommodation, designed around family living and entertaining. Located on Meadow Way on the private Farnborough Park Estate, Bella House occupies an extensive, South Easterly facing plot approaching a third of an acre with a 35 ft heated swimming pool and self contained pool house.
Full details available on request. Available to buy now ÂŁ1,895,000 To book an appointment to view contact bellahouse@uniquepropertiesuk.com www.langfordrussell.co.uk
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Sanderling Lodge, Wapping E1W
Swedenborg Gardens, London E1
Price: £1,495,000 Leasehold
£449,995 Freehold
Woodbridge Road, Barking 1G11
Hermitage Court, London E1W
Price: £425,000
Rental Price: £450 PW
Codling Close, London E1W
Portland Place, London W1B
Rental Price: £230 PW
Rental Price: £895 PW
Wapping’s most prestigious St Katharine’s Dock location. 2 double bedroom apartment offers fantastic water views from this 4th floor luxurious modern development boasting a south facing balcony.
4 Bedroom House plus study, Fitted kitchen. Garden. Garage. Must be viewed.
Studio modern apartment within this sought after West Wapping location. Kitchen. Bathroom. Situated close to the City. Liverpool Street is approx 15. Mins away via the 100 bus. ‘Waitrose’ is nearby.
Fantastic opportunity to purchase this 4 bedroom house. Offering a fitted kitchen, reception with patio doors leading to a south/ west facing lawn garden, ground floor cloakroom and first floor bathroom.
Spacious 2 double bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment situated within this secure, porterage development. Offers a fitted kitchen, reception room and it’s own terrace overlooking a communal courtyard.
Sizeable (1022sq ft/95m2) west facing two bed flat with double reception room/dining room, large master bedroom (& second double bedroom) in a wonderful position just south of Regent’s Park.
ea2 Estate Agency Heritage Court | 8-10 Sampson Street | Wapping | London E1W 1NA t: 020 7702 3456 | f: 020 7702 9168 www.ea2.co.uk | property@ea2group.com
Cinnabar Wharf Central , LONDON E1W Close to the historic St Katharine’s Docks is this fabulous riverside 3 double bedroom apartment, situated within one of Wapping’s most prestigious and sought after luxury developments. Offering an open plan kitchen, reception, 2 bathrooms, secure underground parking and a terrace overlooking the River Thames. 24 hour concierge and within easy access to the City and Canary Wharf. ‘Waitrose’ supermarket is nearby. A prompt viewing is recommended to avoid disappointment.
£1,349,000 Leasehold
ea2 Estate Agency Heritage Court | 8-10 Sampson Street | Wapping | London E1W 1NA t: 020 7702 3456 | f: 020 7702 9168 www.ea2.co.uk | property@ea2group.com
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Hong Kong Level 17, AON China Building 29 Queen’s Road Central Central, Hong Kong
T: (852) 3978 2670 E: carolina.molines@henrywiltshire.com.hk
enquiries@henrywiltshire.co.uk www.henrywiltshire.co.uk 020 7001 9160
Westfield House, Hertfordshire
£1,850,000
This Grade II* country residence offers spectacular views across the open Hertfordshire countryside. The property boasts an abundance of space and character incorporating a bespoke kitchen with Aga, adjoining an open plan breakfast area and Westbury conservatory. With 4 further reception rooms, master bedroom with en-suite and dressing room, 4 further bedrooms 2 with en-suites.
Baltimore Wharf, Canary Wharf, E14
£650 per week
This two bedroom, two bathroom apartment in a modern living development consists of 24 hour concierge, gymnasium and swimming pool. The apartment is on the 10th floor with two balconies overlooking the dock and river. It is a contemporary design with top quality fittings and furnishing. Close to local shops, bars and restaurants and Crossharbour DLR station. Available now.
