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24 BEAUTIFUL SOUL

We meet the brand's founder, Nicola Woods 29 PEACH PARTY

Our new favourite shade 36 ROGUE TRADER

The new queen of flat shoes

10 things we really want this month Diary dates for March

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Our favourite nordic creatures come to Kew

Gardens, via a stint at the South Bank

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45 CRUELTY-FREE BEAUTY All the best vegan products

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Tasty happenings from the local area and a selection of new restaurant openings

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From Beijing to Shanghai

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News and views from the designers

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New rugs from the designer PROPERTY

90 PROPERTY NEWS News and views on the area

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arch is officially spring. And while it might not feel like it yet, it's comforting to know that it soon will. Any minute now, we will all start brightening up our palettes with cheerier clothes in lighter shades, wearing fewer layers and generally emerging from the winter fug. So in this issue we're focusing on happy clothes, ranging from the delicate, vintage-inspired prints at London label Beautiful Soul to all things peach, which may sound unlikely as a new favourite shade until you have a look at page 29.

On our feet we're rediscovering comfort, courtesy of Rogue Matilda, the brand that puts the fun into flats.

And at home, once we've finished

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drooling over Vivienne Westwood's new collection of rugs – she and The Rug Company make a perfect match – we'll be retreating into bed, now that we've discovered linen bedding.

The brilliantly named Chiswickbased company Piglet in Bed makes the softest and most luxurious stonewashed bedding that's making it quite hard for us to get up in the mornings. So here's to you, spring.

We hope you enjoy the issue. ◆

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RETRO VINTAGE

Neil Barrett’s SS17 collection marries retro vintage with modernist cuts. Barrett applies his men’s wear expertise to women’s attire in a compilation of chic tailoring, striped knits and jacquard jersey dresses. neilbarrett.com

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STAR STUDDED

Style and practically are harmoniously insync with this calf leather backpack from Red Valentino.

The pretty blue leather is the perfect hue heading into Spring. £985; net-a-porter.com

CELESTIAL MOTIFS

These unique earrings from Andrea Fohrman are cut from the hand-selected, highly soughtafter 'Sleeping Beauty' turquoise to resemble crescent moons. £55; net-a-porter.com

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ORGANIC BEAUTY

PERFECT PRESENTS

With an array of timeless designs and stunning stones, Pandora jewellery pieces make great gifts that are guaranteed to make Mother's Day memorable. £90; pandora.net

A pioneer in forward thinking cosmetics, Kjær Weis focuses on creating 100% highperformance color cosmetics that don’t compromise luxury or contemporary design. kjaerweis.com

SO REAL

With a fanclub that includes Olivia Palermo, these So Real Dior sunnies will be top of many a wishlist as the weather warms. The distinctive thin top bar and cool blue tinted lenses will flatter all. £330; farfetch.com

DAISY TIME

After a long winter cosied up in ankle boots these daisy embellished sandals perfect for stepping into Spring. £610; farfetch.com

OODLES OF DOODLES Made from glossy textured-leather and silver-edged featherweight paper, this Premium notepade is perfect for doodles and creative musings. £65; smythson.com

TICK TOCK

Marrying classic British style with Swedish minimalism, this timepiece is part of Larsson & Jennings 'Chain Metal' series and works perfectly for office and evening. £225; larssonandjennings.com

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LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS 9 -1 1 Ma rc h Q u es to r ’s T he a tre oor downtrodden Seymour bites off more than he can chew when he P decides to nurture a strange new plant in boss Mr Mushnik's flower shop. This classic American musical is fantastically retold by an all-female cast with dramatic theatricality, catchy songs and handmanipulated puppets. u 12 Mattock Lane, W5; questors.org

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The American Dream Pop to the Present

2 3 - 2 5 Ma rc h B u s h T he a tre his inspiring series of short plays muses on the impact black lives have T had in today’s society. Black Lives, Black Words is an international project to which the Bush Theatre contributes new commissions, including writing by Rachel De-Lahay and Winsome Pinnock.

7 Uxbridge Road, White City, W12; bushtheatre.co.uk

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Trace 60 years of a superpower in this major exhibition from America’s most celebrated artists.

Experience this dynamic history through the eyes of Warhol, Rauschenberg and more. Many of these works also address the deep divisions in society that continue to resonate with us today.

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JIM DOWIE EXHIBITION

1 0 Ma rc h L e m o ng ro ve G a ll e r y ormed from a haphazard linear journey, Jim Dowie’s expressive faces F emerge from an abstract world of colour. His work is celebrated with a selection of other incredibly iconic pop culture artists.

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WOW FESTIVAL

7-1 2 Ma rc h S o u thb a nk C e ntre ollowing a globe-wide year of F change and political upheaval, with a questioning of women’s roles and rights, Southbank Centre’s annual flagship festival WOW – Women of the World returns. This year’s festival invites talks, debates, performances and workshops from the likes of Gillian Anderson, Catherine Mayer, Gemma Cairney and Harriet Harman MP. .

Belvedere Rd, Lambeth, SE1; southbankcentre.co.uk

ROBOTS Ongoing S c i e n c e Mu se u m

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From a 16th century mechanised monk to some of film’s most iconic creations, Robots will make you look at yourself and society in a whole new way. This blockbuster exhibition explores the ways robots mirror humanity and the insights they offer into our ambitions, desires and position in a rapidly changing world.

2 March L ondon T ransport Muse um Street. Urban. Public. There are S many names for the art forms we find in our in public spaces.

So what is street art and how is it defined? Author and designer Tristan Manco will be uncovering the history of street art, discussing the dichotomy between the commissioned and uncommissioned, and the creativity and sense of community street art inspires.

Covent Garden Piazza, WC2E; ltmuseum.co.uk

Exhibition Rd, Kensington, London SW7; beta. sciencemuseum.org.uk

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n an interesting mix of theatre, history and fine art, this multimedia play charts the life of Frederic Lord Leighton, the acclaimed Victorian artist, and Dorothy Dene, his model muse and confidante. The Muse coincides

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with the homecoming of Flaming June, Leighton’s most iconic work, and reimagines scenes from Leighton’s life in the very house that they would have taken place.

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f 2016 was the year of hygge, then 2017 is set to be the year of the Moomins. The Southbank Centre has launched Nordic Matters, a year of Scandinavianthemed events, which kicks off with Adventures in Moominland, an immersive exhibition dedicated to the rounded inhabitants of Moominvalley and their Finnish creator, Tove Jansson. Other global Moomin happenings in 2017 incude the opening of a new museum in Finland, the launch of a new animated series by Wallace and Gromit’s Steve Box and an Easter Moomin festival at Kew Gardens.

The exhibition at the Festival Hall focuses heavily on Jansson’s life, featuring original illustrations and artworks as well as letters and personal items from her studio, displayed in an interactive world based on the Nordic landscape of the books. Several of the Moomin stories, such as Comet in Moominland (1946) and Moomin Midwinter (1957) were written against the backdrop of political and socio-economic change in Finland and heavily influenced by Tove’s relationships with family, friends and lovers which defined the narrative and character development. Written during a time of hardship and war, the tolerant world of Moominvalley offered a refuge from the harshness of reality. Jansson explored her art and own sexuality within the confines of this changing political landscape - and her friends, enemies, fears and hopes often found themselves manifested in the complex and emotional stories.

Accompanying the Southbank’s exhibition is a pop-up Moomin store in the Festival Hall, selling the ever-popular Moomin homewares. Finish design

company Arabia started manufacturing Moomin-themed children’s ceramics, using Jansson’s original illustrations, in the late 1950s, and a second launch in the 1990s kicked off a Moomin boom that has never really gone away. The high quality ceramics with their simple, practical shapes and the high-shine glaze of the colourful Moomin motifs make the pieces highly collectible – and the limited edition ranges particularly so.

The Moomin-themed Easter extravaganza at Kew Gardens is an exciting interactive trail exploring the hidden depths of the gardens, passing vibrant displays of fritillaries, camassias and tulips, and culminating at a magical Moomin Camp in the wild woodland of the Conservation Area.

Sophia Jansson, creative director of Moomin Characters and niece of Tove Jansson, said: “All of the inhabitants of Moominvalley possess a deep love and respect for nature, from the Hemulens who spend their time collecting plants or butterflies to the adventurous Snufkin, whose music is inspired by the landscape around him.” ◆ l Adventures in Moominland continues at the Royal Festival Hall until 23 April.

Book tickets at southbankcentre.co.uk or call 020 7960 4200 l The Moomins Easter Adventure comes to Kew Gardens from 1 to 17 April. kew.org

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BLUSHING BEAUTY Founded in 2006, Bimba Y Lola is one of the world's fastest growing labels. Originating in Spain, the brand has gathered a dedicated following with their quirky prints and stylish staples. We love the brand’s offering of costume jewellery - perfect for making a grand entrance. bimbaylola.com

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Tulle rules, logos return and gingham gets a high-fashion makeover this March Wo r d s j oy m o n t g o m e r y

BRAND PROFILE:

FROM RUSSIA WITH LOVE V I L S H E N KO WHO

Russian fashion designer Olga Vilshenko was born in the communist-era Ural region, surrounded by craftsmanship which was passed down through the generations. Inspired by her mother, who created one-of-a-kind pieces in a time of austerity, Olga went on to develop her self-taught skills at the Institute of Fashion and Art in Russia and London’s Istituto Marangoni. In 2011 she launched her first collection for Vilshenko. u

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Fusing the intricacy and folkloric flourishes of her eastern heritage with the wearable luxury of the modern day fashion market, Vilshenko offers eclectic character in landscape of a homogenised street style and low-key athleisure. For SS17 the brand has embraced patchwork and ditzy florals on peasant blouses and flowing fabrics, alongside hits of tailoring and military red. u

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Vilshenko has become catnip for young, fashion-conscious Londoners, who juxtapose their embroidered jackets and calf-length floral dresses with Saint Laurent leather skinnys and Zara biker boots. Championed by everyone from Anna Dello Russo and Pandora Sykes to Florence Welch and Alexa Chung, the brand’s contemporary spin on Russia's traditional rich fabrics and long sleeved elegance has won the hearts of the blogging crowd and industry insiders alike. vilshenko.com

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Two of a kind Elizabeth and James

Founded in 2007 by actresses and style icons Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, Elizabeth and James is the fashion brand that delivers elegant yet designconscious styles for the mid-priced fashion market. Shaped by the duo's signature minimalist aesthetic, for SS17 the brand has embraced languorous silhouettes in heavyweight luxe fabrics. Spring style: sorted. elizabethandjames.us

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5 of the best

FLOWER POWER

Dolce & Gabbana We all deserve a treat for making it through the Arctic tundra that is February, and what better way to celebrate blossoming spring than Dolce & Gabbana’s flower box clutch? Ticking both the mini bag and floral trends, this ladylike accessory will add new season elegance to any ensemble; £2,550. harrods.com

TULLE BUYS MARY KATRANTZOU

Fosse tulle blouse, £625; matches.com

HERE COMES THE SUN

Finlay & Co It’s never too early to invest in new sunnies and London-based brand Finlay & Co are the cool new brand to know.

