COUTURE BY ORCHARDS SUMMER 2015

by ORCHARDS OF LONDON ~ SUMMER 201 5 | ORCHARDS OFLONDON.COM ~

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SALES

LETTINGS

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

You are two steps away from receiving up to £500! *

Step One: If you know anyone keen to sell or let their home refer them to us via our form below.

Step Two: When the transaction completes you will receive up to £500… it is that easy. * Terms and conditions apply, full details below

Spread the word and share it with your friends Terms and Conditions (Sales): 1. If you have referred another Vendor (home owner) the individual/s need to be new clients to Orchards of London i.e. they cannot already be on our database.

2. The offer to receive £500 is only if the form has been completed and we have been instructed based on that and the transaction is successful. If we for any reason have approached the client prior to receiving your completed form you will not receive £500.

3. Verbal referrals are not valid.

4. Orchards of London has the right to amend terms and conditions without prior notice.

5. Orchards of London has the right to conclude this referral campaign at any time. If referral forms are received prior to the campaign concluding we will still honour the offer under these terms.

6. The referral form can be found on our website, in Couture by Orchards of London – we will also accept photocopied referral forms.

7. You can refer as many Vendors (Home owners) as you wish – the £500 will however only be paid if a transaction has gone through successfully with Orchards of London.

8. £500 will be paid via online bank transfer once the transaction is complete.

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Terms and Conditions (Lettings): 1. If you have referred another Landlord the individual/s need to be new clients to Orchards of London i.e. they cannot already be on our database.

2. The offer to receive £250 is only if the form has been completed and we have been instructed based on that and the transaction is successful. If we for any reason have approached the client prior to receiving your completed form you will not receive £250 if the transaction is successful.

3. Verbal referrals are not valid.

4. Orchards of London has the right to amend terms and conditions without prior notice 5. Orchards of London has the right to conclude this referral campaign at any time. If referral forms are received prior to the campaign concluding we will still honour the offer under these terms.

6. The referral form can be found on our website, in Couture by Orchards of London – we will also accept photocopied referral forms.

7. You can refer as many landlords as you wish – the £250 will however only be paid if a transaction has gone through successfully with Orchards of London.

8. £500 will be paid via online bank transfer once the transaction is complete.

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EDITOR’S LETTER ANNUS MIRABILIS (Wonderful Year)

he new year is in full swing and one can’t help conjuring up ideas of what to do every sunny weekend and before you know it the diary is jam-packed with exciting plans.

For us at Orchards of London we concluded 2014 on a high note as we successfully opened our flagship office in Shepherd’s Bush, launched our new website and helped more than 20 local events raise money and awareness for each of their causes.

We knew that 2015 would be an interesting time and we are embracing all the trials and tribulations but as we prepare for our sixth birthday celebrations we know that this will truly be a wonderful year in the agency's history.

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"When the going gets tough the tough get going" by BILLY OCEAN As a treat we would like to invite you to try our hand picked cake recipe on page 25 and tweet some pictures to us @OrchardsLondon or share your baked delights on Facebook.com/ OrchardsofLondon. Adorn at your peril and allow yourself to indulge!

RALPH LAUREN SS15; RALPHLAUREN.CO.UK

04 DIRECTOR’S COMMENT Paul Connolly welcomes readers to the third issue

06 FASHION & BEAUTY

Striking monochrome looks stay strong this year

08 EALING SALES & LETTINGS

Take a tour of the best properties Ealing has to offer

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CREAM OF THE CROP

Joseph Murphy talks luxury lettings in West London

CHISWICK SALES & LETTINGS

Chiswick’s top properties on the market

RUDOLPH DIESEL Editor / Marketing Director marketing@orchardsoflondon.com

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GARDEN PARTY

Al fresco fiestas need these picnic essentials and recipes for sharing

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ACTON SALES & LETTINGS

The pick of the bunch of Acton’s newest listings

34 MEN'S GIFTS & GROOMING

The latest in men's style and timeless treats for dad this Father's Day

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SHEPHERD'S BUSH SALES & LETTINGS

Look inside W12’s finest homes currently available

44 ICONIC ARCHITECT

Discover Daniel Libeskind’s inimitable aesthetic and eye for design

48 COMMUNITY

Charity work, competitions, and everything in between

On Cover: TOM DIXON; tomdixon.net

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Director’s ma rket comme nt

IN THE FRAME WELCOME TO OUR PROPERTY AND LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE, Couture

Paul Connolly

Managing Director of Orchards Of London

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ince its inception, Couture has been extremely well received by everyone and we have had some excellent comments and feedback from clients and the West London community at large.

Community is, of course, at the centre of the way we at Orchards of London operate as we recognise the importance of supporting and being an integral part of the communities in which we work, rest and play!