Henry Wiltshire Estate Agents 1 – 2 Laybourne House, Admirals Way, London, E14 9UH
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VA N E T P R O P E R T Y A S S E T M A N A G E M E N T 3 7 b M i l l h ar b o u r , A b i l i ty P l a c e Canary W h ar f, Lon d on , E 1 4 9 T X “The first thing we build is trust”
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1 Bed, 1 Bath Brand New Furniture Floor to Ceiling Windows Stunning River Views Close to Local Amenities Great Transport Links Royal Victoria, E16
Antonine Heights - £360,000
Ability Place - £295,000
Millharbour - £485,000
1 Bed, 1 Bath • Balcony • Close To London • Bridge Station • Fully Furnished • Integrated Kitchen Appliances • Great Transport Links • Bermondsey, SE1
Studio Flat • Fully Furnished • Leisure Facilities • 24-Hour Concierge • Wooden Flooring • Excellent Transport Links • Canary Wharf, E14
2 Bed, 2 Bath • 3rd Floor • 24-Hour Concierge • Sizeable Balcony • Modern Furnishings • Parking Space • Canary Wharf, E14
New Providence Wharf – £309,995
Royal Docks Apartments - £280,500
Gordon Court - £450,000
1 Bed, 1 Bath • Balcony with River Views • Fully Furnished • Leisure Facilities • 24Hour Concierge • Close to DLR Station • Canary Wharf, E14
2 Bed, 2 Bath • New Build Development • Buy-to-let / Tenant Secured • Balcony • Concierge Service • Gym Facilities • Royal Docks, E16
2 Bed, 2 Bath • Fully Furnished • Private Balcony • Parking Space • Communal Gardens & Driveway • Integrated Kitchen Appliances • Wimbledon, SW20
Tel: +44 (0) 207 042 0032 fa x : + 4 4 ( 0 ) 2 0 7 6 8 1 3 3 6 8 info@vanet.uk.com w w w. v a n e t . u k . c o m
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Celestial House - £500 pw
Moore House – £390 pw
Dovecote House - £435 pw
3 Bed, 2 Bath • Brand New Development • 24-Hour Concierge • 2 Private Balconies • 2nd Floor • Excellent Location • Poplar, E14
2 Bed, 2 Bath • Wrap Around Balcony • Leisure Facilities • Fully Furnished • Parking Space • Concierge Service • Canary Wharf, E14
2 Bed, 2 Bath • Water Gardens Square • Gated Development • Fully Furnished • Integrated Kitchen Appliances • Great Transport Links • Canada Water, SE16
Ontario Tower - £305 pw
Constable House - £290 pw
Whatman House - £295 pw
Luxury Studio Flat • 11th Floor • Riverside Development • 24 Hours Concierge • Fully Furnished • On-site Leisure Facilities • Canary Wharf, E14
1 Bed, 1 Bath • Secure Development • 24-Hour Concierge • On-site Leisure Facilities • Modern Integrated Appliances • Fully Furnished • Canary Wharf, E14
1 Bed, 1 Bath • Fully Furnished • Close to Local Amenities • Great Transport Links • Wooden Flooring • Fully Fitted Kitchen • Poplar, E14
Ti me s S q u a r e - £ 4 6 5 p w · · · · · · ·
2 Bed, 2 Bath Fully Furnished City Quarter Development Balcony 24-Hour Concierge Communal Water Gardens Tower Hill, E1
FIELD & SONS Surveyors, Valuers & Estate Agents Est. 1804
Langdon House E14 Two bedroom ex-la flat, in need of modernisation. No onward chain. £177,500 Leasehold
Kelday Heights, E1 One bedroom flat, close to transport, furnished. Available 15th April. £280 per week Furnished
Western Beach, E16 Two bedroom two bathroom flat, dock views. No onward chain. £359,950 Leasehold
Crown Place, SE16 Two bedroom split-level apartment of approx. 1200 sq ft. No onward chain. £319,950 Leasehold
East India Dock Road, E14 Three bedroom maisonette, ideal for sharers. Available now. £390 per week Furnished
Troon Street, E14 One bedroom pub conversion, excellent condition. Available now. £300 per week Furnished
City & East Office 020 7790 9832
Canary Wharf Office 020 7790 1111
www.fieldandsons.co.uk
London’s Oldest Independent Estate Agents London’s Oldest Independent Estate Agents
Lettings Lettings 020 7790 1111
020 7790 1111
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D CE DU RE £325 pw