Their signature hardwood frames, which are designed in West London and handmade in Italy, have been spotted on countless celebs, including Gigi Hadid and Cara Delevigne. The brand's Draycott Black Gradient frames are our look to love for SS17; £175 finlayandco.com

MOLLY GODDARD

Young dress, £1,400; doverstreetmarket.com

GO GINGHAM

Sandy Liang Gingham is back on the fashion radar for SS17, and this statement shirt from up-and-coming designer Sandy Liang will allow you to try the trend without straying into tablecloth territory. With the shirt experiencing a chic reinvention, Liang’s cut-out frilled iteration will keep you going through the tricky seasonal transition and right into autumn; £355. net-a-porter.com

MIU MIU

Tulle dress, £870; mytheresa.com

ZARA

Gathered tulle dress, £25.99; zara.com

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LOGO MANIA

Gucci Yes that’s right, logos are back, and unsurprisingly it’s it-brand Gucci leading the way with their Instagramfriendly tees. Inspired by an original ‘80s print, this oversized T-shirt features the brand’s signature motif in faded gold lettering. We’ll be pairing ours with vinyl trousers for spring, and come summer, tucking it into a floral midi skirt; £320. gucci.com

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MARCO DE VINCENZO

Polka-dot embroidered tulle dress, £1,478; matchesfashion.com

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Soul

SISTER Absolutely meets Nicola Woods, founder of ethical fashion brand Beautiful Soul I n t e r v i e w J oy m o n tg o m e ry

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FASHION / PROFILE JOY MONTGOMERY: How was Beautiful Soul first conceived?

NICOLA WOODS: I had an unconventional

route into the fashion industry. After working in a fast-paced career in corporate insurance for 11 years, I took a sabbatical to travel the world with my best friend. During this adventure I found my calling sitting under a cherry blossom tree in the heart of Tokyo and I began to envision my career path from a different point of view. In that moment I realised I needed to make radical changes to my lifestyle and revisit my childhood ambition of design. I haven’t looked back since. Returning to London I underwent training at the London College of Fashion, earning a BA(Hons) in Fashion, Design and Technology (Creative Pattern Cutter) and launched Beautiful Soul London in 2011.

Fast fashion

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During my degree, I was set the challenge of designing a collection made out of old junk. While many students didn’t seem enthusiastic, for me, my creativity came to life. I loved everything about this project as it taught me to delve beneath the surface and think outside the box. Most of all I loved meeting Orsola de Castro, a guest speaker who shared her passion about upcycling to a packed lecture hall of students - one of whom was me. From that moment a seed was planted and my final collection was inspired by Wabi-Sabi, the quintessential Japanese aesthetic of finding beauty in the imperfect, modest and humble.

Each piece in the collection was oneof-a-kind and tailored from upcycled vintage Japanese kimonos which dated back to the 1940s. The love and craftsmanship that went into making every single garment gave me a true understanding of the production line.

After graduating, Orsola and friends from the Ethical Fashion Forum and Centre for Sustainable Fashion encouraged me

to apply to Estethica - a platform founded by the British Fashion Council to promote sustainable fashion at London Fashion Week. The V&A fell in love with my debut Kimono collection and stocked it for several seasons.

I grew the business from scratch and launched a ready-to-wear collection: Beautiful Soul London.

JM: What role does sustainability play in your brand?

NICOLA WOODS: As a designer and

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founder of a fashion label, I am constantly developing new ways to incorporate responsibility into the brand's processes, ensuring sustainability is at the core of the brand's DNA. We exercise a common sense policy, using our voices to ensure the indsutry values people, the environment, creativity and profits in equal measure.

Fast fashion might be cheap but somebody in the supply chain is suffering as a result - consumers should not under estimate their power. Try to have a rule

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FASHION / PROFILE

I have been LUCKY and BUILT a following of loyal SUPPORTERS: Pippa Middleton and Livia Firth, to name a few Hill in spring. The Signature Hydrangea print looked to childhood memories of collecting pet ladybirds with my sister, keeping them safe on our grandmother's blooming hydrangeas. Look closely and you will find cute bumblebees and ladybirds nestled within the flower petals.

For SS17 I have also launched my first design collaboration with luxury English brand Aspinal of London, who support young British designers. Together we have designed a range of bags and umbrellas with a covering of Beautiful Soul's timeless Signature Hydrangea and Blossom prints.

JM: What has been the highlight of your career so far?

NW: I have been incredibly lucky and built

a following of loyal supporters, including Pippa Middleton and Livia Firth to name a few. It's also amazing seeing our friends wearing and enjoying the brand. I had the pleasure of meeting the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh as part of the Diamond Jubilee celebrations, which was a surreal experience and such a memorable day.

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JM: How would you define British style?

NW: I love that there are no rules to

with yourself only to buy pieces that you love and will cherish. I would recommend watching The True Cost (of Fashion) documentary, which explains my vision to create pieces that are beautiful, inside and out.

British fashion. As a British designer I am passionate about honouring the hallmarks of British craftsmanship and supporting the regeneration of UK manufacturing and textile production. I love to add a sprinkle of English charm to my designs, which are unapologetically feminine.

JM: What inspired your Patti Wilson collection?

NW: I named the collection Patti Wilson

JM: What is your favourite piece from your latest collection?

NW: The Takara dress, Emi dress Miki

after my mum, and I set myself the challenge of re-working my favourite prints from Beautiful Soul London’s archive. The Signature Blossom print was inspired by that life-changing moment in Tokyo and the English charm of Notting

dress and Hanna dress are my favourite styles and I own them in a variety of signature prints. ď ľ Chika shirt dress

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FASHION / TREND J.W.ANDERSON Pierce Mini Leather Cross-Body Bag, £895; j-w-anderson.com

FINDERS KEEPERS Claude Light Peach Satin Bomber Jacket, £200; harveynichols.com

JOSEPH Round-Neck Cashmere Sweater, £275; matchesfashion.com

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SIES MARJAN Hotus Bonded-Satin Coat, £1,650; matchesfashion.com

HUISHAN ZHANG Axelia Cloud-Lace LongSleeved Dress, £695; matchesfashion.com ACNE STUDIOS Bela Cotton Shirt, £250; mytheresa.com

SAINT LAURENT Medium Leather Tote, £645; ysl.com CHLOÉ Drew Small Leather Cross-Body Bag, £1,050; mytheresa.com

LA VIE EN ROSE

JIL SANDER Low-Top Satin Trainers, £335; net-a-porter.com

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MIU MIU Embellished Ruffled SilkTrimmed Crêpe Top, £415; net-a-porter.com

VALENTINO Rockstud Leather Heels, £650; selfridges.com

SOPHIE HULME Milner Mini Envelope Leather Cross-Body Bag, £350; sophiehulme.com

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Wrap up in textured luxury this season Photography zoe mcconnell

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FLAT OUT Absolutely meets Katie Harland, the brains behind shoe brand sensation Rogue Matilda Wo r d s j oy m o n t g o m e r y

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ast year the fashion week FROW was a veritable paradise of fashionable flats: from slip-on skaters and lace-up Stan Smiths to androgynous brogues and quirky pointed pumps. Flats are officially back, and it's designer Katie Harland leading the way in a new landscape of elevated basics.

Rogue Matilda is the chic shoe brand industry insiders are going mad for.

Offering a tightly edited line of lace-ups (and for this season, loafers) in a range of colourful hues, fabrics and prints, Rogues have become a lifeline for every busy woman needing some stylish comfort in her wardrobe.

We chatted to Katie about her journey, inspirations and that photo of Gigi Hadid…

ABSOLUTELY: What motivated you to create a shoe brand devoted exclusively to flats?

KATIE HARLAND: The inability to find any flats I liked aside from trainers.

I’ve never been a ballet pump girl and I felt that a lot of the brogues and loafers on the market lacked a playful and feminine touch.

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A lot of BROGUES on the MARKET lack a PLAYFUL touch

Taffy brogues

ABS: This season the runways were dominated by flats, while countless fashion editors were photographed wearing trainers. Why do you think the fashion industry has decided to embrace flat shoes?

KH: Isn’t it obvious? They’re so comfy!

I can’t imagine pacing round all those shows in stilettos. That’s not to say heels don’t have their place, but I think the industry has seen a huge uplift in ‘comfort’ brands. People are willing to pay more for everyday essentials because they see value in cost per wear, rather than splashing out on one-off pieces.

ABS: What has been your biggest career highlight so far?

KH: Definitely when Gigi Hadid was spotted in Rogues at NYFW – she looked amazing.

ABS: Do you think flats are feminist?

KH: Certainly not, they’re devoid of a higher meaning - they’re just practical.

I don’t think that when women slip on a pair of Rogues they’re doing so for the equality of the sexes, they’re doing it because they feel good in them. All women should be feminists at heart, but for me fashion is apart from this.

It’s a feeling, more so in London than other cities in the world, and it’s also an expression of yourself.

come from a background in footwear design so I’m always curious about the engineering of a shoe.

ABS: How has social media impacted your growth as a brand?

KH: It’s definitely a key component of the brand's growth but I’m not hell-bent on putting across a polished and professional façade. It’s always been about people seeing what goes into creating the brand; the things that excite and inspire collections, news updates and exclusive offers. It’s a very personal account and I love the thoughtful feedback I receive from people who follow the brand. It's such a fantastic tool which is available to start-ups these days. To be able to instantly connect and talk to your customers gives a much more intimate relationship between brand and consumer. As the majority of my sales are through the website, it also keeps me grounded in what people like, want and need.

ABS: What are your top tips for styling flat shoes?

KH: Flash a bit of ankle. Personally I think flat shoes look their best with an ankle grazing trouser, which is lucky as cropped flares, sawn-off denim, culottes and cigarette trousers are everywhere this season. The combination of trouser length and shoe means that it’s still flattering to a woman’s shape, but in a different way to a heel. The French pull off this look very well.

ABS: If you would love one celebrity to wear a pair of Rogues who would it be?

KH: Jennifer Lawrence. Not so much for the impact on sales, I just think she’s awesome. She’s a great example of a woman in the public eye who stands for something. She’s not just a clothes horse, she has a voice.

Cosmic black loafers

Bullseye brogues

ABS: Where would you like to see the brand in ten years?

KH: I’d love to have a store in Westbourne Grove or Marylebone High Street. I think for a brand it’s such a great opportunity to be in a position where you can have a store, as it is the only time you can get the brand personality across in the flesh, rather than online. Obviously, on top of this it would help to have a killer collection of stockists globally. ◆ roguematilda.com

Pomme gris brogues

ABS: Where do you draw your inspiration from?

KH: Street style is a huge influence, and nowhere in the world is better for this than London. I find that going for a walk around the city is hugely influential. Aside from this, I think you’ve also got to get in to that playful childlike state. Experiment and try things out. I often rip apart previous samples (rip the leather right off the sole!) and stick things on to them - it’s a very physical process for me. I don’t

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ABS: What are your favourite pair of Rogues?

KH: Without a doubt Pomme Noir. For a London girl, they are the perfect shoes to take you from day to night. The patent leather looks smart for work and is easy to clean if your evening plans escalate, while the pompoms add a fun detail.

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NATURAL SELECTION Born from a desire to create highperformance cosmetics using organic ingredients, Kjær Weis' skin-loving products and opulent packaging prove that high-end beauty can have a heart. kjaerweis.com

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Night time rejuvenation, no markup make-up and express city facials W o r d s J OY M O N T G O M E R Y

IN HARMONY FIRE & ICE FACIAL PEEL Hampton Court KT8; Wo r d s J u l i a K r u p s k a

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ou’d be forgiven for approaching a treatment called Fire and Ice with a touch of caution, but despite its daunting title, this intensive facial from cult beauty brand iS Clinical is the latest craze amongst Hollywood A-listers.

I meet my therapist Rosa who chats to me about my skin type and condition.

As winter wreaks havoc with my skin’s moisture and hormones create unsightly breakouts, I’m told the peel is ideal for my complexion and combating problematic areas. Made up of almost entirely botanics and with no chemicals in sight, I’m excited to see the results.