Over the last twelve months we have supported over 25 local projects and good causes. These ranged from school fetes through to white collar boxing, a charity auction and various football and fun run events.

2014 also saw us open our flagship head office in Shepherd’s Bush, our fourth office and a significant investment in the future of the business. The superb corner premises not only provide the best property showroom in the area but also are home to our training academy and marketing team.

I was extremely proud to see this office open and to have the Mayor of Hammersmith and Fulham cut the Orchards of London burgundy ribbon!

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WE SHALL CELEBRATE OUR 6TH BIRTHDAY THIS YEAR AS AN INDEPENDENT AGENT 2014 was only our fifth year of trading and it has been a remarkable journey from the days of operating from my front room in Acton. The last year saw us recognised with three awards in the Times and Sunday Times Lettings awards – we won awards in the categories of Best Central London Letting Agent, Marketing and Customer Service.

With the internet now the most important element in marketing our

services and our client’s properties, we have recently designed and built a new, fully mobile responsive website that is drawing praise from those that have visited and taken advantage of its fast and effective navigation and the wealth of information available.

If you haven’t done so, please take a few moments to take a look at orchardsoflondon.com The first half of 2015 has been positive with good levels of activity in both sales and lettings. The outcome of the General Election has created greater stability in the property market and the prognosis for the longer term is positive with low inflation, economic growth and low interest rates looking set to continue. Demand for property of all types and tenures in West London continues to outstrip supply and so we are likely to see prices continue to rise, albeit at a steady pace as affordability is a key factor.

At Orchards of London we are always looking to set the highest standards of performance and service in everything we do and our growth and success would not have been possible without the support of the local community.

We firmly believe that we can only achieve that which we wish to achieve if we work hard to help enough other people achieve what they want to achieve. Consequently you can be assured of a warm welcome and a positive and professional approach from everyone at Orchards of London on every contact you have with us.

I trust you will enjoy reading this copy of Couture.

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O U R STO RY

The team, ready to raise money and awareness for the British Heart Foundation

The Bedford Park Festival Green Days – Orchards of London sponsors the refreshments tent

Photobooth at Southfields Primary School

Ark Priory Primary Academy Summer Football Tournament The launch of our new responsive website in September 2015

Face Painting at Ark Priory Primary Academy

The Sunday Times Estate Agent of the Year Awards 2014 where we won Best Marketing and Customer Service

OUR YEAR

Children in Need Quadrathlon 2015

A YEAR IN PICTURES OF OUR ACHIEVEMENTS AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT Celebrating our fifth birthday

White Collar Boxing Event at The Park Club

Launching Couture by Orchards of London, our first lifestyle magazine

The Orchards of London ladies at the 2014 Race for Life Hyde Park fundraiser

Children in Need Quadrathlon at The Park Club

The Orchards of London flagship office in Shepherd's Bush

The Orchards of London Induction Day and Apprentice Challenge

Our Shepherd's Bush launch in September 2014 with Mayor Merdi Umeh

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ROLAND MOURET Oxley Jacket, £895; rolandmouret.com

HERVE LEGER Alena Bandage Skirt, £930; net-a-porter.com

PALOMO BARCELO Bettina Negro, £149; palomobarcelo.com

VICTORIA BECKHAM Fluted Striped Midi Skirt, £1,500; net-a-porter.com

RALPH LAUREN SS15; RALPHLAUREN.CO.UK

CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Zazou Patent-leather Brougues, £595; matchesfashion.com

ALTUZARRA Kieran Striped Silk Shirt Dress, £1,035; harveynichols.com

50 shades of

MONOCHROME

BE CHIC IN SUN AND SHADE WITH THIS SEASONS BEST OF black and white

NICHOLAS KIRKWOOD Casati Pearl-platform Satin Pumps, £585; matchesfashion.com

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M2MALLEITIER Fabricca Leather Clutch, £915; net-a-porter.com

ISSA SS15 ISSALONDON.COM

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FA S H I O N & B E A U T Y

DIANE VON FURSTENBURG Riveria Dress, £398; matchesfashion.com

DUNE Jasmin T Bar Platform Leather Sandal, £79; net-a-porter.com

Keep it Classic

ISSA Martine Black and Cream Knitted Dress, £795; issalondon.com

LOEWE Puzzle Leather Shoulder Bag, £1,795; net-a-porter.com

Opt for a dramatic red lip and smokey eyes this summer

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SIMONE ROCHA Crochet-trimmed Tulle Top, £875; net-a-porter.com 5

