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The distorting lens of the pandemic
Network of Architecture’s entire
family and the place where the project unfolds.
Reality check: The Landlord Dream of a property that requires minimal upkeep and slowly appreciates in value while you pay off the mortgage and earn a little sweetener every month takes work.
26 Interior Design
32 Seller's Guide
Mirror mirror on the wall, who has the best taste of them all?
A foot firmly on the ladder.
Finding Balance
Soprabolzano
FINDING BALANCE project takes life from its many has led to a more interesting
34 Showcase Highlighting recent renovations and refurbishments carried out by London's finest developers and designers.
10 Brikolage
16 Power of the Curve We shy away from more curvy elements. The reason for this is because of a few factors...
20 Pretty Little Things
22 Buyer's Guide
29 Home Tech
We’re all about the tortoises, not the hares.
Home theatre dialed up to 11.
36 Property Gallery
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Contributors
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JOSH WOODFIN Property Journalist
MARC DA SILVA Property Journalist
ROSS MURPHY Capricorn Financial
Josh Woodfin is a writer and editor with nearly 10 years' experience including credits with the Guardian, House, Esquire, and numerous other high-profile magazines and websites. His interests include antique maps, cooking with fish, and post-apocalyptic thrillers. He once beat Usain Bolt in a race... with an 80-metre head start.
Property journalist, Marc Da Silva, has an encyclopedic knowledge of all things property having written for a range of publications, including the Daily Mail, Daily Express, Sunday Business Post and A Place in the Sun, amongst others.
Ross is one of the Senior Advisers & Team Leaders with CFC, where he has worked since graduating from University of Manchester in 2010. Since 2014, Ross has been consistently ranked in the Top-2 Advisers in the UK by volume of lending PA.
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PROPERTY MARKET
Finding balance It’s been a rollercoaster, and it’s not quite done yet.
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Families reassessing their priorities made moves to leave cities for rural and coastal towns in search of more space, which, in tangent with the stamp duty holiday lead to (that word again) unprecedented increases in purchases as buyers on the market far outstripped available stock. Lightning-fast sales and even the return of gazumping meant house buyers in 2020 and 2021 need to have nerves of steel and hold their course for as long as their budgets allowed. But as the pandemic shifts into what is, truly, hopefully, the end game,
We expect average house prices to increase by 3%,’ continued the report, ‘down from an annual growth rate of 6% at the end of 2021. According to a survey from Zoopla at the end of 2021, around 22% of people currently want to move in the UK, which is significantly higher than the usual 5% in a normal market. And it’s not just Londoners seeking more space either. There are moves between cities, urban to rural, and, yes, movement from the country to the cities. As Zoopla states in its report from the tail end of last year: ‘housing remains affordable in many markets and competition amongst lenders will remain intense, even if
mortgage rates increase. Continued scarcity of homes for sale will remain well into 2022 in our view, supporting headline price inflation. In addition, our analysis shows that the impact of the pandemic on home-buying decisions has further to run. This will be supported by the scale of the financial gains homeowners have seen in the value of their homes since 2020 which will bring sellers into the market.’ It’s that last sentence that piqued our interest. Since the pandemic sent the property world into flux, it’s been the buyers with the best financial clout and ability to move quickly that have largely won out. But behind the scenes, other property owners with less of a burning desire to move have been quietly seeing the price of the properties increase. These upwards ticks were fast in 2020 and 2021, but are now beginning to slow down.
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he pandemic (and subsequent stamp duty holiday) combined over the last two years to create a totally unique property market both in London and the rest f the UK.
will the property market follow suit in 2022 and find some kind of equilibrium? Let’s investigate.
Four Factors Driving London Prices
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After a hiatus coinciding with more conservative lending through the pandemic, low-deposit mortgages especially appealing to first-time homebuyers made a reappearance from April 2021. Many were able to take advantage of both the lowdeposit mortgages alongside the stamp duty holiday.
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During the lockdowns, the ‘stay home’ guidance led to much mulling over what’s desired in a home. With the ‘threat’ of being homebound and potentially even working from home for an extended period, people – especially families – sought out more spacious homes with larger areas. Many more spacious homes withgarden larger garden areas.invested more into their residence driving building prices and ultimatley improving housing stock and increasing prices.
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‘We expect average house prices to increase by 3%,’ continued the report, ‘down from an annual growth rate of 6% at the end of 2021. The upward momentum in prices over 2020 and 2021 has been created by the initial impact of the pandemic and artificial stamp duty holiday deadlines over 2021 - factors that will not repeat themselves in 2022.’
The pandemic has accelerated the closing of the house price gap between London and the rest of the country. Even so, we still expect London to underperform the rest of the country until 2024, when the cycle is likely to end.
