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Fresh new looks for spring

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WHAT’S ON

Diary dates for May

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FLOWER POWER

Bloom-based prints for May

H E A LT H & B E AU T Y

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36 TOOLS OF THE TRADE

Gillian Anderson on the return of Scully

22 FASHION CONFIDENTIAL This month’s hottest trends and products

Best beauty buys of the month

The must-have make up and beauty gadgets you need in your arsenal

Food & Drink

42 KITCHEN CONFIDENTIAL Tasty happenings from the local area

We discover two brilliant local eateries; London House and Tart

48 GOING DOWNTOWN The rebirth of Downtown LA

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Green, the colour of envy

59 TURNING JAPANESE Products with Eastern promise

63 SMALL TALK

Stylish clothes for tots

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45 REVIEWS

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45 96 PROPERTY NEWS News and views on the area

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EDITOR’S letter

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he month of May has always been associated with festivities: May Day, the beginning of wedding season, Royal Ascot. This is perhaps because, in London at least, May is the first month when sitting outside doesn’t feel like a punishment.

With this in mind we’ve decided to focus our beauty notes this month on pots and potions to best prepare a bride for her wedding day. See which new rose face cream is an absolute must on page 34.

There are so many occasions to dress up for in May, giving your wardrobe a spring overhaul is a must. That’s why our fashion shoot this month focuses on statement pieces that raise the style stakes and instantly make an outfit unforgettable. Turn to page 27 to

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see the Rosetta Getty trousers we can’t live without.

Among the usual suspects (Chelsea Flower Show, the Cartier Queen’s Cup at Guards Polo Club) is a relative newcomer to the cultural landscape: London Craft Week. It may only be in its second year but it is already shaping up to be one of the best citywide events in the calendar. We choose our highlights on page 18.

Fans of The X-Files will want to skip straight to our interview with Agent Scully, I mean Gillian Anderson on page 14 to find out how it felt to return to the small screen in her most iconic role.

I hope you enjoy the issue. Ciao! ◆

Catherine Hales Editor

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BIKINI BABE

Heidi Klein has been our go-to holiday shop since it opened its doors in 2002. Over ten years later. the beach brand are still at the top of their game with designs that are made to flatter. For the most comfortable, sexy and practical pieces head here. heidiklein.com

10 Things We

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With jasmine, lily, sandalwood and tuberose, this scented candle contains both floral and wooden notes. Perfect for the bedroom. £115; selfridges.com

IN THE BAG

Looking for a simple bag? It doesn’t get much better than this one by 3.1 Phillip Lim. Understated but seriously creative, the deconstructed paperclip clasp makes all the difference. £768; farfetch.com

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HORSING AROUND

Get into the racing season spirit with this 18-karat gold necklace that nods to Gucci’s equestrian roots with an adorably minature horse-bit pendant. £2,790; net-a-porter.com

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Coachella marks the start of the festival season. Taking inspiration from the cool girls that head to the American desert each year, Mango’s SS16 collection is worth taking a look at. mango.com

RUM PUNCH

Dreaming of Barbados but stuck in London? Get yourself a bottle of this rum. Distilled and aged in the Caribbean, its packed with tropical fruity flavours. £37.99; theduppyshare.com

THROWING SHADE

Detailed with Karen Walker’s signature arrow motif, these glasses capture the brand’s sense of strength and power. £195; net-a-porter.com

SPARKLER

Designed in partnership with the English National Ballet, this watch is set with 737 Ideal Cut diamonds. Made for those who love life in the spotlight. backesandstrauss.com

SWEET TREAT

Timeless but complex, V Jewellery’s Spring Summer collection reimagines traditionally Art Deco pieces with an injection of candy colour. The result?

Sweet jewels that look good enough to eat. vjewellery.co.uk

HAPPY FEET

The summer wedding invites are flooding in. Whether you’re walking down the aisle or not, these pompomembellished sandals by Aquazzura are perfect for that special day. netaporter.com

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SPRING SHOW T h ro u gh o u t May Aub e rgi ne Ar t a nd P i c tu re Framers ubergine Art’s spring exhibition will A feature an exciting array of work by Bea Forshall, Louise Braithwaite, Bridget Davies, Diane Urwin and glass by Teresa Chlapowski. We’re particularly looking forward to seeing Anita Klein’s print and paint work (above) which is refreshingly bold and complex. u 1 Queens Road, SW19; aubergineart.co.uk

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Fro m 6 May K r i s ti n H j ell e g j e rde orwegian artist Martine Poppe has N created a unique series of works using oil of polyester restoration fabric.

Displayed in galleries worldwide, she keeps to her signature style with dark imagery, heavy brushstokes and a distorting whitewash effect. u 533 Old York Road, SW18;

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From 1 9 May S omerset House

Insanely popular in 2015, London’s first and only international photography show is back for a second year. As the single largest takeover of Somerset House, four floors of exhibition space will display some of the contemporary world’s most influential photographs. Guided tours, a new addition for this year, will give visitors a unique insight into the work, with enlightening comments from specialists in the field.

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FOOTLOOSE

2 - 7 May Ne w Wi m b l e do n T he a tre et footloose and kick off your Sunday G shoes for this electrifying stage version of the 80s classic. For those who don’t know the way the story goes; rebellious city boy Ren gets a huge shock when he moves to the small Southern town of Bomont and discovers dancing is banned. He works to shake things up. u 93 The Broadway, SW19; atgtickets.com

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A SECRET LIFE 1 0 - 1 5 May T he a tre 5 0 3 ver wanted to know what E someone else is thinking?

Now, thanks to those behind this experimental piece of promenade theatre you can get an insight into what this might be like.

Each audience member will download an app prior to the start of the performance so that you can listen to the inner thoughts of the characters as the plot moves along.

An evening like none you will have ever experienced, this is an exciting way to watch theatre. ◆ 503 Battersea Park Road, SW11;

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IN AND OUT

Simeon Stafford, Fun day at the port

12 - 28 May O live r Co ntem pora r y imeon Stafford was S encouraged to study art by the incredible L.S.Lowry.

While his early work reflects the gritty northern landscape, his later work Ω painted while living in Cornwall Ω is lighter and more colourful. Keeping to the same simplistic style as Lowry, Stafford captures the happy-go-lucky essence of the Cornish coast and the vibrant people who live there with a lively application of paint and an unmistakable sense of humour. ◆ 17 Bellevue Road, SW17;

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This is Preston. This is the North.

This is the tale of a man born and bred in mid-Lancashire. It’s a story about life that will make you stop to think about where you are in the world and why. Written and performed by award-winning theatre maker Andy Smith this play and performance packs a serious punch.

Lavender Hill, SW11; bac.org.uk

SHOW OF THE MONTH

MASSIMO VITALI © Courtesy of the artist and Ronchini Gallery

Fro m 2 0 May R o n c h i n i G alle r y

orn in 1944, Italian artist and photographer Massimo Vitali studied his profession at the London College of Printing. Capturing the world at the start of the 80s, when there was a growing mistrust in photography’s ability to capture the subtleties of reality, he began a

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series of Italian beach panoramas.

Exploring the inner conditions and disturbances of normality, he drew his focus back to his home country following drastic political changes. Beautiful and fascinating.  22 Dering Street, W1S; ronchinigallery.com

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SPECIAL AGENT

As The X-Files returns for a new series, Gillian Anderson is more than happy to be chasing aliens again Wo r d s K a r e n A n n e O v e r t o n

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hen the Anderson reprising her role announcement as Agent Scully in The X-Files came that The X-Files was returning to our screens, the internet exploded with joy. Yet amid the fanatical reception from loyal followers of the travails of Agents Mulder and Scully, it can be easy to forget that for the actors who played those iconic characters, there’s something special about returning too.

“I had the lingering sense that I had never really said goodbye to the character or to the story,” says Gillian star was difficult to shake, so much so Anderson, who played iconic FBI agent that when she was first asked to return Dana Scully on the small screen from to the role she said no, having “worked 1993 to 2002 as well as in the two movie really hard putting Dana Scully to sleep”. offshoots. With her partner, dedicated However, eventually she relented. “Well, but paranoid Agent Fox Mulder (David at first I thought to myself, ‘there’s no Duchovny), Scully investigated all way in hell I want to do this again’, but manner of paranormal activity and the everyone kept telling me it would be fun duo quickly became cult icons, while both and after a while I just said, ‘Oh, what Anderson and Duchovny went on to enjoy the heck! Let’s do it!” Also, the chance to huge career success. reunite with Duchovny was hard to pass For Anderson, the role that changed up. “After shooting the last film, we still her life and launched her as a global thought we would get to do a third,” she

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says. “But then it never happened.

So I thought it would be great to be able to work with David again and get some closure to what had been a major part of our lives.”

Re-launched as a six-part ‘event’ series running in the UK on Channel 5, the show has been well-received by fans and critics alike for capturing the mystery and nostalgia of the original while updating its approach for the digital generation. What has also been noted is how fantastic both title stars look and how the screen still fizzles with their easy chemistry. Anderson in particular has barely aged and still radiates luminous beauty, with the trademark porcelain skin and reddish-gold hair that made her a poster girl for sci-fi fans the world over.

Off-screen, one of Anderson’s more startling traits is her rather proper British accent. So accustomed are we to seeing her on TV speaking with an American drawl that it is easy to forget she has spent a lot of her time in the UK. Born in Chicago, she grew up in Crouch End until the age of 11 when her parents

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moved back to America. Then, aged 24 and living in New York, she landed her breakout X-Files role.

Anderson considers herself both British and American but for the last few years she has been based firmly in London where she lives centrally with her sons Oscar, nine, and Felix, seven.

Her love of the capital is well known and she has said in the past that when she arrives back in town she likes to gaze out of taxi windows to “soak in the city I feel so grateful to live in”.

In the intervening years since we last saw her as Scully, the 47-year-old

SHE LIKES TO GAZE OUT of taxi windows to “SOAK IN THE CITY I FEEL so grateful TO LIVE IN”

has been carving out a new identity in a variety of TV series including BBC2 dramas The Fall and Hannibal. Since turning 40, Anderson has experienced a resurgence. In particular she has been hailed for her role in The Fall, where DSI Stella Gibson is an icy but gifted detective who strides down the corridors of Belfast’s central police station. Brought in from the Met to solve a series of murders, she terrifies male colleagues with her confident sexuality and incisive brain. The show is shot in Belfast and a third series is expected this year. Anderson is known for playing strong, outspoken females, and her role in The Fall is no exception.

“Stella is one of the most difficult but creatively satisfying characters I’ve ever played,” she says. “It’s been an honour to be in her company, even though it’s a complicated process for me to play her.

It’s also easier to work when you don’t have to be on a plane all the time and you feel you’re not disrupting your life with your children as much.”

