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DISCOVER THE DOWNTOWN ART SCENE

MAKING A NAME

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32 BEAUTY CONFIDENTIAL

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WHAT’S ON

Diary dates for May

English Rose Carey Mulligan on privacy and coming into her own as an actress

fa s h i o n

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FASHION CONFIDENTIAL

This month’s hottest trends and products

22 MEET YOUR HEROES

H E A LT H & B E AU T Y Best beauty buys of the month Review: Pure Periodontics

Food & Drink

40 KITCHEN CONFIDENTIAL Tasty happenings from the local area

43 RESTAURANT REVIEWS Chinese Laundry and Bel-Air

Statement pieces for spring

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We head downtown to discover the burgeoning art scene revitalising the city

57 UK GETAWAY

Hambleton Hall combines country house comfort with luxury and Michelin-starred cuisine

City & Angel: Emerald V-neck Mini dress,£235.00, East: Navy Modern Art Mini Dress, £550.00 North by Northwest: Chiffon Halter Maxi Dress, £450.00 t a r a j a r m o n .c o m

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60 INTERIOR INSPIRATIONS Leafy green accessories are what we’re coveting this month

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63 CAVE OF WONDERS

Curiousa & Curiousa and Blackpop team up at No.39 Amwell Street

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Covers: T A R A J A R M O N

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We choose our highlights of Clerkenwell Design Week 2016

PROPERTY

72 PROPERTY NEWS News and views on the area

78 FAMOUS PLACES

Nigel Lewis discovers the latest celebrity pads to come onto the market

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EDITOR’S letter

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

With this in mind we’ve decided to focus our beauty notes this month on pots and potions to best prepare a bride for her wedding day. See which new rose face cream is an absolute must on page 32.

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

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page 25 to see the Rosetta Getty trousers we can’t live without.

Among the usual suspects (Chelsea Flower Show, the Cartier Queen’s Cup at Guards Polo Club) is a relative newcomer to the cultural landscape: London Craft Week. It may only be in its second year but it is already shaping up to be one of the best citywide events in the calendar. We choose our highlights on page 14.

Our lead interview this month is with the enigmatic Carey Mulligan, who talks to us about keeping her life private and coming into her own as an actress. I hope you enjoy the issue. Ciao! ◆

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DESIGNING FOR A LIVING CITY

T h ro u gh o u t May B a rb i c a n he brutalist architecture of the Barbican T Estate divides opinion but whether you love or hate it one thing is for sure: it’s one of London’s most iconic buildings. This show will take a look into the design with original layouts, landscape plans, fittings and illustrations. u Silk Street, EC2Y; barbican.org.uk

LAWRENCE AFTER ARABIA

Photo London

T h ro u gh o u t May Ha m p s te a d T he a tre n 1922, the most famous man in I England, T.E. Lawrence, dropped off the face of the earth. Or so it seemed.

In this play, the uncrowned ‘King of Arabia’ hides himself in the village of Ayot St Lawrence.

We watch on as the war hero, craving normality, struggles to deal with his new found fame. u Eton Avenue, NW3; hampsteadtheatre.com

From 1 9 May S omerset House

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

Strand, WC2R; photolondon.org

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AFTER INDEPENDENCE

4 - 2 8 May Arc o l a T he a tre frica is changing. The native population A are fighting to regain their farm land from the white immigrants. Inspired by real events in Zimbabwe, this play follows Guy and Kathleen, two farmers who realise they have more than land to lose when the new government tries to buy their ranch. u 24 Ashwin Street, E8; arcolatheatre.com

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Fro m 2 0 May B e n Ur i G a ll e r y hree of the world’s greatest T cities Ω London, Paris and New York Ω saw great social and political change between the 1930s and 1960s. This exhibition is the first to bring together the photography of Wolfgang Suschitzky, Dorothy Bohm and Neil Libbert to show an outsider’s perspective of these places. Capturing authentic moments in time, each photograph reveals the fact that while these cities were beautiful places, they were also filled with social division and political tension. u 108A Boundary Road, NW8;

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5 - 8 May Hoxton G aller y n a series of performative I self-portraits, Polly Penrose explores her own identity in an abstract manner. Using a 10 second self-timer, she has taken a series of photographs in which her face is kept concealed and her body is sculpted around everyday objects. Becoming both emotionally and physically involved in every stage of her shoot, Penrose produces images with a narrative that liberate and fascinate. u 59 Old Street, EC1V;

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Curated by food journalist Victoria Stewart, Wringer + Mangle’s supperclub series will run for eight weeks. Consisting of a four-course menu and cocktail, the evenings promise to be seriously delicious. Choose from Vietnamese from Uyen Luu or Persian from Soli and Sanaz Zardosht; neither will disappoint.

13-18 Sidworth Street, E8; wringerandmangle.designmynight.com

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

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

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series of Italian beach panoramas.

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

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S o m e t h i n g Ab o u t

CAREY Award-winning actor Carey Mulligan on starting a family and coming to terms with fame W o r d s J a k e T ay l o r I m a g e s PA I m ag e s / C a r l o A l l e g r i

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elebrity couplings are wellpublicised affairs. From Posh and Becks to Brangelina, these millionaire marriages invite the media’s scrutiny as public and private lives become intertwined, often to the point where it’s difficult to discriminate between the two.

For Carey Mulligan and her charttopping husband Marcus Mumford (of Mumford and Sons fame), the exact opposite is true: since marrying and starting a family together, the line between the public and the private has never been clearer.