Looking specifically at London, some agencies believe prime central and prime outer London (including Fulham and Parsons Green) may see renewed interest and growth as buyers with larger budgets look to pick up a bargain. Other areas of London may experience a more modest increase of just 2% next year, and only 5.6% over the next five years, according to the Evening Standard. “The pandemic has accelerated the closing of the house price gap between London and the rest of the country. Even so, we still expect London to underperform the rest of the country until 2024, when the cycle is likely to end,” Aneisha Beveridge, head of research at Hamptons told City A.M. While we will see a degree of leveling up over the next few years, the gap between house prices in the capital
and the other regions is likely to be wider than that seen at the end of the previous cycle in 2007.” One thing we can be certain of in the future is that those with the budgets to seek more space both inside and outside will be willing to pay a premium for it. Even if the finer details of those prices are still a little up in the air. And for better or worse, the genie is out of the bottle when it comes to working from home, with many ditching the office for good, alongside another large group who’ll have the option of flexible working. So the demand for airy, family homes with long gardens and access to great schools and green spaces, like many of the homes you find in South West London, will remain. But the bargaining chips may just change hands between buyers and sellers a few more times yet.
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If these predictions play out, it could mean that as price increases slow down, homeowners may decide to sell up to capitalise while the going’s good. This would mean an
increase in housing stock entering the market, which may, in turn, help buyers unlock a bit more flexibility as sellers find themselves with a bit more bargaining power.
NEWS & INTERESTS
Brikolage. HOSPITALITY CENTER ARCHITECTURE Russia
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One of the most important problems of modern architecture in Russia is considered the lack of identity. Nowadays, Russian architects often imitate contemporary colleagues from other countries. As a result, national identity is completely absent in the newly created environment. New objects, erected even in an open field, have also been designed for several decades without realizing that they belong to the national culture. The architects of the Moscow bureau Megabudka carried out research and, as a result, developed their own vision of the New Russian Style.
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SURREALISM BEYOND BORDERS
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EXHIBITION The pandemic was the proverbial cat amongst the pigeons. Masses of cheap finance and towering debt has been a boon for the market over the years. Though now as inflation has started to run rampant the position is starting to look untennable. Throw in the effects of Covid on the economy and you have a scatter of new economic and social forces all acting upon one another. So far in some sort of harmonic stability. But for how long it's difficult to say?
24th Feb 2022 to 29th Aug 2022 This landmark exhibition will rewrite the history of the revolutionary art movement. Surrealism is not a style – but a state of mind. It aims to subvert reality. To find the uncanny in the everyday. To tap into our unconscious desires and bring dreams to life.
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This ceramic smart ring is both a convenience and a conversationstarter. You can use it to pay contactlessly in shops and on public transport, thanks to the embedded NFC chip. Tap it at the checkout to pay like a contactless debit or credit card or an Oyster card. Like those cards, it doesn’t require its own source of power. It’s smart yet simple. This means it never needs charging and it’s completely waterproof. It’s scratchproof too. We’re used to the idea that NFC in smartphones or smart watches can be used for payments, if your bank offers it, but RingPay is an entirely different level of convenience because it’s right there on your hand. It feels a bit magical. The ring comes in either black or white. It has a metallic, dark grey finish reminiscent of haematite which helps it pass as jewellery.
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MINIMALIST WATCHES FASHION
Wrist watches are no longer needed to tell time. Most of us have several devices on us that play that role. One might have imagined that this would lead to the death of the watch, yet the opposite is true. Now that the watch is predominantly a time-telling bracelet, it has a heightened role as a status symbol, an investment piece, and above all, an expression of an individual’s style and preferences.
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Inspiration Transmission Network of Architecture SOPRABOLZANO, ITALY
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etwork of Architecture’s entire project takes life from its many sophisticated details and stories, which always revolve around the family and the place where the project unfolds. For example, wood from the farm’s own woods was used. The renewable raw material makes the architecture accessible and underscores its vitality through the projections and recesses that create exciting shadows. Guests enter the building
through an entrance portal made of black steel, which bears the family’s old coat of arms from 1464 on the outside Stepping through the steel front door through the entrance area, one experiences an intense and extraordinary breakthrough, an immersion into something that atmospherically represents the future – because the entire interior is characterized by a colorful, horizontal dichotomy.
LANDLORD’S GUIDE
Landlord's Guide Maximising your taxes
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reality check: The Landlord Dream of a property that requires minimal upkeep and slowly appreciates in value while you pay off the mortgage and earn a little sweetener every month takes work. And while we can’t help you with your tenants, we can offer a whistlestop guide to managing your money (and specifically your taxes) as a landlord.
