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The traditional summer season of events might have been cancelled but you can still commemorate these quintessentially British celebrations. The Wine Tipster, Neil Phillips, offers a guide to enjoying the British summer season at home, accompanied by the best drinks to make the experience complete.

The Principality of Monaco and Informa have announced a secure, notfor-profit event in 2020. They have confirmed they are working together to deliver an intimate, not-for-profit Monaco Yacht Show in Port Hercule in September 2020, with full details to be announced in the coming weeks.

Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London offers families the best of both worlds. With an unrivalled location offering fashionable Knightsbridge on one side and leafy Hyde Park on the other, families are treated to a weekend in the capital where any wish can come true.

The Wilkinson family have been in the glass business since the 1920’s, when Frank Wilkinson had a glass cutting shop in Stourbridge, the home of the English crystal industry.

Pupils at University College School in Hampstead achieved record-breaking GCSE and A-Level exam results in 2019 but, on a recent visit, the Good Schools Guide felt that it was the “infinite opportunities for thought, exploration and discovery” which made a UCS education so distinctive. The provision of these opportunities is simply staggering, but UCS does so much more.

Lagoon Pools Ltd construct bespoke, specialised, mosaic finished Swimming Pools, Outdoor and Indoor, SPAS, Steam Rooms and Saunas. They are long term members of SPATA – the Swimming Pool and Allied Trades Association.

LINDA MARGARET, editor Editor LINDA MARGARET Editorial Assistant Katie Miller Sub Editor Nicholas Peter Fashion Editor Lara Accison Design & Production Lisa Wade DIGITAL & PROJECT MANAGER CHAMINDA JONES SOCIAL MEDIA JESSICA PIKE senior business development manager GEMMA GOODWIN ACCOUNT MANAGERS Nicola Drew, Lisa Westerman Anita Hill COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER EMILY SMITH ACCOUNTS Kathy Manning, Andree Georgiou Directors Rory Smith, Patrick Smith PUBLISHED BY FISH MEDIA GROUP LTD 0844 800 8439 ON THE COVER: Kaufmann Desert House. Former fashion model Helen Dzo Dzo Kaptur (in white lace), Nelda Linsk (in yellow), wife of art dealer Joseph Linsk, and actress Lita Baron (in white sunhat) at the Kaufmann Desert House in Palm Springs, California, January 1970. The Linsks are the current owners of the house.

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THE WINE TIPSTER’S GUIDE TO ENJOYING THE 2020 SEASON AT HOME 6 J U LY 2 0 2 0

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he traditional summer season of events might have been cancelled but you can still commemorate these quintessentially British celebrations. The Wine Tipster, Neil Phillips, offers a guide to enjoying the British summer season at home, accompanied by the best drinks to make the experience complete.

BRITISH HORSE RACING

There’s no better excuse to get dressed up and enjoy horse racing from your living room. There is Newmarket’s Moët & Chandon July Festival (9th – 11th July), Ascot’s King George VI Weekend (25th July), and the Qatar Goodwood Festival (28th July – 1st August) Tune into ITV and Racing TV. The Wine Tipster says: “Dress to impress! Keep a cool head with a lower alcohol white, or a top Rosé to bring out a pedigree fizz when you bag your first winner!

Cellar One, £22.99).

• Luscombe Sicilian Organic Lemonade is an excellent soft drink option. (Sainsbury’s, £3.00 for 100ml)

• Moët & Chandon 2012 Grand Vintage Brut is the 74th Grand Vintage produced by this world-renowned Champagne House.

Enjoying vintage Champagne is a great way to celebrate in style.

(Majestic and other retailers around £52) • Stonier Pinot Noir 2017, Mornington Peninsula Australia. This is a real classic that shows how brilliant Pinot Noir can be.

Beautifully crafted and balanced. (Majestic,

WIMBLEDON CHAMPIONSHIPS

Wimbledon might have been cancelled but you can get involved with #Wimbledon Recreated across all social media platforms by recreating your favourite Wimbledon Championships tradition via www.wimbledon.com

“Keep a cool head with a lower alcohol white, or a top Rosé to bring out a pedigree fizz when you bag your first winner!”

The Wine Tipster says: “What could be more rewarding after a summer afternoon of tennis than a magnificent bowl of seasonripe strawberries and cream, matched with top fizz from The Champagne sponsor of Wimbledon?!”

• Lanson Black Label Brut Champagne NV, France Lanson has been the Champagne sponsor of Wimbledon for a number of years, producing a fabulous range of Champagnes (Tesco £33.00 and other retailers).

• Lanson Rosé Brut Champagne NV, France Gorgeous, dry rosé with lovely flavours of summer fruits and perfectly balanced. (Tesco £38.00 and other retailers).

• Coates & Seely Britagne Brut Rosé NV Perfect with scones laden with cream and strawberry jam (www.coatesandseely.com from £32.95) • Chapel Down English Rosé 2019, Kent. Easy drinking Rosé, with delicate summer fruits and a lovely crisp finish. (Waitrose £12.99) • Bolney Estate Pinot Noir 2018, Sussex. Leads the way with English red wines, including this delicate, elegant and fruity Pinot Noir.

(Oxford Wine Co, £21.99).

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CLASSICAL MUSIC EVENTS

Glyndebourne Festival is still taking place, albeit virtually.

Listen online every Sunday at 5pm throughout July www. glyndebourne.com/openhouse You can still wave your Union Jack as the 2020 season of The Proms goes virtual on Friday 17th July on BBC Radio 3 and Sunday 19th July on BBC Four for 8 weeks of broadcasts on television, radio and online. www.bbc.co.uk/proms The Wine Tipster says: “I love opera and The Proms and will sorely miss the summer serenade in my garden coming from The Albert Hall and Glyndebourne this year. However, I’ll be tuning in to these fabulous alternative performances with some vino classics too!”

HENLEY ROYAL REGATTA, FOODIE AND MUSIC FESTIVALS

Henley Royal Regatta is famous both as a great summer sporting event and as a social occasion, with picnics by the river. Lay out a picnic at home this year instead. Food and music festivals are also off the menu this summer, however, markets are open with local produce. Foodies Festivals will be running Prosecco Tastings with The Wine Tipster on Facebook Live at 1pm on 25th July and 8th Aug www.foodiesfestival.com The Wine Tipster says: “Picnics are great fun, with lots of tasty and easy-to-nibble choices. Select drinks to give your blanket banquet a touch of casual elegance with the below top tipples.”

• Nyetimber Classic Cuvée, Sussex. Always refined, elegant and beautifully made. A vino composition to savour. (Waitrose, Majestic £36.99,) • Yealands Reserve Sauvignon Blanc 2019, is classic New Zealand style and just what you are looking for from a high-class Marlborough producer based in the Awatere Valley (Waitrose £11.59).

• Espérance de Trotanoy, Pomerol Bordeaux 2014 is a powerful, perfumed performance of a wine with dark brooding fruits and purring tannins which combine for a crescendo finish. (Corney & Barrow £69.25) • Château Beaumont 2015 Haut Medoc Cru Bourgeois is a classy, great value Bordeaux from a luxurious vintage (Lea & Sandeman £21.95).

Until we can all get together again, the traditional summer of events will be replaced by smaller home-grown gatherings. The most important thing is to enjoy the experience and stay safe.

•Astoria Prosecco DOC Treviso Extra Dry “Galìe”, Italy. Lovely, soft, floral, fruity and elegant with beautiful balance - the perfect start to every picnic. (www.gerrardseel.co.uk £12.95 ) • Maree d’Ione Fiano, IGP Puglia Italy 2.25L .A white wine, organic and vegan-friendly too, this has lovely refreshing citrus and tropical fruit flavours. (Waitrose, £25.99) • Chadlington Ale’s Oxford Pale Ale - a beer with character from the Cotswolds (www.chadlingtonbrewery.com, £29.99 for 12 bottles)

ABOUT NEIL PHILLIPS THE WINE TIPSTER Professional wine, bubbles and horseracing expert, Neil Phillips, has combined his three life-long passions to forge a unique career spanning over three decades. www.thewinetipster.co.uk Social media @thewinetipster

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FORTNUM & MASON AT THE ROYAL EXCHANGE Fortnum’s has unveiled its new standalone store and restaurant in London’s financial district

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ortnum & Mason opened their newest outpost at one of the world’s most iconic centres of trade, The Royal Exchange in November 2018. After years of close ties with the City through its Concierge service, Fortnum’s brings the exceptional hospitality and gifting for which it is world-famous straight to London’s financial centre. This is the fourth UK store for Fortnum & Mason, and sits alongside a new destination restaurant – The Fortnum’s Bar & Restaurant at The Royal Exchange. The latest evolution in Fortnum’s three centuries of history, this opening marks the ongoing growth of the retailer along with its commitment to London as a global finance capital.

In the al fresco-style surroundings of The Royal Exchange’s majestic central courtyard, The Fortnum’s Bar & Restaurant seats 90 covers, allowing for both table and counter dining. The ambiance is one of

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“The Fortnum’s Bar & Restaurant seats 90 covers, allowing for both table and counter dining”

Cheese and Coronation Chicken. On the highest tier, a plate understated sophistication, of decadent patisseries, all served alongside extraordinary tea, intimacy, and warmth, spoiling guests for choice at The Fortnum’s Bar & Restaurant. while the seasonal and Diners can bask in the exquisite al fresco-style surrounding contemporary menu will go of The Royal Exchange’s courtyard and browse the newest from breakfast through to dinner. Diners can enjoy a luxurious offering of caviar, shellfish, and outpost showcasing the very best of Fortnum’s range of popular teas and hampers, alongside the finest fresh food and drink from the smoked salmon – hand-carved at the counter – along with light, raw, famed Food Halls. and vegan offerings. Produce is fresh from the famous Food Halls, such as Fortnum’s exclusive Glenarm beef – cooked using the on-site Josper Grill – while classic Fortnum’s dishes are also on offer, including: Welsh Rarebit and Knickerbocker Glory. Plus, food is served alongside an extensive and curated wine and Champagne list, in addition to cocktails, floats, and digestives.

In the store, across the rest of the THE DETAILS beautiful 2,368 sq ft space – designed by the award-winning Universal Design Studio – Fortnum’s afternoon tea experience Fortnum’s iconic hampers are joined by a is available at The Fortnum’s Bar & refined edit of more recognised and beloved Restaurant at The Royal Exchange from products, including wines and spirits, and £35 per person, Monday – Saturday, fresh food. A personal shopping service is from 3pm – 4.30pm Add a glass of available to diners at The Fortnum’s Bar & champagne for £13 Restaurant, while customers can also shop online at fortnumandmason.com, and collect from Fortnum & Mason at The Royal Exchange.

Plus, for the first time, the century old Piccadilly tradition is transported outside Fortnum’s flagship to the iconic surroundings of The Royal Exchange, offering City workers a taste of the iconic award-winning tea.

