CITY & ANGEL AUGUST 2016

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INSIDE THE GREAT NORTHERN HOTEL

NEISHA CROSLAND

MEET THE DESIGNER TURNED AUTHOR

BELLA ITALIA

UMBRIA'S UNSPOILT COUNTRYSIDE

SUMMER NIGHTS GLAMOUR FROM DUSK TILL DAWN

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WHAT’S ON

H E A LT H & B E AU T Y

28 BEAUTY CONFIDENTIAL

Diary dates for August

10 MAKING SHAPES

The best beauty buys of the month

Food & Drink

Designer Neisha Crosland on her new book Life of a Pattern

32 KITCHEN CONFIDENTIAL Tasty happenings from the local area

fa s h i o n

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35 RESTAURANT REVIEWS

FASHION CONFIDENTIAL

The Boundary and House of Ho

This month’s hottest trends and products

k i d s & E d u c at i o n

25 IN THE FRAME

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Luxury specs in the heart of Spitalfields

SMALL TALK

Stylish clothes for tots

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NEISHA CROSLAND

INSIDE STORY

MAKING PATTERNS

MEET THE DESIGNER TURNED AUTHOR

NEISHA CROSLAND'S TEXTILE LEGACY

NEISHA CROSLAND TURNS AUTHOR

EYE OPENERS

SPITALFIELDS' NEWEST EYEWEAR BOUTIQUE

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GRAND DESIGN

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Discovering Italy’s unsung holiday hero

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SHOW YOUR STYLE STRIPES

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44 UMBRIAN SUN

Inside the Great Northern Hotel

FOLLOW SUIT

EFFORTLESS ELEGANCE

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55 SUMMER LOVING

The best summer interior buys

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interiors

50 INTERIOR INSPIRATIONS Gold metallics and trends for the home

PROPERTY

64 PROPERTY NEWS News and views on the area

76 FAMOUS PLACES

London’s star homes on the market

84 PROPERTY TALK

Nigel Lewis’s million pound roads

is available at oliviavonhalle.com and Selfridges

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EDITOR’S letter

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ost people are content to excel at one thing.

Then there are those who put all the rest of us to shame.

Neisha Crosland is one such person, having become a beacon of originality and vibrancy in the world of interiors and textiles and, much more recently, as an author, too. This September will see the London local’s book Life of a Pattern in print, providing an insight into her design process and inspirations, from the wrong turn in the V&A that inspired her career to her stepfather Roald Dahl’s profound influence. Read our interview with her on page 10.

Now the sun finally has his hat on, its probably time to ditch those old Ray Bans and invest in a lovely pair of sunnies.

Luckily, OCO has opened up

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in Spitalfields offering a range of statement-making designer frames. We caught up with Adam and Jennie, the brother and sister team behind the boutique on page 25.

Our Beauty Confidential this month includes a round-up of the best clay masks to make your complexion picture perfect for summer snaps, while our fashion pages are crammed with ‘big bag’ inspiration, so you can carry your sun cream, big floppy hat and flats in style.

I hope you have a wonderful August and thank you for reading. Ciao! ◆

Catherine Hales Editor

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Original, limited-edition Art Deco posters by leading artists

Limited to editions of 280, our newly-commissioned Art Deco posters feature glamorous holiday destinations around the world, ski resorts in the Austrian, French and Swiss Alps, and the world’s greatest historic automobiles. Over 100 designs to choose from, all printed on 100% cotton fine art paper, measuring 97 x 65 cms.

Priced at £395 each.

Private commissions are also welcome.

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Bugsy Malone, Lyric Theatre, Throughout August, Lyric Square, Hammersmith, W6; lyric.co.uk Production photography by David Appleby, courtesy of Sir Alan Parker / BFI National Archive.

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RAGNAR KJARTANSSON T h ro u gh o u t Au g u s t B a rb i c a n C e ntre or the first time ever, Icelandic F performance artist Ragnar Kjartansson will be holding an exhibition in London. Combining his experience of stage traditions with repetition and endurance, his work uses the clichĂŠs and motifs of Western culture to create captivating work. u Silk Street, EC2Y; barbican.org.uk

A NEW CHILDHOOD

They Drink it in the Congo

T h ro u gh o u t Au g u s t Ja c k s o ns L a ne ith perfect typography, design and W illustration, Soviet children’s books in the 20s and 30s changed the picture book form with the Russian revolution as a turbulent backdrop. Showing a selection of rare and original works, this exhibition provides us with an insight into this illustration movement. u 2 Granary Square, N1C; houseofillustration.org.uk

What can we do to help end world conflict? In all honesty, not that much. This play analyses the futility and desperation of wanting to help others through the plight of Stef, a Londoner who wants to raise awareness of the conflict in the Congo. While war is raging, Stef organises a festival in aid of the situation but what can this well-meaning attempt actually achieve?

Almeida Street, N1; almeida.co.uk

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MARK BLOWER

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MAKING & UNMAKING T h ro u gh o u t Au g u s t Ca m de n Ar ts C e ntre he latest series of artist-selected shows T in NW6 sees Duro Olowu bring the work of over 70 artists together to analyse the influence of London on the cultural identity of immigrants. Each work on show tells a story but curated to be together they begin a conversation about self, sexuality and politics. u Arkwright Road, NW3; camdenartscentre.org

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ARTS & CULTURE / TALKING TOPICS

SUMMER SCREEN PRINTS

(C) JOE CRUZ

T h ro ugh o ut Augus t S o m e rs e t Ho u s e nce again, Print Club London O is bringing the work of film poster artists and illustrators to Film4 Summer Screen. With an array of influences and styles on show, each artwork will be available to buy from the exhibition. There will also be a rolling series of short films playing interviews with artists. One to buy is the work of London-born Joe Cruz who uses expressive lines and strong colours to mark photographs of Audrey Hepburn from Funny Face. u East Wing Galleries, WC2R;

Jukebox, Jewkbox!

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must see

Thro u gho u t Aug us t Je w i sh Mu s e u m

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LOOKING AT PICTURES Unti l 21 Augus t W hite chapel G a ll e r y sing her life as inspiration, U Mary Heilmann creates bold abstractions. From her beach life in Los Angeles to her friendships with eccentric New York artists, poets and musicians, Heilmenn’s work is as colourful and as unexpected as her life.

With tension between the rigors of geometry, this exhibtion is as fascinating as it is beautiful. u 77-82 Whitechapel High Street, E1;

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In the late 19th century a German-Jewish man invented the gramophone. This interactive exhibition explores Jewish music from this point onwards and celebrates the history of inventors, musicians, composers, music producers and songwriters.

Displaying 500 records, you’ll see sleeves from Amy Winehouse, the Ramones and Bob Dylan.

Raymond Burton House, NW1; jewishmuseum.org.uk

SHOW OF THE MONTH

THE AYLESBURY ESTATE AT HOME T h ro u gh o u t Au g u st T h e G e ff r ye M u s e u m

he demolition of the Aylesbury Estate started in 2009. Built in the late 1960s, the large modernist high-rise estate became home for thousands of residents, this exhibition focuses on the people who made the concrete towers home. Initially built as a utopia,

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the estate became an ambiguous and dark place in the 1980s.

Nadege Meriau explores this change through a metaphorical film and sculpture that involved community participation.  136 Kingsland Road, E2; geffrye-museum.org.uk

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MAKING SHAPES Revered textiles and rug designer Neisha Crosland can now add author to her résumé. Absolutely caught up with her W o r d s c at h e r i n e h a l e s Book photography Misha Anikst

CATHERINE HALES: What inspired you to write ‘Life of a Pattern’?

NEISHA CROSLAND: I moved studio five years ago, and while clearing and sorting out my archives I noticed not only that there were many recurring themes in my work but that the sources of inspiration behind the designs also had interesting stories. I like to think of pattern as a link to the past; as with a good story, it gets passed down through the ages.

I wanted the book to be a visual narrative in which, to quote Misha Anikst, the book’s designer and photographer, ‘the designs must leap out of the page and grab attention’. I wanted to create a book as a homage to all of the things that have influenced me.

CH: Why did you decide to become a designer of textiles?

NC: A missed turn in the V&A on my way to a lecture found me in the Ottoman galleries and I knew immediately that I wanted to do textiles. Despite their age, the bold, rich graphics on velvet and silk looked so utterly modern.

CH: What is your design process?

NC: I have a pin board where I pin all of my sources of inspiration – everything from a ribbon or postcard, to a photograph of a painting or ceramic, or

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Flamenco pigment printed furnishing/curtain fabric, colour tangerine, Stead McAlpin, UK, 2007

I WANTED TO create a book AS AN HOMAGE to all the things THAT HAVE INFLUENCED ME even just a doodle; seemingly random pictures of things that have caught my eye. I also write notes and pin them on the board. I then live with these inspirations until I get an urge to do something with them. I start to sketch some ideas roughly in a sketchbook and

I find that it really helps to give them names at this point. The ideas will join up with each other and evolve or just get edited out; it’s a survival of the fittest or best idea! When I’m confident that I’m on to something I’ll map it out life-size – not computer screen size – in black and white or pencil since it’s important to get the structure of a design correct before I start colouring it.