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Stamp Duty If you’re looking to get into the landlord game, just like with a residential property you’ll be required to pay Stamp Duty on your purchase. Now the Stamp Duty holiday is over, Buy to Let properties are back to the tiered structure, with a percentage payable between 0% and 15% depending on the price of the property. Heads up: you must send an SDLT (Stamp Duty Land Tax) return to HMRC and pay your
SDLT within 14 days of completing the purchase. Your solicitor, agent or conveyancer can do this on your behalf, or you can file a return and pay the tax yourself. Income Tax The good news: in the 2021 Budget, Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced a small rise in April 2021, after which income tax thresholds are frozen until 2026. The less good news is that you still have to pay it! Landlords are entitled to a £1000 tax free allowance. So if you make less than £1k a year, you don’t have to pay HMRC. If you make between £2,500 and £9,999 after expenses, or over £10,000 before allowable expenses, you’ll need to complete a self-assessment tax return and may have to pay income tax. You also might need to pay Class 2 National Insurance if you reach a certain threshold, being a landlord is your primary job, or you rent more than one property. Capital Gains Tax If you’re thinking of selling up and getting out of the game, you may be liable to pay Capital Gains Tax if
your rental property has gone up in value. From 6 April 2020, the annual exempt amount for individuals and personal representatives increased from £12,000 to £12,300, a lot lower than the feared 40% increase for the highest taxpayers. The level of capital gains tax is different to basic rate taxpayers and is currently at 28% for higher and additional rate taxpayers.
If you make between £2,500 and £9,999 after expenses, or over £10,000 before allowable expenses, you’ll need to complete a selfassessment tax return and may have to pay income tax. Corporation tax If being a landlord is your primary business, you’ll need to pay corporation tax, rather than income tax and capital gains tax. The current rate you’ll pay is 19% but
that’s set to rise in 2023 to 25%. If that’sgoset to rise 2023 to 25%. you down theinbusiness route,If you go down the business route, rather than staying as a private rather than staying as a private individual, you’ll need to register for individual, you’ll need to register for corporation tax, file a corporation corporation tax,the filetax a corporation tax return, pay or report that tax return, pay the taxwith or report you have none. Also, a fewthat you have none. Also, with a few exceptions, you’ll need to pay any exceptions, you’ll need to pay tax software that’s compatible any with tax software that’snew(ish) compatible with the government’s Making the government’s new(ish) Making Tax Digital rules. But you can find Tax Digital rules. But you can find comprehensive guides from HMRC. comprehensive guides from HMRC.
Expenses Expenses One of life’s big questions: what One of life’s big questions: what exactly qualifies as an expense? exactly qualifies as an expense? Much like the rules you have at Much when like the rules you have at work, it comes to property LANDLORD’S work, are when it comes to property there plenty ofGUIDE nuances. The there are plenty of nuances. The good news is HMRC provides a good news is HMRC provides a comprehensive list of the things comprehensive list of the things residential landlords can claim as residential which landlords claim as expenses, are can all connected expenses, which are all connected to the day-to-day maintenance of to the day-to-day maintenance of your property. These include: letting your property. These include: letting Maximising your taxes
agents’ fees, legal fees for lets of a agents’ fees,or legal fees for lets of a year or less, for renewing a lease year or less, or for renewing a lease for less than 50 years, accountants’ for less than 50 fees, council tax,years, utility accountants’ bills and fees, council tax, bills maintenance andutility repairs toand the maintenance andifrepairs property, but not they’reto the property, but not if they’re new improvements. new improvements.
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value. From 6 April 2020, the annual exempt amount for individuals and personal representatives increased from £12,000 to £12,300, a lot lower than the feared 40% increase for the highest taxpayers. The level of capital gains tax is different to basic rate taxpayers and is currently at 28% for higher and additional rate taxpayers.
Income Tax The good news: in the 2021 Budget, Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced a small rise in April 2021, after which income tax thresholds are frozen until 2026. The less good news is that you still have to pay it! If you make between Landlords are entitled to a £1000 £2,500 and £9,999 tax free allowance. So if you make after expenses, less than £1k a year, you don’t have to pay HMRC. If you make between or over £10,000 £2,500 and £9,999 after expenses, before allowable or over £10,000 before allowable expenses, you’ll need expenses, you’ll need to complete a Stamp Duty self-assessment tax return and may to complete a selfIf you’re looking to get into the have to pay income tax. You also landlord game, just like with a assessment tax return might need to pay Class 2 National residential property you’ll be and may have to pay Insurance if you reach a certain required to pay Stamp Duty on your threshold, being a landlord is your income tax. purchase. Now the Stamp Duty primary job, or you rent more than holiday is over, Buy to Let properties 2018 structure, with 2019 2020 2021 2022 2024 Corporation2023 tax one property. are back to the tiered 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 is your primary 2024 If being a landlord a percentage payable between 0% Payments on Account Capital Gains Tax Worst projected year for you’ll need to pay business, and 15% dependingPayments on the price of Landlord Cashflow on Account Worst projected year for January & July corporation tax, rather than income If you’re thinking of selling up andLandlord Cashflow the property. HeadsJanuary up: you&must July tax and capital gains tax. The getting out of the game, you may Balancing Payment send an SDLT (Stamp Duty Land Balancing Payment be liable to pay Capital Gains Tax if current rate you’ll pay is 19% but Tax) return to HMRCJanuary and pay your reality check: The Landlord Dream of a property that requires minimal upkeep and slowly appreciates in value while you pay off the mortgage and earn a little sweetener every month takes work. And while we can’t help you with your tenants, we can offer a whistlestop guide to managing your money (and specifically your taxes) as a landlord. Income Income TaxTax
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the purchase. Your solicitor, agent or conveyancer can do this on your behalf, or you can file a return and pay the tax yourself.
