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Clarence Mews SW12 £1,150,000 This well-presented three-bedroom mews house in the popular Nightingale Triangle, with a south facing landscaped garden and off-street parking, has been refurbished to a high standard throughout. Freehold. EPC=C

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Turret Grove SW4 ÂŁ1,695,000 An attractive and spacious seven-bedroom family home, located in the heart of Clapham Old Town. Freehold. EPC=F Clapham Sales: 020 7501 3666 sales.clp@marshandparsons.co.uk

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Vintage florals steal the scene this summer

08 ABSOLUTELY LOVES 10 things we want this month

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28 BEACH READY

How to buy the right swimwear for you

WHAT’S ON

Diary dates for June

ROLL UP, ROLL UP

Matthew Williamson teams up with Duresta

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20 FASHION CONFIDENTIAL This month’s hottest trends and products

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FOR FATHER

Our Father’s Day gift guide

H E A LT H & B E AU T Y

34 BEAUTY CONFIDENTIAL The best beauty buys of the month

36 BLUE-EYED GIRL

Summer's biggest trend: the blue eye

Food & Drink

40 KITCHEN CONFIDENTIAL Tasty happenings from the local area

43 REVIEWS HOBBS S S16 CAMPAIGN All clothing available to buy at hobbs.co.uk

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48 TOKYO STORY

Tribal trends for the home

59 LIFE STYLE

Raft Furniture melds design and functionality

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73 SMALL TALK

PROPERTY

98 PROPERTY NEWS News and views on the area

Two sides of the Japanese metropolis

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Stylish clothes for tots

Bistro Union and Joe Public

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une is my favourite month of the year. I may be a little biased (my birthday falls on the 11th) but there is always real sense of excitement in London as summer begins. Parks become more than thoroughfares, pub gardens are no longer just for smokers and rosé sales skyrocket.

To capture a little of this joie de vivre, our fashion shoot this month celebrates flowers with some of the season’s prettiest embellished designs. Turn to page 24 for the Vilshenko number that has stolen my heart (and my self-restraint).

I’ve noticed that Londoners, despite how conscientious they may be abroad, always seem to forgo any form of suncare in the city.To remind us all how important it is to lather on the SPF, we have rounded up the best suncreams on page 34.

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In this issue we are also celebrating another favourite summer staple: the picnic. From Fortnums to Paul’s Bakery, page 40 is all about hampers full of goodies – well, you’ve got to have something to soak up all that Pimms adn Aperol.

Our usual excellent fashion, kids’ and interiors pages are interspersed with trips to Tokyo, a fabulous Father’s Day gift guide and our interview with designer Matthew Williamson who discusses his first ever interiors collaboration.

I hope you enjoy the issue (and my favourite month). Ciao! ◆

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SUMMER SWIM

Every single year, Zimmermann create the most incredible swimwear. This time round, their designs are decidedly romantic with baroque detailing and silhouette-sculpting shapes. Any self-respecting jet-setter shouldn’t be without one or two of these. zimmermannwear.com

10 Things We

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Think you don’t like vodka? Give Our/London a try before you dismiss it entirely. Distilled in the city, this wheat based vodka has a smooth taste and a fruity finish. £24; harveynichols.com

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BOTTLE IT

Seletti’s Bouchéé glass table lamp is a quirky alternative to the traditional bedside light. With a bright neon visible filament bulb, the light shines though the blue glass to create a lovely calming atmosphere. £135; amara.com

DRIED UP

Just like real cacti, this ceramic version can hold a lot of water.

Use it for its practicality or buy more than one and create your own desert indoors. Either way, we love it. £199; hollys-house.com

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Fusing together Orientalist and art deco glamour, Violet and Wren’s new chic loungewear collection is designed for day-to-night wear. The top of our list? This menswear inspired set, Greta Stripe. violetandwren.co.uk

OIL SLICK

Tom Dixon’s latest home accessory range consists of candles and diffusers in a petrol coloured holder. Designed so that the light will refract from the surface and create the effect of petrol on water, this is beautiful. £65; tomdixon.net

BLINK BLINK

As far as sunglasses shapes go, it doesn’t get much better that the cat-eye. Stylish and feminine, these ones by Fendi get a glam update with a Swarovski crystal embellishment. £355; farfetch.com

DOUBLE TROUBLE

This is a sophisticated take on the slip-on sneaker. Designed using an optical illusion print and an origami inspired fringe on the front, they’re perfect for summer. tods.com

TIME’S UP

With its soft lines, the Slim d’Hermès, sees a return to the quintessence of watchmaking.

With both modern graphics and classical hand-chamfered bridges, it expresses the essence of the Hermès. hermes.com

SILVER LEAF

Made with pavé and baguette-cut diamonds, this wrap leaf ring by Anita Ko is one of the most stunning everyday rings we’ve seen in a long time. A real stand-out piece. net-a-porter.com

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FOOD FESTIVAL

1 5 - 1 9 Ju n e S tre a tha m his annual festival will be jam-packed T with a wide variety of pop-up restaurants, food growing workshops and fundraisers. This year’s programme also includes a food safari that will see local restaurants such as Hood, Brighton Way and Pratts & Payne, open their doors to those on tour. u Streatham, SW16;

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HAIR PEACE

Martyn Joseph

13 - 2 5 Ju n e B a tte rs e a Ar ts C e ntre ictoria Melody was in a beauty pageant V when her hairdresser told her to get hair extensions, she was baffled by the concept. Setting out on a mission to find out exactly where the hair comes from, Melody uncovers many of the industry’s secrets through a series of hilarious and compelling encounters. u Lavender Hill, SW11; bac.org.uk

9 Jun e The Ha lf Moon

Get over your Sunday blues with a sweet and soulful performance from Welsh singer-songwriter Martyn Joseph. With folky undertones, heartfelt lyrics and sultury vocals, he has been likened to American artists Bruce Springsteen and John Mayer. Performing hits from his studio album, ‘Sanctuary’, you won’t want to miss this dreamy acoustic show.

93 Lower Richmond Road, SW15; halfmoon.co.uk

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FINE ART SHOW

16 - 2 5 Ju n e Wi m b l e do n C o ll e ge o f Ar ts o and see the latest creations from G some of the world’s emerging artists at this year’s MFA Fine Art graduates class’ summer show. Aged between 23 and 67, the students have come from all over the world to hone their skills in Wimbledon making this this an eclectic show that is set to impress. u Merton Hall Road, SW19; arts.ac.uk

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ARTS & CULTURE / TALKING TOPICS

SHAKESPEARE, BUT SHORTER

Un ti l 1 1 Ju n e B re a d a nd Ro s es T he a tre his is Shakespeare, but not T as you know him. This is a hilarious mishmash of all his plays squeezed into just two hours.

Energetic and funny, this will delight thespians and entertain even the most theatre-shy among us. Performed by just three actors, the Burn Bright Theatre company have created this abridged version of Shakespeare's 37 plays to celebrate the 400 year anniversary of his death in 1616. u 68 Clapham Manor Street, SW4;

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LADY WINDERMERE’S FAN 21 - 25 June P u tne y Ar ts T he a t re

must see

Oscar Wilde was a natural satirical writer. Lady Windermere’s Fan, however, was his first great commercial successes.

Following the story of a young, aristocratic Lady who suspects her husband is having an affair, this is a scandalous and melodramatic play that sees Lady Windermere leave her family for her lover. This is shocking, funny and clever must-see.

FABLES

From 24 June K ristin Hjell e g j e rd e G a ll e r y madou Sango’s paintings have A no frames. The canvases are made from lengths of cloth he he buys at his local market in Bamako, Mali. He does this to distance his work from Western conventions and as a result, he is able to scrutinise national and international politics freely. Aiming to tell the tales of modern day society by juxtaposing images of the contemporary world against traditional patterns, his work makes a powerful statement and is truly fascinating. u 533 Old York Road, SW18;

Ravenna Road, SW15; putneyartstheatre.org.uk

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SHOW OF THE MONTH

THE HIVE AT KEW Fro m ea rly Ju n e Ke w G arde n s

xperience the buzz of a honeybee’s world through Wolfgang Buttress’s award-winning installation, The Hive. Cleverly designed to draw you in like a worker bee to its hive, visitors will enter via a wildflower meadow.

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and has hundreds of glowing LED lights that flicker in time to a calming orchestral arrangement inspired by the pollinators’ hum.

Daytime talks give way to honey cocktails at dusk.  Royal Botanic Gardens, TW9; kew.org

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HOT SEATS Matthew Williamson’s flamboyant fashion translates to interiors in a new collaboration with Duresta.

Absolutely quizzes him Interview Pendle Harte

PENDLE HARTE: You have worked with interiors before, collaborating with The Rug Company and Osborne and Little, but this is your first foray into furniture.

Where did you look for inspiration?

MATTHEW WILIAMSON: The collection came to life mostly by looking at pieces of my own, bought mostly from antique markets or dealers over the years and which I’ve adapted or updated myself. I also collect pictures and samples of anything that catches my eye, so it was a fun process to build a collection which came from my personal favourite pieces.

fashion and interiors industries that I see a real crossover in my work. I imagine that a woman who buys one of my dresses also wants a fabulous sofa or wallpaper and it’s this 360 degree lifestyle approach that I love most.

PH: How would you describe your own home? What are your favourite things and where do they come from?

MW: I’m lucky with my home as it has good bones. It’s a Victorian townhouse and the rooms are large with high ceilings and great original details so really my job was just to dress it and make it personal to me.

I love the lounge most of all. It’s a large lozenge shape with an old wooden barrel door, original parquet floors and big bay windows overlooking the garden. This room is quite neutral but the furniture and items I’ve collected over the years add colour and character and tell a personal story. It’s changing all the time. I love moving things around

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treasured items ARE inexpensive, SENTIMENTAL PIECES

PH: Your style has always involved colour and print.

How do fashion colours and prints translate into furniture?

MW: My passion is for colour, patterns, textiles, travel, culture and exotic elements. I love bringing my DNA to whatever product I’m working on. While fashion has been my main career focus, there is such a huge overlap between the

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HOMES & INTERIORS / PROFILE

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HOMES & INTERIORS / PROFILE I prefer

to MAKE SOMETHING poor look RICH regularly to keep it fresh. It’s easier than you sometimes think to make your space evolve, and adding a few small touches here and there can help to update your look. Flowers, candles, cushions, book piles and pictures are easy ways to add areas of interest. A bit like my clothes, I prefer to make something poor look rich. I think that comes from my work ethic and from my parents. I’m not about glitz. My most treasured items are inexpensive, sentimental pieces: a necklace with charms picked up on my travels and a bowl of rocks collected from the beach.

PH: How did the collaboration with Duresta come about?

MW: Duresta is a brilliant brand based in the UK, making all its furniture by hand. I’m drawn to brands which value craftsmanship and quality and they certainly do that. Making my first line of furniture with them has been a passion project which I’ve loved. It’s been a real journey to see these pieces come to life over the past year and I’m thrilled with the results as they really reflect my brand’s DNA. Now, the difficult thing for me is to edit which pieces I want to have in my own home.

PH: What did you learn from it?

MW: I learnt so much. It’s always fascinating to step out of your comfort zone and pick up new skills and work on different projects. I totally underestimated the time, patience and craftsmanship of each and every piece until I visited the Duresta factory in Long Eaton and saw for myself what a labour of love the entire process is.

PH: Who are your favourite designers, both fashion and interiors?

MW: My favourite designers are Ossie Clarke, Zandra Rhodes, Christian Lacroix and Dries Van Noten.

PH: What will your next fashion collection look like?

MW: The next fashion collection will drop on my website in May. It’s a fresh collection of separates for the ‘see now, buy now, wear now’ consumer. We have built a new fashion and lifestyle platform with products available on our site.

