House Magazines (London editions) October 2022

As the end-ofyear festivities approach, Dior pays tribute to the unbreakable ties it has woven with Harrods over nearly seventy years, and to Christian Dior’s love of Christmas celebrations. From 10 November 2022 until 3 January 2023, the House will dream up The Wonderful World of Dior, a spectacular new mise-en scène, creating a magical atmosphere on each floor of London’s prestigious department store.

The Chelsea Antiques & Fine Art Fair is the longest established event of its kind, having run consecutively since 1951 at the same venue. The Fair takes place twice a year at Chelsea Old Town Hall, a Grade II listed building in the renowned King’s Road in Chelsea. Recently, under new ownership with 2Covet, the Fair has an enthusiastic team taking it forward, still appealing to both established collectors, interiors experts and those who enjoy surrounding themselves with the finer things in life.

This month, London Restaurant Festival in partnership with American Express, is back for its fourteenth year and showcasing some of the most exciting talent behind London’s dynamic food scene. With a line-up of over 50 carefully curated culinary events, this year’s festival is serving up everything from gastronomic tours across the capital’s best restaurants to evenings with Britain’s most esteemed critics.

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CÉDRIC GROLET

UNVEILS A NEW AFTERNOON TEA AT THE BERKELEY

Cédric Grolet – one of the world’s best pastry chefs –opened the doors to his first patisserie outside of France, Cédric Grolet at The Berkeley in February 2022. With a string of accolades citing him as the best pastry chef in the world, Grolet is known for his trompe-l’œil artistry and legendary Instagram channel which has a following of 3.6 million, which he runs himself with signature flair and spontaneity.

Guests seated in the surroundings of The Berkeley Café designed by Remi Tessier, are welcomed with an iced vanilla tea and Grolet’s cake stand – perfectly paired with tea, coffee or champagne –showcasing two savoury and five sweet creations.

The menu evolves and changes with the seasons but for Autumn, Grolet features the chef’s iconic vanilla flower, a Paris Brest, a pistachio cookie and, for a purist English nod, a scone with cream and jam. The sweet piece de resistance is a glistening trompe-l’œil green apple which, inside, features fresh apple and dill. The savoury goodies are Grolet’s highly intricate

ABOUT THE BERKELEY

Nestled between bustling Knightsbridge and leafy Belgravia, The Berkeley is the essence of contemporary chic and innovative luxury. Stunning rooms and suites are accompanied by Michelin-starred cuisine from Marcus Wareing, a fashion favourite afternoon tea at Prêt-à-Portea and Cedric Grolet at The Berkeley, courtesy of one of the world’s most famous pastry chefs. Complete with the Blue Bar and The Berkeley Bar & Terrace for drinks, the Bamford Wellness Spa and a rooftop pool with jaw dropping Hyde Park views, The Berkeley continues to surprise and enchant.

take on avocado on toast and a trompe-l’œil burrata which reveals tomato gel and basil pesto when cut open. A mini comté cheese and bacon quiche, warm from the oven, is bought to table mid-service to complete the savoury offering.

In true Cédric Grolet style, surprising touches are presented throughout the service such as chef’s circulating the room with trays of freshly baked madeleines. Cédric Grolet’s Goutea at The Berkeley is £85 per person, served seven days a week and bookable at noon, 2pm and 4pm. Reservations can be made by visiting the-berkeley.co.uk/ restaurants-bars/the-berkeley-cafe

An exceptional Christmas at Harrods

With the wonderful world of Dior

From 10 November 2022 until 3 January, 2023

As the end-ofyear festivities approach, Dior pays tribute to the unbreakable ties it has woven with Harrods over nearly seventy years, and to Christian Dior’s love of Christmas celebrations.

From 10 November 2022 until 3 January 2023, the House will dream up The Wonderful World of Dior, a spectacular new mise-en-scène, creating a magical atmosphere on each floor of London’s prestigious department store.

For this occasion, and for the first time ever, the facade of the famed Brompton Road address will be adorned with a monumental installation, reinterpreting the compass rose – a symbol treasured by the founding couturier – animated by a dazzling interplay of lights featuring classic Dior emblems. The Dior gold star, Bar jacket and Medallion chair will guide pedestrians to the renowned Harrods windows, the full run of which will be transformed into fantastic tableaux vivants in a captivating decor composed of gingerbread, caramel and multiple delights showcasing the House’s various universes and iconic symbols from fashion, perfume and jewellery, to beauty and homeware.

Dior has a thousand fascinating surprises and gourmet treats for guests to discover within the British capital’s treasure trove. Unforgettable moments of magic and sharing are promised by two exclusive pop-ups, featuring exclusive creations imagined by the House for Harrods, a

ABOUT DIOR

Christian Dior, commonly known as Dior is a French luxury fashion house] controlled and chaired by French businessman Bernard Arnault. The company was founded in 1946 by French fashion designer Christian Dior (1905–1957). The luxurious brand sells shoes and clothing exclusive to Dior boutiques. dior.com

ABOUT HARRODS

Located on Brompton Road in Knightsbridge, the store occupies a five acre site and has 330 departments covering 1.1 million sq ft of retail space. It is one of the largest and most famous department stores in the world. The Harrods motto is ‘Omnia Omnibus Ubique’ which is Latin for “all things for all people, everywhere”. harrods.com

café and a Dior micro-village, the latter of which plays with proportions to magnify the enchantment.

A spell-binding invitation, marrying the audacity and heritage of two Houses, united now more than ever by a quest for excellence and the desire to keep the Dior dream alive.

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IMMERSE YOURSELF IN THE EXQUISITE AND VISIT THIS WINTER’S EDITION OF

THE CHELSEA ANTIQUES & FINE ART FAIR

IDE TERUKO (B. 1947), TALL CERAMIC VASE OF UNEVEN SHAPE, WITH A DARK BROWN, TEXTURED SURFACE AND BEAUTIFULLY EXECUTED STRIPS OF BROWN AND YELLOW CLAYS, THE EDGES HIGHLIGHTED WITH SILVER METALLIC GLAZE. WITH ORIGINAL INSCRIBED TOMOBAKO, HEISEI ERA, CIRCA 1990-2000, 52.8 X 14.7 CM, £2,500 FROM TSUKIMI GALLERY

Frequented by interior designers and collectors, this stalwart of the London fairs’ calendar is taking place again this November, this time with a new feature – the Cadogan Oriental Suite. In celebration of the 25th anniversary of Asian Art in London, with which The Chelsea Antiques & Fine Art Fair coincides this month, the Cadogan Hall is being transformed into a dedicated Oriental themed exhibition within the Fair. Curated by 2Covet’s own director and Japanese art specialist Steve Sly, the Cadogan Oriental Suite is showcasing exceptional Japanese, Chinese, Indian, Islamic and Oriental themed works of art to create an eclectic mix of the Asian arts for visitors to purchase.

Dr Shanshan Wang, dealer in early Asian art, is giving a series of talks on Wick Antiques’ stand where some of her pieces will also be for sale:

Tuesday 1st November at 3pm (private preview day) - Chinese Neolithic pottery vs. European antique furniture

THE DETAILS

For opening times, tickets, exhibitors and other information, visit the website at chelseaantiquesfair.co.uk or follow the Fair’s social media:

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OPPOSITE PAGE: SATSUMA VASE BY THE HIGHLY REGARDED KINKOZAN STUDIOS, JAPAN. (29.2CM HIGH X 26CM WIDE X 23CM DEEP) CIRCA 18951900. £24,000 FROM STEVE SLY JAPANESE ART; FAR LEFT: PIERRE GEORGE JEANNIOT (1848-1934); ABOVE: GENTS VACHERON & CONSTANTIN WRISTWATCH FROM 1951 IN 18K ROSE GOLD CASE. £12,600 FROM TIMEWISE VINTAGE WATCHES

Thursday 3rd November at 1pm - From Persia to China, blue in ancient ceramics Saturday 5th November at 1pm - Japanese ceramics and bronze sculptures to create a wabi-sabi European home

Apart from the Oriental element, there are many other experts gathering from around the country selling different disciplines from vintage watches, ceramics, glass, paintings and furniture to jewellery, aeronautica, antique boxes, maritime items, silver, objets d’art and so much more. All items are vetted for quality and authenticity. The perfect opportunity to pick up exquisite and unique Christmas presents or something splendid for your interior.

JAPAN, CIRCA 1900,

Over the years, the Fair has maintained strong links with a variety of charities. This November, the Fair is supporting The Edward Guinness Appeal in aid of Queen Elizabeth’s Foundation for the disabled. Onsite catering is provided by 28°- 50° Wine Workshop and Kitchen Chelsea.

CHELSEA OLD TOWN HALL, KING’S ROAD, CHELSEA, LONDON SW3 5EE

SACHI, Pantechnicon’s Japanese restaurant

Hidden on the lower ground floor of Pantechnicon, Sachi showcases regional Japanese cooking, with Tokyo speakeasy vibes! With vaulted booths and a private dining room, Sachi’s team of talented chefs and mixologists create innovative food and drink never experienced before in London.

Sachi’s Autumn Menu

Head chef Collin Hudston introduces Sachi’s new flavours, moving toward an earthier heavier flavour, as Autumn and Winter are getting closer. In Japan, seasonality is the most integral part of Kaiseki, the traditional multi-course dinner. Only the freshest, local ingredients are used. It’s a concept that inspires Sachi year-round, but which really comes to life in autumn: right now, a lot of Japanese vegetables grown in the UK are in seasons.

Flavours of Autumn

The arrival of fresh, local mushrooms: tofu is served with mixed mushrooms and truffles, wagyu tataki with porcini mushrooms, and wagyu fillet with girolles. Like with the vegetables, the vast majority of our mushrooms are foraged in Britain, with some coming in from France.

A series of warming dishes have been designed to ease you into the colder months. Scottish trout marinated in miso, cooked over fire and served with chestnuts. Hand-dived scallops are served with a comforting smoked broth, while English pork is cooked over the robata grill and served with apple and barley.

Experiences at Sachi

SAKE SUPPER CLUB

Travel Through Gunma Prefecture - October

Saturday 1 October / 19:30 - 22:00 / Sachi - Private Dining Room

On World Sake Day, the first of the regular Sake Supper Club

series will explore the sake of Gunma, a Japanese prefecture known for its natural beauty, snow-capped mountains, hot springs and fantastic craft sake. During the evening, four distinct sakes from the region will be paired with delicious food by Sachi head chef Collin Hudston.

Experience The Sake, Wine & Liqueurs Of Toyama - November Wednesday 2 November / 19:30 - 22:00 / Sachi Private Dining Room

Discover unique sake, wine and umesky liqueur from Japan’s coastal region of Toyama during our second Sake Supper Club. Each of the drinks will be paired with delicious food by Sachi head chef Colin Hudston and Eldr head chef Jenny Warner.

Discover Japan’s Greatest Master Brewer - February Wednesday 8 February / 19:30 – 22:00 / Sachi Private Dining Room

For the third of the regular Sake Supper Clubs, Sachi are partnering with Noguchi Naohiko Sake Institute. Four distinct sakes from one of Japan’s greatest master brewers will be paired with delicious food by Sachi head chef Colin Hudston.

GUEST CHEFOCTOBER

Sachi Guest Chef Series: Atsuko Ikeda

Thursday 6 October / 19:00 / Sachi Private Dining Room

An intimate evening with celebrated chef and cookbook author Atsuko Ikeda. Atsuko will be preparing a selection of Japanese small plates, snacks and sharing platters inspired by her new book Otsumami. pantechnicon.com

Celebrating 21 years, the Spirit of Christmas Fair is back to full capacity supporting over 700 small independent brands and designermakers this year, all handpicked for their quality and originality and approved by House & Garden Magazine. Visitors can discover over 200 new and exclusive brands to the Fair as well as hundreds of returning favourites presenting the finest distinctive gifts. Many returning visitors share the Fair as an annual unmissable social calendar date and enjoy a wonderful experience with friends – to kick-start the festive season.

With sustainability at the heart of how many of these small independents are run, visitors can shop with the planet in mind. Using good quality natural or recycled materials is just a part of what they do to care for our planet and support local communities also making it easy to add a luxurious touch to gifting this year whist shopping consciously.

There’s something for everyone within the cornucopia of inspirational boutiques, selling homeware, fashion for both men and women, baby & child, decorations, health & beauty, food & drink and stunning jewellery. From grand, show-stopping pieces to the quirky and beautiful,

THE DETAILS

For ticket options and more information visit spiritofchristmasfair.co.uk

Spirit of Christmas 2022 also takes place alongside The Luxury Travel Fair, for more details visit luxurytravelfair.com

discerning shoppers will find endless neverbefore-seen items across the seven days. Visitors can meet face-to-face with brands that can’t be seen elsewhere because many are only accessible online or use the Fair as their only consumer touch point, otherwise selling to trade.

