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Savills Docklands 80 Wapping High Street London E1W 2NE

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Pan Peninsula East, E14

2 reception rooms n kitchen/breakfast room n 2 bedrooms n 2 en suite bathrooms n dining area n 2 balconies n parking space n cinema n gym n cocktail bar n conceirge Guide £1,475,000 Leasehold

Turnstone House, E1

Reception room n kitchen n 2 bedrooms n 2 bathrooms (1 ensuite) n roof terrace n 24 hr concierge n protected parking Guide £925,000 Leasehold

Lauren Ireland lireland@savills.com 020 7531 2500

Charlie Fisher cfisher@savills.com 020 7456 6800

Hanover House, E14

Hermitage Court, E1W

Reception room n fully fitted kitchen n 3 double bedrooms n 3 ensuite bathrooms n powder room n balcony n underground parking n concierge

Reception room n open plan kitchen n 3 bedrooms n 2 bathrooms (1 en suite) n balcony n porter n protected parking

Guide £1,300,000 Leasehold

Guide £895,000 Leasehold

Lauren Ireland lireland@savills.com 020 7531 2500

Charlie Fisher cfisher@savills.com 020 7456 6800

Berkeley Tower, E14

Halcyon Wharf, E1W

Guide £700,000 Leasehold

Guide £550,000 Leasehold

Lauren Ireland lireland@savills.com 020 7531 2500

Charlie Fisher cfisher@savills.com 020 7456 6800

Reception room n separate kitchen n 2 double bedrooms n 2 bathrooms n parking space n concierge

2 reception rooms n open plan kitchen n 2 bedrooms n 2 bathrooms n protected parking n porter

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Hanover House, E14

Reception room n kitchen n 4 bedrooms n 4 bathrooms n large terrace n underground parking n concierge

Harlequin Court, E1W

Guide £2,450,000 Leasehold

Reception room n kitchen n 3 bedrooms n 3 bathrooms (2 en suite) n balcony n 2 sun rooms n 2 roof terraces n 2 protected parking spaces n 24hr concierge Guide £2,750,000 Leasehold

Lauren Ireland lireland@savills.com 020 7531 2500

Charlie Fisher cfisher@savills.com 020 7456 6800

Belgrave Court, E14

Trafalgar Court, E1W

Reception room n kitchen n 3 bedroom n 3 en suite n 3 bathrooms n lift n porterage n landscaped communal gardens n 24 hour security

Reception room n open plan kitchen n 2 bedrooms n 2 bathrooms n (1 ensuite) n river views n protected parking n concierge

Guide £1,550,000 Leasehold

Guide £725,000Leasehold

Lauren Ireland lireland@savills.com 020 7531 2500

Charlie Fisher cfisher@savills.com 020 7456 6800

West India Quay, E14

Dundee Court , E1W

Reception room n fully fitted kitchen n 2 double bedrooms n 2 ensuite bathrooms n 24 hour concierge

Reception room n kitchen/breakfast room n bedroom n bathroom n protected parking n daytime porterage

Guide £799,950 Leasehold

Guide £389,000 Leasehold

Lauren Ireland lireland@savills.com 020 7531 2500

Charlie Fisher cfisher@savills.com 020 7456 6800

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Sanderling Lodge, E1W

Benbow House, SE1

£1050 per week Unfurnished

£650 per week Furnished

Chris Morris cmorris@savills.com 0207 456 6800

Laura Tatham ltatham@savills.com 0207 456 6800

Belgrave Court, E14

Boardwalk Place, E14

Reception room n separate kitchen n 3 bedrooms n 2 bathrooms n terrace n balcony n lift access n 24hr porter n allocated parking

Reception room n separate kitchen n 2 bedrooms n 2 bathrooms n lift access day porter n allocated parking

Double reception room n separate kitchen n dining room n 2 bedrooms n 2 bathrooms n balcony n lift access n 24hr porter n protected parking

£495 per week Unfurnished

Double reception room n separate kitchen n dining room 3 bedrooms n 2 bathrooms n wrap around terrace n lift access n 24hr porter n allocated parking £490 per week Furnished

Stefan Saul ssaul@savills.com 0207 531 2500

Laura Tatham ltatham@savills.com 0207 456 6800

Eaton House, E14

Cinnabar Wharf, E1W

Reception room n separate kitchen n 1 bedroom n 1 bathroom n guest WC n lift access n day porter n allocated parking £375 per week Furnished Stefan Saul ssaul@savills.com

Reception room n separate kitchen n 1 bedroom n 1 bathroom n lift access n 24hr porter n allocated parking £335 per week Furnished and part furnished

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New Street, London, EC2M Cliffords Inn, EC4

£1,900,000 Freehold £595,000 Leasehold Magnificently located on the edge of the City, this imposing 3 A superb 2 bedroom apartment in this popular block on the bedroom Georgian house is one of a terrace of 3 houses that has had western edge of the City, with a southerly aspect and beautiful a very contemporary restoration. views over St Dunstan’s Church.

Exchange Building, E1 Mitre Street, EC3

£699,950 Leasehold £399,950 Leasehold Set over the top 2 floors of a former telephone exchange, this A stunning two bedroom apartment with an abundance of natural incredibly bright 2 bedroom penthouse apartment has a terrace light on the third floor of this converted tea warehouse, away from offering fantastic West-facing views of the City. busy traffic and adjacent to the Gherkin.

New Inn Broadway , EC2A £550,000 Leasehold Dandridge House, E1 £520,000 Leasehold Featherstone Street, EC1 £395,000 Leasehold Garden Walk, EC2 £390,000 Leasehold Hamptons are delighted to offer this stunning 2 bedroom top floor Set on the 2nd floor of a highly sought-after development in the An apartment within this popular development flatimpressive in a modern development located in the highly desirable area of offering stylish contemporary accommodation on one floor the Shoreditch Triangle. with its own street entrance and private car parking.

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£395,000 Leasehold £565,000 Leasehold This stunning 1 bedroom flat is set on the 3rd floor of an extremely Pricea on application This duplex offers lovely view the garden and the lake.

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£875,000 Share of Freehold £585,000 Share of Freehold A stunning two bedroom apartment next to Shad Thames, with A waterfront two bedroom apartment within the popular vaulted ceilings, character beams, balcony and a mezzanine master Providence Square development, having a terrace directly bedroom. overlooking the Japanese style water garden.

£415,000 Leasehold £585,000 Leasehold A 2nd floor 538 sq ft one bedroom apartment within the popular A two bedroom 1st floor apartment within the popular Cayenne Circle development, having SW facing balcony, 24 hour concierge Court development, having a Westerly courtyard facing balcony and underground parking. from the reception. Leisure complex and parking.

£685,000 Leasehold £695,000 Leasehold An 818 sq ft two bed, two bath apartment situated on the 2nd floor A beautifully presented 951 sq ft two bedroom penthouse apartment of this character warehouse conversion. Balcony directly over the built in 2005 by Berkeley Homes with balcony, spacious terrace and dock and private parking is also included. underground parking.

£449,950 Leasehold £389,000 Leasehold A well presented 786 sq ft two bedroom two bathroom apartment A stylish one bedroom apartment on the 1st floor of a gated & with two balconies and underground parking, across the road from portered development, with re-fitted kitchen and bathroom, located Borough Tube Station (Northern Line). in the heart of Shad Thames.

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New Globe Walk, SE16 SE1 Windsor Court,

£699,000 Leasehold £395,000 Leasehold A beautifully presented 1033 sq ft 2 bedroom apartment on the An upgraded, 4th floor, 880 sq ft, dual aspect, two bedroom 3rd floor of this warehouse development in Bankside, next to apartment in a gated, portered development, with river views from Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre. Gated parking included. the balcony and parking.

Pickfords Wharf, SE1 SE1 Bridgewalk Heights,

£670,000 Leasehold £465,000 Leasehold A superbly presented riverfront one bedroom apartment on the third A top (3rd) floor two double bedroom duplex apartment, with floor of this popular Clink Street development, in the heart of Borough en-suite to master and two receptions, within 200m of London Market, with views of the City.