DOLCE AND GABBANA Gingham Brocade T-bar Pumps, £525; net-a-porter.com

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1. CLINIQUE Quickliner for eyes in Really Black, £15; clinique.co.uk 2. NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil in Red Square, £19; narscosmetics.com 3. CLINIQUE All About Shadow Quad in Smoke and Mirrors, £28; clinique.co.uk 4. CLARINS Be Long Mascara in intense black, £21; clarins.co.uk 5. NARS Blush in Exibit A, £23; narscosmetics.co.uk 6. CHANEL Rouge Coco Shine in Rebelle, £36; chanel.com

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EALING | 020 8992 4242

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Ealing Michael Ogden Ealing Sales Manager

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s a lifelong resident of Ealing and an Estate Agent who has worked in Acton, Brentford, Chiswick, and Ealing, I am always astonished at how few local residents know of the local treasure Gunnersbury Park. Gunnersbury Park is set in 179 acres of mature parkland, boasts a museum, two mansions and two lakes. The House and Grounds were once owned by the Rothschild Family before becoming a public park. The park has previously been underfunded but over the last ten years major regeneration has been undertaken, bolstered by recent lottery funding. I encourage more residents from the bordering areas to take advantage of this astounding green space and immerse themselves in a part of local history. Although any sunny weekend is the perfect time to discover the park, the 6th of September hosts Europe’s biggest festival inspired by South Asian culture and creativity when the park becomes host to amazing dance, culture and mouth-watering food.

To learn more about the park and plan your trip, visit the friends of Gunnersbury Park and museum. gunnersburyfriends.org

EALING OFFICE 7 Station Parade, Ealing Common, W5 3LD michael.ogden@orchardsoflondon.com 020 8992 4242

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Carlton Gardens Ealing, W5 6 BEDROOMS • 3 BATHROOMS • 2 RECEPTIONS

£1,700,000 fantastic five bedroom townhouse with an additional two bedroom apartment below. This stunning property offers exceptional space, with easy access to a number of reputable prep schools. On the ground floor is a vast open double reception room with wide windows to the front and rear allowing in beautiful natural light; this leads into a stylish kitchen with direct access to a wonderful garden.

The first floor holds two generous double bedrooms, a single bedroom, study and modern family bathroom. The master suite fills the second floor and is abundant in superb storage with a lovely en-suite bathroom. The lower ground floor is home to a gorgeous two double bedroom apartment equipped with contemporary kitchen/dining room, bright reception room and smart bathroom. The property benefits greatly from off street parking for up to three cars.

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Ranelagh Road Ealing, W5 8 BEDROOMS • 3 BATHROOMS • 3 RECEPTIONS

£1,999,950 rchards of London are pleased to offer this phenomenal Victorian residence, set over four floors, presented in excellent condition and boasting a wealth of original period features. With six bedrooms in the main house, plus a two bedroom self-contained flat, the house offers truly spacious accommodation.

Features include an imposing drawing room and a formal dining room, as well as the benefit of two garages, plus two off road parking spaces, and a beautifully landscaped garden with an impressive children’s playhouse. The lower ground floor apartment has great potential; as a separate lower ground flat, a source of rental income, or could be reinstated as part of the main house. Located in the heart of Ealing close to the amenities of Ealing Broadway and Olde Ealing, the nearest transport links include South Ealing and Ealing Broadway.

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Shakespeare Road Ealing, W7 5 BEDROOMS • 1 BATHROOMS • 3 RECEPTIONS

£1,100,000 et in the beautiful suburbs of Ealing is this gorgeous five bedroom period property. Filled with character and classic charm, this property boasts a wonderful dining room with high ceilings, tall bay windows and a bright reception room with wide French doors that inject the room with ample natural light. The delightful kitchen and breakfast room is equipped with a utility room and lovely views over the property’s garden. On the first floor you will find an elegant master bedroom with rich original wood flooring, three further generous double bedrooms, a spacious single room, and a modern family bathroom. Shakespeare Road is a fantastic location for a busy family life as there are several of West London’s best schools in the local area and commuters can benefit from Hanwell Station (Crossrail) & Drayton Green.

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Elegant Ealing Joseph Murphy

Lettings Manager / Business Development Director

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aling is a town for all seasons and summer is no exception. This time of year is traditionally a strong time in the lettings market and we expect nothing less for 2015. The market is driven heavily by families moving to the vicinity in preparation for the new academic year and with that, an abundance of family properties come to the market in order to meet such demand.

Ealing’s cosmopolitan community benefits from a number of special events throughout the summer including the circus coming to town on Ealing Common, and the Comedy and Jazz festivals in Walpole Park.

There is ample opportunity to dine al fresco in the many and varied restaurants in the area and to witness the vibrancy and energy that the community has on offer.

Ealing is also a hotspot for young professionals. There are so many different routes in and out of Central London. It is perfect for commuters who are looking for access to exciting nightlife; Ealing offers a number of popular social establishments, attracting high quality clientele and thus making it a popular town to be seen in!