PH: Are any other interior projects or collaborations in the pipeline?

MW: I’ve just launched a collection of stationery and am soon to launch sportswear in May, followed by a designer colouring book by the end of the year and I then have my eye on childrenswear and china.  Matthew Williamson for Duresta is available at Harrods

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GEEK CHIC Gucci's pre-fall 2016 campaign reunites fashion photographer Glen Luchford and creative director Alessandro Michele for a whimsical vision of a geek-chic meets flora-and-fauna wonderland.

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Slip dresses, pom pom shoes and a white wardrobe are must buys this month Wo r d s c h a r l o t t e a d s e t t

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Bonessi Ballerinas was founded by Alix Bonessi and launched last year; the ballerinas reflect the individuality of the designer, each design named after the team of people who were behind their creation. These shoes go beyond appearances, offering the signature cushioned Bonessi inner sole in each pair.

After years of researching and analysing the anatomy of the foot, Alix and his team created the perfect inner sole that curves around the heel and arches of the feet, making them the ideal office-to-party staple.

The Drapers Footwear Awards is the footwear industry must-attend event for the footwear industry, shining a light on the key movers in the field. Bonessi has been shortlisted in the Best New Business category, sponsored by Gabor. Winners will be announced on 30 June at a glamorous ceremony at the Hilton in Park Lane. u ● Bonessi Ballerinas bonessiballerinas.com

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Clutching Success Nathalie Trad

Accessories designer Nathalie Trad makes sculptural objects d’art that you won’t find anywhere else. Inspired by nature and architecture, the box bags are handmade from natural materials such as mother of pearl. We predict Nathalie’s clutches will be future collector’s pieces, so invest now. nathalietrad.com

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FASHION / NOTES

8 of the best

DESIGNER TO KNOW

WHITE HOT

Johanna Oritz

Everybody's talking about Columbian designer Johanna Oritz, whose trademark Latino silhouettes always accentuate the shoulders and waist.

The SS16 collection boasts bold prints, voluminous ruffles and dramatic flourishes. net-a-porter.com

Clean + minimal is key this summer

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Roomy in size and complete with a separate zipped pouch inside, this Givenchy tote will hold all of your essentials. The geometric monochrome print is a chic update on the classic shopper bag.

Antigona bag, £780; mytheresa.com

SHAKE YOUR POM POMS Aquazurra

Pom Poms are a huge trend this summer. Show off your new pedicure with these Carrie Bradshaw-worthy sandals that will add a fun focal point to any outfit.

Pon Pon 105 raffia sandals £530; brownsfashion.com

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Last seen on Courtney Love circa 1991, the satin slip dress is a major fashion statement this season.

The collections were brimming with boudoir chic with Celinè, Calvin Klein, and Balenciaga all sending girls down the runway in lacy negligees. calvinklein.com

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01. GLOBAL BABE 'Strong' sun hat £70; beachflamingo.com 02. THE ROW Silk-blend palazzo trousers £2,160; farfetch.com 03. RACIL Wool & diamante tuxedo jacket £1,140; avenue32.com 04. ELLERY ‘Cyril’ cotton top £490; brownsfashion.com 05. SATURINO 'Mercury 2' acetate sunglasses £155; saturinoeyewear.com 06. ADIDAS ORIGINALS 'Court Vantage' perforated leather trainers £80; net-a-porter.com 07. GIVENCHY Tweed peplum waistcoat £2,670; farfetch.com 08. HILLIER BARTLEY 'Tasselled Collar Box' ostrich leather bag £1,690; mytheresa.com

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Petal POWER Flourish throughout this summer’s social calendar with the prettiest florals P h o t o g ra p h e r Ja m e s Lu c a s Fa s h i o n Ed i t o r C h a r lot t e A ds e t t

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Embellished tulle gown, ÂŁ275 Needle & Thread at net-a-porter.com 18t gold and diamond cross earrings, ÂŁ1,117 Stone Paris Gold studs and ring earrings from a selection at Dinny Hall Rings from a selection at Alexia Jordan and Annina Vogel Silk flowers by Philippa Craddock

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Silk ‘Tatiana’ maxi dress, £1,450 Vilshenko at net-a-porter.com 18t gold and diamond cross earrings, £1,117 & £797 both Stone Paris Gold studs and ring earrings from a selection at Dinny Hall Rings from a selection at Alexia Jordan and Annina Vogel Silk flowers by Philippa Craddock

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Silk organza dress, £910 Zimmermann 18t gold and diamond cross earrings, £1,117 & £797 both Stone Paris Gold chain bracelet (on left hand), £1,500 Annina Vogel Gold bangle (on right hand) £2,512 Kamushki Rings from a selection at Alexia Jordan and Annina Vogel Silk floral fabric available at Joel & Son Fabrics

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Chiffon maxi dress, £1,200 Zimmermann 18t gold and diamond cross earrings, £1,117 & £797 both Stone Paris Rings from a selection at Alexia Jordan and Annina Vogel Silk flowers by Philippa Craddock

Fashion editor and shoot producer Charlotte Adsett Photographer James Lucas Model Emily Steel at Storm Make-up Sarah Mierau at Soho Management using YSL Hair Maria Galati, director at Taylor Taylor London using EGO Professional Tools Fashion assisted by Eva-Maria Saunter and Yvette Murrell Shot on location at The Admiral's House at the Old Royal Naval Collage in Greenwich. For wedding and event hire call 020 7392 3998, itavenues.co.uk Many thanks to Philippa Craddock for providing luxury flowers philippacraddock.com and to Joel & Son Fabrics for the couture silk fabric joelandsonfabrics.co.uk both used throughout the shoot.

Stockists: alexiajordanjewellery.com anninavogel.co.uk beegoddess.com biondacastana.com dinnyhall.com kamushki-jewellery.com net-a-porter.com stoneparis.com zimmermannwear.com

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FASHION / SWIMWEAR

WE MAKE BUYING swimwear a PERSONAL shopping EXPERIENCE

BEACH READY

The ultimate guide to summer swimwear from Amelie’s Follies

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or most of us, this is the time of year to start thinking about beach holidays and the dreaded swimwear shopping that goes with them.

The majority of women will wait until the very last minute to go looking for that elusive perfect swimsuit or bikini, very often leaving a shop either deflated or with the best of a bad bunch – but it doesn’t have to be this way.

First of all, don’t leave it until the last minute. Even in shops where you can find swimwear all year round, their selection will be best from March to May. From May

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till September, retailers get very little new swimwear stock, and with summer sales usually taking place in July, stock only gets smaller the closer you get to that longedfor beach break.

Make sure to go swimwear shopping on a day that you feel like it and with some time to spare. The bikini/swimsuit has to fit well and make you feel as confident as possible whilst you probably feel at your most exposed.

Don’t skimp on price.

How much would you spend on an outfit to attend a

wedding for example? Why not think of your swimwear the same?

After all, you will wear it every day of your holiday. Take advantage of the ever-growing selection of beachwear that is out there.

Most swimwear brands now also do wraps and kaftans to go with bikinis or swimsuits. So, whilst you’re trying on bikinis, look at dresses and pareos to go with it.

Another important rule of swimwear buying (and probably the most important one) is: buy for your shape and colouring.

Also, trust your sales assistant.

Whilst she may not know you personally, she knows her job and more importantly she will know her stock. You are shopping for something you will wear in bright sunshine whilst you’re having fun and relaxing, so try and think colour! Although black tends to be the go to/safe colour for women, this is not an outfit for the office.

Black can be draining on paler skin tones, only accentuaing fairer skin.

Whereas bright punchy colours will lift you and give your skin tone a more healthy golden hue.

Our top tip? We find that reds and oranges work on practically everyone.

At Amelie’s Follies, we make your swimwear shopping a personal shopping experience.

We will do the running around, and even though we may push you outside of your comfort zone sometimes, we will endeavour to only make you try styles we are confident will suit your size, shape and lifestyle.

And most of all make it so you don’t dread swimwear buying for next time.  ● Amelie’s Follies

34 Webbs Road, SW11 6SF 020 7924 3826; ameliesfollies.co.uk

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Colonia Sandalo, £176; harrods.com

FASHION / FATHER’S DAY GIFTS

Luxury Gift Set, £180; otisbatterbee.com

EYEVAN

HAIG CLUB

Square-Frame Tortoiseshell Acetate And Metal Sunglasses, £325; mrporter.com

Single grain Scotch Whisky, £45; selfridges.com

MASTER AND DYNAMIC

BARBOUR

Mh40 over-ear headphones, £319.99; selfridges.com

B.Intl Wax Windcheater Jacket, £219; barbour.com

MEN ROCK

The Blade Shunner, £29.95; notonthehighstreet.com

FOR FATHER

BURBERRY PRORSUM Burrow crosshatchleather briefcase, £1,350; matchesfashion.com

ZV²

Day and Night Serum, £72 & £76; fortnumandmason.com

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref 5170R, Gentleman’s rose Chronograph strap watch £53,320; patek.com

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A.P.C

Bastien Boots,€365; farfetch.com

LEFF AMSTERDAM

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> BEAUTY CONFIDENTIAL

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MAKE UP: MOODY BLUES FOR SUMMER

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SUMMER LOVIN’ Known as an advocate of natural beauty, Bobbi Brown’s new summer collection, Beach Nudes, will provide you with all the golden, bronzed and pink shades you need to achieve the perfect sun-kissed glow. bobbibrowncosmetics.com

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B E AU T Y R e v i e w

Here comes the sun and with it our suggestions for ultimate summer wedding beauty W o r d s C AT H E R I N E H A L E S

ANTHONY LABAN A home from home hairdressers Wo r d s e ly s i a ag n e w

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nder a white stone archway just off Bellevue Road, Anthony Laban Home sits neatly in a quiet courtyard. Flowers decorate the entrance to the salon, and upon entering, I find there's no designated reception area, the customer is at the at the heart of this salon. You’re not tucked away in a dark corner, you’re in prime position; sociable and in daylight.

Anthony and I discuss my hairstyle, paying attention to my eye colour and skin tone. He comes up with the perfect idea and we’re underway. I’m seated and given a vintage style tea tray with all the trimmings. Foils are neatly applied to my hair as Anthony tells me about his plans for pop-up salons Ω putting the fun back into hairdressing. After a hair wash and a head massage, he cuts into my hair, having a bit of fun with it until the beachy look is perfected, creating shapes and textures that I didn’t know existed in hairdressing.

A bouncy hair-dry follows, with a touch of beach spray finishing the look. Anthony and his team have me dreaming of summer holidays. There’s no small talk here. It’s like meeting with friends for a a catch up, where you just so happen to leave with lovely looking locks. u ● ANTHONY LABAN HOME 3 Bennet Court, SW17; 020 3475 6644 anthonylabanhome.com

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Ace of Base Shiseido

This oil-free foundation from Shiseido is the answer to all your summer skin dilemmas. Long-lasting and shine resistant, the smart formula provides a natural matte finish with a silky feel and medium, buildable coverage to hide any blemishes or unevenness from the heat. Search their collection of 16 shades for your perfect match now. £32; shiseido.co.uk

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8

PEOPLES CHOICE

BY R E D O x O l i v e r Pe o p l e s

of the best

Stockholm-based fragrance house BYREDO has teamed up with Oliver Peoples, purveyors of handcrafted sunglasses and frames, to create a perfume and pair of specs that capture the idea of ’synaesthesia’. Finally, you can match your sunnies to your scent.

Box set £400; byredo.com, oliverpeoples.com

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PICK

SHAKE IT UP Laura Mercier

Shed the subtle hues and tasteful nudes of spring and embrace the shocking pinks and brazen bronzes of summer with Laura Mercier’s new Cocktails A Saint Tropez collection.