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Banner Street, EC1 EC2A Tabernacle Street,

£790 per week £450 per week A stunning 1740 sq ft two bedroom apartment in a converted tea A one bedroom apartment with plenty of character, contemporary warehouse, finished to an impeccable standard with plenty of natural kitchen and private terrace located in a former warehouse. light, high ceilings and bespoke kitchen. Furnished

Temple EC4 London Avenue, Wall, EC2M

£500 per week £430 per week A fantastic two bedroom apartment in this classic development. Situated A two bedroom apartment in the heart of the City only moments in this historic Temple area in West of the City, minutes to Temple to Liverpool Street and Bank stations. The apartment benefits underground. Furnished from air conditioning and contemporary decor.

High Timber Street, EC4 £450 per week Lamb Street, E1 £440 per week St Marks Street, E1 £585 per week Trinity Square, EC3N £590 per week A large two bedroom apartment in the heart of the city, moments A newly refurbished two bedroom apartment in Spitalfields. The A three bedroom arranged over two from St double Pauls, benefi ttingpenthouse from greatapartment storage space, concierge levels providing a bright living area with two balconies. Parking is service and a stunning atrium.

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Tower Walk, E1W SE16 Riverview Heights,

£1,500 per week £725 per week A spacious four bedroom house located within the beautiful St An outstanding riverside duplex apartment within close proximity Katharine Docks, boasting four bathrooms, two terraces and garage. to Shad Thames, boasting three roof terraces with river views, contemporary decor featuring a stylish glass staircase leading to spacious reception room and kitchen dining room. Allocated parking. Furnished.

Providence Tower,SE1 SE16 Tea Trade Wharf,

£825 per week £800 per week A beautiful two bedroom apartment boasting large reception room A spacious two double bedroom two bathroom apartment with amazing views of the river Thames, balcony, secure parking. with balcony offered in excellent order and arranged within a Furnished prestigious warehouse development. The apartment benefits from 24 hour concierge and allocated secure parking. Furnished.

Butlers Wharf, SE1 £850 per week St Saviours Wharf, SE1 £750 per week Tempus Wharf, SE16 £575 per week Caraway Apartments, SE1 £550 per week A stunning two double bedroom apartment arranged within a A two bedroom warehouse conversion, refurbished to an excellent A beautiful two bedroom two bathroom apartment offeredbrick in prestigious warehouse conversion and boasting, exposed excellent boasting woodand floors, exposed brick, small work, twoorder largeand double bedrooms kitchen diner.

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A spacious two bedroom two bathroomVale top floor apartment with A selection of studio, withinPark, this SE3 Humber Road, SE3 one and two bedroom £369,995apartments St Johns £335,000 St Josephs £310,000 bedroom, two bathroom purpose builtaspect. flat situatedVery in the ever Situated in the heart of the Westcombedevelopment.

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Presented in excellent condition and a aimmediate gym, pool, sauna and health spa.

24hr concierge, underground popular with the city professionals. and Maze Hill BR. comprises lounge to front, immaculate kitchen and luxury bathroom. prime location next to Crossharbour DLR. Includes two parking spaces. parking close to South Quay DLR. Please call 0207 993 7395

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£429,950 Leasehold

Eltham Road, SE12 £309,995 Lee Terrace, SE3 £460,000 Dacre Gardens, SE13 £285,000 A luxury two bedroom, third floor flat in finest new riverside address offering This stunning two bedroom duplex apartment boasts a large terrace, Hall floor two bedroom conversion represents one not to be missed. In Three bedroom garden flat offered with sole use of an 80’ private Purpose build maisonette with accommodation set over three levels impressive and a high specification wood flooring & stone ample space thefeel Thames. is addition there is aviews pretty 30’ private rear garden and off street including parking. garden.

A short walk from the village, the propertyinternal also benefits from a and views andgivesof a great of light and The space.development A location which is popular The property is Ideally conveniently located for local shops and BR Gardens stations. reception room, modern fitted kitchen, off street parking.walking distance with firstfrom time buyers. worktops. situated close to Island DLR20’9 which gives quick located within Canary Wharf and benefits from access to the areas finest bars, restaurants and shopping. A must view. concierge & leisure facilities. Offered with secure parking.

Watergardens £475,000 Leasehold Pan Peninsula

£1,475,000 Leasehold Shell Road SE13 Square SE16 £395,000 Braxfield Road SE4 £449,995 E14 Church View House SE4 £329,900 A attractive with doorsset dividing, A charming very well presented three bedroom period terracesouth west A wonderful to purchase this unique bedroom A large bay twofronted bedVictorian two home. bathLounge apartment on the 5th floor withastunning Stunning duplex facingopportunity apartment situated onfour the 40th quality fitted kitchen/diner which leads onto a secluded lawned rear house, situated in a very popular road and is offered with no ondetached family house, located on a quiet street close to all the local views.

Specification is excellent and includes: underfloor heating, stone floor with far reaching views.

Ideally located adjacent to South Quay garden, three good size bedrooms. going chain. amenities and benefits from no on-going chain worktops & Siemens appliances. The development comes with a day DLR station and only a short walk to the extensive amenities of Canary concierge and 24 hour security. One secure parking space.

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STATE OF THE MARKET SPRING AT LAST

ANGUS EDY OF MOVELLO COMMENTS ON THE RISE OF NEW DEVELOPMENTS IN CANARY WHARF

ALASDAIR CARPENTER OF LOURDES ESTATES COMMENTS ON THE STATE OF THE RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY MARKET

With the traditional home-moving season of spring soon to start, most Canary Wharf agents will be desperate for good quality stock to sell and rent. Limited new stock is coming on to the market from recently completed developments such as the Landmark, Pan Peninsula and Baltimore Wharf.

However, most vendors have paid eye-watering prices for these units and are likely to be taking a loss in the current market. The so called ‘new build premium’ no longer applies and brand new units are being sold close their older equivalents.

For high deposit buyers this may be a good time to pick up a new flat before the new build mortgage market returns and the new build premium inevitably returns.

Prices have now been announced for the re-launch of St Luke’s Square in Canning Town by Galliard Homes.

Discounts of £100,000 are being offered on two-bed apartments starting at £190,000. We have already let all our apartments in the first phase of this development, so are looking for new instructions from buyers who may have attended the launch event.

The lettings market is slow but steady, with many tenants who secured low rents last year deciding to stay put. We recently had a call from a Canary Wharf concierge who was asking us if we had any apartments available in their development for some waiting tenants (it’s usually us asking the concierges if they know of any apartments available for our waiting tenants!)

Relocation agents are back in the market and we have been contacted by a number of agents working on behalf of some major banks rehiring and relocating staff to the UK. Typical requirements are good quality one and twobedroom apartments close to Canary Wharf on budget of £300 – 500 per week.

Short lets have also seen an upturn recently with a number of enquiries from corporate tenants looking to stay for 1-2 months (with budgets £700 - £1,000 per week). We are also receiving more enquiries from people looking to stay during the Olympics.

This week we have seen the first signs of spring.

After what has been the longest, coldest and generally most miserable winter in as many years as I can remember.

Things finally seem to be improving.

Seasonality has consistently been a feature of the housing market with spring usually ushering in the busiest period in the market.

Demand for both sale and rental properties has been building steadily for several months now, and as demand has picked up, so to have prices (albeit marginally), month on month.

Now the warmer weather and lighter evenings are here, we should see more viewing activity and subsequent increases in transaction levels.

Despite the more temperate climate, the spectre of rising interest rates looms ominously on the horizon of the property market. The UK economy is making slow and steady progress towards recovery but this could be arrested or reversed very quickly by an ill-timed increase in interest rates.

We all know that an increase in interest rates is inevitable but like most things in life, timing is imperative. As we can see from recent house price data the recovery in the housing market remains fragile. It would therefore be unhelpful for those interest rate rises to materialise any time soon. We need much further and broader based evidence of macro economic recovery before any significant increase in interest rates would be justified or warranted.

