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eptember is a month for new things: new season, new school term and, best of all, new clothes.

As the fashion world gears up for another Fashion Week, we're prepping our wardrobes for an influx of cosy jumpers, chic coats and smart boots. To help you on your way, we've rounded-up some of the biggest AW17 trends. Turn to page 34 for a celebration of all things '70s; retro cord, rainbow colourways and throwback sportswear are the order of the day. It's not all about fashion, however, and this issue we're celebrating fresh starts with a number of inspiring women. We met last year's lipstick-loving Bake Off winner Candice Brown, to discuss life after the tent and her new cookbook, Comfort. Finally, if you're looking for some local culture, then head to page 18 for a look at the latest art fair making the industry sit up and take note. All this and the usual mix of events, inspiration and wanderlust.

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Theory

New York based Theory is renowned for creating sophisticated and comfortable modern clothing for the modern woman. The fall collection is a powerful expression of style, with non-traditional suiting, gorgeous dresses and exquisite outerwear. theory.com

Shouldering Suede

Crafted from buttery light-brown suede and textured-leather, Chloé's 'Lexa' bag will add a touch of bohemia to any ensemble. Carry yours by the detachable top handle or cross-body strap. £1,595; net-a-porter.com

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Inspired by Turkish rugs, this handcarved respite sets the tone for the entire room with its modern shape and kaleidoscopic colours. £398; anthropologie.com

FASHIONED FURNISHING

Made from a sumptuous wool blend, Missoni’s bright and energetic Sandra cushion lends an eclectic splash of colour to interior designs. £240, selfridges.com

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ABSOLUTELY / LOVES GESTUZ

Elegantly traversing understated chic and directional statement pieces, Gestuz has become synonymous with a confident, covetable wardrobe. This Moxie Long Shirt is the perfect throw-over for the transitional season. £199, gestuz.com

ON THE ROCKS

Bulleit-10-Year-Old is the latest in Frontier's extensive collection.

Tasting notes of rich toasted oak, vanilla and dried fruits come together

SPECS APPEAL The DiorSplit1 sunglasses reinterpret a classic shape in a graphic style. Now all we need is an Indian Summer to rock them throughout September. £399; farfetch.com

URBAN HYMNS

Chris Floyd’s fascinating memoir pays tribute to The Verve’s seminal, Urban Hymns. Two decades since the colossal success of the album, Floyd’s imagery captures the golden era at the height of the band’s fame. £29.95; reelartpress.com

Pen to Paper

An elegant addition to your desk, this leather Liberty London address book adds a hint of character to your journaling. £49.95, libertylondon.com

Gilded Kiss

Be gilded in precious metals with MAC’s new lipstick collection. There are 18 lust-worthy, limited edition shades, each infused with sparkle and pearl to create a matte-metallic look. £16.50; maccosmetics.com

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WANDERLUST 2 3 Se p t e m b e r Vi c to r i a Pa rk anderlust are renowned for their mindful triathlon - a combination of w running, yoga and meditation that attracts thousands of fitness fanatics the world over. This month the concept comes to Victoria Park along with live music, DJs, artisanal vendors and local food. ◆ Grove Road, E3; wanderlust.com

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16 - 24 Se p t e m b e r Te a B u il di ng n artist, colourist and consultant, Sophie Smallhorn explores the A relationships between colour, volume and proportion across prints, sculpture and site specific installations. See her latest works on display at Shoreditch’s iconic Tea Building as part of London Design Week. 56 Shoreditch ◆ High Street, E1; sophiesmallhorn.co.uk

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Hundreds of exhibitors are welcomed each year to the burgeoning design district of west Kensington as the UK’s largest trade show for architects and designers returns. The theme this year is Elements, which covers the fundamentals of design, the materials used, the processes of development and everything in between.

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INK From 9 September D u k e o f Yo rk T he a tre n Fleet Street 1969 the sun rises and O a young, rebellious Rupert Murdoch sets out on The Sun’s first editor’s quest; to give the people what they want. No matter what the cost. A ruthless, red-topped telling of the birth of one of our most influential newspapers. ◆ St Martin’s Lane, WC2N; inktheplay.com

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DECOREX 17- 2 0 Se p t e m b e r S y o n Pa rk ith a rich heritage of 40 W years, Decorex is internationally renowned for being the destination where interior design professionals discover the finest and most sought-after luxury products from new, emerging and established talent. ◆ Syon Park, Brentford, TW8; decorex.com

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JAZZ FESTIVAL

Returning for the sixth edition and with over 150 luxury suppliers showcasing the very best of bridal, Brides the Show once again brings to life the stylish pages Brides magazine. Expect three days of inspirational and unrivalled wedding planning featuring an exclusive exhibition of couture gowns by Giles Deacon, masterclasses and more.

17- 20 Se pte m b er Royal Albert Ha ll he Royal Albert Hall’s T cutting-edge jazz programme returns for eight unmissable shows taking in everything from Hollywood musicals to Gambian Kora music, via Bahraini influences, South London Afrobeat and Quincy Jones’ new protégé. Expect the best up-andcoming and established names, in the Hall’s intimate Elgar Room.. ◆ Kensington Gore, SW7; royalalberthall.com

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DESIGN JUNCTION 2 1 - 24 Se p t e m b e r Va r i o u s L o c a ti o ns ollowing the success of last year’s event, Design Junction is expanding across King’s Cross locations for London Design Festival. Expect a mix of global furniture, lighting, accessory, material and technology brands, who will

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oy Tyson and Sam Peacock are taking the art world by storm with the first art fair run by artists, for artists.

Taking place at Angel’s Candid Arts Trust later this month, Roy’s People Art Fair breaks the mould of traditional exhibition platforms of a similar elk by giving the power back to the artists.

Roy and Sam, both professional artists themselves, have selected a huge variety of both established and up-and-coming makers, creators and painters to showcase at this non-formal, non-exclusive fair. Roy, of Roy’s People is famous for his miniature people sculptures which are photographed in abstract daily life, while Sam is renowned for his abstract landscape pieces. We caught up with the two to discuss how the concept came about.

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How did the two of you come to work together on this?

R: We’ve been good friends for a long time.

When I can up with the idea of hosting an art fair I talked with Sam about it and we decided to both give it a go.

S: Roy and I have been friends for ages.

We are represented by the same people and do some of the same events together in London. So we hang out when not working on projects and use each other as sound boards for ideas. We both wanted to challenge the concept of art fairs and how they were run at some point and started to draft out a plan for Roys People Art Fair.

Where did the concept arise from?

R: The concept came from my desire to create something that wasn’t just art. I went travelling for a year, during which I had a lot of time to think about what to do when I came home. Either open a gallery or an art fair were my options, the art fair seemed more fun and adventurous.

S: We’ve both had various experiences - good and bad - at art fairs. Instead of moaning about it we wanted to do something positive to challenge it.

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What are you hoping the public will take away from the experience?

R: I hope the public will see a new kind of atmosphere to view art, meet the artists behind the artwork and buy, of course.

I want to make the public feel welcome, relaxed and to enjoy looking at the work and engaging with the artists.

S: Ultimately we want the public to be able to buy art at an affordable price. We have pieces ranging from under £100 to something in the thousands.

What are you hoping the artists will get out of it?

R: The artists will gain a lot for the fair.

Our higher goal is to support our artists in every way possible. So we are giving artists direct access to experts who can pass on knowledge. Social media takeover days to let them reach new audiences.

Network events so they can meet other artists and share ideas. By the end of the fair, each artist will have made many RAFFAELLA BERTOLINI

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new friends and contacts. Many haven’t exhibited at an art fair before, it is our duty to ensure they have a successful experience.

S: We are running a series of pre-show get togethers with industry experts that we both know, so hopefully, some tips on how to best show their work to the public, press and galleries alike.

How difficult is it making it as a successful artist these days and what are some of the challenges an artist might face in their career?

R: It’s very difficult. Of course if your work is genius and you stumble across the ideal gallery then this makes it easier.

But a lot of artists struggle with getting into galleries, getting coverage online, not being accepted into group shows etc, or sometimes not applying to anything for fear of getting rejected.

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S: I don’t think artist set out to be successful. We set out to make work which we feel will challenge the viewer.

Roy and I have had varied measures of success, as do some of the artists we are showing. The difficult part I think is getting the work you show correct and the accompanying backstory to make sense.