Rosa cleanses my face and runs a quick examination. She then sets to work, lathering on a resurfacing mask that smells strongly of cinnamon and stings during exfoliation. Three minutes and another cleanse later, my face is soothed with a rejuvenating mask. This one smells of peppermint and is designed to reduce inflammation and boost hydration.

As we wait for my skin to absorb the treatment, I’m offered a scalp and shoulder massage, which I graciously accept.

Combined with a pot of fruit and herbal tea on departure, the attention to detail and client satisfaction is thoroughly well done.

Over the next few days I notice a glow in my complexion, my skin is baby soft and a stubborn dry patch on my cheek has visibly diminished. I may have just found winter skin salvation. ◆

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School’s Out Clinique x Crayola

Cult beauty meets colouring for this nostalgic beauty collaboration.

Clinique’s Chubby Stick has been given a makeover with limited edition packing inspired by stationery brand Crayola. Each product in the 10-piece collection has been colour-matched with one of the brand’s pre-existing shades, apart from the playful new hue Tickle Me Pink; £17.50 each. clinique.com

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CITY SAVIOUR Debbie Thomas Illuminate

Award-winning celebrity facialist Debbie Thomas has launched a new express treatment room at Harvey Nichols. Perfect for speedy lunchtime treatments or a preevent pick-me-up, all 11 advanced treatments are able to improve skin illumination in just 20 minutes with zero downtime. harveynichols.com

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CUTIE PIE Beauty Pie

Luxury lipstick for less than a latte?

Surely there must be a catch. Not according to Beauty Pie, the new beauty membership service offering luxury cosmetics at factory prices.

For £10 a month beauty-lovers are able to cut out the middle man and buy direct from luxury suppliers.

With lipsticks priced at £3.43 and mascaras for only £1.85, Beauty Pie is set to be a winner. beautypie.com

OVERNIGHT SENSATION Estée Lauder

From the sellout Advanced Night Repair serum comes a new and innovative maskin-oil treatment. Supercharging your skin’s natural overnight repairing process, this strengthening formula works to seal in the hydrating benefits of your night cream and enable it to fully recover for the day ahead; £55. esteelauder.co.uk

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PICK STEAMY SCENTS Penhaligon

Inspired by the historic Savoy Turkish Baths of Jermyn Street, this exquisite new fragrance duo from Penhaligon evokes the marble interiors and serene mists of the traditional hammam. Available in both a perfume and cologne, notes include rose and pink pepper and cool eucalyptus and white cedar.

Escapsim in a bottle. penhaligons.com

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HEALTH & BEAUTY / PRODUCTS OBSESSIVE COMPULSIVE COSMETICS

Cosmetic Colour Pencils, £11.25 each; beautybay.com

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Pacific Coast Pirouettes Nail Polish, £10.95; nailpolishdirect.co.uk

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Got You Covered Mineral Powder Foundation Broad Spectrum SPF 15, £31; arbonne.com

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TAKE A LOOK. OUR RESTYLED RESTAURANT IS NOW OPEN...

Our redesigned restaurant has now reopened and we cannot wait to welcome you! Expect chic design, our welcoming atmosphere alongside modern British cuisine and of course, our famous River Thames view. Come and see for yourself, simply get in touch on 020 8939 1084 to make your reservation.

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Noah Fecks

SIMPLE SUPPERS Taking inspiration from professional chefs, each recipe in The Short Stack Cookbook focuses on a singular ingredient and transforms them into the kind of heartfelt cooking friends and family love. £25, Abrams; abramsbooks.com

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GRAPE NEWS

Wine recommendations

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

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BERRY BROS. & RUDD CHAMPAGNE ROSE NV £33 Perfectly balanced and richly structured, this is an exuberant and beautifully fragrant sparkling wine, with red berries and other summer fruits dancing harmoniously on the palate.

The perfect bottle of vibrant pink bubbles for a special someone or occasion. ◆

GOOD ORDINARY CLARET 2014 WITH LIMITED EDITION LABEL

BY LUKE EDWARD HALL £9.95 Good Ordinary Claret is our best-selling wine, and for the second year we have released a parcel of this popular wine with limited edition labels.

The name Good Ordinary Claret first used in the 1960’s when Berry Bros. & Rudd first came up with idea for an own label range. This wine brilliantly highlights the sheer drinkability of modern red Bordeaux. ◆

2014 GIBSON BRIDGE PINOT GRIS RESERVE, MARLBOROUGH £15.50 New Zealand Pinot Gris tends to veer towards the Alsace (rather than Italian) style, and this is case in point.

This single-vineyard wine is rich and round, with hints of apricot and spice alongside green pear and a mineral thread. It is full, fleshy with a concentration of fruit that lasts in the mouth and would make it delicious with creamy dishes. ◆ bbr.com

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Tall Order Six Storeys

Living up to its name, this six-story townhouse is soon to become a firm favourite on the London social scene. Open for the early risers right through to the night owls, its carefully curated cocktail menu has been devised to fill, delight and intrigue, either through theatre, ingredient or technique. sixstoreys.com

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Perched high above the capital with enviable views, Aviary has come home to roost. Created by leading restaurant and bar operator ETM Group, the sky-high venue boasts large ornate birdcages and classy drinks that will have pleasureseekers flocking. themontcalm.com

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Drop is a new delivery service from the people behind The 10 Cases wine bar and bistro in Covent Garden. It brings you top quality, expertly chosen, excellent value wines to your doorstep, workplace or picnic rug without the hassle of a minimum spend or minimum order. dropwine.co.uk

We’re being spoilt rotten with restaurant openings at the moment, so we’ve cut through the noise to find the only five that matter…

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BONNIE GULL SOHO For seafood more interesting than your standard cod and chips, try Bonnie Gull Soho. Standout dishes include squid toast with ink aioli, embercooked mussels and cool drinks like the Bonnie Mary which comes topped with a fresh oyster.

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CASITA ANDINA Traditional Peruvian recipes and culinary techniques headline at this informal canteen and pisco bar, another total winner from Martin Morales of Ceviche and Andina fame.

CREATIVE HUB Carousel

Carousel, Marylebone’s revolving creative hub for international guest chef talent, art and culture, has announced its new line-up of handpicked chef residencies for this month and it’s seriously impressive.

Our pick? Alex McCoy of Alfie’s creative Thai dishes, served up 7th – 18th March.

Best book early to avoid disappointment. carousel-london.com

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EMBER LONDON Based on the lane where the Great Fire of London started, the aptly-named Ember boasts glowing copper interiors and a delicious panAsian menu.

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SPRING CLEAN Crucial Detox

If you’re feeling sluggish, Crucial Food’s food and drink detoxes will boost the immune system to fight off winter colds and to reinvigorate the body as spring approaches. You can even get ahead of the game by using it to kick-start a summer fitness regime. crucialfood.com

TANDOOR CHOP HOUSE A meeting of a North Indian communal eatery and a classic British chop house, inside you’ll find tandoor ovens, Indian spices and marinades inside, along with a menu of select prime cuts of meat.

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THE KITTY HAWK The Kitty Hawk is hub of bespoke dining experiences all under one roof. With no fewer than five ‘departments’ the social hub caters for everything from early morning coffees and breakfasts to confessions over evening cocktails.

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03/02/2017 12:59

Modern Dinner Party Best-selling food writer Ella Mills of Deliciously Ella is on hand to help you prepare a healthy and utterly delicious feast for friends or family, whatever the occasion.

Wo r d s H a n n a h H o p k i n s

Why do you think more people are choosing to host than go out for dinner?

I think there’s something really lovely about hosting people at home – it’s normally a much more intimate, relaxed atmosphere and it’s a lot cheaper too. I absolutely love cooking delicious food for people, making great cocktails and having a long dinner that can go on for hours and hours.

What is your number one rule when hosting a dinner party?

Make your guests feel incredibly welcome. The beauty of going out for dinner is not having to wash up or tidy and I like to recreate that for my friends and family, so that they can really enjoy the evening. I try to tidy all my cooking mess before everyone arrives, light candles, have music on, get lots of nibbles out and have drinks at the ready.

What are some cheat snacks for the table?

Big bowls of hummus are perfect, it’s so easy to make and it always gets finished really quickly.

Doing a twist on it, like a roasted carrot hummus or a sun-dried tomato and butterbean hummus is great as it sounds fancy but it couldn’t be easier to do. I love making little

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socca pizzas, mini bite-sized baked potatoes stuffed with cashew sour cream and little beet and sweet potato crisps.

What are your favourite easy but impressive dishes?

Indian food is a real favourite of mine, as it’s full of flavour and really satisfying, but it’s pretty easy to do. I often cook big pots of chana masala with aloo gobi and coconut rice for friends, which are always demolished really quickly. For quick kitchen suppers I love spiced potato cakes with garlicky tomato sauce and French beans.

Sharing plates are popular these days, can you recommend any?

I love sharing plates, as it allows everyone to try lots of different foods. My favourites are sesame coated sweet potato falafels with miso and sesame glazed aubergines, sesame and harissa greens, garlicky black beans and some hummus – it’s a nice way of building mix and match bowls so that you get lots of different flavours and textures.

Balancing nutrition with dinner party food can be tricky. Do you have tips for making

I love VEGGIE dishes that prove EATING WELL isn't all about RABBIT food. something wow-worthy that doesn’t leave you feeling bloated afterwards?

Everyone is so different but I love making veggie-based dishes that highlight that eating well isn’t about rabbit food. I always assumed that healthy food was iceberg lettuce with cucumber and tomatoes but once I started learning to cook I realised it could be the absolute opposite. I often make things like courgette and pea risotto using brown rice with lemon, garlic and mint; marinated cauliflower steaks with chili quinoa and bean stews with chili, coriander and a mango salsa.

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his is a simplified version of the classic pho recipe, which means you can have dinner on the table in twenty minutes rather than leaving it to simmer for hours! The broth base is flavoured with sesame, ginger, spring onions, chilli and lime and then filled with lots of veggies and buckwheat noodles before being topped with fresh coriander. A perfect cosy, comforting supper that will warm and rejuvenate you.

N U T- F R E E I n g r e d i e nt s • 2 portions of buckwheat noodles, or even courgette • 25g dried shiitake mushrooms • 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil • generous thumb of root ginger, finely grated • 2 garlic cloves, finely grated • 2 red chillies, finely sliced • 2 spring onions, each chopped into 4

• 2 tablespoons brown miso paste • 2 tablespoons tamari • 100g baby corn • 250g bok choi, thinly sliced • 120g beansprouts • 2 carrots, peeled and julienned • handful of fresh coriander, roughly chopped • juice of 1 lime, plus lime wedges to serve M e th o d 1 Prepare the noodles, if using, according to the packet instructions, then place in a sieve and rinse with cold water. Put the dried shiitake in a bowl, pour over 500ml of boiling water and set aside for 20 minutes. 2 Heat the sesame oil in a wok, or large sauté pan, then add the ginger, garlic, chillies and spring onions, and cook for a minute or so, stirring to make sure the garlic doesn’t burn. 3 Splash in a little water and let it bubble for a couple of minutes, then add the miso and tamari and 500ml more boiling water. Let this broth bubble away until the mushrooms are ready, then add them too, with their soaking water (except the dregs, as they may contain grit). Return to a nice simmer for 5 minutes. 4 Add the corn and bok choi, and simmer for 5 minutes.

Stir in the beansprouts and carrots.