For now, let us just enjoy a more sensible and sustainable market – and let’s not forget warmer weather and lighter evenings.

Angus Edy is Managing Director of Movello 020 7473 9530 www.movello.com

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The Penthouse, Vanguard Building, Millennium Harbour, E14 Alan Selby and Partners are delighted to offer for sale this Spectacular rare to the market Penthouse located within the Prestigious Millennium Harbour Development. The Penthouse boasts a wonderful, spacious and airy living space with its double height windows and ceilings. The property features Marble flooring throughout both the reception and the kitchen and boasts a new solid wood floor throughout the rest of the apartment. The kitchen is fully fitted to a very high standard and boasts a breakfast bar that was recently added by the current owners. The master bedroom features access to its own private terrace as well as a brand new high specification en-suite and separate fitted dressing room. Bedroom two is also a spacious double room with both en-suite bathroom and separate walk in closet as well as access to the main terrace. Bedroom three comprises of yet another double room and ensuite shower room. The mezzanine area offers magnificent views and an ideal office space or T.V room. The two spacious sympathetically landscaped terraces offer superb direct river views as well as featuring outdoor lighting.

Indeed this Desirable Penthouse offers the height of Luxury Living in the heart of the city.

• Spectacular Three Bedroom Luxury Riverside Penthouse • Two Large terraces offering Panoramic views of the river, canary wharf and the city.

• Magnificently presented throughout • Stunning Direct views over the River Thames • Featuring a Double Height reception with Mezzanine area • Luxury Fitted kitchen • En suites to all three bedrooms • Wired for Bang and Olufsen throughout including both Terraces • Superb Master bedroom with private Terrace, brand new en-suite and dressing room • Excellently located for Canary Wharf • Two Secured Parking Spaces • 24 Hour concierge • Luxurious Leisure Facilities

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A modern two double bedroom apartment Situated on the 14th floor Offered fully furnished Two balconies Stunning views of the River, Canary Wharf and the City Wood flooring Two bathrooms Fitted kitchen 24 hour concierge Leisure facilities

£385 Per Week New Atlas Wharf • • • • • • • • •

A spacious two bedroom apartment Offered fully furnished Direct river views Balcony Fully fitted kitchen Two bathrooms Secured parking 24 hour concierge Leisure facilities

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Barrier Point, London, E16

• Modern 2 bedroom apartment • Top floor with views to Canary Wharf • Well presented throughout • Secure parking • Close to East India DLR

• Two double bedroom apartment • Balcony offering park views • Under croft parking space • On site gym facilities & concierge • Close to Pontoon Dock DLR station

£345,000 L/H

£325,000 L/H Contact the Royal Docks office on 020 7474 3456

Equinox, London, E14

The Reflection, London, E16

• Stylish 1 bedroom apartment • Balcony overlooking courtyard • Open-plan living room • Very close to DLR station and shops • Ideal for commuters to Canary Wharf, City or Greenwich

£250,000 L/H

• 2 bed 2 bath apartment • Plus a study/dining room/bedroom • Well presented with wood flooring throughout • Under croft parking space • Close to King George V DLR station Contact the Royal Docks office on 020 7474 3456

Wheatsheaf Close, London, E14

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Grimsby Grove, London, E16

• Beautifully presented 1 bedroom apartment • Short walk to Mudchute DLR • Recently re-fitted bathroom • Parking space • Internal viewing highly recommended Contact the Canary Wharf office on 020 7473 5000

£349,950 L/H

Sail Court , London, E14

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Britannia Gate, London, E16 • 3 Bed end of terrace townhouse • Two balconies with dock views • Redecorated and recarpeted • Garden to rear & off street parking • Close to West Silvertown DLR station

• One bedroom apartment • Top floor with loft storage space • Well presented throughout • 550 sq ft approx’ • Internal viewing highly recommended

£179,995 L/H Contact the Royal Docks office on 020 7474 3456

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Ontario Tower, London, E14

Western Beach, London, E16

• Modern studio apartment • Fully furnished • Popular riverside development • Gym, swimming pool and 24 hour porter

• Stunning Waterfront Penthouse apartment • 2 Double Bedrooms & 2 Bathrooms • Allocated Parking Space • Short Walk to DLR • Great Condition throughout

• Short walk into Canary Wharf Contact the Canary Wharf office on 020 7473 5000

£250 per week

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Burrell’s Wharf, London, E14

Barrier Point, London, E16

• Highly desirable 1 bedroom warehouse conversion • Exposed brickwork and period features • Gym, swimming pool and 24 hour porter

• 2 Double Bedrooms • Allocated parking space • Close to Beckton DLR Station • Great Access to local facilities • Fully Furnished

£330 per week

• Secure parking Contact the Canary Wharf office on 020 7473 5000

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Wheatsheaf Close, London, E14

Barrier Point, London, E16

• 2 bed, 2 bath apartment • Water views • Parking • Close to DLR and shops

• 2 Double Bedrooms • Recently refurbished • On site Gym & Concierge • Parking for Multiple vehicles • Access to private gardens

• Ideal for sharers

£260 per week

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Montague House, London, E16

• Spacious 2 double bedroom apt • Large balconies • New bathroom • Recently refurbished • Available now

• 2 Double Bedrooms • Great condition • Allocated parking space • Short Walk to West Silvertown DLR station • Close to shops and facilities

£270 per week Contact the Canary Wharf office on 020 7473 5000

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Mamara Building

£650,000

• Duplex Penthouse apartment • Two bedrooms both with ensuite bathrooms • Large balcony • Views of the Dock and Millennium Dome • Secure underground parking • 1200 sq ft

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Pan Peninsula

£290,000

• 16th floor suite • Balcony with stunning views • 24 hour concierge • Residents Cocktail Lounge • Private cinema & residents club • Minutes walk to Canary Wharf

• One Bedroom • Courtyard Facing • Secure Underground Parking • Immaculate Condition • Minutes walk to Jubilee Line

Colemans Wharf

£435,000

• 2 Bed Warehouse Conversion • Large Terrace • Allocated Parking • Share Of Freehold • Minutes Walk From Langdon Park DLR • Close To Canary Wharf & City

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£275,000

Greenwich View

£370,000

• 2 Bed Warehouse Conversion • Large Terrace • Allocated Parking • Share Of Freehold • Minutes Walk From Langdon Park DLR • Close To Canary Wharf & City

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Baltimore Wharf

£279,000

• Brand New 6th floor studio apartment • Boulevard Views • 398 sqft • Concierge service • Walking distance to Canary Wharf

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£250,000

• One Bedroom luxury apartment • Balcony with Dome Views • 522 sq ft • Open-plan kitchen • Next to Greenwich Station

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Oxygen Building

The Sphere

£240,000

• Spacious one bedroom apartment • Balcony with Canary Wharf view • 535sqft • Concierge • Walking distance to Canning Town Tube station

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Alaska building

£950/wK

• Duplex three bed Penthouse • Air Conditioning • Beautifully furnshed • Large Terrace, stunning Canary Wharf Views • 24 hrs concierge • short let also available

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Port East

£800/wK

• RARE DUPLEX APARTMENT • 2 bed/2 bath • Stunning views of Canary Wharf & The O2 • 24 Hour Concierge • Short walk to Canary Wharf • short let also available

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• 2 bed/2 bath Warehouse Conversion • 1020sqft • Fully furnished • 24 Hours concierge • Secure parking • Short walk to Canary Wharf

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New Providence

Discovery Dock

£460/wK

• 5th floor 2 bed apartment • Balcony with Stunning River Views • Secure underground Parking • 24 Hour Concierge • Residents Gym and Swimming Pool • Minutes walk to Canary Wharf

Berkeley Tower

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Naxos Building

£650/wK

• Two bed/two bath Executive Apartment • West facing river views • 24 hour concierge • Leisure facilities • Secure parking • Short walk to Canary Wharf

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Mamara building

£500/wK

• One bedroom Executive Apartment • Large living room • Balcony with Canary Wharf Views • 24 hr concierge • Minutes walk to Royal Victoria DLR and Excel

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£400/wK

• Stunning one bedroom apartment • Very spacious 910 sq ft • Partial River View • Canary Riverside • 24 hour Concierge

St. Luke’s Square

£ 340/wK

• Brand New Two bedroom Apartment • Third floor 721 Sqft • Communal roof terraces • balcony with Canary Wharf Views • 721 sq ft

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there’s also a landscaped roof terrace for making the most of the summer, secure underground parking for added peace of mind and all apartments come with a private balcony or terrace overlooking the canal. and the views of canary Wharf and the city from the higher floors will leave you in no doubt that everything the capital has to offer really is right on your doorstep. call us today to experience a very different kind of rush hour.