In 2014, Anderson took a job even closer to home when she played Blanche DuBois in A Streetcar Named Desire by Tennessee Williams at the Young Vic, for which she won the Evening Standard

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ARTS & CULTURE / PROFILE Anderson is used to playing strong women

Reunited with David Duchovny's Agent Mulder

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Theatre Award for Best Actress and a Laurence Olivier Award nomination. In June this year she will reprise the role at St Anne’s Warehouse, a theatre in New York, an undertaking the busy actress is both excited and exhausted by. “It’s going to be very demanding and draining but it’s such a great and important role,” she says. “I’m often drawn to playing complex and troubled women, and those are the characters that give you so much insight into human nature. Human beings are complicated creatures, aren’t we?”

Indeed, Anderson herself is a complicated and mysterious personality.

She is understandably guarded about her private life, having been married twice and having once revealed that she’d had relationships with women in the past.

Also, during the original X-Files run there were rumours of both a love affair and a fallout between Anderson and Duchovny (though it’s difficult to know how much of that was imagined by fans desperate to see the great on-screen romance reflected in real life). Whatever their differences,

Anderson says she and Duchovny are “a lot closer” than before. “We’re both a little older and have a little more perspective that probably comes from being parents and going through different struggles in our lives,” she says. “Now we see that it’s easier to support each other and enjoy our friendship and the time we’ve been able to spend together.”

For the record, Anderson is now very much single and enjoying her life in London. “I’m so lucky to have such great work,” she told The Telegraph last year. “I’ve got a fantastic life, I have a wonderful relationship with my kids and there’s nothing lacking.”

The prospect of a new relationship, however, remains possible, with Anderson stating that although she

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thinks “it is better not to manipulate the situation” she is sure that she wants her next relationship “to be the one” – regardless of who that person is.

“To me a relationship is about loving another human being,” she remarks philosophically, before going on to say that gender is, in her eyes, “irrelevant” when it comes to romantic relationships.

With her triumphant return to the small screen in full swing, there’s every possibility that Anderson will be too busy, “either filming or on planes or putting my sons to bed,” to find her potential soulmate. In the meantime, though, she remains content to discover everything London has to offer.  l The X-Files airs on Channel 5

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Wang Dong Ling, London Craft Week 2016

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ondon Design Week, Fashion Week and events like Frieze Art Fair have long been part of the capital’s cultural landscape. It seems somewhat surprising therefore, that a five day festival celebrating makers and craftsmen should only be celebrating its second anniversary this year.

Ranging from perfumers revealing how a world-class fragrance is developed to jewelers cutting and polishing diamonds, London Craft Week is an opportunity for anyone who has ever wondered what goes into producing a luxury product to get a glimpse behind the scenes. The show is not restricted to one area of London; venues as varied as Selfridges, Chelsea Physic Garden, Clerkenwell and the Royal Academy will all be involved as well as several throughout the City.

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ARTS & CULTURE / LONDON CRAFT WEEK can be used to enhance contemporary living, architecture and fashion.

Anyone who has ever wondered what is involved in producing the fantastical costumes from hit TV series such as Game of Thrones or films like King Arthur will get the opportunity to hear from the costume designers and jewellery makers who bring these mythical worlds to life. The unique tour of Angels (legendary London costumers) in Garrick Road will begin in the tailoring department where bespoke pieces are created for film, TV and theatre productions. Next up is the alterations section, where costumes are restored and altered to fit the specific requirements of the costume designer. The tour will then move to the cavernous Costume Warehouse, containing over eight miles of costume hanging rails with approximately one million individual items.

Kensington homewares haven Native & Co will curate an exhibition and workshop exploring the craft and techniques

Julian Star, 3 Monumental Jars, Photo Jan Baldwin, London Craft Week 2016

THE PERFECT OPPORUNITY TO MEET THE MAKERS BEHIND LUXURY BRANDS behind Taiwanese rush weaving, following its history and rebirth through contemporary design. This 300 year old craft was first used by the Pingpu tribe to weave everyday objects and reached its peak under Imperial Japan, becoming one of Taiwan’s main exports. It cannot be reproduced by machine and takes immense skill and patience – visitors to Native & Co during Craft Week will have the rare opportunity to see pieces handmade by master weaver Xue-Yun. In the City, award-winning engravers at Rebus in Hatton Garden (London’s famous jewellery quarter) will demonstrate how to produce the intricate signet rings and famous trophies they have become known for.

This is only a taste of what London Craft Week has to offer so, in the words of How To Spend It’s Charlotte Abrahams, ‘Whether your intention is to consume or simply converse, if you appreciate beauty and the value of craftsmanship, then London Craft Week is one of the month’s must-visit events.’ 

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Some of the highlights from the 70 events and the 350 makers taking part in year’s show include Silver Speaks: ‘Idea to Object’ at the V&A, in which acclaimed design critic, journalist and curator, Corinne Julius will give a talk before Rauni Higson demonstrates how a flat sheet of silver becomes a finished piece.

The exhibition itself, which celebrates British silversmithing in its entirety, will explore the diverse applications of the precious metal, from the experimental to the traditional, the sculptural to the functional. It will also showcase the remarkable uses of silver and how works

Vacheron Constantin, London Craft Week 2016

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CUT & PASTE Juergen Teller and Céline's creative director Phoebe Philo referenced a cut and paste scrapbook to showcase its SS16 collection. The campaign features voluminous shapes – and, as ever, handbags that are set to become cult classics.

Céline, 103 Mount Street, W1; 020 7491 8200 celine.com

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Royal Ascot outfits, flamingo pumps and metallic bags top our shopping list 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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The gym was transformed into an elegant catwalk enabling the local businesses to show off their wares to an excited audience who all were delighted to support Royal Trinity Hospice – a local charity close to everyone’s hearts.

At the end of the night, after the wonderful models had strutted their stuff and everyone had drunk their fill of bubbles, a brilliant grand total of £1100 was raised for the hospice. 

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Racing Ahead Royal Ascot S tyle G uide

Race season is coming - and the annual sartorial question of what to wear to uphold the strict dress code returns. Royal Ascot has produced a Style Guide designed to give fresh ideas of appropriate, but fashion forward outfits for the iconic British summer-time event.

Download the style guide at ascot.co.uk

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Jimmy Choo

To mark its 20th anniversary, Jimmy Choo has launched Memento, a collection of high-octane heels and clutch bags that celebrates its red carpet legacy of dressing the A-list.

Cloud clutch bag, £2,495 and Romy 100 suede court shoe, £995 jimmychoo.com

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London girl-about-town and style muse Alice Naylor-Leyland has created a gorgeous 10 piece capsule collection of flat pumps for French Sole. Top of our wishlist are these chic navy velvet flamingo ‘Hefner’ pumps. £185; frenchsole.com

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The Puzzle bag from Spanish fashion house Loewe is the bag to be seen with this season. The origamiinspired panels mean it can be folded completely flat and can also be carried as a oversize clutch.

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01. THOM BROWNE Cotton blouse £400; mytheresa.com 02. ANYA HINDMARCH Leather maxi Edbury bag £1395; brownsfashion.com 03. THE ELDER STATESMAN Denim flared jeans £350; net-a-porter.com 04. ISABEL MARANT ÉTOILE Cotton military Milford jacket £390; avenue32.com 05. JONATHAN SAUNDERS Nappa leather Bordeaux belt £320; avenue32.com 06. JJS LEE Voile pleated skirt £685; avenue32.com 07. AQUAZZURA Belgravia espadrilles £294; farfetch.com

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HEROES Shift gear into the new season with SS16’s power pieces P h o t o g r a p h y Pa u S t y l i s t R o m i l ly M a s o n

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The DRESS ROKSANDA Stripe dress, ÂŁ1,495 Available at avenue32.com

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The TOP PHILOSOPHY DI LORENZO SERAFINI Blush Broderie Anglaise Shoulder Frill Blouse, £370

LEVAINKASH Acis Earring, £245 Available at avenue32.com

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The TROUSERS ROSETTA GETTY Cream Silk-Blend Paisley Culottes, £550

ROSETTA GETTY Cream Silk-Blend Paisley Tunic, £790

3.1 PHILLIP LIM Off-White Leather Fringed Bianca Bag, £615

LEVAINKASH Mata Ring, £205 Available at avenue32.com

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The KNIT T BY ALEXANDER WANG Sky Cotton Frayed-Edge Skirt, £345

JÉRÔME DREYFUSS Orange Suede Popeye Shoulder Bag, £395 Available at avenue32.com

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ABSOLUTELY / PROMOTION HAVING your outfit MADE IS A PERFECT option for FORMAL OCCASIONS

FASHION FORWARD Dressing for occasions with Katja Nuutinen Couture

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ith summer approaching and the wedding season in full swing, Katja Nuutinen Couture is sharing her expert advice on occasion dressing.

She has been designing couture creations for grand occasions for over ten years and knows what to focus on to make your outfit a success.

“It is important that you respect the dress code. If you are the mother of the bride or groom, allow the bride to take the centre stage. Your outfit can complement

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the colour scheme, but does not need to match. It’s good to remember that photos last forever and you don’t want your style to overwhelm everyone else in the pictures.” Katja believes that it is considerate to respect the pecking order in choosing your outfit; first the bride, second the bridesmaids, third the mother of the bride and fourth the mother of the groom.” She says, “Having your outfit made is a perfect option if you want to avoid turning up in the same dress as one of the guests. You can feel comfortable and relaxed in clothes perfectly tailored for you on this important occasion.”

“During social events such as Royal Ascot it’s easy: cover up from shoulders to knees and wear a hat or headpiece of adequate size. This year, Ascot has allowed a new addition; a trouser suit is now a welcome option. Such dress codes are applicable on any formal occasion as well,” Katja clarifies.

Katja’s clients can now get a perfectly co-ordinated outfit from the studio in Wimbledon.

In addition to bespoke couture designs, Katja has just launched a brand new hat collection.

The range is a combination of popping colours and fun styles, as well as more chic options that are easy to wear with variety of outfits, including cocktail hats, occasion hats ideal for the mother of the bride and statement pieces perfect for Ascot. To top your outfit you can pick a leather, suede or silk clutch bag. Just like the couture designs all the hats and bags are made in-house and bespoke styles and colours can be made to complement your outfit.

“The only place I will ever have to send my clients is the shoe shop as I can’t make shoes quite yet – although we have been known to tweak a pair or two to complement client’s outfits!” she adds, smiling.