CH: How would you define your style?

NC: I’ve been told it’s quite deco. I try to make my designs as minimal as possible with maximum impact, a discipline that maybe comes from the pre-digital days when every colour in a design cost money.

I think the way I design is also inspired by my admiration for Ottoman and Japanese design, and the abstract art of the Russian Avant-garde. ‘Minimum line with maximum impact’ is my mantra.

CH: You often mention the V&A; is it your favourite spot in London?

NC: Well, I owe the V&A my calling to textiles. I spent a lot of time there as a student, not only in the textile galleries but also among the ceramic collections and in the wrought iron metalwork galleries where I liked the black and white, positive/negative aspect of the metalwork.

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Zebra silver blue cut velvet on chair.

Diagonal Beaded Stripe hand knotted Tibetan wool silk rug, Neisha Crosland for The Rug Company

ARTS & CULTURE / PROFILE

Neisha Crosland Pepper Trail Wallpaper

[ROALD DAHL] TAUGHT ME that a different POINT OF VIEW

is the only interesting POINT OF VIEW

matter how gorgeous the colours are.

It’s also important to have an understanding of how the design will work on the end product since you can’t just plonk a pattern on something.

You need to understand the medium and how the design will look, whether it’s upholstered onto a chair, decorating a fine china cup, flat on the floor for a rug, or draped around the neck in the form of a scarf.

Atlas By Neisha Crosland Pine Flower Nile Tiles

CH: Are there any patterns in nature that particularly influence your work?

NC: I find inspiration in everything from the checks on fritillaries and the shape of giant gunnera leaves, to ferns, ginkgo leaves, shells, malachite and coral. The photographer Horst P. Horst’s book Patterns from Nature and Karl Blossfeldt’s Art Forms in Nature have inspired me too.

CH: What makes a successful pattern or textile?

NC: A well-balanced repeat, combined with a scale that works. Ideally the colouration should be a surprise too.

Good drawing is essential otherwise the design will always be unattractive no

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CH: Are there any other designers you admire?

NC: I admire a wide range of designers spanning different eras, from current designers such as Georgina Von Etzdorf and Marthe Armitage, to Phyllis Barron and Dorothy Larcher for their 1930s textiles, and the 18th century silk designers James Leman and Anna Maria Garthwaite. There are also so many designers who do wonderful things but remain anonymous.

CH: Is there a particular place in the world that inspires your designs?

NC: Many places inspire me but mostly from cultures long gone. For example, I take inspiration from everything from 16th century Japanese kimonos

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The list goes on!

Moorish Circles surflex printed wallpaper, colours o’hara red, chilli, chocolate lemon and pink bark, The Surface Print Company, UK, 2006

CH: What made you decide to add rugs to your collection?

NC: The Rug Company approached me at a House & Garden fair about twelve years ago. I had designed an installation using my wallpaper on the floor under a sheet of perspex. Christopher Sharp, cofounder of The Rug Company, spotted it and asked me if I’d like to design rugs!

Sea Thistle wallpaper, colour squid ink, Seven Park Place restaurant, St. James Hotel and Club, London, UK, Interior by Tony Filmer at Tully Filmer

CH: Are there any local haunts that you like to frequent?

NC: I love Northcote Road for Dove the butcher, the fish stand, Hamish Johnston’s cheese shop and The Breadstall.

Antica Bologna is perfect for lunch, The Birdhouse is a favourite for coffee and Chez Bruce is somewhere special for treat meals.

CH: What do you like to do in your free time?

NC: I love doing a lot of pottering in the garden and house, as well as visiting galleries, trips to the cinema and opera, cooking and seeing friends and family.

Any chance to travel is welcome too! u Niall Clutton

CH: You speak very fondly of Camberwell College of Arts; was the school instrumental to your career?

NC: Very much so. It taught me the process of getting a design from paper to cloth, the importance of drawing and of respecting the production process, whether it’s in a factory or by hand.

That’s why I always like to stay close to the production process and to work with people who have the same approach, since a good design can so easily be ruined in the manufacturing. I find that it’s essential to have a say in how my designs are developed onto products – whether they’re rugs, tiles, wallpapers or fabrics – to ensure beautiful results.

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CH: Did your stepfather Roald Dahl’s brilliant creativity feed into your own?

NC: His love of the arts and the importance of inventing something to surprise people left a huge mark on me.

He taught me that a different point of view is the only interesting point of view.

My mother also instilled this in me, and she had a great eye for style and for the unusual.

CH: How would you describe your Wandsworth house?

NC: It’s an oasis that was once a working mews and a fly tip! We’ve made the garden the central focus, with french windows looking out onto it.

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‘Neisha Crosland: Life of a Pattern’ (Merrell Publishers £100) is out on 15 September; merrellpublishers.com

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THROWING SHAPES Dior's Autumn Winter 2016 campaign stars the house's longtime muse, Julia Nobis. Steven Meisel shot the enigmatic model-turned-photographer wearing key pieces including oversized coats, slit skirts and must-have embellished bags.

160-162 New Bond Street, W1; dior.com

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Bold prints and big 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

HYPE + BARBIE Icon meets edge in this new collaboration Wo r d s c at h e r i n e h a l e s

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rban brand Hype have partnered with fashionfavourite Barbie to bring you the definitive sportsluxe clothing collection for the contemporary Barbie girl. Fusing Hype’s signature edge with Barbie’s iconic classic pink aesthetic, the adult’s apparel collection comprises an edit of effortlessly cool leisurewear.

With a sports-luxe aesthetic, the fresh contemporary designs boast the iconic Barbie signature style and are designed in a chic palette of grey, white and black and flashes of Barbie pink.

The edit includes sweatshirts, crop tops, vests and a bold new workoutstyle look with a pink crop and leggings set. Accessories include Hype’s classic backpack reimagined with a fresh Barbie makeover and Hype + Barbie baseball caps in black and pink. 

Grey, white & BLACK WITH flashes of Barbie pink Hype store at Boxpark, 2-10 Bethnal Green Road, E1; justhype.co.uk

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Prints Charming Nazarin Rose Martin

British designer Nazarin Rose Martin, who trained under Alexander McQueen, Lacroix and Celiné, creates beautiful handmade printed silk chiffon scarves and cover-ups. This ‘Stardust’ kaftan (£320) is our top beach holiday buy. nazarinrosemartin.com

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FASHION / NOTES

6 of the best

IN PRINT

TOTE BAGS

Dolce & Gabbana

The design duo du jour have updated their Dolce Vita summer silhouettes with a tropical banana leaf print for Pre-Fall. The vibrant collection was inspired by the famed botanical gardens in Palermo. Team with a tan.

Cotton-poplin dress £1,200; farfetch.com

The bigger the better

1 2 NEW DISCOVERY D’NA Chic

Just launched in the UK, D’NA Chic is an e-commerce multi-brand platform worth bookmarking because you can shop by weather, destination, event or colour. The site features international designers, plus emerging design talent from the Middle East and the Arabian Gulf region not available to buy elsewhere. dnachic.com

GET KNOTTED NO.21

A modern alternative to heels, these satin handcrafted mules by NO.21 feature the Italian brand’s signature architectural knot. We’ll be showcasing this season’s dream flats with a slip dress for effortless glamour.

Satin ‘Bow Slipper’ £355; net-a-porter.com

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Forget school uniform associations, gingham has grown up to become SS16’s must-have check. This voluminous chambray midi skirt features a self-tie bow to accentuate your waist and will work equally hard as the hero piece in your vacation edit and back here in the city.

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1. ANYA HINDMARCH 'Wink Pont' canvas & leather tote £425; net-a-porter.com 2. MARY KATRANTZOU Perspex tote £625; farfetch.com 3. MUZUNGU SISTERS Pom-pom straw basket tote £330; avenue32.com 4. GUCCI ‘Tian GG Supreme’ leather tote £745; gucci.com 5. ARANAZ 'Palm' straw basket tote £200; beachflamingo.com 6. TRUSS Woven tote £155; net-a-porter.com

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THE NEW MODERN Mix neutral colours and simple shapes for a relaxed summer mood

Fashion Editor CHARLOT TE ADSET T Photographer ELISABETH HOFF

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STRETCH CROP TOP £145; CLUB MONACO WIDE LEG COTTON TROUSERS £275; ALICE + OLIVIA AT HARVEY NICHOLS COTTON CHOKER MADE FROM MATERIAL AT JOEL & SON FABRICS 22KT GOLD VERMEIL HOOP EARRINGS £145; DINNY HALL GOLD RING FROM A SELECTION AT ALEXIA JORDAN GOLD BRACELETS FROM A SELECTION AT ALEXIA JORDAN + JESSICA DE LOTZ

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‘DOLMAIN MILATARY’ COTTON BLOUSE £260; TIBI RUCHED SILK SKIRT £495; JW ANDERSON AT SELFRIDGES 22KT GOLD VERMEIL ALMAZ HOOP EARRINGS £250; DINNY HALL GOLD BRACELETS FROM £185; JESSICA DE LOTZ GOLD RINGS FROM A SELECTION AT ALEXIA JORDAN + JESSICA DE LOTZ