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LONDON HOMES & PROPERTY

AT HOME IN THE DOCKLANDS

Claire Saunders talks to James Pring at Fisks Docklands Limited to find out more about their recent move and the future of the company

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aving successfully traded in the Dockland’s market for over six years Fisk Dockland’s Ltd has relocated from their former South Quay Office to Parker House Admirals Way. Intrigued, I went to meet James Pring, Director at Fisks Docklands Ltd, to find out more.

“It’s hard to imagine a better office location” says Pring. “This is a highly visible position right on the corner of Jubilee Bridge, just a five minute walk from many of the popular developments including the Landmark, Pan Peninsula, Icon, Millharbour and Discovery Dock.”

The office certainly looks the part and long serving property consultants Oksana Salfarlie and Daniel Jenkins look very much at home. “It was the right time to move office; the Fisks brand is now firmly established in the Docklands rental market and I think the move reflects that the company is maturing” explains Pring.

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“We now have a substantial property management portfolio. I wanted to separate the property management team and accounts department from the sales department – and the layout of the new office allows us to do that.”

But how Fisks has managed to prosper in such a competitive environment? Pring reveals that “...ongoing training and a great client focussed team creates success”. Everyone at Fisks wants a long-term career and they understand that the best way to prosper is through recommendation and repeat business. Of course, closing the deal is important but clients appreciate our professionalism as well.

“Alongside myself and Oksana, Lubna Bashir and Jyothi Pamera (who work in property management and accounts) also both have the ARLA qualifications,” reveals Pring. “So there is always someone experienced on hand to help our landlords and tenants”.

With a stable and professional team working from an exciting office location, what does the future holds for Fisk Docklands Ltd? “We have invested huge amounts of effort into building our lettings business, but of course we are also more than pleased to sell property as well. We have successfully sold property in some of the most prestigious developments in the Docklands including St David’s Square, The Odyssey and Cyclops Wharf. I believe it is now the right time to start to develop the sales side of the business. Oksana is currently studying the National Federation of Property Professional’s exam relating to Residential Property Sales and I am sure this will be huge success”. n For more information, contact Fisk Docklands Ltd on 0207 5178810, email docklands@fisks.co.uk or visit www.Fisk.co.uk

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LOOKING AFTER YOUR INVESTMENT Rental property is undoubtedly one of a landlord’s most valuable assets and for tenants a tenancy deposit is no meagre sum. Unfortunately, not all tenants look after a rented property as the landlord would like and even for the most discerning tenants accidents can happen. Kevin Crack, managing director of Inventory House takes us through the importance of an independent inventory in protecting yourself and your investment

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landlord’s most valuable asset is their property so protecting and maintaining its rental potential must be high on the list of priorities.

In order to protect tenants’ deposits, the Government introduced the Tenancy Deposit Scheme in 2007 and all short-hold tenancy agreements where a landlord or agent takes a deposit must be protected by a government approved scheme.

All schemes aim to ensure that any tenancy disputes that arise are easier to resolve and tenants get all or part of their deposit back when they are entitled to it. Just as important, the scheme encourages landlords and tenants to make a clear agreement on the condition of the property right from the very start of the tenancy.

All deposit schemes provide a free and impartial resolution service should a dispute arise and if landlords and tenants decide to use the service; both parties must accept their decision is final.

The important point to make here is that all schemes insist that to reach a resolution there must be a detailed inventory report which includes documentation of the condition of the property at both the beginning and the end of the tenancy.

With such importance being placed on inventory, check-in and check-out reports by deposit schemes, it is vital that this documentation is as detailed and thorough as possible.

There is no better person than a well trained, experienced inventory clerk to inspect and report on a property with the accuracy and professionalism required. Producing an inventory report to the standard necessary takes time and expertise, both of which, anyone but a professional inventory clerk, might not have; unless you are a surveyor, you wouldn’t try to do a mortgage survey yourself, after all.

Inventory reports created by landlords or left to tenants will be seen to be biased. Of course it is just as easy and possible for a landlord to talk up their property and investment as it is for a tenant to talk it down.

An independent inventory offers fairness and impartiality and fair middle ground upon which landlords and tenants can agree. It promotes a more amicable tenancy too, helping to prevent any unnecessary disputes, encouraging tenants to look after the property and landlords to trust in them to do so. n Kevin Crack is managing director of Inventory House, independent inventory specialists, servicing London, the South-East and projects nationwide.

For further information and advice on independent inventories, visit www.inventoryhouse.co.uk

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Lumina Building E14 This apartment is extremely bright, airy and modern. In brief the accommodation comprises of a spacious reception area with wooden floors and large windows with amazing views from the balcony. There are two double bedrooms and two bathrooms. The apartment is offered furnished. £400 per week Knight Frank Canary Wharf Lettings 020 7512 9955 cwharf@knightfrank.com

Discovery Dock E14

The Forge, Westferry Road, E14 Knight Frank is delighted to offer this brand new two bedroom apartment within The Forge. The apartment offers contemporary accommodation at a reasonable price. Wooden floors are found throughout. This property is available furnished and parking can be obtained at an extra cost. £350 per week Knight Frank Canary Wharf Lettings 020 7512 9955 cwharf@knightfrank.com

Dundee Wharf E14

Situated on the edge of Canary Wharf, we are pleased to offer a luxury apartment for let. Accommodation comprises spacious reception/living area, fully fitted ultra modern kitchen, two double bedrooms, two bathrooms, one of which is en-suite and balcony with panoramic views of Canary Wharf.

This apartment occupies the whole of the 7th floor of this spectacular block. Boasting an extremely large reception which features views across London and Canary Wharf. The kitchen separate with all mod cons, three double bedrooms, two bathrooms and cloakroom.

£495 per week

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Knight Frank Canary Wharf Lettings 020 7512 9955 cwharf@knightfrank.com

The Forge, Westferry Road E14

Indescon Court E14

Knight Frank is delighted to offer this brand new two bedroom apartment within The Forge. Accommodation comprises of two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and large open plan reception with fully fitted kitchen. This property is available furnished/unfurnished.

Knight Frank is delighted to offer this three bedroom, three bathroom, furnished apartment. In brief the accommodation comprises of a spacious open plan living area, the reception room has wooden floors and a balcony with amazing views of The River Thames and Canary Wharf. Available Now.

£275 per week Knight Frank Canary Wharf Lettings 020 7512 9955 cwharf@knightfrank.com

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Hanover House E14

A beautiful newly refurbished and well proportioned four bedroom house which has been finished to the highest standards throughout. There is a wealth of outside space and wonderful easterly views over the river towards the O2 Arena.

A stunning four bedroom Penthouse apartment situated on the top floor (5th) of a sought after riverside portered development. The property offers a superb terrace giving outstanding panoramic views of London.

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Eaton House E14

A spacious two double bedroom apartment within this recently built contemporary development. Open plan kitchen with built in appliances, reception room with balcony overlooking the internal water feature and two bathrooms.

Available furnished with protected parking, porter and lift.

A three bedroom apartment situated on the tenth floor of a premier portered development. The property profits from river views, porterage and underground parking. There is a spacious reception room with floor to ceiling windows giving views over the private gardens and the River Thames.