Reservoir Studios, Cable Street, E1
The Mission Building, Commercial Road, E14
£375 pw
Ionian Building, Mosaic, E14
• Two bedroom apartment • Refurbished to high standards • Circa 836 sq ft on third floor • Close To Limehouse Station
• Two bedroom apartment • Refurbished to high standards • Circa 836 sq ft on third floor • Close To Limehouse Station
• Two bedroom apartment • Second floor with balcony • Circa 862 square feet • Close to Limehouse Station
Contact Carter Graham on 020 7791 9645
Contact Aziza Shah on 020 7791 9646
Contact Kim Jong on 020 7791 9833
£370 pw
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Kidbrooke Park Road, Greenwich, SE10
Belgrave Court, Canary Riverside, E14
• One bedroom apartment • First floor with parking • Close to Greenwich Park • Excellent transport links
• Two bedroom apartment • Ground floor with river views • Furnished with secure parking • Circa 1,292 Square Feet
• Two bedroom apartment • Fourth floor with terrace • Direct river views • Available now
Contact Carter Graham on 020 7791 9645
Contact Taru Dave on 020 7791 9649
Contact Julian Jarvis on 020 7791 9641
Sunny Dale Road, Blackheath, SE12
£370 PW
Westcombe Park Road, Greenwich, SE10
£649 pw
£692 PW
Berkeley Tower, Canary Riverside, E14
Union, St Andrews Wharf, E3
• Three bedroom house • 839 sq ft with rear garden • Close to Greenwich Park • Excellent transport links
• Four bedroom house • 1,364 sq ft over three storeys • Large rear garden with patio • Close to Greenwich Park
• One bedroom apartment • First floor with balcony • Property circa 598 sq ft • Open plan living space
Contact Terence Merrifield on 020 7791 9640
Contact Kim Jong on 020 7791 9831
Contact Taru Dave on 020 7791 9649
www.RIVERHABITAT.co.uk The Suite LG, 655 Commercial Road, Limehouse, London, E14 7LW Tel: 020 7791 9830 Email: info@riverhabitat.co.uk
£649 pw
£230,000
Hays Galleria Apartments Battlebridge Lane London SE1 A rare opportunity to live in one of London’s most historic addresses. Located adjacent to London Bridge Station and on the banks of the River Thames, Hays Galleria is one of London’s most impressive and vibrant mixed use developments. The apartments benefit from a host of retail outlets, restaurants and café’s on their doorstep. The development, along with 24 hour security and a Day Concierge service, has easy access to The City, Canary Wharf, The West End as well as the restaurants, bars, café’s and shops of London Bridge, Bermondsey Street, Borough High Street and Shad Thames. Available now on a furnished basis.
1 bedroom apartments from £450 per week 2 bedroom apartments & 2 bedroom duplexes from £715 per week
112 Bermondsey Street, London, SE1 3TX Tel 020 7378 0644 info@madleyproperty.com www.madleyproperty.com
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stunning Grade II listed Georgian terraced house thought to have been built around 1823 has become available. With views over the garden square to All Saints Church, this well-appointed house is set over five floors and comprises five bedrooms, three bathrooms, reception rooms, a kitchen, dining room, conservatory and private walled garden. To the rear of the garden is situated a further outbuilding which would make a fantastic artist’s studio. The property offers a wealth of internal square footage which makes this an extremely flexible house with potential for a selfcontained flat at basement level. Throughout the property, original features include high ceilings, original sash windows including their wooden shutters, wooden floor boards and multiple fireplaces. Mountague Place is located on All Saints Churchyard near to Canary Wharf and transport links at All Saints DLR station. n
Mountague Place, E14 ÂŁ958,000 FREEHOLD Knight Frank Canary Wharf www.knightfrank.co.uk/canary-wharf
020 7512 9966 145
Your reward for all the late nights in the office.