Mulligan has worked with a slew of celebrated directors including Steve McQueen, Baz Luhrmann and the Coen brothers, so she’s no stranger to the glitz and glamour of Hollywood. But away from the silver screen she has always been fiercely protective of her personal life – at times enigmatically passive; at others staunchly forthright in defence of her privacy.

Mulligan’s breakthrough role came in 2009 as schoolgirl Jenny in Lone Sherfig’s

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An Education. The character was similar in some ways to Mulligan herself (both excelled academically, for one thing) but the fame that came with the film’s success was, as Mulligan later told The Guardian, “all a bit terrifying”.

Having confessed that she “doesn’t have a public persona”, the trials and tribulations of celebrity status, not to mention the ever-present paparazzi, were a constant “nightmare” for Mulligan.

She struggled with photoshoots and award shows, once describing the Academy Awards as “overwhelming and glamourous and not really me at all” – and yet now, at the age of 30, it appears that this English rose is finally beginning to bloom.

“I feel more sure of myself,” Mulligan says. “I was very reticent when I was younger but now I have greater confidence in my work and I’m much better at getting my view across when I’m speaking to directors. I used to be so shy that it made it difficult for me to enjoy whatever success I had, but now everything seems fabulous and promising… although there are still times

when I have to pinch myself to make sure that it’s not a dream!”

Staying grounded as a Hollywood starlet is in itself a feat worthy of admiration. Both Mulligan and her husband have developed reputations based around their respective work, rather than any sense of tabloid scandal or over-inflated ego. Mulligan is of the opinion that “the minute you get to be like ‘look how famous I am’, you should give it up,” adding that as Mumford is “the only thing” that’s entirely hers, she does her best to keep their relationship “totally away” from the limelight. Family friend Sienna Miller has described Mulligan and Mumford’s marriage as “idyllic”.

“They both come from very solid families and have a real sense of the life they want to live,” says Miller. “Marcus can headline Glastonbury and Carey can be nominated for however many Oscars, and then they come back to their farm and they’re in big woolly jumpers, raising piglets – it’s an amazing balance.”

Mumford has been present in Mulligan’s life since they met at a church youth camp and became pen pals;

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ARTS & CULTURE / PROFILE they reconnected in 2012 when they were both involved in the making of Inside Llewellyn Davis and were married in a matter of months. Mulligan told The Guardian that she feels “more settled and more secure than I’ve probably ever been” since getting hitched. For the girl who “had a great childhood” but “wasn’t ‘in the group’”, her marriage to Mumford has cemented her place within the upper echelons of British celebrity, regardless of whether that was her aim.

Mulligan’s last cinematic outing was Suffragette, which she describes as a valuable opportunity to learn more about the history of feminism, a cause close to her heart. It was also a chance to work with “inspiring” fellow actors such as Meryl Streep.

“It’s nothing new for me to admit that she’s my heroine,” says Mulligan. “It’s not just her incredible ability and talent; she also uses her position for notable causes.”

AWAY FROM THE SILVER SCREEN

she has always been FIERCELY, AND

at times enigmatically, PASSIVE

Mulligan, too, has philanthropic interests. In 2010 she donated the Vionnet gown she wore on the red carpet of that year’s BAFTA ceremony to Oxfam in order to raise money for a series of women’s projects. In 2012 she became an ambassador for the Alzheimer’s Society; her grandmother’s dementia is one of the few elements of her family life that Mulligan discusses with the media.

Speaking at a society event, Mulligan said she was “committed to helping the Alzheimer’s Society in any way” she could. “My family and I rely on the help of organisations like Alzheimer’s Society to help us understand the disease and guide us in the care of my grandmother,” Mulligan explained, adding that she thought it was “a privilege to meet so many people with dementia”.

More recently, the actor has become involved in helping the charity War Child,

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and has been vocal about the struggles faced by children in both the Democratic Republic of Congo and Syria, whose lives have been affected by war.

For Mulligan, seeing the suffering of children who were around the same age as her own baby daughter Evelyn had a profound effect on her. “I look at my daughter and think, this is so exciting: you could be a doctor or a lawyer or an engineer,” she told ITV News in 2015.

“These parents in Syria, they had those same feelings, and now that’s gone.”

Such public comments about Evelyn, born in September last year, are exceedingly rare. Despite widespread speculation from the media and fans, Mulligan is committed to staying tight-lipped, saying that when people ask her “all the time” about her daughter, she demurely replies “Oh, I can’t, I’m sorry,” in what she describes as “a very British way”.

For Mulligan, who has seemingly made a habit out of taking regular breaks from the rigours of film-making, last year’s pregnancy and birth while starring in two movies, Far From the Madding Crowd and Suffragette, and the stage show Skylight was, by her own admission, “pretty stressful”.

“Doing press with a tiny baby means timing has been very important and babies do what they want, which is a challenge,” Mulligan told The Mirror.

She did, however, have a secret weapon when it came to juggling her duties as a celebrity and a mother: “It’s really helpful when you have Meryl Streep backstage at events, shouting at people on your behalf and telling them to hurry up because you have a nursing mother here!”  To find out more about these charities visit l alzheimers.org.uk l warchild.org.uk

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

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

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ARTS & CULTURE / LONDON CRAFT WEEK Ever wondered what it takes to produce the fantastical costumes worn in TV series such as Game of Thrones or films like King Arthur? All will be revealed at Angel’s Costumers where visitors will get the opportunity to hear from the costume designers and jewellery makers who bring these mythical worlds to life. The unique tour of the legendary London costumers in Garrick Road will begin in the tailoring department where bespoke pieces are created for film, TV and theatre. Next up is the alterations section, where costumes are restored and altered to fit the specific requirements of the costume designer.