Freshly-baked scones are presented with clotted cream and Fortnum’s Strawberry Preserve and Lemon Curd, along with delicious sandwiches such as Honey Roast Ham with English Mustard, Fortnum’s Smoked Salmon with Lemon Butter, Burford Brown Egg Mayonnaise with Watercress Cucumber, Cucumber with Mint Cream J U LY 2 0 2 0 1 1

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HARRODS SHOWCASES

‘MENS SUPERBRANDS’ W Junction (Adrien Dirand & David Collins)

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Luxury department store Harrods incorporates ‘Mens Superbrands’ - a fabulous 41,000 sq ft menswear destination housing 19 of the world’s foremost fashion brands – Balmain Paris, Louis Vuitton, Dior, Brioni, Valentino, Fendi, Gucci, Bottega Veneta, Prada, Stefano Ricci, Billionaire, Saint Laurent Paris, Berluti, Dolce & Gabbana, Loro Piana, Burberry, Tom Ford, Ermenegildo Zegna and Balenciaga.

Berluti’s boutique features a bar, a football table and virtual reality screens, whilst Louis Vuitton have designed a personal shopping suite that can be privatised for any customer looking for the ultimate shopping experience, or opened to provide additional seating areas for clients.

The Menswear department on the ground floor, which has been present for more than 80 years, has relocated to the second floor, marking the biggest change in Menswear at Harrods. There was a complete redevelopment of Menswear and Sports at Harrods – the largest investment in Harrods’ menswear history. Upon completion this year, the entire second floor of Harrods will be the new home for Menswear and Sports. At 155,000sq ft, it will be the ultimate menswear destination in the world.

Michael Ward, Managing Director at Harrods, said: “Menswear has experienced a quiet revolution over the past few years in terms of innovation and customer demand. Menswear within Harrods has gone from strength to strength, and we want to match this growth with the investment in a truly unique destination. The launch of Mens Superbrands is the first step in this exciting journey, which will create a new home for the Harrods Man in 2020. Mens Superbrands has been specifically designed to provide the most exceptional shopping experience.”

Simon Longland, Head of Menswear at Harrods said: “We wanted to create menswear destination like no other - somewhere that men want to visit, will enjoy visiting, a space to inspire and excite, but most importantly offers an excellent service and product proposition. The boutiques are flagship store concepts, not department store concepts’ When you enter the boutiques, you are totally immersed in the world of the brand – however as these are flagship concepts, it is amped up on a scale not seen in any retail

“Berluti’s boutique features a bar, a football table and virtual reality screens”

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environment. We’ve focused on furniture, not fixtures, to elevate the boutique experience to something that feels domestic with lounge chairs and side tables.”

Designed by David Collins Studio, Men’s Superbrands establishes a new luxury department that combines the aesthetic of classic men’s tailoring with mid-century architectural references, and a newly devised floor plan that engages the consumer and offers ease of navigation and shopability. Extensive research of the Harrods architectural features and archive inspired elements of the design concept, making particular reference to the detailing within, the cabinetry, displays and interiors.

The Harrods logo subtly permeates the details, appearing in stitched leather, marquetry and bronze inlay in stone.

Mens Superbrands is a department for every man, of every age, from every culture; for fathers and sons. Mens Superbrands is an inclusive space of the most elevated of fashion brands.

The history of menswear at Harrods Menswear at Harrods dates back more than 120 years. We launched our first men’s department in 1894 with men’s umbrellas, socks and more. The launch of menswear at Harrods was a pioneering moment for men’s fashion in the United Kingdom.

By the turn of the century, Harrods had expanded its offering to include bespoke tailoring, as well as ready-to-wear – a proposition unique for London. Harrods’ commitment to menswear was evident with the opening of the tailoring workshop on Hans Crescent, built to provide a bespoke service to customers looking for suiting.

In 1930, menswear took centre stage with the launch of The Man’s Shop. Located on the Ground Floor of the rebuilt Basil Street block, this one-of-a-kind department had its own entrance and became known as the ultimate shopping destination for men, offering the finest tailoring and cutting-edge fashion. www.harrods.com R Junction (Adrien Dirand & David Collins)

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“We wanted to create menswear destination like no other - somewhere that men want to visit, will enjoy visiting, a space to inspire and excite�

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FEATURE

Monaco Yacht Show A Superyacht Industry Support Show. September 23 – 26, 2020, Port Hercule, Monaco

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he Principality of Monaco and Informa have announced a secure, not-for-profit event in 2020 They have confirmed they are working together to deliver an intimate, not-for-profit Monaco Yacht Show in Port Hercule in September 2020, with full details to be announced in the coming weeks.

The proposed event will employ the highest standards of hygiene and cleanliness and be dedicated to supporting the speedy recovery of the industry post COVID-19, providing an invaluable platform for designers, brokers, shipyards and other key players within the yachting industry to connect with their customers and share ideas in a safe environment.

Return & Recovery post the COVID-19 Pandemic

Like most industries, the COVID-19 pandemic has had a marked impact on the international yachting community, with many businesses temporarily closed and staff furloughed, and the usual annual cycle of industry activity severely disrupted.

As countries and locations around the world gradually relax lockdown restrictions and ease control measures, it is imperative that the superyacht community is supported in every way possible to help the industry return and recover safely and quickly.

The 30th Monaco Yacht Show in September 2020

With this in mind, The Monaco Yacht Show has been working closely with the Principality of Monaco to determine how best to support the industry in 2020.

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This year’s Monaco Yacht Show is scheduled from 23 to 26 September. With control measures steadily being relaxed in Monaco, around Europe and internationally, on current course and speed, this should allow for a carefully staged event to still take place this year.

Therefore, it is our intention to retain these dates for the 2020 Monaco Yacht Show and work with suppliers and local authorities over the coming weeks to confirm full details of the event.

In the spirit of the history and position of the event within the superyacht industry, the 30th Monaco Yacht Show will be run on a not-for-profit basis, recognizing the challenges facing everyone post the COVID-19 pandemic and, therefore, providing direct support to all attendees and exhibitors from across the market.

Whilst the intimate nature of the 2020 event will prioritize the safety of participants, both Informa and the Monaco Principality are committed to ensuring the quality of the event and show experience is maintained for everyone.

Charlie McCurdy, Chief Executive, Informa Markets (organiser of the Monaco Yacht Show) said, “The COVID-19 pandemic has had a devastating impact on all industries, not least the international yachting community. As we move to the other side of the pandemic, all parts of the industry need to work collaboratively to ensure a speedy return and recovery.

We are playing our part by hosting a not-for-profit Monaco Yacht Show in 2020, providing an opportunity for the community to come together, share ideas, meet with customers and start to rebuild positive momentum.” www.monacoyachtshow.com

HOME & GARDEN FEATURE

Interior designers and home stylists are being employed in residential moves according to Neil Pertoldi of Abels Moving Services

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nterior designers can help homeowners enhance both their lifestyle and the overall value of their property through sophisticated redesigns, as Neil explains. “Abels moves some of the UK’s most beautiful homes, involving fine art and commissioned furniture pieces requiring specialist care. As a result we often work with home stylists and interior designers for private client projects or directly with the designers to support their moving, storage and specialist installation requirements”.

Maximising the value of your home

Previously considered an option simply for the wealthy, using a home stylist is being used by a growing number of homeowners as a way to enhance sale values before moving. Creating an expertly curated style with unique pieces or renting striking art can help a property stand out in a crowded market.

Abels collaborates with a range of home stylists, helping to deliver a return on investment by boosting property value. “For one client having immense trouble selling their home, we worked with a stylist to re-imagine the space, reposition crowded items and store pieces that detracted from the desired style. The property sold amazingly quickly and shortly after we moved the delighted family into their new home, including their stored possessions”.

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(AGC) and their interior design brands; Accouter Design, A.LONDON and BoxNine7 can help. They work with high profile clients in some of the world’s finest locations to create unique and personal spaces. Drawing on the significant expertise of experienced designers, artisans and storytellers, your ideas and inspirations are brought stunningly to life.

Susan Fisher, Interior Designer comments, “We often work with clients looking for their home to fit their lifestyle; they may have an ambition, but need someone to help bring it together, or perhaps create something from scratch. Very often clients invest in commissioned pieces of furniture and art - involving a designer in these big purchase decisions helps to get it right”.

When it comes to installing furniture, sculptures and works of art a specialist moving partner brings expertise and has the resources to manage the most complex situations - lifting a grand piano into a city apartment on the 15th floor via crane, handling a Fendi Casa – Boca do Lobo or safely transporting an original and delicate piece of fine art. Here Abels delivers.

Planning your new home

The right interior designer will not only achieve the perfect look, but if you are considering investing in larger statement pieces, their connections and knowledge might even save you money.

Whether you are looking to move home, store items, install fine art or transport heavy and complex pieces, with Abels you are assured of an impeccable service and expert guidance, across the UK or internationally. Moving discerning customers for generations.

Contact Abels on 0800 626 769 / home@abels.co.uk / abels.co.uk Agofc.com

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Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London

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Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London offers families the best of both worlds. With an unrivalled location offering fashionable Knightsbridge on one side and leafy Hyde Park on the other, families are treated to a weekend in the capital where any wish can come true.

From connecting rooms to a host of personalised amenities, parents and kids alike will feel immediately at home… but with fivestar service.

Below is an outline of services that the hotel offers or can arrange for families staying at Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London.

Amenities: • Baby cots, extra beds for littles ones – they also do bed-side rails • Connecting rooms and suites upon request & subject to availability • Children’s welcome amenities which includes cookie decorating kit and stuffed animals • Baby Bathtub • Children’s bathroom amenities, bathrobes from 4 - 12 • Yuyu bottles kid friendly (caterpillar) • Bottle warmers • High chairs • Baby strollers • In room game consoles • Mini umbrellas • Butler’s team • DVD & CD players • Ipod docking station • 17 metre swimming located within the wellbeing and fitness centre

“Families are treated to a weekend in the capital where any wish can come true”

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Babysitting: • Babysitting services – rock-a-by babysitters and Hopes & Dreams are the two companies that they work with.

Concierge can happily assist in making the necessary arrangements.

Dining: • Children are welcome in all restaurants (The Rosebery Lounge, Bar Boulud and Dinner by Heston Blumenthal) • Tailor-made menus for the little ones in every restaurant with colouring kits available

Additional services available on request

• Alcohol removal service • Luggage storage • Pay TV channel blocking • Croquet set available upon request to set up on the Terrace • Easter Egg Hunt and Scavenger Hunt • VIP access to Harrods Grotto at Christmas • Riding with the Riding School of Hyde Park • Family day outings arranged by the team to explore the city and the nearby parks, as well as day trips (e.g. Harry Potter Studios etc)

THE DETAILS

For reservations please call 020 7235 2000 or email molon-sales@mohg.com molon-reservations@mohg.com For further information or to book your event, please contact the Events Team on molon-events@mohg.com or telephone 020 7201 3772.