Directly on the riverfront in the heart of the new Nine Elms on the South Bank district Within walking distance from Vauxhall Underground Station, Zone 1 and well connected to the West End and City Designed by world renowned architects Rogers Stirk Harbour + Partners An exclusive collection of suites, 1, 2 & 3 bedroom apartments and penthouses Private residents' club featuring a lounge, library, gym, indoor pool, spa, cinema and virtual golf centre
In the last 10 years, the Berkeley Group has created 436 acres of public space.
Including a forthcoming 3 acres here at Riverlight. Our Vision. Your Future.
Call to book an appointment 020 7870 9620
www.riverlightlondon.co.uk
Proud to be a member of the Berkeley Group of companies
In line with our policy of continuous improvement we reserve the right to alter the layout, building style, landscaping and specification at any time without notice. Computer-generated images are indicative only, subject to planning
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Apartments from £900,000 to £15,000,000. Located just 5 minutes’ walk from Oxford Circus.* 020 7323 1077
www.fitzroyplace.com
*Prices correct at time of going to press. Distances sourced by walkit.com.
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edchurch Lofts, by Neptune Group, is an exclusive development in the heart of vibrant Shoreditch. Located opposite Shoreditch House and comprising of just nine loft apartments, this development offers luxury living within London’s most fashionable and fascinating locale. Located just to the north of the City of London, Farringdon, Clerkenwell and Shoreditch once used to be exclusively commercial areas packed with industrial units and warehouses. Today an influx of creatives, media professionals and web technologists has transformed the city fringes into the capital’s most upwardly mobile addresses, increasingly populated by wealthy young professionals. The apartments are designed to the highest specification with bespoke kitchens, oak floors and sleek bathroom suites, as well as balconies and added features such as walk-in wardrobes. Examples of this can be seen in the show apartment which will be available soon. Construction is well underway and completion is scheduled for May 2013. n
REDCHURCH STREET, E2 1 bedroom loft apartments from
£799,995 LEASEHOLD 2 bedroom loft apartments from
£899,950 LEASEHOLD Alan Selby & Partners www.alanselby.co.uk / www.redchurchlofts.com
020 7519 5900 150
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AGENT SPEAK THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE CITY Richard Pine-Coffin, director of residential at Jones Lang LaSalle, comments on the state of the residential property market
London has witnessed a phenomenal start to the year and the Jones Lang LaSalle residential team transacted ÂŁ1bn worth of sales in the first quarter. Whilst the significant demand is partly driven by the overseas investor market, we have also witnessed an increase in domestic purchasers both for owner occupation and investment. Fundamentally London has an undersupply of housing, an expanding population, the fastest growing economy in the UK and worldwide appeal. Although housing delivery in London is on the rise and the recent budget seeks to address the market disparities, it is considered insufficient; we expect demand and supply pressures to continue to build over the coming years, leading to price increases across the region. The City has in particular, has become a vibrant destination of choice for mixed use urban-living for both financial professionals
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and creatives alike. The area has witnessed heightened development activity which is energising the residential market, but compared to other London areas, the City market can be viewed as immature. There have been a comparatively limited number of residential schemes developed over the past ten years. Unsurprisingly, international purchasers have been active with the higher-end developments in this area, but domestic demand is also prevalent. Mid-level city employees like the convenience of City living, especially in fringe-city locations where pricing is more affordable. These characteristics have also enticed investors, especially given the escalating rental demand driving prices typically now in the region to ÂŁ1,000 per sqft. Moreover, a number of notable exceptions generate considerably in excess of this figure. Residential planning applications within the City have increased recently however the potential pipeline does not appear large. The City Corporation is likely to be given exemption from the recently announced relaxation of planning rules so is unlikely to be bolstered by office-to-residential conversions. The City pipeline consequently looks set to remain constrained against an ever increasing demand. n
the lifestyle quarter Launching Thursday 18th April, register now for more information Greenwich Square is an exciting high quality new residential address created around a landscaped public square and convenience facilities. • High specification one, two and three bedroom apartments available. • Balconies with views towards Canary Wharf and the O2 or across the new public square. • On-site cafés, restaurants, retail and a new leisure centre. • Short walk to Maze Hill station with direct trains to London Bridge in 11 minutes. Prices from £260,000 Greenwich Square Marketing Suite 100 Vanbrugh Hill, London SE10 9FT
Call 0800 077 8177 greenwichsquare-london.com Prices are correct at the time of going to press. Computer generated images/photography is for illustrative purposes only. Travel time source: www.tfl.gov.uk All apartments within the first release have a predicted Energy Efficiency Rating ranging between 83-88 (B) on the Predicted Energy Assessments (PEAs).