Katja takes pride in making each client feel at ease and in boosting their confidence. “I like to make people ignore beauty stereotypes and feel confident in themselves and just right as they are. A bespoke design is a great tool in achieving that as we can bring the best out in everyone for their moment to shine.”  ● Katja Nuutinen Couture

7 Leopold Road, Wimbledon, SW19 7BB 020 8944 8848; kncouture.com

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FASHION / TREND EMILY LONDON

Flower 'Lacock' halo headband, £335; harveynichols.com

TABITHA SIMMONS

'Hermonine Meadow' pumps, £485; brownsfashion.com

ANNA-KARIN KARLSSON

ERDEM SS16

'Rose Rouge' sunglasses, £425; annakarinkarlsson.com

ZIMMERMANN

'Havoc' pearl top, £900; zimmermannwear.com

DOLCE & GABBANA Silk midi dress, £1,600; mytheresa.com

MONIQUE LHUILLIER

Silk printed maxi skirt, £4,340; farfetch.com

EMILIA WICKSTEAD

'Spencer' high-waisted trousers, £620; brownsfashion.com

FLOWER POWER ROCKINS

Botanical blooms herald the start of the summer season

'Flora' silk crepe de chine scarf, £165; net-a-porter.com

BRIAN ATWOOD

'Oriana' appliqué sandals, £800; farfetch.com

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'Liberty Love Chloe' bikini, £198; beachflamingo.com

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Cotton corsage, £49; farfetch.com

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN

Embellished fabric clutch bag, £2,395; mytheresa.com

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SHINE ON NARS Cosmetics introduces the limited edition Hot Sand Collection inspired by their cult favourite Illuminator. Add a peachy sheen with the blusher/bronzer duo, make your cheekbones pop with the Illuminating Multiple and finish it off with a slick of champagne-tinted lip gloss. narscosmetics.co.uk

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ALL ABOUT THE GIRL A chic hangout for all your beauty needs Wo r d s e ly s i a ag n e w

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inding a salon that ticks all the boxes on the beauty agenda isn’t easy. We spend so much of our time rushing around for back-to-back appointments, particularly for pre-summer holiday treatments. We have found the solution; nestled between the commons of Clapham and Wandsworth is All About The Girl – a go-to destination for all your beauty needs.

With a full range of health and beauty treatments under one roof, this girly hangout fits the bill for the busy London lifestyle.

Fresh white interiors feature bursts of pink and an offering of sweet treats, creating a gloriously girly pampering setting. Whether you're looking for a facial, a new hairdo, indulging in a manicure, or you're in need of something more no-nonsense, this salon has it covered.

The brains behind the beauty bar is author and TV presenter Tana Ramsay, who saw a gap in the market for a salon offering a bit of everything: ‘What a girl wants and what a girl needs.’ With makeup artists, nail technicians, beauty therapists and a hair stylist on site, you can spend a full day being pampered here.

With summer just around the corner, I'm in need of a brighter, blonder look. Out are the lowlights and in are the golden highlights. Foils in place, my stylist tells me all I need to know about keeping my highlighted hair looking and feeling healthy. An Opalex treatment is applied, enhancing the colour and hydrating my dyed hair. With a new colour, a blunt trim and a fringe re-shape, I leave a healthier, blonder and summer-ready me. u ●ALL ABOUT THE GIRL 141 Northcote Road, SW11 020 7135 3577; allaboutthegirl.info

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Sun Worship Estée Lauder

Nothing pops against a white dress like a tan. However, brides who can’t escape to the Bahamas before the big day need not panic: Estée Lauder’s cult Bronze Goddess collection can help you fake it. Brush on a dusting of the Bronzing Powder, a few dabs of Pure Colour Illuminator to highlight your cheekbones and finish it off with a slick of Bronze Goddess Shimmering Body Oil and you will dazzle down that aisle. esteelauder.co.uk

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BED OF ROSES Fresh

of the best

The night before the big day is crucial, so prior to donning your eyemask we recommend applying a healthy dollop of Fresh’s new Rose Deep Hydration Face Cream to leave your complexion dewy and primed for your makeup session the next morning. £34; fresh.com

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NAILED IT Soigné

Sometimes it’s the little details that really bring a bridal look together: a flower in the hair, the embroidery on a veil or a even pretty nail colour. These new dusky pastel shades from Soigné are a lovely alternative to the classic pale pink or naked nail, adding a hint of colour to your white ensemble. £11; soignenails.com

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Every bride has a glow on their wedding day – but there’s no harm in giving your skin a helping hand. Incorporate La Prairie’s new Cellular Swiss Ice Crystal Serum and Transforming Cream with SPF 30 into your daily beauty regimen to even out skin tone and banish dullness for optimum radiance. £218 & £134; laprairie.co.uk

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MAKE THE CUT Blue Tit

Having made their name as one of London’s indie hairdressing powerhouses, Blue Tit have added another string to their bow with their newly opened salon on Brixton’s Coldharbour Lane. Book an appointment now to freshen up your look and add edge for the summer.

342 Coldharbour Lane, SW9 bluetitlondon.com

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1. BRAUN FACIAL EPILATOR AND CLEANSING BRUSH, £69.99; boots.co.uk 2. PHILIPS VISAPURE ESSENTIAL FACIAL CLEANSING DEVICE, £150; philips.co.uk 3. MAGNITONE LONDON VIBRA-SONIC DAILY CLEANSING BRUSH, £70; magnitone.co.uk 4. CLARISONIC ARIA WHITE, £155; clarisonic.co.uk 5. CLINIQUE SONIC SYSTEM PURIFYING CLEANSING BRUSH, £79; clinique.co.uk 6. NO!NO! ULTRA, £229; mynono.co.uk 7. FOREO LUNA 2, £149; foreo.com 8. BABYLISS TRUE GLOW SONIC SKINCARE CLEANSING SYSTEM, £80; boots.co.uk

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HEALTH & BEAUTY / PRODUCTS ZOEVA Rose Golden Luxury Set,

£65; beautybay.com

SISLEY PARIS

Eau efficace gentle make-up remover, £73; sisley-paris.com

GHD

Serene Pearle Platinum Styler, £165; ghdhair.com

ILLAMASQUA

False lashes in Captivate, £12.50; illamasqua.com

YU LING JADE Facial roller, £28; cultbeauty.co.uk

ASPINAL OF LONDON

Ladies Mini Manicure Set, £75; aspinaloflondon.com

TEMPTU

Makeup airbrush device, £160; net-a-porter.com

SHU UEMURA

NARS FOR MICHAEL COSTELLO SS16

Eyelash curler, £20; shuuemura.co.uk

TUMI

Alpha 2 Split Travel Kit, £95; uk.tumi.com

PHILIP KINGSLEY

Vented paddle brush, £24; philipkingsley.co.uk

Rodarte AW16; rodarte.net

NARS

Pore Refining Primer, £26; narscosmetics.co.uk

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Silver plate round mirror, £35; linksoflondon.com

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of people are not? Believe it or not, the crux of the matter lies not with “what they are doing” but rather with the “shift in mindset behind their doing”.

It is this change in thought process that determines long term success in any endeavour and is ultimately the holy grail of long term weight loss. As Einstein put it, “Problems can not be solved by the same level of thinking that created them”. So, how does one initiate this change? And how is this mindset ingrained to the point it becomes a way of life?

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AC C O U N TA B I L I T Y eing accountable to yourself is great. It is ultimately where to B you want to be in the long term.

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Whatever. If you are serious about your transformation you should have no problem shouting it out to the world.

AC C E P TA N C E ccept the fact that weight loss is not 100% linear. You are going to A fail along the way. This is a fact of life. The sooner you grasp that concept, the easier the journey will be and the less likely you will fall off the bus completely.

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THE KITCHEN SHELF The Kitchen Shelf by Eve O’Sullivan and Rosie Reynolds is based on the idea of the fashion capsule wardrobe. It shows that with a perfectly stocked pantry of basic items, everyone can create delicious, effortless food every day. Just like adding a colourful scarf to a simple white shirt.

The Kitchen Shelf is published this month by Phaidon, £16.99

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What to drink

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CONFIDENTIAL South West London’s food news and delicious things to see you through May W o r d s C AT H E R I N E H A L E S

A GREAT MATCH Wine & food pairings for May B y J a n e Pa r k i n s o n

POTTED CRAB

he delicate flavour of crab loves zesty fizz and where better to look nowadays than our excellent homegrown wines? This Hambledon sparkler is from Hampshire and it’s one of England’s most impressive at the moment. Crunchy apple flavours, lively bubbles and lightly nutty to match the toast with the crab. u

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● Hambledon Classic Cuvée Brut NV £29.95, bbr.com

MOUSSAKA

oussaka isn’t just about lamb, of course, but aubergines, tomatoes, creamy sauce and cheese too. A local Greek red would work well naturally but for something more familiar, this Syrah from France’s Rhône Valley has enough juicy red fruit flavour and freshness to match the richness of lamb and cut through the cheesy creaminess. u

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● Syrah de l’Ardèche 2013 £7.50, marksandspencer.com

RHUBARB & ALMOND TART

he sharpness of rhubarb loves an unctuous sticky wine and Canada is a master at this, more specifically at making ice wine, where the water of the grapes (Vidal is the grape of choice here) freezes inside the berry on the vine leaving the grape’s contents proportionally high in sugar. Sweet and glossy with luscious mango and mandarin flavours, it a heavenly match here.

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Island Style The Rum Kitchen

Caribbean eatery the The Rum Kitchen is coming to Brixton this May. With two outposts already in Notting Hill and Carnaby Street, they will offer up traditional beach shack food and cocktails with a twist in laid back, island-style surroundings.

Ours is a jerk chicken and a Dark ‘n’ Stormy.

435 - 437 Coldharbour Lane, Brixton, SW9; therumkitchen.com

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CHOCOLATE BOX Maison Pierre Marcolini

Part Rubik’s Cube, part confection, this charming collaboration between master chocolatier Pierre Marcolini and fashion house Peter Pilotto is the perfect blend of design and deliciousness. A great gift for the chocolate-lover in your life if you can bear to part with it. £39.90; marcolini.com

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cocktail

GREEN GROCER

PIZZA PARTY

Created by Barrio Brixton, SW2

Joe Public

Highly original dining concept Joe Public sees a repurposed public loo in Clapham transformed into a mecca for pizza lovers.

The stylish exposed beams and white tile decor match the innovative menu which includes a scrumptious sounding olive tapenade base, artichoke, mushroom and ham hock pizza. 4 The Pavement, SW4; joepublicpizza.com

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50 ml Beefeater Gin 25 ml lime juice 25 ml sugar syrup 10 ml kiwi puree 2 spoons cucumber & sesame mix Top with soda ◆

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Churn all the ingredients together with crushed ice and garnish with a cucumber mix. Serve in a Bamboo Cooler. welovebarrio.com

TAKE THE CAKE Wimbledon Village Bake Off

WINE

Calling any and all aspiring bakers in the Wimbledon area, this is the contest for you. On Sunday 1 May the Wimbledon Village Bake Off will be held at Konig Kitchens, so whether you want to win or just fancy eating a lot of cake this is an event not to be missed.

19 High Street Wimbledon, SW19; wimbledon-village.com

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rriving anywhere with a bottle of Nyetimber, you're guaranteed a reaction.

Though the UK's finest sparkling wine producer is very well-established and launched its first Blanc de Blancs in 1992, it still feels like a novelty to be drinking English champagne. And for it to be this good. The new Blanc de Blancs 2009 with its floral, limey bubbles and complex flavours is one of the vineyard's finest yet. ◆ A

SCANDI FARE Blåbär

Inspired by the hybrid cafés of Scandinavia, newly opened Blåbär brings homeware, accessories, vintage furniture and knick-knacks together in a café environment in the heart of Putney. Expect great coffee, open sandwiches and ‘fika’.

3A Lacy Road, SW15; blabar.london hackandveldt.com

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TA RT

The best tart in town…

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s it even the weekend if you don’t brunch? Be it a boozy one or a quick breakfast-stop, itˇs become a Sunday essential.