The Bronzed Butter Face and Body Veil in Gold Lust in particular is a must-have.

From £25; lauramercier.com

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YOU GOJI, GIRL Lancôme

Énergie de Vie, the new collection from Lancôme, is designed to give your skin a dose of vitality. Combining a light, liquid texture with Goji Berry extract and Lemon Balm oil, the range promises a dewy, well-rested complexion – even if you were up past your bed time.

From £28; lancome.co.uk

06

07

GUT FEELING The Beauty Chef

As we all know, true beauty comes from within. Australian brand The Beauty Chef have taken this idea literally and gone on to produce all kinds of potions and powders to aid digestion and create beneficial bacteria in the gut.

From £29; selfridges.com

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01. CLINIQUE FACE CREAM SPF30, £18; clinique.co.uk • 02. CLARINS SUN WRINKLE CONTROL CREAM FOR FACE HIGH PROTECTION UVB/UVA 30, £20; clarins.co.uk • 03. DERMALOGICA PROTECTION 50 SPORT SPF50, £30.50; liberty.co.uk • 04. SHISEIDO EXPERT SUN AGEING PROTECTION CREAM PLUS SPF50+, £30; harrods.com • 05. LA PRAIRIE CELLULAR SWISS UV PROTECTION VEIL SPF, £125; laprairie.com • 06. LA ROCHE-POSAY ANTHELIOS XL SPF50+ ULTRA LIGHT FLUID, £16.50; escentual.com • 07. LAVERA ORGANIC SUN SPRAY SPF20, £13.94; pravera.co.uk • 08. HAWAIIAN TROPIC SILK HYDRATION AIR SOFT SPF30, £18; hawaiiantropicshop.co.uk

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HEALTH & BEAUTY / PRODUCTS MAC

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CHANTECAILLE

CHARLOTTE TILBURY

24 Hour Waterproof Eyeliner in Sapphire, £22; spacenk.com

Eyes to mesmerise in Cleopatra, £22; charlottetilbruy.com

BOBBI BROWN

Metallic eye shadow in New Lapis, £17.50; bobbibrown.co.uk

LAURA MERCIER

Caviar stick eye colour, £23; spacenk.com

ESTÉE LAUDER

Pure Color Envy Sculpting EyeShadow 5-Color Palette in Infamous Sky, £40; esteelauder.co.uk

TOM FORD

Cream and powder eye colour, £50; selfridges.com

LANCÔME

NARS FOR MICHAEL COSTELLO SS16

Ombre Hypnôse Stylo in 06 - Turquoise, £20; johnlewis.com

YSL BEAUTY

Luxurious Mascara in Majorelle Blue, £25; yslbeauty.co.uk Chanel SS16; chanel.com

CLINIQUE

Lid Pop in Surf Pop, £15; clinique.co.uk

MOODY BLUES

From aquamarine to navy, the very best of the summer eye trend

NARS

Matte eyeshadow in Outremer, £18; narscosmetics.co.uk

BENEFIT

Creaseless cream in Blue My Mind Arctic Blue, £15.50; benefitcosmetics.com

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SISLEY

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CHANEL

Stylo Eyeshadow in Bleu Nuit, £20.70; debenhams.com

ILLAMASQUA

Powder eyeshadow in Anja Bright Sky Blue, £16.50; illamasqua.com

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REVIEWS: BISTRO UNION & JOE PUBLIC

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THE GOOD LIFE EATERY

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THE GOOD LIFE

Remaining virtuous during the summer months is never easy – luckily, The Good Life Eatery is here to provide healthy, free-from inspiration. Turn to page 44 for some of our favourite recipes from their new tome, The Good Life Eatery Cook Book. goodlifeeatery.com

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HAMPERS TOM’S KITCHEN

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KUPP

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THE MOUNT STREET DELI Picnic lunch for two, £45; themountstreetdeli.co.uk

NOBU

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FORTNUM & MASON

The Banquet, £275; fortnumandmason.com

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Jamie’s lesson The Jamie Oliver Cooker y School ALBION

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.

Recipease may be no more but that's not to say that Jamie Oliver isn't offering cookery classes any more. The new Jamie Oliver Cookery School has just opened in Westfield's Jamie's Italian but classes aren't restricted to Italian cuisine and include sessions on Mexican street food, North Indian thali, Thai curry and more. jamieolivercookeryschool.com

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OVER THE COUNTER Counter Culture

Described as ‘The Dairy’s naughty younger brother’, Counter Culture will specialise in pickled and fermented produce coupled with meat, fish and veggies to create simple snacks from ingredients that are often neglected.

15 the Pavement, SW4 countercultureclapham.co.uk

JUNE cocktail

GOLDEN YEARS Godiva

The Gold Collection contains eight of Godiva’s most precious and iconic chocolates alongside a brand new fresh and fragrant rose and raspberry-flavoured piece.

Talented Belgian artist Oli B was commissioned to work his artistic magic on Godiva’s iconic gold box.

18 pieces, £28 godiva.co.uk

FLEUR ROYAL Created by le pont de la tour ◆

INGREDIENTS

20 ml Sloe Gin 10 ml hibiscus flower syrup Champagne Hibiscus blossom ◆

METHOD

Pour champagne into a champagne glass over the gin and flower syrup; garnish with hibiscus blossom and serve. editor’s

COLD AS ICE

PICK

Moët & Chandon

#Blossomcity

FIZZ

The perfect companion to long, balmy evenings spent in the garden and afternoon picnics in the park, Moët’s Ice Impérial Rosé is a twist on the brand’s classic pink fizz – serve it on the rocks for a supremely chilled beverage. We love the glitzy packaging, too. £59.99; moet.com

of the Month

escribed as the perfect champagne for spring thanks to its fresh taste, seductive aromas and minerality, BillecartSalmon's Extra Brut NV pairs well with seafood and anything citrussy.

This is the family-run champagne house's first bottle to have no sugar added to the dosage and it's a winning composition with great golden colour and lovely soft yet energetic bubbles. ◆ D

SKILL SETS Leiths

Anyone dreaming of escaping their job for a career in food should investigate Leith's new professional evening course. Known as the Oxbridge of the food world, Leiths' alumni can be found all in top positions all over the food industry. The new Essential Certificate starts in October. leiths.com

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Champagne Billecart-Salmon Extra Brut, £48; bbr.com

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JOE PUBLIC Wo r d s E ly s i a Ag n e w

n the warmer months, take-out food comes in a new and improved form.

Instead of cosying up by the fire with a pre-cooked meal, one-stop pop-ups with outdoor dining areas seem more appealing. Joe Public, sitting on the top of Clapham Common station, satisfies our summer needs. With an offering of boozy slushies, in-house beers and wine on tap, there's nothing better than kicking back on the benches by the patio heaters on a warm summer's evening.

Choosing from the Californian-style pizzas, I opt for the slice topped with sausage, bacon, ground beef, pepperoni, caramelized onion and mozzarella, all served up on a tasty sourdough base. The slice goes down well with a glass of Joe Public's white wine offering; perfectly crisp, complementing the spicy pizza. One slice is enough at this place, but if you’re feeling like a feast you can order a huge 20” pie to eat in or to take away with you. Joe Public is the brand new sister restaurant to WC, Clapham's popular wine and charcuterie bar below. Both are reconstructed public toilets, adding to the authenticity and quirkiness of the place. Dining out in an ex public toilet Ω it definitely doesn't get much quirkier than that. Don’t work yourself too hard with the BBQ this summer; head to Clapham's newest grab-and-go bar, where the staff will cook up a pizza feast. Joe Public serves breakfasts too, where you can pick up a freshly baked buttie. 

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Quintessentially British neighbourhood food on Abbeville Road Wo r d s e ly s i a ag n e w

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ringing village living to south west London, Abbeville Road offers up a selection of bars, bistros, delis and boutiques, adding to its ever-growing cafe culture. Bistro Union is a bold addition to the road, with a bright exterior, stripped floorboards, a grey, white and yellow colour scheme and zinc tables. Mustard tiles decorate the bar, which offers a casual seating area for drinks and nibbles. Sipping a seasonal cocktail, we scour the menu while enjoying a cup of popcorn, an usual touch. You might find diners snacking on smoked pig's cheek and pickled cockles in this casual dining spot, but we go straight in for the starters. Choosing from the modern British options, we select a duo of appetisers: the house mussels and the duck and chicken liver parfait. The mussels come as a hearty portion swimming in perry, which is soaked up with sourdough. The parfait is smooth, and the orange jelly complements the flavours. To follow, in keeping with the

British theme, we go for the toad in the hole and the fish pie. Simple, traditional dishes, but the chefs at Bistro Union certainly don’t miss a trick when it comes to presentation.

The toad in the hole is impressive, served up in a huge Yorkshire pudding with a small boat of Guinness onion gravy. The fish pie is rich and packed with chunks of salmon, Cornish cod, smoked haddock, crushed peas and dill.

It all goes down perfectly with a bottle of New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc. A selection of ice cream scoops seal the deal. Bistro Union is the second Clapham venture for Adam Byatt, and although this restaurant strips off the white table cloths and fine-dining approach found at Trinity, it’s certainly worth a visit for casual dining. It’s a place where you can try out seasonal cocktails, bar snacks and hearty meals. A place where you might go for a glass of wine and a scotch egg. A place that doesn’t take itself too seriously.  B I ST R O U N I O N 40 Abbeville Road, SW4 bistrounion.co.uk

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WARM BUDDHA BOWL Makes about 24 meatballs

I n g r e d i e nt s Meatballs: 500g minced beef fillet • 25g mint leaves, finely chopped • 40g parsley, leaves and stems finely chopped • ½ red onion (about 50g), peeled and finely chopped • 1 egg • finely grated zest of 1 lemon • 2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed or finely chopped • salt and freshly ground black pepper • 2 tbsp olive oil, for frying • 1 quantity Tomato Sauce • 4–6 tbsp Greek yogurt, to serve • Brown rice: 300g brown rice • a generous pinch of salt To serve: 4–6 tbsp Greek yogurt M e th o D 1 For the meatballs, put all the ingredients, except the oil, into a large bowl and mix together well until combined. Using clean, damp hands, roll the mixture into 30g balls, about the size of a golf ball.

2 Make or heat the Tomato Sauce in a large saucepan over a low medium heat.

3 Heat a large frying pan with a splash of olive oil over a medium heat. When hot, add the meatballs and cook for 10–12 minutes until they are lightly browned all over.

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5 To cook the brown rice, put it into a large saucepan, add enough water and a generous pinch of salt and bring to the boil.

6 Cover with a lid, reduce the heat and simmer for about 30 minutes, or until rice is tender. This is a super-simple brown rice and doesn’t need much flavour as everything else has lots of flavour.

7 To serve, put a large spoonful of brown rice into a bowl.Top with 4–6 meatballs per person, some tomato sauce and a tablespoon of Greek yogurt.

Garnish with the remaining parsley. ◆

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4 Put the cooked meatballs into the tomato sauce and leave to simmer gently for 20–30 minutes while you prepare the rice.

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GLUTEN-FREE CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES Makes 10-12 Cookies

I n g r e d i e nt s • 2 eggs • 100g coconut oil, melted • 100g coconut sugar • 80g maple syrup • 2 tsp vanilla paste • 100g gluten-free oats, blitzed into a flour • 90g flour • 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda • ½ tsp baking powder • 175g dark chocolate chips • 1 tsp sea salt M e th o d : 1 Preheat the oven to 175°C/347°F/ Gas mark 4 and line a baking tray with parchment paper.

2 Combine the eggs, melted coconut oil, coconut sugar, maple syrup and vanilla paste in a bowl and whisk well by hand.

3 In another bowl, combine the oats, gram flour, bicarbonate of soda, baking powder, chocolate chips and sea salt. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and combine well. Scoop the batter into 10–12 small balls and lightly flatten with fingers onto two lined baking trays.