5 Divide the noodles between 4 bowls, then spoon the broth on top. Sprinkle with chopped coriander and a squeeze of lime juice, then serve with lime wedges.

What about some quick but impressive drinks?

I love a sparkling pineapple and cayenne blend with soda water, lime, a little maple and lots of ice. It works well as a cocktail or a mocktail.

How do you cater for vegetarians and vegans?

I am veggie, which really helps. I often make veggie food as the centre of the meal and then will do a piece of salmon as a side for those who don’t want just vegetables.

Any ideas for centrepieces? Or favourite flowers to use on the table?

I like doing something simple with candles, little jars of flowers and then lots of food.

And finally, what qualities does the perfect host have?

Being relaxed, so that your guests feel relaxed too, which means everyone has more fun. u Recipe extracted from Deliciously Ella With Friends by Ella Mills, published by Yellow Kite, £25 © Ella Mills 2017 Photography © Claire Winfield Yellowkitebooks.co.uk • Deliciouslyella.com

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03/02/2017 14:26

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FOOD & DRINK / RESTAURANT REVIEW

Little Bird The tropical tiki lounge that's charming Chiswick Wo r d s J u l i a K r u p s k a

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ocated a stone’s throw from Chiswick station, Little Bird seems oddly out of place with its peppering of outdoor fairy lights and burning fire display, the only hint of street life radiating from this quaint setup. Inside is a tropicalmeets-bohemian paradise that whisks you into a new world and far away from the streets of London.

Little Bird is known for its hand-crafted signature cocktails. I ask the barman to choose for me and we select the Far Eastern Promise. It’s a sumptuous spirit blended with lemongrass, lychee and ginger undertones, a winning ode to beaching at sunset. It doesn’t help that we’re surrounded by palm trees and vivid foliage is splashed across walls. Despite an open bar area, the dining space is tucked away. So much so that you can hear other diners, but you rarely ever see them. Combined with its coffee-like tables

This little SECRET might not be KEPT SECRET for long and snug armchairs, supper may as well be served in your own front living room, with added table service.

Food is tapas. Petite, bird-size portions feature throughout, the ideal size snack to peck at when sampling a tipple or two. Even more perfect if, like me, you’re craving a taste for it all. We begin with corn chips and a side of avocado dip, a moreish choice that opens the palate well.

A trio of succulent beef sliders are next, sweetly decorated with a gherkin perched on top. The mini menu offers pulled pork tacos, they arrive in a delicious duo with

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a refreshing dollop of coriander sour cream on top.

A vegetarian choice of grilled halloumi wrapped in courgette, topped with toasted pine nuts and rocket arrives with the honey glazed chicken skewers.

Light dishes are combined with heartier ones to create something of balance, yet everything is kept thoroughly fresh and healthy.

With tastes ranging from the Med to the Far East and an endless bespoke cocktail list to shape your night in, Little Bird’s appeal lies in its variety and cosy ambience. I catch a glimpse of the outdoor terrace on departure, a wonderful, leafy alfresco space that begs for a summer return. Chiswick’s little secret might not be kept secret for long. u ● ● LI T T LE B I R D

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LORRAINE ANGLISS: Busy! My team and I work continuously to make sure that the restaurants are running smoothly. Like well-oiled machines.

HH: What are your favourite and least favourite parts of opening a restaurant?

LA: Watching all the hard work come to fruition and seeing my guests enjoy the fruits of my labour. My least favourite?…

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HH: How do you go about keeping current and fresh in this competitive market?

LA: Social media has made everyone a critic and keeping up with trends is vital.

I do this by visiting other restaurants and bars, constantly reading important and relatable industry news and attending all kinds of conferences, exhibitions and events.

HH: The interiors of your restaurants all have their own style. Have you always had a flare for the creative?

LA: I love being creative - designing restaurants is a fantastic outlet. I recently attended an Abigail Ahern tutorial day and I hope that when I have the time I can continue with my extracurricular design activities.

HH: What can your guests look forward to when dining in one of your restaurants?

LA: Being taken care of. There is no point going to a restaurant unless you’re going to be treated like one of the most important people in the world.

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HH: What qualities do you need to be a successful entrepreneur?

LA: Determination and passion. Without these attributes, you’ll lose the will to persevere and often it takes time to develop a business.

HH: Your restaurants have won awards and accolades over the years. How does that make you feel?

LA: Grateful. I’m lucky that guests come back again and again. Annie’s, for example, has truly become a local institution, with regulars that have dined with us since we opened 15 years ago. It makes me proud and happy.

HH: How do you design the menu?

LA: Having a clear direction is paramount. Annie’s offers good classic British cooking, done well. Rock & Rose is slightly more eclectic with pan-Asian food. Little Bird is a new concept and offers delicious dishes to share, with small plates and bowls.

HH: How do you unwind when you’re not working?

LA: Getting into my lovely warm home and watching nonsense TV, pottering around the house, visiting close friends and spending time in sunny Spain.

HH: Where else do you like to eat other than your restaurants?

LA: Notting Hill is a restaurant hotspot for me. So an Uber to the Electric or E&O is a must.

HH: Do you have any top tips for anyone starting their own business?

LA: Follow your dreams, but have clear systems in place. Manage your team well and be consistent. Don't dwell on mistakes and research as much as you can.

HH: How do you juggle family with work life?

LA: It’s hard. My parents are getting old now and I must make sure they’re happy and comfortable. My son gives me a lot of joy and I can’t imagine my life without him. So although these things can be difficult to juggle at times, I do make it work… somehow.

HH: How long have you been in Chiswick?

LA: I have lived in Chiswick for 20 years now and I love the area. It’s close enough to central London but far enough away to

HH: Do you have a secret talent?

LA: I’m actually a whiz in the kitchen.

HH: What’s your philosophy on life?

LA: Kaizen. It means continuous improvement. I use it as my business mantra and in my personal life too.

Happiness and growth is very important to me.

HH: Finally, what are your hopes and plans for the future?

LA: I’d like to fulfil my potential as a businesswoman. It’s so hard working in a male-dominated industry. Pushing through the barriers is a battle in itself but one I’m more than willing to take on. I’d like to hit the mainstream of restaurant credentials. Watch this space you’ll be hearing from me. u Annie’s Chiswick & Barnes 162 Thames Road, W4; 020 8994 9080 36-38 White Hart Lane, SW13; 020 8878 2020 anniesrestaurant.co.uk Rock & Rose, 106-108 Kew Road, TW9; 020 8948 8008 rockandroserestaurant.com Little Bird, 1 Station Parade, Burlington Lane, W4; 020 3145 0894 littlebirdchiswick.com

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WORLDS APART Contrasting Beijing and Shanghai – and the cities'respective Waldorf Astorias – in a luxe trip to China.

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WALDORF MOMENTS A Taste of Waldorf Astoria - from the bustling streets of Beijing to the vibrant Shanghai skyline W o r d s E ly s i a A g n e w

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lanning a trip to China can be quite bewildering, albeit incredibly exciting.

The difficulty is knowing where to begin. For me, the majestic capital city is a clear starting point; with its post-contemporary high-rise buildings and its ancient hideaways, it’s a study in contrasts and boasts treasures like the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square. Next on the list is Shanghai, a buzzing metropolis gazing into the future. It’s a waterfront city taking China’s lightning-fast development to the next level with a jagged skyline on one side and charming Chinese heritage on the other.

The contrast between these two sky scraping cities is remarkable. Shanghai, dubbed ‘the Paris of the East’ with its alluring skyline and ultra-luxe vibe, and Beijing with its rich heritage, Hutong lifestyle and electrifying pace. It’s among Beijing’s historic Hutongs where we begin our Waldorf journey.

What was once the world’s most iconic hotel is now the most iconic portfolio of hotels. The Waldorf brand satisfies the luxe travellers of the world, offering a tailored service unique to each hotel and its location. The Waldorf Astoria first opened its doors in New York in 1893, reaching new heights in guest services.

The original 13-storey Waldorf Hotel soon

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The CONTRAST between these TWO SKY SCRAPING cities is REMARKABLE became the go-to venue for the world’s wealthy and society’s elite. Four years later, the adjacent 17-storey Astoria Hotel was built and a marble corridor linked the two. This corridor became the enduring symbol of the combined Waldorf and Astoria Hotels. Today, that corridor is better known as Peacock Alley Ω a lobby bar found at the heart of each hotel.

A true reflection of its location, the Waldorf Astoria Beijing is a grand, brass building standing boldly in a swish area of downtown Beijing. The hotel is a modern take on centuries of Chinese tradition with the perfect combination of artistic charm and modern architecture.

Make the Waldorf your base and you’re moments away from the designer district and the historic streets of China’s capital city. It has everything you desire and more Ω location, elegance, style and perfection at every touch point. Checked into a suite 13 floors up above this

beautifully chaotic city, while the bustling sounds of the streets are just several stories beneath, I feel like I have been whisked away into another world where tranquility meets urban living.

Not just a place to rest your head, the hotel offers a 600-piece art collection.

Adorning every corridor, these galleryworthy pieces combine contemporary art with Chinese heritage. Orange, browns and bronze tones make up the core design of the hotel, reflecting a timeless elegance associated with the country. But the food here is the real draw; and is definitely something worth celebrating. The hotel’s staple restaurant, Brasserie 1893, is continental in terms of its cuisine, with

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a west-meets-east menu offering local twists on staple dishes. To commemorate Waldorf Astoria as the birthplace of iconic culinary inventions such as the Eggs Benedict, the Waldorf Salad, Thousand Island dressing and Red Velvet cake, the James Beard Foundation have teamed up with Waldorf Astoria for a second year running to find the next Taste of Waldorf Astoria to be shared across the hotel’s global menu. The Jing Roll was the winning dish for 2016, created by Chef Benoit Chargy of the Waldorf Astoria Beijing and James Beard Rising Star Chef, Erik Bruner-Yang. The aim: to create an area-inspired dish that will add to the Waldorf Astoria culinary legacy.

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Interior Design - Curtains - Blinds - Carpets and Rugs - Wallpaper and Fabric

Interiors of Chiswick 458 Chiswick High Road London, W4 5TT 020 8994 0073 enquiries@interiorsofchiswick.co.uk www.interiorsofchiswick.co.uk

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The WALDORF brand satisfies the

ELITE TRAVELLERS of the WORLD If you’re travelling between Beijing and Shanghai, be sure to catch the highspeed train. A cross-country experience showcasing the landscape change as you pass through this fascinating country.

The journey will take you from Beijing to Shanghai in just over five hours.

From hotel rooms with sweeping views of the skyline, to bars hidden behind bookshelves, here’s why you don’t want to miss out on the gem that is Shanghai. It’s a direct contrast to Beijing Ω somewhat futuristic in terms of its building development. The Bund, a mile-long strip along the Huangpu River offers spectacular views of the skyline.

During the 1920s and 30s, The Bund became the playground for Shanghai’s expat community. No.2 The Bund was home to the Shanghai Club, which later reopened in 2011 as the heritage building, part of the Waldorf Astoria. Once the prized destination for the elite gentlemen of Shanghai, the hotel’s Long Bar incorporates a classic theme, much like the original. Fast forward several decades and you’ll find guests sampling the bar’s vintage champagne, cigar, whisky and cocktail offering. Local jazz music sets the tone as we toast to a weekend in ‘the Paris of the East’ with a cocktail in one hand and a signature Waldorf oyster in the other.

The Waldorf Astoria Shanghai is spread over two buildings, the main tower and the heritage building. In keeping with the high concentration of historical buildings along The Bund, the heritage building adopts a charming elegance and authentic feel. It’s interesting to note that the differences between them represent Shanghai itself; a combination of authentic Chinese tradition and contemporary influence.