The tour will then move to the cavernous Costume Warehouse, containing over eight miles of costume hanging rails with approximately one million individual items – sartorial heaven.

In the City, award-winning engravers at Rebus in Hatton Garden (London’s famous jewellery quarter) will demonstrate how to produce the intricate

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

THE PERFECT opporunity to MEET THE MAKERS behind luxury BRANDS signet rings and famous trophies they have become known for.

The world of cordwaining is not one that many are given the opportunity to explore, which is why the Sebastian Tarek Open Studio in Sunbury Workshops is not to be missed. The Australian-born, East London-based shoemaker has worked for the city’s finest shoemakers since 2003, creating work to satisfy the picky clientele of Savile Row and beyond. His talk will reveal the process of commissioning a pair of shoes from start to finish, using the very best materials and traditional techniques. The 18thgeneration shoe maker will also treat visitors to a demonstration in practical cordwaining.

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

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throughout the City and East London.

Some of the highlights from the 70 events and the 350 makers taking part in year’s show include a behind-the-scenes gun factory tour at Holland and Holland on Harrow Road, NW10. Taking visitors on a journey through the many processes required to produce a quality firearm, the tour ends at the finishing ‘shops’ where bespoke sporting guns and rifles are made. The factory itself was built in 1898 and was designed so that the ‘actioners’ could use the morning light on one side of the building while engravers used the afternoon light.

Vacheron Constantin, London Craft Week 2016

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TREND: FLOWER POWER

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

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

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Royal Ascot outfits, flamingo pumps and metallic bags top our shopping list this month Wo r d s c h a r l o t t e a d s e t t

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ur designer to watch at the moment is Lauren Barfoot, alumni of fashion breeding ground, the Royal College of Art. Her collection of printed silk lounge- and resortwear under the label Holland Street (named for the street she grew up in, in Cambridge, not W8) absolutely oozes luxury. There are short, sassy kimonos and longer, elegant robes in various prints – our favourite being the Casati collection (kimono pictured above), inspired by the flamboyant Marchesa Luisa Casati, described by Barfoot as ‘a lavishly eccentric Italian heiress with a decadent passion for couture’.

Because given that we can't all actually be the Marchesa, fabulous as she sounds, enveloping ourselves in the kind of silk she’d certainly have chosen can infuse our lives with a little of her sparkle.

There’s also the Ikko collection, inspired

by Japanese graphic designer Ikki Tanaka with contemporary floral designs, and Carmen Camellia, that fuses a British countryside feel with geometric flare and influences of Raoul Dufy, Paul Poiret and Collier Campbell.

Everything comes beautifully packed and exquisitely finished, with stockists including Fenwick in Bond Street. Prices range from £189 to £275.u

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Racing Ahead Royal Ascot S tyle G uide

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

Download the style guide at ascot.co.uk

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Jimmy Choo

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

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

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BLUE VELVET Mrs Alice for French S ole

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

IT'S A PUZZLE

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Loewe

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

Metallic leather Puzzle bag £1,375 brownsfashion.com

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

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

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

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

LEVAINKASH Acis Earring, £245 Available at avenue32.com

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

ROSETTA GETTY Cream Silk-Blend Paisley Tunic, £790

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

LEVAINKASH Mata Ring, £205 Available at avenue32.com

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The JACKET PASKAL BLUSH PINK CREPE SCALED JACKET, £365 PETER PILOTTO White Lace Striped Gaze Dress, £2,860 Available at avenue32.com

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

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

PHOTOGRAPHY: Pau FASHION: Romilly Mason MAKE UP: Roberta Kearsey using MAC Cosmetics HAIR: Maki Tanaka using Aveda FASHION ASSISTANT: Ella Cutter

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FASHION / TREND EMILY LONDON

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

TABITHA SIMMONS

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

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN

ERDEM SS16

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

ZIMMERMANN

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

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

MONIQUE LHUILLIER

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

EMILIA WICKSTEAD

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

FLOWER POWER

L*SPACE

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

Botanical blooms herald the start of the summer season

ROCKINS

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

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

ANNA-KARIN KARLSSON 'Rose Rouge' sunglasses, £425; annakarinkarlsson.com

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As a specialist practice, our experienced team of dental hygienists are dedicated to providing treatment of periodontal disease. Working with your existing dentist, we can help identify and treat gum disease through bespoke treatment plans tailored to your individual needs.

Contact us now for further information or to book an appointment.

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BLUE TIT CLAPTON Award-winning hairdressers in E5

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pring is here once more and with it, the perfect excuse to shake up your style. Perhaps there’s a shorter ’do you’ve been eyeing up? Or maybe a colour that you’re dying to try out?

If so, there are few salons that will treat your locks better than Blue Tit, Clapton.

The salon has outposts in Peckham, Brockley, Dalston, Stratford and now Brixton, each of which have a distinct personality according to the area. The façade of the Clapton Branch is the epitome of shabby chic but without any of the cutesy Cath Kidston-ness that implies.

The interior is all exposed brick, bleached, bare floorboards and lush greenery. Hanging industrial lights give the finishing touch.

I am greeted warmly and immediately offered a coffee from the serious-looking coffee maker behind the ‘bar’. There is also beer on tap, or wine if you prefer, both of which are dispensed freely. I have come in for a chop, taking my reasonably long hair up to a sharp shoulderlength crop. I am also about to try out one of the salon’s signature treatments: flamboyage.

This involves highlighting the hair at the ends in a natural-looking way to create texture and warmth. My wonderful colourist Luigi gets cracking and soon my lacklustre brunette has a honey sheen at the tips.