THE GOOD LIFE SALAD Serves 4

Ingredients Salad: 200g Puy lentils • 2–3 sweet potatoes (750g), peeled and cubed • 1 tbsp olive oil, plus extra for roasting • sea salt and freshly ground black pepper • 5–6 handfuls of kale (300g), stalks removed and leaves chopped into small pieces • ½ pomegranate, kernels removed • 150g cooked red or black quinoa (optional) • 60g walnuts, chopped • 2 tbsp nutritional yeast flakes Orange and Tahini Dressing: finely grated zest of 1 large orange • juice of 2 oranges • 100g tahini • 75ml olive oil • salt and freshly ground black pepper M e th o D 1 Preheat the oven to 180°C/350°F/ Gas mark 4.

2 Put the lentils in a saucepan and add 600ml water to cover the lentils completely. Bring to the boil then reduce the heat and simmer for 25 minutes, or until tender. Drain in a colander and

run under cold water to stop the cooking process, then leave to cool. Set aside.

3 Put the sweet potatoes into a large bowl, add the olive oil, salt and pepper and toss well until the sweet potatoes are coated. Transfer the sweet potatoes to a roasting tin and roast in the hot oven for 15–20 minutes. Leave to cool.

4 To make the dressing, put all the ingredients into a blender and blitz until smooth or whisk by hand. Set aside.

5 Put the chopped kale leaves into a large bowl, add 1 tablespoon olive oil, and using your hands, massage the oil into the kale.

Once the sweet potato and lentils have cooled, add them to the kale then add the pomegranate kernels. If using quinoa, add this now. Pour in 150ml of the dressing, or to your liking, and toss until everything is coated in the dressing.Top with the chopped walnuts and nutritional yeast flakes and serve. ◆ 6

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4 Bake in the hot oven for 10 minutes, then rotate the tray for an even bake and bake for 5 more minutes. Remove from the oven and leave to cool on the tray. ◆

Recipes taken from The Good Life Eatery Cookbook by Shirin Kouros and Yasmine Larizadeh, published

by Ebury Press, £20

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NOT SO LOST IN TRANSLATION In the 80-minute (sheer) joy ride, the Eurocopter Hermès Edition hovers over Tokyo’s skyline, natural wonders Sagami Bay and Lake Ashinoko and national treasure Mount Fuji. No matter the time of year, this is extraordinary, as Stephanie King discovers.

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URBAN utopia Embrace Tokyo’s two faces with this luxury introduction to modern and traditional Japan Wo r d s S t e p h a n i e K i n g

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here is no place in the world like Tokyo. There is no city in which you can feel so overwhelmed, so completely entranced and yet find such stillness. Here’s how to experience the best of this intense dichotomy.

CONTEMPORARY f the first aim of any trip is to eschew clichéd tourist traps, I Park Hyatt New York Bar (à la Lost in Translation) is out. But enlisting the expert help of InsideJapan is a necessity; when you have someone like Tyler Palma to show you hidden bars in Shibuya and get you into locals-only izakayas (Japan’s answer to a pub), you’re guaranteed to get the real deal. He’ll make sure you see authentic Tokyo, as it lives and breathes, answering questions and giving tips on where to go for fantastic ramen (Hashigo in Ginza) and tempura (Motoyoshi in Minato-ku), or cool places to get great coffee (Blue Bottle, Aoyama). He’ll show you unique pockets of Harajuku and Shimokitazawa, and help you to navigate the mind-boggling technology district, Akihabara. You’ll feel like a native, which will only be enhanced once you check into

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your ‘home away from home’ – Aman Tokyo.

This isn’t your average home. Yet its gasp-inducing apartment rooms and suites are the pieds-à-terre you’ve always dreamed of owning. In the soaring Otemachi Tower in Marunochi business district, Aman Tokyo will give you a new definition of luxury. Here, showiness is replaced by subtlety and true omotenashi – Japanese hospitality – supersedes obtrusive service.

This phenomenal resort, little over a year old, is a modern interpretation of traditional Japanese homes. Materials such as camphor wood, granite and washi paper capture the classic aesthetic and spirit of engawa, which is the transitional area between living and outdoor space.

Panoramic views of Tokyo greet you through floor-to-ceiling windows; advanced home technology introduces you to the city’s latest inventions; and the sumo-sized furo invites you to indulge in Japanese-style bathing. Although if you want to explore Zen and Kampo herb healing spa therapies, simply head downstairs to Aman Spa. Within its 25,000 sq ft wellbeing centre you’ll discover contemporary adaptations of ancient rituals, majestic treatment rooms – each with private observation deck for post-treatment rehydration – Japanese and western-style hot baths, showers and steam rooms, a 30-metre heated swimming pool, and a state-of-the-art gym.

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TRAVEL / WANDERLUST Palace Hotel Tokyo Wadakura Private Dining Room, Tatami Style

Even frequent spa-goers will be genuinely blown away by the facilities and the therapists’ skills, which should be tested during a 90-minute Seasonal Journey. It doesn’t matter which season you go, Aman Tokyo's incredible amenities are a brilliant way to say konichiwa to modern Japan.

CLASSIC he ‘must-see’ Tsukiji Fish Market is great for novelty, but T you’re better heading straight to Palace Hotel Tokyo, where you can sample the Market’s produce sans queues in the intimate, six-person Tatsumi tempura bar of Wadakura. In the sixth-floor Sushi Kanesaka you can savour Michelinstarred sushi by Shinji Kanesaka, or be introduced to traditional Japanese favourites in the main dining room.

The seasonal kaiseki set menus are the best way to get a comprehensive feel for Wadakura’s impossibly elegant dishes and enjoy Palace Hotel Tokyo’s renowned views of the Imperial Palace Garden and East Tokyo’s skyline.

Minutes’ walk north, Nihonbashi’s sophisticated streets are glittered with luxury department stores housing international designer labels and heritage brands manufacturing fine traditional

Classic: Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo

crafts. Weary legs find respite in the terrifically elegant surrounds of Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo. Perched on the 38th floor of Nihonbashi Mitsui Tower, it’s not the only thing that is sky-high; service here is impeccable.

Never has there been more attentive yet utterly unobtrusive staff anticipating your needs before you even do. This extends from the moment you enter the palatial foyer, through to the opulent day spa with Asian and western treatments, the sleek, high-tech fitness centre, and the twelve international bar and dining options. Refuelling at Sense, the fine Chinese restaurant, is wise; the fare is famous as are views of the cityscape and the iconic Skytree®.

If you want to get up close and personal with this impressive landmark, it’s possible to arrange a private helicopter charter.

In the 80-minute ride, the Eurocopter Hermès Edition hovers over Tokyo’s skyline, natural wonders Sagami Bay and Lake Ashinoko and the iconic and serenly beautiful Mount Fuji.

Even in the slightly smaller rooms feel incredibly regal, with their stained wood, leather and silk forms. And, when you add in the Michelin-starred French restaurant, Signature, the ground floor fruit shop with the city’s most expensive fruit, and a particularly Instagrammable patisserie, you quickly realise this is the place for a truly decadent take on classic Tokyo. 

Contemporary: Aman Tokyo

¢ Aman Tokyo 1-5-6 Otemachi, Chiyoda-ku, 100-0004; Deluxe Rooms start at JPY75,000, Suites start at JPY120,000; amantokyo.com ¢ Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo 2-1-1 Nihonbashi Muromachi, Chuoku, 103-8328; Deluxe Rooms start at JPY61,000, Suites start at JPY140,000; mandarinoriental.com/tokyo ¢ Wadakura at Palace Hotel Tokyo; palacehoteltokyo.com InsideJapan Tours; insidejapantours.com

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Kaare Klint Safari Chair; £676 skandium.com

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Hallway to Heaven Skagerak Whether you want it to or not, the hallway tends to become a place of storage. It’s the place we keep our post, our keys and Ω rather reluctantly Ω our umbrellas. Inspired by this, designer Chris Liljenberg Halstrøm has created a beautiful collection of furniture that will make the most of the narrow, but vital, space. cloudberryliving.co.uk

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SCANDI SOFAS

Søren Lund For the first time in Søren Lund’s 50 year history, their upholstered furniture will be sold in the UK. Stocked exclusively at Another Country, you’re guaranteed chic and functional modern Danish design. anothercountry.com

DA TERRA

Tribal Tableware; from £43 amara.com

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PICK A SMILE IN THE MIND

Phaidon Containing over 1,000 visual examples of humor, irony and playfulness, this book explores graphic design and branding over the past 40 years. As an entertaining sourcebook, this is perfect gift for any designer. £24.95; phaidon.com

YONDER

Sahara Pots; from £32 yonderliving.com

ROCKETT ST GEORGE

JuJu Hat Feather Wall Hanging; £195; rockettstgeorge.com

LIGHT UP

Fo s c a r i n i Designed by Luca Nichetto and Nendo, this lamp is a Scandinavian and Japanese creation. Following a back-and-forth creative process similar to that used when writing tanka, the lamp is a true collaboration. foscarini.com

INSIDE OUT

Natuzzi Italia Stylish and customisable, Natuzzi Italia’s modular Kubika Storage Range is designed with precision and style in mind. The spacious proportions, clean lines and innovative finishes, make the most of any space. Undoubtedly one of the coolest TV stands on the market right now. natuzzi.co.uk

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HOMES & INTERIORS / SPOTLIGHT I have always had A PASSION for interior design AND HAVE worked in SOFT furnishings for years with all the new developments along the river and at Battersea Power Station.

ABS: Favourite era in interior design?

AP: I love classic pieces but with a modern touch. From French Country House chic to elegant pieces based on classic designs, the range of beautiful home furnishings and accessories available in the shop combines contemporary style with timeless elegance.

HOME COMFORTS Angie Pinkney of Decara Home talks interior design I n t e r v i e w a b s o l u t e ly

ABSOLUTELY: What inspired you to open Decara Home?

ANGIE PINKNEY: I’ve always had a passion for interior design and have worked in soft furnishings for many years.

I was really keen to expand my horizons and to start a new exciting venture. I love sourcing pieces for the home and wanted the ability to share my passion and interests with clients. The shop is a wonderful way of working with people and allows me to bring a personal touch.

ABS: Why did you chose Battersea?

AP: I’ve always liked the area and felt that the whole re-development of the area would create new opportunities. The Queenstown Road in particular, where the shop is, is increasingly becoming a centre for all things for the home, with a variety of shops selling bathrooms, flooring, tiling and furniture to name a few.

ABS: What do you like about the area?

AP: It’s an exciting place to be these days

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ABS: What is your favourite piece stocked in the shop at the moment?

AP: I have two favourites at the moment.

The first is a lovely sideboard in a light coloured wood, with twelve drawers. The second is a coffee table which I designed myself and have specially made for the shop. It has an American oak top with a large glass inset and a display shelf for books underneath. It can be made to size.

ABS: Do you offer interiors advice?

AP: Yes, I’m able to provide a personal service helping clients with advice and ideas for their home and am happy to source pieces of furniture from my range of suppliers. Decara Home is one of two stockists in London of products from Flamant.

ABS: What kind of home accessories do you stock?

AP: We stock a selection of table lamps and chandeliers, a wide range of mirrors and accessories and gifts including glassware, textiles, bed linen, tableware, room scents and candles, olive oils, prints and photographs.

ABS: Describe your home?