The Chinese restaurant, Wei Jing Ge. A tasting menu offers delicacies such as the braised bird nest soup (good for collagen production), and a sea cucumber dish.

Chef Jan Van Dyke of the Waldorf Astoria Shanghai presents his in-house dish, the Suckling Pig dumping.

If you’re looking to venture out, you’re in an incredible position to do so. The hotel is in a prime location for evening entertainment; The Bund has a stunning selection of rooftop bars to take in those spectacular views.

But for something a little different, a short cab ride will take you to the French Concession. Here you’ll find low-rise buildings, quaint restaurants and western nightlife. I’d recommend checking out the bookcase at Ocho Bar Tools to see what’s hidden behind. If you’re lucky you’ll enter Speak

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Low, a fun and rustic cocktail bar serving creative cocktails and liquors.

China’s Waldorf Astoria properties offer a tale of two cities. The interiors, location and culinary experiences of both flagship properties capture the essence of two contrasting reflections of contemporary China: one with a nod to the past and an exploration of tradition and one with a modern, artistic take on its home in the capital city. u

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 Rates at Waldorf Astoria Beijing start from £265 (plus VAT) per room per night for a Deluxe King Room, including breakfast. For reservations and enquiries please visit waldorfastoria.hilton.com/Beijing or call +86-010-85208989.

WALDORF ASTORIA SHANGHAI ON THE BUND

 Rates at Waldorf Astoria Shanghai start from £300 (plus VAT) per room per night, for a Deluxe King Room including breakfast. For reservations and enquiries please visit waldorfastoria.hilton.com/ Shanghai or call +86-21-63229988.

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tter’s Holt is a lovingly fitted Mongolian yurt, set in its own secluded field. But don't confuse this with camping, because there's no danger of being cold, wet or uncomfortable here. The beautiful yurt, with its cosy, hand-painted interior, sleeps four in comfortable beds, equipped with a wood burner plus a separate kitchen in an outhouse that also incudes a fully equipped bathroom (with hot water on demand, of course). There are lots of blankets and everything you could possibly need is supplied, thanks to owner Alan and his wife, who have created this beautiful spot as a labour of love. Roughing it this is not. There’s full privacy thanks to the secluded location: essentially, you have an entire field and a bit of forest to yourself, plus your own stream (bring wellies). There's a large dining area, a barbecue and a firepit.

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here’s ample entertainment for children on site. Paddle in the stream and go pond-dipping – nets are provided, along with a large glass tank and a magnifying glass for inspecting your haul.

With any luck, you’ll spot an otter. Climb to the top of the hill and you’ll find a wooden deck that’s perfectly positioned to watch the sunset. Look closely and you’ll find otters carved into treetrunks and countless other charming details. In the evening, make a fire and toast marshmallows on it.

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ust outside Brecon, on the edge of the Brecon Beacons, this is a great location. Head into Brecon for the market and drive out to explore the area’s beautiful countryside. It’s a short drive to Hay-on-Wye to browse bookshops and antiques stores. We spent a wonderful day canoeing down the Wye from Glasbury to Hay (wyevalleycanoes.co.uk).

THE DAMAGE Sugar & Loaf offers Otter’s Holt Yurt from £386 for three nights (available from April – October). www.sugarandloaf.com / 01873 776238.

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CHINA LIGHT Bone china lampshades create the loveliest creamy light and these beautifully crafted ones are designed to be hung at different lengths. This stylish cluster will bring a warm glow to any setting.

Fin grouping of seven pendants, £1,079 originalbtc.com

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10 of the best

cushions

Modern ideas, designs and styles for your home Wo r d s p e n d l e h a r t e

HEALS

Print cushions from £45; heals.com

ANTHROPOLOGIE

Folding Fans cushion £48; anthropologie.com

DONNA WILSON

Field Day Cusion in Dusk £75; scp.co.uk

GRAHAM & GREEN

Appliqued character cushions, £39; grahamandgreen.co.uk

Floor show ELEANOR PRITCHARD Wool cushions, £110; eleanorpritchard.com

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Beldi Rugs Some of the world’s most beautiful rugs hail from Morocco in the 1970s.

Original Beni Ourain rugs were hand-woven at home by women and handed down through families as heirlooms – so each piece is unique and will last forever. They’re becoming increasingly hard to find, and shrouded in misinformation – as well as poor copies – but the team at Beldi is dedicated to supplying only the most beautiful and authentic pieces, sourced personally in Essouira. beldirugs.com

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MIDCENTURY DESIGN

Modern Shows Love Scandinavian and American Modernism, European Bauhaus, British, French and German Industrial? Find them all at the celebrated Midcentury Modern show that returns this month and sees folk from all over London flocking to Dulwich. 19 March 2017; modernshows.com

HAPPY & CO

Double Bay cushions, £45; happyandco.com

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futuremaps Hanging maps on walls is an enduring tradition, but the new world maps from Future Mapping Co raise the bar with their beautiful glossy finish, vivid colours and contemporary feel.

We like the green Future Map with its correct proportions, as well as the new Berlin city map and this colourful UK rendering. futuremaps.com

VERSACE

Gvardian cushion £POA; versace.com

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HAVE SOPHIE HOME

Geo Cushion, £55; skandium.com

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Chemex The only coffee maker to have a place at the Museum of Modern Art is the Chemex, a simple drip-filter brewer that’s become a design classic. With its wooden belt and hourglass curve, this beautiful glass vessel is as stylish today – in a laboratory chic way – as it was when first produced in 1941.

From £37, hasbean.com

ANNA-LISA SMITH

Square Alex Cushion, £95; anna-lisasmith.com

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TOP SHOPS

Handblock cushions, £45; indiamayhome.co.uk

designmuseum Possibly the most exciting thing about the Design Museum’s new home in Kensington is the shop. Or more accurately, the shops, because there are two. They stock carefully curated edits of design classics from over 100 brands, ranging from fashion to homewares, gifts and novelties as well as lots of books.

224- 238 Kensington High Street, W8 designmuseum.org

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Thistle Gold and Thistle Pewter, Hand knotted Tibetan wool and silk, 2.74x1.83m £6,518 or £1,300/m2

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Punk Rug Vivienne Westwood’s new handknotted rugs for The Rug Company have an illustrative quality. Absolutely admires the collection I n t e r v i e w p e a r l b oy d

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ivienne Westwood’s latest collection for The Rug Company combines her quintessentially bold designs with her deep sense of heritage. Her constant references to traditional British motifs are subverted and reinvented to create thoroughly modern and decorative designs.

Westwood has a long standing association with Scotland and their traditional fabrics such as Harris Tweed, wools and plaids. In 1993 Westwood produced her own tartan called ‘MacAndreas’, named after her husband and design partner, Andreas Kronthaler. The Thistle rug is a gesture to Vivienne’s affinity with Scotland.

An abstract graphic of the regal milk thistle, Scotland’s national emblem, is hand knotted with fine silk yarns on a Tibetan wool background. The design is available in muted dusty rose with

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BOLD DESIGNS combine WITH A DEEP SENSE OF heritage gold and dove grey with gunmetal, the silk yarns lending the thistle motifs a captivating iridescence.

Moiré is a traditional fabric technique historically used by Westwood on grand silk taffeta ball gowns and velvet suiting in solid colours to create a fluid waterlike movement. For a contemporary feel, Vivienne uses the traditional Moiré motif on the rug with high contrasting shades of soft black and natural white,

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blown up to maximise the monochrome effect, creating a statement piece.

Reminiscent of an English rose garden in full bloom, Vivienne’s Rose print with its wide open buds and micro detailed thorn stems has a botanical illustrative-like quality, painted using a soft aquarelle watercolour technique.

The details in Vivienne’s Rose are emphasised by a careful blending of the handspun yarns of Tibetan wool, which are then knotted by hand into a rug.

The design has also been translated into a finely handwoven tapestry cushion, available in two colourways: blushed ruby red and dusky plum.

The Vivienne Westwood collection is available exclusively from The Rug Company showrooms. Each piece has been woven entirely by hand by craftsmen using the age-old weaving techniques and the finest natural yarns for which The Rug Company is renowned. u therugcompany.com

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MY INSPIRATIONS Jessica Mason, founder of Piglet in Bed, specialists in stonewashed linen bedding p i g l e t i n b e d .c o m Franz Kline's Torches Mauve

MY FAVOURITE PIECE FROM MY CURRENT COLLECTION…

Katharine Hepburn

I am a little obsessed with all things grey so I would have to choose our grey stonewashed natural linen duvet cover set. I like to break it up with a couple of extra white linen pillowcases.

MY FAVOURITE DESIGNER I was recently introduced to the work of Italian designer, photographer and architect Carlo Mollino. I especially love his desks.

pigletinbed.com's grey linen bedding Jessica Mason

Vipp Shelter

am now really enjoying being back home in the wet. A soggy weekend in the Lake District is ideal.

The Lake District

MY SIGNATURE SCENT

I really like unisex fragrances and my favorite is Aesop’s Mystra.

MY STYLE ICON

I never really feel like myself in dresses (and don’t get me started on tights) so I usually look to menswear for most style inspiration. Katherine Hepburn remains the reigning queen of androgynous dressing.

MY FAVOURITE HOLIDAY DESTINATION

Desk by Carlo Mollino

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MY FAVOURITE PIECE OF ART The abstract expressionist Franz Kline is a favorite.

I especially like his work that incorporates colour such as Torches Mauve.

MY FAVOURITE BUILDING

The Vipp Shelter is my absolute dream home. I love the idea of compact, prefabricated houses dropped into the wilderness.

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Embracing an innovative, modern approach whilst keeping traditional values at its core, Kew House School takes an exciting stance on 21st century education. With state-of-the-art facilities, a broad curriculum and excellent pastoral care, Kew House is a place where you would want to be – a place of learning and discovery, laughter and friendship.

Open Days February 21st (9.15am) March 7th/28th (9.15am/9.15am) May 16th (7pm)

Currently recruiting into the Sixth Form with a new Sixth Form Centre opening in 2017.

T: 0208 742 2038 E: info@kewhouseschool.com W: www.kewhouseschool.com An independent co-educational senior school for students aged 11-18 in West London

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ANIMAL MAGIC Nobody does playful pieces for children better than Scotch & Soda, whose new kidswear collection takes inspiration from the jungle. We're wild for it. scotch-soda.com

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KEW GREEN preparatory school

An Independent School for Boys and Girls aged 4-11 Quality of Pupils’ Achievement and Learning - “Excellent” Quality of Teaching - “Excellent”

Quality of Extra-curricular Provision - “Excellent” Quality of Pastoral Care - “Excellent”

Quality of Links with Parents - “Excellent”

Quality of Pupils’ Personal Development – “Excellent” “Pupils of all ages benefit from a rich and exciting curriculum.”

Independent Schools Inspectorate Report - July 2015

Open Mornings 9:15am Wednesday, 15th March 2017 9:15am Wednesday, 10th May 2017 9:15am Wednesday, 14th June 201 To register your attendance at one of our open mornings, please phone 020 8948 5999 or mail secretary@kgps.co.uk

Kew Green Preparatory School

Layton House, Ferry Lane, Kew Green, Richmond TW9 3AF

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preparatory school

An Independent School for Boys and Girls aged 4-11 Quality of Pupils’ Achievement and Learning - “Excellent” Quality of Teaching - “Excellent”

Quality of Extra-curricular Provision - “Excellent” Quality of Pastoral Care - “Excellent”

Quality of Links with Parents - “Excellent”

Quality of Pupils’ Personal Development – “Excellent” ‘’The curriculum is excellent for all ages and abilities, and is expertly matched to meet the needs of the range of pupils in the school.’’