66 Knightsbridge London SW1X 7LA www.mandarinoriental.com/london

Children’s Parties by Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park creates sophisticated and bespoke parties that will make every child’s fantasy a reality, from Pirates of the Mandarin with epic adventures, to enchanted Fairy Forests, where dreams really do come true!

Keeping an eye on their younger visitors, they specialise in: • Christenings • First year celebrations • Birthday • Bar Mitzvahs • Bat Mitzvahs • Sweet 16 The newly refurbished beautiful Carlyle Room, with state-of-the-art retractable wall, is the perfect location to create momentous celebrations with a real WOW factor for children of all ages. The Carlyle Room is suitable for up to 80 guests with production or 200 for a reception. For clients with larger parties, the beautiful Ballroom is suitable for 200 guests for a dinner dance or 400 for a reception. A minimum number of guests may apply.

Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park’s parties include: • A dedicated co-ordinator to assist you in creating a memorable party • Quirky non-alcoholic “mocktails” and cocktails on arrival • Tailor-made family favourite canapés for our mini-Mandarin’s sophisticated palates • Bespoke themes, characters and adventures Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park’s new outside catering service allows them to bring their legendary experience to your private home or your unique venue of choice.

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TRAVEL

It’s time to discover boutique cities. Ones which have all the excitement and vibrancy of sprawling metropolis’ but are more intimate, less crowded with space to explore and enjoy.

Hills Balfour has rounded up six boutique cities for your 2021 travel list. They all boast a thriving restaurant and bar scene, a variety of cultural institutions and galleries and allows visitors to have truly local experiences.

Vienna, Austria One of the greenest cities in the world Vienna is renowned for world-class museums, galleries, exhibitions and shows and is one of the world’s greenest cities with 850 parks and 10,000 trees. It can easily be explored on foot, meaning travellers can set their own pace in which to enjoy Vienna with its beautiful architecture. What’s more, Vienna is dedicated to sustainable growth and ensuring that the city doesn’t fall victim to over-tourism, so a crowded city break will be far from the agenda! Visitors can have the confidence to enjoy beautiful Vienna safely, amidst its ample outdoor spaces and famous attractions. www.vienna.info

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2 Baltimore, USA Known as ‘Charm City’ for a reason A great alternative to bustling Washington DC, Baltimore is a colourful and diverse city, known for its beautiful harbour, vibrant neighbourhoods, thriving food and art scene, as well as being deemed one of America’s greatest historical destinations. Travellers can explore the city’s colourful areas and the diverse waterfront destination, rich in history and culture. Art lovers should head to the Baltimore Museum of Art, home to the largest collection of Henri Matisse in the world. The American Visionary Art Museum showcases the work of self-taught artists. Travellers can make their money go further and experience more in Baltimore, whilst avoiding the crowds of Washington DC. www.baltimore.org

Tucson, USA Gastronomy excellence with a frontier vibe

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For those visitors who have ticked-off the metropolises on the east and west coasts and want a more authentic laid-back America, then look no further than Tucson in the Arizona desert. Food lovers will delight in knowing that Tucson was the first city to earn the designation of World City of Gastronomy

by UNESCO. Home to trendy eateries and some of the best Mexican food the north side of the border, the city offers a truly unforgettable dining experience with a rich agricultural heritage. Between dining, visitors can head to one of the city’s championship golf courses, take in the flourishing art scene, explore one of the many museums or delve into the area’s rich filmmaking history. www.visitarizona.com

“Home to trendy eateries and some of the best Mexican food the north side of the border”

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Travel

Abu Dhabi, UAE Cultural and historical gem in the heart of the Middle East

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Nagoya, Japan History and beauty combine in Japan’s fourth city Swap the renowned bustling cities of Kyoto and Tokyo for Nagoya offering the delights of Japan but at a slower, more relaxed pace. World-renowned science museums sit alongside Nagoya’s rich culture and history. Visitors can explore the ancient Atsuta Jingu Shrine, built over 1,900 years ago it remains one of the most important Shinto shrines in the country. Another must is the palatial Nagoya Castle, built in 1612 it was Japan’s first castle to be designated a National Treasure. The Nagoya Prince Hotel Sky Tower in the Sasashima Live district is the perfect base to explore the city. With rooms starting on the 32nd floor, guests are treated to amazing views from a rooftop garden, providing a tranquil oasis of green space to relax.. www.princehotels.com/nagoya

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Abu Dhabi is often referred to as Dubai’s understated older sister.

Visitors will find that the city moves at a more leisurely pace, with fewer skyscrapers and a little-less bling. But don’t be fooled, Abu Dhabi has a wealth of history and culture to offer, including the magnificent Louvre Abu Dhabi featuring artwork from all the greats, three world-class theme parks, beautiful white-sand beaches and desert adventures on its doorstep. The jewel in Abu Dhabi’s crown is the stunning Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, which features the world’s largest hand-woven carpet and breathtaking floral mosaics.

Abu Dhabi is spread across a number of islands meaning visitors will never feel claustrophobic, whilst green outdoor spaces are aplenty for those needing time to sit back and watch the world go by. www.visitabudhabi.ae

Toronto, Canada A cosmopolitan city to rival any other Bright and bustling, Toronto is a cosmopolitan city on a slightly smaller scale, offering everything from world-class cuisine and spectacular attractions, to one-of-a-kind entertainment and popular sporting events. Visitors can wander through culturally diverse neighbourhoods, explore markets, delve into Toronto’s Distillery District which can be explored on foot and hike on the Toronto Islands - a collection of 15 small leafy islands located in Lake Ontario, one of the five Great Lakes of North America. Come nightfall Toronto is a haven for top restaurants and bars, including 360 The Restaurant at the iconic CN Tower, where guests can dine while taking in the revolving view of Toronto more than 351 metres (1,151 ft) below. www.ontariotravel.net

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INDEPENDENT

SCHOOLS

The finest independent schools in your area

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EDUCATION

And breathe… how pupils can benefit from meditation

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he candle is lit, the lights are dimmed. As another busy school day begins, pupils in year 7 close their eyes, focus on their breathing and let their thoughts drift away….

St Benedict’s has recently introduced 20 minutes of meditation each week for all pupils in year 7, and this will eventually be offered to other year groups. Children in the Junior School are also offered a mindfulness session each week after school.

This is to support pupils’ mental health, by encouraging them to recognise how they are, emotionally, and to teach them the value of living in the present. Guided by form tutors, meditation provides young people with a valuable oasis of stillness and silence in school life.

Feedback has been very positive, with pupils finding meditation relaxing, calming and a good way to focus and to be self-aware. Every day children are constantly bombarded with information, spending most of their energy in their ‘thinking’ brain, losing connection with how they actually feel.

Most of us have fallen prey to sensory overload: just look around a train carriage, and note how many people are on their screens – catching up with email, or skimming through social media. We are

almost constantly informed, entertained, petitioned, pestered and diverted.

Overstimulation creates excess dopamine in the brain – the neurotransmitter tied to the reward and pleasure centres of the brain.

While this makes us feel good, the more we have, the more we need.

Common symptoms of overstimulation are the inability to sit still, racing thoughts, headaches, eye strain, insomnia and even depression.

Meditation has huge benefits: it can produce the neurotransmitter serotonin, which regulates our mood and alleviates anxiety, increase well-being and focus while reducing stress, anxiety and depression. Research has also highlighted outcomes of increased self-knowledge and self-acceptance through meditation.

In making regular space for meditation, St Benedict’s hope to help their young pupils to recharge, mentally; to be aware of their feelings and practise the vital skill of switching off the constant noise of 21st century life.

Melissa Comins: Economics and Business Studies teacher at St Benedict’s, and member of the Chaplaincy team. www.stbenedicts.org.uk

Meditation has huge benefits: it can produce the neurotransmitter serotonin, which regulates our mood and alleviates anxiety

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How parents can help graduates

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So, what can you do to help? s a parent, you may be wondering why it is so difficult • Understand and convey the importance of the nine key for your child to land a job if they have recently employability skills. graduated. If they graduated last year or the year before • Work out with them what type of career would suit them best. and are still underemployed, then both you and they will • Ensure their CV has their employability skills clearly laid out. be under extreme stress by now.

If their CV is not gaining them interviews then there is something The truth is, it has become increasingly difficult for graduates wrong with it. to land graduate jobs. It may seem ludicrous, but even before the • Concentrate on their interview technique and competency. The pandemic there was an oversupply of graduates in the job market. average graduate spends just 36 minutes preparing for this lifeWith the market down 60% this year, most graduates are now having changing event! We spend 36 hours prepping graduates, because to compete with up to 300 others for every position. preparation makes for perfection.

Their task is made even more difficult as 90% of them don’t • Make sure they understand it’s going to be a difficult transition know: this year…

• How to create an employer-ready CV. If they aren’t completely confident, think about • What career would suit them best. coaching them yourself or getting specialist help.

• How to interview well.

Now more than ever, getting that elusive first foot • About the nine key employability skills – THE DETAILS on the ladder needs dedication, resilience and expert understanding and being able to articulate help. You wouldn’t expect your son or daughter to these skills is fundamental to landing a Graduate Coach has helped achieve academic, sporting or artistic success without graduate-level job. over 5,000 graduates into great coaching, would you? It’s the same with graduate Most graduates and many parents still think a careers and offers a wide range career success. Managers get specialist ongoing job great degree from a good university will ensure of help, including internships. To coaching from their employers. Shouldn’t graduates career success. With 85% now graduating with find out more, visit be given the same opportunities to help them become a 1st or a 2:1 and half with a master’s degree www.graduatecoach.co.uk or the ideal candidate? as well, academic excellence counts for a lot phone us on 0207 0149547. less with employers. They want graduates they don’t need to train, who are fully work-ready and have demonstrated they understand the world of work.

Therefore, if recent graduates don’t have these skills, they are going to have to acquire them fast. You should encourage your child to take online courses, carry out volunteer work and see what you and any contacts you may have can do to get them vital work experience. Internships will be critical.

Fact: 95% of employers will not consider a graduate who has no work experience.

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EDUCATION

Infinite Opportunities

at UCS, Hampstead

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upils at University College School in Hampstead achieved programme which enables students to develop a greater appreciation record-breaking GCSE and A-Level exam results in 2019 of their intended specialist areas for university applications. but, on a recent visit, the Good Schools Guide felt that it This impressive provision within the timetable is matched by an was the “infinite opportunities for thought, exploration equally varied co-curricular menu. Robotics Club is well attended by and discovery” which made a UCS education so distinctive. The boys in the Lower School; Model United Nations is popular in the provision of these opportunities is simply staggering, but UCS does Middle School; and Pyrotechnics & the Gender Politics Group are so much more. popular and active societies within the Sixth Form.