Bursting with delicious festive essentials, visitors can discover over 100 of the finest artisan producers including Great Taste Award winners in the Gallery Food Hall. Home to an unrivalled mix of leading artisans, independent producers and Great Taste Award winners, it is sure to inspire festive banquets and Christmas gift giving.

Highlights of the Spirit of Christmas Fair will include:

• Exclusive show offers and competitions from a unique collection of boutique brands

• Enjoy a glass of the finest Champagne in the stylish Louis Roederer Champagne Bars

• The Food Hall where the Fair presents an entirely delectable mix of leading artisans, independent producers, Royal Warrant holders and Great Taste award-winners

• Late night shopping Thursday 3 November 10am - 9pm

MARVELLOUS!

The opening production of @sohoplace will be The New Vic’s much acclaimed production Marvellous, directed by Theresa Heskins. The New Vic theatre is the oldest purpose built, in-the-round theatre in the UK and @sohoplace is the first new West End theatre in 50 years, with a flexible, 602-seat auditorium, purpose built and opening in-the-round.

Marvellous is the joyful, inspiring true story of Neil ‘Nello’ Baldwin who, defying all expectations, has led and continues to lead, the most amazing life. Based on the 2015 BAFTA award winning film.

Growing up in the 1950’s in less enlightened times, Neil Baldwin was not expected to be a success. But Neil decided he was destined to do wonderful things and that his life was going to be marvellous. And it is. He hitchhiked across the country, became a famous clown, got an honorary degree from Keele University, was appointed Stoke City’s legendary kit man, appeared on the Queen’s New Year Honours list and accepted a BAFTA award for the film made about his life. A friend to anyone he meets, he became a local hero and an inspiration to the world.

A reminder to us all not to let anything stand in the way of your dreams, just go out and make them happen.

Nica Burns, Producer and Theatre Owner said: Marvellous is precisely that, marvellous. A

wonderful production of a heartwarming and uplifting tale about an extraordinary man who decided he would lead an exceptional life. And against all the odds, he has and does.

Theresa Heskins, New Vic Artistic Director said: What a thrill it is, to see a new theatre in the round opening in London! Nica’s decision to make a West End venue which deliberately nurtures an inclusive relationship between stage and audience is a radical one, and it’s matched by creative programming. Nello’s special magic rubs off on everyone he encounters and bringing that magic from audiences in Staffordshire to audiences in London will be such a privilege.

THE DETAILS

Marvellous previews from 15 October and runs until 26 November 2022

Book your tickets – from £25 to £65 - at sohoplace.org Suitable for ages 8+ @sohoplace, 4 Soho Place, London, W1D 3BG

‘BEAUTIFUL PIECES FOR

NOTABLE PROJECTS – CROWN SYDNEY

Rarely do I sit back and reflect on how far I have come in my artistic career, however when my museum sized centrepiece ‘Verve’ made its debut in the VIP Gaming Room in August of this year, I did pause for a moment to appreciate and reflect.

An expansion of the design and interiors functionality of my practice, I am proud to have five custom commissions showcased at Crown Sydney, Australia’s most exclusive Resort and Casino. Featured in the Main Gaming Room’s Crystal Lounge, ‘Verve’ is

inspired by the rich and diverse Australian landscape, interpreting its vast sense of space and natural beauty with an ethereal spirit and sophisticated grace. Recessed within a purpose-built timber alcove this feature wall celebrates the interconnectedness between design and discourse. Achieving the highest standards of luxury finishes synonymous with the Crown Resorts brand, this bespoke feature wall evokes the sun-kissed earth, lush flora, and endless expanses of sea that defines the Australian landscape.

As with all Australian landmarks this epic centrepiece has been

Australian Artist and Designer Olivia Collins shares details of her latest projects and upcoming exhibits with London House Magazines.

INSPIRED LIVING’

strategically executed with intention and purpose; to honour the inherent rhythm and energy of the Australian landscape, and celebrate a nation made rich by the land and its people. Crown Sydney is also home to another four Olivia Collins originals –‘Eos’ and ‘Aura’ on the lobby level, ‘Artemis’ on the Sky Villa level and ‘Oceana’ featured in the luxurious One Barangaroo Penthouse.

UPCOMING EXHIBITS – THE OTHER ART FAIR

is key to designing an inspiring space and a sanctuary in which one can rejuvenate, evolve and bloom.

I feel the earthy palette in the Kintsugi works will strike a chord with many in this postcovid world who are striving for balance, peace and beauty in all aspects of life and design, and by contrast the bright and bold hues of the Tropicana pieces will bring to life the vivid colours and captivating forms of the tropical flowers we all know and love, such as the orchid, Bird of paradise, hibiscus and heliconia. The fusion of powerful shades of crimson, cadmium orange, indigo and violet will inject fresh energy, joy and passion into the Gaia collection with radiant effect. With a plan to branch into product design in the 2023 also, the leadup to Christmas and the New Year will certainly be a busy but fruitful time!

THE DETAILS

Having recently returned from a successful show at Singapore’s FIND Design Fair Asia, my next exhibit is The Other Art Fair (a division of Saatchi Art) at Barangaroo’s iconic Cutaway in Sydney. Taking place from December 1-4, I will be showcasing further pieces from my Gaia collection, which draws inspiration from biophilic design principles, celebrating earthy tones, subtle textures and natural forms. In the studio I am currently experimenting with incorporating the Japanese art of ‘Kintsugi’ into my atmospheric landscapes. Kintsugi refers to the process of repairing broken pottery with lacquer and powdered gold, silver or platinum. Making the imperfect finishes beautiful and turning them into a feature. This philosophy - to mend with love - certainly resonates with me. Artists are, by nature, healers, and my interior philosophy is also an extension of this process – balance between form, texture and colour

You are invited to find out how an Olivia Collins design can enhance your next project.

Mobile: +61 413 596 480

Website: www.oliviacollins.com.au

Instagram: @oliviacollinsartist

E-mail: olivia@oliviacollins.com.au

FIRST NEW-BUILD WEST END THEATRE IN 50 YEARS, TO OPEN AT SOHO PLACE

The first new build West End theatre in 50 years, opens this month. @sohoplace is adjacent to the site of the old Astoria theatre which was demolished to build Crossrail, and close to Tottenham Court Road station at the heart of Derwent London’s £300m regeneration project at the north east corner of Soho.

Owned by Nica Burns OBE, a multi-awardwinning theatre producer and operated by Nimax Theatres, there will be a state-of-the-art new and flexible 602-seat auditorium with perfect sightlines, acoustics and creatives’ floor with rehearsal room, actors’ Green Room, bar and terrace.

Dine at their beautiful new ground floor restaurant, stars. Open from midday to midnight, offering a delicious, contemporary European menu cooked with the finest British produce, classic and modern cocktails, craft beers, and an expertly curated wine list.

The auditorium sits directly above Crossrail’s new Elizabeth line and the existing Northern and Central lines at Tottenham Court Road station, a major transport hub. Totalling 285,000 square feet it is a mixed development with the theatre at its heart, offices and retail and a fantastic new piazza, an ideal meeting place for Londoners to start their day or night out in the West End. Derwent London picked a first-class team to overcome the engineering challenges of building a theatre immediately above three tube lines and Crossrail’s large extractor fan to achieve perfect acoustics in the auditorium with no vibrations

The theatre interior was inspired by Nica’s visit to Epidaurus when young. She says “I was

standing on the stage of this great ancient theatre at 8 o’clock - show time - as the last rays of a golden sun were coming through the trees and the stars were starting to twinkle in an indigo sky. It was magic. Epidaurus is one of the greatest theatres in the world and the plays of ancient Greece are still part of our theatre heritage today. The interior of @sohoplace reflects these colours and when you walk through the theatre you walk under crystal star lights, laid out in constellations. When you pass the building, look up to the terrace and you will see the constellations shine.”

The building is accessible to wheelchairs, with access toilet facilities on all levels and backstage.

For more information and details of forthcoming productions visit sohoplace.org

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JASDEEP SINGH DEGUN PERFORMS AT BLACKHEATH HALLS

SUNDAY 30 OCTOBER 11AM

Breaking down cultural boundaries with his extraordinary artistry and new approach to composition, virtuoso sitarist, Jasdeep Singh Degun, brings a new energy and vision to both Indian classical and contemporary music. He’s redefining genres and passionate about exposing music from his heritage to audiences across the globe.

Learning under the careful guidance of Ustad Dharambir Singh

THE DETAILS

MBE, Jasdeep has performed all over the world in many high profile productions and prestigious venues, including Buckingham Palace, the Amphitheatre in Doha, and Westminster Abbey at the Royal Commonwealth Service 2022 in the presence of the British Royal Family and Prime Minister. He’s written, arranged, and produced music for a diverse array of projects and soundtracks, including music for orchestra, contemporary classical ensembles, and high profile music productions.

Jasdeep Singh Degun performs with Harkiret Singh Bahra Sunday 30 October 11am TICKETS: £20 Box Office 020 8463 0100 blackheathhalls.com Blackheath Halls, 23 Lee Road, London SE3 9RQ

“Such a pleasure hearing and seeing him play…always so exciting to witness the emergence of brilliant new artistic voices”

Nitin Sawhney

“It was clear that he pulls from a wide range of influences, but with Indian classical music always very much at the core of what he does” Songlines Magazine.

THE SOUTH LONDON SOUL TRAIN

The Legendary South London Soul Train has been running for over 11 years and during that time has established itself as one of the world’s biggest club meets concert nights. Hosted by Bussey Building Founder Jazzheadchronic Mickey Smith, The SLST has featured everyone from Tony Allen to The Fatback Band via Brian Jackson, Fred Wesley + more. But it’s Sat Nov 19 that the event is set to step things up another level with its most ambitious project yet - A live Concert meets Club Night special featuring some of the world’s leading jazz, soul & funk artists live at The Clapham Grand.

A 2 part event that is sure to “move your mind and body + force feed your soul with the absolute best of times” so the press release goes and who are we to disagree. PART 1 of The SLST Live

Concert meets Club night Special running from 630pm - 11pm featuring headline act BLACK LIVES FROM GENERATION TO GENERATION (LIVE). A major 13 artist collective performing songs from the recent self-titled album release dedicated to fighting racism and inequality (then to now).

The Black Lives Band line up reading like a who’s who of contemporary soul/jazz royalty. Featuring Marcus Strickland (saxophone & bass clarinet), Jacques Schwartz Bart (saxophone), Federico Gonzalez Pena (Fender Rhodes & keyboards), Jean Paul Bourelly (guitar & vocals), Adam Falcon (guitar & vocals), David Gilmore (guitar), Reggie Washington (basses & vocals), Gene Lake (drums), Marque Gilmore (drums, sampling & drum programming), Sharrif Simmonds (spoken word) + More.

This BLGG super band joining forces for the worldwide tours only UK date alongside support acts - Manchester based jazz hop band THE 3RD ESTATE (LIVE) and brilliant Violinist / Vocalist BEKA REID + THE TAPP COLLECTIVE (LIVE). With a between the live sets journey by JAZZHEADCHRONIC, followed by PART 2 – 11pm - 3am After-concert club night special with funked up & boogie delivery service DJs PERRY LOUIS (Jazzcotech) & AITCH B (Soul 2 Soul) - we can predict that this is set to be one of the best events of 2022, full stop.

With tickets priced at £5-15 or £10 club night only tix, it’s also set to be one of the most affordable, so no excuses, go indulge yourself and enjoy a truly amazing show. southlondonsoultrain.com

LONDON RESTAURANT FESTIVAL

Resy Hit List presented by London Restaurant Festival’, where the city’s hottest restaurants – curated by booking platform Resy – are offering a unique menu or dish for the duration of the festival.

The festival also brings a series celebrating the best of the fashionable neighbourhoods of Mayfair and Belgravia, including an evening of creativity at Eccleston Yards and an experience showcasing the best of North Audley Street.

his month, London Restaurant Festival in partnership with American Express, is back for its fourteenth year and showcasing some of the most exciting talent behind London’s dynamic food scene. With a line-up of over 50 carefully curated culinary events, this year’s festival is serving up everything from gastronomic tours across the capital’s best restaurants to evenings with Britain’s most esteemed critics.

Many of the city’s leading chefs are taking part with a handpicked timetable of ‘Tasting Menus’ including a celebratory Indian banquet from Kricket and a feast from chefs Will and Jack at Fallow in St James’s Market. A new addition for this autumn will be ‘The

‘Talk of the Town’ events offer exclusive gastronomic experiences with bespoke menus in a restaurant take-over and include ‘Feast from Fallow‘ from Fallow at St James’s, Oxeye at Embassy Gardens and a live jazz evening alongside a seasonal British four-course menu at the elegant Rotunda Bar and Lounge at Four Seasons Hotel London at Ten Trinity Square. The Festival also incorporates the ever popular ‘Masterclasses’ – featuring an Italicus Spritz masterclass, the best of Negronis at the Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane and a Spanish cookery class with Nieves Barragan of Sabor, paired with Estrella Galicia beer.