Delamere Road Ealing, W5 4/5 BEDROOMS • 3 BATHROOMS • 3 RECEPTIONS

£1,200 per week resented in superb condition, Orchards of London are excited to offer to the market for rent, an exquisite five bedroom family home benefiting from fabulous space and off street parking for up to four cars. The property comprises a stunning, airy double reception room with views of the gorgeous gardens, a modern integrated kitchen with high quality appliances and breakfast area, a large dining room and a sunny conservatory. Over the first and second floors are four elegant bedrooms and three bathrooms. Delamere Road is located in the heart of Ealing, moments from the open spaces of Ealing Common and the shops, bars and restaurants along Ealing Broadway. Ealing Broadway Station (National Rail, District and Central lines) is within easy reach.

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EALING OFFICE 7 Station Parade, Ealing Common, W5 3LD joseph@orchardsoflondon.com 020 8992 4242

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West Road Ealing, W5 6 BEDROOMS • 4 BATHROOMS • 3 RECEPTIONS

£1,846 per week rchards of London are delighted to present to the rental market this impressive six bedroom residence, located in a desirable part of Ealing. On the ground floor you will find two west-facing reception rooms overlooking a secluded, mature garden, a kitchen, dining room, office, study, utility room, a guest cloakroom and garage, as well as a luxurious indoor swimming pool. The master bedroom benefits from a vast en-suite bathroom. There are also five further double bedrooms, a family bathroom and a shower room. This property, ideally suited for a large family, is located just moments away from Montpelier Primary School, and is just a short stroll away from amenities along Ealing Broadway. Viewings are highly recommended.

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Sandal Road Ealing, W5 4 BEDROOMS • 3 BATHROOMS • 3 RECEPTIONS

£1,038 per week resenting to the market in Ealing, an impressive newly refurbished four double bedroom family home. Set within the Hanger Hill conservation area, this home provides a tranquil oasis away from the hustle and bustle of London while also having excellent commuting links. The property itself comprises of a delightful formal reception room with classic features, a striking open plan kitchen and family room with sweeping bi-folding doors that open out into a 86ft garden and annex building, a smart dining room, guest cloakroom and garage that doubles as a utility room. On the first floor, there is an enchanting master bedroom, second double bedroom, third bedroom with en-suite and dressing room, a modern family bathroom and study room. The second floor has a fourth double bedroom with storage and en-suite.

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P R O M OT I O N Work hard and reap the rewards: we work with you to achieve your goals

Get to know your team and unwind in our detox lounge

HYBRID BOOTCAMP TAKE THE CHALLENGE THIS SUMMER with Lee Andrew’s team of experts

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ybrid Bootcamp is the most passionate and client focused fitness bootcamp in the United Kingdom located in an exclusive venue Northampton.

Whether your goal is weight loss, to build strength or improve your fitness, the experienced and dedicated team will help get you there!

Lee Andrew leads the team at Hybrid, with over 15 years experience in the health and fitness industry. A former member of the Parachute Regiment, Special Forces, British Tae Kwon Do Champion, Level 4 Master Trainer and Nutrition expert.

People come to us with a mission in mind and we deliver it!

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ENDORSED BY THE STAFF OF ORCHARDS OF LONDON: This was my first boot camp and although it was mentally and physically challenging, I met some great people, explored how to push myself out of my comfort zone and had fun along the way. In the short term I feel slimmer and fitter but in the long term feel I have the knowledge I need to make significant positive changes to live a healthy lifestyle. This is a fitness boot camp but ultimately you can take a lot more from it than changing how you look. I lost 13lbs but had I lost only 3lbs I would have still found the experience rewarding. Two months on I have not put any of the lbs lost back on. Thank you Hybrid Boot Camp for a great experience.

Joanna Hughes Orchards of London Lettings Manager Shepherd’s Bush Hybrid Bootcamp is run by the most dedicated team of fitness experts who will push you to ensure you exceed your targets and goals! I have been fortunate

Lee Andrew with the health and wellbeing team, looking ready for action

One of our core beliefs is nutritious food made from the best ingredients

to train with Lee Andrew since 2012, he has helped me to gain confidence with my fitness and myself. I have achieved ongoing weight loss and learnt a lot about my nutrition. I lost 10lbs following a week at Hybrid, improved my fitness and my energy levels peaked. Lee genuinely cares about everyone that attends the bootcamp, he helps you through a challenging week of highs and lows and is only a phone call away for support after you leave. Bootcamp is not easy, you will be pushed and challenged both mentally and physically. You will never forget the feeling at the end of the week when you see the rewards of your hard work – it will be the first time you stand on weighing scales and feel proud!