Pupils are taught to take their chances, and their ambition and University College School prides itself on the breadth of drive is nurtured by the strong pastoral care at all levels. Lessons are opportunities it provides to all pupils whether they are in the Precaptivating and dynamic. Teachers inspire pupils and enable them Prep Junior Branch or Senior School. to develop their skills relating to the “four Rs” of a UCS education: From the classroom to the redeveloped sports fields, from the resilience, relationships, resourcefulness teaching laboratory to the drama studio, the and responsibility. The freedom of subject opportunities at this school in Hampstead are truly choice throughout the UCS curriculum “infinite”.

THE DETAILS gives pupils the ownership of their learning that they crave. In year 9, pupils can choose UCS Senior School, Frognal, which languages to study from a selection Hampstead, NW3 6XH of five modern (French, German, Spanish, Tel:020 7435 2215 Mandarin and Italian) and two classical www.ucs.org.uk @UCSHampstead (Latin and Ancient Greek). There is in email: seniorschool@ucs.org.uk addition a wide choice of creative subjects on offer in Year 9, including Computer Science, and at GCSE, pupils have an almost free choice; for example, they can opt to study only one science.

Many pupils choose to study all three sciences but this freedom of choice allows those whose strengths are in the arts or humanities to study subjects which are more in line with their natural interests.

In the Sixth Form, where the school becomes co-educational, the range of subjects offered is remarkable. History of Art, Psychology, Politics and Mandarin are well established. Friday afternoons are devoted to an academic enrichment and higher education preparation

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New Approach to Learning at St. Francis’ College

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t’s the best of worlds and the worst of worlds! Life in lockdown has been a real challenge for schools. St. Francis’ College has embraced that challenge determined to continue opening the hearts and minds of our students and engendering a sense of community spirit even though separated remotely by screens.

We have felt it is important to ensure continuity of learning, encouragement and personal development during this time. To this end, we made sure we provided a very high quality provision offering a selection of approaches to teaching and learning including face to face teaching which reflects the variety used in the classroom. Staff have been committed to ensuring each pupil’s learning needs are being met by answering individual queries from pupils and responding to parental questions via e mail. The College has continued to provide pastoral support and care through form times, assemblies and individual teacher attention.

We have delivered a full timetable including PE workouts, Individual needs support, even music lessons as well as addressing issues of screen time and workload to ensure personal well-being in this new environment.

The College is providing the highest possible standard of education under these extraordinary conditions and whilst we cannot provide the daily social interaction and hubbub of friendship groups, we are delivering all other aspects of the curriculum spiritually, intellectually, pastoraly and morally.

To help our families feel connected and supported, we invite parents to our weekly assemblies, provide daily

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briefings and encouragement and share information promptly. Daily challenges and quizzes support our enrichment programme and provide stimulation. Our Science Department has donated PPE locally in order to support the wider community.

So many of our parents send daily messages of support, thanks and encouragement to us.

St. Francis’ College has stayed true to our motto ‘one heart , one soul ‘ and remains a community unified in its commitment to the education and development of the young women in our care.

We are looking forward to seeing our students back in school very soon.

Please contact our Admissions Office for more information about St. Francis’ College.

St Francis College, Broadway, Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire, SG6 3PJ Tel. +44 (0) 1462 670511

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The principles of preparing for a whole school reopening The new Principal of Queen Ethelburga’s talks about planning for a September reopening, for all age groups, and his vision for the Collegiate.

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tarting the next academic year as the new Principal of Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate will be a very different experience to that which I had envisioned when I was first appointed. Having been in education over 30 years, 17 of these as the head of large UK and international independent schools, I’ve seen some change in practice. The challenges facing schools across the UK in preparing for full reopening in September - as we’ve heard said many times already - are unprecedented.

With key worker and Forces boarding students staying on campus throughout lockdown, and a successful welcoming of our Reception, Year 1 and Year 6 cohort in early June, we now have plenty of experience of operating in a controlled lockdown. QE has complied with, and gone beyond, the measures required by government and we have committed ourselves to the BSA School Safe Charter. We are using this experience to ensure we have adaptable plans in place, as we welcome students back at the start of term.

We have issued guidance to our students and parents on the measures we are taking to keep the campus as safe as possible, whilst maintaining the welcoming and happy atmosphere that they know and love. Our location is ideal. Queen Ethelburga’s benefits from a highly secure, rural campus, set in the stunning North Yorkshire countryside.

It is looking increasingly likely that school will be

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reopening in September without the social distance restrictions we have now, however, we are still planning to bring our boarders back two weeks earlier in August, so that we can offer quarantine if necessary, but also to offer a curriculum preparation programme for the year ahead.

Our priorities for the next year build on QE’s success story to date. We know that the key to academic excellence is the consistency in quality of teaching, therefore this will always be the focus for the Collegiate. Continuous improvement is also key. We will be reflecting on everything we do and will always seek feedback from our students, parents and teachers so that we understand our community needs and find ways to meet them. We will continue to find ways to broaden and improve the curriculum and enrichment opportunities we offer, and extend students learning beyond the restraints of the classroom. We will use our recent online teaching and learning experience to develop our IT strategy, taking the opportunity to develop e-learning in an impactful way. Through our academic, pastoral and enrichment programmes, we will continue to develop the personal qualities of our students, such as leadership, resilience, critical thinking and responsibility. As always, we will prioritise the safeguarding, health and wellbeing of all our students and staff.

To find out more about QE, visit www.qe.org

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Keeping you looking and feeling your best

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Fashion & Beauty SUMMER LOVING

This popular everyday tote bag has a Limited Edition interior make over! Still the perfectly sized everyday carry all that you love, but with the added beauty of a hand silkscreen printed lining. Ethically hand crafted with sturdy, cotton canvas dyed using natural pigments extracted from the colourful African soil - each bag has a unique and warm tone. The beautiful striped cotton scarf in ivory is completely handmade using traditional weaving techniques. This beautifully soft, natural ivory scarf is perfect to keep near for all seasons. Keep cosy with it wrapped up snug around your neck, tie the edges together to make an infinity style scarf or style loosely when the weather warms. www.oncewaslost.com

ELEGANT & UNDERSTATED

Osterley Collection razors feature an elegant, understated contemporary design. Polished by hand to an impeccable mirror finish simply highlights the subtle linear detailing of this beautiful shaving accessory.

An exquisite shaving item, weighty and perfectly balanced for an impressive wet shave. www.wildeandharte.co.uk

ET FABULOUSothFE ing treat POSITIVE ENERGY

This unique handmade bracelet features a gorgeous blue chalcedony stone. Chalcedony is believed to absorb negative energy and enhance feelings of generosity and goodwill.

A lovely piece of jewellery, special enough to be worn on its own or to with a stack of other bangles. www.aamjewellery.co.uk

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Introducing the wrap maxi dress to see you through every occasion.

This summery dress comes in a feminine silhouette that will cinch in at the narrowest part of your waist and has flattering angel sleeves.

Featuring a tie-wrap front. The bold colour and striking print will turn heads, whilst the shape and design remain timeless. www.wearthlondon.com

IRIS is the perfect clutch bag or can be used as a glamorous case for your tablet. The opulent Botanical jacquard is paired with a luxurious soft pink velvet and edged with a deep forest green fringing. All topped off with a decadent oversized tassel! Inside is lined with a vibrant contrasting lime green satin. There are rings inside the bag so you can attach a strap if you wish. Everything we do is made in the UK and is limited edition - we don’t want everyone to be the same now do we? www.charltonisland.com

Mini Blossom Handbag, vegan apple leather ÂŁ300 Red Onyx Yellow gold bracelet ÂŁ2,300

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Fashion & Beauty

Make-up artists share their top tips for a naturally sun-kissed look. Katie Wright gets her glow on.

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3. Incorrect placement “After you prep properly, then you can start to look where your placement goes,” says Carta. “With bronzer, it’s across the cheekbones and across the bridge of the nose where the sun would hit you naturally.”

You can also use matte bronzer to gently contour your face.

“So if you’ve got a wide face, you want to slim it down by putting bronzer in certain areas,” Carta says. “Use the same placements that you would do with contouring technique, which is a ‘C’ shape around the temples.”

“Skincare is a tool to make your skin beautiful and healthy and glowing”

With holidays to sunny, far-flung destinations pretty much impossible right now, if you want a tan this summer, the old ‘fake it till you make it’ adage is more relevant than ever.

Bronzer is the easiest option if you want to get a gorgeous glow in no time, but it’s still possible to go overboard, pick the wrong shade or end up with uneven patches.

That’s why we’ve enlisted a pair of pro make-up artists to school us on how to create a subtle, sun-kissed look with either cream or powder formulas.

Here are five common mistakes - and how to avoid them, plus our pick of the best bronzing products.

1. Not prepping skin properly “Skincare is a tool to make your skin beautiful and healthy and glowing,” says Julia Carta, celebrity makeup artist on behalf of Cetraben. “Using skincare the right way, you’re going to get a beautiful canvas.”

She recommends moisturising with Cetraben Natural Oatmeal Moisturising Cream (£6.99 - was £8.99, Boots), which will create a smooth, hydrated base, whether you’re using cream or powder bronzer.

2. Choosing the wrong shade “Making sure you get the right bronzer for your skin tone is so important, because getting the wrong one can either make you look orange, ashy or like there’s no make-up on you,” says Bobbi Brown make-up artist Zara Findlay.

How do you find the perfect shade? “Your bronzer should be the same undertone as your skin - cool, warm, olive, or neutral - and should be the natural colour your skin tans,” Findlay says.

“The easiest way to see if it is the perfect colour for you, is to place the bronzer against your chest and see if the bronzer lifts and compliments your skin tone.”

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4. Only using one type of bronzer Bronzers usually fall into one of two camps: matte or shimmer. Carta recommends combining the two to create a three-dimensional look.

“Use the matte where you put your contouring powder, then where you want your highlights, use the the shimmery one.

“That’s a clever way of doing it - it’s what I do a lot when I’m working on celebrities, because it gives them that beautiful subtle glow.”

5. Forgetting your neck The cheekbones are the most important area for bronzer, but it’s important to finish off with a light dusting of colour over the rest of the face to even out your skin tone.

“Always bring the bronzer down to your neck - you don’t want to look like two separate people!” Carta warns.

“To define the jawline and get rid of a double chin, you should blend it in - and don’t forget your ears as well.”

Bronzer best buys From cult classics to hot new launches, get your glow on with these brilliant bronzing powders and creams.

Benefit Hoola Matte Bronzer, £27 Chanel Healthy Glow Bronzing Cream, £42 FeelUniqueMorphe Brontour Fantabulous, £12 Beached Rays For Days Natural Bronzer Serum, £21, Beauty Bay Dr Hauschka Translucent Bronzing Tint, £29.50, Look Fantastic Bobbi Brown Bronzing Powder Duo, £38, ASOS MUA Bronzed Perfection Golden Dunes, £4, Superdrug

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STRAPPY SANDALS

Fashion & Beauty

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A pair of sexy, ankle-tie sandals is a must-have this summer. Katie Wright reveals her top picks.