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EMBOSSED WOOL BLAZER £595 & CROPPED TROUSERS £495; MERCHANT ARCHIVE AT SELFRIDGES GOLD HOOP EARRINGS £350 & GOLD AND DIAMOND HORSESHOE NECKLACE £350; ANNINA VOGEL AT LIBERTY GOLD RING £95; JESSICA DE LOTZ

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SILK BLOUSE £175; ANINE BING AT HARVEY NICHOLS RUCHED SWIMSUIT £245; ZIMMERMANN 22K GOLD VERMEIL HOOP EARRINGS £145; DINNY HALL GOLD AND DIAMOND HORSESHOE NECKLACE £350; ANNINA VOGEL AT LIBERTY GOLD BRACELETS AND RINGS FROM A SELECTION AT ALEXIA JORDAN + JESSICA DE LOTZ OAK ‘CUBO’ CHAIR £250; ANOTHER BRAND

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In the Frame We take a closer look at OCO, the new Spitalfields destination for all things designer eyewear

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pened this summer by brother and sister duo Adam and Jennie Harris, luxury eyewear boutique OCO is an experience as soon as you walk through the door. Matte black walls and angular hanging shades produce a razor sharp aesthetic, warmed by the ambient lighting. Each wall is fronted by a custom built display rack. It’s the opposite of a strip-lit optician’s waiting room.

The glasses are spaced out on wooden shelves and as I walk around trying on frames, Adam straightens them with care and precision.

The venture began as an online business before manifesting

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as a physical shop located on Spitalfields’ Hanbury Street, rather going against the high street trend.

Adam and Jennie’s parents have an optician’s practice and Jennie is also a qualified optometris but Adam appeared to buck the trend for a while by working in web development before surrendering to the family profession and going into business with his sister.

The shop itself makes sense; it is home to a carefully curated selection of luxury brands that Jennie provides thoughtful and informative background to as we walk around. Downstairs are Adam’s computer and shelves and shelves full of stock. ‘We ship everything from here, there’s no warehouse,’ Adam informs me. He has created a

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way of communicating with the shop upstairs via the computer to make their entire operation more efficient. Part of the system includes a small chute parallel to the stairs that allows Jennie to slide glasses down to him in the basement – as he demonstrates it, both he and I cannot restrain our childish glee.

Though not quite finished by the time of my visit, Jennie will have a fully kitted out exam room in the back where she will be able to build a client base and dish out enviable pairs of specs. Before you know it all of Shoreditch will look a little better.◆ ocoglasses.co.uk

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SUN STROKES Sometimes you can’t improve on a classic; Terracotta by Guerlain is a case in point.

Summer after summer we keep coming back to their powder bronzer for its range of shades, easy application and lasting glow. guerlain.com

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B E AU T Y R e v i e w

Silk turbans, beauty boxes and our pick of the best clay masks for radiant skin W o r d s C AT H E R I N E H A L E S

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he City’s outpost of Shavata, Knightsbridge’s popular eyebrow expert, is located in House of Fraser next to Monument Station. It’s often busy, and although walk-ins are welcomed its a good idea to get an appointment.

The Shavata idea – “brows are sisters, not twins” – express a philosophy that's immediately reassuring. Anyone who considers their non-identical eyebrows to be flawed will be cheered to discover that in brow lore, a lack of symmetry is not only to be expected, but actively celebrated.

At Shavata, my neglected brows are threaded into nigh-twins without going against their grain. Swift, professional strokes and a gentle approach characterise the Shavata approach, which believes that eyebrows should relate to a face as a frame to an artwork, by complementing, not distracting from.

With 25 years’ experience in the beauty industry, Shavata Singh is recognised as an authority on eyebrows and her studios can be found in branches of House of Fraser all over the UK. Having your brows tended to, she believes, is as effective as a mini-facelift.

And it’s certainly true for me – a brief tint and reshape and my closely-related brows look well-defined while subtly improving my general appearance.

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Wrap It Up SILKE London

We are generally so careful with our hair, applying masks, using natural bristle brushes and abandoning those thin, damaging hair ties. But what if most of the breakage is happening while we sleep? SILKE London has come up with an ingenious (and pretty) turban to protect and repair hair as well as rebalancing greasy roots and dry ends overnight. £45; silkelondon.com

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Swedish beauty brand Foreo has partnered with GreenWave and Sea Life Trust for a second year to launch the Luna Mini 2 Save the Sea Special Edition facial cleansing brush, with net proceeds to benefit ocean conservation efforts – meaning you can look good while helping the planet. £99; foreo.com

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CLAY MASKS

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You may know them for their sought-after fragrances and body oils but Rodin have added another string to their bow with a new lipstick collection.

Inspired by founder Linda Rodin’s signature style, the olio lusso matte lipsticks come in five distinct shades. £28; panachecosmetics.com

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TASTE OF SUMMER Hoxton favourite Busaba Eathai have launched some summer specials including duck and pineapple lettuce bites and bangkick prawns to keep hungry Shoreditch residents coming back for more.

319 Old Street, EC1V busaba.com

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A GREAT MATCH Wine and food pairings for the month ahead B y J a n e Pa r k i n s o n

SALADE NIÇOISE

atching wine and food from the same region often makes a brilliant pairing and this is a case in point.

New season ripe green beans with tangy olives and tuna are crying out for a crisp and dry Provençal rosé like this one, with crunchy cranberry fruit and succulent strawberry flavours. ● Château des Bertrands Reserve des Bertrands Rose 2015 £10.99, Wine Rack

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CHICKEN WITH NEW POTATOES, ROCKET AND LEMON

hicken that’s cooked simply and pepped up with greens and citrus is a perfect match for a Sauvignon Blanc that isn’t too weedy and light. This South African one is just right because it has both subtle herbal freshness as well as juicy roasted lemon flavours. ● Klein Constantia Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2014 £14.50, Philglass & Swiggot

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he combination of soft red fruits with custard and pastry loves a sprightly, slightly sweet, fizzy Italian and you won't get better value than this. Frothy and fruity, it's a dessert in itself. ● Camoli Moscato Spumante NV £4.99, Aldi

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Hop Along The Frog

The first solo venture from award-winning chef Adam Handling, The Frog has gained an instant following since opening its doors this summer. As well as exceptional seasonal fare, the relaxed bar and restaurant also plays host to art work by young artists and up and coming DJs on the weekends.

Ely's Yard, Old Truman Brewery, 2 Hanbury Street, E1 thefrogrestaurant.com

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C’EST BON Blanchette East

The French bistro is moving East with a new branch opening on Brick Lane this August. The menu will combine Southern French and North African influences, while the décor will be inspired by the Parisian Belle Époque era with an East London twist.

204 Brick Lane, E1 blanchettesoho.co.uk

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Smokey Tails at Hoxton Square Bar & Kitchen has launched a brand new breakfast menu which includes Beef Brisket Hash with Eggs and Horseradish and Midwest Biscuit, Fried Chicken and Gravy, bringing a little Midwestern flavour to the heart of Hackney 2-4 Hoxton Square, N1 smokeytails.co.uk

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The offer will last all August so grab your umbrella and get down there.

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here are few pleasures as pure as an ice cold gin and tonic on a hot afternoon and this August we recommend making yours with Half Hitch. With notes of Malawian black tea, Calabrian bergamot and English wood, hay and pepper (which gives it its straw-coloured hue), this distinctive spirit is sure to be a summer favourite. ◆

VIVA ESPAÑA Sagardi

Basque Country restaurant Sagardi has opened its first ever London branch on Curtain Road this summer. The restaurant will offer delicious Basque produce flown in daily from San Sebastian and will be divided into a Pintxos bar serving tapaslike snacks and regional beers and ciders and a more formal restaurant featuring an enormous charcoal grill 87-95 Curtain Road, EC2A sagardi.co.uk

£39.95; halfhitch.london

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HOUSE OF HO Modern Vietnamese cuisine in the heart of Fitzrovia Wo r d s e l i z a b e t h h u t t o n

n hindsight, inviting a Hongkonger to eat at House of Ho was risky.

Could the Pan Asian fare cooked by the Northampton-born head chef ever truly compare to the proper dim sum Quan was bought up on?

Well, his first, and only, negative comment was regarding the restaurant's decor; it's not traditional.

However, this is hardly surprising as the whole idea is ‘modern Vietnamese’.

Relocated from Soho to Fitzrovia, the restaurant has taken over all four floors of an old townhouse. Devoid of any cultural characteristics, marble and gold make the dining rooms an elegant, albeit slightly characterless, space to dine.

The food, however, is the exact opposite. The first dish we order, the soft shell crab with Vietnamese sauces, is not only spicy, salty and sweet but crunchy yet tender, too. Served on an enormous bed of sea dried chillies, it turns heads as it comes toward us.

The dumplings are up next and are so tasty we fight over the last Snow Crab and Scallop parcel.

The final dish however, the shucking beef, steals the entire show. Seared to be pink, the tender meat has a dark oyster sauce and soy crust that makes it unbelievably succulent and tasty.