Much-loved Saturday Kitchen regular Anna Haugh is hosting guests at her restaurant Myrtle in Chelsea as part of the ‘Ultimate Gastronomic Weekend’, including a stay at Four Seasons Hotel

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London at Ten Trinity Square and a dinner at the hotel’s restaurant Mei Ume, which showcases traditional dishes from both Chinese and Japanese cuisines with a modern approach.

Meanwhile, ‘Binge’, the popular series at Television Centre returns for a second year, featuring the best combination of food and TV viewings. For those who are partial to a food and drink pairing across multiple restaurants, ‘Restaurant-Hopping Tours’ returns in Belgravia (with Luigi Bosca wines), Covent Garden (with Innis & Gunn beers) and Chelsea (with Martin Miller’s Gin cocktails).

LRF is also bringing back their successful ‘Festival within a Festival’ member programmes for American Express Centurion and Platinum Cardmembers. The Platinum Card® have access to a series of ‘Chef-Hosted New Openings’ at three of London’s most exciting new launches: Chantelle Nicholson’s Apricity in Mayfair, Carlo Scotto’s immersive dining experience at Amethyst and Alex Dilling at Hotel Café Royal.

Art à la Carte’ allows guests to explore some of London’s best collaborations between artists, curators and restaurateurs, including Langan’s Brasserie - with walls covered in fine art. Seasonal

‘Autumn Spotlights’ include a King’s Caviar Tasting in the William Kent Room at The Ritz and a Seafood School at The Sea, The Sea hosted by chef Leo Carreira. American Express Cardmembers also have the option to ‘Discover Regent Street & St James’s’, with specially curated experiences including a one-off Supper Club in the Fortnum & Mason Crypt and a Gourmet Odyssey lunch at Maison François, Chutney Mary and Michelinstarred Wild Honey, paired with Gusbourne’s range of English sparkling wines.

The ‘Penthouse Supper Club’ is hosting in an exclusive residence on London City Island offering panoramic views whilst guests enjoy an intimate dinner cooked and hosted by Tim Spedding, former chef of The Clove Club. The event features a sommelier-led tasting of Oregon wines served from LG SIGNATURE’s state-of-the-art Wine Cellar. The most discerning of Centurion members can also partake in a rare opportunity to join some of the nation’s most respected restaurant critics - Fay Maschler, Nigel Barden and William Sitwell - as they take guests to some of their favourite spots in town.

For the first time, London Restaurant Festival is proud to be partnering with London’s hippest restaurant booking platform, Resy.

‘The Resy Hit List - presented by London Restaurant Festival’ includes hand-selected spots, each granting guests access to special menus and dishes, including a Caravel fan-favourite, potato rösti with sour cream and caviar. For more information visit londonrestaurantfestival.com

WILLIAM SITWELL, FOOD CRITIC

“Art à la Carte’ allows guests to explore some of London’s best collaborations between artists, curators and restaurateurs”

ANNA HAUGH

Independent Schools Show

Following another successful year, the Independent Schools Show returns to Battersea Evolution for the fifteenth time this November.

Visit this prestigious Show and meet the biggest names in British education, all under one roof. With 200+ top independent schools exhibiting, this is the best way for parents to explore the lifechanging educational opportunities available at independent schools.

Parents have a fantastic chance to meet a selection of the most prestigious independent schools without travelling hundreds of miles. Make key introductions and speak one-onone with the admissions directors and the heads of top independent schools, from preprep through to sixth form.

London Choices - discover schools near to where you live, explore other areas of London, consider home counties schools, specialist schools & boarding options.

Fee Assistance - a wide range of schools will be speaking in our NEW Bursaries Pavilion about the fee assistance they have available, plus the Good Schools Guide will be explaining how to navigate the rigorous financial assessments if you decide to apply.

Your questions answered - with more schools exhibiting, plus five theatres and

workshops, there are more opportunities than ever before for parents to get specific answers to their education questions.

THE 2022 TALKS PROGRAMME

Hear from heads and leading educational experts in five Education Theatres and workshops to find out more, from guidance in choosing the right school to getting smart about funding your child’s education. There is no better way to find out about entry requirements, explore scholarships and bursaries and to get answers to your specific questions than to attend the Show, and speak to schools in person.

THE DETAILS

For the full programme and to register for free tickets, visit www.schoolsshow.co.uk

Saturday 12 November 10am – 5pm

Sunday 13 November 10:30am - 4.30pm

Battersea Evolution, London, SW8 4NW

CONSIDERING AN INDEPENDENT SCHOOL EDUCATION FOR YOUR CHILD? TWO HOURS AT THE INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS SHOW COULD TRANSFORM YOUR CHILD’S FUTURE. 12-13 NOVEMBER, BATTERSEA EVOLUTION, LONDON, SW8 4NW

FOSTERING CURIOSITY

JOSEPH BIRCHALL – HEAD OF KING’S MAGNA MIDDLE SCHOOL, QUEEN ETHELBURGA’S COLLEGIATE

AYear 6 curriculum focused on delivering skills that are important for future success, with no formal SAT testing, fosters curiosity for the important journey into Key Stage 3 and beyond, says the new Head of King’s Magna Middle School at Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate (QE), Joseph Birchall.

“At QE, our mission is for all members of our community to aspire to the Hill Standard ‘To be the best that I can with the gifts that I have. As Head of King’s Magna, the middle school of QE’s unique fourschool model, we harness this individuality through an innovative curriculum. This is a curriculum which supports the transition between the Collegiate’s primary education at Chapter House, our Preparatory school, and the demands of GCSEs and beyond in our two senior schools.”

“In a difference from the traditional school model where children stay in primary education until the end of Year 6, here at QE students join King’s Magna in Year 6, and stay with us until Year 9. We find many students are ready for a new challenge at the end of Year 5, so we made it our focus to develop a unique curriculum for this transitional year, with content designed in partnership between

secondary school subject specialists and highly experienced primary age teachers.”

“Importantly, we have made a crucial decision not to assess our Year 6 students using SATS testing. Students are instead assessed formally at three points during the year using standardised and moderated “common evaluation tasks” - these are used to track progress and identify what each student can do and what they could do to improve further. This decision allows us to focus on delivering those skills that the students need to be successful in Key Stage 3 and beyond.”

“Our all-encompassing, holistic approach to developing the whole student, which is at the heart of everything we do here at QE, creates a supportive, vibrant and caring school environment throughout King’s Magna. We are committed to equipping our students with the skills and knowledge they need to move seamlessly to our College or Faculty at the end of Year 9, growing and maturing into their teenage years with confidence.” Joseph Birchall – Head of King’s Magna Middle School

THE DETAILS

To find out more about their innovative curriculum visit qe.org for more information, where you can book on their next Open Day taking place on 26 November 2022.

All fired up for London to Brighton Veteran Car Run 2022

SUNDAY 6 NOVEMBER 2022

In true tradition, the Royal Automobile Club, in partnership with RM Sotheby’s, will be staging the remarkable event on the first Sunday in November. Crowds can expect a magnificent spectacle with the rare opportunity to watch more than 350+ owners of prized pre-1905 horseless carriages embark upon a 60-mile journey from Hyde Park to Madeira Drive on Brighton’s

Last year’s very special 125th anniversary edition of the world’s longest running motoring event was widely acclaimed as one of the best ever. The Veteran Car Run commemorates the Emancipation Run of 14 November 1896, which celebrated the passing into law of the Locomotives on the Highway Act. It was this Act that raised the speed limit for ‘light locomotives’ from 4 mph to 14 mph and abolished the requirement for these vehicles to be preceded by a man on foot waving a red flag. A group of intrepid early motorists set off from London for the Sussex coast to mark the life-changing moment when motorists were finally given the freedom of the open road and the arrival of a new era of mechanical horsepower.

On leaving Hyde Park at the break of dawn at 7am, the veteran cars will pass many iconic

landmarks including Buckingham Palace, Horseguards and Big Ben before crossing Westminster Bridge.

THE DETAILS

Participants then leave London via two routes to avoid congestion - one via Clapham Common, Balham, Tooting and Mitcham and the other via Brixton and Streatham Common. Uniting just north of Croydon, the route continues past Sutton on the A217 to Banstead, Tadworth, Reigate and Redhill. From there it takes the A23 to Horley and Crawley where the route heads to Brighton via Pease Pottage, Staplefield, Cuckfield, Ansty, Burgess Hill, Hassocks and Clayton where it joins the A23 for the run into the finish at Madeira Drive.

For more details of the 2022 RM Sotheby’s London to Brighton Veteran Car Run, visit veterancarrun.com.

The route ensures there are plenty of fabulous viewing spots for the many thousands of spectators who line the streets to wave the veterans on their way.

“The veteran cars will pass many iconic landmarks including Buckingham Palace, Horseguards and Big Ben before crossing Westminster Bridge”

WINTER ART & ANTIQUES FAIR

Olympia, 1 – 6 November 2022 - Preview 31 October

The UK’s last major Art and Antiques Fair before Christmas

Positioned just as the nights are getting darker and thoughts are turning to Christmas, the 31st Winter Art & Antiques Fair, running for over 30 years, will sparkle with diamonds, glass, silver and mirrors.

Over 70 of the UK’s finest specialist dealers will present an outstanding selection of irresistible pieces from the modern and eclectic, to the traditional and classic, including furniture, art, sculpture and object d’art in time for the Christmas buying and interiors-focused time of year. Visitors will find truly unique gifts and exclusive pieces to add to their collections, from over 20,000 works of art, antiques, furniture, sculpture, jewellery, textiles and collectors’ pieces.

All buyers, at any level, are reassured by the ‘vetting’ process which sees a team of experts check every piece for sale before opening to ensure quality and authenticity.

Beloved by interior designers as well as collectors and creative homeowners, the fair presents an extraordinary range of pieces from the traditional to the quirky, the grand scale to the minute with prices starting at under £100 and heading well over £100,000 for rare, museum-

THE DETAILS

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quality pieces.

Discover truly one-of-a-kind pieces created by legendary artists such as Lalique, Matisse, Meissen, Cartier, and Van Cleef & Arpels; discover furniture dating from the 16th century to the 20th century. There will also be an unrivalled selection of antique jewellery, including pieces by Cartier, Boucheron, Vacheron Constantin, and Tiffany.

Coming together for six-days only collectors, interior designers, Christmas shoppers and home-lovers will be able to buy original works priced from £100 to £1 million.

Fair Director, Mary Claire Boyd, says of the six-day event. ‘Expect the unexpected. You just never know what the dealers will have discovered. It could be a pendant made for Charles I, glasses given to Humphrey Bogart or Andy Warhol’s mirror. That is the excitement of an antique fair like Olympia.’

ANTHONY GILBERT, RED PATTERNED LADY

The fair is the last major art and antiques fair before Christmas and runs alongside The Luxury Travel Fair and The Spirit of Christmas fair in the National Hall at Olympia.

SANDBANKS JETS: RIDE OF YOUR LIFE

If you’ve yet to charter a private jet then there is no time like the present; but be warned, after a taste of the high life, you may never want to fly commercial again!

This unparalleled level of luxury and convenience has seen an increase in the number of travellers opting for this elite form of air travel over commercial flying, going as far as choosing a private jet over the opulence of first class. Sandbanks Jets however, have taken the experience to new heights as they continue to pave the way with their innovative approach to the industry and attention to detail, which can be encapsulated by their tag line, ‘The Ride of Your Life’.

Imagine pulling up to the steps of your aircraft

only to find that you are ‘Wheels Up’ 15 minutes later - This really is the epitome of effortless, luxury travel. From the first point of contact, the team at Sandbanks Jets will ensure your experience is above and beyond everything you would expect from choosing the aircraft to match your specific requirements to providing sumptous food and beverage options, you really do have the choice to travel the way you desire.

In a hugely difficult year for the aviation industry, demand continues at record levels for private jet charter, with a substantial spike in enquiries. This is understandable when you consider the demand created post pandemic, and current last minute

“Demand continues at record levels for private jet charter, with a substantial spike in enquiries”

cancellations due to ground handling issues at airports. Private jets can often travel to destinations where scheduled airlines cannot go, depart at your convenience, and you can enjoy the privacy of your very own aircraft without even setting foot inside a busy terminal.

Sandbanks Jets have carefully chosen a select group of partners with the intention of enhancing the customer experience, including teaming up with one of the most prestigious stores in the world, Harrods, to provide their onboard retailing. They have also been welcomed into ‘The Sunseeker Family’ by the prestigious Sunseeker London Group enabling them to work closely with mutual clients to offer luxury yacht charter and transfer opportunities. The all female team are not content at stopping there, as their ability to recognise what could exceed the clients expectations now leads them to offer an exciting and delicious onboard catering experience that will be developed with Rick Stein Restaurants.