Zena O’Connor Orchards of London Recruitment Manager BOOTCAMPS INCLUDE: • 1 week residential • Over 50’s • One Day • Team building / away days • Stag & Hen Parties • Bridal transformations • Hybrid Expeditions (Kilimanjaro, Snowdon, Everest, Borneo Jungle, Spirit of Jordan)

Quote Couture and receive 20% off your booking We help visitors focus and achieve their goals, whatever those goals may be

HYBRID BOOTCAMP Badby Lodge Farm, Badby, Daventry, NN11 3DD, 0800 852 7179, info@hybridbootcamp.co.uk; hybridbootcamp.co.uk

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LUXURY LETTINGS

Cream of the Crop Joseph Murphy ON THE MOST ELEGANT PROPERTIES IN WEST LONDON

HALE GARDENS, W3 £1,037 per week

Magnificent five double bedroom family home with two reception rooms, a modern kitchen diner and a 100' rear garden.

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n the last few months, Orchards of London have let some of the most exclusive and luxurious properties within the West London postcodes in which we operate.

These transactions have included the letting of Ealing’s second most expensive property (according to data from the Land Registry) and achieving the highest rent for a property in Ealing with a monthly figure in excess of £10,000.

We have also let a glorious house in Vanburgh Road in Bedford Park and are becoming the “go to” agent for

this prestigious location. In addition to this, we have let a stunning house in Hale Gardens in W3 on a corporate contract at the very upper end of prices being achieved in that locality.

All of the properties mentioned above had been previously marketed without success by a variety of our large corporate competitors yet Orchards of London managed to secure long term contracts for our landlord clients on all of these properties and with high calibre tenants.

At Orchards of London our innovative and powerful marketing is combined with our professionalism, hard work and drive for success that is getting our clients the results and outcomes they seek.

VANBRUGH ROAD, W4 £2,000 per week

A charming five bedroom family home boasting character with period features throughout and a delightful private garden.

BLAKESLEY AVENUE, W5 £2,308 per week

A truly exquisite seven bedroom family home in a premier Ealing location, boasting superb accommodation and generous living and entertaining space.

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P R O M OT I O N

BIRCH GROVE

THE BIRCHES ATTRACTED MORE THAN 150 VISITORS IN ONE DAY AND SOLD IN A SHORT SPACE OF TIME

THE STORY OF A SUCCESSFUL DEVELOPMENT in the heart of Acton

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rchards of London have been involved with The Birches development since the start and from the day the teams saw the plans they knew these homes would be of superior quality.

The day The Birches was launched in 2014, it attracted more than 150 visitors and sold within a short space of time – the interest in the two homes was astounding and a testament to the fact that when you build something to such a high level of detail it can only do well.

The developers engaged only the best professionals to work on the project such as Finnegan Associates who project-managed the entire build from start to finish. The creative team of architects were involved with every part of the build and with two companies who were so heavily involved on a day to day basis, you knew they would get every detail right.

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Furthermore, The Birches achieved a record price per square foot – an impressive £750 – and it was equally as impressive that the site was on with several high end agents who did not attract offers.

“Independent agents, Orchards of London, pulled out all the stops and as

developers we were very impressed with the team. They managed to pool together their talent in all four of their offices and both buyers originated from Chiswick.

For us as developers, it was important to get the right pedigree of agents on board who not only knew what they were talking about but had a database with the relevant buyers.” Says Damien Finnegan, Executive Director at Centurion London.

The gross development value of the Birches is approximately £4 million.

“We really appreciate your (and your clients’) patience, integrity and how you have kept an honourable approach throughout. We are looking forward to moving to the Birches.” Mr R Owen and Mr A Barbu, who became the happy owners of The Birches.

Orchards of London, Acton 020 8997 0076; orchardsoflondon.com

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HOMES & INTERIORS

TAI PING Elipse Collection, from €1115 per sq m excl. tax; taiping.com

ROSE UNIACKE Pendant Light with Copper Shades, POA; roseuniacke.com

MUT DESIGN Float Collection, €23,843.64; mutdesign.com

KARTELL Bourgie Lamp by Ferrucio Laviani, £322; amara.com COCOLUX Luna Fragrances, £55 for 350g; roullierwhite.com

HEAL’S Blue Dot Real Good Chair, from £139; heals.co.uk

OLIVER BONAS Copper wire pendant, £34; oliverbonas.com

WINNIE LUI Innermost Beads Octo Suspension Light, £1,900; nest.co.uk

COPPER BLUSH ADD A SPLASH OF WARM ELEGANCE WITH THIS eye-catching metallic hue

HABITAT Large copper vase, £25; habitat.co.uk

LOBMEYR Still by Formafantasma, for Lobmeyr, prices vary; lobmeyr.at

CASA COUTURE Copper Hammered Metal Vase, £60; houseoffraser.co.uk.com

TALISMAN A Superb Lacquered Copper Coffee Table on Floating Plinth 1980s’, £4,200; talismanlondon.com

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CHISWICK | 020 8995 9797

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Chiswick Liam Doherty Chiswick Sales Manager / Sales Director

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alk along the wonderful streets of Chiswick and you will see front gardens and balconies bursting into life at this time of year. New research from Amazon has revealed that Chiswick residents are the most green fingered in West London and among the top ten in the capital itself, based on sales of gardening equipment and accessories sold by the online marketplace.