A welcome addition to Clapham Common is Tart, the perfect place to embrace the mid-morning meal comprising classic brunch dishes with a twist. Specialising in ‘terribly tasty tarts’, this artisan bakery has formed the tart into a more interesting and all-round tasty dish. There’s a flow of customers entering as we are seated and served coffees. I order the halloumi tart, a delicate puff-pastry sitting on a bed of avocado, chorizo and an oozing poached egg, dressed with chilli and mint. There’s a burst of flavours with every bite. The dish is put together like a work of art; chorizo and avocado adding colour to the basic breakfast components, topped with a pastry lid.

The tarts are baked onsite every day and are available to take out for brunch on-the-go. Chief Tart, Adam Harrison tells us about the lovely summer hamper service: for £30, Tart-goers can bag a hearty pamper to-go, complete with tarts, salads, drinks and sweet treats. Tart also have an off-licence, so can throw in a bottle of prosecco, wine or craft beer with the savouries. For those with a sweet tooth, the team serve up an incredible selection of cakes and pastries too.

We’ve found our favourite weekend local for something a little more than a fry up – a tarted up brunch. 

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London House

Carefully crafted with local people and produce in mind Wo r d s r u b y f o r b e s

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ondon House forms part of The Gordon Ramsay Group, and in keeping with the brand, it’s sleek style is accompanied by simple design and crisp white walls, making it a welcome and incredibly elegant addition to Battersea Square. With so many burger bars and Italian eateries in the city, we often fall short of a local, traditional bistro. Cue London House. The building stands proudly in the centre of Battersea Square, smart, bold, and with leafy decorations. On entering, three things strike me: firstly, the lounge area has a very rustic vibe with its sprawling artwork and mismatched sofas. This is direct contrast to my second impression: the dining area. Simple, stylish and professional.

And between the two sits the third: the bar area where I enjoy a pre-dinner cocktail.

Very Gatsby, with bold brass beams and a neat spirit shelf. I go for the clementine daiquiri. It’s fresh and punchy, with hints of Barcadi Gold slipping through the grapefruit

juice and fresh clementines. We are seated and our waiter arrives with a wine list, recommending a Chardonnay – a wine which, with my preference for dry whites, I tend to steer clear of. It's cool, crisp, and I am completely converted. To start, I order the mussels, which are everything they should be and more; chunky, fresh and swimming in a pool of garlic butter.

For the main, I choose from the grill; a 10oz ribeye steak, garnished with salad and beef fat chips. In my experience, a well-cooked steak can tell you a lot about a place, and Gordon Ramsay’s Battersea bistro ticks all the boxes. Much like the interiors, the food is fresh and precise as is the service.

The presentation and quality complete the perfect balance of fine dining. This stylish spot may feel more Mayfair than Battersea, but it’s certainly won a spot in South West London’s gastronomic landscape.  LONDON HOUSE 9 Battersea Square, SW11 gordonramsayrestaurants.com/london-house

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THE REBIRTH OF COOL Downtown Los Angeles has experienced a renaissance over the last decade with street art, coffee shops, bars and restaurants taking over the old banks and municipal buildings.

Rowena Marella-Daw reports.

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hile Hollywood basks in all the fame and glamour of its motion picture heritage, Downtown LA is slowly but surely poised to snatch the limelight as it goes through a renaissance. Of the many districts that make up the Downtown area, the Historic Row played a significant role in the early 1900s, when Broadway was a buzzing mecca for entertainment.

Post WWII, new opportunities lured businesses and residents into the suburban sprawl around West Hollywood, leaving this corner of Downtown and surrounding enclaves to succumb to urban decay.

But that’s about to change, as maverick entrepreneurs and a community of local artists and denizens breath new life into its empty streets and spaces. Already, hip Angelenos and visitors are gravitating towards the offbeat Historic and Arts districts, invigorated by a burgeoning cultural scene, revival of architectural gems, luxury property development, and a spate of trendy eateries and retail hotspots. At the heart of this revitalisation initiative is the

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iconic landmark. Across the street, the beautiful Eastern Columbia building went through a much-needed facelift to restore its original Art Deco turquoise terra cotta tiles, four-sided clock tower, and the ‘EASTERN’ neon sign above.

A few blocks away, The Million Dollar Theatre, one of the oldest movie palaces in the country, is another symbol of Downtown LA’s Golden Age. The brainchild of showman and theatre impresario Sid Grauman of the Grauman Chinese Theatre fame, it was built with flamboyant details inspired Arts District Mural by the Spanish Churrigueresque Baroque style of the late 17th century.

Historic Core’s Broadway Theatre District, The theatre opened in 1918, and in the 40s comprising 12 theatres spread across six became a venue for big bands and jazz blocks. Spearheading this movement is the performers, such as newly restored United Artists Theatre, Billie Holiday and Dizzy Gillespie. built in 1927 for the Maverick Film Studio Today, it’s a vibrant venue for film for luminaries Mary Pickford, Douglas screenings and multi-cultural evenings.

Fairbanks, D.W Griffith and Charlie Chaplin.

Period buildings have come and gone, This remarkable theatre spans three floors, including hotels that have either been its walls and ceilings embellished with left derelict or replaced by modern glass intricate Gothic-style carvings inspired by and steel skyscrapers. One exception the 16th century Segovia Cathedral. In its is the luxurious Millennium Biltmore early days, the building served as a place Hotel, formerly the Los Angeles Biltmore of worship, which explains the neon sign Hotel, which opened its doors in 1923.

‘JESUS SAVES’ behind the building. Indeed, Its magnificent décor represents lavish the building was saved, making the sign an Spanish-Italian Renaissance Revival

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Arts District Mural

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and Beaux Arts details that embellish the grand lobby, Galleria and Crystal Ballroom, while Moorish Revival style prevails at the Rendezvous Court, where traditional afternoon tea is served. The hotel played host to numerous VIPs, most notably The Beatles, during their first US tour back in 1964, and also featured in countless films and TV series.

Back in the 70s and 80s, artists who could no longer afford rising rents in Venice Beach and Hollywood moved into an enclave close to the Los Angeles River, where abandoned warehouses, factories and derelict rail

LA CHAPTER, ACE HOTEL

depots provided shelter and studio-cumgallery space. This bold move and the growing underground arts community that followed led to the area being officially designated in the mid-90s as the Arts District. Since then, building façades have served as canvasses for vibrant street art from local artists.

Though still rough around the edges, this former industrial wasteland has not deterred a spate of trendy eateries and assorted enterprises from staking their claim. Its gritty backdrop and randomness are what give the place its eclectic edge.

There are big plans for the Arts District, and deals are being inked to develop commercial projects and hotels, including a Soho House members’ club, Soho Warehouse.

Back at the Historic District, every second Thursday of each month, art enthusiasts descend upon Spring and Main streets, between 2nd and 9th streets to take part in the Downtown Art Walk (downtownartwalk.org), a free event that celebrates local artists and businesses.

Those who wish to explore public art in more detail join the Historic Core Mural Tour, a guided walk around the district’s back-doubles.

The Broad (thebroad.org) on Bunker Hill opened last September to showcase an extensive collection of post-war and contemporary art from philanthropists Eli and Edythe Broad. Its honeycomb-style ‘veil-and-vault’ design complements the

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quirky, avant-garde art installations from some of the world’s renowned artists – Jeff Koons, Roy Lichtenstein, Jean Michel Basquiat, John Ahearn and Takashi Murakami. Admission to The Broad is free, and just across the street are the Walt Disney Concert Hall and the Museum of Contemporary Art. There’s no stopping the growth and progress of Downtown LA, and this is an opportune time to experience a revolution where past and present are converging, cultural diversity flourishes and street art defines the very fabric of this historic metropolis. u

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Eating out in DTLA is great fun, but if you fancy simply chilling out or entertaining indoors, a fully-equipped state-of-the-art kitchen comes really handy – and there’s even a grocery service if you can’t be bothered to walk to Ralph’s supermarket nearby. The L Club’s fitness facilities are exclusive to guests, and so is the lengthy rooftop pool. The friendly team at the lobby provides 24-hour concierge service.

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asque Country is located in the Northernmost part of Spain and, despite its small size, has always been home to a great array of culture, architecture and gastronomy. However, it is not only Basque Country’s rich history and ancient language that has captured the imagination of tourists from Europe and beyond; this year Basque Country’s city Donostia - San Sebastian has been awarded the title European Capital of Culture 2016. And this is only one of many other events and attractions occurring this year...

One of the most famous sights in the Basque Country’s largest city is the striking Guggenheim Bilbao. Designed by world renowned architect Frank Gehry, it boasts an enviable program which this summer will include Andy Warhol’s ‘Shadows’, ‘City Panoramas: The School of Paris 1900 - 1945’ and Louise Bourgeois ’Structures of Existence: The Cells’. But

this is not all there is to the city: the Ría (estuary) of Bilbao is the backbone of the metropolis, running from the Old Quarter to the Bizkaia Bridge. It is the central artery of the city and its sides are flanked by the newest parts of Bilbao and the oldest. A large element of the city’s identity is its constant reinvention, great examples of which are Ribera Market and the zone of Marzana and San Antón bridge with their cutting-edge bars and restaurants.

As beautiful as Bilbao is though, it can’t compete with Donostia - San Sebastian, home to one of the world’s most ravishing bays, La Concha. The incredibly romantic city is also a gastronomic mecca, with more Michelin stars per square metre than anywhere else in the world.

Also known as the Green City, Vitoria Gasteiz is famous for its lush, green spaces and its historic, almond-shaped city centre. Cathedral Santa Maria, the crown jewel of Vitoria Gasteiz, even provided inspiration for author Ken

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Follet’s bestseller World Without End. If you are unable to jet off to Basque Country just yet, the next best thing is arriving in London this May. Sagardi is a Basque restaurant specialising in regional fare, including ‘nibbels’ and pinchos. Basque Country will also be taking part in the ‘Taste of London’ gastronomy event in June due to the great importance of food in Basque culture, so anyone keen to sample the excellent local cuisine and delicious wine from the noted Rioja Alavesa region should head to Regent’s Park from 17-19 June.