DECARA: The house is done up with a neutral palette of soft off-whites, browns and greys. It’s got a modern feel, with pieces inspired by Provence but mixed with some carefully chosen antiques. It’s light and airy. The house has changed and grown with the family. u 125 Queenstown Road, SW8 3RH 02076223388 decara-home.co.uk

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YOUR PROJECT, MANAGED

For over two decades Rupert Lines and his team have prided themselves on attention to detail and professional craftsmanship for all types of building and renovation in South West London. R&M Lines’ experienced Project Managers provide home owners with a dedicated point of contact ensuring the entire process runs smoothly, to plan and with minimal inconvenience.

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LIFE STYLE Design meets functionality at Battersea interiors destination Raft Furniture I n t e r v i e w a b s o l u t e ly

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f you’ve just paid £1,500 for a wardrobe and one of the drawers doesn’t quite sit right when it’s delivered, you might feel a call to the retailer is in order. Imagine the boss takes your call, but rather than apologising and offering a repair, he simply tells you to stick a match behind the drawer to even up the discrepancy. Do you furiously demand your money back? Only if you misunderstood what Raft is all about, says founder Mick Quinn. His 17-year-old company only uses ‘’reclaimed’’ teak for its wooden furniture, and as a result imperfections, such as marks where joints used to be, are the norm.

ABSOLUTELY: What inspires the Raft ‘look’?

RAFT: The RAFT philosophy is to design and create furniture collections that are solid, dependable and affordable.

ABS: Your business philosophy is very eco-friendly. Why have you chosen to support local communities in Indonesia in particular?

RAFT: We have adopted a life-friendly approach to furniture – our hardwood products have not contributed to deforestation and have been independently certified as such by the Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®). We believe in responsible retailing, and in fact Raft is the

ABS: What elements are signature to a Raft design?

RAFT: We are also specialists in bespoke fabric and leather sofas, which are handmade in England.

From living, dining, bedroom, storage and accessories Raft has everything you will ever need for your home.

ABS: What do you specialise in?

RAFT: We are specialists in bespoke fabric and leather sofas, which are handmade in England.

From living, dining, bedroom, storage and accessories Raft has everything you will ever need for your home.

The Raft PHILOSOPHY is to create furniture that is SOLID, DEPENDEABLE

and affordable

world’s largest retailer of FSC certified reclaimed teak. We are passionate about using reclaimed teak in our range, so much so that we now hold a unique Chain of Custody certificate. This recognises our work supporting local communities in Indonesia. Our furniture pieces can be tracked from creation to delivery. For

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ABS: Some interiors brands value style over substance.

What sets Raft apart?

RAFT: Comfort and style are not mutually exclusive and that is something we have worked hard to address. We build furniture to last, so like us, our products just get better with age.

ABS: What can visitors to the store expect?

RAFT: Customers are invited to sit on the sofas, bounce on the beds and engage with the furniture in-store. We offer an Interior Design Service for those who may benefit from our expert knowledge and our Gift List service is there for special occasions. u raftfurniture.co.uk

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TOTES AMAZE Darling Clementine This is one tote you’ll want to tout about. Sporting a sweet cat-andhat design by the clever folk at Darling Clementine, it’s most definitely on our summer wishlist. £10; ifeelsmug.com

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EYE CANDY Akid

This might just be the world’s hippest children’s shoe label, founded by a husband-and-wife duo who count Kanye West among their creative collaborators. We’re after these Evil Eye hi-tops for the summer season. £58; alexandalexa.com

Seewee Silver (mini version of the Surfer) Salt-water Sandals, £38; salt-watersandals.co.uk

SCANDI COOL

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is Mini Rodini. Cassandra Rhodin’s hand-drawn illustrations have become synonymous with the stripped-back Scandi aesthetic that’s so of-the-moment; the brand’s SS16 collection features cartoon mice, unicorns and dots aplenty. minirodini.com

inspired SUPAflat high chair is the most lightweight and compact high chair ever invented – perfect for hanging on a wall hook. It has an integrated tray and we love it in the natural wood and white colourway. €199; en.smallable.com

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Moulded for Baby’s growing feet with built-in arch support, the ace in the Salt-water sleeve is that these sandals can get wet – in fact, getting wet is good for them and allows them to mould to the shape of the foot, so littles have the allclear to splash around. u

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THE POLYGON SW4

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n extraordinary period home of substantial proportions. Built in 1706 it forms part of the oldest terrace in Clapham. The property has been well maintained and sympathetically modernised throughout. Set in the heart of Clapham Old Town, this historic residence, which has a Grade II* listing, benefits from large sash windows and an abundance of natural light. The large windows at the front have views towards Clapham Old Town village square. u

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COMPASS HOUSE, SW18 A magnificent riverside apartment with truly spectacular views of the Thames, featuring a 29’ reception/dining room and three balconies. Approx. 1,268 sq ft. Energy Rating: D. 3 double bedrooms, 2 bath/shower rooms, 29’ reception/dining room, 3 balconies, underground parking available to rent by separate negotiation.

Leasehold Guide Price £1,175,000

WANDSWORTH 020 3151 6344 wandsworth@johndwood.co.uk

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ANHALT ROAD, SW11 Situated on the western side of this prime road in Battersea and moments away from Albert Bridge, this architecturally designed and newly built family house offers space on a grand scale and plenty of natural light. The six bedrooms provide ample accommodation and of particular note, the master bedroom suite has direct access onto its own roof terrace. Approx. 2,447 sq ft. Energy Rating: B. 6 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en suite), shower room, reception room, kitchen/dining room, snug, front and patio gardens, utility room, roof terrace.

Freehold Guide Price ÂŁ3,500,000

BATTERSEA 020 7293 0348 battersea@johndwood.co.uk

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LEBANON GARDENS, SW18 This recently constructed house on this highly regarded residential street is a beautifully presented family home of exemplary design and quality. Centred around a brief to provide all of the benefits of a modern family home whilst utilising the very best materials. Approx. 2,228 sq ft. Energy Rating B. 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3 reception rooms, tiered garden, front terrace.

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WEXFORD ROAD, SW12 A substantial and rarely available semi-detached Victorian house located on a peaceful tree lined street close to Wandsworth Common. Approx. 3,895 sq ft. Energy Rating: F. 6 bedrooms, 2 reception rooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en suite), dining room, cloakroom, garden, attic, cellar.

Freehold Guide Price ÂŁ3,200,000

CLAPHAM 020 3151 6240 clapham@johndwood.co.uk

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OXSHOTT, SURREY A magnificent bespoke family residence standing in grounds of approximately 1.5 acres, situated in the heart of the prestigious Crown Estate. Approx. 12,705 sq ft. Energy Rating: B. 7 bedrooms (master en suite with dressing room and balcony), 4 reception rooms, study, bespoke kitchen/breakfast room with dining area, utility room, leisure complex, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, 3 car garage, self-contained 1 bedroom annexe.

Freehold Guide Price Excess ÂŁ5,500,000

COBHAM 01932 864252 cobham@johndwood.co.uk

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Buckhold Road, Wandsworth SW18

Guide Price ÂŁ875,000

A bright, spacious and immaculately presented modern apartment situated on the fifth floor located in the popular "Filaments" development in Wandsworth. Finished to a high specification, this beautiful home is a fantastic example of modern London living and has the added benefits of a 24 hour concierge service, secure underground parking and lift access. For those who enjoy taking advantage of the green open spaces, King Georges Park with its tennis courts, pond and playing fields is just across the road, and Wandsworth Park is just a short walk away. EPC EER B.

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Putney Bridge Road, Putney SW15

Guide Price ÂŁ1,150,000

This rarely available split-level period property offers breath-taking views across Wandsworth Park and the River Thames, a large 29 ft roof terrace and almost 1300 sq ft of living space. Your own private front door opens into a wide entrance hall and stairs to the first floor. On entering the double height reception room, you will immediately be impressed by the views, as well as the period features and private balcony. The property is sold with the Freehold and is located within easy reach of the popular bars and restaurants Putney High Street has to offer. EPC EER E.

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Leathwaite Road SW11 £899,950

Gatton Road SW17 £850,000

This split-level apartment (offers spacious living), located moments from Northcote Road. Share of Freehold. EPC=D

This newly refurbished five-bedroom Edwardian house, offers plenty of space and a west facing garden. Freehold. EPC=C

• Two bedrooms • West facing garden

• Approx 1,300 sqft • West facing garden

Battersea Sales: 020 7228 9292 sales.bat@marshandparsons.co.uk

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A quirky, yet elegant apartment in an imposing red-brick building

Littlebury Road SW4 £575,000 This superb one-bedroom flat, presented in immaculate condition, is moments from Clapham High Street. Share of Freehold. EPC=D • Garden flat • Close to Clapham Common

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Lavender Sweep SW11 £975 per week

Edithna Street SW9 £700 per week

This stunning five-bedroom family home has been finished a high standard, is located to the open spaces of Clapham Common. EPC=D

A beautiful three-bedroom house, close to the amenities and transport links of Clapham and Brixton. EPC=E

• Five bedrooms • Extended modern kitchen

• Beautifully refurbished home • Private decked garden

Battersea Lettings: 020 7228 9292 lets.bat@marshandparsons.co.uk

Clapham Lettings: 020 7501 3666 lets.clp@marshandparsons.co.uk

Balham Grove SW12 £540 per week

A perfect example of a late 70s build with original features throughout

An incredible two-bedroom property, presented in immaculate condition, located in the heart of Balham. EPC=D • Communal gardens • Contemporary kitchen Balham Lettings: 020 8673 4377 lets.bal@marshandparsons.co.uk

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n immaculately presented two bedroom apartment set within the popular Southside Quarter development, minutes away from Battersea Park. This top floor apartment has been superbly refurbished and re-designed to the highest of standards throughout. The luxurious, bright and airy reception room benefits from Victorian sash windows and an exposed brick wall. This property also has an on-site porter and parking space. u  Aspire Battersea, 020 7801 3400; aspire.co.uk

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his is one of two flats for sale in Mandeville Courtyard, a gated mixed use development on Warriner Gardens. Mandeville Courtyard has the feeling of a New York development with fire escape stairs, a cobbled courtyard and communal bike racks plus an industrial interior design. This three bedroom flat centres on the kitchen/ reception room with marble counter tops and matching splash backs. The space enjoys 11ft ceiling heights and a

genuine feeling of light and space throughout. The three bedrooms are off the reception with the master bedroom having a dressing room and en-suite bathroom. u  John D Wood & Co. Battersea, 020 7228 0174; johndwood.co.uk

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beyond. Ideally located for Battersea Park mainline and the green open spaces of Battersea Park itself, just a short walk over Chelsea Bridge will take you into the heart of the West End. This property on Queenstown Road also benefits

his stunning two T bedroom penthouse is located on the top floor of the sought after Chelsea Bridge Wharf development.

The bright and airy property offers spectacular panoramic views across London and

from a 24 hour concierge, a lift service, a security video phone entry system, a private balcony and a private parking space. u  Lauristons Battersea, 020 7978 5800; lauristons.com

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aving graduated from university with a degree in design, I have always had an interest in interiors and the fundamentals of architecture and building design. When I left university to start my professional career, property was the perfect answer and ticked all the boxes in terms of what I wanted to do.

I started my property career selling new homes in the centre of Manchester. The apartments being sold were part of a regeneration scheme that consisted of commercial, retail and residential properties. Over a three year period, I saw the development slowly form and along the way I met many different people involved in making the exciting scheme happen. Looking back it was such a great project to be a part of and it was the perfect opportunity for me to learn and digest most aspects of property and the infrastructure of rebuilding a community.

After the economic crash of 2007/2008, a very good friend

Chestertons form part of the local community

of mine in the property industry suggested that I transfer from sales to lettings. The transition was actually extremely easy.

After a further three years in Manchester, I returned back to my London roots and have lived and worked in south west London ever since. I love the area. Battersea and Clapham provide such a wide range of property styles suitable for most ages and backgrounds. The area also has a lot of open green space to enjoy and has a very friendly feel, a very unique factor.