I couldn't get enough of it but, more importantly, what did Quan think? "It's good but it tastes just like my Dad's." he said. "Yes," I replied, "that's the bloody point." Really well done Ho. 

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Boundary

French fine dining off Shoreditch’s iconic Redchurch Street Wo r d s r ay s e a r l e

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ocated off Shoreditch’s iconic Redchurch Street, Boundary provides an oasis away from the hustle and bustle of East London.

The food and indeed the decor is French and errs on the traditional side, with exposed brick walls and glossy floor tiles that remind the diner of the building’s industrial past (it used to be a print factory). The open kitchen sheds light into the main restaurant as well as providing an entertaining glimpse into the culinary feats being performed behind the glass.

After ordering our food from our attentive and knowledgeable server, we are introduced to the sommelier who takes us through Boundary’s award-winning wine list. It has recently been brought down from 800 worldwide wines to 500 Frenchonly selections and, when offered a wine pairing with each course, we can’t resist.

We start with a glass of lovely full bodied champagne (Besserat de Bellefon Cuvée des Moines – Brut), paired with a flavourful

amuse bouche of scallops with white wine and sherry vinegar for me and smokey aubergine caviar with a trio of beets on flaky pastry for my partner who is vegetarian.

This is swiftly followed by starters of creamy pea soup with horseradish cream, which lends it a hearty kick and crab with watercress and apple salad - a tarte and picquant combination.

My fantastic main course is herb-crusted rack of lamb with roast fennel, peppers, courgettes, tomatoes and olives, washed down with Languedoc la Clape, Château de la Negly ‘’Brise Marine’’, which is truly delicious and we finish it off with a 10-yearold medium dry Verdelho Madeira. For dessert we share profiteroles, in a biscotti style pastry, which proves an interesting take on the original concept, with vanilla ice cream in a rich chocolate sauce. Fresh mint tea and whisky petit fours top off a delightful evening.  B O U N DA RY 2-4 Boundary Street, Shoreditch, E2 boundary.london

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HOUSE OF HO 1 Percy Street, W1T; houseofho.co.uk

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CROCKER’S FOLLY Crocker’s Folly continues to give London the chance to reacquaint itself with one of its most glorious edifices. This beautiful Grade II* listed former Victorian gin palace, complete with 50 kinds of marble, Romanesque columns and glass chandeliers, has been painstakingly restored by the renowned Maroush Group. The stylish restaurant and bar serves modern European food – complemented by a selection of wine and signature cocktails.

24 Aberdeen Place, NW8, 020 7289 9898 crockersfolly.com

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OKSI’S At Oksi’s, they combine the flavours of your favourite cocktail with a cake to create the ultimate dessert. Their brilliant range of cocktail cakes include Bellini, Irish Coffee and Mojito sponges. Forget artificial icing and heavy buttercream cakes, at Oksi’s the treats are all about texture and taste.

Catering for any big or small occasion, go online to find out about their signature and classic collections. 074 9435 0770; oksis.co.uk

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100 ISLINGTON Following the huge success of their Hoxton restaurant, the team behind 100 have now opened a second branch on Upper Street.

The combination of exceptional Asianinspired cuisine, small sharing plates and pared back, chic interiors contribute to a relaxed, enjoyable atmosphere. Add in the comprehensive cocktail offering and that the menu is practically gluten-free and you have your new favourite restaurant for summer.

270 Upper Street, N1, 020 7226 1118; 100restaurants.co.uk

PAXTON CHOCOLATE

‘SMITHS,’ SPITALFIELDS

Experience a complete sensory shopping experience at this chocolate shop located just off Brick Lane in Shoreditch. Choose from 14 irresistible flavours to create your own personalised box, or select from the Signature, Dark and other ranges. Bespoke orders are welcome, and you can order online for direct postage to loved ones further afield.

38 Cheshire Street, E2; 020 8127 8807; paxtonchocolate.com

All-day dining doesn’t come much more iconic than Smiths, Spitalfields. Housed in a fourstorey industrial edifice with a café, dining room and bar serving amazing £6 cocktails (and bottles of Prosecco for £15), the eatery caters for local residents, workers and visitors. It also boasts a lively vibe and cool decor to suit pretty much any occasion.

109 Commercial Street, E1; thisissmiths.com/spitalfields

MICHAEL NADRA This 2 AA Rosette restaurant, bar and garden serves haute cusine in the heart of Primrose Hill, on Regents Canal. The Grade II listed building provides the perfect dining setting while the restaurant’s philosophy reflects that of Nadra’s talents.

Expect incredible food, served in a relaxed and vibrant environment with great Alfresco dining and lunch time deals this summer.

42 Gloucester Avenue, NW1, 020 7722 2800; restaurant-michaelnadra.co.uk/primrose

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LINEN LOVE If, like us, you’ve lately taken to dressing your little like a French peasant, you’ll love the new kids’ collection from The Linen Works, featuring a range of effortless, nostalgic designs in the softest, crumpliest linen you can imagine. thelinenworks.co.uk

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BRAND FOCUS

LA COQUETA

SWEET CAROLINE Caroline Bosmans

Abacus Kids are stocking the new collection by Belgian designer (and, um, psychiatric therapist) Caroline Bosmans – and her fantastically offbeat imagination is in full effect.

Fruity colour washes and edgy, oddball prints abound: think giant poodles and human lollipops with stars for eyes. abacus-kids.co.uk

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Oliver  Superb modern design in miniature,

this playroom table and chairs from Danish company Oliver will give your nursery a tasteful lift. So much so, we expect you'll be tempted to take a seat yourself.  Table, £206, and chairs, £145 each, available at nubie.co.uk

£24; lacoquetakids.com

GOODY TWO SHOES

PINK LADY

soft moccasins designed in consultation with professional podiatrists. As babies should walk barefoot as often as possible, the moccs are broad with deep-toe boxes; plenty of wiggle room for first walkers and toddlers.  From £45; bimbleshoes.com

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Nine In The Mirror  Worth dropping a sprog for: this luxury gift box from online heroes Nine in the Mirror features a luscious Eberjey nightshirt, pretty Cosabella maternity bra and four 'skincare saviour' products from Mamma Mio.

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a Coqueta was founded

by Spanish native (and London resident) Celia Munoz in 2012, and the brand's beautiful childrenswear is still designed in London and carefully crafted in Spain.

The trademark style is a kind of Western European classicism, with vintage-inspired outfits – they make everything from rompers and party dresses to knitwear, swimwear and shoes – that wouldn't look out of place on Prince George and Princess Charlotte (or indeed their greatgrandparents, once upon a time).

For all their old-school charm, however, the clothes remain resolutely versatile and practical: no unnecessary flounce or frippery here. Everything is neatly and charmingly assembled, and in the best possible taste.

Our pick for the summer is this cute 'Daroca' bonnet in a sharp monochrome check: it looks stylish enough on its own, but imagine it topping a cherub face with a mop of golden curls. 

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> THE REAL ITALY: DISCOVERING UMBRIA

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FOODIE HEAVEN What Tuscany has lost to mass tourism, Umbria retains, so it's calmer, quieter and more rustic than its more internationally acclaimed neighbour.

Stephanie King discovers the authentic Italian experience.

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ften those in search of a provincial Italian escape will yearn for Tuscany – its rolling hills, cypress trees and incomparably good food and wine a siren call for the inner epicurean. But with Tuscany becoming increasingly littered with tourists, there is an idyllic alternative: Umbria. As a result of popular Tuscany drawing the crowds, Umbria has preserved its rustic essence. But with a lesser-known location comes the apprehension of where to stay, and more importantly, what to do.

So, where to for accommodation?

Simple: Tenuta di Murlo.

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wo hours’ drive from Rome Fiumicino airport are Tenuta di Murlo’s private grounds, which stretch thousands of hectares and have hosted famous visitors including Hugh Grant, Elton John, Colin Firth, George Lucas, Stephen Fry and Ralph Fiennes.

Murlo’s mountainous ranges, covered in olive groves and oak forests, rivers, lakes and fields are bursting with wildlife and breathtakingly picturesque. And then you get to your villa. Or cottage. Either option is boutique travelling at its best.

Among the five villas and two cottages Murlo’s service is unfailingly five star. Sure, it’s more of a self-contained set-up rather than a hotel (although plans are already underway for a Four Seasons development), but the home-style living with hotel-

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like amenities complements the estate’s natural surrounds, with more than enough character to satiate your appetite for Italian grandeur.

Medieval castle views, anyone? Check.

How about infinity pools? Or fully equipped contemporary kitchens? Double check.

Murlo’s a contemporary blend of modern fixtures and furnishings with traditional architecture dating back to the 14th century.

At Villa Santa Croce you also benefit from 360-degree views in a stately three bedroom home atop Monte Santa Croce.

With breakfast, dinner and barbecue terraces, a huge outdoor living area and sympathetically landscaped gardens (replete with hammock), relaxing will not be difficult.

Villa Caminata comprises five bedrooms with a separate one-bedroom cottage and has over 3,000 blooms throughout the year.