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t Greenwich Creekside owners can enjoy living in one of London’s most historic locations, with all the comfort and convenience of a contemporary home. Situated within walking distance of Cutty Sark and Greenwich DLR stations, these stylish apartments are less than nine minutes from one of the capital’s key financial districts, Canary Wharf, and have proved extremely popular with professionals based there. Over 90 per cent of apartments at Greenwich Creekside have already been sold so prospective buyers will have to move quickly to secure one of the 14 three-bedroom apartments that remain for sale. Those who do reserve one of the properties now will gain an additional parking space free and a years’ complimentary membership to the on-site Meridian Fitness Gymnasium. Designed by internationally respected architects Squire and Partners, the homes at Greenwich Creekside combine stylish and modern architecture with well-appointed interiors. Each home comes fully fitted with the highest quality fixtures and fittings, from Smeg appliances and Urban Myth kitchens to Roca bathrooms. Residents also have the benefit of a 24-hr concierge service, secured basement car parking, bicycle storage and superior security systems along with an on-site nursery located in the ground floor of the development. With rental yields of up to 6.6 per cent, the homes at Greenwich Creekside are proving popular with investors as well as owner/occupiers. n
1 LITTLE THAMES WALK, SE8 FROM £429,995 LEASEHOLD Telford Homes www.greenwichcreekside.com
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Three great reasons to buy your new 3 bedroom apartment in Greenwich RESERVE NOW - GET AN ADDITIONAL PARKING SPACE FREE* RECEIVE A YEAR’S COMPLIMENTARY MEMBERSHIP TO THE ONSITE MERIDIAN GYMNASIUM* RENTAL YIELDS IN EXCESS OF 6%*
Apartments with fantastic rental opportunities or the ideal place to make your home • 3 bedroom apartments with a high internal specification • Great services and facilities including a 24 hour concierge service, gymnasium and crèche • All apartments have parking included • Close to the heart of maritime Greenwich with breath-taking City, Thames or Canary Wharf views • Cutty Sark DLR & Greenwich mainline station under 10 minutes walk; rapid access to Canary Wharf or London Bridge • Homes ready for move-in now
Prices from
£429,995†
Sales Centre open: Mon-Sat 10am-6pm • Sun 11am-5pm
020 3538 8344 www.greenwichcreekside.com †Prices correct at time of going to press. Photographs depict The Vertex Tower external and show apartment interior. *Terms and conditions apply. Please ask the Sales Team for more information.
Selling Agents:
HIRSH L O N D O N
REFLECTION COLLECTION HANDMADE IN PLATINUM
Famous For Engagement Rings
www.hirshlondon.com
WEST END 56-57 BURLINGTON ARCADE W1J 0QN - T +44 (0)20 7499 6814 - CITY 9 HATTON GARDEN EC1N 8AH - T +44 (0)20 7831 3333
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