I enjoy visiting properties and providing a tailored service to each individual landlord that I meet.

The wealth of knowledge some landlords have allows me to learn more and more about the history of the property and the area.

Lettings is a very personable job and on a daily basis allows you to really tune into an individual’s requirements. It is this attention to detail that can allow you to stand apart from the competition.

Focusing on every aspect a client asks for is a very challenging task at times, and the feeling of exceeding expectations is unbelievably rewarding. I work very closely with our Battersea Park office and our brand new Wandsworth office. These two offices are two of our newest offices out of a network of 13 in south west London.

Managing the Chestertons Battersea and Clapham office is an absolute joy. The incredibly talented team thrive on being experts in our field and always deliver outstanding customer service.

Located on Battersea Rise, Chestertons form part of the local community and regularly sponsor events held by local schools and sports clubs. We are also proud sponsors of Chestertons Polo in the Park – the world’s largest three-day polo tournament which will take place in Hurlingham Park, Fulham on the 3rd, 4th and 5th June this year. ◆

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Business as usual.

You might be worried that the EU Referendum and the rise in Stamp Duty are having a negative impact on the London property market.

Don’t be.

We constantly monitor the SE London landscape, and are confident that houses are changing hands as easily as they ever have.

So if you’re thinking of selling or letting your property, but are concerned about the market, come and talk to the local experts.

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Families are on the move.

During the spring and early summer, we traditionally see an influx in the number of families looking to move. This year is no different.

Our tenants are looking for good quality three and four bedroom family homes to rent in key locations such as those with easy access to good schools and transport links.

So, if you’re thinking of letting a property that could satisfy this demand, please call us without delay for a free market appraisal and honest professional advice.

Hamptons Wimbledon High Street, Wimbledon, London SW19 5BA Lettings. 020 8454 7629 wimbledonlettings@hamptons-int.com Sales. 020 8454 7627 wimbledon@hamptons-int.com hamptons.co.uk Please dial in full. If you have already appointed another agent, you may be subject to a restrictive contract.

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Wimbledon, SW19 Set over four floors in a sought-after location, a stylish and contemporary family home finished to a high standard. The property offers six bedrooms, five shower/bathrooms and exceptional reception/entertaining space. There is secure private parking and a garden. EPC: C

£2,350,000 Freehold • 3,876 Sq. ft.

• Six Bedrooms • Five Shower/Bathrooms • Four Receptions • Garden & Patio • Gated Driveway

Hamptons Wimbledon Sales. 020 8454 7249

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PROPERTY / NEW TO THE MARKET

LUXURIOUS

LETTINGS London’s Finest Assets

VICTORIA MEWS

SW18

£761 P e r We e k

n exceptional five bedroom terraced house set in a much sought after private gated mews development, located in the heart of Earlsfield. This beautifully presented house comprises a repetition room, kitchen/breakfast room with dining area, five bedrooms, two bathrooms, a private rear garden, a garage and a private driveway. The property is located within close proximity to Earlsfield station as well as the many local amenites of Garratt Lane. This home would be ideal for a family or professional sharers. u  Jacksons Estate Agents Earlsfield, 020 8971 7070; jacksonsestateagents.com

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SOUTHSIDE QUARTER SW11

£695 P e r We e k

superb three bedroom A house set within Southside Quarter, a gated Victorian School development. The ground floor comprises; a generous reception room, WC and a spacious kitchen/diner leading onto the private rear garden.

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On the first floor there is a double bedroom and a master bedroom plus a family bathroom. The second bedroom has an internal staircase leading to the second floor for a third bedroom which is a large mezzanine. u  Aspire Battersea, 020 7801 3400; aspire.co.uk

KINGS AVENUE

SW4

£2,900

white suites with chrome fittings and chrome towel rail, as well as large mirrors and vanity units. Throughout, the properties oak flooring, low energy light fittings and gas underfloor central heating provide warm, well lit spaces.

The penthouse provides ample

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his development features a large kitchen and diner with stone worktops and a range of integrated Bosch appliances.

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storage and features a mezzanine reception. Further benefits include the two wrap around balconies on both floors providing impressive views of London. u  Lauristons Balham, 020 8772 9373; lauristons.com

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Work Just 30 minutes to Canary Wharf*

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Positioned between two renowned golf courses

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Set in 275 acres of secluded, Kentish parkland

TWO BEDROOM APARTMENTS NOW AVAILABLE TO VIEW Brand new luxury two and three bedroom apartments forming part of the exclusive Sundridge Park development.

Set in a truly unique location, perfectly blending country-style living with city life.

Prices from ÂŁ695,000 Show home open, 10am-4pm, 7 days a week To arrange a viewing, please call 020 8313 9163 or visit sundridge-park.co.uk for more information

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Willoughby Lane off Plaistow Lane, Bromley, Kent BR1 3TP *From Sundridge Park train station (Source: National Rail)

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PROPERTY / NEW TO THE MARKET

DREAM D E V E LO P M E N TS

LOMBARD WHARF

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£600,000 Starting from

ombard Road is a landmark 28-storey twisting tower with 135 one, two and three bedroom apartments and penthouses situated on the banks of the Thames. Designed by renowned architects Patel Taylor, homes at Lombard Wharf offer wrap around balconies, most of which have panoramic river views.

Lombard Wharf is set to become one of London’s most exciting riverside developments. Located

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Just a few minutes’ walk away is Battersea Village Square

BARRINGTON GARDENS

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£1,095,000 For the show home

adjacent to the Cremorne Bridge on the Thames Waterfront and across the bridge from Chelsea Harbour, Lombard Wharf is just a short walk from the green spaces of Battersea Park. Just a few minutes’ walk away is Battersea Village Square – a collection of bars and restaurants, while Kensington and Chelsea can be easily reached by venturing across the river. u  Barratt London 0844 811 4321; barrattlondon.com

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artin Grant Homes has unveiled a spectacular new show home at its prestigious new residential development, Barrington Gardens, situated in the heart of Balham. The design by New i.d Interiors showcase their Designer Collection including pieces from Kelly Hoppen London. The show home is a three bedroom townhouse arranged over three floors. The ground floor includes a study and open plan kitchen/living/ dining room, with doors opening onto the private rear garden. The first floor

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comprises two spacious bedrooms, one of which has an en-suite, and a seperate family bathroom. The second floor is given to the luxurious master suite, which includes an en-suite bathroom and dressing area. Set behind a

stylish gated entrance, the show home can also be accessed from the street front, with a private parking space to the rear of the house. u  Martin Grant Homes 020 7720 5932; barringtongardens.co.uk

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Join us and the BoConcept designers for an exclusive interior design event at our on-site sales and marketing suite: Saturday 14 May, 10am–4pm Former St John Bosco College site, Princes Way, Southfields, London, SW19 6QE

Cambium is an exclusive new development from Lendlease offering 1, 2 & 3 bedroom apartments and 3, 4 & 5 bedroom houses.

1 BEDROOM APARTMENTS FROM £429,950 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS FROM £534,950 3 BEDROOM HOUSES FROM £1.14M 50% OF APARTMENTS NOW SOLD All images used are for illustrative purposes only. Prices are correct at the time of publication. *We reserve the right to cancel any offer stated above at any time, value of the interior design package might vary. This offer is referring to plot 7 exclusively. Limited time only.

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TUNLEY ROAD, SW17

5 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHROOMS AND 30’ GARDEN CONTACT: BALHAM 020 8675 6565 | www.jacksonsestateagents.com/Balham

£1,700,000

THE PROPERTY An exceptional example of a Victorian family home which has been fully refurbished throughout to an outstanding standard and totals in excess of 2,300 sq. ft. of living accommodation. All works have been carried out with the highest possible finish suited to the most discerning purchaser.

THE AREA The transport links from Balham both in and out of town are virtually unrivalled having both Northern Line and Network Rail connections. In recent years Balham has seen an exponential rise of independent shops, bars and restaurants which has contributed to it being voted one of the top 5 places to live in London by The Sunday Times.

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LARKHALL RISE, SW4

5 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHROOMS AND 70’ GARDEN CONTACT: CLAPHAM 020 8875 7995 | www.jacksonsestateagents.com/Clapham

£2,250,000

A substantial terrace Victorian house arranged over 4 floors and situated in a popular road close to Clapham Old Town. The accommodation totals in excess of 3,100 sq.ft. which is well presented throughout. To the rear is a 70’ South West facing garden and to the front there is off street parking for 2 cars.

LOXLEY ROAD, SW18

5 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHROOMS AND 60’ GARDEN CONTACT: EARLSFIELD 020 8971 7070 | www.jacksonsestateagents.com/Earlsfield

£895 PER WEEK

A delightful family house in one of the areas most popular locations forming part of The Magdalen Estate. The house is presented in good order throughout and is ideally located for numerous primary schools both private and state. The open spaces of Wandsworth Common are close to hand.

BALHAM 020 8675 6565

BATTERSEA 020 7924 2255

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CLAPHAM 020 8875 7995

EARLSFIELD 020 8971 7070

WANDSWORTH 020 8875 8899

CLAPHAM COMMON 020 7924 8955

STREATHAM 020 8677 9900

WANDSWORTH COMMON 020 8672 9077

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LEPPOC ROAD, SW4

5 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHROOMS AND 55’ GARDEN CONTACT: CLAPHAM 020 8875 7995 | www.jacksonsestateagents.com/Clapham

£1,650,000

THE PROPERTY An imaginatively renovated and fully extended terrace Victorian house situated in a quiet and popular road forming part of an area referred to locally as ‘Abbeville Village’. All works have been carried out to exacting standards and the house retains a wealth of original features.

THE AREA Abbeville Village has been undergoing a period of regeneration for a number of years now and provides an excellent selection of independent shops, bars and restaurants, all strongly supported by the local community. The open spaces of Clapham Common and the Northern Line Underground Stations at Clapham South and Clapham Common are both to hand.

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MANTILLA ROAD, SW17

4 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHROOMS AND 26’ GARDEN

CONTACT: TOOTING 020 8767 0522 | www.jacksonsestateagents.com/Tooting

£1,195,000

An exceptional four bedroom end-of-terrace Victorian house which has been beautifully renovated by the current owners to an extremely high specification. Mantilla Road is a tree lined road running off Franciscan Road and close to Tooting Bec Common. The shops and Northern Line Underground Station at Tooting Bec are close by.

BOUTFLOWER ROAD, SW11 1 BEDROOM, LARGE KITCHEN/RECEPTION ROOM AND ROOF GARDEN CONTACT: BATTERSEA 020 7924 2255 | www.jacksonsestateagents.com/Battersea

£385 PER WEEK

A particularly spacious one bedroom top floor flat which has been newly renovated to a very high standard and having a 22’ X 16’ private roof garden with extensive views. Boutflower Road is an ideal location for the fashionable bars and restaurants of Battersea Rise and Northcote Road.

Clapham Junction Station is only a few minutes walk.

BALHAM 020 8675 6565

BATTERSEA 020 7924 2255

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CLAPHAM 020 8875 7995

EARLSFIELD 020 8971 7070

WANDSWORTH 020 8875 8899

CLAPHAM COMMON 020 7924 8955

STREATHAM 020 8677 9900

WANDSWORTH COMMON 020 8672 9077

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PROPERTY / COUNTRYSIDE NIGEL LEWIS

FAMOUS PLACES London hides a plethora of celebrity homes. These are the most recent to come on the market

ROTTEN PLACE TO BUY?

t’s four decades since punk spilled spitting and screaming onto our TV screen and the Sex Pistols’ released their debut single, Anarchy in the UK. Original band members Johnny Rotten, Steve Jones, Paul Cook and Glen Matlock shocked TV interviewers and caused mayhem at concerts. But it didn’t last long.