Accommodating up to 12 people, it’s the most traditional in terms of décor and is terrific for large groups with again, terraces aplenty for celebrating or feasting. Villa

Torre is a converted medieval defence tower and its roof terrace is a pretty terrific surprise, especially when accompanied by good company and wine. A dream for small families, it’s got two king-size bedrooms and one with two bunk beds, plus a lovely fireplace-fitted living room. Subtilia, however, is fantastic for large groups, considering its 18 guest capacity. There’s also a separate cottage by the pool, ideal for newlyweds, yet both 16th century properties are afforded direct views of Antognolla Castle and its championship golf course.

Not forgetting San Savino, a four bedroom abode named after Saint Sabinus, Bishop of Spoleto, to whom the estate’s church (now sadly desecrated) was once dedicated. Fortunately, though, San Savino’s original terracotta floors and kitchen remain intact, with its wooden terrace serving as a brilliant observation deck. But a trip to Tenuta di Murlo is not all sitting and sipping wine while soaking in the atmosphere – there are ample activities to immerse yourself in too.

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ou’re in Italy. So, it’s only right to start with the most basic fundament of Italian life: food. The tastiest dishes you will ever try in your life can be found at Il Caldaro, Murlo’s on-site restaurant. Showcasing local suppliers, the produce is phenomenal, and what they do with it even better. Do not leave without experiencing the Burrata. In nearby Torgiano you can see the locals’ high-end interpretation of traditional rustic meals at Le 3 Vaselle.

For those wanting to eat pasta they’ve made, in-villa cooking classes can be arranged with the estate’s professional chefs preparing a menu of dishes endemic to the area, such as Pumpkin, Sausage & Dill Tortelli and Vegetable Crêpe with Porcini Mushroom Sauce. If you want to take this a step further, you can personally ‘shop’ for your ingredients by hunting wild boar, pheasant, hare, fox and partridge, or foraging for truffles and wild asparagus.

As a result of TUSCANY drawing the crowds, UMBRIA has preserved its ESSENCE To find the perfect wine to pair with your creations, beeline to Lungarotti Winery.

At the family-run vineyard there’s a plethora of certified white and red varieties, from light, crisp Pinot Grigios, Chardonnays and Trebbianos to full-bodied Sangoiveses, Cabernet Sauvignons, Merlots and Rubsecos. But if you simply can’t choose, try them all at Lungarotti’s wine tasting, where you can tour the winery and discover the different drops from the owners themselves.

Work off the calories with a game of golf at said Antognolla Golf Course or Perugia

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Golf Course, which is only 20 minutes’ drive from Murlo. Alternatively, explore the vast Estate’s mountains, valleys and farmsteads with a hike and look forward to stunning sights, namely Lake Trasimene. If hiking doesn’t take your fancy, perhaps a safari of the local cashmere producers is more your kind of adventure. Be guided around the Umbrian Cashmere Road to Brunello Cucinelli’s flagship boutique in Solomeo, treat yourself at Lamberto Losani’s warehouse, and go inside Rocco Ragni’s Dominican monastery studio.

Nearby Assisi, the birth place of Saint Francis, is pretty special and popular owing to its exquisite churches and sensational frescos to rival those in the Sistine Chapel.

After soaking in Umbria’s fantastic culture, unwind in your villa with spa and beauty treatments organised by Murlo’s concierge service. Or have them simply make life easier by performing any errands you need to run or scheduling any activities you’d like to try. When it comes to experiencing Umbria through Tenuta di Murlo’s incredible facilities, you’ll quickly learn that anything is possible. u

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he Great Northern Hotel was first opened in 1854 during the golden age of steam and railways. It was designed by renowned Victorian architect Lewis Cubitt (who also designed King’s Cross Station) and retains its Grade II listed façade; the inside, however the epitome of understated luxury.

Dark wood panelling and creamy leather banquettes reminiscent of an old fashioned first class compartment on a steam engine characterise the reception and the railway theme is carried artfully throughout the rest of the interiordesign. 

GREAT NORTHERN HOTEL

THE ROOM

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am put up in a Cubitt room; this boasts views out over St. Pancras as well as elegant olive coloured walls offset by the walnut furniture. I am also delighted to discover a pantry just outside of my room which is fully stocked with cakes and tea of every description. Although a clear choice for travellers, the hotel has a romance and charm that makes it a perfect weekend getaway for couples. 

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lum + Spilt Milk is the hotel’s exceptional and stunningly designed restaurant; the brainchild of Mark Sargeant, it specialises in simple, seasonal fare, cooked creatively and is worth a visit in and of itself. I am lucky enough to go for dinner and am treated to tangy crab with avocado followed by tender, succulent Goosnargh chicken. For pudding I can’t resist the Plum + Spilt Milk, named after the restaurant: bittersweet plums served with a sugar-encrusted block of deep-fried milk custard. Heaven. 

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ing’s Cross has undergone a wave of regeneration that has made it a destination not just for travellers. St Pancras itself is home to shops including Fortnum & Mason, Jo Malone and Whistles and the King’s Cross theatre is currently home to The Railway Children, a magical production for both adults and little ones alike. 

THE DAMAGE Rooms start at £220 but there is currently a summer offer of 30% off rooms until 1st September gnhlondon.com; 020 3388 0800

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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

WEST ELM

Deco Barware Collection, £59; westelm.com

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ATKIN AND THYME

White Marble and Agate Side Table; £99 atkinandthyme.co.uk

OUT THERE INTERIORS

Tripod Table Lamp with Brushed Gold Finish; £165 outthereinteriors.com

ATKIN AND THYME

Stirling Drinks Trolley; £298 atkinandthyme.co.uk

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Ya m a k a w a R a t t a n Made from natural rattan, this chair is bang on the SS16 trend. First designed in 1965, the geometric black powdercoated steel frame gives the traditional weave a modern edge so that the chair has an enduring appeal. £560; scp.co.uk

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HOMES & INTERIORS / NOTES ROMAN HOLIDAY

Ladurée Beauté Got wanderlust? Try and scratch that itch with Ladurée Beauté’s new range of Lucky Charms candles. Each inspired by a different destination, we like Rome’s blend of myrrh, cinnamon and honey. £45; amara.com

LALIQUE

Monkey Wisdom Box Set, £435; amara.com

JONATHAN ADLER

Caracas Dining Table and Maxime Dining Chair; jonathanadler.com

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FRENCH FANCY

Frenchy Furniture In response to the demand for bespoke furniture in London, Parisian Thierry Talibon opened Frenchy Furniture. With a background in luxury hotels and Michelin starred restaurants, Talibon stocks French designers such as Gilles Nouailhac, who was behind the design of this flamboyant chair. frenchyfurniture.com

FAN CLUB

Tom D ixon Tom Dixon’s Fan Chair is a dramatic and sculptural take on the traditional British Windsor Chair. Formed from machined wooden spindles, the curved back and circular base make a striking silhouette. Perfect for any living space. £495; tomdixon.net

NUDE

Contour Gold Vase; £154 store.wallpaper.com

ATKIN AND THYME

Archie Photographic Tripod Floor Lamp in White; £179; atkinandthyme.co.uk

CUSHTY

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Nina Kullberg Drawing on the rich history and cultural variety of the world, Nina Kullberg uses different cities – including London, Istanbul and Athens – to inspire her. Each clever design is then made using the finest linen and wool so is seriously high quality too. ninakullberg.com

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JONATHAN ADLER Malachite Tumbler, £68; amara.com

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‘Teg Cut Marble’ table, €768 each; tebian.fi

ECLECT DESIGN

American Modern pitcher/jug, £60, by Russel Wright; eclectdesign.com

YAMAKAWA RATTAN

‘Wrap’ sofa and chaise lounge, POA, by Omi Tahara; yamakaway-rattan.com

YAMAKAWA RATTAN ‘Wrap’ armchair, POA, by Omi Tahara; yamakaway-rattan.com

ALEXANDER & PEARL

Vintage acacia dining furniture – hairs, £240; table, £495; sideboard, £845; alexanderandpearl.co.uk

KULLARO ‘Arches of Kullaro’ mirror, €1,195,

by Lisa Hilland; kullaro.se

TONELLI DESIGN

Atomic wall mirror by Giovanni Garattoni, POA, tonellidesign.com

THÉVOZ CHOQUET Vase, POA; thevoz-choquet.com

ALESSI

‘Time Maze’ clock, £125,

by Daniel Libeskind; alessi.com

IN SPACES

SUMMER SENSATIONS

Orange Tulips Retro Cushion, £58; in-spaces.com

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‘Skyline’ pendant light, £988,

by Julia Richoz; louispoulsen.com

‘Terrace’ table, POA, by Sebastian Herkner; inteloo.com

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bright top floor duplex, which is located in a period conversion on Goswell Road. Offered in good decorative order comprising open living and a ‘L’ shaped balcony, Goswell Road is perfectly placed to make the most of the many amenities that Clerkenwell has to offer.

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St. Pancras Chambers, King's Cross NW1 2 Bedroom Apartment in Grade I listed building.