How did you decide upon the final lineup of exhibitors?

R: We worked with a panel of four industry experts to get different opinions on all of the artwork. These opinions were invaluable and have helped hugely. But also our own taste. It is our fair so we have picked out artists who we were keen to work with too.

S: This was a hard call. We had a lot of applications, and I mean a lot. When we went live there were about 10 on the first day. We couldn’t offer everyone a space and that was hard. We certainly didn’t charge to apply as some shows do.

What are some of the highlights of the fair?

R: Mr. Doodle live doodling on the opening night will be amazing. I personally cannot wait to see the LEGO mural that David Hughes will be creating throughout the duration of the fair.

S: We have john Dolan and George the Dog, Mr Doodle - the coolest guy in London at the moment and Lego Guy Dave Hughes. 15-17 September, Candid Arts Trust, 3-5 Torrens Street, EC1V royspeopleartfair.com | candidarts.com

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As well as restoring the ice, this facelift has stripped-back decades of old plasterwork to reveal original period roof beams, festooned with climbing plants and new lighting.

The thinking behind the renovation is that QUEENS is now an all-encompassing leisure destination and has expanded into an exciting new domain; with plans for exclusive events, as well as availability for

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ENTERTAINMENT VENUE corporate bookings and private hire. It certainly looks set to become West London’s go-to entertainment venue. After a spin on the ice, visitors enjoy some seriously grown-up activities and QUEENS' new food partner, MEATliquor. Craft beer from the world’s best brewers, a choice of well considered wines, soft drinks and cocktails are available from the venues two buzzing bars, designed in an industrial, British-retro style.

The fun doesn’t stop there however.

Nostalgic games feature at QUEENS with old retro favourites such as PacMan, Asteroids, Point Blank and even the very first video phenomenon Space Invaders, to take you back to the good old

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days. Additionally, the venue boasts 12 competition-standard lanes, with the fastest pin technology for the best possible bowling experience. All that activity is bound to build up appetites, so a special Lanes Menu can be served direct to your team table from masters of meat, MEATliquor. They've become the exclusive food and beverage partner across the site, offering the everloyal MEATliquor following the chance to bowl and skate whilst enjoying classic dishes and signature cocktails.

On their quest for bringing the coolest activites to their 12,500ft2 rink, QUEENS has started Go Karting on Ice, for the ultimate drifing thrill. Also coming soon are Curling and DJs playing on the weekend evenings for the disco loving skaters and hipsters. They even did a one month pop-up with BUMP rollerdisco when the ice was melted in July. u

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Eyre, the trailblazing protagonist, is as inspiring as ever. This dynamic production tells the story of one women’s fight for freedom and fulfilment. Jane Eyre’s spirited heroine faces life’s obstacles head-on, through orphanage, poverty and betrayal, before making the ultimate decision to follow her heart. national theatre.org.uk

Marianne is carrying a child no-one will account for. When a preacher and a boxer show up in the middle of the night, things start to spiral.

Award-winning playwright Conor McPherson beautifully weaves the iconic songbook of Bob Dylan into this show full of hope, heartbreak and soul. oldvictheatre.com

3. GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY

Now until 6 January Royal Court Theatre

Now until 7 October The Old Vic

 In 1934 Minnesota a community is living on a knife-edge, huddled together in the local guesthouse. The owner, Nick, owes more money than he can ever repay, his wife Elizabeth is losing her mind and their daughter

6 September - 14 October Hampstead Theatre

 Jack Cardiff's work established Marilyn Monroe and Katherine Hepburn as icons in the golden age of cinema. His career spanned the development of the medium, from silent film to filmmaking more than half-acentury later. Robert Lindsay stars as the prolific cinematographer in the delightfully witty and poignant new play, Prism. The story follows Jack in his retirement as he attempts to pen out his resplendent past. hampsteadtheatre.com

2. JANE EYRE

26 September - 21 October Lyttelton Theatre

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4. THE FERRYMAN  Jez Butterworth returns to the Royal Court after the multi-award winning Jerusalem. His new play The Ferryman.tells of 1981 Northern Ireland. The Carney farmhouse is a hive of activity with preparations for the annual harvest. A day of hard work on the land and a night of feasting and celebrations lie ahead. But when a visitor shows up unexpected, old traditions come under threat. royalcourttheatre.com

5. CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF Now until 7 October Young Vic Theatre

 Sienna Miller stars as Maggie alongside Jack O’Connell as Brick in this poetic story of a family’s fight for survival. On a steamy night in Mississippi, a Southern family gather at their cotton plantation to celebrate Big Daddy’s birthday. The summer heat is almost as oppressive as the lies they tell. With the future of the family at stake, which version of the truth is real – and which will win out? youngvicwestend.com

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SHINE ON The Tibi girl is a lover of stylistic staples - pieces that combine trendled details with simple silhouettes.

The brand's Resort '18 collection is no exception. Designer Amy Smilovic has announced the return of vinyl, except this time round it's worn high on the waist and loose on the leg. Finish with traffic-stopping, colour pop boots. tibi.com

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WARDROBE APPS STYLICIOUS

Organise your style and get sartorially inspired with Stylicious, the app that creates a digital wardrobe through storing pictures of your clothes. Features include the Style Planner, which allows you to schedule looks for the week.

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Cloth is the app built around how you already use your phone to get dressed. Shoot, save and share your favourite outfits and with one tap categorise looks by everything from event to weather forecast.

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Discover how to style anything in your wardrobe for any occasion. Need a wedding outfit? Set your budget and find the perfect look in seconds. Or, if you need some inspiration, take a photo of an article of clothing (from your wardrobe or in-store) and see the app instantly create countless outfits.

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STYLE BOOK

Stylebook is the expert wardrobe management tool created by an ex-Vogue fashion assistant. With over 90 features to help you curate your closet, the app allows you to import your own clothes, plan what to wear, create packing lists and learn more about your wardrobe with features like cost per wear.

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Good Jeans King & Tuckfield

Minimalist and cool, King & Tuckfield is the premium Brit brand offering a respite from this year's print-clashing maximalism. Denim is the brand’s forte and for AW17 we have our eye on the Marion cut jeans. High-waisted and fitted on the hips but gradually widening through the leg - it's the silhouette of the season; £260. kingandtuckfield.com

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PICK SUITED & BOOTED Rockins

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Clad in burgundy cord and fabulously flared; Rockins certainly knows how to nail the new season suit. Channelling plenty of ’70s glamour, this statement two piece is like a Sierra filter for your wardrobe. Complete the pairing with a vintage band tee, skinny scarf and platform sandals - ideal for those who want to try the suit trend without looking too corporate. matchesfashion.com

RAINBOW BUYS

SLEEP IN STYLE Yo l k e

Blurring the lines between nightwear and ready-to-wear, Yolke is the fashion label making loungewear seriously lust-worthy.

For AW17 the brand has been inspired by ’70s Los Angeles, taking fabrics classically used for menswear and giving them a feminine twist. The mandarin collar and oriental print of the Blossom Silk Lounge Suit gives a nod to this season’s chinoiserie trend. Too pretty to confine to the bedroom; £335. yolke.co.uk

PATENT APPEAL

MADELEINE THOMPSON

Rainbow Jumper, £280; selfridges.com

PAUL SMITH

Multicolour Striped Sunny Espadrilles, £150; ssense.com

MARK CROSS

Small Grace Rainbow Leather Box, £1,760; harrods.com

Robert Clergerie x self-portrait

September signals the start of the new fashion season, which officially gives us permission to lust after autumnal footwear.

Robert Clergerie’s collaboration with self-portrait is everything you could ever want from a winter boot - pointed toe, block heel and high-shine patent. The black and rust iterations will instantly elevate your weekend denim. robertclergerie.com

TOPSHOP

Hacienda Stripe Ribbed Waist T-Shirt

by Unique, £95; topshop.com

MIH JEANS

Rainbow Stripe T-Shirt, £135; farfetch.com

SPORTS DAY Golden Goose Deluxe

Retro sportswear has emerged as one of the most fun throwback fashion trends for AW17. Collegiate bombers, racing stripes and cheerleader sweaters are all ways to wear the look, but we’ve fallen for Golden Goose Deluxe’s metallic knit tee. Wear with tuxedo trousers and heels for a sporty spin on cocktail smart; £280. net-a-porter.com

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ROCKET DOG

Magic White Rainbow Sneakers, £42; rocketdog.co.uk

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Please join us and be inspired by Miele’s Home Economist as they demonstrate a selection of dishes using their top of the range kitchen appliances in our Islington showroom.