Independent Schools Inspectorate Report - March 2016

Open Mornings 9.15am Wednesday, 8 March 2017 9.15am Thursday, 4 May 2017 9.15am Tuesday, 13 June 2017 To register your attendance at one of our open mornings, please phone 0208 846 9153 or mail secretary@rpps.co.uk

Ravenscourt Park Prep School 16 Ravenscourt Avenue, London W6 0SL

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Shelf LIFE STRONGER TOGETHER Wo lf & R ita x JC d e Ca stel b a j a c

Spring style for littles doesn't come cuter than this – a collaborative capsule of contemporary pieces featuring arty prints and a fun bohemian aesthetic.

Très chic. Available at scandimini.com

FASHION MASH UP Au t h o r DA I SY D E V I L L E N E U V E

SMALL TALK Exciting collaborations, gift ideas and togs for mother and child

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Doodle Nest If your little ones love picture-books, why not help them create one of their own?

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Conceived and illustrated by Daisy de Villeneuve, it offers the chance to play at being a real life personal stylist – and get ideas with which to re-style their own wardrobe. Aimed at children aged nine and above, budding fashionistas can tick, cut, colour, swap, make and mend their way through hundreds of outfit combinations. u Penguin/V&A, £17.99

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hen Abigail, an ex-City lawyer, found herself as a single mum with two young daughters and in need of a new job, she knew exactly what her game plan was. Get her daughters into Pembridge Hall, one of Notting Hill’s most elite preps (known for its head count of senior bankers), get networking and nab herself a job back in the City. So she did. She’s now back in the Square Mile and her girls are getting a pretty good education, too.

Parents, particularly of primaryaged school children, have long made firm friendships at the school gates.

But with more and more women working, starting up and running their own business, they are also a great place for meeting and making business contacts.

As the Talented Ladies Club website says: “The school gates are a brilliant chance to get to know a fresh group of talented mums and open your professional network even wider.”

We’re not talking networking in pinstripes in a monochrome office. This is more likely to be a morning coffee in parkas and Uggs after drop-off. But where mums’ coffee mornings might once have revolved around the kids, the dog and where to find a decent plumber, they are now just as likely to include how to up your SEOs, drive traffic to your site, how a pitch is going for a new client, or results for the inbound marketing push. Among my immediate group of school friends there are senior editors, publishers, TV producers, account managers, lawyers and heads of charities. Just last week I was discussing a how to sell a brand with another mum, a lawyer and branding expert with one of the world’s largest

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drinks companies. Women have always been collaborative and involved with each other – but in some cases this has shifted out of the home and into the workplace.

And it’s not just women taking advantage.

Just as mothers have got more involved in the working world, dads are more involved with their kids and will often be at the school gates and at sports matches and this can lead to all sorts of networking opportunities.

“It’s all about the school gate mate,” says Jonny. A partner at a City law firm with four children at prep schools in north London, he says many a valuable client has been snagged through school contacts, because it’s particularly easy for Alpha-male men to socialize at London’s most sought-after preps. “It’s a relaxed and natural way of meeting people. This is because you are already in the club – you are at the school so you have proved you are successful enough to have afforded it in the first place, so the guards come down and you can be genuinely matey.” He points out it’s also “a stage of life thing”– when children are at

primary school, parents tend to fit the 35-45 age bracket – they are doing well but yet to peak careerwise.

“It’s a very dynamic phase professionally,” he says.

What starts out as men comparing how rich and successful they are “ends up being collaborative and supportive – sort of like NCT meets the boardroom,” he says. When he went through a turbulent work patch, he found the interest and concern of other dads at his children’s schools genuinely helpful. Sport matches are a brilliant place to talk shop; men chat easily and openly when there is sport in the background. At a recent football match Jonny found himself talking to a fellow dad “about how much he makes and how much he takes home. I would never have a conversation like that with a partner at work or a client,” he says.

The professional tribes you will meet depends very much on the type of school and where in London you live. Bankers, VCs, private equity boys and corporate lawyers will be at prep schools in Notting Hill and Holland Park, Hampstead, Chelsea, Dulwich and so on. Actors and illustrious media folk slightly further afield and many of London’s best state schools attract big names from the creative industries.

The world of private schools used to be riddled with the English disease of class.

One big change in melting pot London at least is that social networking at the school gates has become “very international and meritocratic. It’s not about who you know and much more about what you do,” says Jonny.

Of course, no one is recommending you choose a school for your child based on how it will improve your job prospects – but with nepotism and the old-school tie less of a workable option, it might be worth considering when you fill in those forms. ◆

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This has to be the sale of a large family house, I received a number of bids at, and above the guide price.

My client was finding it a difficult to reach a decision, I advised them to ask each party for their best offers and he agreed. The buyer paid £50,000 over the guide price. My client was eternally grateful for the advice. The exchange of contracts was completed with me holding two phones together so solicitors to talk to each other!

I never thought I’d see ON MY FIRST VISIT I DISCOVERED A POLE DANCER'S POLE IN THE RECEPTION ROOM

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W 5, £ 6 9 9,9 5 0 The “Pitshanger Village” area of Ealing is a quiet residential pocket, with the vast majority of homes consisting of terraced period houses and a handful of flat-blocks within a reasonable distance from Ealing Broadway.

The duplex period apartment is similar in size to the average local house and was finished to a truly magnificent standard, leaving a flat which perhaps didn’t fit within its usual local competition and pricing. No leaf had been left unturned in the refurbishment and staging of this property before putting it on the market.

The challenge was to find a buyer willing to look outside of their usual comfort zone of Ealing Broadway where flats of this quality sell more easily. Luckily, we found just the buyer who was happy to be introduced to what became their perfect purchase.

The apartment was sold at a record price for the area.

W 6 , £ 75 0 PW This contemporary two bedroom apartment is situated on the fifth floor at Distillery Wharf. The apartment comprises a large open planned reception area with space for dining and access to a private balcony, a modern kitchen and breakfast bar. The master bedroom benefits from a stylish en-suite shower room.

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W 6 , £ 2 , 3 0 0,0 0 0 A stylish and well presented Victorian house on one of Brook Green's premier roads, this family home offers an abundance of space, elegant proportions and a private garden. Rowan Road is situated moments away from Brook Green which lends itself to the community with tennis courts and a playground. A short walk away is Hammersmith Broadway.

Residential Lettings Hammersmith, 020 8600 0960; brlets.co.uk

Brook Green, 020 3792 4485; kfh.co.uk

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by EDWARD SAINTER ASSOCIATE

What have you learnt about the local market?

"In 2016 the residential market fell between 10-15% due to changes in Stamp Duty and the uncertain political and economic landscape.

I don’t expect much more price adjustment in 2017, our outlook in Barnes remains positive. We have been saying for some time that realistic pricing is the catalyst for an active sales market.”

Where are you seeing the highest price rises at the moment?

“Our research indicates that we expect to see broadly flat price growth in 2017. That said we have achieved some notable deals already, including a record sale price of £1350 per sq ft for an house on Putney Embankment.

Indicating that good deals can be achieved at the right price.”

Where should I invest?

“Barnes continues to be a popular choice for families, offering a scenic setting, attractive period family housing within easy reach of central London."

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Barnes, 0203 371 3134; knightfrank.co.uk

M E E T T H E T E A M S AV I L L S

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Foxtons , Ealing, 020 7579 2929; foxtons.co.uk

MATTHEW GILBERT

JAHNEY SELVA

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HEAD OF LETTINGS

CONSTANCE ADDINGTON

Ealing Branch

RESIDENTIAL SALES NEGOTIATOR

I joined Savills in 2015 to run the Ealing office. My real passion is Victorian family houses, but I have recently been collaborating with our New Homes team on several projects, and I am enjoying the contrast they bring. I formerly worked in the broadcast industry and did production for E17 and Take That.

When I was offered the opportunity to work at Savills Ealing, I jumped at the chance. Ealing is my home, so I love being able to use my local knowledge to help others make it their home too. Recently, I completed a charity motorbike ride across seven countries in seven days, raising £22,000 for Great Ormond Street Hospital.

The daughter of an estate agent, I started pottering around my father’s office helping out from a young age.

Helping people to find their ideal home and building relationships along the way, is always what I’ve loved about the industry. I am also a classically trained opera singer.

Contact: 020 8018 7080

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77 Goldhawk Road, Shepherd’s Bush, London W12 8EH sales@kerrandco.com

020 8743 1166 www.kerrandco.com

CATHNOR ROAD, W12 £829,950 LH An exceptional two bedroom duplex apartment over the top floors of this renovated semi detached Victorian house. The flat has recently undergone full refurbishment and extended to create highly stylish accommodation with its own private entrance. Provides a generous master bedroom suite, a second double bedroom, separate shower room, spacious reception room with open plan kitchen and a delightful west facing roof terrace.

PENNARD ROAD, W12 £1,550,000 FH A fantastic opportunity to acquire this spacious mid terraced Victorian house currently providing 1,730 sq. ft. of accommodation over three floors as well as a useful cellar. This house has a current certificate of lawfulness to extend into the side return area of the garden (detailed drawings and structural calculations available on request). There is also scope to extend in to the loft space under current permitted development legislation.

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JEDDO ROAD, W12 £849,950 LH A spacious two double bedroom duplex flat set on the 2nd and 3rd floors of this red brick building, offering a warehouse feel with large arches at ground floor level and stylish glass windows that have a southerly aspect. This loft style apartment offers 1,117 sq. ft. of accommodation with two bathrooms and walk through wardrobes to the master bedroom.

BLOEMFONTEIN WAY, W12 £650,000 FH A unique and stylish two bedroom detached house which has been beautifully crafted from this Victorian artists studio. The internal space has been creatively adapted to allow the formation of a mezzanine level, housing two bedrooms, whilst retaining a sense of space with double height ceilings. This detached house was completely refurbished in 2015 and now offers exceptionally high quality finishes throughout.

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his beautiful fivebedroom family home in Grove Park is available to let.

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WINKWORTH Chsiwick, 020 8994 7096; winkworth.co.uk

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F E AT U R E P R O P E R T Y P h i l i p Wo o l l e r

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well laid out and extended family house with lots of period style and bags of functional family space. The house has a wonderful light family kitchen leading onto a generous garden which offers good privacy. A useful basement area affords a great playroom with utility room / WC and upstairs the house offers a good balance of double bedrooms and bathrooms - including an airy loft converted master suite. Ormiston Grove runs north off Uxbridge Road and the house is located well away from the main road in the upper tree-lined section of the street. Ravenscourt Park is within easy reach, as is Wendell Park, numerous good schools and the shopping and transports hubs of Hammersmith and Westfield.

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ORMISTON GROVE W12

£2,000,000 Why it’s a great buy?

The house is a great home with a warm feel and is ready to be lived in. It also has a tried and tested family layout My favourite room I like the lovely original feel of the double reception room with its big antique pine double doors and ornate ceiling details.

Who it would suit?

A family looking for a good quality house with a large garden - and at over 2500 sq ft it is good value compared to W12 houses just south of it.

The wow factor The large family kitchen opening to a big garden. It has a huge island and makes a very sociable space Why you should buy it ?

It won’t disappoint those looking for period character such as original plaster ceilings and fireplaces, five good beds and three bathrooms plus an extra WC, and an already extended house (to avoid major renovation projects) the basement, loft and side return have all been done. u Shepherd's Bush, 020 8811 2929; philipwooller.com

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A collection of beautifully finished 4 and 5 bedroom family homes with an additional mews studio space (to create the perfect home office).