The four Directors founded the company after a decidedly average experience booking a private jet. They felt the casual approach they received did not justify the product being sold, and there

THE DETAILS

Sandbanks Jets ‘Ride

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was room in the market for improvement, attention to detail and innovation. The four friends Laura Green, Amanda McGivney, Lucy Redknapp and Alex Fellows all local to Sandbanks, set about creating the brand, Sandbanks Jets in 2020. Despite the uncertain times due to Covid-19 restrictions, Sandbanks Jets has seen exponential growth in the past 12 months and there are no signs of this slowing down.

BENTLEY MULLINER

ICONIC SPEED SIX TO BE BORN AGAIN

RECREATING AN ICON

To deliver 12 new Speed Sixes that are authentic to the design of the racers of 1929 and 1930, the Mulliner team has first created a complete 3D CAD model of the car, from both the original blueprints and detailed analysis of original cars. Two cars have been referenced for this process.

Bentley Mulliner is to bring the iconic Speed Six back to life with a new and highly exclusive Continuation Series of 12 cars, each mechanically and aesthetically authentic to the Bentley racers that won Le Mans in 1929 and 1930.

Created to honour the achievements of the original cars and while continuing to develop and preserve Mulliner’s heritage skills, the new Speed Sixes will become the second pre-war continuation project in the world after the Blower - both created by Bentley Mulliner.

The most successful Bentley racing car of its era, the Speed Six is regarded as one of the most important Bentleys in history, winning Le Mans in 1929 and 1930 at the hands of Woolf Barnato, Sir Henry ‘Tim’ Birkin and Glen Kidston.

Not only further demonstrating the marque’s world-beating performance credentials but also proving the concept of the Grand Tourer – a fast car that remained comfortable and luxurious, and capable of covering huge distances with ease. Every Bentley since has followed the same ethos.

The 12-car series has been designed, and will be developed and built, by the same team of Mulliner specialists that have created the Blower Continuation Series – the first pre-war continuation project in the world. This acclaimed run of 12 new 4½ litre ‘Blower’ Bentleys was based on the company’s own 1929 Team Car #2 – the most famous and valuable Bentley in the world, which raced alongside the Speed Six in 1930 – and sold out instantly. The same is true of the new Speed Six continuations, with all 12 cars already reserved by lucky customers around the world.

The Mulliner team will once again be supported by an incredible array of artisans from a number of automotive heritage specialists across the UK, delivering recreation parts that are not only physically identical but in many cases are crafted using the same techniques used in the 1920s. This dedication to complete and total authenticity is integral to the success of such a complex project.

“Old Number 3” was the third of three Speed Sixes entered by Bentley into Le Mans in 1930. Despite a difficult race it survived the ordeal and has been immaculately preserved since. Still fully road legal and actively raced by its owner today, Old Number 3 has been a valuable source of design details and reference points for the creation of the new cars.

Alongside Old Number 3, Bentley’s own Speed Six (GU409) – part of Bentley’s expanding Heritage Collection – is a 1929 road car wearing an identical four-seat Vanden Plas body to the original racers and restored to the same specification. GU409 will provide benchmark performance and handling data for the continuation cars, including a full power and torque curve for the 12 new engines to match – or beat.

The first new Speed Six in 92 years will be assembled in the second half of this year and become the engineering test and development car for the project. Speed Six Car Zero will be retained by Bentley, joining Blower Car Zero as the forebears of the families they help to deliver. bentleymotors.com

A DOG’S LIFE

There’s nothing better than buying a Christmas present for someone that benefits you too - cheeky but very tempting and satisfying.

When buying for the dog this year, why not invest in some Ruff and Tumble products, which do just that?

Drying and stylish on dogs and time saving and practical for humans, they are a double winner.

Drying Coats dry dogs completely - unlike towels - and all you have to do is pop it over the dog’s head, fasten with velcro and watch the dog dry itself. Two layers of thick cotton towelling wick wet from the dog’s hair and they are so comfy and warm to wear, dogs love them. In 17 sizes from XXXSGiant Mountain Dog, from £31.95-£69.95, and eight stock colours, all breeds from 1-120Kg can find one to suit them.

Match with a pair of Drying Mitts, £21.95, and the legs and paws will be dried easily and quickly too. These make a great stocking filler or a present for the new dog owner/dog lover. Hung up by the back door or in the car, muddy paws on floors are stopped in their tracks.

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THE BENEFITS OF ONLINE

SCHOOLING VS TRADITIONAL SCHOOL

Minerva’s Virtual Academy is a unique, online independent school for pupils aged 12 - 18. Pupils study the British Curriculum from the comfort and safety of their own home, wherever they live in the world, receiving an affordable, world-class education to rival traditional school for the first time. The school enables its pupils to thrive academically, make friends online and off, and helps them develop the skills needed to succeed in the modern world. Pupils choose from 20 subjects at GCSE and A Level. Personal mentors support each child outside lesson hours. A dynamic weekly timetable includes live lessons, virtual assemblies, after school clubs, wellbeing sessions, and an exciting co-curricular learning programme called “World Changers” that tackles the most urgent issues of the day. Minerva’s Virtual Academy is run by Headmaster Lawrence Tubb, who taught at Wycombe Abbey for nine years, and is supported by a team of outstanding teachers and mentors who’ve come together to re-define what’s possible for school-age children in the 21st century.

• Pupils can receive a world class education at home, anywhere in the world

• Pupils can study at speeds that suit them - they are no longer held back or silenced by the class majority

• Anxious pupils can gain confidence by leaving the pressure of the traditional school behind them

• Pupils receive higher quality one-to-one attention via personal mentors

• Parents are closer to their children on a daily basis, helping to create strong family bonds

‘We think the pandemic has been an opportunity for us to reflect on what is important and we are getting very comfortable with the fact that there are many paths to success for children and that traditional school does not always bring out the best in every child. Overall, Minerva has been a life-saver for all of us. It has been a great experience and it has brought out the best in our daughter.’

Mr & Mrs W. minervavirtual.com

“REBEL WITH A CELLO”

The bad boy of instrumentalists and founding member of 2CELLOS known simply as HAUSER announces his much anticipated, first-ever worldwide solo tour “Rebel with a Cello” which includes two UK dates at o2 Apollo Manchester and London’s The O2.

Armed with the momentum from his last and final sold-out 2CELLOS tour, the superstar cellist and visual artist is launching the ultimate musical, showcasing his signature performance pyrotechnics alongside his romantic and soulful, playing sound and style.

And while music’s mischievous romantic is including everything his fans have come to know and love through his visual media presentations, like the wildly popular “Beach Party” and musical dreamscapes like the “Alone Together,” visual concepts, HAUSER’s first “Rebel with a Cello” tour features a third act of rocking and rhythmic retro into modern globally-influenced dance tracks from his new solo album which is available Worldwide now, “The Player.”

Dance with him and experience the captivating magic. HAUSER has a new video out now. HAUSER. He is a rockstar with a cello...and this is only the beginning.

THE DETAILS

HAUSER, LIVE. ‘REBEL WITH A CELLO’. The Worldwide tour.

UK DATES:

Saturday 11th November 2023

O2 Apollo Manchester Sunday 12th November 2023 London, The O2

VIP meet and greet packages available. Tickets from Eventim.co.uk, ticketmaster.co.uk, axs.com hauserofficial.com

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LIVE IT, LOVE IT, OWN IT!

Live the life you love with Away Resorts holiday home ownership. Away Resorts can give you the gift of relishing more time, just for you, with a boutique barn in Cornwall or a cosy cottage on the Isle of Wight. Indulge in sneaky breaks away with your favourite people; or long leisurely hols with no rush to return to reality. You can also put your property to work with a fuss free holiday letting scheme or a 7% fixed return investment option, earning you pensionable cash back from your purchase too.

Away Resorts’ 999 year leasehold holiday properties are built to residential standards and sold fully furnished, ready to enjoy. They are located on beautiful resorts, with no second home buying restrictions to worry about, and fabulous facilities to make the most of. These properties have capital appreciation potential and if you choose to let them you could benefit from favourable tax regulations too .

Retallack Resort & Spa

Enjoy a Cornish retreat close to holiday hotspots Padstow and Newquay with a stylish boutique barn with 2, 3 or 4 bedrooms. All come with private decking space and beautiful countryside views, but the four bed really wows with a showstopping rooftop terrace. Prices start from £295,000.

The Bay Colwell

The Bay Colwell is a quiet resort, tucked away on the Western tip of the Isle of Wight, just a short stroll from the beach huts and sandy shores of Colwell Bay. There is a limited opportunity to buy an attractive cottage with a private front garden with prices from: £155,000

The Lakes Rookley

An all-action resort, nestled at the heart of the island. Within easy reach of all the Isle of Wight can offer, it’s ideal for families of all ages and is convenient for both ferry ports. Our recently refurbished, brick-built cottages at the Lakes Rookley are priced from £165,000 and there are limited lakeside positions available.

Investment Buying

The Away Resorts’ long lease holiday property options offer you two attractive earn back options. Opt for a variable return and flexible personal use, by choosing to make use of the managed letting scheme; alternatively you can select a fixed net return of 7% for a period of 3 – 5 years with limited personal use*. For more information call: 01637 226109 or visit: awayresorts.co.uk

PAD LONDON RETURNS

Berkeley Square, Mayfair. 10-16 October 2022

ZAPPY CONSOLE N°615, 2020

SPIDER WARDROBE N°566, 2020

ELECTRON FLOOR LAMP N°58, 2020

BY HERVÉ VAN DER STRAETEN

COURTESY OF HERVÉ VAN DER STRAETEN PHOTO CREDIT: CECIL MATHIEU

This October, after two years of onlineonly activity, PAD London returns to the capital for a week-long showcase of exceptional design. This high-profile event takes place every October on Berkeley Square, in the heart of London’s affluent Mayfair district.

Founded in 2007 by fourth-generation Parisian antique dealer Patrick Perrin, PAD London is the only fair in the UK exclusively dedicated to Contemporary, 20th Century Design and Decorative Arts. Celebrating craftsmanship and innovation, the fair’s 14th edition will once again delight art and design lovers with a world-class

selection of works spanning contemporary and decorative arts. From major cities across Europe, North America and Asia they are coming together to offer an exceptional panorama of the most coveted and iconic works available on the market today. 18 new exhibitors join 67 returning galleries and include Francis Sultana (London), Charles Zana (Paris), Cristina Grajales (New York) and Galerie Gabriel et Guillaume (Beirut).

Faithful to the distinctive flair and originality that forged PAD’s reputation over the years, this highly anticipated edition will premiere outstanding works by emerging and iconic talents, while also shedding light on rare, age-old techniques, new sustainable

“PAD London is the only fair in the UK exclusively dedicated to Contemporary, 20th Century Design and Decorative Arts”

crafts and innovative materials that inform design today. Many of the visionary exhibitors who have contributed to PAD’s prestige are returning, joined by prominent international galleries and jewellery houses which will make their debuts at the fair.

AA permanent fixture on Paris and London’s vibrant art and design circuits, PAD fair has become a byword for connoisseurship, exquisite taste and curatorial flair. With their distinct approach to collecting, PAD fairs epitomise how artistic genres across time and periods interact to reveal astonishing combinations and create the most individual and striking interiors.

PAD offers visitors the opportunity to both immerse themselves and purchase museum quality objects with a fascinating history behind them.

THE DETAILS

PAD London 10 – 16 October 2022

Berkeley Square, Mayfair, W1 Tickets available for online purchase on padesignart.com

Follow the fair on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn: @padesignart #PADLondon

BUBBLE ARMCHAIR BY LÉA MESTRES, 2021 COURTESY OF LÉA MESTRES AND GALERIE SCÈNE OUVERTE PHOTO CREDIT: BASTIEN GOMEZ

US based jewelry designer Brianna Zora, the founder of Beads with B, defines and amplifies everyday affordable luxury, one bead at a time. Using 14K gold-filled tarnish resistant beads and materials, as well as colourful pearls in an exquisite array of hues. Each handcrafted piece is meant to elevate and celebrate its wearers style!

Visit BeadswithB.com and follow us on Instagram @beadswithb

FASHION & BEAUTY

Looking and feeling your best

Fashion & Beauty

QUOTING SHAKESPEARE

Taking centre-stage in Rory’s extensive collection of signature silk scarves - this collection celebrates the 400th of the publication of William Shakespeare’s 1623 First Folio. The designs features references to the First Folio’s publication date, Shakespeare’s birth and death years, and his portrait, as well as figures dressed in Elizabethan costume, and recurring motifs in the plays, including a rose, crown, dagger, skull, and quill pen. roryhutton.co.uk

SET OFF IN STYLE

We love this Waxed Canvas and Leather Backpack, a practical and stylish all round bag to take you from work to the wilderness. scaramangashop.co.uk

BRITISH BEANIES

This simple, classic cuffed hat is the perfect partner for all outdoor activities. The cuff makes sure your ears stay nice and cosy. The ecofriendly yarn we use is soft and very pleasant to wear - and of course it’ll help protect our planet too. betterfullstop.co.uk

SIMPLY ENCHANTED

Stunning wrap effect top with ruffle detailing, concealed button and ties up to the front. Match with the Far Away Skirt for the dreamiest combination! enchantethelabel.co.uk

STEP INTO AUTUMN

Our autumn/winter collection this year is focused around the collector. There is a fascination with collecting objects and revealing long-forgotten treasures. It’s all about the find, big or small, and how objects come together and create beautiful collections. palava.co

Joanies Designs offer pure mulberry silk pyjamas, accessories, and bamboo cotton pyjamas. Luxurious high quality products. Please view our collection online.