Alexis, my stylist, then starts the cut which adds in a few layers to give my thin-ish hair some volume and movement and somehow sorts out my ever-present cowslick. The result is fantastic – edgy, amplified and, most important, it suits me perfectly. The only question isn’t whether I’ll be back but when. u

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Sun Worship Estée Lauder

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

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

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

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

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This May, Islington-based salon 171 is offering a hair tint, cut and blow dry for only £60 for clients who quote the following reference when booking: MH05. Fancy a free file and paint manicure when you have your full price pedicure? Quote MB05 when booking.

171 Upper Street, N1; 171hairandbeauty.com

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

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um disease (or periodontitis) is no rarity, even in the our enlightened times, and if left untreated it can lead to bleeding gums, receding gums and even loss of teeth. I didn’t fancy any of that – but I can’t say I was much tempted by the traditional, surgical approaches to offsetting such problems, either. Which is why I booked an appointment with Pure Periodontics, specialists in nonsurgical periodontics and pioneers of the Waterlase treatment.

Sukriti, the practice manager, made me feel at ease straight away with a friendly smile and a calming voice.

Having studied psychology, she is looking at ways to help patients with the all-too common fear of the dentist.

Dr Neesha Patel, the practice principal, is ranked among the best periodontists in London, having achieved the Specialist in Periodontics title from the General Dental Council and won awards in restorative dentistry and oral surgery.

Dr Patel's expertise is second to none, and when she talks in so much detail

about periodontics, it's clear that she is enormously passionate about her job.

Immediately I am sent for an x-ray to investigate the damage to my gums and bone mass – and the results are alarming.

My gums are receding and I have lost some bone, leaving me at risk of losing teeth. A drastic measure and a healthy teeth and gum regimen is needed, so Dr Patel puts me on a six-month course of treatment beginning with a pain-free Waterlase treatment. I return every couple of months to see the dental hygienist to ensure that my gums are in tip-top condition. She explains exactly what she is doing and even shows me how to brush my teeth in the most effective way to keep the plaque away

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and my gums in the best possible condition. It also helps that Pure Periodontics are experts in the field: my treatment was a walk in the park compared to experiences I’ve had in the past. I left the practice with a healthier, happier mouth to prove it – and I didn’t even need to be referred in order to benefit; I just called and booked an appointment. In fact, all adult patients of Pure Periodontics receive a comprehensive annual evaluation of their gums, helping to nip nasty problems in the bud. A modern and holistic approach to oral hygiene, and one well worth looking into. ◆

● Pure Periodontics

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

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

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

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

POTTED CRAB

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

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

MOUSSAKA

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

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RHUBARB & ALMOND TART

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

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School Dinner B&H Kitchen

Calling all keen amateur chefs! Bourne and Hollingsworth have recently opened a cookery school in their Clerkenwell building, off Exmouth Market. Hosted by Adam Gray (Le Manoir aux Quat’ Saisons, Rhodes Twenty Four, Skylon) and his Head Chef Anthony Horn, the classes will take place three times a week.

42 Northampton Road, EC1R; bourneandhollingsworth.com

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CHOCOLATE BOX Maison Pierre Marcolini

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

Rhubarb Fizz

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The Lighterman

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Combining pub, dining room and bar, The Lighterman is the newest addition to King’s Cross’s Granary Square. Designed with an industrial feel, the floor-to-ceiling windows will offer fantastic views out over the canal while the British menu and extensive drinks list earmark this as our summer eatery of choice. 3 Granary Square, N1C; thelighterman.co.uk

50ml Hoxton Gin • 20ml Rhubarb puree 20ml lemon juice • 10ml sugar syrup 10ml elderflower cordial • Top soda water

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BRIT OF ALRIGHT Anglo

Honey Margarita

Modern British fare is coming to Farringdon in the form of Anglo, pet project of chef Mark Jarvis. The menus are updated every week so patrons can keep coming back and there will also be an extensive tasting menu in the evenings of six or more courses.

30 Cross Street, EC1; anglorestaurant.com

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50ml Casco Viejo Reposado • 20ml lime juice 20ml acacia honey • 3bsp pineapple & avocado puree • Top ginger beer

GOOD SPIRITS Black Rock

The phrase ‘whisky on tap’ has only ever been a figurative one – until now, that is. Intimate subterranean bar Black Rock aims to demystify the amber spirit and educate punters using its ‘Whisky Library’ of over 250 bottles from around the world.

9 Christopher Street, EC2A; blackrock.bar

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Blackberry Sour ◆

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BEL-AIR Feel good fast food in Shoreditch

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ringing a slice of sunny California to Shoreditch, Bel-Air specialises in healthy fast food. Since opening in 2014 they have become known for their substantial salads which are packed full of lean proteins and every type of veg imaginable. The boxes come in three different sizes and can be customised depending on individual tastes.

Their spring menu, which launched in April, makes for a fantastic lunch option – especially if you can take the time to enjoy it in the sunshine. The tarragon yogurt chicken with crushed purple new potatoes with almond pesto is creamy and tender. The pesto contains chilies giving the whole dish a nice kick.

My big salad box is a combination of Za’atar cauliflower with freekeh, spinach mint, fresh pomegranate and pomegranate molasses dressing, roast courgette - honey, nigella and goat’s curd dressing, spring herb crumb and salmon with green harissa. Though all delicious, the stars of the show are the cauliflower (flavourful with just the right amount of crunch) and the salmon (flaky and tangy). This is all topped off with a delightfully chewy cacao and peanut butter cookie.