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Thursday 14th September

Event Time:

6:30pm – 9:30pm

Address:

Concept Kitchens Islington, 40 Offord Road, London, N1 1EB

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To secure your place*, please email: info@conceptkitchensislington.co.uk with your name and guest name, along with any allergens. *maximum 2 spaces per customer, spaces are limited. Tasters will be available throughout the demonstration.

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FASHION / TREND

NASTY GAL Swan Lake loafer mule, £22; nastygal.com

ALEXA CHUNG Mandarin collar dress, £450; alexachung.com

H&M Wide jacket, £49.99 hm.com

ATTICO Elena mini dress, £918; net-a-porter.com

KURT GEIGER Kensington bag, £129; kurtgeiger.com

RAQUEL ALLEGRA Oriental blouse, £588; farfetch.com

PRADA SS17

BIBA Jacquard oriental cropped trousers, £69; houseoffraser.co.uk

DRIES VAN NOTEN Jacquard ankle boots, £470; selfridges.com

CHIC CHINOISERIE 10 reasons to covet this season’s most intricate trend B y J OY M O N T G O M E R Y

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ADAM LIPPES Opera floral-jacquard coat, £714; net-a-porter.com

MANGO Embroidered platform wedges, £29.99; mango.com

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Miele Cooking Demonstration at CONCEPT KITCHENS, Islington Please join us and be inspired by Miele’s Home Economist.

Order your new kitchen at the event and benefit of free fitting worth over £1,800

Thursday 14th September 6:30pm – 9:30pm To secure your place*, please email: info@conceptkitchensislington.co.uk with your name and guest name, along with any allergens.

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HARVEST OF PLENTY Dolce & Gabbana’s Fall In Bloom make-up collection invites us to embrace the lit-fromwithin beauty of delicate pastels, blooming burgundy, and lush Hortensia. A new palette for a new season - fall never looked so fresh. dolcegabbana.com

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Chanel’s iconic new scent, brow-taming buys and stylish workout gear...

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KOBOX Moorgate, EC2M

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hether it’s spinning, barre or bootcamp, gone are the days of sweating it out on the running machine in your boyfriend's old t-shirt. With achingly cool interiors, juice bars and designer fitness gear, London's new workout spaces are places to see and be seen.

Kobox is one of the latest offerings from the school of cool classes. Offering high intensity boxing-based workouts in a studio setting, it combines heavy bag boxing routines with functional strength training.

The vibe is ‘Fight Club meets night club’, with low lighting, industrial fittings and pumping music aplenty.

You start with either ‘bag work’ or ‘strength training' and then swap places after each round. Following a quick warmup we start with the bag. Kobox uses a clever ‘punch by numbers’ approach to help with the tricky boxing combinations - each number corresponds to a different punch, which is projected onto the wall in a variety of sequences. We soon get into our stride and enjoy the therapeutic sensation of pummelling the bag. We then swap to the ‘floor’, which comprises of rigorous strength training and HITT exercises. Club music blares in the darkened room as our trainer yells instructions. Everyone is in the zone and giving it their all.

We leave the class sweaty yet exhilarated, knowing we had channeled a week's worth of frustration into the punch bag. It's the perfect endorphin therapy for stressed city-dwellers. ◆ KO B OX

85 London Wall, EC2M 7AD; 020 7628 9688 koboxlondon.com

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Lady of Leisure Chanel

For 2017, Chanel has announced the launch of its first new fragrance in over 15 years. Named after and inspired by the brand’s formidable founder, Gabrielle, the scent has been based on the idea of a ‘dream flower’, which draws upon all the floral varieties ever recorded in the history of Chanel fragrances. A sweet scent with a rebellious heart. chanel.com

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RAVE REDUX 3INA

Amp up your make-up bag this September with the UV collection from 3INA. The edit, which comprises of six fluoro products, will flatter your features by day and transform under the UV at night. From a high-shine lip gloss and cream eyeshadow to pressed powder and nail polishes, this collection is ideal for both big nights out and fancy dress ‘dos. Take note for Halloween.

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EYEBROW GELS

BIG HAIR DON’T CARE Sam McKnight

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PICK

Famous for his work with celebrities - Princess Diana, Kate Moss and Lady Gaga to name a few - Sam McKnight is one of world’s most respected hair stylists. Now you can get McKnight’s expertise from the comfort of your home with Hair by Sam McKnight, a range of four styling sprays, covering hold, texture and volume. Your onestop-shop for effortless glamour. sammcknight.com

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ESTEE LAUDER Brow Now Stay-InPlace Brow Gel, £18.50; esteelauder.co.uk

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EYEKO Shape and Define Brow Gel, £18; eyeko.com

MAYBELLINE Brow Drama Sculpting Mascara, £5.99; boots.com

Va r l e y x H a r r o d s

Style-up your workout with this year’s coolest athleisure collaboration.

Combining LA living with London’s urban aesthetic, fashionable fitness brand Varley has paired-up with iconic department store Harrods to create a limited edition workout look. Made from high performance technical fabrics, the outfit is comprised of a sports bra and leggings, both embellished with a Insta-cool marble print. The treadmill is calling. harrods.com

SCENT STORY Penhaligon Portraits

Penhaligon’s Portraits collection is a tribute to the English spirit, one that encapsulates both tradition and humour. The members of the Portrait ‘family’ are an eclectic bunch - from spicy and sweet Clandestine Clara to woody Duke Nelson - each one has a distinct character. What will yours be? penhaligons.com

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BENEFIT Gimme Brow Volumising Eyebrow Gel, £20; benefitcosmetics.com

NARS Brow Gel, £18; narscosmetics.co.uk

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HEALTH & BEAUTY / PRODUCTS SMASHBOX

Colour Correcting Primer, Adjust, £28; smashbox.co.uk

KEVYN AUCOIN

The Sculpting Powder in Medium, £35; cultbeauty.co.uk

SMASHBOX

Always On Matte Liquid Lipstick in Out Loud, £19; smashbox.com

CHANEL

Les 4 Ombres in Candeur et Experience, £42; chanel.com

YSL BEAUTY

Full Metal Shadow the Mats in Fur Green, £22; yslbeauty.co.uk

TOM FORD

Ultra-Rich Lip Colour in Temptation Waits, £40; harveynichols.com

BOBBI BROWN

Skin Reviver - Power Greens Ferment, £29.50; bobbibrown.co.uk

NARS

Nail Polish in Bad Influence, £15; selfridges.com

BURBERRY

Complete Eye Palette in Sage Green, £40; burberry.com

URBAN DECAY

Naked Heat Eyeshadow Palette, £39.50; urbandecay.co.uk

Down to Earth

L’OREAL

Pure Clay Glow Face Mask, £5.99; boots.com

Embrace the elements with Mother Nature-inspired hues By sabrina nunez

CLARINS MARC JACOBS

Cover(t) Stick Colour Corrector in Co(vert) Affairs, £28; johnlewis.com

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Summer Bronzing & Blush Compact, £30; clarins.co.uk

HOURGLASS

Modernist Eyeshadow Palette in Colour Field, £56; spacenk.com

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COMFORT BAKES She stole the show on The Great British Bake Off, and now Candice Brown’s new book, Comfort, will steal the show at home, too. Her mouth-watering recipes are inspired by baking with her nan and are perfect for every occasion, from afternoon tea to birthday parties. £20 penguinrandomhouse.co.uk

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GRAPE NEWS Wine recommendations for the month

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CONFIDENTIAL London’s food news and delicious things to see you through September Wo r d s H A N N A H H O P K I N S

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2016 BERRY BROS. & RUDD RESERVE WHITE BY COLLOVRAY & TERRIER £8.75 The steep slopes of Limoux are especially kind to white wines, particularly Vermentino (aka Rolle), Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay, the last of which dominates this blend with its creamy complexity, courtesy of an element which has been barrel-fermented. ◆

2016 RHEINGAU RIESLING TROCKEN, EVA FRICKE, RHEINGAU £17.75 Scented and subtle, the wine has an acidic quality and a mid-palate of Riesling fruit.

Elegant and controlled, yet accessible and approachable, this is long on the finish.