Contact via Instagram @joanies.uk or website www.joaniesuk.com

CLARIDGE’S

FIRST SPA IN ITS HISTORY

In a groundbreaking project that has seen teams of experts excavate five floors into the London clay, to pave the way for the next 200 years of Claridge’s life, the legendary Mayfair hotel announces the opening of its first ever spa.

Situated three floors down with 7,000 square feet of space, Claridge’s Spa is a haven of wellness and tranquillity featuring its first ever swimming pool, steam rooms, sauna and seven treatments rooms. The space is an epicentre of wellness, showcasing healing rituals, a knowledge of restorative body work and the latest bio-innovation to amplify emotional, physical and spiritual wellbeing. The service is signature five-star Claridge’s, with touches of the iconic timeless glamour synonymous with the hotel. Claridge’s Spa offers both a best-in-class list of resident brands including Josh Wood, Augustinus Bader and FaceGym, and an ever-evolving roster of visiting wellness masters, featuring nail artist Harriet Westmoreland and acupuncturist Ross J. Barr, ensuring guests are expertly treated, head to toe.

THE DETAILS

Claridge’s Spa is open to both hotel and outside guests, MondaySunday 8am-9pm. 90 minute treatments include access to the pool. To book treatments please call 0207 409 6565. claridges.co.uk/spa

Guests cross the iconic monochrome lobby and embark on a journey to a sensorial space of calm serenity, with sounds of flowing water, a visual play of light and shadow, and energy-cleansing music. Escaping the bustle of the capital, spa guests can feel time moving at a slower pace and experience a sense of replenishing restoration. The heated swimming pool is central to the spa, framed by a striking, multi-vaulted ceiling and stone columns. Cabanas set back from the water offer privacy to relax and unwind. In addition to private consultation spaces, the treatment rooms are oak panelled and ensuite, where each treatment is personalised to the individual, inspired by the ancient concept of omakase (‘leaving another to decide what is best’).

The piece de resistance is Josh Wood at Claridge’s – a dedicated hair and beauty space within the spa, where celebrated British hair colour expert Josh Wood brings his hand-picked dream team of A-list stylists to the hotel. This collaboration sees his first home in Mayfair, and a 21st century reimagination of what haircare looks like in hotels.

MATCHLESS AND ELEGANTLY CONFIDENT

CLIVE CHRISTIAN CREATES THE WORLD’S FINEST PERFUMES - TIMELESS CLASSICS, MADE WITHOUT COMPROMISE.

Using exquisite ingredients, with intense and complex formulations and the ultimate craftsmanship- for opulent, pure perfume pleasure. Blending a royal British history with visionary flair to stand outside time.

In 1999, a visionary designer – Clive Christian OBE - acquired the storied Crown Perfumery Company. Our heritage is embodied by our iconic crown, the rights to which were first granted to the Crown Perfumery Company by Queen Victoria herself in 1872. An image that still defines every bottle of Clive Christian perfume to this day.

Highly expressive, uniquely personal perfumes - the ultimate form of self-expression, are created with a perfume oil inclusion of 20% or above in every bottle to ensure a long-lasting impression and anywhere between 120 and 300 different ingredients for a scent that evolves on the skin.

This year the brand celebrates 150 years of perfume prestige, marking the occasion of the brands founding and coronation in 1872 Clive Christian celebrates its glorious past with exclusive new launches and events throughout the remaining months of the year. In October the brand unveils teas created in partnership with Newby London, the finest of tea makers, celebrating the purest ingredients found in their luxury crafted teas and the Original Collection.

Pioneering perfumes since 1999, the signature and classic Original Collection has remained unchanged for 20 years. Celebrating the artistry of perfume in its pure form through the use of the most exquisite ingredients.

With a richly nuanced portfolio blending creative classics with bold innovations Clive Christian is for those who appreciate true, timeless craft and rich, complex perfume. @clivechristianperfume clivechrisitan.com Fortnum & Mason

Catwalk shows featured moments honouring the late monarch. By Katie Wright.

London Fashion Week was swiftly scaled back following the announcement of the death of the Queen – a longstanding supporter of the UK’s largest creative industry – just a week before the biannual event was due to begin.

“As a business-to-business event London Fashion Week will continue while observing Royal Protocol and the event will be dedicated to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II with our own moments of respect,” the British Fashion Council said in a statement.

“Having spoken to designers and industry members, we as an industry want to unite as a creative and business community to celebrate Her Majesty’s legacy and commitment to creativity and design.”

Parties were called off, some catwalk shows (including high profile designers such as Burberry and Raf Simons) were cancelled or postponed, and all presentations due to take place on the day of the funeral were rescheduled.

Designers who did go ahead as planned paid tribute to the late Queen on the catwalk in a variety of ways. Here’s how London Fashion Week’s big names marked the occasion during a subdued spring/summer edition…

S.S. DALEY

Winner of the LVMH Prize for Young Designers, Steven Stokey-Daley’s third runway presentation was based around a

dramatised reading of the love letters between Vita Sackville West and Violet Trefusis.

The show opened with bells tolling, before seven black-clad models carrying white candles processed down the catwalk – which many saw as a mournful tribute to the late Queen.

“I was the first to tell her [my grandmother] the Queen had died, and she burst into tears on the phone. And I don’t know why, I felt really emotional about that,” Stokey-Daley told Vogue, admitting he has mixed feelings about the royal family: “I grapple with my personal standpoint on the monarchy, as regards to class.”

NENSI DOJAKA

Attendees at up-and-coming designer Nensi Dojaka’s show walked over a white petal-strewn floor to reach their seats (white flowers are often used in memorial bouquets).

On the catwalk, models including Emily Ratajkowski carried delicate floral sprigs during the finale – thought to be lily of the valley, one of the Queen’s favourite flowers.

JW ANDERSON

Perhaps the most literal tribute of London Fashion Week came at the JW Anderson show, which was held in a casino arcade against a backdrop of neon-lit gambling machines.

The final look at the colourful collection was an oversized black T-shirt dress emblazoned with a simple ‘Thank you’ message to the late monarch.

CHRISTOPHER KANE

A minute’s silence was held in remembrance of the Queen before Christopher Kane’s show at London’s iconic Roundhouse venue.

The SS23 collection featured Kane’s signature blend of the weird (prints straight out of human anatomy textbooks and transparent latex straps that gave models fake six-packs) and the wonderful

(pastel-hued blouses and lacy LBDs), as well as vibrant floral prints reminiscent of the kind the monarch used to wear.

In the show notes Kane said he was inspired by “the young Queen Elizabeth and Princess Margaret roaming the grounds of Balmoral”, and a cape detail jumper and skirt combo was inspired by the Queen in her last official photograph.

HALPERN

Michael Halpern honoured the memory of Queen Elizabeth II with the regal opening look of his show, which was presented in silence.

Inspired by a conversation Halpern had with the late monarch, in which he expressed his love of ostentation, the billowing blue cape was topped with a mint green headscarf similar to the kind worn offduty by Her Majesty.

ERDEM

Erdem Moralioglu, a designer popular with royals including the Princess of Wales, dedicated his SS23 collection to the late Queen, citing one of her most famous quotes in his show notes: “Grief is the price we pay for love.”

A collection of largely pastel, white and chartreuse dresses in the designer’s typically ornate style was bookended with a handful

of black and white Fifties-style tailoring and full-skirted evening looks, topped with black mourning veils.

RICHARD QUINN

The late monarch famously sat front row at Richard Quinn in 2018 and presented the young designer (now a major fixture on the LFW schedule) with the inaugural Queen Elizabeth II Award for British Design.

Recalling that iconic moment, the London-born talent dedicated SS23 to the Queen, opening the show with a series of all-black looks featuring many of her sartorial signatures – from headscarves and crowns to belted coats and ballgowns –while archive footage from her youth played on a big screen.

Black confetti rained down on the catwalk during the finale, the dramatic show celebrating the life of Quinn’s most high profile and influential supporter.

“Kane said he was inspired by “the young Queen Elizabeth and Princess Margaret roaming the grounds of Balmoral”

“Designers who did go ahead as planned paid tribute to the late Queen on the catwalk in a variety of way”

GIVE THE GIFT OF GLOWING SKIN THIS CHRISTMAS

Frankincense, myrrh and orange bath and body oil

A luxury bath & body oil formulated with a blend of natural plant oils enriched with pure essential oils of orange, frankincense and myrrh to nourish your skin and enhance your mood. The uplifting aroma of orange essential oil complements the grounding, calming and relaxing properties of frankincense and myrrh along with the woody base notes of cedarwood creating a gorgeous harmonious scent.

Price: £12.95

Dead Sea Minerals Clay Mask

Transform your skin with this Pure Detox clay mask, a deep cleansing mask to detoxify and absorb excess oils for healthier skin and a smoother complexion. Removes dead skin cells, absorbs excess oil and improves oxygenation and circulation giving a healthier, clearer and smoother complexion whilst you enjoy the therapeutic benefits of the essential oils relaxing the mind and body.

Price: £12.95

Rose & frankincense anti-ageing moisturiser

A natural anti-ageing rose and frankincense face moisturiser packed full of skin-loving ingredients chosen for their hydrating, protecting and anti-ageing properties to give you healthier, younger looking skin. This moisturising rose face cream has an elegant harmonious scent and a luxurious silky feel which absorbs quickly into the skin.

Price: £17.95 shaloahskincare.co.uk

The Kensington Wing

The Kensington Wing is the dedicated private maternity unit at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, providing women and birthing people with around-the-clock clinical care, comfortable ensuite private rooms and hospitality services.

Located in the heart of Chelsea and Westminster Hospital – part of one of the UK’s top rated hospital Trusts – your baby’s and your safety and wellbeing are reassuringly supported at all times. The Kensington Wing is immediately located next to the hospital’s outstanding and newly expanded Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and a consultant anaesthetist remains on site at all times 24/7, dedicated to the needs of our patients.

To ensure the safety of women, birthing people and birth partners, The Kensington Wing has important infection control procedures for staff and visitors to adhere to but remain welcoming to your chosen birth partner for all stages of your pregnancy, birth and postnatal stay. Your individual room and en-suite facilities are a haven, and the catering and hospitality team ensures your stay is relaxing as well as safe. On the Kensington Wing the consultant obstetricians, midwives, nurses and maternity support workers provide care as a team and are delighted to offer both consultant-led and midwife-led maternity packages.

The Kensington Wing’s highly experienced team of midwives welcome enquiries and the

concerns throughout your pregnancy, birth and postnatal stay.

The consultant-led care package allows you the choice of one of their experienced consultant obstetricians to personally guide you through your pregnancy and birth. Your consultant provides continuity and individualised expertise throughout your journey. They build a relationship with you and your partner through the antenatal period to give you confidence to birth safely with them in line with your birth preferences. They continue to support you through the postnatal period, including your 6 week postnatal check. All consultants are available to meet you and your birth partner without any obligation.

opportunity to discuss midwife-led care in more detail. These ‘meet the midwife’ sessions are always a relaxed and special time to talk and discover more without any obligation. For those women and birthing people who are appropriate for midwife-led care, the team provide full support throughout your pregnancy and the midwifery team are available 24 hours seven days a week for advice or

THE DETAILS

If you would like to talk to one of the team, call 020 3315 8616, email chelwest.kensington@nhs.net or visit thekensingtonwing.co.uk

The Kensington Wing enquiry team are always happy to support with these arrangements and answer any questions.