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orizontal, vertical or diagonal lines are most commonly used in construction and interior design. Interestingly, by default, we tend to gravitate towards straight lines and shy away from more curvy elements. The reason for this is because of a few factors:
History of line Throughout history, the basic vocabulary for architecture and interiors has always been square or rectangular, apart from the imaginative one-off skyscrapers in London or the Far East. So we could ask, why not more curves? The reason - most of all is the cost, in any aspect of production and of planning. Curves do not conform to a grid so they take up more space. We need lines to define an area, to give height, width, depth, and
a visual ending. Straight lines and angles delineate, expand and state boundaries; they tell us that this is the default expectation. Horizontal lines evoke stability, grounding and direction. Vertical lines are associated with strength, balance and elevation. Curves more interestingly are humanising, organic, playful, suggest movement, are easy on the eyes, thought-provoking and soothing. When a space feels heavy, curved lines can soften.
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A room isn't a room unless it's square or rectangular. It's a misconception to think that all rooms should have straight edges, angles and strongly defined within a grid, and it's wrong to believe that round or curved rooms and their expected furnishings should be awkward to furnish. Decoratively, curves and lines make perfect partners. Let's be clear that there are no rules that you have to team lines with lines and curves with curves. When confronting interior design
dilemmas, it is most likely that the structural canvas of a room will be linear, so by introducing curvacious elements in furniture or accessories we are suggesting interest and movement. Here's how to apply it. The starting point for inspiration would begin with architecture and our surroundings. An arched window or waved wall, an undulating landscape outside. Interiorly, it's more difficult to introduce some curves, if not already present, for example, introducing some roundness found in furniture or accessories is the way to go. A turned leg, vase, scrolled lamp, patterned fabrics and mixed with elements of the room structure are the perfect way to combine. The trick is to
bounce the curves back and forth to achieve good proportion and space. In dining rooms: oval tables are great 'balancers' for a room when space is premium and look far more interesting. Plants and other natural materials are excellent starting points of inspiration and any evidence of curve – use it!
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Imagine a room that contains more roundness than line, and its presence takes on a different demeanour. The introduction of the odd curve expands thought, instils adventure, brings about movement, balance and calm.
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BUYER’S GUIDE
Buyer's Guide We’re all about the tortoises, not the hares.
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or perhaps underestimating the amount of work required to turn their bargain into a home.
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hen the lockdown started to ease, there’s a good chance that if it wasn’t you rushing to pick up your perfect home with increased acreage inside and outside, and a healthy saving on stamp duty, then you knew someone who was. But as the white-hot heat of the post-lockdown property rush begins to cool, it’s still a very, very active market in London, with demand continuing to outstrip supply. And this is a good thing! In this article, we’re all about the tortoises, not the hares.
Some wise words from Ross Counsell of Goodmove from last year... “as I have re-iterated throughout the Stamp Duty Holiday, I would most definitely suggest buyers avoid making any hasty decisions. Property purchase is a massive deal, especially in today’s economic climate so it is insanely important that buyers manage to tick off all their requirements for their dream property. Wrong decisions only cause expensive mistakes down the line, and nobody wants the stress of another house purchase in such a short period of time.”
The collective anxiety we have shared over the past two years has driven many people to buy at pace, perhaps without thinking about the long-term ramifications of moving to somewhere completely new
Of course, there are situations where not moving isn’t an option, but if you’re not at the end of your tether with your current living situation, taking a breath and stepping back
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could be the best decision you ever make.
Back in May 2020 for instance, the Bank of England warned of potential falls of 16% in property prices as a result of the pandemic. However, house prices have continued to surge, increasing by 10.6% over the year to August, up from 8.5% in July, If you have means to move – a desirable, sellable property, for instance, or a deposit and mortgage in principal – it can be hard to hold your nerve in the face of some of the headline-grabbing numbers. Back in May 2020 for instance, the
Bank of England warned of potential falls of 16% in property prices as a result of the pandemic. However, house prices have continued to surge, increasing by 10.6% over the year to August, up from 8.5% in July, according to the Office for National Statistics. But time is your most valuable asset. As we hopefully ride the long tail of
the pandemic, the property market will find an equilibrium, the stock will increase and you could very easily find your dream home. Having your particulars in order and a plan of action for when you do find a home you really love is really worth its weight in gold. Being a desirable buyer who can move quickly when it counts will put you in good stead when the time comes.