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Doing Laundry Chinese food but not as you know it at Chinese Laundry in Islington Wo r d s e l i z a b e t h h u t t o n

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orget sweet and sour chicken and egg fried rice, the menu at Chinese Laundry revolves around the lesser known delicacies of Northern China.

Owned by Royal College of Art graduates Peiran Cong and Tontong Ren, the food and the decor are inspired by the duo’s upbringing in 1980s China; think net curtains and nick-nacks, omelettes and pancakes. Both kitsch and cute, it’s undoubtedly the coolest Chinese restaurant in London, which makes you wonder whether eating here will prove the old saying ‘style-over-substance’ correct.

Thankfully, I can assure you it doesn’t.

Unfamiliar with most of the menu, my friend and I ordered a feast of egg cõng yóu bing, big baozi, egg hug dumplings and pan fried mushrooms. We loved the cõng yóu bing; it’s a pan-fried, crispy, chewy multi-layer pancake folded over fried eggs

and homemade hot sauce. The enormous big baozis came and impressed with sweet caramalised pork belly and incredibly soft steamed buns. My favourite dish, however, was the egg hug dumpling. This is by far the oddest looking but most delicious plate, with pork dumplings cooked onto an omelette and topped with coriander, tomato, bacon, sesame and hot sauce.

With an impressive cocktail list, one thing you’ve got to try is the popular traditional Chinese spirit, Baiju. Made from fermented sorghum, the drink is infused with various flavours. If that’s not your thing, then try the dirty laundry, which is chocolate-infused gin, dry vermouth, olive juice, cocoa powder and chocolate ice pop. ◆

● chinese l aundry

107 Upper Street, N1, 020 7686 6847 chineselaundryroom.co.uk

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

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Open Morning Tuesday 3 May Come along anytime between 9am and 11.30am and see our school in action!

Eaton Square School is an independent, coeducational Nursery, Pre-Preparatory and Preparatory school in the heart of central London, educating children from the age of 2 ½ to 13 years old. The main school is in Belgravia, with three nursery schools located across London.

79 Eccleston Square, London SW1V 1PP T: 020 7931 9469 E: registrar@eatonsquareschool.com

www.eatonsquareschool.com

Elvaston Place Open Morning Thursday 9 June - 9am The Long Garden Open Morning Wednesday 8 June - 9.30am Booking is essential Hyde Park School offers your child a unique, well-rounded education, with 2 locations in central London. Our Nursery & Pre-Prep is located behind Marble Arch (W2) and takes children ages 2 - 5. Our Preparatory is in South Kensington (SW7) and takes ages 4 - 11.

The Long Garden, St George’s Fields, Albion Street, London W2 2AX ~ 24 Elvaston Place, London SW7 5NL T: 020 7225 3131 E: registrar@hydeparkschool.co.uk

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Open Mornings First Tuesday of every month at 9.30am Booking is essential

The Lyceum is a small, non-selective, independent nursery and school for boys and girls aged 3-11, with a unique educational philosophy delivered through topic-based learning. The school is situated in the City of London, near to Old Street and Shoreditch.

6 Paul Street, City of London EC2A 4JH T: 020 7247 1588 E: admin@lyceumschool.co.uk

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MERRY MERINO Smalls

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

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

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

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

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Specialising in newborn, baby, children and family portraiture, Charlotte Emily is passionate about capturing special moments that can be treasured forever and the shoots are carried out in the comfort of your own home. emilygrayphotography.co.uk

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

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

€49.00; donsje.com

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

 Netflix Kids’ Original Beat Bugs will be released this August. The fun animated series will feature the music of the Beatles sung by international music artists including P!nk, Sia, The Shins and Regina Spektor.

Perfect viewing for little ones. netflix.com

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

Rowena Marella-Daw reports.

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Absolutely takes a look at the arts and culture scene fuelling its rebirth W o r d s r o w e n a M a r e l l a - d aw

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

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

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

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

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

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

Fairbanks, D.W Griffith and Charlie Chaplin.

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

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

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Walt Disney Concert Hall

Arts District Mural

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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HOMES & INTERIORS / SPOTLIGHT A one stop shop for homewares in the heart of Clerkenwell designs, ensuring that each handmade light comes in a choice of 21 colours and a variety of shapes and sizes. The new summer collection is fresh, bright and, as always, colourful, featuring almost cheeky designs with playful names like the Gobstopper Light.

Similarly, Blackpop is the singular vision of one woman: Maxine Hall.

She acts as both designer and director at the brand she launched at London Design Week in 2013 and specialises in opulent, textured fabrics and wallpapers with an almost punky feel. Maxine claims that this is a result of papering the walls of her bedroom with old newspapers when she

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No. 39 Amwell Street will see the eyecatching, hand-blown glass lighting designers Curiousa & Curiousa set against the backdrop of Blackpop’s vivid

and characterful fabric and wallpaper.

So, where did these two brands spring from? Curiousa & Curiousa is the brainchild of Esther Patterson, a Derbyshire-dwelling designer who saw the trend in lighting leaning towards colourful statement pieces five years ago and founded Curiousa & Curiousa to anticipate the demand. She hasn’t looked back and in that time Liberty has become her sole retailer – until now. Esther prioritises the bespoke element of her

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was 13 and enjoying the uneven, anarchic look. Winner of the Decorex Product of the Year Award 2015, there is more to the brand than wallpaper; the furniture is also incredibly bold and striking.