Drink now to 2023 with a fillet of sole. ◆

2010 CH. TEYSSIER, MONTAGNE SAINTEMILION £14.00 Ch. Teyssier is located in the wine appellation of Montagne-St Emilion. This dense purple wine has oodles of creme de cassis and licorice, hints of barbecue smoke, terrific texture and a long, succulent finish. ◆

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Berry Bros. & Rudd is Britain's oldest wine and spirit merchant, having traded from the same shop since 1698. Today the company also has offices in Japan, Singapore and Hong Kong, a Wine School and an exclusive fine wine and dining venue in St James's. bbr.com

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Ideal for busy, health-aware Londoners, the first Sano shop has breakfast, lunches and take-home dishes that are nutritionally balanced. Already a hit at the likes of Balance Festival, the recipes - devised by ‘The Medicinal Chef’ Dale Pinnock and based on nutritional science - are perfect fuel for a full-on day.

52 Grays Inn Road, WC1; sanoschoolofculinarymedicine.com

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SUSHI BOWLS Island Poke

The trend for poke continues at this Broadgate Circle eatery, where a mix of raw cubes of fresh fish with a soybased dressing are served in a bowl with steamed rice and tasty garnishes.

Healthy and delicious, you can tuck into yours on one of the swinging seats overlooking the area.

Broadgate Circle, EC2M; islandpoke.co.uk

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RIVERSIDE DINING The Ivy Tower B ridge

The latest Ivy opening has views of Tower Bridge and the Tower of London, plus interiors designed by Martin Brudnizki. The menu is perfect for casual lunches, coffees or dinner. We recommend the classic Ivy shepherd’s pie and moreish chicken Milanese.

One Tower Bridge, SE1; theivytowerbridge.com

CITY CURRY

For a touch of old school charm try this latest culinary trend Wo r d s H E L E N B R OW N

01 MAGPIE

At Magpie, from established eatery Pidgin, small dim sum plates of Chinese deliciousness are wheeled around on trolleys for your picking. The menu is ideal for sharing, with dishes including mackerel crudo and terrine with nukazuke pickles.

10 Hedone Street, W1B; magpie-london.com

02 SIMPSON’S IN THE STRAND

temper City

Neil Rankin has opened up his second temper, this time in bustling Angel Court in the City. The menus focuses on gin, New World wines and curry cooked over an open fire pit. We can’t wait to try the mutton rolls and Laksa lamb belly stovies to start, followed by curries like the Lamb scotch bonnet vindaloo. Book and table and see if you can handle the heat...

30 Throgmorton Street, EC2R; temperrestaurant.com

After a recent renovation, Simpson's in the Strand is back and serving its signature dishes on wheels.

The venue's original trolleys from 1848 will be dishing out British classics like roast rib of beef with Yorkshire pudding and roast potatoes.

100 Strand, WC2R; simpsonsinthestrand.co.uk

03 LUTYENS GRILL AT THE NED

The clubby, old-school grill vibes of Lutyens Grill, on the ground floor of The Ned, are enhanced by the traditional trolley service, where meat is carved and fish are filleted right at your table.

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LEVANTINE PINCHOS Tuyo

New to Broadway Market, Tuyo is part of Gallipoli restaurant group with Chef Ricardo Pimental (formerly Salt Yard) at the helm. He’s menu of Mediterranean and Levantine “pinchos” are followed by main dishes and desserts, served in a bright airy space.

129A Pritchard’s Road, E2; tuyo.london

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FOOD TROLLEY RESTAURANTS

The Chiltern's famous oyster cart does the rounds each night, allowing guests to start their meals with a selection of fresh-as-you-like oysters.

1 Chiltern Street, W1U; chilternfirehouse.com

05 HIX SOHO

With the relaunch of HIX Soho as a seafood restaurant - guests can now enjoy the theatre of ’today’s catch' as servers fillet and debone it on a trolley at your table.

66-70 Brewer Street, W1F; hixrestaurants.co.uk

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G CANDICE TOOK THREE MONTHS TO COMPLETE THE BOOK, TESTING OUT EACH RECIPE HERSELF

A Stirring

Success Bake Off winner Candice Brown on her new book, family favourites and life after Britain’s favourite TV show Wo r d s

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H e l e n B r ow n

reat British Bake Off winner Candice Brown stole the show with her stylish soufflés and enviable lipstick collection. More than 15 million people watched her take the cake in 2016 when she pipped fellow contestants Jane Beedle and Andrew Smyth to the Bake Off crown in a whiteknuckle episode of meringue, sponge and a marzipan peacock showstopper.

Now Candice is back with her first cookbook, Comfort.

In a nod to her childhood and home-life, the book is jam-packed with comfort food and baking.

“It’s completely nostalgic and full of the sort of food you remember eating as a child,” Candice explains. “I like things that evoke memories and I wanted to go down that route. They are warm, hearty, ‘I can’t wait for it to cool down so I’m having a big slice now,’ kind of recipes,” she says. “That’s how I like to cook - with sauce dripping down the side and crispy bits on top that my dad would pick at and my mum or me would tell him off because we’d not finished making it yet.”

Candice grew up in the pubs that her parents ran. She would watch her dad prepare meat - skinning rabbits, plucking pheasants - before her mum baked it into rich, hearty pies. But the earliest memories Candice has in the kitchen are with her Nan, Margaret. “I remember she’d make a bakewell tart and then give me the leftovers. Or she’d make Yorkshire puddings and put jam in the scraps to make me a little jam tart,” Candice recalls. “I would drag our heavy leather dining-room chairs through to the kitchen and I’d stand on it next to her. I was a bit of a limit, wherever she was I was attached to her,” she jokes. The book is named after Margaret in testament to the influence she had on Candice growing up. “She was the absolute apple of my eye and when she died the bottom of my world fell out. She was the most modest, hard-working lady and she took so much joy in the family being there,” Candice remembers, “If I could be half the lady she was I would be happy because she really was incredible.”

The book is peppered with tributes to Candice’s family members and memories. Alongside Margaret’s Boiled Fruit Cake there’s Dad’s favourite Black Forest Gateau and Tottie Scones for partner Liam.

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FOOD & DRINK / INTERVIEW “I really wanted Comfort to start off as mine, but as time goes on it becomes the reader’s," Candice explains, “So if you don’t like a flavour, an ingredient or a texture, change it. Start making things your own and stop worrying about baking, because it shouldn’t be worrying, it should be fun and relaxing,” she says. True to her word, Candice heads to the kitchen for a break from her busy schedule. “At the moment I’m trying to bake every day when I’m at home,” she says.

“The other day I had two hours before heading over to my mum and dad’s. I could have spent those two hours doing something constructive, or I could bake and then run late... And that’s normally what I do,” she laughs.

We’re all of course wondering how on earth she stays so svelte with all that sugar. “Well, I eat cake most days, so when I’m at home I try to balance it out with a decent lunch - I’ll have a salad, spinach and rice, and for dinner it’s normally stir fry or something similar,” Candice says.

It is also no doubt partly down to having a schedule that barely lets up. It’s not even 11am and Candice has already done a hefty stint on Radio 2. She also writes for The Sunday Times and works on ITV’s This Morning, though things have calmed down now that the book is done. “I wrote every single recipe and I tried out each one. I really wanted to do it by myself and I got it done in just under three months,” Candice says. “I don’t think I slept very

THE BOOK IS CRAMMED WITH TRIBUTES TO CANDICE'S FAMILY, INCLUDING MALTESER ICE CREAM FOR HER NAN

ORANGE & HIBISCUS MADELEINES Makes about 32 INGREDIENTS

1 tbsp dried hibiscus petals • 100ml boiling water • 90g unsalted butter, melted and cooled, plus extra to grease the moulds • 50g soft light brown sugar • 100g golden caster sugar • 2 large eggs • grated zest and juice of 1 orange, plus extra zest to decorate • 100g plain flour, plus extra for the moulds • just under 1 tsp baking powder • pinch of salt • 1 tbsp orange blossom honey

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much at all during the process,” she laughs.

Life before Bake Off saw Candice teaching at Ashlyns School in Berkhamsted, as a PE teacher, before moving over to the special needs department. “It was something I took great pride in and I worked really hard to get to where I was,” Candice says. So does she miss it? “I do some days,” Candice muses, “especially now it’s the end of term and the kids are sitting their exams; I keep thinking I should be there to help them out,” she says. “But on the other hand, when I do demonstrations and I talk to parents who’ll say ‘You’ve got my daughter or my son into baking,’ it's like I’m almost still doing that role of inspiring and teaching,” Candice continues.