Always the trend-setters, Chiswick residents are turning their gardening focus as much indoors as they are out, veering into the areas of window ledge allotments and ceilingsuspended pots.

If you have a property for sale in Chiswick or are thinking of putting your home on the market, now is the time to put those green fingers to good use. With the summer months stretching out ahead of us, gardens and outdoor spaces become more of a focal point during the property sales process.

CHISWICK OFFICE 171 Chiswick High Road, W4 2DR liam@orchardsoflondon.com 020 8995 9797

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Southfield Road Chiswick, W4 5 BEDROOMS • 4 BATHROOMS • 2 RECEPTIONS

£1,700,000 f you’re looking for an exquisite four bedroom home set perfectly on the borders of Bedford Park, we present to you this stunning property for sale. Intelligently designed to maximise natural light and space, this home boasts rich light oak flooring throughout the ground floor. Additional perks include underfloor heating, and wide Italian impenetrable windows. Fitted with high quality Carrara marble flooring and work tops, the kitchen is ideal for those who enjoy entertaining guests and trying a hand at their culinary skills, especially with the fabulous contemporary integrated appliances. Gorgeous sweeping bi-folding doors open out into a delightful garden, with its own studio or summer house perfect for summer afternoons and barbeques.

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Saville Road Chiswick, W4 4 BEDROOMS • 2 BATHROOMS • 2 RECEPTIONS

£1,650,000 resenting to the market for sale in Chiswick, a striking architect designed, four double bedroom property on Saville Road. This beautiful home is a rare gem set amongst classic Chiswick homes and offers extraordinary, cleverly designed space that is ideal for a busy family. A vast family room fills the lower ground floor along with separate utility room, on the first floor you are welcomed by a grand entrance/hallway that leads into an impressive open plan kitchen and reception room with sweeping bi-folding doors that open out into the garden. You will find an elegant master bedroom on the first floor, along with two further double rooms and family bathroom, and the fourth double bedroom is found on the top level. Saville Road is ideal for commuters being a short distance from Chiswick Park and South Acton stations.

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Dartmouth Place Chiswick, W4 8 BEDROOMS • 2 BATHROOMS • 2 RECEPTIONS

£3,800,000 truly exquisite, eight bedroom family estate providing of beautiful living accommodation set within a vast, walled garden offering total privacy in a tranquil setting.

The living quarters consists of two receptions, a formal dining room, and an attractive kitchen.

On the first floor there are eight double bedrooms; the master bedroom has a luxurious dressing room and a sublime marble en-suite bathroom. There is a further three bathrooms, and a studio room with self-contained kitchenette. With an abundance of period features and natural light throughout, you will also benefit from a private garage and generous parking area, a temperature controlled wine room, and a gym room. This is a phenomenal opportunity to experience a country living lifestyle in heart of West London.

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CHISWICK | 020 8995 9797

Chic Chiswick Mark Carroll

Chiswick Lettings Manager / Associate Lettings Director

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hiswick is a wonderful place to work especially from now until the end of summer when the rental market is at its busiest as you get to meet different people relocating from a variety of countries. The area still proves to be popular with young professionals and in particular families due to the excellent choice of schools, the abundance of green open spaces, most notably the historic Chiswick House and Gardens with its beautiful grounds and café, and the friendly village atmosphere of the High Road.

There is always an array of events happening in Chiswick that we at Orchards of London are getting involved in. So far this year we will be sponsoring the refreshment tent at the Bedford Park Festival, along with this we are sponsoring the Jam and Chutney competition where everyone within the West London area can enter by picking up forms at any of the Orchards of London offices. We are once again sponsoring the Southfields Primary School Fete, which is a fun day to attend as it is held in the heart of Chiswick on Turnham Green Park.

I look forward to a sunny outlook throughout the next few months in Chiswick.