Both will be launching a selection of luxury, contemporary, original designs at the new shop situated between creative hub Clerkenwell and smart, culture-rich Islington. Amwell Street itself is already well known by interior designers as the go to place for luxury fabrics, designer wallpapers and soft furnishings. With Timorous Beasties, Pigment & Patina and Northwood furnishings already populating the village style street, No 39 will fit in perfectly. 

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lerkenwell is home to more creative businesses and architects per square mile than anywhere else in the world. It follows, therefore, that Clerkenwell Design week has become one of the most important creative showcases in the cultural calendar. Every year, leading UK and international brands and companies are presented in a series of showroom events, exhibitions and special installations throughout the area. Now in its seventh year, the award-winning three day festival attracts tens of thousands of visitors and hundreds of exhibitors from established and recognisable brands to new and burgeoning talents.

Although open to all, Clerkenwell Design Week’s programmed series of talks, discussions and debates have become a world-class arena in which to introduce and discuss new products, raise industry issues and network. If you want to meet like-minded, designobsessed people, CDW is the place to

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be. Their specially created events take place across the showrooms and fringe venues at CDW. Designers involved in the programme previously have included Michael Young, David Adjaye, Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, Jake Dyson, Sebastian Cox, Todd Bracher, Patricia Urquiola.

As always, the venues remain varied and unconventional; for instance, Icon’s House of Culture will be located in infamous nightclub Fabric for 2016 which will be a great opportunity for revellers to see the venue in the light of day, rather than at 2am on a Friday night.

And the festival isn’t restricted to indoor spaces: every year CDW presents new design projects and street spectacles, commissioned specially for the festival and featured prominently around Clerkenwell. This is where the creativity of the festival really comes into its own, pushing the boundaries of design and craft. These installations are created to challenge visitors’ perception of design application, as well as to inspire and entertain them. Previous

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participants include Cousins + Cousins architects, Studio Weave, Gruppe, Assemble, Monotype, OKAY Studio, Russ + Henshaw, Johnson Tiles, Grimshaw Architects, Sebastian Cox, Laura Ellen Bacon and more.

Not just about interiors, Clerkenwell is also known for its abundance of architects, branding agencies and studios – several of which will throw open their doors and invite in the public for the duration of CDW, allowing a glimpse behind the scenes with interactive workshops, displays and installations.

Yet another facet of the festival is Conversations at Clerkenwell, an opportunity to discuss innovations, issues and ideas with similarly impassioned industry professionals. It is also a fantastic place for amateur designers or those with an interest they wish to pursue to listen to talks by a host of high-calibre speakers exploring hot industry topics, including a series of salons curated by Dutch designer Ineke Hans. The new Live events hub this year will be held at The Goldsmiths’ Centre and previous

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speakers have included The Campana Brothers, Ron Arad, Patricia Urquiola, Arik Levy, Professor Ben van Berkel.

The wider programme includes a pop-up exhibition on the craft of contemporary goldsmithing, the launch of the Goldsmiths’ Centre’s new membership programme for those in the design field and a series of workshops bringing craft and making to life. 

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The self-contained flat could be rented for additional income or could work well for guests or an Au Pair.

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“It’s a good area for children and for dogwalking, with Alexandra Palace, Highgate and Queens Woods very close by.”

This lovely home sits in an enviable position between Muswell Hill, Crouch End, Highgate and Alexandra Palace.

“We love our comfortable family home and secluded garden where we have lived for 13 years.”

The house is set back from the road behind a well-kept, deep front garden.

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

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

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

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

“Increased competition in the mortgage lending market, stronger economic growth, demand from cash-only buyers, and a relative lack of appropriate homes for sale in the right locations, have all contributed to the average house price rising.”

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

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

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

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

“There has been a clear widening in the gap between southern England, particularly London, and the rest of the country over the past 20 years – a trend that has continued during the last five years.”

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

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Exceptionally bright and spacious, this beautiful house boasts charming design throughout and maintains many original features. With over 1,300 sq ft of living space, this home provides three large bedrooms and an additional loft room that is currently used as a study. Other benefits include a private rear garden and close proximity to West Hampstead underground station.

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Park Avenue South, Crouch End, N8 £1,750,000 Crouch End 020 8348 8181 crouchend.sales@kfh.co.uk

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Beautifully presented five bedroom family house offering over 2,600 sq ft of flexible accommodation, arranged over four floors. Well decorated throughout, this stunning home provides three reception rooms and a 74 ft private rear garden.

This attractive period house is situated on a quiet residential road in Crouch End close to local primary and secondary schools, as well as Priory Park.

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Five double bedrooms Three bathrooms Four storeys Attractive period house Neutral décor Freehold EPC rating D

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Alma Street, Kentish Town, NW5 £700,000 Belsize Park 020 7483 4302 belsizepark.sales@kfh.co.uk

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Stunning one bedroom garden apartment, boasting an exceptionally spacious reception and over 700 sq ft of internal accommodation. This coveted end of terrace period residence is flooded with light and situated on a quiet road in Kentish Town’s Inkerman conservation area. Whilst tucked away from the bustle of the high street, it is still only moments away from all the local amenities, and within walking distance of Kentish Town underground station.

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One double bedroom 22 ft double reception Well equipped kitchen Private entrance Landscaped rear garden Leasehold EPC rating E

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Compayne Gardens, West Hampstead, NW6 £2,969 pcm

This well proportioned, three bedroom apartment features a very spacious main reception leading to a modern family kitchen. This attractive property boasts access to the picturesque and private communal gardens, including the residents’ tennis courts.