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RAISE A GLASS FOR FIZZ SUPREME

Known for their eccentric take on nature-inspired interiors, The Curious Department launches a fabulously new design this Autumn, ‘Fizz Supreme’. Inspired by the excess and glamour of the 1970’s party scene, from the sensory multicoloured disco lights to the most decadent Palm Springs champagne pool parties, this playful design has been created to evoke positive energy in a curiously reimagined style. thecuriousdepartment.com

SCANDI STYLE TABLESCAPE

Reflecting the fresh seasonal colours of Sweden, this luxury collection breathes life into dining. Alive with energy and light, showcasing the latest design ‘Gotland’ by Swedish Artist Nina D. nina-d.co.uk

NEW ADDITION

Luxury online retailer Naken. co.uk has expanded its offering by introducing a range of wallpaper, featuring designs from some of the most celebrated names in the industry. naken.co.uk

MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS

Handcrafted on luxurious cream velvet, the gorgeous penguin cushion is exquisitely appliquéd in cream and black wool with the detail hand-embroidered in antique gold thread. The little penguin stands upon the melting ice surrounded by golden sequin stars. This lovely Penguin Cushion will make a wonderful gift for someone who loves the natural world. janconstantine.com

BEING BOLD

London design house Divine Savages has teamed up with the masters of luxury vinyl, Beija Flor, to create a unique collection of rugs & mats inspired by a shared obsession with brave colour and bold pattern. divinesavages.com

Stock tanks are agricultural drinking water tanks made from galvanised steel, they can be used indoors or outdoors for everything from an ice-bath to a yard pool or fish-pond. Discover more about stock tanks, the health benefits of cold-therapy and the selection of tanks, accessories and events offered by Urban Ice Tribe at www.urbanicetribe.com

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The fitted furniture files

What the design world is coming to realise more than ever recently, is that what defines a home, is you. The people living in it. The modern home is focusing on expressing the personalities within it through decoration and design. This could be by displaying meaningful, memory-filled objects, by planning a room around a treasured work of art or by more actively placing the needs and preferences of a house’s occupants at the core of how it looks and functions. Houses are becoming as unique as the people within them, telling their stories and revealing their personalities.

That’s where fitted furniture comes in, pieces of practical storage created precisely for the space you need them in.

Think of fitted furniture and what first comes to mind may not be hugely inspiring. We’re here to prove you wrong. It’s an art form, not only designed to fit specifically into the space you need it in, but – yes – beautiful, creative, expressive as well as the very definition of useful.

There’s something incredibly satisfying about a bespoke piece that slides perfectly into place. Perhaps there’s an element of ASMR to it: look at how it lines up so perfectly with the ceiling. See how it fits so smoothly into that alcove. Watch how it skirts around the bumps in the wall. Feel how smoothly those doors glide open. Oooo.

Fitted furniture is about making the most of every centimetre. About stretching up high, adding an extra shelf, making room for more pairs of shoes or finally creating somewhere to house that LP collection. It makes life easier and rooms smarter.

Chaplins’ range of beautiful, designer fitted furniture is ready

and waiting to be crafted into shape around you, your home and those objects that you most care about, whatever they may be. The in-house fitted furniture expert Denis Barclay knows every trick in the fitted furniture book: here he talks through everything you need to know to ready your room for a bespoke storage piece.

How can Chaplins help with fitted furniture?

We offer a complete design and installation service. In the first instance, you are invited into our showroom to browse the options –during this initial meeting, we discuss the space you are considering and how you want to use the area, as well as any ideas you have and designs you like so we can make suggestions to better meet your brief.

We then work from your plans or visit your home, depending on the stage of the project. It’s also important to establish the budget.

What falls under the category of ‘fitted furniture’? It’s more than wardrobes, right?

Over the 35 years, I have been involved

with the furniture business, there are not many spaces that I have not planned fitted furniture for, inside or outside, be it under the stairs, boot rooms, TV rooms, studies, libraries, bedrooms, dressing rooms and craft workshops. Modular furniture is very adaptable. It’s only limited by the imagination, and of course the budget.

Which designer brands offer fitted furniture?

We work with premium Italian brands Lema, Molteni&C and Porro, and heritage German company Interlübke. They are modern and sleek, with finishes ranging from matt and high gloss lacquers to glass, metals, ceramics and veneers. There’s a lot to choose from.

Our Lema wardrobe studio showcases different styles of wardrobe in a range of finishes. We also have a door bar showing a small format selection of doors options.

What do I need to know before my fitted furniture consultation? Do I need to get out the tape measure? The more information you can bring, then the more meaningful the initial meeting will be. Generally, we ask customers to have photos of the space, or architect’s plans if it’s under construction. It’s also helpful to really consider your storage requirements so that we can make best use of the space available.

What’s the timeline between consultation to installation?

WHAT’S THE FIRST STEP? DO I NEED TO COME INTO THE SHOWROOM? WHO DO I TALK TO?

Call us or email us at sales@chaplins.co.uk and we’ll discuss the best way to get started.

For more ideas on bespoke designer storage, see chaplins. co.uk, or book an appointment to visit the 25,000 sq ft luxury lifestyle showroom in Hatch End where you’ll find the latest shelves, doors and finishes under one roof.

After the first discussion, we’ll produce an initial plan and costing, then the process develops from there. In some instances, it can be very quick, while larger projects can take months. Then of course it takes 10-12 weeks for the furniture to be made and delivered from the factory. Installation is quick – it usually takes a day for a conventional room, to a week or more on a larger project.

Chaplins Furniture, 407-577 Uxbridge Road, HA5 4JS Tel: 020 8421 1779

Truffle Tablescapes to Launch Pop-Up Retail Store in London’s Mayfair

Truffle homeware products, there will be a range of brand-new products which will be available for the first time in-store. Shoppers will also get the opportunity to see and purchase newly launched harvest looks, autumnal accessories and even some Christmas décor.

Truffle Tablescapes, a leading UK-based online tablescaping boutique, will launch its first ever pop-up shop in one of London’s most fashionable and well-established retail locations.

From 5 – 8 October 2022, Truffle will take over 10 South Molton Street where shoppers will be invited to explore its extensive range of carefully curated tableware and home accessories.

Truffle has been helping at-home entertainers elevate their dinner party looks since it launched during the first lockdown in 2020. Founded by tablescaping expert and interiors lover Kate Fairlie, the brand has expanded and is now celebrating the start of a third year in business by bringing its collections directly to customers on the high street.

“We are excited to bring Truffle tableware and home accessories to shoppers in an entirely new way this autumn,” says Kate. “Our first pop-up experience will allow us to develop more personal, face-to-face engagement with new and existing customers.”

Truffle’s elegant collections of tableware will be available to view and purchase at the South Molton Street store. In addition to a wide selection of established

THE DETAILS

The Truffle Tablescapes pop-up shop will be located at 10 South Molton Street, London, W1K 5QJ. The store will be open from 11am – 7pm each day between 5 and 8 October 2022.

“This more immersive shopping experience, where visitors can see and touch the products in person, will appeal to many of our customers. We are looking forward to building in-person connections with shoppers and we hope they will enjoy seeing the detail and quality of the Truffle ranges. Our beautiful new products – from luxury velvet pumpkins to hand blown glassware and uniquely designed crockery – are perfect for shoppers looking to update their home for the new season. Our team will be on hand in store to help customers select the perfect items for their autumn/winter tablescapes and home displays.”

“This more immersive shopping experience, where visitors can see and touch the products in person, will appeal to many of our customers”

THE MOST COMMONLY ASKED BATHROOM QUESTIONS

WITH BATHROOM DESIGN SPECIALIST RIPPLES.

With over 30 years experience designing bathrooms, the team at Ripples understands that the process can sometimes be daunting. Its designers are experts on all aspects of bathrooms and here, Senior Designer Faye Young from Ripples Bournemouth showroom answers some of the most commonly asked bathroom-related questions.

With Pinterest, Instagram and other great tools, can’t I just design my bathroom myself? Do I really need a bathroom designer? Although there are a lot of great tools out there to give you style inspiration these days, there are so many other things to be considered when designing a bathroom. Considerations around plumbing, electrics and room layout are best handled by a professional. If you are anything like me, you will have a lot of images on your

Pinterest boards or magazine collection, encompassing a number of different styles. A Ripples designer can work with you to narrow down your choices, incorporating your inspiration into one cohesive scheme. Designers can also take the stress out of sourcing all of the product for your space, using their specialist knowledge to find the products which will work best for you. This will give you more time to focus on the more fun parts of your project!

What lighting do I need in a bathroom?

The first level of lighting needed for all bathrooms will be either downlights or a central light. This is controlled by one switch and gives you the overall lighting needed for general use and cleaning. The next level of lighting is task lighting. This could include lighting within your mirror or wall lights either side of the mirror. Wherever possible, go for side rather than top lighting to give a good overall lighting with minimal shadows – perfect for getting ready on dark winter mornings. The next level of lighting to consider is mood lighting. Low level lighting is key in a bathroom especially one with a bath or in an en-suite. This can be incorporated in soft spot lighting or strip lighting on top of recesses, by a bath or underneath a vanity unit. Having this on a separate switch means early mornings, late nights and even any middle-of-the-night trips to the bathroom are not disturbed by bright lights coming on. In a family bathroom, you may also want to consider a PIR (passive infrared) sensor. As children get older they can then go into the bathroom at night on their own and lights will automatically come on.

• Heating: opt for dual fuel heating as this can dramatically reduce energy usage in your home. You can control dual fuel radiators with a timer and use heated towel rails to heat the bathroom, without having to heat the rest of the home

• Lighting: LED spotlights and feature lighting use approximately 85% less energy than traditional bulbs

• Extractor fans: choosing an extractor fan with a builtin timer and/or humidity sensor will use less energy as it switches off when not in use

• Surfaces: glass surfaces are one of the greenest options available as they can keep being recycled again and again

• Cold-start taps: cold-start taps are normal mixer taps which start running cold water first. These are great if you have a combi boiler as they don’t kick in unless you manually change the mixer across to hot

• Reclaimed furniture: love the ‘lived-in’ look? Consider incorporating vintage or upcycled pieces within your bathroom, such as vanity units, mirrors and shelving

Should I use big or small tiles in a smaller bathroom?

Generally, I advise using larger tiles, no matter the size of the space. This reduces the amount of grout needed

which makes for easier cleaning and fewer grout lines give a more polished look. That being said, with the amount of beautiful feature tiles out there, a mix of the two can work well. In a smaller bathroom it is more important to consider how product and tiles align, the areas of the room which are (and are not) going to be tiled and the grout colour.

Shall I opt for underfloor heating?

With a tiled bathroom floor, I would always recommend underfloor heating as it gives you ambient warmth, whatever the season. If you have a floor-tiled shower tray, underfloor heating can be incorporated underneath, helping to dry up water and keeping you warm underfoot whilst showering. Underfloor heating can even be taken up walls and onto tiled seats for an indulgent, spa-like experience. Underfloor heating is also a great selling point for the property as it’s a feature that cannot be retrofitted.

THE DETAILS

Visit Ripples Bournemouth at 3436 Seamoor Rd, Westbourne, Bournemouth BH4 9AS, head to ripplesbathrooms.com or call 01202 766886 for more information.

What are some quick tips for creating a more eco-friendly bathroom

“Opt for dual fuel heating as this can dramatically reduce energy usage in your home”

EMBRACE BIOPHILIC DESIGN WITH DARLINGS OF CHELSEA

As we will once again find ourselves spending more time indoors as the cooler evenings begin, it is natural to seek ways to elevate the spaces in which we will be retreating. Encapsulating the essence of the natural world through your décor can instantly rejuvenate your home, creating a peaceful, soothing environment in which to unwind and recharge. With over 170 fabrics and leathers to choose from, the luxury furniture specialists at Darlings of Chelsea have everything you need to incorporate this nature-inspired trend into your home in the months to come to create the perfect tranquil setting.

The easiest way to embrace this trend is by introducing shades of green into your humble abode. The Exmouth Loveseat SofaFarnworth Loveseat in Stain Resistant Moleskin Velvet Kiwi is pictured here in Easy Clean Corded Velvet Kale, a beautiful yet

understated mossy green hue that will compliment a range of colour schemes while working to ground your space. Featuring a sleek, contemporary design with high arms and side bolster cushions for extra comfort, this luxury contemporary sofa is ideal for those smaller spaces, providing unparalleled comfort without compromise.

If a softer shade is more to your taste, look no further than the Farnworth Loveseat in Stain Resistant Moleskin Velvet Kiwi – a perfect pastel hue to make a subtle statement. The Farnworth Loveseat has enough room for two people to snuggle up during the frosty winter evenings, with its deep sumptuous seat and smooth curved lines enticing you to sink in and switch off.

For those who aren’t quite ready to take the full plunge, opt for a colour palette that focuses on classic neutral colours to help this ease botanical shades into your decor. These stripped back shades, such as The Darwin Grand Sofa In Washed Linen Steel, ooze understated elegance and hold a timeless quality that will serve you well as the seasons change. These sophisticated colours will allow any green accents to take centre stage without overwhelming the senses.

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A NEW FURNITURE BRAND FOR THE WAY WE ARE NOW

New to the British furniture market, MadeFine&co. Is set to shake up the way we think about, and buy furniture. With in-house manufacturing from their British factory, and a design and production team with generations of knowledge, your sofa-life is about to get a level up.

The way we buy furniture is changing. No longer wanting throw-away items that only last a season, our standards have been raised, and our expectations are higher. We’re starting to pay more attention than ever to where our money is spent and ho what we spend it on is made. The supply chain has become king, not only when it comes to shopping for organic fruit and vegetables and it seems the furniture industry is no different. Something British manufacturer and new furniture brand, MadeFine&co., knows all too well.