After touring the US, Rotten – real name John Lydon – left the band in 1978 and retreated to a house he’d just bought in Chelsea. Lydon, now 60, sold the five-floor property in 1981 when he moved to New York, and the building has since been divided up into two apartments, with a blue plaque outside to celebrate his time there. Back then the apartment on Gunter Grove had smoke-stained walls and a low-slung futon style couch, but it’s since had a makeover and is yours to rent for £1,295 a week. u Savills 0207 578 9020 www.savills.co.uk

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nominated for a Grammy award. But after nine years together the band broke up, blaming internal conflicts.

The singer has been ploughing his own furrow since then and has a new solo album out next month These People - with songs tackling topics such as the war in Syria, the Arab Spring uprisings and the death of a close friend. But it all started at Vernon Yard Recordings, an independent label owned by Virgin Records based in Notting Hill. The building was converted into houses, where a four bedroom mews house is now up for sale at £4.5m. u Domus Nova 0207 727 1717 www.domusnova.com

Back then the apartment on Gunter Grove had smoke-stained walls UPSTAIRS DAISY’S DOWNSTAIRS DIGS

ownton character Sarah Bunting played by Daisy Lewis was an idealistic teacher keen on bringing social justice to the world in series four and five. And it’s not the first time she has played feisty female characters. Before joining the period drama, she had parts in Doctor Who and After You’ve Gone, but has also produced movies including a short film starring Charles Dance. The actress also has an eye for property; she shared a penthouse flat with her brother in Pimlico before moving into her own pad, an interest that evidently runs in the family as her father John is chairman of the Groucho Club and part owns the Sloane Square hotel. The Lewis siblings’ flat is now up for sale at £2.25m. The three bedroom property in Warwick Square has views across the capital. u Jackson-Stops 0207 828 4050 www.jackson-stops.co.uk

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HOME TO A BITTER SWEET SYMPHONY?

erve frontman Richard Ashcroft has always been a serious soul, singing about life being a Bitter Sweet Symphony and moaning that The Drugs Don’t Work. But both tunes became classics and propelled the Wigan band’s album Urban Hymns to the top of the charts worldwide. At the end of the ‘90s, The Verve had won two Brit Awards, made the cover of Rolling Stone magazine and were

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£2.25 Million

£4.5 Million

Photography fans with deep pockets should like this luxury apartment block FLAT COMES WITH DAVID BAILEY SNAPS

hotography fans with deep pockets should like this luxury apartment block. It comes with its own art gallery stocked with original pictures created by legendary celebrity snapper David Bailey. The snapper was commissioned by the block’s developers to take photographs of the local area for each apartment as well as 19 large artworks which are on show in the ‘lobby gallery’. The block has 44 high-end residences

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with prices starting at £3.8m and has so many amenities that you wouldn’t need to venture out very often. Owners at The Chilterns get a restaurant, gym and sauna, private cinema and wine cellars. There’s also underground parking and a 24-hour concierge. Near Marylebone High Street, the apartment building fronts onto Chiltern Street, famous for its Chiltern Firehouse Hotel & Restaurant, trendy bars and boutique designer stores. One furnished three bedroom property has now been put up for sale at £7.7m, with 10 specially commissioned framed Bailey prints featuring Regency architecture, the BBC HQ, Baker Street Underground Station, Regent’s Park and the boating lake. u The Chilterns 0208 418 1070 www.thechilternsw1.com

£575 Thousand

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SCENE OF A HITCHCOCK HOUSING DRAMA

aster of suspense Alfred Hitchcock got his first shot at directing in 1922 with the film Number 13. This and many of his early films were shot at Gainsborough Studios. However, at the start of WW2 the building’s chimney was deemed a liability during air raids, and the studio was sold in 1949. After starting life as a power station, then going into the movie business, the building in Hoxton has also been used as a whisky store, housed theatre productions, and a fashion show by Alexander McQueen. Much of it was demolished in 2002 and flats were built on the site, but as a nod to its cinematic past, you’ll find a huge sculpture of Hitchock’s head in the centre of the four apartment blocks.

A one bedroom flat has just come on the market for £575,000. u Foxtons 0207 704 5000 www.foxtons.co.uk

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ELAND ROAD, BATTERSEA Superbly presented two double bedroom, two bathroom period cottage situated in the popular Shaftesbury conservation area. Offered to the market chain free with potential to extend STPP. EPC = D.

ASKING PRICE

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Battersea Clapham Putney Barnes Richmond

Kew Sheen Twickenham Teddington Kingston

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DOROTHY ROAD, BATTERSEA A light and spacious period conversion with private west facing garden, many period features and is located moments from the transport links of Clapham Junction and Clapham Common. The property is offered chain free and with vacant possession. EPC = D.

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FALCON WHARF, LOMBARD ROAD A well presented split level apartment offering bright and spacious accommodation and a versatile winter balcony. The accommodation benefits from stunning river views, under floor heating 24 hour concierge and communal roof terraces. EPC = B.

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Property ROUND UP The inside scoop in your area

HOUSE HUNTING

MOST SATISFYING TRANSACTION:

I NEVER THOUGHT I’D SEE:

I’m sure most agents would agree that the first property you ever let is always the most special. There’s no better feeling!

MOST INTERESTING PROPERTY:

CAMILLO DEGREGORIO Lettings Manager

Chestertons, Battersea Park

JUST LET

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Area Director, Marsh & Parsons

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I’ve been fortunate enough to have been involved in many fabulous properties whilst working as a Lettings Manager at Chestertons, but if I had to pick one, I would say Candlemakers Apartments.

It used to be a Candle Making Factory that was converted into high specification flats. n the past month, we have experienced a noticeable increase in demand from families looking to get ahead of the crowds and secure a rental property prior to the very busy summer period.

And for the chance of finding their ideal home, many of these families are willing to commit to longer tenancies. Our Marsh & Parsons Battersea office recently matched a family of four, who were relocating from Spain, with their ideal property. The property was

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I'M SURE MOST AGENTS WOULD AGREE THAT THE FIRST PROPERTY YOU EVER LET IS ALWAYS THE MOST SPECIAL

So much available stock on the market currently. With the Nine Elms developments coming towards completion, there is a lot of opportunities to be found.

FINEST PROPERTY SHOWCASE:

St Georges Wharf, SW8, £5,178 PCM. A two bedroom apartment in a one-off building on the banks of the River. u

located on Honeywell Road. The family home, with an asking price of £925 per week, had not yet been introduced to the market, but

This ‘moving story’ is a testament to our team’s tenacity our lettings team knew it would be perfect for the relocatees, who wanted to be in the Honeywell school catchment area. An

Chestertons Battersea Park, 020 3040 8700;

chestertons.com important and deciding factor.

They instantly fell in love with the property and signed a lease for three years (with a two-year break clause). This ‘moving story’ is a testament to our team’s tenacity and creativity, to cater to the individual needs of our landlords and tenants, and provide superior customer service along the way! u

Marsh & Parsons Balham & Clapham South 020 8673 4377;

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F E AT U R E P R O P E R T Y

E X P E R T A DV I C E

PORTICO • BATTERSEA •

MARNEY ROAD SW11

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beautifully presented four bedroom family house that has been renovated by the owners.

The property boasts a double reception room which is used as a sitting and dining room, an extended eat in kitchen with bi-fold doors to the private

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NEW BUILD

NO.15 ABBEVILLE ROAD SW11

£400,000 (Average price)

he New Homes and Clapham office teams at Douglas & Gordon have sold the last property at No. 15 Abbeville Road. The scheme by Rocco Homes

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and Indigo Scott is made up of 23 studio and one bedroom flats. All 23 sold within six weeks, achieving an average 97% of the asking price. Thirteen were sold to investors, showing the strength of the rental market in the area. The one bedroom flats also sold for an average of £400,000, which is around 20% higher than the local average price for similar properties. u

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ine Elms and the new build market in Battersea has taken a bit of a hit recently, possibly as a result of an influx of developments being offered to the market. This is having a positive outcome for pre-owned homes, specifically anything that is older than 50 years. People who can’t afford new build stock are buying up the older stock in anticipation of

PRIME PURCHASE

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both areas have seen an influx of new cafes, shops and bars

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garden and a WC on the ground floor. Over the top two floors are four bedrooms and two bathrooms. Marney Road is between Clapham Common Northside and Lavender Hill, so you can either use the Northern Line at Clapham Common tube station or the trains from Clapham Junction station. There are also plenty of bus routes running into central London within a short walk. u

John D Wood & Co. Battersea, 020 7228 0174; johndwood.co.uk

£1,350,000 beautiful five bedroom house in the sought after 'Gardens' area of Southfields. The property has been stripped back and stylishly refurbished to an exacting standard, whilst retaining many period features. The reception room has been opened up to provide an impressive space offering excellent proportions with a study area to the rear overlooking

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the kitchen. The bespoke kitchen has been extended to offer ample cupboard space, integrated appliances and a breakfast bar. On the first floor, there are three bedrooms and a family bathroom with two further bedrooms and a wet room on the second floor. u

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long-term capital growth once the new build projects have been finished.

Oval and Stockwell have benefited from being within close proximity to the regeneration zone – and we are already seeing savvy landlords investing in the areas. Transport links in both areas are brilliant; the only thing which has previously held Stockwell and Oval back is the lack of amenities, but both areas have seen an influx of new cafes, shops and bars. u

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Southfields & Earlsfield 020 3553 3711;

Battersea, 020 7501 0454;

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A constant point of contact.

Some call it boutique service, we consider it elementary.

Buying, selling or renting with Aspire, you’ll have one point of contact who will know your brief inside out and manage your transaction from start to finish. Should you need to leave a message, we aim to get back to you within 24 minutes, not 24 hours. Just good old common sense and efficiency. Basic really. #smallthingsbigdifferences aspire.co.uk

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PROPERTY / DEVELOPMENTS NIGEL LEWIS

NEW HOMES R EG E N E RAT I O N

RADICAL MAKEOVERS?

he capital’s race to build more T homes is having an unexpected result for some of its less predictable neighbourhoods, says Nigel Lewis.

High prices and fewer homes for sale in the most desirable parts of London mean areas that have been less fashionable for years, are getting makeovers and – more importantly for London’s accommodationstarved residents – new homes. Areas that buyers might have previously struck off their wish lists are now go-to areas. And the developers’ cranes are following suit, crowding once sleepy skylines with their one-legged swingers. Here we look at some of the areas being upgraded with both regeneration cash as well as new, gleaming apartments developments.

SOUTH: ELEPHANT & CASTLE

here were some tentative signs of regeneration in and around Elephant and Castle during the mid-noughties when an expensive improvement programme was announced and several high-profile new homes developments were built. But after these were completed, the recession put a stop to any new money coming in. It’s all now picking up again with £3 billion earmarked for the area. As well as a more pedestrianfriendly road layout, there are several new developments under construction including Elephant Park, a former council estate. It is to include a new shopping precinct, gardens, and 2,500 sustainable homes.

Developer Lendlease has just launched its latest phase called Highwood Gardens, which comprises 307 homes surrounded by attractive courtyard gardens designed by leading landscape architects, Gillespies.

The new apartments at Highwood Gardens are available from £540,000. For more information, call 020 3675 9955 or visit www.elephantpark.co.uk. u

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CENTRAL: SOHO SQUARE

ou might assume Soho and regeneration wouldn’t go together given its West End location, but only recently has the area’s sleazier reputation begun to wear off – much to the horror of fans such as Steven Fry and Marc Almond, who want to stop what they call its sanitisation.