Now with the release of Comfort, Candice will certainly continue to inspire and encourage people to get cooking. Her life since Bake Off has been on a sugar high that shows no sign of dipping any time soon. ◆

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1 Put the dried hibiscus petals in a small bowl and pour over the boiling water. Leave to soften for about 5 minutes. 2 Meanwhile, brush your madeleine moulds with melted butter, then dust them lightly with flour. 3 Combine the brown sugar, 50g of the caster sugar and the eggs in a large bowl and whisk with an electric hand whisk until light and fluffy. Add the orange zest, 90g cooled melted butter, plain flour, baking powder, salt, honey and 1 tablespoon of the hibiscus water, and mix together to make a batter. Leave for a minimum of 30 minutes. 4 Preheat the oven to 170°C fan (190°C/375°F/Gas Mark 5). 5 Spoon the batter into the prepared madeleine moulds (you will need to bake in batches).

Take care not to overfill the moulds. Bake for 10–12 minutes until risen and golden. 6 Remove the madeleines from the moulds and place on a wire rack. Cool the moulds, then brush with melted butter and dust with flour again before baking another batch of madeleines. 7 Once all the madeleines have been baked and cooled, mix together the orange juice, the remaining 50g caster sugar and 3 tablespoons of the hibiscus water in a small saucepan. Stir over a medium heat until the sugar has dissolved and you have a thick syrup. 8 Poke a hole in the underside of each madeleine and brush over the syrup. Wait for this to soak in, then brush on a second coat of the syrup. Finish with a grating of orange zest.

These are best eaten fresh on the day of baking.

Comfort: Delicious Bakes & Family Treats by Candice Brown Ebury Press, £20 penguinrandomhouse.com

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Want to learn to make pasta like a professional?

Book your space for a pasta masterclass at the Bellavita Academy with Simone Remoli the creator of Pasta Remoli!

These special masterclasses are perfect for an enthusiastic home cook, and will give you an opportunity to learn how to prepare perfect pastas and sauces from master pasta maker, our very own Simone Remoli.

Classes take place one evening a week for four weeks, and you will learn to use beautiful seasonal ingredients to make: • Plain pastas with authentic Italian sauces • Different varieties of filled pasta • Different varieties of potato gnocchi • Baked pasta dishes To book your course please visit www.bellavita.academy/courses/remoli PASTA REMOLI WESTFIELD STRATFORD 3 Fresh Food, Great Eastern Market Westfield Stratford City London, E20 1GP 020 8555 9149 info@pastaremoli.co.uk

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FOOD & DRINK / REVIEW

Perilla

Fine dining goes informal at this new North London opening Wo r d s H a n n a h H o p k i n s

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erilla is deceptive in many ways. First, there’s its location, on the corner of an unprepossessing road in Newington Green - the space straddling the border between Islington and Hackney. Second, there’s the menu - a carefully curated list of no more than six main dishes with ambiguous names like ‘courgettes with pecorino & basil’, which sound utterly simple but are anything but...

Inside, the relaxed space has a distinctly Scandinavian vibe, with large windows that flood the space with light, exposed walls and floors adorned with original terrazzo tiles. The furniture and light fittings are vintage pieces, while

tables have been crafted from up-cycled wooden barn doors.

Perilla is the brainchild of Ben Marks and Matt Emmerson. After two acclaimed residencies at Palm 2 in Clapton and Platform 1 in Dulwich last year, they decided to go solo, with the backing of the likes of Philip Howard, of Elystan Street and previously of The Square.

There are certainly shades of Elystan Street in the dishes, which extract rich, complex flavours from humble ingredients. The aforementioned ‘simple’ courgette dish, for example, is actually chunkily cut vegetables sat atop a rich dark green basil sauce, peppered with roughly chopped hazelnuts and pecorino, and even the seaweed bread that accompanies dinner is brushed with

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THE DISHES EXTRACT RICH, COMPLEX FLAVOURS FROM HUMBLE INGREDIENTS roasted lamb fat and served with whipped butter, elevating it to another level.

Dishes can be shared or kept all to yourself, depending on your preference.

We plump for the Provence tomatoes with tangy sheep’s curd and black olive sauce, pistou soup - fresh vegetables in a flavoursome consommé (essentially spring in a bowl) and the roast skate wing with redcurrants and brown butter.

We enjoy our mains with white wine, but there are delicious cocktails too, with a focus on gin from small batch distilleries as well as Perilla’s own infusions, which are visible in jars behind the bar.

By the time dessert arrived the place was abuzz with the sounds of trendy North Londoners, drawn to Perilla by the chef’s credentials and the aesthetics of the dishes. And our final two plates didn’t disappoint on that front. The set buttermilk with strawberries and Woodruff infused custard with cherries were just the right side of sweet and almost too pretty to eat...almost.

Marks and Emmerson aim to bring fine dining out of the expensive, traditional restaurants and make it accessible, affordable and informal. And with Perilla, they’ve pulled it off with gusto. ◆ PERILLA 1-3 Green Lanes, N16, 0207 359 0779 Perilladining.co.uk

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NEW 2018 CATALOGUE OUT NOW Discover the new 2018 furniture and accessories collection in-store now.

BoConcept is all about making design, furniture and colours fit seamlessly in your home. Whether you need help to design an entirely new home or don’t know which sofa to choose for a room, our professional and friendly interior designers are always on hand to help and will offer you a comprehensive free interior design service.

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10 of the best

TYPOGRAPHICAL pieces

Ideas, designs and styles for your home

OLIVER FURNITURE

Alphabet cushions, £35 nubie.couk

Wo r d s p e n d l e h a r t e

LONDON TRANSPORT MUSEUM SHOP

Personalised Johnston mug, £9.99 ltmuseumshop.co.ukk

TALKING TABLES Truly Scrumptious lettered paper plates, £3.99 talkingtables.co.uk

TYPOGRAPHY ALPHABET LETTER PRINTS Arbol House, £29.95 ovohome.com

Life in Colour DESIGN LETTERS

Initial notebook, £12.50 printerandtailor.com

Wa l l a c e S e w e l l Celebrating 25 years of their stylish textile collaboration, Harriet Wallace-Jones and Emma Sewell are showing their graphic weaves at designjunction ahead of their solo show at the Fashion and Textile Museum in October.

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HAVE

SOFT FOCUS

Anna-Lisa Smith In her studio in West Yorkshire, Anna-Lisa Smith designs simple, striking contemporary textiles for the home. All pieces are woven in local mills using the finest quality Lambswool and are hand finished in the studio. anna-lisasmith.com

DESIGN LETTERS

Letter hooks, £22 each designletters.dk

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SQUARE DANCE

RIDLEY'S JIGSAWS

PIPET DESIGN

Framed letter jigsaws, £20 amazon.co.uk

Pipet will present a new range of accessories in the Canopy at designjunction. Celebrating fine British craftsmanship, all their products are printed and handmade in England pipetdesign.com

OF LIFE & LEMONS Retro letter print, £13 oflifeandlemons.co.uk

BE SEATED OMK 1965

These classic chairs, originally designed by Rodney kinsman for Habitat, have been reissued with stylish new designs at designjunction.

Available in a number of colourways, they're an easy way to add a pop of colour to your kitchen interior. omkdesign.com

WALLS AND FLOORS

Cream Scrabble tiles, £8.25 each wallsandfloors.co.uk

SQUARE PEGS

Lara Gorlach Lara Görlach is a printed textile designer specialising in the traditional craft of silk screen-printing. From her East London design studio, Lara offers a bespoke screen-printing service focusing on translating patterns onto textiles for seasonal collections of interior, home and lifestyle products. laragorlach.com

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COLOUR SCHEME At home with Tiffany Duggan, design director & founder of Studio Duggan Wo r d s h a n n a h h o p k i n s

PEARL BOYD: Your house is beautiful.

Did you work on it in one go as if it were a job? Or was it ongoing?

TIFFANY DUGGAN: Thank you! I approached it exactly as I would approach one of our projects, which meant working on it in one go. I think it’s really important to design holistically to achieve a balanced and harmonious look.

That said, it does take time to add the last few layers of a home, and artwork and accessories did follow later.

PD: How long have you lived there and what was it like when you bought it?