‘We’ve noticed a huge shift in what we expect from our furniture purchases when it comes to both transparency of the manufacturing process as well as the longevity of the pieces,’ say MadeFine&co. With a strong desire for furniture made well, built to last and with true connections to the manufacturer making it, MadeFine&co., was created to bring our customers a brand that underpinned with key aims:

• Designed for Generations

• Crafted with Care

• Making life better by design

Born out of the desire to create timeless furniture and homewares with a sense of heritage, tradition and modernity, MadeFine&co. is a real expression of a modern, free-spirited and caring attitude to life – and good design made fine. MadeFine&co., is a brand for those that want more from their home, that want more traceability and knowing that their furniture is made well, to last. Our buying habits have evolved in the very best way to enable customers to ask more from their retailers. ‘We think it’s an honour to be able to deliver at this level,’ say MadeFine&co.

Prices start from £953 for a 2 seater sofa madefineandco.com

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SARA MILLER LONDON

Bringing Colour To Life

Award-winning British designer Sara Miller reveals what inspired her new wallpaper and fabric collections.

Sara always had a vision; to create a design-led brand for women who love colour and print, and want to be surprised and uplifted by their accessories. “I love to bring colour and personality into people’s lives; to create beautiful things that make them feel special”, explains Sara.

Walking into her north London studio you are immediately immersed into an enchanting world – an array of bright fabrics, colour swatches, mood boards and product samples with cushions piled high, which start to reveal the inspiration behind the rich textures and vivid colours of her unique designs

It was on her 2012 trip to India, bowled over by its beauty, that Sara marvelled at the decoration in Rajasthan - on everything from pompoms on buses and brightly coloured saris - they were all to form Sara’s creative and visual philosophy to ‘embellish at every opportunity’. “I have always had a passion for travel and always try to capture a little piece of the exotic into my designs – whether it’s the jewel tones of the crystal blue waters of the Indian Ocean, the intense pinks of Japanese cherry blossom, or the fusion of exotic fragrances from all parts of the globe in our bath and body products”, explains Sara.

The Sara Miller London collections, which now span gifts, handbags, bath & body, stationery and homeware, are celebrated for their use of vibrant prints that blend the visual storytelling of Sara’s

travels and her proud London roots, often embellished with delicate gold details.

The sumptuous wallpapers and fabrics include bold prints alongside complimentary plains in luxurious finishes with a sumptuous velvets, cotton sateens and woven jacquards with a metallic shimmer finish. The coordinating wallpapers features rich statement prints to softer, more delicate hues, as well as beautiful murals, eye-catching panel sets and more paired back prints with special metallic finishes, perfect for both contemporary and more traditionally designed homes.

So does Sara have a favourite print? “I love to mix and match! Our fabric and wallpapers pull upon all our signature designs from enchanted gardens and exotic palms to elegant birds and other charming characters. It’s a real visual feast and I can’t wait to see them taking pride of place in people’s homes!” To see the full range visit saramiller.london

OXLEY’S:

CIRCULAR BUSINESS

Acircular economy demonstrates the process of using, consuming, restoring and reusing raw products or materials thus extending a products life cycle, or in Oxley’s case, ensuring their sustainable outdoor furniture has no end of life. Businesses have a duty to work in a truly sustainable and circular way, taking responsibility for their products. Moving away from a ‘take, make, waste’ economy benefitting the environment, customers and the business.

Oxley’s has always strived to be a truly sustainable business, making the decision to use 100% recycled aluminium for their products over 30 years ago when the business started. Aluminium is an unsung success story of the sustainable world and is one of the most recycled elements on the planet. Using 100% recycled aluminium saves 95% of the energy needed to create new aluminium, and due to it being infinitely recycled it can be used over and over again and won’t lose its quality. The perfect material

for Oxley’s main aim, building luxury outdoor furniture to last generations in the most sustainable way possible.

Oxley’s have recently launched a unique buy back guarantee that allows them to run in a truly circular way. This sustainable buy back guarantee means that once customers have owned their furniture for a year, Oxley’s will buy it back for half the original purchase price up to 10 years later. The furniture is taken back to the Oxley’s factory in the Cotswolds, repurposed and given a new home. Just because it is intended to last generations, doesn’t mean it has to stay in the same family.

Simon Hudson, managing director of Oxley’s Furniture states “We have always made luxury outdoor furniture in a sustainable way so it is logical that we should be the first in our industry to take this next important step of making Oxley’s a truly circular business. There will be new challenges ahead, but we are all excited to have made this decision and to see where it takes us. Just because we make furniture to last generations, doesn’t after all mean it has to stay in the same family”.

Oxley’s are a prime example of taking full responsibility for their products and ensuring there is no end of life. For customers, this means they can own the furniture they want risk free. For the business, it means highest quality materials can be sourced directly from customers. For the environment, it means less energy is used and less waste produced. oxleys.com

MINOTTI LONDON

Minotti London is a modern Italian furniture company; leader in high quality, contemporary indoor and outdoor furniture suitable for both residential and hospitality environments. In the field of contemporary furniture design, Minotti London is an ambassador for a classicmodern lifestyle in the residential and commercial sector.

Minotti’s designs and philosophies are embraced by interior design and architecture professionals who collaborate with us on London’s luxury property and design scene, as well as private clients. Projects are unique and our client’s passion is evident in the diverse palette of projects completed in collaboration with Minotti London.

Central to the Minotti identity is an unwavering commitment to “100% Made in Italy” concept, which combines tradition and innovation. The skills of talented artisans are employed together with the latest modern technologies, balancing industrial precision with sensitivity and eye for detail. This high degree of know-how is constantly improving by exploring materials and technological solutions to enhance every impeccable detail. The commitment to excellence involves everyone within the company and continues in our dedication to client service.

Minotti London recognises the diverse needs of interior designers, architects and private clients. We recommend a personal meeting with our team to learn more about the many technical, design and logistical services additions alongside a selection of the pieces that make up the complete collection.

Following twenty years of successful collaboration between the Summerhill and Minotti families in London, the Minotti London showroom opened in February 2009 in the culturally rich West End of London. Recently extended in 2016 to include a second floor, the elegantly designed Margaret Street space showcases Minotti’s most recent collections, alongside pivotal pieces from two decades of collections coordinated by Rodolfo Dordoni.

Minotti offer the same high level of service to all clients, whether

purchasing a single piece or fitting out an entire property, private or commercial. Our aim is to form long lasting relationships that ensure we understand your requirements to the smallest detail. Minotti offer a complete bespoke service. Our team are all fully trained interior designers and understand the needs of private clients and architects alike.

Minotti Italy has an outstanding creative team, Minotti studio, who rely on highly diversified professional skills: product engineering, selection of new fabrics, photographic set, graphic design, communications and styling specialists. A creative department where ideas are conceived, developed and shaped to make projects, catering to a lifestyle philosophy synonymous with luxury, become reality. Each interior design project, residential project, hospitality and commercial furniture project is unique.

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“Minotti offer the same high level of service to all clients, whether purchasing a single piece or fitting out an entire property”

Covid and Influenza cases are on the increase.

to supply, install and maintain these safe and affordable groundbreaking devises.

We believe that every business and Home should utilise this technology to ensure everyone’s safety, not only does UV-C light eradicate Covid it also kills all other airborne viruses and pathogens including influenza,MRSA, E- coli and many others, it breaks down the DNA and RNA of the viruses which prevents them from reproducing and to stop people getting ill.

Doctors and Dental practises along with veterinary practises, offices, shops, Schools, Colleges, Universities, Football Clubs, Cruise ships, aviation and the hospitality sector including Hotels, In fact wherever there is a gathering of people would all benefit from this UV-C technology. We know that the safest and most efficient way to ensure everyone’s safety from these deadly viruses is air and surface disinfection using this safe UV-C light technology, please see the scientific white paper on our website @ WWW.LUXIAIR.CO.UK from Boston University proving the efficiency of these devices which can eradicate these pathogens within seconds. with Medical experts confirming that Coronavirus is here to stay and that we will have to learn to live with it in our everyday lives with new strains and variants of the virus emerging, vaccines alone will not prevent you from contracting covid but will keep our valuable NHS free from over load to deal with emergencies and lengthy waiting lists.

Our website shows that the Government, NHS and Police Force are using this UVC technology to keep everyone safe and free from these viruses.

WHEN THE BLUE LIGHT IS ON THE VIRUS IS GONE

We are UV-C lighting specialists based in Poole Dorset and are Philips UV-C partners

BEAUTIFUL BIRDS

According to Megan Slack at Homes & Gardens, bird motifs are trending because they represent freedom, optimism, and the ability to escape. In addition to bird motifs, biophilic designs have featured on Real Homes roundup of wallpaper trends - and of course maximalist patterns are everywhere. The Caged Bird collection takes inspiration from these trends and reimagines them with birds in captivity, including elements both vintage and modern.

Four of the designs in the collection feature a different species of bird in a cage - either real or metaphorical. Magpie and Pigeon are more traditional patterns, while Rifle and Roller have more modern lines.

Magpie has the namesake bird flying amid irises, seemingly aware of the mesh cage which surrounds them. Look closely in Pigeon, and you will see leg bands on a few of the birds.

Rifle has a vibrant teal background with a modern gate illustration - with other flora and fauna around, the birds look to find freedom.

Roller is a linear barbed wire print with the bird guarding its eggs. Feather, a supporting pattern, is a dense motif of abstract feathers in the collection’s signature teal colour.

Teal is the focal point of the collection - a timeless colour which, according to colour psychology expert Karen Haller on The Design Sheppard, evokes feelings of tranquillity, calm, peace, and balancea direct contrast to the feelings of being held captive.

Mara Nieuwsma, Managing Director, comments on her colour choices: “I was drawn to the vivid teal feathers of the rifle and roller, and wanted to carry this hue through the collection, balanced with black, greys and beiges to make the designs more versatile. The cages arrived naturally through the creative process, in a desire to add something unexpected to a familiar motif.” northandnether.com

North Yorkshire, UK - North & Nether’s newest wallpaper collection, Caged Bird, has been unveiled today. The sixth collection in the brand’s catalogue, Caged Bird features vintage bird illustrations with a trademark North & Nether twist.

Clarke & Clarke EXOTICA

Clarke & Clarke, by the Sanderson Design Group, is the go-to design house for vibrant colour, desirable design and affordable luxury.

As a style leader for a new generation of decorators, Clarke & Clarke offers an eclectic but distinctive collection of fabrics, wallpapers and home accessories, born from a passion for creating beautiful, expressive homes since 2009.

Thanks to its entrepreneurial spirit and innovative British flair, Clarke & Clarke delivers interior fashion for the style conscious, focusing on luxurious textures and bold colour combinations that can be curated to suit any style, from whimsical to glamourous, maximalist to sleek.

Launching AW22, step into a home of imagination and creativity with Exotica 2, Clarke & Clarke’s latest range of decadent fabrics and wallcoverings.

Moving on from the first and highly popular Exotica fabric collection, Exotica 2 makes a statement with rich velvets, tropical digital prints and textural jacquards. Retaining its homage to island life, the launch features large-scale jungle florals, leopard detailing and Clarke & Clarke’s signature monkeys.

Hand-painted designs draw out a rich palette of tones and shades on a mixture of fabrics. This is a feature collection that has a distinctly tropical feel, with a melody of darker tones, and moody highlights complemented by deeply luxurious texture that best reflects the season.

Bursting with vibrancy directly from nature or laced with metallic yarns for a more opulent Art Deco feel, Exotica 2 carries the classic look of Clarke & Clarke with its refined and sophisticated style in each print.

Jessica Killen, senior designer at Clarke & Clarke explains, “We are always looking at new and exciting ways to develop our textiles and working closely with the mills helps to achieve this. Comprising nine fabrics and matching wallpaper, Exotica 2 has a distinctly more opulent feel than its predecessor - for example, we’ve added metallic highlights to Selva’s velvet jacquard and introduced bronze/antique into our colour palette, evoking a glamorous feel across all our designs.”

The collection includes Passiflora, one of Clarke & Clarke’s bestselling designs with its vibrant passionflower trail, jewel tones and metallic highlights. Starting life as a painting, Tahiti, another feature design, shares a rich colour palette and standout painterly bouquet. Named after the tropical rainforest in Central Africa, Congo is printed using deep, dramatic colours. Available as both a soft velvet and statement wallpaper, it possesses all the qualities of an oil painting.

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THE GARDEN DESIGN PROCESS

At Modular we believe garden design is the most exciting of all the design disciplines, but we would say that! As well as a well-designed garden being an inviting, beautiful and practical space it’s increasingly viewed as a haven to immerse ourselves in; somewhere to escape the stresses of everyday life and connect with the natural world.

The bigger picture.

A garden should work on many levels. Developing a great garden is extremely rewarding for a few keen homeowners, but hugely frustrating for others. Perhaps you’ve lived with the same garden for years yet are still way off realising your dream space or have recently bought a property with a garden or roof terrace and just don’t know where to start?

Setting off on the right track with a vision and plan is critical to its success. Good design marries the clients brief (style/function), with the build and planting budget to create a space that is greater than the sum of its parts.