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Three bedrooms Two bathrooms Newly decorated Close to amenities Furnished or unfurnished

West Hampstead 020 7604 5150 westhampstead.lettings@kfh.co.uk £210 tenancy agreement fee per property. Other fees apply, visit kfh.co.uk/lettingsfees

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We let an eccentric artist studio on St Pancras Way. It was the epitome of urban living and was exceptionally stylish.

Needless to say the property was not on the market for very long. ew HMO (Houses with Multiple Occupancies) licence regulations were introduced in the Camden borough in November 2015 and have made an immediate impact on the local lettings market.

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open minded landlords are stepping in accommodation, due to some landlords reluctance to apply for a licence. As tenants’ options become more limited, open

minded landlords are stepping in to meet this growing demand. We have recently let several properties to these types of tenants where the landlords were more than happy to apply for the licences. Due to the increased demand from tenants, these landlords ended up renting their properties incredibly quickly and at very strong prices. u

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ental demand continues to grow, fuelled by tenants who either cannot afford to buy or prefer the flexibility of renting. With property prices here averaging £1M, many are diversifying their portfolios, looking to Zones 3 and 4 where prices are lower and yields higher. New developments like Kidderpore Green and West Hampstead Square are going to be sought-after and while sales prices are high, they offer the high spec that renters expect, so demand will be strong. Investors are also looking to areas like Colindale which is seeing dramatic transformation. u

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£2,395,000 superb 1920s semi-detached house affording spacious and well extended family sized accommodation over three floors. The property is offered in excellent condition benefiting from a delightful south facing rear garden backing

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onto woodland. Situated in this premier road being within easy walking distance of Highgate tube station as well as the local shops, restaurants and boutiques of Muswell Hill.

The lawned garden area boasts flower and shrub borders, a rear patio area and side access to the front of the property. There is also off street parking for two cars and an integral garage. u

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● The house has a private roof terrace with panoramic views across London, as well as a beautiful garden, additional terrace and two balconies.

AN ABUNDANCE OF NATURAL LIGHT:

● With floor to ceiling windows thoughtout, there is no shortage of natural light in this property. This, along with the exposed brickwork running through the house provides a bright, contemporary feel that is unique to this development.

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For me the draw of working in local property is the wealth of history and interesting people.

Each home tells the story of the person who has passed through it.

I'm incredibly proud to become part of the Central Muswell Hill team at our newest of six North London offices. u

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Having grown up on the Rookfields, I enjoy a very particular relationship with our clients there and in Priory Park. Our Park Road office has been home for many years, but I’m looking forward to a new office in the heart of Muswell Hill. u

Having worked for Prickett and Ellis for 14 years, I am delighted that we are opening the fabulous new office in Fortis Green Road to celebrate our 250 year anniversary. It is wonderful to be part of such a great company, one of the oldest privately owned estate agents in the country. u

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Manager

Manager

Having been a loyal Prickett and Ellis customer, I’m now a loyal Prickett and Ellis member of staff. I’ve always loved the individuality, professional integrity and friendly service that go with the name.

I am thrilled to share in the exciting launch of the Fortis Green Road office. u

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Crouch Hall Road, N8

ÂŁ675,000 SOFH

Immaculately presented, 2-bedroom conversion occupying the first floor of a handsome end-of-terrace, period residence on the Highgate periphery. Tastefully refurbished by the current owners and offers space and light in abundance with sleek, neutral internal detailing throughout, complemented with a host of period features including fireplace, high ceilings, and sash windows. Further comprising kitchen/diner, spacious reception room and modern family bathroom.

Mount View Road, N4

Guide ÂŁ1,950,000 FH

Well-presented, 6-bedroom, double-fronted, semi-detached, Victorian home. This stunning property offers space and light in abundance.

Comprising double reception, single reception/study, spacious rear living area incorporating kitchen/diner/reception, utility room and guest wc, first floor family bathroom and en-suite to master bedroom.

Benefiting from basement area and a delightful rear north-west-facing private garden

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Harcourt Road, Alexandra Park, N22

£1,250,000 Freehold. Sole Agents

Clyde Road, Alexandra Park, N22

£1,199,950 Freehold. Sole Agents

Situated within a sought after road is a truly outstanding five bedroom mid terraced three storey Edwardian family home. This fine home affords extremely bright and well-proportioned accommodation throughout whilst retaining many original period features.

Benefits include a spectacular kitchen/dining room which leads out to a beautifully maintained west facing rear garden; added benefits also include a separate utility and downstairs guest cloakroom. Located within a short walk of Alexandra Park, Palace and its main line station giving easy access to the City (Moorgate and Old Street), also close at hand is Bounds Green tube station (Piccadilly Line). Within catchment of Rhodes Avenue primary and Alexandra Park secondary schools.

Contact our Muswell Hill Office on 020 8444 1771

A truly outstanding mid terraced bay fronted Edwardian house providing a no expense spared tastefully renovated and decorated family home successfully marrying contemporary accommodation whilst still retaining many of the original period features. Situated within arguably Alexandra Park’s finest road in favourable distance of Alexandra Park secondary and Rhodes Avenue primary schools, also close at hand are the recreational areas of Alexandra Park and Palace as well as the main line station providing easy access to the City (Moorgate and Old Street).