Situated on the second floor of this immaculate landmark building in King's Cross is this beautifully presented two bedroom apartment. The apartment has been reconfigured and refurbished extensively, including underfloor heating, bespoke solid oak kitchen, high quality appliances and range oven, electric blinds, new bathroom suite and further bespoke furniture. The property features wonderfully high ceilings and well laid out accommodation with open-plan living in the spacious kitchen/reception room.

EPC: F. Approximately 79.0 sq m (850 sq ft).

Share of Leasehold

Guide price: £1,350,000

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Highbury New Park, Islington N1 Residential road in the heart of Highbury A smart and spacious apartment to rent in a beautiful period mansion building. 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, large reception room, open plan kitchen and access to a large communal garden. Approximately 53 sq m (573 sq ft).

EPC: D.

Available unfurnished

KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings islingtonlettings@knightfrank.com 020 3641 6138

Guide price: £475 per week KnightFrank.co.uk/ISQ194225 All potential tenants should be advised that as well as rent, an administration fee of £276 and referencing fees of £48 per person will apply when renting a property. Please ask us for more information about other fees that may apply or visit KnightFrank.co.uk/tenantcharges

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All apartments benefit from the use of the residents’ private dining room overlooking the Dan Pearson designed courtyard garden

A LIFESTYLE TO SHARE When it comes to an address, King’s Cross has it all – right at the heart of London.

Unbeatable connections, an historic, canalside setting, beautiful parks, gardens and squares, shopping, eating, culture and education.

Two and three bedroom apartments at amazing King’s Cross from £995,000.

Visit the show apartment and marketing suite Monday to Friday by appointment, contact us on 020 7205 4166

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HOUSE HUNTING

MOST SATISFYING TRANSACTION:

I NEVER THOUGHT I’D SEE:

The sale of a fantastic two bedroom apartment in the Tapestry building, which is due for completion in November. The flat was bought by an employee from one of the companies who are about to move into the area.

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We have been lucky enough to deal with a number of sales in Keystone Crescent, the smallest crescent in the whole of Europe.

It's close to King’s Cross station and every property is grade II listed.

his spectacular flat offers stylish modern living and has been recently refurbished to a very high standard. Greeted by a vast and bright entrance hall, there is an immediate feeling of spaciousness. There are two double bedrooms, the master bedroom having access to an en suite bathroom. The lounge has a sweeping circular bay and direct access onto the south

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IT'S CLOSE TO KINGS CROSS STATION AND EVERY PROPERTY IS GRADE II LISTED

King’s Cross as one of the most popular places to live in London. Thanks to the Eurostar and the regeneration project by Argent it is now one of the most desirable places to own property in London.

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STIRLING ACKROYD • SHOREDITCH •

KATE BENTLEY Lettings Manager KFH, Clerkenwell HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN IN THIS AREA?

For over four years.

JUST SOLD

WHAT IS YOUR ETHOS?

To be true to others and to provide them with the best possible advice and personal service that they will remember.

GLYNDE ESTATE • BN� •

£1.4m

WHAT ARE YOUR FAVOURITE PROPERTIES RIGHT NOW?

I currently have two favourite properties – Dance Square and Cheshire Street. Dance Square is a modern two bedroom apartment set on the first floor of a popular development in Clerkenwell and Cheshire Street is a modern top floor two bedroom apartment with views over the city.

aggie, a client whose Hampstead home I sold for £3m, downsized to Amwell Street, EC1 and kindly recommended me to her friend Beth. Beth asked if we could sell her Manor House near Lewes on the Glynde Estate in East Sussex. I motored down to meet Beth

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MARKET PREDICTIONS FOR THE COMING MONTHS?

Despite the uncertainty of Brexit, we’re seeing stability in the lettings market. There has been downward pressure on rents on high end stock over the past few months and this likely to continue in the short term.

However, as we enter what is normally the busiest time of the year we expect this to change with rents strengthening by the end of 2016. ◆

KFH Clerkenwell, 020 7563 5065; kfh.co.uk

and after careful research and due diligence, a few weeks later we emerged as Beth’s sole agent to sell her Georgian Manor House for £1.4m. Beth’s buyer came via our London offices and we concluded a sale with a Kensington-based cash buyer. Although market conditions were deteriorating, we managed to negotiate the sale through to a timely completion prior to the Brexit vote. ◆

J o n a t h a n We s t r a y

Nick Karamanlis Stirling Ackroyd Sales Director

Q&A WHAT HAVE YOU LEARNT RECENTLY ABOUT THE LOCAL MARKET?

That it can change very quickly due to uncertainty, almost on a daily basis. A negative newspaper article can unsettle buyers and vendors which changes the mood and dynamics of a market.

Director of PER Westray 020 3500 0230; propertyeye.net

WHERE ARE YOU SEEING THE HIGHEST PRICE RISES AT THE MOMENT?

Prices are steady on the whole due to Brexit. There is a lot of talk of prices coming down but vendors are standing firm by in large as they are not desperate to sell and interest rates are low so they are not forced to.

MEET THE TEAM

CHESTERTONS Islington

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WHERE SHOULD I INVEST?

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Scott Abrahams

I’ve been at Chesterton’s for three years having started as a negotiator in Camden in 2008. I live in Kentish town and love north London. My dream property would be a lake side timber cabin that backs onto woodland with enough space to keep chickens and bees. ◆

I have a long history in north London having grown up in the suburb of Mill Hill in north west London and now residing in Muswell Hill. I have worked in agency for over ten years and love Islington for all it has to offer, notably the Earl of Essex on Danbury Street. ◆

Senior Negotiator, Sales 020 7288 8304

Associate, Sales 020 3040 8531

Anywhere in East London. I understand the uncertainty but the way I see it most people will buy a property and live in it for at least two years. Mortgage borrowing is at an all-time low so buyers are in a great position to secure a property with less competition than the usually frantic east end market. ◆

Stirling Ackroyd Shoreditch, 020 7749 3838; stirlingackroyd.com

SPOTLIGHT ON CITY & ANGEL AVERAGE RENTAL VALUES OF FLATS BY BEDS (Last 12 Months)

AVERAGE RENTAL VALUES OF HOUSES BY BEDS (Last 12 Months)

£713 £823 £1,056

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Completely at home in North London.

Our services Sales and Lettings Land and New Homes Block and Estate Management Property Solicitors Chartered Surveyors Financial Services Visit kfh.co.uk

With over 35 years’ experience and more than 55 branches across the Capital, our local knowledge and London network will ensure we achieve the right result for you.

Our dedicated North London branches include • Clerkenwell • Highgate • Islington For all our branch locations across London visit kfh.co.uk/branches

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A spacious and beautifully presented two bedroom apartment with high ceilings and a south westerly balcony.

Merlin’s Court is ideally located for the village atmosphere of Amwell Street and the popular restaurants of Exmouth Market. The City and West End are easily accessible via local transport links.

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Two double bedrooms Contemporary bathroom Open plan reception High ceilings Balcony Share of freehold EPC rating C

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A spacious three bedroom house arranged over three floors in an exceptional period building. Presented in immaculate condition, the stylish property boasts beautiful fireplaces and sash windows.

St Paul Street is a quiet residential road near both Arlington and Union Squares as well as Upper Street.

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Westbourne Road, Islington, N7 £3,445 pcm This well proportioned apartment is arranged over three floors of an attractive period house and is finished to the highest specification. The property provides over 1,300 sq ft of living space and comprises three generous bedrooms, a spacious reception room, wet room and further bathroom, plus a kitchen/diner that leads onto a private garden with paved and decked areas.

The nearest station is Caledonian Road & Barnsbury mainline station, which is within walking distance. Furnished. EPC rating D. Islington 020 7359 3636 islington.lettings@kfh.co.uk

Dresden Road, Highgate, N19 £3,900 pcm This stunning mid terrace house is arranged over three floors and provides 1,792 sq ft of accommodation, plus a basement and private garden. This family home benefits from four large bedrooms, double reception and a spacious kitchen/diner. This property boasts a mix of wood flooring and carpets throughout, and an attractive neutral décor.

Set in the popular Whitehall Park area, this property is located moments from Highgate Village and Crouch End Broadway, as well as several transport links. Furnished or unfurnished. EPC rating D. Highgate 020 8342 7030 highgate.lettings@kfh.co.uk

£210 tenancy agreement fee per property.

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IN THEIR OWN

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Alex Broadfoot SALES MANAG ER

Stirling Ackroyd, Dalston

REBECCA NOONAN

I

was born in Germany but spent my childhood growing up between Scotland and Kenya. German, Invernesian and Swahili have yet to come in useful in Dalston, but my LinkedIn profile looks great. And, when it comes to multi-lingual opportunities (those limited to brief conversations about the direction Wildebeest are running in), I’m your guy.

The initial period of telling people I work ‘in property’ was soon replaced with a no-nonsense, ‘estate agent’. An effective agent is even more valuable than a good solicitor or good surveyor, owing to our ability to create relationships with both clients and buyers – something that is unique to high street agents. These relationships are founded solely in the manner in which we drive the sale forward.