TD: We have lived in the house for around 2.5 years, and spent about 6 months refurbishing it before moving in. The house wasn’t in a terrible state but it wasn’t to our taste and it was lacking in character. It had one bathroom serving five bedrooms, so we added two more bathrooms, and went down to four bedrooms, using one bedroom as a playroom for the boys by making a few structural tweaks.

PD: What first attracted you to it?

TD: We loved its grand proportions, high ceilings and period features. Also, the layout which works really well for us.

The space is arranged over three really well-proportioned floors which means our two boys get a floor to themselves (where they can play with their toys and make a

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to plan your home AROUND your ACTUAL LIFE – NOT the one that you ASPIRE TO mess), and we get a little sanctuary in the master suite below. However, the biggest attraction was probably that it needed some work and a lot of love…I don’t think I could ever buy something that didn’t.

PD: What is your favourite room?

TD: It’s so hard to choose but I think it would have to be our master bedroom.

We knocked two rooms together to create a large suite with an open plan dressing/ bathroom space. I remain totally in love with our canopy bed, bateau bath and open plan bathroom. It has a really peaceful vibe and is very much a sanctuary.

PD: You have a mix of dark and light walls. How did you work out which colour should go where?

TD: Choosing the paint colours was actually one of the first things I did. When choosing wall colours, I think the starting point should be the consideration of how you want a room to feel, which of course depends on how the space will be used.

I knew I wanted dark, moody inky hued walls somewhere and the entrance hall and staircase, being a transitional space, was the perfect place to do this. I chose a wonderful sludgy khaki paint (Pebble, Fired Earth) for the living room. It’s so warm and enveloping and it’s an easy transition from the moody hallway. I went lighter and brighter in the kitchen and master bedroom with Ceviche for a touch of relief. I painted all of the ceilings the same colour as the walls to give the rooms a cohesive, comforting and more contemporary feel…and also to allow for a calming base on which to layer interesting textures and patterns.

The colour scheme throughout the house consists of lots of greens, dusky pinks, deep blues with the odd pop of pillar box red and mustard.

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PD: It’s one thing making a house look finished and beautiful - but how does daily life impact on it? Do you live tidily? What about your children? How strict are you with keeping everything in order?

TD: I think that it’s really important to plan your home around your actual life – not the one that you aspire to. If you’ve got children, excellent storage solutions are a must-have to avoid the house becoming over-run with toys and we factored these sorts of practicalities in from the start. That said, I wouldn’t say I’m overly strict – the house does get messy and it’s impossible to keep it looking photoshoot ready at all times, but we do our best. Perfection isboth unattainable and overrated – life is too short.

PD: What are your favourite pieces of furniture?

TD: I have three – our velvet Chesterfield sofa, our canopy bed and the blue leopard print armchair in our bedroom.

PD: Do you have a signature style and can you describe it?

TD: Our projects are pretty varied as they are very much informed by our Clients, but the underlying thread that runs through all of our work is a carefully curated mix of old and new, a relaxed and liveable feel…and just a touch of the unexpected ◆ PD: Is there anything you want to change? Is a home ever finished?

TD: I wouldn’t say there is anything I want to change, but there are things I’d like to add and build on. I’m thinking about adding some wall mounted, Moorish, glass-fronted cabinets in the kitchen for extra storage. Also, the garden is still a work in progress and I’ve been searching for the perfect, vintage Paul Frankl bamboo lounge chairs to buy.

Inevitably a home will continue to evolve and adapt to the changing needs and desires of its inhabitants, but I do think it’s really important to get the base right at the beginning, and then everything else will follow. One way to keep a house looking and feeling fresh is to make a few seasonal tweaks. Nothing major – but swapping linens, scents, blankets/ cushions does make a surprisingly big impact.

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MY FAVOURITE DESIGNER…

I would happily move into HAY House in Copenhagen. Such an beautiful retail space with really inspiring displays and visual merchandising.

We’re really influenced by the Scandinavian pared-back style.

I love pretty much everything the Dutch design company, Scholten & Baijings does. They combine unexpected colours to perfection.

MY FAVOURITE WORK OF ART…

I love the work by Ellsworth Kelly. I’m always drawn to bold, simple graphic pieces.

The White Forms over Black from his last works would be a dream to own.

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MY PERSONAL STYLE…

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“A clear-eyed, energetic, forward-thinking school” - The Good Schools Guide

Life offers us

Limitless possibilities Oakham just helps you make the most out of them Oakham in their words With a proud heritage and progressive outlook, Oakham is a high-achieving independent school in the heart of England where opportunities are both inspirational and obtainable. A shared belief in making the most out of any opportunity and to be the best you can be sets us apart from other schools. With a welcoming and friendly support structure, Oakham offers an ideal environment for boys and girls aged between 10 and 18 to learn, thrive and prosper in our modern world. We’re one of the UK’s top schools for the IB Diploma and our students achieve consistently excellent A-level results, whilst still having time to enjoy an exceedingly rich extra-curricular lifestyle.

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ive your children a book they will really treasure this year, with Gobbolino the Witch’s Cat. The seventyfifth anniversary edition of Ursula Moray Williams’ classic and timeless tale has been beautifully illustrated by the award-winning Catherine Rayner. It tells the tale of Gobbolino; with his sparky whiskers and magic tricks no one could mistake him for a simple kitchen cat, but that’s just what the witch’s kitten wants to be.

Instead of learning how to turn mice into toads, Gobbolino sets out on an adventure to find a family and a home of his own.

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QUEENS: Skate, Dine, Bowl ¢ QUEENS, London’s one stop shop for thrill-seeking fun welcomes families to the rink for an exhilarating skating session. In the past, renowned figure skating Fumie Suguri shared her brilliance with adults and children, from beginners to advanced skaters. ◆ Tickets £5, queens.london

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London’s only diamond structure school with single-sex teaching in a co-educational environment for girls and boys aged 4-18.

We are a city school with 50 acres of grounds where north east London meets Epping Forest. The Open Day will be held on Saturday 23 September 2017 from 8.30am-1.30pm.

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A PERFECT GEM An education at one of Ireland’s top boarding schools for boys

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lenstal Abbey School stands out as one of the leading boarding schools in Ireland for boys aged 12-18 years old.

Situated in County Limerick, in the heart of Munster, Glenstal Abbey is only 40 minutes drive from Shannon Airport and just over two hours from Dublin Airport.

Glenstal is a small school with small classes; there are approximately 250 students divided into groups mostly of 12 to 16 pupils, in line with the clear policy and academic vision of the school.

A Catholic school, Glenstal welcomes students from all traditions and sees itself as a partner with parents in the formation and nurturing of its students in a climate of learning.

Each student at Glenstal is encouraged to fulfill his potential. The school’s ethos is grounded in the values of reverence,

Academia, pastoral care, SPORT, ART AND MUSIC A re seamlessly woven into THE EDUCATIONAL FABRIC

Year 11 pupils at Glenstal Abbey

respect and responsibility drawn from a long monastic tradition.

The Irish Department of Education and Skills recently completed a whole school evaluation on the management, leadership and learning at Glenstal Abbey School.

The report warmly endorsed the school’s academic, pastoral, sporting, art and music programmes: “All these aspects of the students’ experience appear to be woven into a fabric of care, support and pedagogy to nurture the academic, social and personal development of the students while in the care of the school.”

Glenstal has regularly topped The Sunday Times ‘Parent Power’ survey over the last 10 years. These tables are based on the percentage of students progressing to universities.

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OFF THE BEATEN TRACK The Turks and Caicos Islands elude most travellers' radars. Yet this sparsely populated string of low sand cays has built itself into a true luxury tourism destination.

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Serene Seas

Alongside blissful beaches and a castaway feel, this small chain of islands and tiny cays has parts so secluded; it can feel like you’re the only one there Wo r d s D e r r i c k O w o d u n n i

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he British Overseas Territory of Turks and Caicos is a joy to behold. This small group of low-lying coral islands is known for the processing of sea salt in the 19th Century and consists mostly of limestone, marshes, mangroves and vast stretches of beaches.

A biodiversity hotspot, which may soon feature as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it has much to offer visitors.

The largest populated island, situated on the west side of the Caicos archipelago, is Providenciales, better known as Provo by the locals. Truly a big-hearted island, it boasts turquoise water, postcard perfect beaches and secluded luxury.