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STATELY HOME Add a little opulence to your home with the new collection from British textile brand Olivia Bard. Entitled Burnished Grandeur, it draws on inspiration from old-world French elegance and heritage to produce a roughluxe look that blends a rich patina of age and modernity. From ÂŁ330 per metre; oliviabard.co.uk

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Striped Blue & Irish Green Side Plate; £17, conranshop.co.uk

Modern ideas, designs and styles for your home Wo r d s e l i z a b e t h h u t t o n

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Cactus Cushion Cover; £125, conranshop.co.uk

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Palmeral Cotton Apron; £38, houseofhackney.com

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Tropical Silk Cushion; £136.50, amara.com

Matthew Williamson TILLY HEMINGWAY

Ceramic Vessels; from £24, goodhoodstore.com

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Duresta Fashion designer Matthew Williamson has collaborated with British sofa manufacturer Duresta to launch five bohemian upholstery ranges at Harrods. The 40 exclusive fabrics include new and reimagined prints in a kaleidoscope of vibrant colourways and each piece demonstrates Duresta’s commitment to traditional joinery and hand finishing. duresta.com

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POT LUCK

Trouva Brilliant website Trouva offers beautiful products from the UK’s best independent boutiques, with same day delivery within London on lots of products. We are taken with this cute Dash Pot by ceramicist Jade Pankhurst. trouva.com

PCM DESIGN

Reversed Volumes Collection; POA pcmdesign.es

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Mud Australia Mud Australia’s hand-made porcelain collection launched in Sydney in 1994 and became an instant favourite for its clean lines, beautiful muted colours and smooth stone-like surfaces. The collections arrived in the UK last year and took Instagram by storm. mudaustralia.com

RONAN & ERWAN BOUROULLEC

Vegetal Chair; £355, aram.co.uk

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Massproductions In 2009 two Stockholm designers, sharing a vision of functional, elegant design, launched a furniture company focusing on the interplay between object and context. The result is Massproductions, and the style is minimal and quirky.

Massproductions-online.com

Produzione Privata Wallpaper; £233 store.wallpaper.com

INSIDE OUT

Made We are coveting – optimistically – Made’s Copa outdoor aperitif set in pink. With its graphic lines and bold colours it reminds us that very soon we might be sitting outside, enjoying a cocktail. Maybe. made.com

JOHN LEWIS

Scandi Deckchair Sling; £55, johnlewis.com

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DESIGN Discovering unique furniture from The Workshop by Minale + Mann Wo r d s e v e h e r b e r t

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e are catching up with London architect and designer Sebastian Mann from maverick design agency Minale + Mann, to discuss his latest venture – The Workshop by Minale + Mann.

The Workshop is a London-born Furniture Design Collective, and is the brainchild of architect Sebastian Mann, co-founder and Managing Director of design agency Minale + Mann. Offering both bespoke furniture to fit any residential or commercial space and exclusive one off Collection pieces, all products from The Workshop acknowledge Mann’s background in architecture, and his team’s obsession with specialist fabrication techniques.

Creating an emphasis on shape, texture and finishes makes up the refined industrial signature style.

We are SPECIALIST FURNITURE, product & industrial DESIGNERS who create inspired INTERIOR PRODUCTS

What would you say is the design inspiration for the workshop?

Inspiration comes from a variety of places such as architecture form, structure and the materials we use.

Of all your pieces, which is your favourite and why?

Although it is hard to pick a particular piece, I am particularly proud of the cantilevered Well Hung Table we have as part of our collection pieces. It’s made with American walnut and pre-aged copper, and is supported by a sleeve bracket detail connected to the wall, resting on a single angular leg at one end.

In a nutshell, can you describe the workshop?

We are specialist furniture, product and industrial designers, and carpenters who create inspired interior products, from bespoke furniture to one-off design pieces.

We design in collaboration with Minale + Mann from our central

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What comes first the materials or the design idea?

I am extremely driven by materials and textures and the contrast they can provide against any backdrop. Recently we have been experimenting with patinated metal finishes for our furniture and the varying textures you can get from the use of copper and zinc.

Bureau 2.0

How did the workshop come about?

With over 12 years’ experience crafting tailor-made furniture design products alongside my design agency Minale + Mann, we decided to branch out in 2013 to bring our furniture design expertise to a wider audience.

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London design studio, bringing a truly unique approach to furniture and product design. Being furniture designers, makers, and architects by trade, we pride ourselves on our attention to detail and feel for space.

Do you favour particular materials, fads or fashions when it comes to design for the workshop?

Each concept that passes through the workshop is developed from a single idea, steering away from fashions and trends. We strive to

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What projects are The Workshop working on right now?

It’s an exciting time for the workshop at the moment as we are getting ready to showcase our Well Hung collection at Clerkenwell Design Week in May. We will showcase one-off contemporary designed furniture such as the Well Hung Table and our modern twist to a classic piece of furniture – The Bureau. With Bespoke we are in the process of designing a range of Bespoke products that will offer affordable one-off designs to a wider audience. ◆

● The Workshop

020 3735 6470 @theworkshopbymm theworkshop-mm.com

go against the grain, and focus more on the purity of the design itself.

What inspires you to think of new designs?

London’s backdrop is forever inspiring to me. The hardcore backdrop of the city – from Battersea Power station to more contemporary architecture such as the Lloyds building – never fails to impress and inspire me.

What continues to facilitate your growth for two creative brands?

I think there is just still so much to do!

With the launch of the workshop we are now able to provide and focus our skills and aesthetics for a wider audience.

I want to continue providing this offering far and wide.

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ith the recent news of the Wimbledon Prowler continuing to terrorise local residents, we’ve teamed up with security experts Canary to give readers the chance to protect their home, using one of these sleek and modern smart home security devices. And we have five to give away.

Canary is easy to use and really reliable, it’s simple to set up and the allin-one security system works seamlessly with the free app. If any movement is sensed, Canary will send an HD video notification to your smartphone – you

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CANARY is easy to use, REALLY reliable and SIMPLE TO SET UP can then sound an alarm and even contact the police directly in-app if you have to, ensuring you’re in control of the situation.

Canary is designed to learn movements and behaviour over time, ensuring you aren’t pestered by false alerts from everyday activity. With a sensitivity slider and three modes, armed, disarmed and privacy, activating the device is completely up to you.

The product also comes with HomeHealth™ technology, so you can check the humidity, temperature and air quality, providing a complete picture of your home.

F e at u r e s i n c l u d e :  Compact size and simple setup  Syncs to your phone to auto-arm or disarm  Live HD video with automatic night vision  Monitors temperature, humidity and air quality  A 90 decibel siren and ability to directly contact the police  Available from retailers including amazon.co.uk, John Lewis and Currys or from the Canary store at store-uk.canary.is.

Enjoy peace of mind for just £159.

To win a Canary, all you need to do is email contests@canary.is and tell us when you needed a security camera to safeguard your home. Applicants will be picked at random, with the giveaway closing on the 31st May.

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HOMES & INTERIORS / INSPIRATION •ARITA

Arita x Nobu’ collection, £25–£170 matsuhisa-japan.com/aritanobu

SFERA

Bench, £1430; clerkenwell-london.com

CASE FURNITURE

'Particle' shelving, £1,235; casefurniture.com

NATIVE & CO

Japanese Rice Candles, £16; nativeandco.com

HEALS

Koji chair by Koji Katsuragi, £495; heals.com

ISAMU NOGUCHI

Akari 1AG table lamp, £215; conranshop.co.uk

PIXERS

Japanese Landscape Wall Mural £205; pixersize.com

NATIVE & CO

Porcelain plates, from £12; nativeandco.com

YEARNING JAPANESE Pieces from (or inspired by) the Land of the Rising Sun

FARROW & BALL

Aranami wallpaper, £97 per 10m; farrow-ball.com

MUJI

Pulp Unit, prices vary; muji.eu

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NENDO

Thin Black Table, £1,000; conranshop.co.uk

MOMOSAN

HABITAT

Spoons by Shino Takeda, £16 each; momosanshop.com

Naoko left-arm three seater sofa by Naoko Kanehira, £895; habitat.co.uk

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GIRL POWER Friends Lucy Enfield and Sophie Worthington started girlswear label ilovegorgeous in 2006, aiming to create clothing that was feminine and fashionable while drawing inspiration from vintage looks. The new collections, which cater for ages 0-15, are a riot of summer styles and pretty patterns. ilovegorgeous.co.uk

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BRAND FOCUS

MERRY MERINO Smalls

Merino wool is cool in summer and warm in winter – and it even has builtin sun protection and antibacterial properties for ultimate practicality.

Smalls is a range of stylish merino layers for all seasons and the new collection is both cosy and durable. Roll on the adult collection. lovemysmalls.com

D O NSJE Wo r d s H E L E N B A R O N

SMALL TALK Fashion for sun and rain, plus buttery soft sandals for baby

SUNNY DAYS Sons + Daughters

Spring has sprung and summer can’t be too far off: time to dig out the sun hat and baby shades. Cool examples of the latter can be tough to find – but we love these ones from Sons + Daughters. £62.50; scandimini.co.uk

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aby feet are, of course, baby soft which means that your little one's first walking shoes must be super comfortable. In summer, that can be tough - especially when holiday heat makes trainers and sensible shoes seem a little heavy-going.

Step forward ace Netherlands-based children's footwear brand Donsje, whose sleek, supple sandals are fantastically easy to slip on, secured in place by a simple Velcro patch and come in several shades of smooth leather. Durable enough for a little roughand-tumble but sufficiently soft and lightweight to avoid blisters and chafing, they're ideal summer footwear for wee ones. Get the grass between their toes!  €49.00; donsje.com

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you and your mini-me have matching raincoats to venture out in. These brightly coloured macs from French brand Petit Bateau are iconic – and they’re as practical as they are pretty. Child’s raincoat, £59 and adult’s raincoat, £132; petit-bateau.co.uk

 This exciting new US brand offers an understated, contemporary take on babywear, with versatile pieces in demure, practical shades of charcoal, navy and pink. The cuts are desirably minimalist and the fabrics as soft as can be.

Available at cissywears.com

Petit B ateau  Spring showers are no bad thing if

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HARTFIELD CRESCENT SW19

truly exceptional and spacious four double bedroom semi detached family home situated in the heart of Wimbledon, offering in excess of 1,700 sq ft of beautifully decorated accommodation. Located just moments from the amenities and transport links of Wimbledon town centre, with the added benefit of off street parking to the rear. u

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LILLIESHALL ROAD, SW4 A Victorian home located on this highly desirable street in Clapham Old Town.

4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en suite), double reception, kitchen/dining room, garden, loft.

Freehold Guide Price £2,350,000

CLAPHAM 020 3151 6240 clapham@johndwood.co.uk

PETERGATE, SW11 A charming Victorian cottage with a delightful south west facing garden and a spacious interior, ideal for entertaining. Plans to extend the house further have been approved. Approx. 966 sq ft. Energy Rating D. 3 bedrooms, bathroom, double reception room, kitchen/dining room, 37 ft garden.

Freehold Guide Price £895,000

WANDSWORTH 020 3151 6344 wandsworth@johndwood.co.uk

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ELBOROUGH STREET, SW18 Located on this highly regarded tree lined road within the popular Southfields Grid is this exceptional family house. Great attention has been paid to the refurbishment, providing all of the benefits of modern day living while retaining the Edwardian character and charm. Approx. 1,801 sq ft. Energy Rating D. 5 double bedrooms, bathroom, shower room, double reception room, kitchen/dining/living room, cloakroom, utility room, westerly aspect rear garden.

Freehold Guide Price ÂŁ1,295,000

SEDLEIGH ROAD, SW18 A beautifully presented house, situated in a prime location with excellent access to prominent local schools, District Line Underground station and the amenities of Putney and Wandsworth, offering versatile well proportioned accommodation over three floors. Approx. 1,543 sq ft. Energy Rating E. 4 bedrooms (en suite), family bathroom, sitting room, kitchen/breakfast room, front and rear gardens, roof terrace.