The arguments over Soho centre around its retail makeover and the loss of the small, independent shops that make it so unique and, consequently, apartment developers are treading carefully. Rather than shiny new blocks, older properties are being upgraded. The most recent example is the Duke of Portland’s former townhouse on Soho Square. Built during the late 17th century, this Grade II listed property is now called 10, Soho Square, a development

by Oakmayne Bespoke where just one apartment is left to purchase for £4.75 million. Call Oakmayne Bespoke on 020 7407 3667 or visit www.10sohosquare.com. u

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Elephant Park

WEST: WHITE CITY

f you’ve been wondering exactly what’s going to happen to the former BBC HQ site at White City, then we can reveal all. The site is to retain a connection with the BBC – it’s Worldwide operation has already moved into a new HQ and three studios will still operate on the site. But the army of camera operators, presenters, and stressed producers will now be joined by 950 new homes and apartments, new cafés and restaurants, a cinema, offices and a new outpost of Soho House. The first phase of the development includes 432 homes, due for completion in 2018, where prices start at £700,000 for a one-bedroom apartment to £7 million for a penthouse. More information at ww.televisioncentre.com. u

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Same great service.

New lettings branch.

Completely at home in Southfields.

Alongside our established sales branch, we are delighted to announce the opening of our dedicated Southfields lettings branch, located at 251 Wimbledon Park Road.

With extensive experience in the Southfields market and a network of more than 55 interconnected branches across London, we have access to thousands of active tenants and buyers. This, along with the expertise and local knowledge of our Southfields team, means we will make your next property move a success.

If you are thinking of letting, renting, selling or buying, contact us today.

KFH Southfields lettings 251 Wimbledon Park Road Southfields SW19 6NW Hayley Pannell Lettings Manager Tel 020 3199 2182 southfields.lettings@kfh.co.uk

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Wimbledon Park Road, Southfields, SW18 £750,000 Southfields 020 8871 9655 southfields.sales@kfh.co.uk

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This stunning split level apartment provides over 1,000 sq ft of beautiful accommodation and showcases a three storey, cathedral ceiling reception room and a spectacular feature window. This apartment is well designed throughout, and features a spiral staircase from the first to the third floor.

This property is ideally located in central Southfields close to all local amenities including Southfields station which is served by the District Line.

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Two/three bedrooms Two bathrooms plus one en suite Stunning reception room Modern fitted kitchen Utility room Off street parking Leasehold EPC rating D

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Beauchamp Road, Battersea, SW11 £775,000 Presented in beautiful decorative order, this two bedroom, two bathroom period apartment benefits from a bay fronted reception, stylish modern kitchen and a south facing garden.

Beauchamp Road affords easy access to transport links with fashionable cafés, boutiques and restaurants on nearby Northcote Road. Battersea Rise and Lavender Hill are also nearby. Share of freehold. EPC rating D. Battersea 020 7228 2666 battersea.sales@kfh.co.uk

Latchmere Road, Battersea, SW11 £700,000 At nearly 950 sq ft of accommodation, this spacious two bedroom, two bathroom split level apartment offers a fantastic open plan kitchen and living room with bi-fold doors. As well as plenty of space for entertaining, this property further benefits from attractive period features throughout, a private garden and a cellar.

Leasehold. EPC rating D. Battersea Park 020 7924 1944 batterseapark.sales@kfh.co.uk

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Bonneville Gardens, Clapham, SW4 ÂŁ1,295,000 This attractive four bedroom maisonette is situated in a handsome Victorian property, moments from the fashionable shops and restaurants of Abbeville Village.

This ground floor property boasts 1,405 sq ft of living space as well as a beautiful 106 ft private rear garden. Leasehold. EPC rating E. Clapham 020 8675 5436 clapham.sales@kfh.co.uk

Bellew Street, Earlsfield, SW17 ÂŁ925,000 Converted and newly refurbished, this three storey house is set within an attractive grid of residential roads between Earlsfield and Tooting. Providing four bedrooms, two bathrooms, double reception room and extended kitchen, this beautiful period home further benefits from a garden and close proximity to both Earlsfield and Haydons Road mainline stations. Freehold. EPC rating D. Earlsfield 020 8944 6464 earlsfield.sales@kfh.co.uk

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Linkway, Raynes Park, SW20 ÂŁ995,000 Semi detached period house, beautifully presented throughout and finished to a high standard. Three of the four bedrooms have a dual aspect and provide an abundance of natural light. The ground floor has been extended to offer fantastic dining and entertaining spaces.

This home offers close to 1,800 sq ft of internal space, as well as a 70 ft garden. Further benefits include off street parking and close proximity to Raynes Park station. Freehold. EPC rating E. Raynes Park 020 3542 2000 raynespark.sales@kfh.co.uk

Chalfont Mews, Southfields, SW19 ÂŁ1,280,000 This beautifully presented semi detached house is arranged over two floors and provides four bedrooms, two bathrooms and a well appointed kitchen. The property is set within a small gated development of four houses set back from the road and is close to central Southfields.

This property offers easy access to the local amenities of Southfields Village including the station which is served by the District Line.

Wimbledon Common is also nearby. Freehold.

EPC rating C. Southfields 020 8871 9655 southfields.sales@kfh.co.uk

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Carlton Gate, Putney, SW15 £750,000 - £1,300,000 Land and New Homes 020 8222 7200 newhomes@kfh.co.uk

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Carlton Gate is a collection of beautiful new apartments and penthouses set within a striking Art Deco style building, just a short walk to Putney High Street.

The apartments boast bespoke fitted kitchens with an extensive range of fitted appliances. Other features include video entry system, lift facility and a ten year new build warranty.

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Spacious two bedroom apartments Three bedroom penthouses Bespoke kitchens Outdoor space Satellite television and Sky+ Engineered oak flooring Underfloor heating 125 year lease

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York Road, Wimbledon, SW19 £3,000 pcm Wimbledon 020 8944 4040 wimbledon.lettings@kfh.co.uk

This stylish four bedroom house is well decorated throughout and boasts bright and spacious living space.

Located near Wimbledon Broadway, this property benefits from both the calm suburban aspects of Wimbledon, as well as the close proximity to a wide range of cafés, bars and restaurants, as well as transport links.

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Three double bedrooms, one single One family bathroom plus en suite Double reception room Eat in kitchen/diner Close to transport links Unfurnished EPC rating E

£210 tenancy agreement fee per property. Other fees apply, visit kfh.co.uk/lettingsfees

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Balham Hill, Balham, SW12 £2,200 pcm Beautifully finished two double bedroom, two bathroom flat, well decorated throughout and benefiting from a large private balcony.

This property is located within walking distance of Clapham South underground station, and is also close to Balham mainline and underground stations. Part furnished. EPC rating B. Balham 020 8675 3639 balham.lettings@kfh.co.uk

Liverpool Road, Kingston Upon Thames, KT2 £1,800 pcm This stunning two double bedroom Victorian conversion flat is arranged over the second and third floors of an attractive building and boasts amazing views over Richmond Park. This property provides a 26 ft living/dining room and two modern bathrooms, including an en suite to the master bedroom. Located within walking distance of Norbiton mainline station. Furnished. EPC rating F. Kingston 020 8939 8181 kingston.lettings@kfh.co.uk

£210 tenancy agreement fee per property.

Other fees apply, visit kfh.co.uk/lettingsfees

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Plaza Gardens, Putney, SW15 £2,500 pcm Brand new luxury two double bedroom, two bathroom apartment, beautifully presented throughout. Benefits include a terrace and parking.

Set in the beautifully landscaped Putney Plaza development this apartment is positioned adjacent to East Putney underground station and moments from the shops and restaurants of Putney High Street. Upon completion the development will benefit from state of the art residents gym, 24 hour concierge and sky gardens. Furnished.

Putney Hill 020 8785 3433 putneyhill.lettings@kfh.co.uk

Kingston Road, Raynes Park, SW20 £1,900 pcm Bright and exceptionally spacious throughout, this two bedroom, two bathroom apartment is situated on the top floor of a brand new building.

This home boasts a large open plan kitchen/ reception and further benefits from bike storage, communal gardens, a private roof terrace and gated parking. Conveniently located for Raynes Park and Wimbledon Chase mainline stations.

Furnished. EPC rating B. Raynes Park 020 3542 2010 raynespark.lettings@kfh.co.uk

£210 tenancy agreement fee per property.

Other fees apply, visit kfh.co.uk/lettingsfees

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FOR SALE

Nightingale Lane Nightingale Triangle SW12 £875,000|SHARE OF FREEHOLD • Prestigious Grade II Listed Building • Own Front Door • Wide Hallway • 20’10” X 15’ Reception/ Dining Room • 20’ X 15’ Master Bedroom • 2nd Double Bedroom

• Fitted Kitchen • Bath/Shower Room • Separate WC • Private Patios • London Borough of Wandsworth • 1062 SQ.FT 98.6 SQ. M

An elegant and extremely spacious two double bedroom apartment (1062 SQ. FT / 98.6 SQ. MT) converted from a prestigious Grade II listed semi-detached Victorian building. It has private patios to front and rear plus its own entrance. Situated close to Clapham and Wandsworth Commons, excellent train/tube services and numerous shopping, eating and drinking attractions in Northcote Road, Bellevue Road and Balham centre. EPC - D.

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Nightingale Lane Between The Commons SW12 £1,675,000|FREEHOLD • Off Street Parking • Large Integral Garage • Double Reception Room • Kitchen/Breakfast Room • Conservatory • Cloakroom/WC • Landscaped Garden 37’ X 34’ • 5 Double Bedrooms

• 3 Bath /Shower Rooms (2 E/S) • Extensive Eaves Storage • (510 SQ.FT) • London Borough of Wandsworth • No Forward Chain • 2490 SQ.FT 231.3 SQ.M

A substantial five double bedroom family house (2490 SQ.FT / 231.3 SQ.M) offering the rare advantage of a spacious integral garage, off-street parking, a large and secluded rear garden and scope for extension. It is situated less than a quarter of a mile from Clapham South tube station, and close to the open spaces of Clapham Common. EPC - E.

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FOR SALE

Pickets Street The Nightingale Triangle SW12 £1,100,000|FREEHOLD • Secure Off-Street Parking • Entrance Hall • Double Reception Room • Kitchen/ Breakfast Room • Ground Floor WC • South-Facing Garden • 2 Double Bedrooms • Large Bath/ Shower Room/ WC

• Planning Permission for 2-Storey Extension • Unconverted Loft • London Borough of Wandsworth • Currently 861 SQ.FT 80 SQ.M + Loft • Potentiall approx 1200 SQ.FT 115 SQ.M + Loft

This charming end-of-terrace Victorian cottage, with sunny private garden and off-street parking, has planning permission for a 2-storey side extension to create a 3 bedroom family home plus potential for loft conversion. Located between Clapham Common and Balham in the area known as the Nightingale Triangle, it has excellent transport links, highly-rated schools and a great choice of shopping, eating and drinking, all on the doorstep. EPC - F.

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Lindore Road Between The Commons SW11 £1,775,000|FREEHOLD • Paved Front Garden • Entrance Hall • Double Reception Room • Extended Kitchen • Under-Hallway Cellar • Master Suite with Dressing Room + Bathroom • 4 Additional Bedrooms • 2 Additional Shower Rooms

• Top Floor Study Bedroom 5 • Garden with Rear Entrance • Planning Permission for • Basement Development (lapsed) • Residents Parking • London Borough of Wandsworth • 2152 Sq Ft / 200 Sq M

With its ultra-convenient location and contemporary feel, this 5 bedroom, Victorian house is an ideal family property. With a sleek, top quality finish throughout and thoughtfully designed space it also has the potential for further expansion into the basement (planning permission for basement development already granted but lapsed). Lindore Road is within easy access of Clapham Junction Station, fashionable Northcote Road and excellent schools, in both the state and private sectors. EPC - C.

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