Based within the pristine reefs of Northwest Point Marine National Park, the Amanyara hotel is right beside the

Provo is a BIGHEARTED island with TURQUOISE WATER , perfect beaches and secluded LUXURY soft powdery sand of Malcolm’s Road beach. With a name made up of "aman”, the Sanskrit word for peace, and “yara”, the word for place in the language of the Arawak Amerindians (one of the region's first indigenous peoples), you can expect a hidden getaway made for relaxing.

The resort offers a private beach and unparalleled attention to detail, from hosting private lunches or dinners to

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the creation of a detailed and personal itinerary. Ideally located to get away from the much-developed Providenciales, it offers a super stylish space to recharge, combining Asian-influenced architecture with Caribbean chic.

Designed by Jean-Michel Gathy, rooms are crisp, fresh and blend seamlessly into the environment with glass doors that open out to the sea. Take your pick from timber-clad guest pavilion rooms and two-bedroom pool pavilion suites.

Or opt for a full-on villa with three to six bedrooms. Food-wise there are two restaurants offering a fusion of local and foreign cuisine, including plenty of fresh fish and seafood.

The success of Amanyara is based on its culture, dynamic architecture (the resort enjoys a contemporary layout and design, open to the sights and sounds of the turquoise sea), and the people. Its

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TRAVEL / WANDERLUST Beach Bar + Grill which dole out gourmet, tropical-tinged dishes all day long.

If you can drag yourself away from the hotel, there is so much this beautiful island has to offer. Have a go at mangrove kayaking, Vespa riding, deep sea fishing and scuba diving. Or simply stroll the beach and stop off to sunbathe.

For some reason the Turks and Caicos Islands elude most travelers' radars.

Yet this sparsely populated string of low sand cays boasts some of the world's most spectacular coral reefs, and has built itself into a true luxury tourism destination. The pace of life is easygoing, the local welcome genuine and the diving truly out of this world.

Providenciales is the bustling epicenter of all this, but beyond its endless beaches and world-class resorts - two of which we’ve discovered here - you'll find local festivals, jungle-wrapped ruins, perfect seaside bars and even traces of Europe's first discovery of the New World.

After a FEW HOURS , any SENSE of your HECTIC life has completely DISAPPEARED. philosophy is based on “Home” and this is remarkably apparent when you stay there. Staff never say “no’ to any request and are keen to adapt to changes. The seamless service is hard to beat, as is the way the property blends right into nature.

After just a few hours, any sense of your hectic day-to-day life has completely disappeared.

Another lively, more youthful gem on the island of Provo is the Gansevoort. A sleek boutique property unlike any other on the island, it marries Caribbean cool with urban chic in a way that only New York’s hippest hotel mainstay can.

The design of Gansevoort Provo is clean lined and modern. From the symmetrical design of the building, an uncluttered white lobby opens up to a beautiful pool with a backdrop of Grace Bay Beach - often touted as one of the best beaches in the world.

Each of the hotel's 91 guestrooms, including 32 suites and four penthouses,

exude a sensual island vibe with stark, sophisticated decor and have oceans views. There is a contemporary Miami feel about the Gansevoort, which is a great extension to what the island has to offer. The staff are welcoming, encouraging and friendly. Plus there’s a 7,000 square foot infinity pool and an award-winning exhale spa offering everything from sunset yoga to reinvigorating massages. Foodies are well catered for with Stelle Restaurant and

TURKS & CAICOS

Prices for a pavilion at Amanyara start from USD 1,674 per night including taxes.

This includes the minibar (excluding alcohol), afternoon tea, non-motorised watersports, all telephone calls, scheduled wellness classes and snorkel trips; amanyara.com. Rooms at Gansevoort Turks + Caicos cost from £425 per night; gansevoorthotelgroup.com

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With an ethos based on traditional values, Merchiston encourages self-reliance and independence, as well as respect for and tolerance of others. Our main objective is to motivate pupils to try their hardest and to strive to achieve the highest levels possible in all areas firstly academic, then cultural, sporting, leadership, and simply living together as part of a community.

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The School is located just 15 minutes from Edinburgh International Airport, which has daily connections to various London Airports.

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panning the globe, from Britain to Italy, North America to Asia, the nine restaurants at The Ned will leave you spoilt for choice.

The former banking hall is akin to a high-end food court, with each eaterie separated by verdite columns. We particularly loved Malibu Kitchen for the superfood salads and flatbreads and Asian-Pacific-inspired Kaia for poke.

Post-dinner unwind with live music at The Nickel Bar, check out the supercool Vault Bar or head to the rooftop for views of the City.

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ach room channels 1920s and 1930s design with vintage pieces, hand-knotted rugs and rainforest showers. What sets The Ned apart from most hotels is the attention to detail, from the excellent toiletries - Marvis toothpaste, Cowshed deodorant and more - to the modern hospitality concepts that make all the difference. Busy city-slickers are able to purchase last-minute pieces from NET-A-PORTER and have them delivered direct to their room the same day, and there are pre-mixed cocktails in the mini bar if you want to keep the party going.

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he brainchild of Soho House and New York’s Sydell Group, The Ned is a masterclass in how to create a destination hotel. Set in the former Midland Bank building, the vast space, originally designed by Sir Edwin 'Ned' Lutyens in 1924, has been updated to include nine restaurants, 252 bedrooms, a grooming parlour and ‘Ned’s Club’, a social and fitness club, where members have access to a rooftop pool, gym, spa, hammam and late night lounge bar.

But don’t worry, you don’t have to be a member to visit; hotel guests can access areas usually off-limits to the public and anyone can drop in for dinner, drinks and late-night jazz. Bringing much-needed buzz to the City of London, this is the only place to see and be seen in EC2.

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ed's Club Active has a boxing gym, yoga studio and spinning.

At the spa (Ned's Club Relax) there is a 20-metre swimming pool, hammam, sauna and steam room.

Pampering doesn’t get much better than at Barber & Parlour, where you’ll find Cheeky, a no-nonsense service for nails, Cowshed, a head-to-toe maintenance spot and Miguel Perez, a hairdressing salon. A make-up parlour is located next door and in The Powder Room there's even a Trish McEvoy Beauty station.

THE DAMAGE ‘Cosy Rooms’ start from £250 a night.

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Canaletto Tower, City Road, Islington EC1V Stunning modern two bedroom apartment at Canaletto Tower on City Road Knight Frank is proud to offer this state-of-the-art two bedroom apartment at the fantastic Canaletto Building.

This 6 star residence of 28 floors offers first class amenities for a residential building, including a 15 metre swimming pool, Jacuzzi, sauna and steam room, gym, residents' lounge, residents' terrace, cinema and spa rooms. Master bedroom with dressing room and en suite bathroom, 2nd double bedroom, reception room, open plan kitchen, bathroom, balcony, EPC: B. Approximately 76 sq m (810 sq ft).

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Liverpool Road, Islington N1 Beautiful two bedroom period maisonette Knight Frank are delighted to offer this large and perfectly situated two double bedroom upper maisonette which has been refurbished to a high standard throughout. 2 double bedrooms, bathroom, large reception room, separate kitchen private garden. EPC: D. Approximately 75 sq m (809 sq ft).

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LONDON'S LIQUID ASSETS

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See which pools are making big splashes in the luxury property market

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he focus on Britain’s top swimming athletes reached fever pitch recently when team GB competed at the World Championships in Budapest, winning seven medals.

Major events like this will help boost swimming’s popularity. There are already some 2.5 million people swimming every week, and 500 new

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public pools have opened over the past decade.

But we Brits excel at another area of swimming that few people know about - building them, and particularly those demanded by London’s luxury homeowners.

One of the most successful companies in this rarefied world only went in at the deep end six years ago.

Aqua Platinum specialises in building for the capital’s tycoons, oligarchs, footballers and rock stars who want

the kind of pools that can top £1 million.

The Fareham, a Hampshire-based company, also recently completed the refurbishment of Brighton’s famous Saltdean Lido – although most of its work is in prime central London.

Aqua Platinum’s business development manager Dominic Searle says budgets for modest outdoor luxury pools start at £80,000, while the more complicated indoor versions kick off at £200,000.

He says the difference between a luxury pool and their more pedestrian cousins, like a car, boil down to the quality of the construction and fittings.

“It’s all about having the best water proofing, pipework, pumps and water filters,” he says.

“It’s also about tech – our clients like their toys and our pools can be controlled and monitored via an iPad, for example.”