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PROPERTY / COUNTRYSIDE

FORMER SAATCHI GALLERY £3.65M

FA M O U S P L AC E S

by N I G E L L E W I S

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

FIRST HOME TO HIRST AND THE YBAS MAYFAIR PENTHOUSE £5.25M

WHERE THE FIRST SUPERCHEF WORKED HIS MAGIC

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eter Langan was a hard drinking celebrity restauranteur and chef with famous friends in high places and a reputation for insulting many of his diners.

This might not sound like the recipe for what was one of the UK’s most successful restaurants – Langan’s Brasserie in London’s Mayfair, the rich and famous queued to dine at his restaurant. Actor

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Michael Caine was a partner in the business which opened in 1976 and, at its zenith during the late 1970s and 1980s, was the place to be seen. Each day up to 700 diners a day would pass through its doors.

Langan’s Brasserie continues today even though its founder died in 1988 aged just 42. His former office on Maddox Street, which is a five-minute walk from the restaurant, has been converted into flats by Amazon.

Property and a four-bedroom, twofloor penthouse remains for sale, at £5.25 million. More information from Knight Frank (020 3811 2378).

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o you remember when Damien Hirst and his fellow Young British Artists or YBAs were all over the papers, and the British contemporary art market boomed? Hirst became almost instantly world famous for exhibiting a 14-ft dead tiger shark preserved in formaldehyde. None of this would have been possible without the patronage of former advertising man Charles Saatchi, who opened a gallery in 1985. Its first incarnation, in North London, was a former paint factory and is where the first show, called Freeze, was mounted during 1992 featuring many of the YBAs and included Hirst’s infamous shark.

The Saatchi gallery has since moved on, and the site was redeveloped recently into luxury apartments. One is for sale at the moment with three bedrooms, three bathrooms and decked roof terrace.

It’s for sale at £3.65 million via Savills (020 3043 3600).

“Until recently flats could only be sold to people vetted by a comittee while, pets, children and photography are still not allowed.”

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ALBANY YARD EXTERIOR £1.35M

AN APARTMENT IN CELEBRITY CENTRAL

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f you fancy literally rubbing shoulders with the rich, powerful and famous, then head for Albany House, an extraordinary block of flats featured in several famous novels that has also been a celebrity hangout for over two hundred years. The property, which is off Piccadilly in central London, is currently home to actor Terence Stamp and photographer Lord Snowdon. Built in 1774 as a mansion for a debauched but blue-blooded family before being redeveloped into 69 smaller ‘chambers’ in 1803 and described by Country Life magazine as ‘one of London’s most exclusive addresses’. Until recently flats could only be sold to people vetted by a committee while pets, children and photography are still not allowed.

Agents Strutt & Parker (020 7235 9959) has a two-bedroom, one reception room apartment for sale within the building on a 20-year lease for £1.35m.

PULLMAN COURT £375K

HOME TO CROSSDRESSING FUNNY MAN

KEIRA KNIGHTLEY’S FORMER FLAT

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his modernist block of flats is where cross-dressing stand-up comedian, actor and ultra-marathon runner Eddie Izzard once lived while he got his career off the ground.

Pullman Court is a Grade II* listed building and was constructed in 1936 to a design by Frederick Gibberd which is considered to be one of the finest modernist buildings in the UK. For several years until 1997, Izzard lived in a one-bedroom apartment within the complex which at one point he shared with former Labour MP and Housing Minister Keith Hill. Pullman Court is in Streatham Hill, South London and is where Izzard spent many years honing his comedic skills.

A refurbished two-bedroom apartment is currently for sale within the building with agent The Modern House (020 3795 5920) for £375,000.

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hen actress Keira Knightley was filming 2005’s bonnet buster Pride & Prejudice she was living in a three-bedroom apartment she’d bought as a London bolthole. The property, which is on the third and fourth floors of a Georgian terrace on Hyde Park Square in central London, is where she and Pride & Prejudice co-star Rupert Friend got it on after the two met during filming. The couple went on to be an item, dating from 2005 until 2010. But such hectic work schedules took their toll and, after reportedly hardly ever seeing each other as they worked at different ends of the globe, not to mention the attention of paparazzi, they split.

The apartment where their doomed love affair played out can now be rented for £1,250 a week via agent Knight Frank (020 7871 5070).

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An amazing 16th floor penthouse style 3 / 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom apartment with dramatic double volume lounge, amazing views of London and beyond, comes complete with breath-taking balcony and secure underground parking.

£1,260,000 Virtual Freehold

NEAR CLEVELAND PARK A DOUBLE DELIGHT £1,145,000 Freehold

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INTERVIEW

Dan Gray THE 27-YEAR-OLD £80M HOMES BUILDER

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an Gray joined a building firm as a trainee at 17 but now constructs some of London’s most prestigious new homes developments. So how did he do it? Absolutely London decided to find out and our first port of call was developer Bellway Homes which, we discovered, employs an extraordinary person called Dan Gray. He’s 27 years old and joined the company ten years ago as a trainee but is now one of its site project managers. While most of his peer group are working their way up the ranks, Dan is now one of the most senior construction workers in London, responsible for sites with budgets running into the tens of millions. We just had to meet him.

How did you get to be successful so young?

I’ve been with Bellway for ten years and started out as a trainee, studying firstly at college for a BTEC Diploma and then progressing to a degree in Construction Management at Anglia Ruskin university, working four days a week and studying one day a week.

When I first started out it was a trainee role doing all the jobs that the site managers and project managers didn’t want to do like the paperwork, but it taught me how to run an office and get a site up and running. From there I progressed from that role to different housing sites including traditional timber frame houses and flats and then on to more high-end spec properties in London, which are reinforced concrete frames - so taller, much more complex buildings on a bigger scale and featuring

higher build costs. My first role as a project manager was at New Festival Quarter in Poplar where I started out as a site manager and then got promoted. I ran Phase II of the scheme which was the final block of 175 two and three bedroom apartments and three- bedroom penthouse units in a big tower. The whole site was 510 units and took five years to build and cost £75-£80m to build. Then we started a scheme in Nine Elms, Vauxhall, where I also worked as a project manager before moving over to The River Gardens in Greenwich, which is right on the river.

What do you do all day?

My role is to oversee the organisation of the development and ensure that its construction sticks to the program, and that we get what we

need when we need it. My other big responsibilities is health and safety on site. We can have 170 people working on site during a busy day so I’ve got to ensure they’re all in the right place at the right time when we need them. I also have to deal with all the sub-contractors’ project managers and brief them on what we are expecting from them, which they will then relay back to their employees on site.

How long do these developments take to build?

For example here at River Gardens we’re working on Phase I which includes 170 apartments, we started on demolition six months ago, and we’ll probably be finished by 2020 so all in all they take three to four years.

What’s changed the most in construction since you started out?

The way that builders get involved in local communities; that’s changed.

And I think builders concentrate a lot more about their customer these days.

What are you most proud of so far?

One of my developments, New Festival Quarter, I won a Pride in the Job award from the NHBC for the final phase there for two years in a row. u

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HEATHFIELD TERRACE, W4

ÂŁ2,000,000

An exquisite end of terrace Grade II listed Georgian house ideally located opposite Turnham Green and close to all amenities. The property has lovely views over Turnham Green and comprises; Four/Five bedrooms, Bathroom, Shower room, Three reception rooms, Fitted Kitchen/Breakfast room, Cloakroom, Sauna, Private south facing garden. Situated in this enviable position offering close proximity to tube, bus and High Road facilities. EPC-F.

PRIORY AVENUE, W4

ÂŁ895,000

A lovely period conversion flat occupying the first floor of this Grade II listed house in the very heart of the Bedford Park Conservation Area. Two double bedrooms, ensuite shower, bathroom, bright 16' reception room, eat in kitchen, private terrace, high ceilings. The flat is moments from Turnham Green Station and Chiswick High Road with its extensive collection of cafe's, shops and restaurants.

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EYOT GARDENS, W6

ÂŁ1,500,000

A beautifully presented and spacious period property forming part of this pretty terrace of houses running north off Chiswick Mall. The property comprises; Master bedroom with luxurious en suite bathroom, Top floor bedroom with Juliet balcony and stunning river views, Two further double bedrooms, Family bathroom, Study, 31' x 15'9 Reception room, Fitted kitchen, Courtyard garden, Extensive built in storage. The property is within a few minutes' walk of Chiswick High Road and Kings Street's shops, cafes and restaurants. Transport links include Stamford Brook Station, local bus routes and the A4/M4 for routes in and out of London.

SUTTON COURT, W4

ÂŁ775,000

A charming and characterful property situated on the second floor of this sought after red brick mansion block with lovely views of the communal gardens. The property comprises; Three bedrooms, Reception room, Dining room, Fitted kitchen, Bathroom, Separate W/C, Spacious hallway, Extensive communal gardens, Share in the freehold, Porter, Private road parking, Very well located for both The River and High Road facilities. Chiswick House and Grounds is a few minutes' walk away.

Transport links include Chiswick (Mainline) Station, Gunnersbury (Overground and District Line) station, local bus routes and the A4/M4 for routes in and out of London.

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I N T H E I R OW N WO R D S

Louise Oatway The Ealing branch office manager talks West London, sport and the growing property market in Ealing Photography by R E B E C C A N O O NA N

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was born and raised in West London and I am still proud to call it home. Having grown up in Notting Hill, this was an interesting place to live with its trendy boutiques, old traditional style shops and Portobello Market only a stone’s throw away. I really enjoyed the hustle and bustle of being in the heart of London and this is something I will never leave behind.

After much diligent saving, my partner and I eventually gathered enough money for a deposit to buy our first home together and finally get onto the property ladder. We could only afford a property which needed renovation but we had lots of fun carrying out the works together and really enjoyed putting our own stamp on it whilst learning a lot throughout the process. Three years later we welcomed our beautiful daughter into the world.

I have always enjoyed sport from a young age, particularly canoeing where I won Gold for my borough at the London Youth games in Kayak K1 Racing. I then found my passion for running later on which lead to my most interesting personal achievements; running in Ealing’s very first Half Marathon and the London Marathon for the Alzheimer’s Society.

Sinton Andrews have always been dedi-

cated to helping the community and are well known for our sponsorship, having supported local school fetes and Christmas Bazaars for over 35 years. For most of the last decade we have been proud to be the principal sponsor of Hanwell Town Football Club, a great local facility enjoyed by many.

I have worked in the property industry for 17 years and spent the last ten years at Sinton Andrews in Ealing Broadway; an independent family run business. Having witnessed the highs and lows of the property market over my time here, I have learnt a huge amount about the industry and my experience has given me a greater understanding of property market, specifically in Ealing. My role as office manager is to support the team in a wide variety of ways which keeps the job interesting and means every day offers up a new challenge. I have grown into my position over the years and enjoyed working with Gary Sinton and supporting the sales negotiators, each with a different approach and personality. I am privileged to work with such a fun and professional team.

Ealing has always been a popular area due to the variety of housing stock we have, ranging from mid 17th century period houses to modern luxury apartments. Traditionally a family market, it has recently become more popular with young professionals and

“EALING AS A MARKET PLACE IS PROVING TO BE VERY POPULAR WITH NEW BUYERS AND INVESTORS” investors, spurred by the large scale investment from companies like British Land and St George.