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Pierpoint Building E14 A luxury two bedroom apartment on the first floor, offering river views across gardens. Separate kitchen, two bathrooms, one of which is en suite. Full use of on site leisure facilities and 24 hour porterage. £425 per week Knight Frank Canary Wharf Lettings 020 7512 9955 cwharf@knightfrank.com

Boardwalk Place E14 Two bedroom penthouse in Boardwalk Place. With fitted kitchen and high standard furnishing. This spacious and light apartment is over 1000 sq/ft and offers a large terrace. Floor to ceiling windows in each bedroom with patio doors. The apartment also benefits from a concierge and secure parking. £500 per week Knight Frank Canary Wharf Lettings 020 7512 9955 cwharf@knightfrank.com

Naxos Building E14 An open bright two bedroom apartment with views of the river and the Wharf in a desirable development. Just a few minutes walk to Canary Wharf for shops, bars and restaurants, makes this an ideal location. Available in May. £380 per week Knight Frank Canary Wharf Lettings 020 7512 9955 cwharf@knightfrank.com

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Falcon Way E14 A fully furnished top floor apartment in the ever popular Clippers Quay development. Reception/dining room, fully fitted kitchen, bathroom with power shower over, double bedroom and off street parking space. This development is ideally located for easy access to Mudchute DLR. £285 per week Knight Frank Canary Wharf Lettings 020 7512 9955 cwharf@knightfrank.com

City Tower E14

Superb apartment for rent in this sought after private development in Coopers Close. Accommodation comprises light and airy reception, fully fitted modern kitchen, bathroom and generous sized double bedroom. Off street allocated parking space and communal gardens. Available in May, fully furnished.

This apartment offers stylish high specification accommodation at a more than reasonable price. In brief the accommodation comprises of a spacious open plan living area, there is a fully fitted ultra modern kitchen with is finished off superbly with slate tiled flooring.

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Victoria Wharf E14

A spacious three bedroom apartment situated on the third floor of a well maintained portered development.

The apartment has undergone an extensive programme of refurbishment and offers well laid out accommodation throughout.

A spacious and light two bedroom apartment located on the first floor of a well maintained gated development.

Presented in good order, the property benefits from two balconies which give views over both the river and Limehouse Basin.

£765,000 Knight Frank Canary Wharf Sales 020 7512 9955 cwharf@knightfrank.com

£575,000 Knight Frank Canary Wharf Sales 020 7512 9955 cwharf@knightfrank.com

Goodhart Place E14

New Providence Wharf E14

A well presented and spacious two bedroom apartment situated on the first floor of a purpose built portered development. The apartment profits from a private balcony with views over Limehouse marina.

Light and well proportioned two bedroom apartment located on the first floor of this desirable ported riverside development with off street parking and wonderful views overlooking the Thames and the O2 arena.

£545,000 Knight Frank Canary Wharf Sales 020 7512 9955 cwharf@knightfrank.com

£510,000 Knight Frank Canary Wharf Sales 020 7512 9955 cwharf@knightfrank.com

Dundee Wharf E14

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A light and spacious two double bedroom apartment located on the second floor of a sought after portered development. Offering wonderful river views towards the City from a private balcony, the property is presented in excellent order.

Well proportioned two bedroom apartment located on the fourth floor of a portered development. With south facing views over Limehouse marina, the property has a wonderful private balcony and is presented in excellent order throughout.

£575,000 Knight Frank Canary Wharf Sales 020 7512 9955 cwharf@knightfrank.com

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Boardwalk Place E14 Well proportioned two bedroom apartment situated on the sixth floor of a sought after portered development close to the Canary Wharf estate. The apartment profits from a private balcony and rare for the development, views to the river. £490,000 Knight Frank Canary Wharf Sales 020 7512 9955 cwharf@knightfrank.com

Arran House E14 An attractive and light apartment located on the third floor of a well maintained purpose built development.

Presented in good order throughout, the flat profits from a private balcony with views over the inlet. £415,000 Knight Frank Canary Wharf Sales 020 7512 9955 cwharf@knightfrank.com

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Tower Walk, St Katharine’s Dock E1W Beautiful and substantial house situated over four floors accommodating two large reception rooms,a fully fitted kitchen, four large bedrooms, four bathrooms, two roof terraces, a private garage and stunning views of St Katharine’s Dock. This excellent family home is very unusual in this area and in a fantastic location, moments from Tower Hill and The City. £1,500 per week Knight Frank Wapping Lettings 020 7480 6848 wapping@knightfrank.com

St Hilda’s Wharf, Wapping High Street E1W Great top floor one bedroom apartment in this smart portered block. Newly refurbished with a fully fitted kitchen, stylish en-suite shower room, guest WC, good size rooms, high ceilings, private balcony, underground parking and available furnished. £360 per week Knight Frank Wapping Lettings 020 7480 6848 wapping@knightfrank.com

Theobalds Road, Bloomsbury WC1X Beautifully presented one bedroom apartment set in this newly converted block in Bloomsbury, close to Holborn and Chancery Lane underground stations. These stylish flats have been fitted to a very high standard boasting modern open plan kitchens, good size reception rooms, lovely bathroom suites, wooden flooring, interior designed furnishings and two terraces. £450 per week Knight Frank City Lettings 020 7606 1560 gary.hall@knightfrank.com

Towerside, Wapping High Street E1W Very smart recently completely refurbished one bedroom riverside apartment set in this purpose built block in central Wapping. This bright apartment has a lovely open plan kitchen reception room, modern bathroom with shower, hard wooden floors, underground parking, a private balcony and contemporary furnishings. £350 per week Knight Frank Wapping Lettings 020 7480 6848 wapping@knightfrank.com

Gallery Lofts, Hopton Street SE1 Stylish split level loft apartment located in this outstanding 24 hour portered development next to The Tate Modern and River Thames. This beautiful 1450 sq ft apartment has been finished to a high standard boasting a lovely open plan reception room with double height ceilings, modern fully fitted kitchen. Also offering two double bedrooms, two contemporary bathroom suites, multiple terraces and impressive views. £1500 per week Knight Frank Wapping Lettings 020 7480 6848 wapping@knightfrank.com

Spirit Quay, Wapping E1W

New Crane Place, Wapping E1W Large two double bedroom two bathroom apartment set in this popular 24 hour portered development on Wapping High Street. This spacious top floor flat has a large L shaped reception room, fully fitted kitchen, two spacious double bedrooms, two bathrooms (one en-suite), parking and a huge stylish roof terrace with views down Wapping High Street. £550 per week Knight Frank Wapping Lettings 020 7480 6848 wapping@knightfrank.com

Stamford Street, Lambeth SE1

Well presented three bedroom two bathroom house set in this quiet location in west Wapping. This unfurnished property has a lovely semi open plan fitted kitchen, wood floors to the reception room, great private garden, large master bedroom with en-suite shower room, master bathroom, two further double bedrooms and a garage.

A conveniently located one bedroom apartment in the new 57 Stamford Street. Newly built and moments from the South Bank this apartment is great for the transport links of Waterloo Station and offers good living space at 584sq. ft. the apartment has a great balcony and is located on the third floor. Offered furnished.

£525 per week

£425 per week

Knight Frank Wapping Lettings 020 7480 6848 wapping@knightfrank.com

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WAPPING LETTINGS INSIGHT

Gary Hall, Partner and Head of Wapping & City Lettings at Knight Frank, talks to us about the 2010 property market

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s a new year begins and the property market finally begins to pick up, we catch up with Gary Hall and discuss the local lettings market.

What is your outlook for the 2010 market?

After a quiet end to 2009, 2010 looks positive with the number of applicants searching for property on the up and rents returning to the levels we saw at the end of 2008. The return of the ‘accidental Landlords’ to the sales sector has contributed to the lower stock levels over recent months and has helped to stabilise and increase rents.

Which local markets have performed particularly well in your area over recent months?

As always, the core market (£250 to £500 per week) has been very busy with 83% of the properties let over the past quarter being in this bracket. There is still a demand for the top quality riverside property in the middle to higher end of the market but we have seen fewer apartments come to the market recently.

What impact will the forthcoming election have on your market?