For the homeowner who wants to push the boat out, there are several upgrades available.

The first of these is the falsebottomed pool. These can be seen at many municipal pools and feature a hydraulically-lifted floor that can be

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It's all about tech our clients like their toys and our pools can be controlled via an iPad

adjusted to suit the height and type of swimmer.

In private homes, this technology is also used to turn swimming pools into ballrooms, large banqueting halls or even nightclubs.

The other upgrade many wealthy homeowners ask for is acrylic walls – the kind you see in aquariums.

These enable a pool to be inserted into a tight space within a property, but keep it feeling light and airy, plus those in the rooms adjacent to the pool can watch – James Bond style – as those in the

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pool swim about. For homeowners with small basements, Searle says the current trend is to put in what’s called a ‘counter-current’ pool, which enables people to swim for long periods without having to have a large area of water.

The bad news for anyone splashing out on a posh pool is that they don’t add value to a home. Any extra desirability created by a pool and a spa is offset by the perceived – and actual – extra cost of maintaining them.

“If you're considering buying a multi-million pound, 12,000 sq ft house, then for most buyers it wouldn't be that kind of home if it didn't have an indoor pool, spa and gym,” says Searle.

Amongst all this pool bling, there is also a more serious subject to be tackled when Searle visits his prospective clients.

“A lot of our customers are worried about their children’s safety, so we suggest either finger-print controlled access to the swimming pool room, or lockable covers that automatically secure the pool when it’s not being used,” says Searle.

That is the advice no doubt being given to Searle latest client, a London financier who wants Aqua Platinum to install an outdoor and indoor pool plus a spa at his Grade II listed manor house outside Salisbury.

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Yerbury Road, Tufnell Park, N19 | ÂŁ1,500,000 Sought after 5/6 bedroom Victorian period home within this highly desirable Conservation area and also within the catchment area for Yerbury School.

The freehold property offers two connecting reception rooms, kitchen and a breakfast room or day room.

Front and rear (south-west facing) gardens | Gas central heating | Close to Whittington Park | Good Transport Links | Freehold | EPC Rating Band: D

Widdenham Road, London, N7 | ÂŁ675,000 Delightful 1st (top) floor Edwardian maisonette in a quiet, tree lined street. The spacious accommodation (approx. 830 sq ft) comprises 3 bedrooms, large reception, dining room, separate kitchen and a bathroom/WC. Requires Cosmetic Updating | Period Features inc. Fireplaces | Well Placed For Shops and Transport | 166 Year Lease | EPC Rating: Band D

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£899,950 This two bedroom duplex is situated within the Clerkenwell Green Conservation Area and features original sash windows , exposed brickwork and a dual aspect living room.

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£1,200,000 A rare three storey, mid terrace, period house with three double bedrooms on a tree lined residential street. It retains many original features plus a South facing garden.

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£1,675,000 Stunning duplex apartment in the heart of Bloomsbury with three bedrooms, three bathrooms and unusual features such as the glass encased staircase.

SHARE OF FREEHOLD West End Office 020 72563244

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£2,295,000 Set over the first floor of a former clothing factory, this authentic warehouse conversion offers approx 2200sqft of stunning lateral space. The property incorporates many original period features including Crittall windows (modernised to incorporate double glazing), original steel pillars, exposed brickwork, wooden beams, and original stripped wooden floors.

Share of freehold • 2210Sq Ft • EPC= D • Lateral living space • Period features

• 2 bedrooms • Close to Old Street tube & Tech City

Stirling Ackroyd Shoreditch 020 7749 3838 40 Great Eastern Street, London. EC2A 3EP

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FA M O U S P L AC E S New to the market are two very different celebrity homes

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ROALD DAHL’S PEACHY COTTAGE MALLORCA €2.9 MILLION

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t would seem the whole of the UK was watching Love Island. The ITV show combined elimination, public popularity votes and potential for contestants to couple up.

One new feature of this summer’s series were two Mallorcan villas where the contestants competed for the £50k prize. The second of these was Casa Amore and now that

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the TV crew have packed up, the property is for sale.

Described by agent Chestertons International as “one of the most stylish homes to have been built in Mallorca for 20 years,” it is outside the rural village of Sant Llorenc des Cardassar in the eastern region of the holiday island. It’s for sale at €2.9 million and includes four bedrooms and four bathrooms.

More information from Chestertons International on 020 7201 2071.

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uthor Roald Dahl's children’s books continue to be popular despite his death nearly 27 years ago. Over 250 million copies of his titles have been sold so far and a musical version of Matilda is currently running in London’s West End. Lesser known is that this property was one of his favourite childhood retreats. The house is for sale at £825,000 in Bexley, south London, where the Dahl family lived during WWII until they were bombed out of their home during an air-raid.

Dahl was sent to boarding school and the rest of the family decamped to Buckinghamshire. The address was said to be the nearest thing he had to a proper home in the chaotic war years. Making frequent visits to friends, local archives reveal that he was often photographed in the area.

“Dahl was also known to make visits to nearby Bexley Library, where he would perform readings to local children,” says Kevin Wooder of agent Robinson Jackson.  For more information call Kevin on 01322 559900.

“The address was said to be the nearest thing he had to a proper home”

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A collection of new apartments designed with flair, set amongst manicured parks and gardens. Just a few minutes walk to the most well connected train stations in London. Prices from ÂŁ1,425,000*.

Marketing suite now open 14-15 Stable Street N1C 4AB Register to learn more: 020 7205 4268 fenmanhouse.co.uk

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Properties on garden squares will always command a premium

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ondon’s squares are much loved by the people who work or live around them.

They have cultural value too and author PD Smith recently described them as the “capital’s greatest contribution to the development of urban form” even though, technically, we stole the idea off the Italians.

The resulting 300-plus squares within London come in different flavours ranging from the historic, such as Grays Inn Square, to the more common Regency and Victorian ones, the loveliest of which arguably are Russell Square and Soho Square. And let’s not forget the super-prime ones: rarefied pockets of greenery surrounded by Regency splendour such as Cadogan, Belgravia or Eaton Square. And which cost millions to overlook.

“Our data shows that in the last 18 months, the average price paid per sq ft in Eaton Square was £4,113,” says Camilla Dell of property finding firm Black Brick. “When we compared this to nearby Eaton Place, buyers paid an average of £2,404 per sq ft.

That is a whopping 42% premium to be on Eaton Square.” Equally expensive is London’s first purposebuilt garden square, Southampton Square, now called Bloomsbury Square and built during the 1650s.

“The gardens in most London squares have been for the benefit of and maintained by the residents since their inception, with evidence dating from the late 17th century of a levy afforded upon residents for the upkeep of ‘rayles, payles, fountain and garden’,” says agent Martin Bikhit of of Kay & Co. “In Jane Austin's Emma, Mr and Mrs. Knightley are discussing the

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notoriously bad air in London and, when asked why they have remained near New Brunswick Street they retort that the garden square in which they live is unlike the rest of London and “so very airey!”.

“To have a flat or house in central London overlooking beautifully kept gardens and trees is one of the most desired amenities, so it is no surprise that having a view adds hugely to property values,” says Merlin Dormer of buying agency Heaton & Partners. “The highest prices paid per square foot in prime central London are almost always for properties with green views.”

London’s newest one is Packington Square in Islington, part of a £170m development of 600 apartments by Hyde New Homes and Rydon which will see two further squares built nearby later on. Spokesperson Minnie Dando says this development’s squares are all about community.

“We have been careful to maintain the traditional community concept of the housing estate set up on the exact same spot in 1563

by Dame Anne Packington to provide accommodation for the Clothworker’s Company,” she says.

But the most famous square in London has not been mentioned yet.

Parliament Square was the subject of an attempted rebirth in 2008, just in time for plans to be scrapped after the financial crisis hit. The planned redesign would have seen half the roundabout taken out and replaced with a Trafalgar Square-style open space that would be a “new tourist destination for London”. Sadly, the plans were never revived. ◆

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The current owners have carried out some internal upgrades that enhance the property.

“We’re still so in love with our home’s distinguished look and beautiful period features: the light and airy feel from the big sash windows and the high ceilings, and the distinctive York stone and Victorian tiled pathway” “The sun trap south-facing garden is a sanctuary at the end of a long day in the city, and the perfect place to get lost in a good book with a glass of wine”

The house is being sold chain free so a couple or young family can move in immediately.

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