Ealing as a market place is proving to be very popular with new buyers and investors. The development is continuing, not least with the introduction of the forth coming Crossrail services. Ealing is one of London’s greenest boroughs, with vast and varied parks and open spaces plus a wealth of excellent schools and transport links.

It offers an irresistible variety of stylish shops, lively bars, pubs and restaurants.

I can see why Ealing was called Queen of the Suburbs! u

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BLOEMFONTEIN AVENUE, W12 £1,350,000 FREEHOLD A SUPERB FAMILY HOME ON THIS EVER POPULAR, QUIET RESIDENTIAL ROAD. This stunning Victorian house has been the subject of full and meticulous refurbishment through-out by the current owners, to an exceptionally high standard without a single detail being missed.

Drenched with light, oozing with charm, extended into the side return and the loft space, this truly special home is ready to move into and enjoy.

Bloemfontein Avenue is a delightful residential road in close proximity to all the local amenities and transport links.

Double Reception Room | Kitchen/Dining Room | 4 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | Garden | 1820 Sq Ft / 169.1 Sq M | EPC: D

SHEPHERDS BUSH & ACTON | 020 8735 3266 shepherdsbush@winkworth.co.uk

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ARNOTT CLOSE, W4

£975,000

Contemporary living at its finest, this delightful newly refurbished three double bedroom terraced house, situated in a cul-de-sac with easy access to local amenities, transport links and the very sought after Belmont Primary School this property is within walking distance of Chiswick High Road.

Chic Metropolitan Living at its best | Luxury Bathroom | Newly Refurbished | South West facing Patio Garden | Cooke and Lewis designed Kitchen with Bosch appliances and quartz worktops | EPC C

CHISWICK | 020 8994 7096 chiswick@winkworth.co.uk

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HAMMERSMITH GROVE, W6 £1,075,000 LEASEHOLD AN EXTREMELY SPACIOUS TWO DOUBLE BEDROOM UPPER MAISONETTE, WITH SCOPE TO EXTEND AND RECONFIGURE SUBJECT TO CONSENTS. The property is well-located for the numerous local amenities on offer in Brook Green and Brackenbury Village, with a further range found at Westfield London in Hammersmith. The closest stations are located at Hammersmith, Goldhawk Road and Shepherds Bush.

Reception Room | Kitchen | 2 Double Bedrooms | Bathroom | Loft space demised | 1250 Sq Ft / 116.1 Sq M | EPC Rating Band E

HAMMERSMITH | 020 7371 4466 hammersmith@winkworth.co.uk

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HAZELWOOD CLOSE, W5 £2,500,000 FREEHOLD A quite remarkable detached house located at the end of this quiet cul-de-sac in 'Old Ealing'. This brand new house has been built to exacting specifications throughout, blending the latest modern styling with some classical touches. The house spans in excess of 3,200sq/ft of flexible accommodation including four bedrooms and well equipped with three bathrooms. The open plan kitchen / living area is light and bright with southerly aspect looking out over the gardens with the ground floor also including a formal reception, additional study and utility room.

New Detached House | 3,200 Sq Ft Flexible Accommotion | Four Bedrooms | Three Bathrooms | Open Plan Kitchen | Study | Utility Room

EALING & ACTON | 020 8896 0123 ealing@winkworth.co.uk

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ST ELMO ROAD, W12 £450 P/W

FRITHVILLE GARDENS, W12 £1,150 P/W

2 Bedrooms | Reception Room | Kitchen | Dining Room | Bathroom | En Suite

6 Bedrooms | Double Reception Room | Kitchen/Dining Room | 4 Bathrooms |

Shower Room | 1307 Sq Ft/121 Sq M | Furnished | Fees Apply | EPC: E

Garden | 2337 Sq Ft/217 Sq M | Unfurnished | Fees Apply | EPC:D

For more information on this property call Shepherd's Bush & Acton Office | 020 8735 3255

For more information on this property call Shepherd's Bush & Acton Office | 020 8735 3255

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LANGHAM PLACE, W4 £692 P/W

A breathtakingly beautiful and large split level apartment with your own private entrance. Rent £1,950 PCM.

£484 P/W

A superb six bedroom family home on this sought after, centrally located street. Rent £4,983 PCM.

Well-presented two double bedroom ground floor apartment set within Winkworth are pleased to offer this newly refurbished four bedroom this attractive gated Riverside development. house set within a gated development.

Two Bedrooms | River Views | Garden | Parking | EPC: C Four Bedrooms | Gated Development | Residents Parking | EPC: D

For more information on this property call Chiswick Office | 020 8994 7096

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SOUTHCOMBE STREET, W14 £625 P/W

PHOENIX LODGE MANSIONS, W6 £350 P/W

3 Bedrooms | Reception Room | Open Plan Kitchen | 2 Bathrooms | Garden |

Bedroom | Reception Room | Kitchen | Study | Bathroom | 805 Sq Ft/75 Sq M |

1209 Sq Ft/112.3 Sq M | Furnished | Fees Apply | EPC: C

Furnished | Fees Apply | EPC: D

For more information on this property call Hammersmith Office | 020 7371 4466

For more information on this property call Hammersmith Office | 020 7371 4466

WEST LODGE, W3 £865 P/W

STANWAY GARDENS, W3 £750 P/W

A superb three bedroom garden flat within an attractive period conversion in West Kensington. Rent £2,708 PCM

A large one bedroom flat on the ground floor of a popular mansion block on the corner of Brook Green. Rent £1,517 PCM.

A beautiful six bedroom family home, located within minutes of Ealing Common Underground Station and local amenities.

Six Bedrooms | Two Large Reception Rooms | Breakfast Room & Kitchen | Utility

A four bedroom house located in a lovely residential street in Acton.

Two Reception Rooms | Newly Refurbished Kitchen/Breakfast Room | Four Bedrooms | Family Bathroom | En-suite Master Bedroom | EPC: B

Area | West Facing Garden | En-suite Master Bedroom | EPC: B

For more information on this property call Ealing & Acton | 020 8896 0123

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S M a l l wo n d e r

by N I G E L L E W I S

Relatively young ‘pre-retirees’ with small or no mortgages are selling up their houses and moving into urban flats. Nigel Lewis finds out why.

f you are in your 50s, approaching retirement and living in a large house long emptied of dependent offspring, then you may be thinking about downsizing.

It’s a trend that has been gaining momentum recently as an assortment of social, financial and family factors have conspired to persuade many parents to use their equity to help their children on or further up the property ladder.

According to research by Savills, across the UK two-thirds of all housing wealth is tied in homes owned by retirees and approximately 55,000 people downsize each year, releasing equity of some £7 billion.

In London, this equity comes in very handy. The capital’s shockingly high average price for first-time buyers – currently running at £462,600 according to online agent eMoov – means even relatively well-paid professional couples in London struggle to get on the ladder.

This has created a two-tier trend of downsizing among their equity-rich parents, who have been realising that the large unmortgaged houses they live are one way to help their children out.

These downsizers fall into two categories – those moving in from the countrywide to the bright lights, and those already living in London.

Those moving in from outside number approximately 14,000 people every year, according to exclusive research carried out for Absolutely London magazines by Hamptons International.

It also says that the most popular outer boroughs among inbound

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50-somethings are Richmond upon Thames, Croydon, Havering, Bromley, Sutton and Bexley while the most sought-after inner boroughs are Kensington and Chelsea, and Westminster.

"While London has long been a magnet for the young, in the last three years the number of over 50s moving to the capital has risen 9%,” says David Fell, a research analyst at Hamptons International.

“The majority end up in Outer London, with two-thirds of the over 50s moving to the capital ending up in one of the 20 outer boroughs.

“For most, the move is the first time they've lived in London, but there's also a large minority who are returning to the capital after a 20 or 30-year absence to live closer to their

own children,” David says that over the next few years the number of over 50s moving into London is set to increase as London’s cooling house prices shrink the price gap between the capital and the rest of the UK. And he says an increasing number of outer London developments are therefore now being marketed at older buyers as “house builders look to capture a slice of the growing grey-pound,” he says.

But not everyone is inbound from the sticks. Many older home owners already living in London are downsizing to release equity for children or their pension planning, but also to be nearer children and grandchildren.

Developer St James puts some astonishing figures on this emerging market. It reckons that there are nearly half a million over-55s living in Greater London who own houses with three beds or more.

“Many older buyers are looking to make a move from the suburbs to retire to the city, to downsize to a new home in a central, wellconnected location without having to compromise on design,” says Sean Ellis, Chairman of St James.

“Private developments are wellsuited to fulfil the lifestyle needs and aspirations of today’s retirees – and as such more are taking advantage of the broader choice on offer.

“At Albert Embankment, we’re creating three schemes of extraordinary quality, offering thoughtfully-designed homes with

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Exterior of townhouses in Charles Baker Place

on-site leisure amenities, 24-hour concierge and security, against a backdrop of globally recognisable views across Houses of Parliament and the London Eye.” Another location where downsizers are at centre stage is to be found on Muswell Hill, where developer Hill is building Woodside Square, a development of 161 one, two and three bedroom apartments, 70% of which are available exclusively to over 55s looking to downsize. Prices start at £760,000.

“We’ve had a lot of interest at our Woodside Square development from people who live close by and want to downsize, and those who live in the suburbs and now want to be closer to their family and friends,” says Tony Woodman, sales director at Hill.

“Downsizers’ needs are quite

“For most, the move is the first time they've lived in London, but there's also large majority who are returning to the capital after a 20 or 30-year absence to live closer to their own children ”

Interiors of a Chelsea Island living room

different to those of other buyers as they want an easy to manage, lowmaintenance home.

“Their focus is on quality, a community atmosphere and location, which is what we aim to provide.

“At Woodside Square, we’ve designed the apartments around communal gardens where residents can mingle as we know this appeals to over-55 buyers and the full-time concierge on site has also proved popular. Our furnished guest suite is ideal for residents with family members who wish to stay overnight.”

One word developers mention less often these days is retirement. It’s a concept that in London is less fashionable, partly because many over 55s don’t see themselves as retired.

Last year research by the Department of Work and Pensions found that only 17% of those over 50 were planning to stop work completely and that 39% thought to work flexibly or part time would be the best way to retire.

One of the few developments that does pitch itself as a ‘retirement’ one is Chelsea Island, where sales director James Taylor of Hadley Property Group says that the desire to downsize “is perhaps the biggest trend we see with retirees”.

“At Chelsea Island, we’ve noticed strong interest from the over 60s who are keen to have the best of both words: the dynamic city lifestyle in a contemporary apartment.

“This trend is particularly noticeable

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with families in the suburbs, where the children have now flown the nest, and the parents are left with a substantial home and high maintenance garden to take care of.

“Hassle-free living has huge appeal in this case, especially for those looking to enjoy their new-found leisure time.”

Another development where over-55-year-olds are knocking at the showroom door is Charles Baker Place in Bellevue Village by Wandsworth Common in SW17.

Its assortment of houses, mews homes and cottages starting at £1.295 million would put off retirees, you might think, but Nick Herrtage of developer Chester Row says he’s seen a mix of downsizers mostly from the local area selling their large homes but wanting to stay nearby because their children live there.

“Unfortunately, we also find a lot of 50-somethings getting divorced and then selling up to both move into smaller homes, which is an additional form of downsizing,” he says.

“Our development is proving popular with downsizers because it’s an attractive area close to the common. Also, six of the properties don’t have gardens and feature terraces instead, which many downsizers want.”

And the world of downsizing comes full circle quite often, too. Nick says a lot of his customers want a property that is big enough to fit their children and grandchildren into when they invite them around for tea. u

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