Hackney has been my home for the last seven years. I started out working as a property manager in west London, now I find myself a married man, father of one and manager of Stirling Ackroyd’s new Dalston office. I've been working in the industry for the last eight years covering management, lettings

Dalston, as the cultural epicentre, is the jewel in the east’s crown and sales. Five years commuting to and from west London has since become a fifteen minute walk into the office where I get to sell property in the place I know and love so well.

Hackney is a special borough but Dalston, as the cultural epicentre, is the jewel in the east’s crown. Bordering Highbury, De Beauvoir, Stoke Newington and Queensbridge, it reaps the benefits of flourishing property markets, whilst retaining its charm and personality. This quiet area is full of Georgian cul-de- sacs, however you are only ever a short walk from an open air food market or illicit rave.

Dalston is a diverse market; first time buyers, buy-to-let investors and developers, as well as the migrating families of Highbury & Islington, all keep us busy. Young

fathers arrive from westerly boroughs safe in the knowledge that they can keep their beard and still be able to source their safewords like ‘artisan’ and ‘sourdough’.

Hackney surpassed Kensington and Chelsea in the last five years, in terms of price growth, and continues to be viewed favourably on a pounds per square foot basis.

Demand is on the rise and, where the market may be subdued in other parts, the simple economics mean that supply does not meet demand. For that reason we have seen as much as 12% increases in value over the last 12 months, peaking in 2013 around 25%, but continuing to rise with plenty of room for growth.

To the future… post-referendum Dalston still has the air of prereferendum Dalston. In a borough that voted overwhelmingly to remain (80%), the sun continues to shine and flat whites are still reassuringly expensive. Those that opted to keep their powder dry will have no doubt come to realise that they still need somewhere to live, and those that now choose to sell are reaping the benefits of a reawakened market. 

DALSTON / 020 3058 3750 / stirlingackroyd.com

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LECONFIELD ROAD, HIGHBURY, N5

£675,000 SHARE OF FREEHOLD

Set over the upper parts of this e quisite i torian terra e is this stunning two bedroom flat. he propert has been re entl refurbished b the urrent owners to an impe able standard and provides well proportioned light rooms throughout. two bedroom | resident parking | great lo ation

INNOVATION STUDIOS, LONG STREET, E2 £849,999 LEASEHOLD Rare to market is this impressive and unique two double bedroom split level apartment in the desirable Innovation Studios. two bedrooms | two bathrooms | off street parking

ISLINGTON | 020 7354 2480 | islington@winkworth.co.uk HIGHBURY | 020 7989 7000 | highbury@winkworth.co.uk

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CROSSLEY STREET, ISLINGTON, N7 £1,155 PER WEEK A superb three bedroom ictorian conversion located on a quiet residential road moments from slington s fashionable pper Street. This delightful house is arranged over three floors and benefits from a pretty garden and e ceptionally stylish interiors. three bedrooms | two bathrooms | garden

UMBERSTON STREET, LONDON, E1 £550 PER WEEK A stylish top floor two double bedroom apartment in this modern development convenient for Aldgate East and the Square Mile. The property comprises of a large open plan kitchen/living room with access to a private balcony running the full length of the apartment with incredible views of East London. two bedrooms | two bathrooms | balcony

ISLINGTON | 020 7354 2480 | islington@winkworth.co.uk HIGHBURY | 020 7989 7000 | highbury@winkworth.co.uk

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BARING STREET, ISLINGTON, N1 £1,075,000 FREEHOLD A rare opportunity to ac uire this mid terrace ictorian house situated on a uiet enclave close to egents canal. three bedrooms | terraced | garden

SANDYS ROW APARTMENTS , SHOREDITCH, E1

£800,000 LEASEHOLD

A stylish and architecturally designed two bedroom ground floor apartment within a converted building in the heart of Spitalfields. two bedrooms | period | great location

ISLINGTON | 020 7354 2480 | islington@winkworth.co.uk HIGHBURY | 020 7989 7000 | highbury@winkworth.co.uk

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SOUTHGATE ROAD, ISLINGTON, N1

£825 PER WEEK

This stunning modern house is set over three floors and is immaculately presented. ou enter the house through your own front door and you are immediately presented with a beautiful and bright open plan dining and living area that leads on to a private garden. three bedrooms | two bathrooms | garden

FLINTLOCK CLOSE, ALDGATE, E1

£795 PER WEEK

A three double bedroom house, recently built and finished to an extremely high standard. The property also comprises of two bathrooms, high spec kitchen, spacious living area and an impressive private terrace with views across to Canary Wharf. three bedrooms | two bathrooms | roof terrace

ISLINGTON | 020 7354 2480 | islington@winkworth.co.uk HIGHBURY | 020 7989 7000 | highbury@winkworth.co.uk

SHOREDITCH | 020 7749 7650 | shoreditch@winkworth.co.uk winkworth.co.uk

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

NOEL IS SELLING HIS LITTLE VENICE OASIS

oel Gallagher recently dodged the chance to make up with his brother Liam by refusing to get together in Cannes to discuss new Oasis documentary, Supersonic, made by Asif Kapadia, who was behind the award-winning film about Amy Winehouse. The documentary will follow Oasis from their early days through to the release of iconic album Definitely, Maybe, and its film-makers recently called on fellow Mancunians to dig out any home movies of the boys in a school nativity play, which mum Peggy Gallagher fondly recalls.

Since leaving the band in 2009, Noel has forged a successful path as a solo artist with new band High Flying Birds. The rocker, 48, ditched the drugs and wild parties to settle down with second wife Sara MacDonald, buying this endof- terrace house in London’s Little Venice in 2010. On the banks of Regent's Canal, he lives there with two sons, but is looking for £11.5m for it. The six bedroom home has a large kitchen and a separate dining room which leads directly out onto a private patio and garden. There’s also a separate mews house with a gym.  Knight Frank 0203 811 2141 www.knightfrank.co.uk

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Dame Diana Rigg was voted the sexiest television star in 2002. These day’s she’s known for her role as Lady Olenna Tyrell in Game of Thrones. Diana has made some good career choices, and is evidently canny when it comes to property too; she’s just sold her four bedroom terraced house off the Fulham Road and made £2m on the deal; she bought it for £1.2m in 2003, renovated it and recently made £3.2m to spend on a move to smaller, top-floor mansion flat nearby. But she may be horrified to discover that, only weeks after she moved out, the builders have moved in and are tearing the place apart.  Sold for £1.2m

This property is worlds away from the young wizard's modest upbringing at 4 Privet Drive

WHERE HARRY POTTER GREW UP

K Rowling asked her Twitter followers to keep the plot of her new play Harry Potter and the Cursed Child to themselves and allow future audiences to enjoy the plotline. The eighth Harry Potter story picks up 19 years after Lord Voldemort was vanquished. Former boy wizard Daniel Radcliffe isn’t in the new production – he’s been busy making movies. Big film roles have helped him grow a £60m fortune and a hefty property portfolio; he’s known to have at least three Big Apple apartments. Radcliffe grew up at this four bedroom house in Sherbrooke Road, and was reportedly in the bath when he found out he’d won the role of Harry. Despite having a cupboard under the stairs, with a price tag of £1.45m, this property is worlds away from the young wizard’s modest upbringing at 4 Privet Drive.  Chestertons 0207 384 9898 www.chestertons.com

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WHERE JOAN WATCHED GRACIE SING

hen singer Gracie Fields turned up at the opening of this theatre in 1937 to cut the ribbon, she attracted a crowd of 10,000 fans. Gracie Fields was a top box-office draw and the highest paid actress in Britain. According to the Kentish Mercury, Fields – who went onto become a popular forces entertainer - described the new Greenwich Granada Theatre as “proper posh” and then said in a rich

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Lancashire accent: “Well, I don’t suppose you want to hear me talking, you want to hear me sing. Shove a piano on the stage, lads!” Actress Joan Collins loved the Saturday morning pictures and, living nearby at the time, she recalled the opening night in 1937: “The whole Granada building was dark and I was sitting on my father’s shoulder... all of a sudden, all of the outside lights went on. Everybody cheered and screamed and clapped... and then Gracie Fields came and sang some of her popular songs. It was very special.” But it’s magic didn’t endure.

The theatre closed during the late 1960s and was redeveloped into flats about a decade ago. This three bedroom, first floor apartment is on the market for £1.55m. Savills 0207 531 2500 www.savills.co.uk

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RESTAURANT ROYALTY TO RESIDENTIAL LUXURY

he most famous restaurant with connections to the Rolling Stones is former bassist Bill Wyman’s Sticky Fingers in Kensington. But The Gas Works off the Kings Road is also a Stones favourite – famed for its starry client list but terrible food. During the 1970s and 80s the restaurant attracted everyone from gangsters to royalty and it was claimed that Princess Margaret used to have secret liaisons there with notorious Fulham gangster John Bindon. But The Gasworks has now gone and in its place are two newly-renovated flats. The first has two bedrooms and two bathrooms and is on the market for £1.35m, while the second also has two bedrooms with one bathroom and a west facing roof terrace, priced at £1.25m.  Savills 0207 731 9400 www.savills.co.uk

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Roseberry Place, E8

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£769,950 Downham Road, N1

Offered new to the market is this three double bedroom apartment set within Dalston Square. Boasting over 1000sqft of space (including balcony area), the property boasts an open plan reception/kitchen/diner leading to a private west facing balcony offering views of the City.