Freehold Guide Price ÂŁ1,100,000

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BATTERSEA PARK ROAD, SW11 Situated close to Battersea Park, is this substantial Victorian house which provides an abundance of both living space. The property is arranged over three floors, with beautifully proportioned rooms throughout, and includes a studio located within the 60’ rear garden. Approx. 1,592 sq ft. Energy Rating: F. 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, double reception room, dining room, studio, garden.

Freehold Guide Price £1,650,000

WHISTLERS AVENUE, SW11 Occupying arguably the most prime position in the Morgan’s Walk development, close to Battersea Bridge, this three bedroom maisonette enjoys breathtaking river views towards Chelsea from both the spacious reception room as well as two of the three bedrooms. Approx. 1,389 sq ft. Energy Rating: C. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en suite), reception room, balcony, garage.

Lease to 2198 Guide Price £1,600,000

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Nelson Road, Wimbledon SW19

Guide Price ÂŁ799,950

A simply stunning two double bedroom period terrace house situated in the popular 'Battles' area of Wimbledon, conveniently positioned 0.2 miles from the Northern line tube and approximately 0.75 miles from the town centre & mainline station. This bright & airy family home enjoys a contemporary design throughout and exceptionally spacious living accommodation. Furthermore the property sits within close proximity to a number of highly regarded primary schools/ nurseries and moments from the open green spaces of Quicks road recreational ground. EPC EER C.

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Camberwell Grove, Camberwell SE5

Asking Price ÂŁ1,800,000

Available to the market for the first time in over 40 years is this marvelous Grade II listed period property. Set within the conservation area this handsome family home is arranged over five floors and provides spacious and flexible accommodation. There are plenty of period details which form part of this impressive house including fireplaces, beautiful large sash windows and original shutters. The landscaped garden is an absolute delight and includes a small pond, whilst you have your own car port which is accessed from a private road at the rear. EPC EER D.

Kennington Sales: 020 7385 2296

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PURCHASE London’s Finest Assets

THORNTON PLACE

 SW4

£1,775,000

stunning three bedroom duplex apartment positioned on the first and second floors of this Grade II listed building with exceptional views over Clapham Common. Thornton Place is a magnificently restored building that was built in 1860. With its high ceilings and lateral living space, the unique and recently refurbished apartment benefits from a private garden, parking, on-site concierge service and uninterrupted views over the 220 acre tree-lined common opposite. u  Knight Frank Clapham, 020 3813 5853; knightfrank.com

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£1,800,000

enefitting from unobstructed views directly onto the wide open spaces of Clapham Common is this magnificent period home which offers bright, well-proportioned accommodation throughout.

The property measures 2,533 sq ft and has enormous further potential to increase the internal area with a large loft and cellar each of which could be extended. The house

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HALCYON CLOSE

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£1,650,000

development of just 14 apartments close to Barnes Common and a few minutes walk from Barnes Station. The apartment benefits from underfloor heating, triple glazing, a BLP 10 year warranty and two south and west facing balconies overlooking the

beautifully presented three bedroom, two bathroom third floor apartment that has been finished to an exceptionally high standard throughout. The property is situated in this conveniently located and incredibly secure private

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meadow. The generous balconies are perfect for entertaining, particularly in the summer months. Halcyon Close further benefits from off street parking. u  Featherstone Leigh Sheen, 020 8876 4567; featherstoneleigh.co.uk

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• Four bedrooms • Residents parking • Period property • 1,989 sqft Tooting Sales: 020 8767 3655 sales.too@marshandparsons.co.uk

Selkirk Road SW17 £835,000

Cavendish Road SW12 £599,950

A beautifully finished four-bedroom new-build house, located within walking distance to Tooting Broadway. Freehold EPC=D

A charming two-bedroom period conversion flat, close to Abbeville Village. EPC=D

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Rectory Grove SW4 £849,950 A beautifully presented three-bedroom Victorian maisonette, located moments from Clapham Common. Share of freehold. EPC=D

• Three bedrooms • Private roof terrace • Period property • 1,024 sqft Clapham Sales: 020 7501 3666 sales.clp@marshandparsons.co.uk

Lavender Sweep SW11 £975 per week

Clairview Road SW16 £360 per week

A stunning five-bedroom family home, located moments from Clapham Junction station and Clapham Common. EPC=D

A split level two-bedroom flat, situated on a secluded road just off Tooting Bec Common. EPC=E

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

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PROPERTY / NEW TO THE MARKET

LUXURIOUS

LETTINGS London’s Finest Assets

BERNARD GARDENS

SW19

£6,950 PCM

truly impressive six bedroom, double fronted semi-detached house. Property features include two reception rooms with original fireplaces and wooden floors, four contemporary bathrooms and a fabulous kitchen/dining room leading to a lovely garden.

Bernard Gardens is a quiet tree-lined street located within easy reach of the shops, restaurants and bars of Wimbledon town centre and Wimbledon Village. The closest station is Wimbledon mainline offering a selection of routes in and out of London. u  Lauristons Wimbledon, 020 8405 5340; lauristons.com

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BATTERSEA CHURCH ROAD

SW11

£3,445 PCM

stylish Victorian three A bedroom, two bathroom house close to Battersea Bridge and the River Thames. The lounge has exposed beams and leads to a kitchen with marble work surfaces. The bedrooms are

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characterised by bespoke and contemporary finishes, the most impressive being the master bedroom with his and hers sink. Wooden floors and intricate metal work feature throughout, and the house boasts a south facing garden. u  Chestertons Battersea Park, 020 3040 8700; chestertons.com

COLEFORD ROAD

SW18

£1,600,000

and boasts both a front and back garden. A warm entrance greets you on the ground floor and leads you through to a reception room and snug. Glass panels separate this from the lower level high-spec kitchen with dinning space and doors to

spectacular Victorian house which has been lovingly remodelled and designed to an exceptional standard, with superb attention to detail. The family home is split over three floors

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the private garden. The first floor provides three bedrooms and a stunning bathroom, with the top floor hosting a further two bedrooms and another luxurious bathroom. u  Portico Battersea, 020 7738 1538; portico.com

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PROPERTY / PROFILE

IN THEIR OWN

WORDS

Robert French PARTNER , OFFICE HEAD Knight Frank

REBECCA NOONAN

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was always taught that the property industry is about people. Buying and selling a home is an exciting and emotional part of life and we, as agents, are the mediators between each side with the aim of assuring that the process runs smoothly and that all parties can complete on the deal with a ‘win’. I have been selling property in London for almost 15 years and have seen a huge transformations in that time.

Price growth is the obvious difference, as one would expect, but the biggest shift has been the sheer amount of data that is now available to the consumer and its effect on how people buy their homes. There are times where a website or a computer programme will dictate whether a house is good value and therefore whether someone will pick up the phone and enquire or not.

Whilst the foundation of any valuation will begin with a mathematical practice of sorts, the most important part of getting the price absolutely correct is then applying some context to

we find ourselves in a place where anyone with an internet connection can see what has sold what that figure means. It is having a frame of reference when considering what that price will mean in the market.

There is an element of subjectivity that a computer programme or a website will never be able to grasp; it’s when experience in the market place truly counts. I remember when Nethouseprices first launched to the internet, every client I had at the time was up in arms about its potential impact. It was felt that a buyer should not know what someone had paid for their home, as armed with such information they could scrutinize the asking price of every house on the market with a renewed gusto.

Fast forward 10 years and

we find ourselves in a place where anyone with an internet connection can see what has sold, what is available and what the pounds per sq ft average is on any given road. A simple process of extrapolating these figures out allows the consumer to arrive at a figure that is surely the most accurate indicator of current value? Unfortunately not, and it is at this point where the theory and the practice do not match, and where the human element is at a premium.

I am not suggesting that this data should be kept hidden from anyone, it is our right to make informed decisions, but the data alone should not be used to identify the perfect house for each of us. We must be mindful of the 'pounds per sq ft' equation, but we must also remember that the properties we deal with are not commercial warehouses, or columns on a spreadsheet.

The old adage of a house being 'worth what someone is willing to pay for it' still rings true and will continue to do so in a market place as diverse and as rich in choice as London. ◆

Clapham • 020 3667 6753 • knightfrank.co.uk

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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, SW20 Charming detached family home, situated in a private cul-de-sac, offering generous accommodation over three floors. The property, with views over the Royal Wimbledon Golf Course, includes six bedrooms, excellent reception/ family space, a large garage and driveway. EPC: E

Guide Price £3,250,000 • Detached Property • Six Bedrooms • Views over Golf Course • Excellent Reception Space • Garage • Driveway

Hamptons Wimbledon Sales. 020 8454 7249

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Ashgrove Redefining excellence

Village values with city connections Discover the benefits of a surrey lifestyle in a new Ashgrove home

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Hurst Drive, Walton on the Hill

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An impressive 5 bedroom detached residence finished to an impeccable specification.

A superb 5 bedroom detached family home with flexible accommodation over three floors.

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Prices £1.25m

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PROPERTY / NEW TO THE MARKET

DREAM D E V E LO P M E N TS

ST AGNES PLACE

SW11

£1,375,000 Starting from

erfect for family city living, these townhouses are set to meet the growing demand in Kennington and across London for larger homes. Featuring Georgian inspired exteriors, the design echoes the period charm of parkside Kennington – an area known for its ‘London stock brick’ terraces, tree lined streets and residential squares.

Internally, the three and four bedroom townhouses at St Agnes feature a modern specification that boasts Laura Ashley Symphony fitted kitchens, oak engineered hardwood flooring, and Methven bathrooms. u  L&Q 0333 0033 660; stagnesplace.co.uk

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BATTERSEA POWER STATION

SW8

£1.1m

Starting from

attersea Power Station is at the heart of one of London’s largest new developments. The project will see the creation of a vibrant, mixed-use development, and a new town centre for London.

BPS will feature a new office district alongside private and

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affordable homes. A new 24/7 community will be formed with shops, restaurants, a community hub, three hotels, an event venue, street food market, medical centres and 18 acres of public space including a six acre public park. u  Battersea Power Station 020 7501 0678; batterseapowerstation.co.uk

CAMBIUM

SW19

£429,950

three, four and five bedroom townhouses, is situated minutes from Southfields station and a short walk to Putney and Wimbledon. All homes offer lateral living spaces and will be centred around an oak tree which is

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new development in A the heart of Southfields, perfect for young professionals and families. The development, which includes 55 one, two and three bedroom apartments and

believed to have been planted

by Capability Brown more than 200 years ago. Each home includes a private terrace or balcony. u  Cambium 020 3817 7000; cambium.london

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The Langley & Tanqueray Penthouses BATTERSEA REACH

T R U LY B R E AT H TA K I N G Located on the top two floors of Trafalgar House, Battersea Reach, these stunning duplex penthouses offer unrivalled views across the London skyline.