Make sure you keep your finger on the pulse of the market. Go to viewings, speak to agents with specialist knowledge of areas you love, equip yourself with the tools and knowledge you need to make informed and life-long decisions, because a rushed purchase when you’re not 1000% sure can be a difficult and costly thing to undo.
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Think about whether the area matches your lifestyle - for example, check for local restaurants if you enjoy eating out regularly, or gyms if you like to work out.
How easy would your commute be? Be sure to find out how far you'd be from the tube/overground station and at the very least, a bus or bike route to work.
It’s worth visiting the area at peak times to check what the traffic is like – will you be caught in a jam every time you leave the house?
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If you have (or are planning to have) children, check out the catchment areas for local schools on the local authority's website.
Air pollution can have an effect on your health, on both a short- and long-term basis. Is the property on or near a busy road with lots of traffic?
If you can, spend time chatting to potential future neighbours before you make an offer. They may be able to tell you about the house or area.
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FINANCE
Finance The Bitter Pill
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Who has heard the saying ‘it is always darkest before the dawn’? Looking back on the period January – November 2021, specifically
UK House Prices have increased by 11.8% over the year to September 2021 and the average UK house price stands at a record high of £270,000 Clearly the property market has been buoyed by the UK Governments ‘incentive’ with respect to Stamp Duty Land Tax but overall the ‘conditions’ remain favourable i.e. ultra-low rates of interest, punchy loan-to-income multiples (5.5x), more flexible criteria from banks & buildings societies and most importantly a strong willingness to offer finance to homeowners up and down the UK. Nobody could argue how resilient the Property Market has remained
despite challenges it has faced over the period of the Global Pandemic. What reasons to we have to be cheerful as we move into 2022? Whilst it is true that some of the outrageously cheap five year fixed-rate products at lower LTV’s have been removed from the marketplace in recent weeks, it is still possible to secure finance at incredibly low %’s – it is also important to note that rates of interest at the higher LTV’s (75% +) have barely moved at all – despite what you might read in the newspapers! Moreover, I would expect property prices in bigger cities like London to hold-up well as the Country continues to reopen off the back of a hugely successful vaccine rollout – walking around the West End earlier this week it definitely feels like the buzz has returned to the capital! Finally, who could forget the extra Bank Holiday that will be awarded to the UK population mark The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee in 2022? Whilst Her Majesty still might not consider 2021 to be ‘Annus Mirabilis’ it has definitely not all been doom & gloom in the property sector.
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uring a speech by The Queen on the 40th Anniversary of her succession to the throne, Her Majesty referred to recent events as part of an ‘Annus Horribilis’ (Latin for a disastrous or unfortunate year). On the 19th December 2020, The Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced tougher restrictions for large parts of London & South East of England with new ‘Tier 4’ restrictions – Christmas was cancelled! It was a bitter pill to swallow for a Country still reeling from Travel Restrictions, Lockdowns and Prince Harry & Meghan Markle quitting the Royal Family. As the clock struck 12 on December 31st 2020, I think it is fair to 2021 was being approached with a fair degree of uncertainty, apprehension & trepidation – with good reason given what we all had to endure for the previous twelve months!
focusing on the UK Property & Mortgage Market, I would argue that no truer statement has been spoken! According to the Office for National Statistics, UK House Prices have increased by 11.8% over the year to September 2021 and the average UK house price stands at a record high of £270,000.
INTERIOR & DESIGN
Interior Design Who's the Fairest of Them All
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IKKUNA MIRROR
TROPIC MIRROR
MILLICENT MIRROR
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A window mirror like the Ikkuna is an interior designer’s secret weapon; when hung in a central location they feel like an extra window.
The Tropic collection is a spectacular proposition for the modernist interiors. The model will look great in the bathroom, as well as the living room, bedroom or hall.
Nearly a meter in diameter, Millicent is a lady of grandeur. Painted a perfect gold, this decagon statement mirror is delicate and artisanal in its splendour.
KENNFORD MIRROR
ENTRYWAY MIRROR
PORAD MIRROR
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The Gallery Direct Kennford Mirror is an elegant piece with a real hint of the Gatsby era about it. Designed as a trio of linking glass pieces, it will look beautiful anywhere on the wall.
Arielle mirror features subtle gold moulding on a resin frame. Its timeless design will suit both traditional and modern interiors, bringing light and depth to even the narrowest hallway.