Dune Monique Pink Spaghetti Strap Stiletto Heel Sandals, £52 (was £70)

Topshop Black Wrap Sandals, £26.10 (was £29)

oliver bonas Rope Tie Black & White Studded Sandals, £49.50

River Island Gold Chain Ankle Barely There Heeled Sandals, £45

If you make one purchase from the shoe department this summer, it has to be a pair of strappy sandals - but not just any kind.

The focus is firmly on the ankles this season, at least according to the catwalks, where skiny straps, ropes and ribbons of all kinds were wound round models’ legs.

At JW Anderson, the rope-ties of flat sandals were wrapped round trouser legs too, proving the transitional power of this trend - but now that we’re heading into summer proper, it’s all about bare legs and sexy sandals.

That doesn’t mean you have to totter around on stiletto heels, however. Take your cue from Toga SS20 with Nineties-style squaretoed flats, or chunky ‘flatforms’ for a bit of height with maximum comfort.

As for stilettos, there are plenty of party-ready options out there too, from rainbow-bright hues to metallic tones with chain detailing.

Spurred by the catwalk focus on natural materials such as raffia, espadrilles with extra-long ankle ties are making a comeback too.

Whether flat or wedge, neutral toned or in a summery bright, they’re perfect for pairing with floaty dresses or linen shorts.

New Look White Leather-Look Ankle Tie Flatform Sandals, £25.99

Air & Grace Ibiza Natural Raffia Espadrille, £99

Shoeaholics Collection Cadiz Yellow Wedges, £24

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Axiology The Bullet Lipstick in Infinite, £24, ASOS

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M&S Matte Lipstick in Berry, £10

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s summer approaches, we tend to put our winter clothes away and bring out our warm weather outfits. The same ethos is often applied to our beauty bags: when the sun comes out, we pack up our dark lipsticks and eyeshadows in favour of brighter colours.

However, this doesn’t always have to be the case. While you might associate berry lipsticks with autumn and winter, designers like MaxMara and Rick Owens made a strong case for darker pouts this season. It’s a surprising choice for the spring and summer months, but still totally wearable. It’s a way of experimenting with make-up without having to draw anything wacky on your face, or even learn any new techniques.

Admittedly, you don’t want to look like Morticia Addams did your make-up in the middle of summer, which is why we asked Stila’s lead make-up artist Sascha Jackson for her top tips...

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methods of her own, saying: “You can use some lip balm and an old toothbrush and gently scrub your lips until super smooth. Or, my personal favourite is making my own home-made lip scrub using coconut oil and brown sugar (if you only have white then that’s fine too). Mix them together in a small pot and work into the lips for a minute or two, then wipe away. Your lips will be super-smooth and soft.”

Preparation

With any type of make-up, it’s important to prep your skin properly so the products glide on seamlessly. The same logic applies to your lips - and priming them is even more important when you’re wearing a bold, statement colour.

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Fashion & Beauty

Burt’s Bees Lipstick in Russet River, £9.99, Holland & Barrett

SUQQU Vibrant Rich Lipstick in Hanasumi, £30, Harrods

For super-hydrated lips, you might be tempted to use lip balm or oils before applying lipstick, but Jackson warns against this as they “may hinder the performance of your lipstick - so make sure you wipe away any excess product”.

Application

Luckily, applying lipstick is one of the easiest things you can do in the world of make-up - all you need to do is draw the colour onto the shape of your pout.

However, Jackson says: “The bolder colour, the more precise you will need the finish to be” - so you might want to try something different than just swiping on lipstick. She suggests using a lip brush or a small, dense eyeshadow brush: “Load up the brush, then start by lining your lips, as you would a lip liner. Lining first makes sure you have crisp, neat edges. Then, you can then fill in the middle and any gaps - making sure your lips are evenly coated with product.”

Finishing off the look

Illamasqua Antimatter Lipstick in Turntable, £10 (was £20)

Jackson calls this trend for darker lips a “welcome change from the usual summery shades of corals and pinks. But wearing a darker, bold lip in the summer months needs adapting from how you would perhaps wear it in the winter season, to make sure it keeps within the summer vibe.”

This means you need to think about how your dark lip pairs with the rest of your make-up. Instead of going for a smokey eye, Jackson

Bobbi Brown Lip Color in Blackberry, £24.50

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says: “I love pairing a dark berry lip with a contrasting pop of colour on the eyes. Nothing bold or crazy - just a bright eyeliner or a wash of a pastel shade will do. Think of wearing a dark berry lip with a yellow eyeliner, or pairing a deep burgundy brown lip with a wash of turquoise shadow.”

She also recommends using bright and summery make-up for your skin. “Keep everything light and glowy,” Jackson suggests. “Try using an illuminating primer under your foundation, use highlighter on the cheekbones and high points of the face, and try to keep textures to a cream formula, as opposed to matte powder. This will make sure it sets off against the darker lip Stila Shine Fever Lip Vinyl in and ties in nicely with Supercharge, £17 summer fashion and trends.”

HOME & GARDEN

A collection of London’s finest house and garden companies

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Hodkin & Jones The Finest Quality The beauty of fine plaster mouldings was the business of Herbert Hodkin of Hodkin & Jones in 1868 and from those early beginnings for over 150 years now, the company have been associated with the design, manufacture and installation of quality fibrous plaster products still produced by hand now as then.

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odkin & Jones range of mouldings offers one of the most comprehensive selections of fibrous plaster mouldings available. With traditional elegant cornices from Georgian, Victorian, Gothic, Regency and Art Deco periods right through to popular modern day contemporary stepped cornices.

Often Architects and Interior Designers create designs not available from standard ranges, which is where Hodkin & Jones offer a bespoke service. From drawings they are able to manufacture mouldings to exact dimensions specified, whether it is a bespoke ceiling design to create a grand space or a cornice specific to the particular project they are working on.

Restoration of Listed buildings and historical properties is also a speciality of Hodkin & Jones with many buildings having mouldings reproduced and installed by their team of fixers, overseen by a dedicated contracts manager.

Many of the most exclusive properties in London have mouldings from Hodkin & Jones, but confidentiality agreements are strictly

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THE DETAILS For more information, visit the company’s web site on www.hodkinandjones.co.uk.

For a free catalogue or to discuss your requirement, call the sales team on 01246 641214

adhered to by the company, so unless clients, or their representatives allow promotional documentation, the company would never allow images to be taken and used for marketing purposes.

This would be a stumbling block for many companies needing images to promote their company, but as a lot of business undertaken

by Hodkin & Jones is from architects and interior designers who are already aware of their reputation and also recommendation from contractors who have worked previously with them, this is not a major issue but of course they are always delighted when they are allowed to showcase their work.

Hodkin & Jones undertake projects both nationwide and overseas with installers working on a daily basis in London and the surrounding counties. They also have there own transport department to ensure all products are delivered safely and on time.

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Interiors Lockdown launch

An established business woman who has always dreamed of a career in interiors has launched a new home interiors business. April Bowden from Northumberland, has set up Home Luxe Co after seeing more and more people turn to home improvement projects during the lockdown. www.homeluxeco.com

MARVELLOUS MARBLE Introducing original marbled wallpaper prints made in the traditional Japanese Art of Suminagashi, meaning ‘floating ink’ The process of Suminagashi involves colours being placed on the water surface, which then begin to expand on the water. They are only encouraged to move by air, nothing else disturbs the surface. The colours move in an organic way - when a dynamic pattern has been shaped, Natascha makes a print by placing and moving the paper on the water. Each piece is unique. Colour combinations are inspired by paintings such as Klimt, Monet and Van Gogh’s Starry Night, marbled in blues, yellow and gold. Contemporary pieces are created with bolder colours including neons. www.natmaks.com

Suns up, shades down Lutron Sivoia QS Triathlon is the most fashionable, flexible, and reliable motorised blind system available today. This battery-powered solution features industryleading battery life and is easy to install and maintain, making it perfect for retrofit applications.

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Bright Interiors for the Summer

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Introducing a mirror to a room is one of the easiest ways to update a space. Melody Maison’s mirrors collection spans a wide array of styles, sizes and colours as well as a range of prices. They update this collection monthly to make sure customers stay on trend. Melody Maison design, manufacture and distribute French style furniture to all corners of the globe, and have many thousands of satisfied customers worldwide. www.melodymaison.co.uk

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Espresso Design the world’s coolest kitchens

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To be the best in our industry, a company needs more than great products and design skills. At Espresso Design we’re not just experts at creating beautiful spaces. We specialise in dealing with the practicalities and logistics of delivering complicated projects whilst offering excellent value for money and brilliant customer service.

During lockdown we have been working virtually, sharing our digital work directly with clients at home. This hasn’t been a difficult adjustment as we have always designed in a virtual environment. Many clients enjoy the freedom this technology offers, and our designers are very experienced at working THE DETAILS with the latest platforms and 3D software to create Visit us for coffee and a chat at: a digital reality for their 149 St John’s Hill, projects.

London SW11 1TQ In line with the Tel 0207 078 9912. latest health and safety guidelines, we are now Unit 203/4, Design Centre East, delighted to announce the Design Centre Chelsea Harbour re-opening of our Chelsea SW10 0XE Harbour and Wandsworth Tel 0207 078 9912 showrooms on an appointment basis.

We have recently completed an extensive re-fit of both showrooms and are delighted to introduce four stunning new ranges from Cesar.

• The award-winning Intarsio range takes its inspiration from traditional marquetry to create doors with distinctive cross directional veneers. These units pair beautifully with marble and other luxury materials to create truly unique kitchens.

• The 50’s is a modern interpretation of iconic 1950’s bookcase design re-imagined for dining and living areas. The unit is based around aluminium vertical supports with built-in dimmable lighting.

The versatile structure can accommodate everything from ovens to glass and bottle cabinets, alongside open units.

• The Williamsburg range is based around a cast iron and marble island inspired by the modern bridge construction. Side supporting structures are bridged by a suspended horizontal element. The island conveys solidity and strength with a light, slender aesthetic. The result is a stunning, perfectly functional and eminently social space.

The UNIT range is a striking freestanding island solution that is elegant, timeless and versatile.

Fifteen years after we started Espresso, we are still driven by the same objective: to deliver a truly customer focused approach to award-winning design. We are an organised, stable and well-funded business with an exemplary track record of delivering beautifully designed interiors and excellent customer service.

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Botanical Wall Murals fit for a Castle

With varying designs from tropical jungle styles to mellow meadow scenes, the non-repetitive murals will provide a sense of luxury and serenity in a variety of rooms and because of the amount of detail that goes into each piece of art, you will continuously discover new elements and forever be intrigued. View the full collection of botanical designs at www.wallsauce.com.