Milnthorpe Road Chiswick, W4 7 BEDROOMS • 7 BATHROOMS • 2 RECEPTIONS

£3,000 per week his property is the epitome of grandeur as this seven double bedroom family home boasts a grand entrance hall with a glorious sweeping staircase, and a stunning landscaped garden with swimming pool. Nestled in the property are two spacious reception rooms, a bright and spacious dining room, and a fantastic modern kitchen, all with bi-folding doors that lead onto the garden. On the lower ground level is a fabulous cinema room - perfect for nights in with the family, or for movie marathons with guests. The floor also includes a wine cellar, large utility room, wonderful sauna and shower room as well as a separate WC. On the first and second floors are seven beautiful double bedrooms, six of which have en-suite bathrooms.

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Burlington Lane Chiswick, W4 5 BEDROOMS • 3 BATHROOMS • 1 RECEPTION

£1,100 per week his is a fabulous five bedroom semidetached family home benefitting from generous off street parking and a secluded garden, located in the desirable Grove Park area of Chiswick. The property consists of a bright entrance hall with guest cloakroom, a double bedroom with modern en-suite shower room, a large open plan reception room and dining room with French doors leading out onto a wonderful private garden with decking area, a fantastic modern kitchen with fully integrated appliances and utility room. On the first floor there are three double bedrooms and two luxurious bathrooms and a beautiful master bedroom with en-suite shower room situated on the second floor. This property is offered in excellent condition throughout and is located ideally for local shops, bars, cafes and restaurants in Grove Park.

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Sutton Court Road Chiswick, W4 5 BEDROOMS • 4 BATHROOMS • 2 RECEPTIONS

£1,495 per week agnificent, desirable, and fabulous are just a few ways to describe this five bedroom semi-detached family home boasting four bathrooms and off street parking, presented in immaculate condition. This unique property has a spacious front reception and luxurious family room, large utility room and guest cloakroom. The stunning open plan kitchen diner with an under-floor wine cellar which can hold 1,250 bottles of wine, in addition to this the bi-folding doors lead out to a wonderful private garden - ideal for summer get-togethers or celebrations. On the first, and second floors, are five large double bedrooms, and the master bedroom, all of which include en-suite bathrooms. Sutton Court Road is ideally located for the many shops, bars and restaurants of Chiswick High Road. The nearest underground station is Chiswick Rail Station (Overground).

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RECIPES, DESIGNER CHOCOLATES AND COCKTAIL CUPCAKES ARE ALL ON THE MENU this summer

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FOOD & DRINK

PIERRE MARCOLINI

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UPSIDE-DOWN PEAR CAKE From Life is Sweet by The Hummingbird Bakery

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INGREDIENTS For the caramelised pears: • 6 large, ripe pears, peeled, cored and quartered lengthways • 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice • 40g (1½oz) unsalted butter • 80g (3oz) caster sugar • 130ml (4½fl oz) Kentucky bourbon or whiskey For the cake: 195g (7oz) plain flour • 1½ tbsp ground ginger • 1½ tsp ground cinnamon • ½ tsp ground cloves • ½ tsp grated nutmeg • ½ tsp salt • 160g (5½oz) unsalted butter • 75g (2½oz) dark muscovado sugar • 4 large eggs • 170g (6oz) pure cane molasses • 3 tbsp boiling water • 1½ tsp bicarbonate of soda

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METHOD 1. Pre-heat the oven to 175°C (350°F), Gas mark 4. Line the tin with baking parchment. 2.

For the caramelised pears, mix the fruit with the lemon juice.

In a large frying pan, melt the butter and sprinkle in half of the caster sugar. Put in the pear quarters and cook for 5 minutes until browned. Turn and cook the other side until that is brown too. Carefully remove the pear and set aside to cool slightly. 3. Add the bourbon and the rest of the caster sugar to the pan and stir frequently until the mixture becomes syrupy. Pour into the tin and tilt it to spread the mix evenly over the bottom.

4. Start to arrange the pears

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from one corner so that they cover the bottom of the tin and are all facing the same way. 5. To make the cake, sift together the flour, spices and salt into a new bowl. 6. Using an electric-mixer or hand-held electric whisk, cream together the butter and sugar for around 5 minutes on a medium-high speed until the mix is both light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, on a lower speed, scraping down the sides of the bowl after each addition. Only beat until just incorporated.

Add the molasses and beat for a few moments longer to mix. 7. In a small bowl, add the boiling water to the bicarbonate of soda and set aside. Add half the flour mixture to the creamed mix on low speed. Then add the water, bicarbonate of soda and the rest of the flour mixture and mix until it's well incorporated.

It will look like the mixture has split, but that is correct.

8. Scrape the mix into the tin on top of the arranged pears and bake for 25 minutes.

Reduce the oven temperature to 165°C (325°F), Gas mark 3 and bake for a further 10-15 minutes. To know it's done, the top should bounce back when lightly touched. Cool in the tin for 1 hour, then run a knife around the edges of the cake.