Rectangular wall mirror with frame in solid canaletta walnut. You’re able to turnable to 360° thanks to its particular fixation support.
FINE EDGE MIRROR
LARGE ROUND MIRROR
ASTLEY DOVE MIRROR
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This organically shaped mirror is a statement piece, pair with other mirrors to create a decorative mirror wall.
The Large Round Mirror offers unmistakable handcrafted Italian style and glamour. A stunning mirror which adds more than a touch of luxury to any setting.
Every Astley mirror is designed and manufactured by the worlds finest so they can be used to support any style of room in your household.
SOLARIS MIRROR
STOCKHOLM MIRROR
ARCHED WINDOW MIRROR
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Brilliant in every sense of the word, the Solaris wall mirror is framed with multiple faceted crystals. These create a stunning, glittering circle of light when illuminated.
Boasting distinctive and individual characteristics, the Stockholm LED Bathroom Mirror craves attention. The effortless circular design is uniquely elegant.
Whether your home is contemporary, modern or classic in style, you can recreate a beautiful arched window effect with our Pavilion Chic Florence Large Arched Window Mirror.
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GADGETS GADGETS
Home Tech Home Tech The latest gadgets to turn your current house into a future home The latest gadgets to turn your current house into a future home
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Sony XR-55A90J Sony XR-55A90J Sony XR-55A90J This 55in (also available in 65in, 83in) beauty is
This 55in (also available in 65in, 83in) beauty is sure to satisfy all your TV needs. Whether it’s the sure to satisfy all your TV needs. Whether it’s the hot boxset, a new blockbuster or the latest gaming hot boxset, a new blockbuster or the latest gaming must-have, this is the TV to do them justice. This must-have, this is the TV to do them justice. This TV combines stunning picture quality, incredible TV combines stunning picture quality, incredible sound and best-in-class motion handling with the sound and best-in-class motion handling with the Google TV operating system for a true home cinema Google TV operating system for a true home cinema experience. experience.
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Sennheiser 5.1.4-Channel Soundbar Sennheiser 5.1.4-Channel Soundbar Sennheiser 5.1.4-Channel Soundbar When you have the picture quality provided by
When you have the picture quality provided by the Sony XR-55A90J, you want the sound quality the Sony XR-55A90J, you want the sound quality to match, and the Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar to match, and the Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar doesn’t disappoint. The speaker packs a full 13 doesn’t disappoint. The speaker packs a full 13 separate drivers – six woofers, three tweeters on separate drivers – six woofers, three tweeters on the front side, plus another couple of tweeters facing the front side, plus another couple of tweeters facing the left and right on each end of the speaker and the left and right on each end of the speaker and finally, two upward-firing drivers found on the top of finally, two upward-firing drivers found on the top of the soundbar. Translation: it sounds really good. the soundbar. Translation: it sounds really good. sennheiser.com sennheiser.com
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Pudding Sofa
There’s not much point in investing in a good TV and sound system if you neglect arguably the most important element: the sofa. A good sofa will be the lynchpin of a cosy living room, and they don’t come much cosier than Loaf. We like the charmingly names ‘pudding’ model, with its plush cushions, range of rich finishes and deep, deep seat for curling up alone or with the family. loaf.com
Philips Hue Color Ambience
For the full ‘the lights are dimming, the film’s about to start’ home cinema experience, you need a good set of smart bulbs. We rate the Phillips Hue Color Ambience because of their warm and versatile colours, combined with simple installation and controls. They work with Alexa, Google Assistant and HomeKit, and have a frankly staggering +16 million colour options!
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Bartesian Cocktail Maker
One for when the kids have gone to bed, this gadget offers a taste of the cocktail bar from the comfort of home. Just fill the Bartesian with your favorite brands of vodka, tequila, whiskey, gin or rum and some water. Then, insert a Bartesian cocktail capsule with all the premium bitters, extracts, juice concentrates, and mixers you need and enjoy! You can even control the strength, hic! bartesian.com
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SELLER’S GUIDE
Seller's Guide A foot firmly on the ladder.
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JOSH WOODFIN Property Journalist he pandemic’s effect on the property market in London has continued through 2021 and will roll over into 2022 and beyond. But depending on your plan this can be positive or negative. The easing of restrictions combined with the Government’s stamp duty led to a stampede of sales as space-starved families looked for larger homes with more outside space, and first-time buyers sort to capitalise on the potential savings (£15000 on the first £500k) and get a foot firmly on the ladder.
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But as the world slowly began to settle, the property market also calmed down slightly. Now the stamp duty holiday has ended, what does the landscape look like for those who are looking to sell both primary or secondary properties in London. Some of the numbers when looked at from above are staggering, and one thing is clear, prices have increased and they look like they will continue to do so, albeit at a
slower pace. Property portal Zoopla reported recently that the total value of British homes has soared by 20% in the past five years. This means that almost 12 million homes have jumped in value by the national average of £49,000 or more since 2016, according to our latest research.