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reators of made-to-measure wallpaper murals, Wallsauce. com has welcomed mural artists, Sir Edward to its botanical designer collection.

Amsterdam-based interior design studio, Sir Edward holds a passion for wall murals. Their style of antique landscapes has been heavily influenced by the wall paintings commonly found in old castles, colonial mansions and canal houses.

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WARDROBES - BOOKCASES - CABINETS - STORAGE REFURBISH EXISTING KITCHEN DOORS & FURNITURE

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he Wilkinson family have been in the glass business since the 1920’s, when Frank Wilkinson had a glass cutting shop in Stourbridge, the home of the English crystal industry.

Currently David Wilkinson, the third generation of the family to run the business with his wife Mandy, their 4 daughters and the office dog Oscar. David is recognised as one of the UK’s most knowledgeable authorities on historic lighting.

In 1986 David was granted the Royal Warrant of Appointment to HM the Queen as glass restorer and still holds the honour today. Their shiny black vans with the royal coat of arms are instantly recognisable around London.

They are able to recreate almost any chandelier by copying originals or by working with new designs and drawings. They have the skills and expertise to use a combination of new or antique pieces from their stock and newly blown glass and metalwork to construct chandeliers in a variety of styles and sizes.

Now based in rural Bredgar in Kent, they employ 18 staff manufacturing and restoring chandeliers and glassware from all over the world, they also clean customer’s chandeliers on site particularly for the City Livery Halls, private banks and clubs.

They take chandeliers apart and clean them by hand. They do

not spray them with solvents that can cause untold damage and leave a film to attract dust. Whilst onsite, they will check over the chandelier for electrical faults and damaged parts and will compile a report for the customer. They also carefully pack chandeliers for shipping and they have a warehouse for storing customers chandeliers and lights while they are having renovation works at their properties.

Wilkinson regularly work or clean the chandeliers at all the Royal Palaces in London and their other customers include several middle eastern royal families, the National Trust, English Heritage and dozens of stately homes.

Spencer House in St James’s is undoubtedly London’s finest surviving 18th century town house and they have 5 of Wilkinson’s finest Adam style chandeliers, a short walk away, the magnificent Lanesborough Hotel on Hyde Park Corner has 50 handmade Wilkinson chandeliers from the suite of three huge Baltic style chandeliers in the Michelin starred Celeste restaurant to fine reproductions of 19th century English chandeliers by Perry and F&C Osler Their highly skilled glass cutters are able to remove chips from the rims of glasses, bowls and vases, remove stains from decanters and fit new legs, bowls and feet to wine glasses.

2020 will be remembered for the year of the coronavirus but it will also mark a new chapter in the Wilkinson company history. New glass melting furnaces have been built and assembled a few miles away at their industrial unit in Sittingbourne and renowned glass blower Carl Nordbruch will give Wilkinson’s a unique edge, being able to blow, cut and polish anything in lead crystal. www.wilkinson-ltd.com 01795 830000

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Adding a touch of shine to a building Awnings in a new metal look as a special highlight

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he metal style has long since been a focal element in the furnishing world – whether furniture, accessories, wall colours or façade elements.

Now awnings too are starting to appear in the hip metal style. Metallic paints are now embellishing three models from manufacturer markilux, giving awnings a sense of anything from classic to modern chic.

Metal is elegant and robust. And that is why it has become popular for furnishings and in interior design. The trend has now spread to the awning world. Manufacturer markilux is offering its award-winning models MX-3, MX-1 and MX-1 compact as a metal version with a new colour range: the “Selection MX”.

Style suits every building

“The surfaces, which range from natural to elegant, and the timeless design of the awnings result in a harmonious duet”

The colours are intended to further underline the individual chic of the three awnings. The front panels of the models now feature real metal paint and are radiant in earthy copper tones, bronze and brass. The high metal content means the special paints naturally develop an attractive, almost artistic patina the older they get. This rustic charm, encased in a modern awning design, particularly suits older buildings and country house architecture. As does the version in black/ silver or white/silver effect paint with a metallic grain. Luxurious colours, which are more on the classic side, team up with metallic shades in warm ruby red and amber, in emerald green and pebble beige.

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Nowadays not only tables, chairs or walls feature the trendy metal look: awnings are now also beginning to appear in this style. Manufacturer markilux is offering three of its models with a completely new panel colour range: the “Selection MX”. Its colours suit every type of building.

They add pure elegance to the understated colours of the awning housing, something that perfectly suits current living trends.

The surfaces, which range from natural to elegant, and the timeless design of the awnings result in a harmonious duet – all corresponding to the colours and materials of the garden, patio and furniture.

Choosing colours made simple

To ensure customers quickly find the perfect awning, the “Selection MX” range offers ten coordinated recommendations for colour combinations of panel, housing and awning cover. The MX-3 also comes in eight additional tone-in-tone options from the “Special Architecture edition”.

This edition focuses on vibrant shades of the previous colour variants, which are still also available, and on non-colour accents.

Naturally, customers can arrange all colours individually to suit their own particular taste in the range offered. This means everyone can express their preference for special colour effects and materials in their own personal style, right down to their awning.

For further information, please visit: www.markilux.com

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Simple Ways To Feng Shui Finding calm and positive energy at home has never felt more important, says Sam Wylie-Harris.

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With a growing focus on finding comfort at home and turning our living spaces into calming sanctuaries, this year has reignited our interest in Feng Shui.

The ancient Chinese practice is all about creating harmony in a space - but goes far beyond using colour and light to create the right ambience, for instance.

Strategically placing furniture to promote wellness, using artwork and living plants to get the right vibes and keeping rooms clear of clutter all factor.

Based on the belief there’s a continuous flow of ‘chi’ - or energy between an individual and their surroundings, thinking about how to arrange our objects to promote good work-life balance has additional appeal right now, with so many more of us adapting to life without a commute.

There’s plenty of scope for Feng Shui to feature in gardens and patios too, for an extra boost when you throw open the doors or look out the window.

“The practice of Feng Shui aims to strike a balance between the self and the natural world. It can be applied to any room of the home, particularly outdoor spaces, where there’s already a connection with nature,” says Rosheen Forbes, commercial activity & events leader at IKEA UK & Ireland.

“Adding plants and greenery is an easy place to start, and depending on the ‘bagua’ (centre of energy), the colours you choose can increase the energy in certain areas. Calculating your bagua map is simple but needs approaching differently depending on your home,” Forbes adds.

“If you live in an apartment, align the bottom of the bagua map with the front entrance wall. If you live in a house, use a compass and place the ‘career area’ (bottom middle on the bagua map) where your compass indicates the north.

“So, when planning your garden, think about planting blue and purple flowers in your ‘wealth corner’ (south east), and pink, white and red flowers in the ‘relationship corner’ (south west) to increase the energy around love and partnerships.

“Furthermore, outdoor mirrors can be used to attract abundance. With its curved shape and smooth flowing lines, an oval mirror can be used to reflect the light from the sun, making the space feel bigger and brighter.

For smaller spaces, place two mirrors to face each other so the light bounces off, creating beautiful brightness.”

Fancy giving your home some Feng Shui magic? Read on for more tips on how to go about it...

“Strategically placing furniture to promote wellness, using artwork and living plants to get the right vibes and keeping rooms clear of clutter all factor”

Think about muted tones and textures

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coloured cushions or a wall decoration will brighten a room and tie the look together in one fell swoop.

Try to separate work and relaxation Another key Feng Shui tip is to keep your work space separate from your relaxation area, to help balance your work and home life and enable you to properly ‘switch off’ while working from home.

Out of sight, out of mind can only be a positive move on many levels - signalling when it’s time to end those video conferencing calls, light a candle and chill out.

And just in case you’re wondering, candles should be placed in the bagua of your home - as well as releasing daily stress, their glow brings fiery energy and will keep the ‘chi’ harmonious and happy.

But back to the business of a work station: slim, movable tables, deep enough for a laptop and bits and bobs will maximise your desk area, while taking up less room - and they can be rolled away when it’s time to log off. Ikea’s FJALLBO Laptop Table, £55, ticks all the right boxes - and can even double up as a drinks trolley in the garden.

Aim for minimal clutter

The starting point for any positive environment is to keep kitchen work surfaces and table tops as clear as possible. This might mean

tones mixed with natural materials and soft furnishing accessories immediately creates a calming effect. Try a natural wooden armchair (like our Croft Collection Frome Leather Armchair, £899, John Lewis), with muted colours on the walls and textured vases and ornaments with a soft rug or carpet underfoot,” says Law.

“The ancient Chinese practice is all about creating harmony in a space”

Keep colours positive if you’re not into neutral

Of course, colour is subjective, and what’s positive and calming to one person may be undesirable to another. Alex Whitecroft, head of design at I Want Wallpaper, suggests using colours that reflect your personal happiness - but try to avoid darker colours or too much black, as these can sap positive energy flows throughout the home.

“Brighter colours will have an immediately uplifting effect, so this may be the perfect opportunity to create a feature wall. You might even want to go so far as using your ‘commanding position’ (the spot furthest from the door and not in direct line with it) wall as the accent - and earn yourself double Feng-Shui points while you’re at it.”

If you’re not sure where to start, check out I Want Wallpaper’s Erismann Paradiso Tropical Leaves Pattern Wallpaper in Jungle Leaf Forest, £12.99 per roll. In Feng Shui, green is the colour of renewal, fresh energy and new beginnings and is believed to help relieve stress.

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having a good sort-out, and investing in some suitable storage solutions. “Old magazines, dusty ornaments and general bric-a-brac once placed in haste and never removed will not contribute to a positive energy environment,” says Whitecroft.

“If you find it hard to part with sentimental clutter, find a box to neatly pack it away. Do be cautious though - simply moving clutter from one spot to another won’t do much to aide your energy flow. Donate to charity shops or find a way to bid farewell to items in order to clear your space, and ultimately, your mind.”

Bring the outside in

If you’re short on outdoor space, stress not.

Think about bringing the outside in with some greenery. “Plants are a brilliant way to bring energy into the room, add colour and cleanse the air. They look great in natural baskets or ceramic vases and succulents are easy to care for,” says Law Last but not least, another important Feng Shui tool to build a soothing environment is to consider carved furniture with smooth

edges, over angular and sharp designs. Sharp edges and corners, otherwise known as bad energy ‘sha’, could have a negative effect when you’re unwinding - and right now it’s all about maximising the feel-good factor where we can and letting positive vibes flow!

“If you’re short on outdoor space, stress not. Think about bringing the outside in with some greenery”

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LUXURY LIGHTING:

A new collection from Nicola Schellander

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“But when I talk to them about all the other techniques I can use and the styles I can create they get really excited. It’s a great part of the process as this is when the ideas between us come alive. They really can get involved in the design process – even if they don’t have any idea what they want we can start from scratch. We might use a mood board and work on a brief together before I put some ideas together for them to see.”