BlakeStanley are delighted to market this first floor two bedroom apartment on the Kingsland Basin in De Beauvoir Town. The property comprises of semi open plan reception / kitchen, two double bedrooms, family bathroom, ensuite shower room and south facing balcony.

Leasehold

Laycock Street, N1

Leasehold

£750,000 De Beauvoir Wharf, N1

Offered to the market chain free is the two double bedroom maisonette within a private gated development just moments from shops, bars and restaurants of Upper Street. The property offers open plan living, two double bedrooms, two bathrooms and an off street parking space.

Share of Freehold

£700,000

£405 PW*

A fantastic opportunity to rent this lovely canal side apartment with generous roof terrace. The apartment is situated on the top floor of this new development and consists of a bright and spacious reception/kitchen, a good sized double bedroom and a bathroom with shower over bath.

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AVENELL ROAD, N5 £800,000 > 2 bedrooms > 1 bathroom > 1 reception > Freehold > Patio and Roof terrace This end of terrace, period home occupies two stories and includes a patio area and further roof terrace. The closest tube station is Arsenal underground.

MILDMAY ROAD, N1 £965,000 > 2 bedrooms > 2 bathrooms > 1 reception > Ground floor maisonette > Gardens and Roof terrace This beautifully presented two bedroom maisoneette has been meticulously refurbished, with landscaped gardens and extended to create larger bedrooms and an additional roof terrace.

DALSTON OFFICE OPENING SOON We are delighted to announce the opening of our Dalston office at the end of the summer, our seventh residential office and fourth in theBorough Hackney. Opening on the corner of Dalston Lane and Balls Pond Road, the office will be positioned in the true heart of Dalston. For more information on our new office or for a no obligation valuation, please get in touch.

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MILLION POUND STREETS Where the streets have no limit?

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ondon’s prime property market boom has been unprecedented.

House prices within the most desirable streets on the capital have been rising so fast recently that in one area house price have almost doubled in five years.

Savills say prices in what it calls North and East Prime London (Shoreditch, Islington, Wapping and Canary Wharf) have risen by 42.1% over the past five years. Other areas of prime London have not been so spectacular, but still extraordinary including Prime Central London (+28%) and Prime North West London (Primrose Hill and St John’s Wood to you and me) at +27.9%.

But it’s not all clinking champagne flutes. Some agents say the party may be over as the European refer-

endum, increased Stamp Duty and jittery foreign buyers have reduced demand in these markets.

Despite these worries, these percentage increases mean some roads still feature houses for sale at record highs; remember it was only a year ago that a renovated mansion on Upper Brook Street in Mayfair sold for £90m. So what are the other streets in London that can claim such huge prices? Here we reveal where the most expensive residential roads and streets are, based on data from Zoopla.

SIX BEDROOM MANSION IN HAMPSTEAD VILLAGE. £9.95M VIA SAVILLS, 020 7472 5018

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Average price: £42.6 million ensington and Chelsea is the king of bling. At least half of K the 20 most expensive streets in London are in the borough and the list is led by Kensington Palace Gardens which connects Kensington High Street and Bayswa-

ter Road. Last year, the tree-lined and security-guarded avenue featured the sale of 15a, which went on the market with a 125-year lease at £85 million. u

SEVEN BEDROOM DETACHED FOR SALE ON COMPTON AVENUE, HAMPSTEAD. £9.95M VIA KNIGHT FRANK, 020 3811 2459.

Average house price: £15.01m ompton Avenue like its neighbour Courtenay C Avenue, is off Hampstead Lane in the leafy clutch of roads below the Spaniards Inn. Compton Avenue is particularly well known for its ‘knock downs’. This is where modest homes built during the post-war years are bought up by developers and then flattened to make way for opulent mansions.

There is currently a large, detached house for sale on the road with Knight Frank. The Red House, which has a swimming pool, large garden and seven bedrooms is on the market for £9.95m. u

FROGNAL WAY, HAMPSTEAD

Average house price: £13.27m his private, gated road behind Hampstead Parish T Church has bit of an ‘off-grid’ feel to it despite the huge detached houses and high prices along its length. The road isn’t paved and its sandy, sometimes uneven surface is in great contrast to the neat, upmarket roads around it. Its most famous home owner to date has been Gracie Fields, the film and stage star of the 1930s. There’s a house for at the moment backing on to Frognal Way for sale with Savills for sale at £9.95m. It’s a six bedroom detached, double fronted mansion with an indoor pool, staff flat and garden. u

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Kinver House, Elthorne Road, Archway, N19 | Offers in Excess of £500,000 Leasehold 2 DOUBLE bedroom 2nd floor apartment in popular modern block built approx. 8 years ago.The property comprises a spacious open plan reception room/kitchen with direct access to a private BALCONY, a main bathroom, second EN SUITE SHOWER ROOM and a spacious hallway with storage.

2 DOUBLE bedroom apartment | Easy reach of shops and transport | Modern block built circa. 2008 | Main Bathroom + En Suite Shower | EPC rating: Band B

Farrer Road, Crouch End, N8 | £1,600,000 Freehold Stunning 4 bed Edwardian family house over 3 floors. Featuring huge kitchen/dining/family room with patio doors, through "Double" reception, spacious entrance Hall, downstairs WC, 3 bedrooms, large bathroom/WC,separate walk-in shower/steam room, 4th bedroom with E/S shower on 2nd floor with access to superb roof terrace.

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Archway Road, Highgate, N6 | ÂŁ425.00 per week This beautiful brand newly refurbished two double bedroom split level garden apartment in the heart of Highgate. Benefits include: private rear paved garden, two double sized bedrooms, separate modern fitted kitchen, spacious reception room, one fully tiled shower room, one fully tiled bathroom, gas central heating & double glazing.

Two Double Bedroom | Newly Refurbished | Modern Fitted Kitchen | Wood Flooring | EPC Rating: Band TBC

Penn Road, Hillmarton Conservation Area, N7 | ÂŁ925.00 per week Drivers & Norris are delighted to offer an outstanding duplex three bedroom apartment set on this quiet residential street.The property offers an abundance of natural light and space and is made up of a spacious open plan reception room with state of the art kitchen to include wine cooler and integral coffee maker.

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WORK IT OUT BUT DOES IT HAVE A GYM?

Many Londoners’ almost fanatical desire to keep fit is driving a boom in gyms within homes and developments, says Nigel Lewis

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ritain is gym crazy and London is leading the charge. The number of gym members exceeded 1.5 million for the first time in the capital and nationally one in eight people are now members, a growth of nearly 6% over the past 12 months. Most London high streets now have one, from the budget operations like Pure Gym to £200-a-month Equinox in Kensington.

But, while this may be helping people of all incomes to shed pounds, tone muscles and keep fit, it is also changing the shape of London’s property market.

“People are more aware of health issues than ever before,” says Rachel Thompson of property finding agency The Buying Solution.

“On the most part, free time is an ultimate luxury but the other thing I notice is how fit most people are now.”

This health focused demographic varies from fitness-mad Millennials to the Generation Xers and one example is 36year- old James Peel, who recently bought an apartment at the Ryewood development

by Berkeley Homes in Sevenoaks. He describes himself as a fitness fanatic.

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Faced with such demand, the new homes industry has gone gym mad “The development’s onsite residents’ gym offers an added bonus for my training as keeping fit is a really important part of my daily routine,” he says.

Faced with such demand, the new homes industry has gone gym mad with almost every new block now including facilities.

And in the prime resales market for houses, it is becoming almost standard to have at least a fitness room downstairs.

“For energetic, high net worth leaders of industry fitness is a key factor in their lives,”

says Richard Bernstone of agent Aston Chase.

“While many people in this demographic retain their own personal fitness instructors, when looking to buy a home an in-house gym is very high on the wish list.

“It is almost expected and if a well-fitted gym is in situ, without a doubt this will add to the saleability of a house."

A good example is the Atlas building on City Road. It’s a 38-floor apartment tower that will come with its own residents’ lounge, cinema, spa and gym.

“Our purchasers want to look and feel better and that’s why they want gyms,” says Andrew Hawkins of developer Rocket Investments. For the same reason, demand is being created by renters. Young Londoners faced with an average rent of £1,563 per property expect good facilities.

This is having a knock-on effect on London’s property investment market.

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High-quality leisure facilities continue to be a strong draw for buyers seeking to invest in new London homes,” says Tom Bryant of CBRE. “As a result, a high proportion of new build properties now incorporate hotel-style facilities that are available exclusively to their residents, with London Dock in Wapping a prime example of this trend.

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“It not only offers a 20m swimming pool with sauna, steam room and spa but also a state-of-the- art gymnasium and one of the first residents’-only squash courts in London.”

It is clear that everyone in the property market is catching on to this gym craze, and Rachel Thompson from The Buying Solution is convinced healthy living is becoming more and more of a hook, particularly for developers. It would seem buyers agree. u

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