The impact of the pandemic on the housing market has further to run but at a less frenetic pace. We expect the momentum in the market to outweigh some emerging headwinds from higher living costs and the risk of higher mortgage rates. London is (unsurprisingly) the most valuable region, with homes in the city collectively worth £2.4tn. So although the capital accounts for just 13% of British properties, it is home to a quarter of Britain’s housing wealth.
An estimated 1.5 million homes are expected to change hands by the end of 2021, according to Zoopla, making it the busiest year for the housing market since 2007. And it doesn’t look like this will change much in 2022 with 22% of people currently wanting to move, significantly higher than the usual 5% in a normal market. And despite the much-discussed urban exodus, the capital’s property market is alive and well. The average cost of a home in London has risen by nearly £20,000 during the pandemic and now stands at £514,907, reports the Evening Standard. Guy Gittins, chief executive of Chestertons told the newspaper in “Our buyer levels are up 60 percent at the moment and we are seeing a record level of transactions. This is the bellweather for an active market. There is just more churn in London at the moment as lots of different people on different rungs of the ladder are moving about and freeing up stock.” And prices look set to continue to increase for the foreseeable, with London prices predicted to rise by a further one percent in 2022 then 1.5 percent 2023, before
accelerating to three percent in 2024. That said, demand may slow as we further return to a state more akin to life before Covid. Richard Donnell, of Zoopla, said in a recent report: ‘The impact of the pandemic on the housing market has further to run but at a less frenetic pace. We expect the momentum in the market to outweigh some emerging headwinds from higher living costs and the risk of higher mortgage rates.’
Our buyer levels are up 60 percent at the moment and we are seeing a record level of transactions.
including Fulham. The second half of 2022 and beyond is a bit harder to pin down, but there are no major alarm bells at the moment if you’re still undecided.
So the beginning of 2022 is looking like a promising time if you’re looking to sell, with a range of buyers still on the hunt, particularly for prime outer London areas,
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WOODVALE ROAD Full Refurbishments / Bespoke wall panelling / Hand-made in-frame kitchen Period property restoration, and the many challenges they can bring; are the quintessence of any large refurbishment project. Our brief? To accomplish a transformation of what was a neglected old house, into a modern 21st Century “Period” family home. While unpretentious, this new home is certainly true to our client’s personality, spirit, and character and this collaboration represents the embodiment of any successful refurbishment.
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Eddiscombe Road A unique and wider than average five bedroom Victorian family home located in the heart of Parsons Green.
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This outstanding fully extended Victorian family home is just over 2,600 sq ft, arranged over four floors and offering excellent reception and entertaining space. The ground floor makes the most of the extra space available with a large double reception room at the front of the house leading on to an open plan, side extended kitchen and dining area with bi folding doors leading out onto a West facing garden with inbuilt seating and lighting.
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Elthiron Road An outstanding extended Victorian family home, located in unquestionably one of the very best areas of Parsons Green. Arranged over four floors, this large period property extending to 2,400 sq ft (223 sq m), offering superb reception and entertaining space in the heart of Parsons Green.
5 Bed
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Clancarty Road This beautiful and bright four bedroom Victorian family home, is arranged over three floors and extending to just under 2,000 sq ft. On the ground floor there is a sizeable double reception room, a separate W.C, and a larger than average extended kitchen with amble space for dining and additional seating space.
4 Bed
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Under offer
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2021
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Bishops Road
4 Bed HOUSE
This outstanding house extends to in excess of 1550 sq ft (145 sq m) with a layout that has been thoughtfully configured to maximise the space available. The ground floor has an excellent entertaining space, there's a formal double reception room, with space for a dining area and a bright eat-in kitchen with bespoke designer cabinets, integrated appliances, and sliding doors that lead out on to a private patio garden.
1,554 SQ FT
£1,575,000 FOR SALE
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Basuto Road
3 Bed HOUSE
The property is well presented throughout, but may need some further modernisation, although it is in good general order, it will make an ideal purchase for someone looking to make the property their own. The ground floor comprises a bright kitchen breakfast room at the front of the house, a separate W.C and an extended reception room to the rear, with doors leading out onto a secluded 23 ft private rear garden.
1,612 SQ FT
Under offer 2021
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Homestead Road
5 Bed HOUSE
The lower ground floor is a self-contained 1 bedroom flat with the reception room to the front, a double bedroom overlooking the patio garden with a modern kitchen and bathroom. The upper flat has a double reception room, separate kitchen and a useful utility room on the raised ground floor. Stairs at the rear lead down to a private garden. The first floor comprises two double bedrooms and a modern family bathroom.