Nicola’s lights are designed for kitchen counters, kitchen islands, dining tables and restaurants and are also ideal as a cascade in a stairwell or a hallway. She is also collaborating with a company to work on adapting the designs for bathrooms which is an emerging trend. The designs can then be made to IP45 bathroom lights standards.

The unique collection is available in 18 different colours, with 14 different flex colour options, but Nicola said she can also mix and match colours and create new colours to order.

Her creations are designed so that customers can choose to hang them on their own or in twos or threes or more. They can be mixed with different shapes, sizes or different colours, or can hang from different heights, for a more dramatic effect.

“I find that more and more of my clients are looking for customisable goods,” Nicola said.

“The majority of customers today want to know they’ve played a part in designing their home. I design my products so they can personalise them. They can stack and change, choose their own colours, there’s a lot they can do so whatever it is they decide to buy for their home they have a real input and can put their own stamp on the design.” www.nicolaschellander.com

“The unique collection is available in 18 different colours, with 14 different flex colour options”

uxury glassware and lighting designer and manufacturer Nicola Schellander has unveiled a new collection of bespoke hand-blown and hand-cast glass lighting and interior accessories.

Nicola, a multi-award-winning designer, draws on her years of experience in both the glass and crystal industries to create her unique, elegant designs including lights and chandeliers.

Inspired by a gap in the UK’s lighting market - which in the main relies on mass-produced imports - Nicola uses the finest craftsmanship to produce exquisite hand-sculpted designs which are customisable to the buyer’s own specifications.

Nicola said: “Perhaps contrary to popular belief, you can do anything with glass, and I realised this was a real niche.

“It’s a fascinating material. As part of my work I might mould it, cut it or curve it into shapes using a whole range of different implements. I can hand-sculpt and reheat it over and over to tease out different designs each time. The possibilities are endless.”

She added: “With the vast majority of lights in the UK they appear the same from every angle. I create my designs, so they give a different perspective from different angles. Each one is handmade rather than manufactured from moulds, to give them their uniqueness.”

Nicola counts interior designers and private buyers among her clients and says much of her enjoyment comes from demonstrating to them just how fluid glass can be.

She said: “Sometimes the fluidity of glass can be a real revelation to customers. So, when they first come to me they might be limited in their idea of what they want from me. In general, the majority might have an idea for a moulded design as generally that is what they have always been used to seeing.

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Outdoor Living

OUTSIDE ILLUMINATIONS To decorate your outside space, start with festoon lights, hang them as a single string or double up for added illumination, position them over outdoor seating to be enjoyed on warmer days. Then, it’s time to think about low-level lighting, place spotlights at ground level to illuminate shrubbery and trees, giving an instant wow-factor to the space. Finally add finishing touches such as wall lights near the door, which’ll be very practical once the sun has set and for an extra decorative touch place a pair of garden lanterns near the door. www.lights4fun.co.uk

ELEGANT LIVING Created to revolutionise the outdoor design world, MYSA’s handmade pieces are crafted with the most avant-garde materials, ensuring quality, sophistication and innovation in design. A unique luxury experience through carefully created products and passionate artists which strive to conceive furniture that exudes elegance, intricacy and emotion. www.mysaoutdoor.com

Perfect Pizzas

Gozney Roccbox is a restaurant grade portable pizza oven that makes outdoor entertaining fun again, providing a genuine alternative to the BBQ/traditional grill for those who want to push the boundaries of home cooking www.gozney.com

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If quiet time means gardening time, tools and accessories to make outdoor tasks even more enjoyable could prove to be a real gift. From kneelers to aprons, thermometers to barometers, there’s something for everyone, whether they’re gardening pros or simply enjoy a little potter for some rest and relaxation. www.gardentrading.co.uk

GET THE GLOW

Outdoor candles are the key to creating a Summer evening ambiance and are very versatile in their styling. You can choose to fit them in outdoor lanterns or place them on a table top. www.lights4fun.co.uk

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An Oakfields design is an enduring tribute to its owner’s good taste, uncompromising standards, and zest for life.

The Oakfields Group are committed to excellence.

Never have our homes been more important to us. During these very challenging times our homes and gardens have become a safe haven for all of us and the vast majority of us have been using our time to get around to those unfinished DIY jobs and for some this means looking at larger projects, to make our home just how we want it.

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he Oakfields Group specialise in extending the home with their impressive and very modern Winter Garden glass extensions, as well as a continuing heritage in stylish period conservatories and orangeries. They create almost everything in glass that you need; bespoke bi-folding and slim frame sliding doors, flat glass rooflights - that open, or very minimal roof lanterns.

The current trend in home renovations is to add a bespoke Winter Garden. Most people are confused as to the difference between a winter garden and normal conservatory. But there is a distinct

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THE OAKFIELDS GROUP has a lineage going back two generations • A heritage based upon accurate period design and artisanship in traditional conservatories • A reputation for delivering unique designs and creating very special buildings and structures • A new journey taking this expertise and knowledge to explore modern leading-edge products and designs • A group unique in the UK that delivers both the traditional and the modern

Many of us are looking at how to create more living space as we continue to adapt how we live and work. One of the easiest ways to achieve this is by adding a stunning Winter Garden, conservatory, or orangery. Or, if you simply want to extend your space to enjoy the garden more, then the latest in louvred pergolas and atrium glass rooms may be your answer. difference – comfort. A winter garden creates a bio-climatic environment - a natural space cooled in summer by air flow, shaded by stunning in-built canopies, and then warmed in winter by the sun’s rays and the latest in high performance glass really keeps the heat in! A perfect glass room that really can be used all year round.

These stunning glass and aluminium designs certainly add the wow factor and suit all styles of home, whether it’s a modern or period property. Their glass designs can also act as a link-way to different parts of your home, providing a light and airy room which can be used for any purpose, as a kitchen extension which we all know is now the hub of the home, a separate office space, or an entertainment room for the whole family.

Not only do winter gardens add a luxurious addition to any home, but the extra room and unique design will also add value to your property.

THE DETAILS Oakfields work throughout the UK and can also undertake international projects.

To find out how to transform your home contact The Oakfields Group. Their showroom is based in the beautiful North Yorkshire countryside near Harrogate, and they also offer an remote design consultation that you can book online.

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‘Kiss my kitchen!’

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hey say that the kitchen is the heart of the home, and over the past few weeks this sentiment has most definitely been proved true!

Not just a practical room where meals are prepared and often served, it’s become the real hub of the home. From home schooling and a ‘hot desk’ office space to stay-at-home dinner parties, the kitchen has become the soul of the home as well as the heart.

Many amateur chefs and home bakers have embraced lockdown, finding the time to try new and exciting recipes, often with the help of younger, budding cooks too! Even those reluctant cooks have been forced to re-discover their kitchens, learning some basic culinary skills. Who hasn’t tried sourdough bread recently?

Along with the attention that has been put into creating these lockdown meals, people have come to appreciate just how valuable sitting and eating together is – real quality time!

Having spent so much time in lockdown in your home, whether you want to ‘kiss your kitchen’ because it’s done you proud or ‘kiss your kitchen goodbye’ and can’t wait to see the back of it, the chances are that there’s something you want to change!

Ideally situated between East Sheen and Richmond on Upper Richmond Road is Ray Munn Kitchens. It’s a fabulous showroom that’s provided private clients, interior designers and architects, and even some celebrities with the kitchen of their dreams.

Proudly independent for over 10 years, the showroom displays include inspirational settings from leading Italian kitchen manufacturers and bespoke kitchens, handcrafted by some of the top British manufacturers.

With kitchens to suit all budgets, Ray Munn’s most popular kitchens are supplied by the Arredo 3 and Davonport brands. Arredo 3 is based in Italy and offers exciting and contemporary styled kitchens, mixing on-trend THE DETAILS finishes with glass and woodgrain, whilst a For more information Davonport kitchen offers on Ray Munn Kitchens the discerning homeowner or to contact them, a truly bespoke design, visit their website at with customised and raymunnkitchens.co.uk painted units. or call 0208 487 5774 The established and and ‘Kiss your old kitchen highly talented team of goodbye forever!’. designers at Ray Munn have worked on many different projects during the past 10 years, transforming compact kitchens to large, open plan spaces, all with the same care, attention to detail and stylish touches that are synonymous with a Ray Munn Kitchen.

Working with local builders and architects, the experienced team at Ray Munn can oversee your entire kitchen project by offering a design and installation process, leaving you to enjoy a stress free transformation with minimum inconvenience.

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“The pandemic has been a global shock and a wake up call in so many ways, telling us now is the time to act and become more sustainable in our buying practices”

t was almost four years ago when Hampshirebased bespoke furniture company, celebrated 50 years in business. How the world has changed since then! The close-knit team at Conquest, like so many other businesses, have had to adapt and respond to the pandemic. The Conquest team have been adjusting their service with showroom visits by appointment, design consultations by video link and strict social distancing during manufacture and fitting so they are able to continue to offer a personal and excellent customer experience.

A Bespoke Renaissance

The pandemic has not only made us rethink our work practises but our buying behaviour, our homes and our impact on the environment. Could it perhaps have added a sense of belief in our ability to bring about dramatic change - a belief that change on a global scale is possible?

Conquest’s founder and inspiration John Adey, who recently celebrated his 78th birthday certainly thinks so.

“A bespoke approach to furniture was already experiencing a renaissance as more people discovered the value of sustainable furniture and design without limitations. The pandemic has been a global shock and a wake up call in so many ways, telling us now is the time to act and become more sustainable in our buying practices.”

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Conquer Working From Home

We’ve all had to spend a lot more time working from home and Conquest’s designers know that it is possible to be much more productive with a home office that perfectly fits your needs. Beautifully, intelligently designed fitted home office furniture, including desks, shelving, drawers, cabinets and display space should all combine perfectly to create a comfortable refuge for action, reflection and creative thinking.

Dress in Style

A handcrafted fitted dressing room is perhaps one of life’s luxuries but a tailored dressing area in your bedroom can serve equally well.

A bespoke approach means that your dressing room or dressing area is designed to complement your home. It will provide the perfect storage solution for your clothes, shoes and accessories, meaning you will always look and feel your best.

The Ultimate Wine Cave

If wine is your passion then why not surround yourself with inspiration with a fitted wine cellar? Forget damp and dusty - think the ultimate relaxation and social space with everything that you need on hand. A wine cellar can be combined with entertainment systems, personalised lighting and smart home features for the perfect place to relax and enjoy some downtime. www.conquest-uk.com

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agoon Pools Ltd construct bespoke, specialised, mosaic finished Swimming Pools, Outdoor and Indoor, SPAS, Steam Rooms and Saunas. They are long term members of SPATA – the Swimming Pool and Allied Trades Association.

As a family run business with forty years of industry expertise, Lagoon Pools are renowned ‘Contemporary – Reliable – Experts.’