God is in the details. The Architect Mies van der Rohe famously said this and at Modular we agree. The technical design stage

before the build captures key design details such as levels, steps, surfaces, boundaries, lighting and irrigation etc. with pinpoint accuracy to ensure a slick build and a high-end finish on site.

Right plant right place.

Plants breathe the life into a garden. In the UK they inspire us to celebrate all four seasons and are an essential resource for wildlife. Trees, large shrubs, hedging and clipped shapes provide the year-round structure so that perennials and bulbs can create impact at key times of the year with their colours and textures. Choosing the right plants for the right place (aspect, soil etc.) so they not only thrive but combine beautifully together is where the artistry of great garden design comes into own.

At Modular we have wealth of experience and expertise offering the full range of design, construction, and planting services and guide our clients through every step of the process. We only have one aim, to create an outdoor space that exceeds your expectations.

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THE SOUND AND MOVEMENT OF WATER CAN INTRODUCE A MAGICAL ELEMENT TO AN OUTDOOR SPACE BUT REQUIRES PRECISION DESIGN AND INSTALLATION; BELOW: THIS COMBINATION OF LONG FLOWERING PERENNIAL AND ORNAMENTAL GRASSES SEGUES THE GARDEN FROM SUMMER INTO AUTUMN. PHOTO CREDIT PEDRO SILMON.

“Good design marries the clients brief (style/function), with the build and planting budget to create a space that is greater than the sum of its parts”

ABOUT MODULAR

Modular creates stunning, award winning gardens and landscapes for private and commercial clients. We deliver high quality bespoke projects ranging from large residential and commercial to smaller urban spaces. Our team has a wealth of experience, expertise, and flair offering the full range of design, construction, and planting services.

We guide our clients through every step of the process from concept and budgets through to completion.

SHADY AREAS.

PHOTO CREDIT PEDRO SILMON.

Joe Swift FSGD is the Design Director of Modular. He presents the RHS Chelsea Flower Show and Gardeners World for the BBC.

LUXURY FLOORING PERSONIFIED

Having spent over 20 years supplying, installing and restoring wooden floors, Southern Cross Flooring are perfectly placed to understand the unique benefits that such a floor brings to the home.

In fact, since the start of this year they have arguably positioned themselves even more perfectly by moving the business from a small, hard-to-find workshop in Kew to a recently refurbished industrial unit in the heart of Twickenham. Not only are they now far better equipped to stock and showcase their floor products, but the move also coincided with a distribution partnership with new brand Wood Connexions, who bring the highest-quality engineered wood floors to the market.

The premises has a dedicated showroom and meeting space on the 1st floor, with the idea being that less is more. “We are all too aware how overwhelmed with choice customers can be when investing in a new wood floor,” company director Matt Wiggins says. “So our goal is to offer premium quality products in a simple of range of colours that can suit almost any design palette.”

To that end, Southern Cross and Wood Connexions offer their customers (whether they are homeowners or in the trade) a range of 10 UV Oiled colours in 15x180mm European Engineered Oak. These floors are perfect for use on underfloor heating and, thanks to the 4mm oak wear layer, can be restored up to 3 times over the course of its life, which could be as long as 40 or 50 years with the

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right care.

The colour spectrum spans from the dark end through the neutral tones and on to the light and white-washed, while each colour is also available in timeless herringbone parquet as well.

Once the dream floor has been found customers don’t then need to find a fitter either, with Southern Cross employing in-house installers to offer a complete all-in-one service to their customers.

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Visits to view the showroom are welcomed between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday, with Saturdays available by appointment.

British-led design preserves Belgravia coach house style

Abespoke up and over garage door beautifully designed and manufactured by Rundum Meir has brought 21st century functionality, access and security to a Grade II listed property in London’s exclusive Belgravia.

One objective of the renovation project by RDB Architecture & Interiors sought to provide improved access to the garage of the property, which is located on one of the capital’s most desirable residential streets close to Eaton Square Gardens. This had to be done in a way that was sympathetic to the local architecture and compliant with the house’s listed status.

The garage doors of the properties lining this cobblestone street are fine examples of the 19th century coach house tradition. Hence, any attempt to dramatically alter the external appearance of the doors would be detrimental to the elegant appeal of this upmarket neighbourhood and flatly refused by council planners.

This was the ideal project for Rundum Meir, who custom manufacture every one of their garage doors to a suit a project’s exacting requirements. Here, the client brief was to retain the look of the existing swing opening garage door, but enable up and over automated functionality for improved access and to make best use of the available space.

A timber engineered door was the solution, finished in traditional black and complete with the original heavy cast iron Charles Collinge hinges. The door was manufactured by Rundum Meir’s skilled craftsmen at its factory in Germany, who also designed and built the overhead mechanism to comfortably accommodate

its significant weight. Once manufactured, the garage door was weighed to enable the design of the correct spring counterbalance system and deliver many years of reliable operation.

Danesch Missaghian, owner manager at Rundum Meir (UK) said: “The coach house is one of the most defining features of the British Victorian mews house, so it is vital that we preserve this tradition whilst making such properties suitable for today’s world. In being able to manufacture every garage door to meet very specific requirements, satisfying planners in the process, our customers do not have to make compromises as the bespoke up and over door at this property in Belgravia clearly demonstrates.”

All Rundum Meir garage doors are designed here in the UK, manufactured in Germany and transported to the UK for assembly in readiness for installation. Every door is manufactured using the highest quality materials such as solid timber and tough extruded aluminium which can be insulated.

To achieve the best possible garage door solution, architects in the UK, as well as across Europe and in the USA, can take advantage of Rundum Meir’s specialist design advice and expert technical support to help turn design concepts into reality.

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To find out more visit rundumgaragedoors.co.uk or call 0151 280 6626.

“This was the ideal project for Rundum Meir, who custom manufacture every one of their garage doors to a suit a project’s exacting requirements”

Creating Exceptional Living Environments

Offering a wide range of quality products to suit any project, from a beautiful replacement front door to a full installation of a new build property and everything in between.

Specialising in Aluminium, UPVC and timber.

Supplying windows and doors, roofline, rooflights, building works and more.

RIMADESIO LONDON

Rimadesio, the leading Italian brand in design furniture, has chosen the city of London to inaugurate its first flagship store in the United Kingdom: a space of about 300 square meters conceived to engage architects, interior designers, and international clients.

Located in a contemporary building at 83-85 Wigmore Street - in the heart of the West End - the monobrand has been designed by Giuseppe Bavuso, who headed a complete renovation process and energy efficiency intervention over a 15-month period.

The space is developed on two levels connected by a LEDlightened overhanging staircase: the colour scheme of the rooms plays on the warm tones of walnut, bronzed metals and grey Vicenza stone, that covers the floor and all the perimeter walls. The project stands out for accurate materials research and an architectural vision of the interiors.

On the outside, two large windows look out the street revealing the best of the Rimadesio offer, which includes iconic proposals and the latest novelties, such as the Modulor wall panelling system. The unique display concept aims at highlighting the quality, excellence and typological variety of the collection.

“The London opening represents a fundamental step in the consolidation strategy of our network” – General Manager Giulio Malberti comments. “This is the third flagship store managed directly by our family company, after the ones opened in Milan and New York”.

Gathering all the distinctive components of the brand, the space is designed to offer an accurate consultancy and project service in the residential, contract and hospitality field. It is also a workplace available to all Rimadesio dealers: a meeting point for events, training sessions and corporate awareness.

CORPORATE OVERVIEW

Founded in 1956, Italy’s Rimadesio produces systems for subdividing environments and for the architectural definition of internal spaces – doors, sliding panels, shelving units, walk-in wardrobes and a collection of complementary furniture including sideboards, bedroom storage, tables, and bookcases.

Rimadesio is known for its expert manipulation of glass and aluminum and their compositional juxtaposition with other materials to engender new aesthetics.

A steadily expanding horizon witnesses the brand presence in over 90 countries in the world. A result that confirms the international features of Rimadesio’s living proposals, a style distinguished by rigorous planning, basic design, and technical innovation that can interpret topicality throughout the world, from New York to London, from Milan to Geneve, from Houston to Sydney.

With a geographical perspective of the most prestigious cities, Rimadesio conveys its quality in the continuously emerging capital cities through a series of exhibition sites located in the most exclusive urban frameworks.

International showrooms develop the corporate vision of design through fittings distinguished by the utmost rigour, and offer a complete, updated view of the collection.

Rimadesio

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Committed to bringing the finest cookers to the most exceptional homes, Dorset based Rural Ranges are a family company with an international reputation.

“At Rural Ranges, our product, like our service, is completely personal,” explains co-owner Ali Smith. “We pride ourselves in helping our customers find the very best fit for their home, lifestyle and budget, bringing their dream to life.”

There is no cooker more iconic than the Aga and with a wealth of Aga expertise across all models and fuel types, the renovation and reimagining of these beautiful cookers is at the heart of the company’s offering.

A bespoke colour matching service is available, as well as an array of exquisite and unique finishes, including gold, brass, black chrome, nickel and copper. Many of these finishes can be personalised to mirror existing kitchen fixtures – a myriad of gold shades can be provided, all in gloss, satin or brushed applications and brass can be aged to any level of patina. For the ultimate statement, Rural Ranges have produced the world’s first fully copper plated Aga, a concept which can be applied to other plated finishes.

For those already enjoying the Aga lifestyle, on site refurbishment and cosmetic upgrades as well as ongoing maintenance are available. The company are also renowned as leaders in the field of controllable electric conversions.

New to Autumn 2022, Rural Ranges is also delighted to expand

Rural Ranges

their services to offer stunning French Lacanche Range Cookers, handmade to order by the original family founders, as well as beautiful Italian made Bertazzoni ovens.

Such is the commitment to unparalleled quality and service, Rural Ranges are the choice of top celebrities and designers alike. Clients include bespoke kitchen designers Searle & Taylor, and founder of Plain English Kitchens Katie Fontana, who have collaborated with the company to create exclusive and showstopping experiences for their clientele and personal projects.

To explore the possibilities, prospective customers are invited to book an appointment at Rural Ranges’ brand new Bridport showroom at Unit 5 and 6 of the Edwards building at North Mills Trading Estate, DT6 5BE by emailing info@ruralranges.co.uk or calling 01308 488 994.

CROWN PAVILIONS

Since appearing on ITV’s Love Your Garden, the British public have sought out Crown Pavilions and their unique luxury gazebos and garden rooms. With a VIP list of discerning customers, including Lord Alan Sugar and Duncan Bannatyne, Crown Pavilions is often described by those in the know as the best in the business.

So what makes a Crown Pavilions garden building so special? Crown Pavilion’s CEO Luke Dejahang attributes this to what is known within the company as the Crown Marque of Excellence. “We only use the finest sustainably sourced materials and craftsmen to create what we consider to be the World’s finest garden rooms. Underpinning everything is our meticulous attention to detail and five-star customer service.”

Luxury Gazebos – Year round alfresco cooking, dining, lounging & entertaining

A luxury wooden gazebo from Crown Pavilions creates a unique space in heart of your garden where you can entertain friends, cook, serve sumptuous suppers and party long into the night. Or, if you prefer the quieter life, a blissful space where you can relax over breakfast, laze away a summer’s afternoon or simply sit back and enjoy a good book.

There are 14 models to choose from, for gardens of every size and shape. They all come with dining and lounging furniture and luxurious soft furnishings as standard. The marine grade canvas side blinds offer protection and flexibility – they can be dropped down and zipped together during inclement weather and rolled them up in the sunshine. You can also customise your cushion and blind colours to taste, add heating and even upgrade with a woodfired oven for larger models.

Garden Rooms – Insulated garden offices, gyms, bars, cinemas, teenage dens and more…

A Crown Pavilions insulated garden room, built to residential standards is for those seeking additional living space. However, unlike a bricks and mortar extension a garden room can be built in just a few short weeks and in many cases planning permission is not

required.

With many still working from home, garden offices are still in high demand. A Crown Pavilions luxury garden room can be used for so much more than work though. “Garden bars, cinemas and gyms are three of our most popular projects. We’re also seeing more customers ask for multi-functional space”, adds Luke Dejahang.

The use of traditional timber building methods sets Crown Pavilions apart. Their buildings are built on site with 6’x2’ and 4’x2’ timber studs, joists and structural steels where necessary. The company also holds a TRADA certification from the Timber Research and Development Association which means everything is compliant and correct – from the timber sizing, insulation and joist spacing through to ventilation, fixtures and fittings. The result is a residential grade living space on par with the rest of your home.

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To find our more and view their latest offers visit the Crown Pavilions website and download their brochures crownpavilions.com

“Their buildings are undoubtedly the best that money can buy” -Lord Alan Sugar

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Carolin Rechberg works in the mediums of drawing, installation, illustration, painting, performance, printmaking, photography, poetry, sculpture and textiles. She places most value in the multi-sensory experience involved in the process of creating and how these transfer from and into a way of life.

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