Contact our Muswell Hill Office on 020 8444 1771

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Stapleton Hall Road, Crouch End Borders, N4

£669,950 SoF. Sole Agents

Set within an imposing period residence in a highly sought after area of Stroud Green the extent of the restoration has created an almost brand new apartment with many attractive features including a new, top of the range, spacious kitchen, new bathroom, new sash style windows, completely re-plumbed, rewired and new insulation throughout with a new central heating system complete with a ‘Nest’ digital control thermostat. Located close the Crouch Ends lively Broadway with its independent boutiques, cafes, restaurants, pubs and bars. Transport links are close by with Haringey Station and bus routes W3 and W7 to Finsbury Park Rail and Underground literally only a minute away giving quick and easy access to the city and West End. Contact our Crouch End Office on 020 8341 4050

Long Lane, East Finchley, N2

£1,125,000 Freehold. Sole Agents

An extremely spacious five bedroom Victorian semi detached family home located in the heart of the Old Village. The property benefits some fine period features, well appointed rooms throughout, a modern luxury kitchen, modern bathroom, utility/shower room and larger than average 150’ rear garden; also with the advantage of off street parking for two vehicles. Long Lane is ideally located within a ten minute walk to the local shops and within half a mile to East Finchley Tube (Northern Line).

Contact our East Finchley Office on 020 8883 1001

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always wanted to be an Estate Agent. It’s a strange thing for a young boy to want to be, but it’s true. During my last year of college I had an interview with a local agent. The meeting went quite well until the gentleman asking the questions looked up and said “Adam, I’m looking at your CV. You’re a straight A student. You’ve been elected by your peers as Student Council President. You’re 17 years old. Why do you want to be an Estate Agent?”

I didn’t really know the answer.

“I tell you what…” he started, “Do me a favour. Go to university. Study something that you really love.

Get some life experience. When you’re done, if you still want to be an agent, give me a call”. So I did. I spent the next three years of my life in Bath training as an actor, performing in national tours and setting up my own production company. In my final year I was given the responsibility of directing an entire production. This included managing budgets, devising schedules, running meetings and forever having my head in a book.

The challenge that I enjoyed most

They place their trust in me to handle the biggest investment of their lives was managing a team of over 20 people; my peers entrusted me to direct their final production, a production which would affect the outcome of their degree, something which they had spent three years of their lives on. They trusted me with what was essentially the biggest investment of their lives.

After I graduated I headed to where all budding actors and directors go, London. It was while I was flat hunting that my desire to become an Estate Agent once again re-established itself. Portico seemed like the perfect fit for me. I was fresh faced out of university, and Portico offered an award-winning training programme, excellent infrastructure and a solid history with a great ethos.

I built a strong knowledge of the industry in Islington then in

Battersea, and earnt my ARLA qualifications. It wasn’t long before I was offered the role of Lettings Manager in Islington. It suited me perfectly; I know the area like the back of my hand, and I’m also a self-confessed foodie, so there is no lack of choice working along ‘Supper Street’.

Essentially, the reason I wanted to be an Estate Agent is similar to the reason why I chose to do a degree in theatre. As the director of our final thesis production I had 100% accountability for the other student’s degrees. If I messed up, they messed up. Together we consulted with each other to develop a strategy and devise a plan. It was about working together, and building a sense of trust - and that’s what I love. This is what I do every day as a Lettings Manager.

I meet new people and develop long-lasting relationships. They place their trust in me to handle the biggest investment of their lives, as did my fellow students when they trusted me with the result of their final degree.

So if I was once again asked the question, “Why do you want to be an Estate Agent?” That is how I would answer. ◆

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Springfield Avenue

N10

£775,000

Share of Freehold A delightful and tastefully updated, garden maisonette, with a pale interior décor, on the ground floor of an Edwardian, semi detached, end of terraced “Arts & Crafts” house. This spacious garden maisonette has 2 good sized bedrooms - plus a study area - a lovely reception room and a modern “Shaker style” fitted kitchen/diner - all with solid oak wooden floors. There is also a white fitted bathroom, gas central heating, a private front door - within a recently extended brick and steel entrance porch and seating area - an approximately 50ft. long, private section, of the superb landscaped garden - backing onto “The Grove” in Alexandra Park - a driveway with off street parking for one car.

Alexandra Gardens

N10

£575,000 Leasehold

A “Chain Free”, garden maisonette, on the ground floor of a Victorian end of terraced building, which has 2 good sized bedrooms, a reception room and a spacious fitted kitchen/diner - opening to the garden. There is also a private front door, gas central heating, a private, Westerly facing, landscaped, patio garden and a new 999 year lease. The flat is situated only a short “uphill” walk from Muswell Hill Broadway, with its variety of shops, restaurants and buses towards Highgate Tube Station - for speedy journeys to the City and West End.

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Palace Gates Road

N22

£1,050,000 Freehold

Situated within easy walking distance of the greenery of Alexandra Park and Alexandra Palace Main Line Station, within a “late Victorian” terraced house, is a delightful family home, which has been tastefully updated throughout and encases 4 double bedrooms, a through reception room and a white fitted kitchen/dining room. The house also has a spacious, white fitted bathroom, a utility area, gas central heating, an off street parking space for 1 car and an approximately 65ft. long, Northerly facing garden.

In need of refurbishment

Palace Court Gardens

N10

£950,000 Freehold

In a peaceful and very sought after cul-de-sac, is a “Chain Free” and semi-detached, 1930’s built house, priced to allow for converting the loft, and totally updating the interior of the house, thereby providing a delightful 4 bedroomed family home – with the additional benefit of an “Office at Home” or Consulting Room, which could easily be created from the adjacent garage. The house currently has 3 bedrooms, and 2 reception rooms, a fitted kitchen and gas central heating, plus a shared driveway to the garage, and a 45ft. long, North Westerly facing garden. The house is situated close to the heart of Muswell Hill Broadway, with its variety of shops and transport amenities and only a few moments’ walk from the wide open swathes of greenery in Alexandra Park.

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