1,958 SQ FT
£1,499,950 FOR SALE
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Novello Street The property features a spacious reception room and kitchen, on the first floor is the master bedroom with built in storage, a second bedroom and family bathroom. On the second floor there is a bedroom, a further bathroom and access up to the private roof terrace with excellent views across Fulham. The property was refurbished and extended in 2014 (approximately) and is presented in good condition throughout.
3 Bed
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£1,200,000
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Parsons Green Lane A spacious three double bedroom apartment arranged over the top 3 floors of a wider than average Victorian building in the centre of Parsons Green. A spacious three double bedroom apartment arranged over the top 3 floors of a wider than average Victorian building in the centre of Parsons Green. The property offers 1235 sq ft (115 sq m) of well configured living space with the additional benefit of a large roof terrace with views towards central London.
3 Bed
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£1,000,000
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Bishops Road
2 Bed FLAT
This large maisonette has just under 900 sq. ft (83 sq. m) of living space, with plenty of natural light, and excellent proportions. The first floor features a superb open plan reception room, with five large sash windows which make the space exceptionally bright. There is a separate area for dining and two original fireplaces. Also on this floor is a separate modern designer kitchen with integrated German appliances.
892 SQ FT
£875,000 FOR SALE
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Bloom Park Road
1 Bed FLAT
A well-presented lower ground floor flat in a great location close to Fulham Road in the popular Munster Village & Villes areas of Fulham. The property has a bright double bedroom to the front with a dressing room, a modern shower room and a large open plan kitchen/reception room with smart modern units and plenty of light from the large ceiling windows. Leading to the back, via bi-folding doors is a south-west facing rear patio garden.
614 SQ FT
£599,950 FOR SALE
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Winchendon Road This incredibly stylish family home offers in excess of 1,959 sq ft (181.99 sq m) of space and is arranged over three floors. On the ground floor is a large double reception room with high ceilings and original features, entrance hall, separate W.C. We also have an extended bespoke kitchen breakfast room and bifolding doors leading out onto a paved rear garden.
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Felden street
4 Bed HOUSE
A modern and spacious four-bedroom terraced house, decorated in a neutral and modern style throughout. Spread over three floors the property opens to a spacious double reception room followed by an amazing fully fitted kitchen leading out to the private patio garden, there is also a guest WC on the same floor.
2,016 SQ FT
LET 2021
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Cawthorn Apartments
2 Bed FLAT
This apartment comprises of a large open plan living space, with a kitchen featuring a multi function oven, microwave combination oven and induction hob. From the hallway there are two double bedrooms, and one bathroom. There is plenty of built in storage.
711 SQ FT
LET 2021
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Pursers Cross A superb Victorian family home on an extremely sought after street, moments from Parsons Green. The house is arranged over three floors extending to almost 1600 sq ft (148 sq m). The extended ground floor offers excellent entertaining space with a double reception room, modern spacious kitchen with access to a private paved garden.
4 Bed
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New Kings Road
1 Bed FLAT
This stylish one double bedroom top floor flat is located only a stone's throw from Parsons Green and Eel Brook common, and only 600 meters from Parsons Green underground station (District Line, Zone 2) itself. The flat has a stunning south facing roof terrace, open plan reception room and kitchen (with wood flooring and under floor heating throughout) a double bedroom with built in storage and en suite shower room.
542 SQ FT
LET 2021
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North End Road
1 Bed FLAT
A very well located and ideal one bedroom flat for an individual or couple, in very close proximity to Fulham Broadway. The flat is on the top floor of a period building facing the North end road, but with access from a quiet side entrance on Shorrolds Road. The flat itself comprises of a spacious open plan kitchen and living room, with a separate bedroom and bathroom. There is also the added benefit of good storage and a handy space on the landing which could be used as a study area.
475 SQ FT
LET 2021
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Oxberry Avenue
1 Bed FLAT
A well finished one bedroom garden flat in a great location just off the Fulham Road. The property is on the raised ground floor of a period conversion and is in good order with a bright reception with wooden floors, one good size double bedroom, a large modern bathroom with a storage cupboard and a good size fully fitted kitchen. Off of the kitchen there's access to a large, private outdoor space.
430 SQ FT
LET 2021
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St Dionis Road
2 Bed FLAT
An outstanding and recently refurbished second floor apartment, in an excellent location with direct views over Parsons Green, Fulham's most desirable area. The flat offers a superb reception space with an open plan kitchen living area, space for dining, and two Juliette balconies facing 'the Green' itself.
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LET 2021
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Bronsart Road A well-presented one bedroom ground floor flat with a private garden just of the Munster Road. This one bedroom flat offers a large living area with the living room at the front of the property then bedroom and bathroom in the middle and to the rear the eat in kitchen leading on to the private garden.
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