Historically, the market has slowed in the immediate lead up to an election, and this may well happen again this year. However, there is always a transient demand in the prime areas 50 property news

of London and I do not see there being any prolonged market alteration as a result of an election being called.

What factors cause you most concern for the 2010 market?

I am pretty confident this year will go well. If we can survive a year like 2009 and come out of it heading in the right direction it must be a positive sign.

How important is the role of the internet in renting a house?

The majority of enquires we receive come directly from the Knight Frank Global website we receive enquires from all around the world on a regular basis. We use the local property magazines to showcase our apartments but for an extensive list and further details our website is the best way of searching for a property.

What advice do you have for landlords looking to secure a let at the moment?

The correct pricing and presentation of the property is crucial to generate immediate interest, thus lessening the possibility of a void period and potentially increasing competition. n For more information, call Gerry Hall on 020 7480 6848, email gary.hall@knightfrank.com or visit www.knightfrank.com

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HOW DO I GET ONTO THE HOUSING LADDER? The problems (& solutions) facing first-time buyers Ron Radway, Independent Mortgage Consultant at OneCall Financial Advice Centre brings us up to date with the mortgage market

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he basic issue with getting onto the housing ladder is how to raise the deposit to purchase your first home; and it’s not easy.

Minimum deposit required by lenders is 10 per cent - which means typically finding between £10-25k depending on area and expectations. That’s assuming that applicants survive the very strict criteria required for a small (in lenders’ view) deposit – more often they will need to find 15 per cent, and that certainly takes some saving up.

According to the Council of Mortgage Lenders, 80 per cent of all under - 30s now need help from family. So, if you can’t save quickly enough, what are the options?

Well, first port of call is ‘The Bank of Mum and Dad’ who might be in a position to gift a deposit, either through their own savings, or raising funds from the equity of their own property.

Grandparents can also prove willing to help by utilising an Equity Release Scheme from their homes, which is proving increasingly popular (especially with the grandchildren), but also with the older generation who tend to regard the gift as a ‘Living Inheritance’. They themselves will require expert advice if they wish to help in this manner.

Some lenders have started to introduce Guarantor Schemes, supported by a close family member; again criteria is tight, but will work for the right case.

The Government has also introduced various Shared Equity Schemes via Housing Associations, the details of which can be found on www.direct. gov.uk. But remember, not all lenders support all the schemes and there also seems to be an issue with consistency of government funding as it is not always available.

Most lenders will allow up to four applicants for a single mortgage, so friends, relatives or colleagues could get together. However, lenders

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are, understandably, wary of such arrangements, as circumstances can change rapidly, leading to the commitment being compromised.

There is no disguising the fact that buying your first property is very difficult – it always has been, and this is not just a modern phenomenon – but at least the above ideas may give a glimmer of hope.

As we go to print, the Chancellor has raised the Stamp Duty Threshold to £250,000 for first-time buyers, which can only prove helpful.

ASK THE EXPERT

Q: I am a first-time buyer, and have been rejected for a mortgage on the grounds of poor credit score, however, I have never borrowed from anywhere before, so could not possibly have any payment problems. Is this right?

A: Unfortunately, yes! You are yet another unwitting victim of credit scoring. The lenders’ issue is not that your payment profile is poor; you simply don’t have one at all, so they can’t make a judgment. The solution is to open a credit card, and re-apply for a mortgage in a few months. I’m not advocating you run up a debt, but use the card and ensure you clear the balance monthly and promptly, and that will raise your score immeasurably.

Q: I am about to retire and the term of my mortgage ends at the same time; but I still have capital owing on it. Will the lender extend the term?

A: Quite probably, although they might not.

In the first instance you should consult with your lender, and if they should prove unhelpful, there are others who offer plans that run after retirement. If depleted income in retirement is an issue, you might want to consider Equity Release, for which you will need specialised advice. n OneCall Financial Advice Centre 0203 1740422 info@onecallonline.co.uk www.onecallonline.co.uk

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INTERIORS NEWS:

The address book Sim Smith lets us in on her top three shopping experiences in Covent Garden...

Penhaligon’s On walking into the shop, I’m hit by a sweet, musky scent. There is a real Old London barbershop feel to the space with its deep wine-coloured walls and original wooden cabinetry. Shimmering coloured glass chandeliers hang over the space above my head as I walk to the back of the shop to warm myself by the impressive fire.

One of the leading fragrance houses of the world, Penhaligon’s has been at the forefront of groundbreaking fragrance production since its beginnings in the 1800s.

The diaries and recipes of founder William Penhaligon are still used to this day, with parts of his archive collection being re-launched for the modern market. Why not spend a morning getting in touch with your inner English eccentric and explore the world of fine English fragrance, home wares and silver trinkets?

There is a complimentary personalised fragrance profiling experience on offer too, so if you’re not quite sure what you’re after, the specialist staff at this great little shop will definitely be able to find it for you!

Penhaligon’s, 41 Wellington Street, Covent Garden, London, WC2E 7BN (020 7836 2150 / www.penhaligons.com)

The oPus sTore

Essentially a publishers, this is like nothing you would have ever experienced before. Opus

by Kraken specialises in producing iconic publications on an epic scale, encapsulating some of the world’s most fascinating individuals in their expertly bound pages.

Collaborations so far have included fashion designer Vivienne Westwood, contemporary art guru Charles Saatchi and King of Pop Michael Jackson, to name but a few. The books are works of art in themselves, filled with stunning archive images accompanied by writings by some of the most eminent writers in their field.

Pages are personally signed and some works have strictly limited editions, thus securing their place as great investment pieces. The Opus brand also covers corporate art consultation and houses an impressive gallery below street level, showcasing a spectacular array of photography and artwork. A definite must-see on your Saturday afternoon stroll.

10–13 King Street, Covent Garden, London, WC2E 8HN (020 7240 6590; www.krakenopus.com)

aram

Furniture Mecca for any modern design enthusiast sits on an impressive corner plot in Covent Garden’s Drury Lane. The converted fruit and vegetable warehouse occupies five storeys, showcasing the very best of modern product design and furniture.

On the ground floor, colourful dining chairs and iconic lighting fill the space in an eclectic mix of designer specials. To the left of the entrance houses one of my favourite parts of the store; cabinets filled with miniature designer pieces from Vitra’s Mini Bocca Lips to the famous Saarinen Tulip Chair by Eero Saarinen, reproduced in perfect detail.

I climb up the red painted staircases to various floors, past an extensive array of sofas, chairs and storage until I reach the top. This space is reserved for experimental or new work.

Essentially an exhibition space for new designers, it enables the Aram family to continue to improve design awareness amongst the British public.

Zeev Aram, famous for his keen eye and ability to spot a contemporary classic, was the first to bring the likes of Breuer, Mies van der Rohe, Castiglioni, Scarpa, Le Corbusier, and Flos to the UK market. An absolute must for any interiors buff, be sure to spend some time exploring work by some of the world’s finest new and established designers in this iconic store.

Aram, 110 Drury Lane, Covent Garden, London, WC2B 5SG (020 7557 7557; www.aram.co.uk)

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Must taste:

INTERIORS NEWS:

The DIARY Quilty pleasures exhibition

The department store Liberty, famed for its association with beautiful fabrics, has teamed up with the V&A to explore 300 years of artistry and craft within the British quilt-making industry.

Expect to see an innovative twist to an olden theme with exhibited works by contemporary quiltmaker Katherine May, and restorer Polly Lyster, using a range of materials from Barbie Doll clothes to restored 18th century pieces.

To coincide with this exhibition, Liberty will launch a new collection of 18 fabrics specifically designed for quilt making, drawing on prints from its design archive. The store will also be adding three extra classes to its famous Sewing School in the spring, allowing anyone to learn the craft from scratch. Exhibition runs until 12 April, 2010.

020 7730 1234 www.harrods.com

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easter Wreath Add a special touch to your home this Easter with a traditional piece of decoration. There aren’t many of us that have time to devote to the home economics of such occasions, so why not fake it and buy this readymade fresh wreath by Velvet Brown. A great welcome to any lunchtime guests, all you have to worry about now is the cooking...