Based in Surrey, the company operates in and around the M25, Surrey, Berkshire and neighbouring counties. Regularly, the Lagoon Pools team can be seen operating amongst areas such as St. George’s Hill, Burwood Park, Cobham, Oxshott, Esher, Wentworth, Virginia Water, Putney, Richmond and many other areas.

They construct beautiful pools for family homes; working to meet individual client needs and delivering projects efficiently. Nothing gives the team at Lagoon more pride than to know their clients are enjoying their pools with family and friends.

Lagoon Pools also caters to the needs of many of Surrey’s leading luxury housing developers. Regarded as a trusted partner to developers, Lagoon delivers high-end projects to some of the finest homes in Surrey.

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Clean lines and polished finishes are an unbeatable combination.

Contemporary pools now come with incorporated seating, SPAS, fountain features, LED lighting, underwater speakers, energy efficient variable speed pumps, enhanced AFM anti-bacterial filtration media, Air source heat pumps, Thermo efficient safety

“Managing projects from start to finish, their tradesmen are highly skilled and dedicated to producing high quality projects at a quick pace”

spaces (Home SPAS) are now more popular than ever. Large home extensions that incorporate Pools, SPA’s, Sauna and Steam, are proven to give mental and physical health benefits. And with their vast experience in managing and delivering complete Indoor packages, Lagoon Pools will add value to your home and the quality of your life.

Managing projects from start to finish, their tradesmen are highly skilled and dedicated to producing high quality projects at a quick

covers, full Wi-fi connected autodosing systems and many more products and features. Now is the perfect time to invest in a pool that will take full advantage of industry digitisation – giving clean water, energy efficient options and unparalleled safety.

OUTDOOR OR INDOOR?

Outdoor pools bring Summer fun and relaxation for family and friends. There is nothing quite like enjoying a pool in the privacy of your own home. Those with outdoor pools, when the weather is good, have the un-rivalled advantage of instantly feeling on holiday!

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THE DETAILS Lagoon Pools Ltd, 229 Chertsey Road Addlestone, Surrey KT15 2EW 01932 569 569 info@lagoonpoolsltd.co.uk

pace. Lagoon Pools also offer a landscaping service for Outdoor builds.

SERVICING

Pool water maintenance and chemical balancing is key to providing clear, safe swimming water. Lagoon Pools service over one hundred pools across Surrey. Their client base is growing year on year and just as each pool is unique, each customer is unique and kept happy during the swim season.

SAFETY COVERS

A fully motorised in-built safety cover is paramount to pool safety.

Lagoon Pools highly recommend Safety Covers on every pool build, thus ensuring the safety of children and pets. They have a long-standing relationship with Poollock who provide leading edge technology and service to ensure all homeowners can have peace of mind when it comes to pool safety.

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Heat retention Safety Covers are now helping reduce energy consumption.

Lagoon Pools have helped countless families and Home developers realise their projects by delivering luxury pools efficiently, at the correct price and with attention to detail.

Combining to create all-round outstanding pools that will be used and loved for years.

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New Horizons New Home

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ince the end of March, the intrinsic value of home and family life has never been more relevant, with many of us living closer and more intimately than we are accustomed to – or possibly ever felt comfortable with!

The key to more harmonious co-habitation and survival, in many cases, has been planning space utilisation by creating zonal areas, either consciously or by default.

This in turn has led many of us to grasp the unique opportunity to reflect on our domestic environment, and the quality of life that we enjoy within the security and comfort of our homes. In some instances, it’s thrown plans and ideas for a future home project into sharp relief, with a real drive to make it happen sooner rather than later.

Richard Dudzicki, principle at RDA Architects, is optimistic about the future of home design, with the level of interest in home building, remodelling and renovating enquiries sharply increased in anticipation of relaxed ‘lockdown’ rules in the coming weeks.

“Like many of our clients, we were initially in a state of shock and uncertainty, wondering what the future held and how we would all cope. But as time has elapsed, the crisis in many cases has allowed homeowners to focus on their living space as an alternative to endless video calls, family routines and commuting. This additional time – we call it ‘bonus time’ – has, if anything, hastened ambitions to ‘do something’ about the way that we live and utilise untapped potential in our clients’ properties.”

THE DETAILS It’s not surprising that we are all taking a keen introspective eye to our surroundings, Richard Dudzicki and his team are using the added time to reflect and consider options available for project review bookings, Richard is passionate about space on whether to remodel or renovate our homes. It may and light, optimising external views and with further examples and testimonials be a far more palatable option to consider the best bringing the garden and greenery into the available by request. Call 020 8299 way to improve home lifestyle qualities and possibly home. In fact, so much so that RDA has 2222, or find out more by visiting: future proof against a move. This idea seems even become a leading proponent in the Passiv www.rdauk.com more attractive when weighing up the alternatives House movement, where sustainability of a post pandemic move, including the difficulties and conservation play a critical part in associated with socially distanced viewings, a possible dip in the each project’s planning and design options. value of your home, and whether your next ‘move’ is even on the “Client projects can vary from complete home remodelling and market! structural reshaping, paying all due respect to the location and As Richard continues, “where we seem to succeed with RDA is surrounding architecture, to iconic new builds and extraordinary taking the time to listen to our clients’ needs and what’s important to country houses.” them. The final project result is quite often an alternative solution to With the summer sun continuing to shine to illuminate every the reason for the original call. It takes a little bit of detective work aspect of homelife, it’s the perfect time to seize the moment and and listening to really understand what the key needs and issues are, create your very own grand design. Richard and his award-winning quite often having to strike a balance between the various individual team are on hand to enable you to realise the home lifestyle you’ve requirements of the house holders.” always wished for!

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Bridgman

Luxury Home and Garden Furniture

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or over 40 years, Bridgman has been designing, creating and supplying beautiful, comfortable furniture of quality and elegance. The luxury furniture company has five showroom locations including a beautiful showroom in New Zealand Avenue,Walton-on-Thames. Since their beginnings in 1977, Bridgman has created handmade British luxury crafted from the very best materials. The award-winning company believes that luxury furniture goes far beyond aesthetics as they can transform homes and gardens, allowing people to maximise the time spent relaxing and entertaining.

The First Ever Fully Waterproof Cushions

All of Bridgman’s garden furniture is made with quality materials that can remain outside all year long; in rain, snow, hail, sun… you name it.Bridgman is proud to have created the industry’s first and only fully waterproof seat and back cushions which are also virtually stain-proof. They have been tested against heavy rain and red wine stains and can withstand the odd coffee spill and even bleach. This means that with Bridgman furniture, people can spend more time enjoying their garden without the stress of bringing the cushions inside at the first spot of rain!.

These cushions are offered as standard

across Bridgman’s All Seasons range.

With thousands of happy customers (in fact, a survey shows that 98% of their customers were overjoyed with their product and service), Bridgman is a household name. Depending on the furniture collection you look at, they have guarantees up to an impressive 10 years.

Unique Furniture Collections Pure Collection

There are so many beautiful collections to pick from. For example, they have gorgeous dining and lounging collections handcrafted from durable All Seasons Pure rattan weave in mushroom brown.

The furniture boasts high-quality tables, chairs, unique fully waterproof cushions and an impressive 10 year guarantee.

National Trust Cliveden Collection

Another popular choice is the Cliveden Collection which was designed in collaboration with the National Trust and offers an effortless lounging and dining experience with its stunning pieces. This unrivaled All Seasons collection also has an impressive 10 year guarantee. The family-run business

“With Bridgman furniture, people can spend more time enjoying their garden without the stress of bringing the cushions inside at the first spot of rain!”

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Company. Robert Bridgman, son of our founder Peter Bridgman, established Snug Shack in 2019 and invented the Sofa in a Box. The Sofa in a Box is a high-quality and comfortable self-assembly sofa that is delivered within 3 days and takes just 3 minutes to assemble without the need for tools. Snug sofas can be found within Bridgman showrooms. You will find their dedicated sections sign-posted where you can try out the comfortable self-assembly sofas.

Visit Craig at the Bridgman showroom in Walton-on-Thames and experience the luxury of Bridgman home and garden furniture and the comfort and convenience of Snug Sofas first hand.

THE DETAILS is now the sole manufacturer producing garden furniture that bears the National Trust name suitable for the most discerning customer. A minimum of £20,000 will be paid to the National Trust through the sale of products in this collec

Bridgman, 22 - 24 New Zealand Avenue, Walton on Thames KT12 1QD Tel: 01932 242707

Special Offers

While stocks last, get yourself into the Walton on Thames showroom to find amazing deals on luxurious furniture. Their special offers, combined with their standard fast and free delivery, means you will be saving without compromising on style or comfort.

Caribbean Blinds

Bridgman customers can unwind on their luxurious furniture in the sun, shade or shelter beneath the award-winning terrace canopy with Caribbean Blinds. The canopies pair perfectly with Bridgman furniture as they mirror the quality and elegance. It certainly is a partnership of luxury. You will be able to view the beautiful products from Caribbean Blinds in the Walton on Thames showroom.

Bridgman’s Sister Company Snug

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“They have gorgeous dining and lounging collections handcrafted in colours from traditional browns to contemporary greys�

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IURI&JANE-HOME

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cclaimed international designers Iuri Shubladze and Jane Wilson-Marquis have launched their first collaborative collection, IURI&JANE-HOME. The line debuts with their new collection of midnight black and barely off white pillows. Their original designs and surface treatments such as hand painting and silk screening give a one-of-a-kind beauty and quality to their pillows.

Iuri is an innovative New York fashion designer creating oneof-a kind clutches, bags, scarves, and other accessories for men and women. His work has found a following among people all over the world and is regularly featured in shows and galleries. He is a graduate of New York’s elite Fashion Institute of Technology and, while at FIT, studied international fashion design in a special yearlong program at the Politecnico de Milano in Milan, Italy.

Jane, who is also based in New York, designs clothing for women who want a distinctive and original look. Her clothes have been featured in film, theater and television and exhibited in London, New

York City, and Singapore.

Jane, from the United Kingdom, comes from the world of modern dance and mixed media theater, and Iuri, from the country of Georgia, is a mixed media artist and painter as well as a fashion designer. They share a passion not just for fashion, but for everything HOME Now, in partnering to create their first THE DETAILS IURI &JANE-HOME Collection, they have For further information and order joined their artistry and inquiries including custom orders: talents to produce a Contact London-based: Koulla unique pillow collection Constantinou, sales that reflects Jane’s and UK and EUROPE Iuri’s distinctive cultural Email: heritages and design koullaconstantinou@hotmail.com. sensibilities.

Cell: 07496669186 NYC -based Iuri and Jane, sales USA and Canada Iuri: iurish_blacklabel@hotmail.com Jane: jane.wilsonmarquis@gmail.com 001 917 678 5537 www.iuriandjanehome.com

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