Price on Application 020 3627 7963 | batterseareachsales@stgeorgeplc.com

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A DRAMATIC ENTRANCE WOLDINGHAM £3,150,000

“THE STRIKING HOME WAS COMPLETED TO THE HIGHEST SPECIFICATION JUST FIVE YEARS AGO AND BOASTS MAGNIFICENT ACCOMMODATION AND SOME BREATHTAKING FEATURES.” INSIDE THIS HOME Impressive Home set in 0.7 Acres of Grounds (Subject to Measured Survey); Grand Reception Hall; Huge Windows and High Ceilings provide unusually lavish scale throughout; Italian Stone Floors throughout; 5 Double Bedrooms, all with En-Suite Bathrooms; Large Kitchen Dining Room; Drawing Room; Comprehensive Security System; Village Store, Post Office and School within easy walking distance; EPC Rating C.

CORNER OF ENGLAND HOLMWOOD £1,500,000

“WHETHER YOU ARE LOOKING OUT FROM THE HOUSE OR RELAXING IN THE GARDENS, THERE IS A REAL SENSE OF PEACE.” INSIDE THIS HOME Secluded 19th Century Country Home; 7 Double Bedrooms; Spacious Drawing Room; Country Style Kitchen; Set in 8.5 Acres of Parkland Grounds, Meadow and Woodland (Subject to Measured Survey); Beautiful, Rural Location, at the end of a Quiet, Private Lane; Heated Pool, with Enclosed Terrace and Changing Room; Hard Tennis Court; Integral/ Studio Flat with Own Entrance; EPC Rating F.

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THE VISTA COLLECTION Luxury apartments in Stockwell SW9 15th - 19th floor apartments from

£635,000 % 80 LD SO

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Enjoy the 20th floor residents’ sky garden Spacious 791 sq.ft 2 bedroom apartments 6 minutes walk to Stockwell Underground station West facing private balcony with panoramic City views

0344 809 2026 www.ParkHeightsSW9.co.uk Visit us at Park Heights, 25 Robsart Street, Stockwell SW9 OFA Price and details correct at time of going to press. Actual photography of Park Heights.

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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 ROUND UP The inside scoop in your area

HOUSE HUNTING

MOST SATISFYING TRANSACTION

I NEVER THOUGHT I’D SEE

I once showed a property to a potential buyer at 4pm; they made an offer there and then and we had exchanged contracts by 10am the following morning.

MOST INTERESTING PROPERTY

CHARLES STREATFEILD

Senior Sales Manager Marsh and Parsons

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

KNOWSLEY ROAD SW11

£1,125,000 John D Wood & Co. Battersea, 020 7228 0174; johndwood.co.uk

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We’re currently marketing a number of apartments and houses in a converted church on St Johns Hill. It has been finished to an excellent standard and it makes use of its original features such as the stained glass windows, the steeple and the vaulted ceilings. aving been recently extended and refurbished throughout, this is an extremely well presented four bedroom family home offering a wonderful balance of living and entertaining space. The accommodation is well proportioned and both the bath and shower room are very stylish. There is a beautifully finished, open-plan reception, kitchen and dining area, which leads

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IT MAKES USE OF ITS ORIGINAL FEATURES SUCH AS THE STAINED GLASS WINDOWS, THE STEEPLE AND THE VAULTED CEILINGS

An extra tax levy on purchasing a second home. Long-term buyers will factor the tax into their purchase, but short-term, it will add complexity to the buying process.

FINEST PROPERTY SHOWCASE

The Sanctuary, SW11 £2,550,000. A truly stunning four bedroom house finished to exacting standards. u

Marsh and Parsons Battersea, 020 7288 9292;

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out onto a good sized garden. Knowsley Road is perfectly positioned running off Latchmere Road.

Clapham Junction station provides good train connections and bus routes found on Battersea Park Road and Battersea Bridge Road give access to the West End and the City. Local shops and restaurants are nearby, as is the Latchmere Leisure Centre and Cannons Health Club. u

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P U B L I C K N OW L E D G E

NEW BUILD

JOHN D WOOD & CO. • BATTERSEA •

ST GEORGE WHARF SW8

£4,500,000

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superb three bedroom, three bathroom platinum suite apartment with a sky garden on the 41st floor of this iconic development. This apartment has wonderful views of the river towards Westminster and Central London. The tower is one

designed with outstanding luxury in mind of the tallest residential buildings in Europe. More than 200 residential apartments are arranged over 50 floors with resident facilities including spa and swimming pool.

The building has been designed with outstanding luxury in mind. u

PRIME PURCHASE

LEPPOC ROAD SW4

£1,650,000

tremendously bright and spacious Victorian terraced house which has been extensively updated and extended while retaining virtually all of its original features. Set back from the road behind a neat walled front garden, the ground

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floor of this family home boasts an elegant entrance hall with original tessellated tiles and ornate cornicing. Located in one of the quietest roads in Abbeville Village, Leppoc Road is just 0.5 miles from the green open spaces of Clapham Common and 0.3 miles to the selection of boutiques, restaurants and coffee shops located on Abbeville Road. u

jacksonsestateagents.com

CLARENCE MEWS

Battersea Park, 020 3040 8700; chestertons.com

BEST SCHOOL

One of the great advantages of Battersea are the many schools, both private and state. There are also some excellent nursery schools for little people!

WHAT TO DO ON A RAINY DAY

For something a little different and creative there is Theatre 501, the productions are brilliant and often light hearted.

BEST RESTAURANT

The relatively new Park Kitchen is excellent. The roast chickens are delicious, as is the slow cook lamb.

Locally brewed beers are available and there is a vast selection of salads which I am told are extremely good.

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Chestertons

Director

John D Wood & Co

Jacksons Clapham, 020 8875 7995;

ON THE MARKET

SW12 larence Mews is a high quality, completely refurbished gated mews house with a garden and three parking spaces. The property is conveniently located within a five minute walk of Clapham South tube station. The mews house has three double bedrooms (two of which benefit from an en suite bathroom), and a seperate family bathroom.

Open plan ground floor living comprises a large dining area and a utility room/wine cellar. Venetian

Alex Oppenheim

blinds are fitted throughout, as well as professionally installed external Aurora lighting. Clarence Mews also has a fully pressurised Vaillant heating system. This would make a convenient executive home. u

Pedder Dulwich Village, 020 8299 0922; pedderproperty.com

SPORTS & RECREATION

If you don’t have a fear of heights then Go Ape in Battersea park is the place for some adrenaline filled fun.

Alternatively, for those who want to stay on terra firma then Put in the Park is an absolute must! u John D Wood & Co. Battersea, 020 7228 0174; johndwood.co.uk

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MYSORE ROAD, BATTERSEA Well presented and recently refurbished two double bedroom Victorian conversion with private west-facing garden. Offered to the market with Share of freehold and vacant possession. EPC = C.

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£750,000 BATTERSEA 020 7228 2278

EVERSLEIGH ROAD, BATTERSEA This two bedroom Victorian terraced cottage has been remodelled to create a uniquely modern and stylish interior and located within a perfect location on a quiet, tree lined street.

EPC = D.

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Kew Sheen Twickenham Teddington Kingston

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LONGBEACH ROAD, BATTERSEA Well proportioned three double bedroom Victorian conversion on the ground floor of this double fronted Victorian villa with a patio garden and within close proximity to Clapham Junction station. EPC = E.

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ELSPETH ROAD, BATTERSEA Well presented five double bedroom, two bathroom family home with private garden and roof terrace and situated in a popular location with Clapham Junction a short walk away.

EPC = E.

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£3,791 BATTERSEA 020 7228 2378

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PARTY WHY LONDON’S GETTING GREENER

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ondon’s always been verdant but a Boris initiative is laying even more of the capital to grass through the planning process.

And anyone buying a new-build apartment will notice this garden shift, says Nigel Lewis.

The Capital’s long commitment to open spaces and greenery is there to see on Google maps.

Large and small parks, garden squares, allotments and hundreds of thousands of back gardens bear witness to our love of grass, shrubs and trees. And it’s not a legacy that every city has. “If you go to New York then they’ve got Central Park but outside that it’s a concrete jungle,” says Simon Kitchin of garden design firm Randle Siddeley.

“The nice thing about London is that they are always trying to avoid that at every possible opportunity.”

And there’s a reason why. Boris’s most famous legacy may be his bikes, but it’s his planning advice that might outlive him and be appreciated more by Londoners.

In it he recently set out a vision for neighbourhoods that will ‘create places people can live their whole lives’. The practical output is that developers have been increasingly focussed on outdoor spaces.

The idea is that new developments shouldn’t be towers of security aloof from the city, as depicted in the recently-released Hollywood film based on a J.G. Ballard book,

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High-Rise. Instead developers have been pushed to provide more green and pleasant public and communal spaces for residents. And it’s rapidly turning from planning theory into practice.

And award-winning landscape designer Sam Ovens, who is designing the Cloudy Bay garden at this year’s Chelsea Flower Show, is getting involved.

“The garden I’m designing for the Cloudy Bay winery at Chelsea Flower Show this spring focuses on the theme of escapism,” he says.

“It explores the idea of creating a secluded retreat in which to escape, a serene space where one can ‘sail

A Boris initiative is laying even more of the capital to grass

away’ from the pressures and demands of life.

“Developers are increasingly recognising the need to create these spaces in their schemes, whether its private gardens, terraces or shared outdoor landscapes.”

This approach isn’t just for the big multi-apartment developments, though, and even owners of multimillion pound properties want to get in on the gardening action, according to Simon Kitchin.

“We recently did a project in Chelsea - Cheyne Terrace - where each of the gardens has its own private vertical garden or ‘green wall’ up the side of the terraces,” he says.

“When we were looking at the plant mixes one of the things that the developer was really keen on were that the residents should be able to interact with the gardens, so we created a herb garden on the green walls.”

One of the biggest developments to embrace this in London is Silvertown, a former industrial area of East London where thousands of new homes, restaurants and shops are being built.

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“We have a combination of gardens being created but what we’re slightly obsessed with here is the space outside the buildings, which we think are equally as important as the space inside,” says Olaide Obah, the development’s marketing manager.

“In London we’ve got used to everyone thinking about ‘their own’ space but more and more people want places they can chill out in and maybe play games and meet other people.

“If you think about how London was built in the past it was all about

they are encouraging residents to get together to run a communal urban farm gardens but I think at some point we lost some of that. So we want to bring that approach back.

“Silvertown is going to have a significant amount of public, multiuse spaces. Our vision for them is that they should be for people to do what they want in rather than it being a prescribed space.”

The developer of Wembley Park, which is two large new apartment blocks called Alto and Emerald Park next to the new stadium, is taking a different approach. It is building public open spaces which are more architectural than botanical and then giving the residents access to gated communal gardens in which they can do their own gardening.

“Some of the residents have said they want to have a small scale herb and vegetable patch and, given the garden is an acre in size, I’m sure we can accommodate that,” says Paul Hogarth from developer Quintain.

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Silvertown is taking this idea a step further and, says Olaide Obah, they are encouraging residents to get together to run a communal urban farm where all the produce will be sold in shops within the local area or the produce supplied to the 50 restaurants that will be within the site.

Another development taking gardens seriously is Lillie Square, being built by Earls Court. Its Director of Development and Sales, Mike Hood says he thinks the spaces in between buildings are just as important as the buildings themselves.