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ColleCtor’s edition Coloured Candles

A super-exciting bit of news for all Jo Malone addicts – the company has launched their first-ever collection of coloured candles! In the ultimate creative collaboration of two British lifestyle brands, Jo Malone has teamed up with colour experts and manufacturers of traditional paint and wallpaper, Farrow & Ball. The philosophy behind these designs is to create ambiance in the home by combining scent and shade.

Five limited edition candles have been launched; Lime Basil & Mandarin, Wild Fig & Cassis, Blue Agava & Cacao, Grapefruit, and Pomegranate Noir. Each signature fragrance has been coupled with a classic Farrow & Ball paint that is essentially related to the inspiration behind each scent. The result? A luxurious, alluring range that will enhance any decor.

Collector’s Edition Coloured Candles, £42 0870 034 2411 www.jomalone.com

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tWG tea Be sure to try the exquisite collection of TWG teas exclusively at Harrods. Dubbed the world’s finest luxury tea brand, the company boasts over 30 wonderful products, including fragrant looseleaf tea blends, hand-sewn cotton teabags, gift sets and tea accessories. This month, be the first to experience the new fragrant cherry blossom and green tea, Sakura Sakura. An aromatic and elegant fragrance, a nice cuppa has never been so appealing!

boKKs Find present shopping a nightmare, but want to get it right every time? By far the most luxurious gift purveyor around, BOKKS effortlessly combines products from the world’s leading luxury brands to create the perfect gift. A team of experienced VPA’s (Very Personal Assistants) will take you through the personal gifting consultation service from start to finish; sourcing, collecting, packaging and hand-delivering the perfect present for any occasion. So for those constrained by lack of time or ideas, be sure to consult the experts.

0845 607 0845 www.bokks.co.uk

INTERIORS NEWS:

Kitchen Fever

Our kitchens continue to be that wonderful hub of our home where everyone collects together.

Choosing a kitchen is like a child going into a candy store, there’s so much choice around its hard to decide, so prepare to be dazzled on every level as Dawn Sandoval unleashes kitchen fever 2010 in our ever-changing quest to create that inviting enchanting yet wonderfully functional kitchen

ReFRigeRate in style This season it’s all about texture, as Smeg stays ahead in the fashion stakes, launching a new limited edition version of its iconic 50s Style Refrigerator with Ice Compartment in matt velvet. www.smeguk.com

light up youR liFe

A sensational new range from Sensio Lighting; HD LED Triangle Light with Sensor Sleek and discreet, this slim triangular light sits flush under cabinets to provide essential task lighting in the kitchen. Turned on and off by a sensor, the user merely needs to wave past the sensor to bring light to the kitchen. www.sensio.co.uk

Fashionably minimalistic

Launching a brand new range into its extensive kitchen portfolio, Caple introduces Miri Anthracite.

The sleek and minimalist styling ensures that the doors are both easy to clean and durable. Simply sophisticated, the masculine charm of the kitchen creates the perfect environment for entertaining. www.caple.co.uk 70 interiors

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Dawn Sandoval

Head of Residential Agency Alan Selby & Partners 020 7519 5911 www.alanselby.co.uk

Brand new must haves Brighten up your kitchen with the new DeLonghi Icona coffee machine, available in striking red and blue. Easy to use, the coffee machine is suitable for ground coffee and ESE pods and produces coffee shop tasting espressos and cappuccinos. www.johnlewis.com

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stylish wall art

the latest exciting product to hit the high street from kitchen utensil favourites JosephJoseph

This rectangular panel chalkboard wall graphic is a cool way to add something original and fun without taking up valuable space in your kitchen. Great for shopping lists - just write, wipe and re-use.

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Designer Focus

Giuliano Giaroli Giuliano Giaroli opened his studio in 1985 to dedicate himself completely to interior decorating and restructuring. His settings are always strongly influenced by the furniture elements he himself creates as an interior designer.

One Kitchen has simplicity of form and construction which pays homage to the simple linear designs and hardwearing practical materials of the 1950’s... and transforms these ideas into a kitchen for now. Based on a truly modular system of doors, drawers and multi-functional tops, it offers complete design freedom. This means that it works just as well in small spaces as in large ones where the modular elements can be combined to create a limitless range of kitchen solutions.

Giuliano’s fabulous collections for Schiffini Kitchens are available in the UK from Design Space London. www.designspacelondon.com interiors 71

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THE TREND

This month Sim Smith takes inspiration from nature and brings the outside in with clean garden scents and muted pastel shades. The idea is not to take it all too seriously and with great design filtering down to our high streets, modernising our homes needn’t cost a fortune; we can now do it seasonally

100% cotton H-Love pillowcases £32.40 for two, Cox & Cox 0844 858 0744; www.coxandcox.co.uk

MALM chest of drawers £45, Ikea 0845 358 3364; www.ikea.co.uk

Green tea and citrus candle by True Grace £20, John Lewis 08456 049 049; www.johnlewis.com

Quilted dressy chair, in blue £412, Ligne Roset 020 7426 9670; www.ligne-roset-city.co.uk

Rubber Propello fan in pale blue £79, Black & Blum at Heals 08700 240 780; www.heals.co.uk

‘Annie Get Your Coat’ Coat Stand £229.00, Ben Huggins - Gallery Rooms Grand Designs Live London 2010 www.granddesignslive.com

Aspen four- seat sofa in blue £1,885, Content by Conran, The Conran Shop 0844 848 4000; www.conranshop.co.uk

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Visit us and see the new collection that has just arrived. Right now you can save up to 20% with our introductory offers. Complimentary interior design service also available.

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A decade of Danish Design As Danish deisgn brand BoConcept celebrates its tenth birthday in London, we look back at the store’s successes and most memorable moments of the last ten years

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sees the innovative Danish Design furniture brand, BoConcept celebrates its tenth year in London. Situated on Tottenham Court Road, London’s furniture Fifth Avenue, BoConcept has gone from strength to strength and is still going strong even in what has been a very tough year for most retailers.

General manager Hana Taylor thanks BoConcept’s dedicated staff for this success, and adds, “most importantly I would like thank our customers, loyal and new who have let us furnish their homes... You will not want to stop with one great piece, you will want to add another and another...”

BoConcept’s customers have become so dear to them, that in order to guarantee them one hundred percent satisfaction, BoConcept introduced a free interior design service, remarking that this development allow customers to be “more relaxed and open about what they wished to achieve”.

The last decade has seen record breaking success for BoConcept. In 2008, the brand achieved a place in the Guinness Book of Records for the world’s longest sofa, and in 2009, along with BoConcept stores around the world, the company held what was unofficially the world’s longest ever party.

Keen to promote their Danish heritage, BoConcept has also collaborated with other prestigious Scandinavian brands including fashion boutique Wild Swans and jewellery brand Renaissance Life, who featured in London Fashion Week. The last ten years have seen BoConcept’s name spread, with the store boasting many prominent clients and featured on TV programmes including BBC’S Hustle and Channel 4’s The Home Show. n

For more information visit www.boconcept.co.uk

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UniqUe online aUction To celebrate a decade of furniture design, BoConcept is launching an exciting auction.

The online auction will take place via the stores website and will offer customers and fans of the store the chance to win one of ten luxurious living chairs. An unusual turn of events means this auction will give you the chance to win a piece of design history for as little as ten pence, with the chairs going to the lowest unique bidder!

The selected Living chairs will be available to view at BoConcept’s Tottenham Court Road store and winners will be announced online.

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SILVER WHARF

We find out more about a landmark new canal-side development, coming soon to Limehouse

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uyers in search of a sleek and stylish waterside apartment will be delighted to hear about the forthcoming launch of Silver Wharf in Tower Hamlets, adjacent to the Limehouse Cut. Combining the best of both worlds, the new apartments offer peaceful waterside living (with views looking out over Bartlett Park and Canary Wharf) with the buzz of London Docklands only minutes away.