“Lillie Square draws on its west London garden square heritage and as one of the most desirable features for homes in the capital, we’ve built this into its very heart,” he says. But it was not always this way. If you look at the developments built during the 70s, 80s and 90s everyone wanted to ensure their flat came with a parking space, not a garden.

“As a result, the potential areas for green space were taken up by car parks but we’re now in the age when cars are becoming less and less important,” says Olaide Obah. u

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PARTY WHY LONDON’S GETTING GREENER

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ondon’s always been verdant but a Boris initiative is laying even more of the capital to grass through the planning process.

And anyone buying a new-build apartment will notice this garden shift, says Nigel Lewis.

The Capital’s long commitment to open spaces and greenery is there to see on Google maps.

Large and small parks, garden squares, allotments and hundreds of thousands of back gardens bear witness to our love of grass, shrubs and trees. And it’s not a legacy that every city has. “If you go to New York then they’ve got Central Park but outside that it’s a concrete jungle,” says Simon Kitchin of garden design firm Randle Siddeley.

“The nice thing about London is that they are always trying to avoid that at every possible opportunity.”

And there’s a reason why. Boris’s most famous legacy may be his bikes, but it’s his planning advice that might outlive him and be appreciated more by Londoners.

In it he recently set out a vision for neighbourhoods that will ‘create places people can live their whole lives’. The practical output is that developers have been increasingly focussed on outdoor spaces.

The idea is that new developments shouldn’t be towers of security aloof from the city, as depicted in the recently-released Hollywood film based on a J.G. Ballard book,

ABSOLUTELY MAGAZINES

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High-Rise. Instead developers have been pushed to provide more green and pleasant public and communal spaces for residents. And it’s rapidly turning from planning theory into practice.

And award-winning landscape designer Sam Ovens, who is designing the Cloudy Bay garden at this year’s Chelsea Flower Show, is getting involved.

“The garden I’m designing for the Cloudy Bay winery at Chelsea Flower Show this spring focuses on the theme of escapism,” he says.

“It explores the idea of creating a secluded retreat in which to escape, a serene space where one can ‘sail

A Boris initiative is laying even more of the capital to grass

away’ from the pressures and demands of life.

“Developers are increasingly recognising the need to create these spaces in their schemes, whether its private gardens, terraces or shared outdoor landscapes.”

This approach isn’t just for the big multi-apartment developments, though, and even owners of multimillion pound properties want to get in on the gardening action, according to Simon Kitchin.

“We recently did a project in Chelsea - Cheyne Terrace - where each of the gardens has its own private vertical garden or ‘green wall’ up the side of the terraces,” he says.

“When we were looking at the plant mixes one of the things that the developer was really keen on were that the residents should be able to interact with the gardens, so we created a herb garden on the green walls.”

One of the biggest developments to embrace this in London is Silvertown, a former industrial area of East London where thousands of new homes, restaurants and shops are being built.

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“We have a combination of gardens being created but what we’re slightly obsessed with here is the space outside the buildings, which we think are equally as important as the space inside,” says Olaide Obah, the development’s marketing manager.

“In London we’ve got used to everyone thinking about ‘their own’ space but more and more people want places they can chill out in and maybe play games and meet other people.

“If you think about how London was built in the past it was all about

they are encouraging residents to get together to run a communal urban farm gardens but I think at some point we lost some of that. So we want to bring that approach back.

“Silvertown is going to have a significant amount of public, multiuse spaces. Our vision for them is that they should be for people to do what they want in rather than it being a prescribed space.”

The developer of Wembley Park, which is two large new apartment blocks called Alto and Emerald Park next to the new stadium, is taking a different approach. It is building public open spaces which are more architectural than botanical and then giving the residents access to gated communal gardens in which they can do their own gardening.

“Some of the residents have said they want to have a small scale herb and vegetable patch and, given the garden is an acre in size, I’m sure we can accommodate that,” says Paul Hogarth from developer Quintain.

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Silvertown is taking this idea a step further and, says Olaide Obah, they are encouraging residents to get together to run a communal urban farm where all the produce will be sold in shops within the local area or the produce supplied to the 50 restaurants that will be within the site.

Another development taking gardens seriously is Lillie Square, being built by Earls Court. Its Director of Development and Sales, Mike Hood says he thinks the spaces in between buildings are just as important as the buildings themselves.

“Lillie Square draws on its west London garden square heritage and as one of the most desirable features for homes in the capital, we’ve built this into its very heart,” he says. But it was not always this way. If you look at the developments built during the 70s, 80s and 90s everyone wanted to ensure their flat came with a parking space, not a garden.

“As a result, the potential areas for green space were taken up by car parks but we’re now in the age when cars are becoming less and less important,” says Olaide Obah. u

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ur capital is famous across the world for its fast-rising and eye-watering house prices. The average in the capital recently reached £530,409 or nearly three times the UK average. And prices are rising fast - by 13.9% - which is considerably higher than most other regions outside London.

Even more amazingly, there are currently almost 300 properties for sale in London over £10 million and combined, are worth a cool £3 billion. According to agent Savills, the value of London’s homes has risen in value by £650 billion since 2009 to £1.6 trillion, which is more than the value of all the housing in Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and the North of England combined.

“With relatively low numbers of new homes being built, this increase is primarily due to higher prices being paid for existing homes,” says Neil Hudson of Savills Research.

“Increased competition in the mortgage lending market, stronger economic growth,

demand from cash-only buyers, and a relative lack of appropriate homes for sale in the right locations, have all contributed to the average house price rising.”

If you look back even further, the figures are even more gob smacking. If you had bought a home in London twenty years ago then, on average, it would have cost you £98,000 or 5.4 times less than today.

First time buyers in London now have to find nearly as much (£91,400) just to put a deposit down, according to the Halifax.

London’s unusual market is also revealed if you look at prices as a measure of square metres. Prices range from £11,635 per square metre in Kensington and Chelsea to £5,962 in Southwark. By comparison, the most expensive town outside London is Altrincham near Manchester at £2,446.

“House price per square metre is a useful measure for house price comparison because it helps to adjust for differences in the size and type of properties between locations,” says Craig McKinlay, Mortgages Director at the Halifax.

“There has been a clear widening in the gap between southern England, particularly London, and the rest of the

THIS DUPLEX THREE BEDROOM APARTMENT IN BINA GARDENS, SOUTH KENSINGTON FEATURES INTERIOR DESIGNS BY GABHAN O’KEEFE AND IS ON THE MARKET FOR £3.5M WITH SAVILLS CHELSEA (020 7578 9000). FIVE YEARS AGO AN ALMOST IDENTICAL APARTMENT AROUND THE CORNER SOLD FOR £1.295M.

country over the past 20 years – a trend that has continued during the last five years.”

But these ferocious upswings in property price that London has experienced have been very varied, depending on where you live. Here’s our list of key London boroughs and their average house prices five and ten years ago, based on data from both leading agent Chestertons and the Land Registry, in descending order of price. u

TOP 10 LONDON BOROUGHS

• BY THE £/PER SQUARE METRE •

WESTMINSTER

CAMDEN

TOP 10 BOROUGHS •

BY PRICE RISES

HAMMERSMITH & FULHAM

• ISLINGTON

BOROUGH

2016

2011

2006

KENSINGTON & CHELSEA

£1.38 Mi l l i o n £1.05 Mi l l i o n £851,000 £832,000 £701,000 £617,000 £663,000 £673,000 £451,000 £673,000

£883,000 £671,000 £537,000 £520,000 £446,000 £436,000 £470,000 £347,000 £335,000 £347,000

£684,000 £541,000 £469,000 £456,000 £388,000 £409,000 £430,000 £322,000 £326,000 £322,000

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£11,635 £9,571 £8,829 £8,306 £7,399 £6,761 £6,265 £6,196 £5,980 £5,962

KENSINGTON & CHELSEA

WANDSWORTH

RICHMOND UPON THAMES

HACKNEY

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PROPERTY / STATS NIGEL LEWIS

BOROUGH PRICE RISES HOW CRAZY ARE HOUSE PRICES IN LONDON?

O

ur capital is famous across the world for its fast-rising and eye-watering house prices. The average in the capital recently reached £530,409 or nearly three times the UK average. And prices are rising fast - by 13.9% - which is considerably higher than most other regions outside London.

Even more amazingly, there are currently almost 300 properties for sale in London over £10 million and combined, are worth a cool £3 billion. According to agent Savills, the value of London’s homes has risen in value by £650 billion since 2009 to £1.6 trillion, which is more than the value of all the housing in Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and the North of England combined.

“With relatively low numbers of new homes being built, this increase is primarily due to higher prices being paid for existing homes,” says Neil Hudson of Savills Research.

“Increased competition in the mortgage lending market, stronger economic growth,

demand from cash-only buyers, and a relative lack of appropriate homes for sale in the right locations, have all contributed to the average house price rising.”

If you look back even further, the figures are even more gob smacking. If you had bought a home in London twenty years ago then, on average, it would have cost you £98,000 or 5.4 times less than today.

First time buyers in London now have to find nearly as much (£91,400) just to put a deposit down, according to the Halifax.

London’s unusual market is also revealed if you look at prices as a measure of square metres. Prices range from £11,635 per square metre in Kensington and Chelsea to £5,962 in Southwark. By comparison, the most expensive town outside London is Altrincham near Manchester at £2,446.

“House price per square metre is a useful measure for house price comparison because it helps to adjust for differences in the size and type of properties between locations,” says Craig McKinlay, Mortgages Director at the Halifax.

“There has been a clear widening in the gap between southern England, particularly London, and the rest of the

THIS DUPLEX THREE BEDROOM APARTMENT IN BINA GARDENS, SOUTH KENSINGTON FEATURES INTERIOR DESIGNS BY GABHAN O’KEEFE AND IS ON THE MARKET FOR £3.5M WITH SAVILLS CHELSEA (020 7578 9000). FIVE YEARS AGO AN ALMOST IDENTICAL APARTMENT AROUND THE CORNER SOLD FOR £1.295M.

country over the past 20 years – a trend that has continued during the last five years.”

But these ferocious upswings in property price that London has experienced have been very varied, depending on where you live. Here’s our list of key London boroughs and their average house prices five and ten years ago, based on data from both leading agent Chestertons and the Land Registry, in descending order of price. u

TOP 10 LONDON BOROUGHS

• BY THE £/PER SQUARE METRE •

WESTMINSTER

CAMDEN

TOP 10 BOROUGHS •

BY PRICE RISES

HAMMERSMITH & FULHAM

• ISLINGTON

BOROUGH

2016

2011

2006

KENSINGTON & CHELSEA

£1.38 Mi l l i o n £1.05 Mi l l i o n £851,000 £832,000 £701,000 £617,000 £663,000 £673,000 £451,000 £673,000

£883,000 £671,000 £537,000 £520,000 £446,000 £436,000 £470,000 £347,000 £335,000 £347,000

£684,000 £541,000 £469,000 £456,000 £388,000 £409,000 £430,000 £322,000 £326,000 £322,000

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