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An exciting new development of 91 chic one and two-bedroom apartments, Silver Wharf is located within two striking buildings; Ingot Tower and Hallmark Court. The 12-storey Ingot Tower offers spectacular duplex penthouses and views to the City and Canary Wharf (perfect for the young professionals), while the fabulous Hallmark Court sits alongside the Limehouse Cut. “The design of Silver Wharf was inspired by techniques used by French architect Le Corbusier on Unite d’Habitation de Marseilles, well known as a French national landmark,” explains Lesley Bell, from architects Child Graddon Lewis. “This technique enables the apartments to be individual, bright and deceptively spacious. At Silver Wharf we adopted a similar technique which has created a collection of intelligently designed apartments, arranged to allow the reception area to enjoy views of the canal below.”

All 91 private sale units at Silver Wharf (available from Genesis Homes) have been designed with balconies and access to a large communal roof terrace. Most of the Silver Wharf flats come with secure underground parking, and some two bedroom apartments also come with a study and two bathrooms. Both open and closed plan kitchens are available.

Located on the Limehouse Canal, Silver Wharf is in the very heart of London’s East End. This increasingly popular area offers a wide selection of art galleries, cafés, popular bars and local pubs. Nearby Canary Wharf will offer residents an extensive selection of shops, bars, spas and restaurants to complete the vibrant city lifestyle.

Silver Wharf boasts excellent transport links; Langdon Park DLR station is a 10 minute walk and provides services to both Canary Wharf and London City Airport in less than twenty minutes.

Canary Wharf has direct links to the Jubilee Line so residents can pop into Central London or the O2 Arena in less than half an hour.

“Silver Wharf is a landmark development in a highly desirable location being on the Limehouse Canal and still only 25 minutes walk from Canary Wharf” says Sharon Cummings, deputy director at Genesishomes. “We are proud to be selling these stunning private sale apartments as part of our product portfolio at Genesis Homes”. n Prices are forthcoming. To register your interest and receive details of pricing as it becomes available go to www.silverwharf.co.uk or call 0800 954 0501 For more information on Genesis Homes, visit www. genesishomes.org.uk

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WORK BEGINS ON T H We find out more about the Cheval Residences’ newest Thames side development, adjacent to the Tower of London

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he only major residential riverside development taking place on the north bank of The Thames (Zone 1), begins work on Three Quays this month.

A new nine-storey building (directly adjacent to the Tower of London), Three Quays is owned by Cheval Residences and will incorporate 97 serviced and 64 private stylish, modern apartments.

The perfect choice for young, affluent, City professionals, Three Quays’ is located next to a World Heritage Site; this prime location means that residents will be able to enjoy unrivalled views of The Thames, Tower Bridge, and City Hall whilst enjoying life in the heart of the City.

A historical riverside site, Three Quays’ name originates from the establishment of three quays on the land in the seventeenth century: Galley Quay, Chester’s Quay and Brewer’s Quay.

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stylish and modern interior design spearheaded by successful company Forme Design.

The renowned and talented water-sculptor William Pye (who has created works of art at Salisbury Cathedral and the Royal Academy), has also been commissioned to create a prominent water feature to sit within the Three Quays site.

Following a lengthy 10-year planning period, work on the site (which has been derelict for over 20 years) begins on 14 April. Cheval Residences commissioned a team from 3DReid architects and the overall focus of the design is to conserve and enhance the character of the natural and historic environment.

Key points for 3DReid to manage include the introduction of three retail and/or restaurant spaces within the building; the enhancement of Sugar Quay as a public walkway; and the improvement of Tower Pier and the entrance to the Tower itself.

In keeping with the local heritage, the Three

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THE FACTS Quays’ façade will complement the materials and layering of the walls and terraces of the Tower of London. The building will be clad in limestone panels with glass bays stepping in and out between them. In addition, the inner part of the building will feature slate-coloured, preweathered zinc panels.

Notably, Cheval Residences is also keen that the issue of sustainability is a key focus in the construction and running of Three Quays.

Environmental sustainability will play a vital part in the development, from the materials used to the daily running of the building. 3DReid’s design is scheduled to include HP Solar control glass; balcony floors finished in lpe (a dense hardwood from sustainable sources); low-voltage halogen lighting; and a powder-coated, energy-efficient aluminium “brise soleil” on the top three floors to further improve energy efficiency.

According to Cheval Residences, Thee Quays should be completed by 30 April 2013, and apartments will be sold through Knight Frank Estate Agents. n For more information, visit www.chevalgroup.com

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START DATE: Work commences on 14 April 2010 LOCATION: The north side of The Thames, adjacent to the Tower of London, overlooking Tower Bridge and City Hall DESIGN: Three Quays will be a ninestorey building. The façade will complement the materials and layering of the walls and terraces of the Tower of London FEATURES: Three retail/restaurant spaces on the ground floor of the building RESIDENTIAL SPACE: 161 apartments (97 serviced and 64 private) FOR SALE: The private apartments will be sold through Knight Frank Estate Agents ARCHITECT: 3DReid INTERIOR DESIGN: Forme Design PROJECT MANAGER: Mace Limited TRANSPORT LINKS: One minute from Tower Hill underground station and the Thames Clipper can be accessed via Tower Pier

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BEST INTERNATIONAL HIGH RISE ARCHITECTURE AWARD

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eston Homes, the Essex-based residential developer, has won the CNBC International Property Award for the “Best International High Rise Architecture” for its flagship Bridges Wharf development in Battersea.

Bob Weston, Chairman and Chief Executive of Weston Homes who collected the award, comments; “Since we purchased the site in 2006 it was always our main aim to create an exceptional development with excellent design that would become an iconic landmark in Central London. To win the international award and to be recognised as the best in the world for architecture at Bridges Wharf proves that we have accomplished what we set out to achieve. It is a great honour and we are absolutely delighted.”

Having secured its place at the International Awards by winning the Five Star (Gold Award) for Best High Rise Architecture in the UK in October, Bridges Wharf beat off stiff competition from developments around the world in the America’s, Asia Pacific, Arabia, Africa and Europe categories to be crowned the world’s best.

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The prestigious International Property Awards, which have been held for the past 15 years, are among the most coveted in the industry. This year guests attended the awards gala dinner from around the globe where the winning categories from the national awards each vied to be honoured.

Bridges Wharf, designed by Chantrey Architects is considered the jewel in the crown of Weston Homes’ portfolio.

Launched in 2008, the development which is home to a five-star hotel boasts a prime waterfront location on the River Thames and is positioned adjacent to the London Heliport.

The development comprises 266 one, two and three bedroom apartments ranging from 450 sq ft to 2,100 sq ft, with many providing balconies and terraces with river views. The scheme, with a gross capital value of more than £150 million, will also include 8,000 sq ft of commercial space and more than 14,500 sq ft of retail space, all already sold, with a café and bar already earmarked for use.

All residential, commercial, leisure and hotel facilities will be housed across three glass-fronted, tiered buildings ranging from six to 15 storeys. Each apartment throughout the three-tiered buildings

called Altura Tower, Orbis Square and Vincentia Quay, provide residents with luxury interiors and the latest mod cons.

Nominees were judged by a panel of professionals whose collective knowledge of the property industry is exceptional and unsurpassed by any other property awards. This year’s judges included Ben Wood, industry head property markets of Google UK; Peter Bolton King, group chief executive of the National Federation of Property Professionals; Imtiaz Farookhi, chief executive of the National House Building Council; Christopher Hall, president elect of FIABCI; Wilhelm Harnish, Master Builders of Australia (MBA); Thijs Stoffer, International Consortium of Real Estate Agents Association (ICREA); Helen Shield, editor-in-chief of International Homes magazine and Gillian Farr, head of design of Laura Ashley Home.

Prices at Bridges Wharf start from £360,000 for one-bedroom apartments, two-bedroom apartments start from £445,000 and the exclusive ‘super apartment,’ The Presidential Residence is priced at £2.5 million. n For more information, please contact the Sales & Marketing Suite on 0845 638 5005 or www. bridges-wharf.com.

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