Place a tray over the top of the tin and carefully (but quickly) turn upside down. Then enjoy.

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ACTON | 020 8997 0076

Alluring

Acton

Ronan McKenna Acton Sales Manager / Associate Sales Director

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hile driving around Acton it is evident that it is a postcode very much on the rise. A vast majority of homes are being redecorated and extended, which shows the confidence homeowners currently have in the Acton area. With the regeneration of the South Acton Estate providing 2,500 new homes, and confirmation that popular names such as Waitrose and Curzon Cinemas have secured premises on Acton High Street, will only improve the fare on offer within the area.

On the housing front, we are seeing the market go from strength to strength this year with flats proving desirable with the buy to let investment market. Larger family homes are also in high demand due to the influx of people looking in Acton from surrounding postcodes such as Chiswick and Shepherd’s Bush. With excellent schools and infrastructure we are very excited about the year ahead in Acton and the team at Orchards of London are committed to providing a service within such a budding postcode.

ACTON OFFICE 82 High Street, W3 6QX ronan@orchardsoflondon.com 020 8997 0076

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Birch Grove Acton, W3 5 BEDROOMS • 4 BATHROOMS • 2 RECEPTIONS

£1,950,000 his exquisite five bedroom period property is ideally located in the ever popular Birch Grove just moments from Ealing Common Tube Station. Upon entering the property you are welcomed by a grand hallway with gorgeous original stained glass windows. As you continue through the property, you will find beautiful interlinking reception rooms both with working feature fireplaces. To the rear is a stunning kitchen/dining room with stylish AEG integrated appliances and doors leading to a wonderful landscaped garden. On the first floor is the elegant master bedroom with and en-suite bathroom and bright bay windows. Included on this floor are the second and third double bedrooms, and a contemporary shower room.

The second floor holds a further fourth and fifth double bedroom both with private en-suites. This vast property is protected by secure gates and entry system.

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Twyford Avenue Acton, W3 7 BEDROOMS • 2 BATHROOMS • 2 RECEPTIONS

£1,600,000 aid out over three floors, this truly exceptional extended seven bedroom family home is offered to the market in superb condition throughout, and is located on a desirable road in West London, benefitting from off street parking. The property comprises a grand entrance hallway with period geometric tile flooring and a spacious reception room with French doors leading to a delightful garden. On the first and second floors there is a large master bedroom with fantastic en-suite bathroom, family bathroom, separate WC, and further six double bedrooms. This home is conveniently located for nearby transport links including Ealing Common (District and Piccadilly lines) and West Acton (Central line).

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Rosemont Road Acton, W3 5 BEDROOMS • 4 BATHROOMS • 2 RECEPTIONS

£1,350,000 ffered to the market for sale, a truly exquisite five bedroom family home situated on the popular Rosemont Road. Upon entering you are welcomed by a grand entrance hall that leads into a formal reception, spacious study and a second vast open plan reception room/kitchen with integrated appliances and doors leading to a tranquil 62ft garden. On the first floor resides an elegant master bedroom with superb fitted storage and en-suite bathroom, two further double bedrooms and a family bathroom. The second floor holds a further gorgeous fifth bedroom with en-suite. Rosemont Road is ideally located close to shops and cafes, also to excellent local schools, and is in easy reach of Acton Central (Overground), Acton Town (District, Piccadilly and Circle Line), West Acton (Central Line) and Acton Main Line (First Great Western).

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Alluring Acton Hannah Daynes Acton Lettings Manager

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s a resident of the popular Poets Corner Area, I am no stranger to the advantages of living in this special pocket of West London.

Acton has a great deal to offer the prospective tenant, homeowner and investors alike. The properties on offer are highly varied from new build developments to beautiful period conversion apartments and houses.

The area takes advantage of being excellently located for the motorist with good access to the A4 and M4 and is also home to seven rail and underground stations. The ever so popular Churchfield Road benefits from an array of independent businesses from the trendy boutique shops to bars and restaurants, whilst the bustling high street offers a larger range of retail shops, restaurants and banks. For families, the area can offer a selection of excellent primary and secondary schools, beautiful open green spaces of Acton Park and two fantastic family health clubs: The Park Club and Virgin Active.

Acton has a fabulous local community and we are constantly involved with school fetes, charity events, charity auctions, Christmas fares and many more - it is wonderful to be a part of such a thriving community. Acton is the place to be if you desire to have the perfect balance between a friendly community on your doorstep and easy access in and out of central London.

Napier House, Bromyard Avenue Acton, W3 3 BEDROOMS • 1 BATHROOM • 1 RECEPTION

£650 per week his stunning home boasts contemporary features and offers a wonderful open plan reception room with rich hard wood flooring, and wide floor to ceiling doors that open out onto a sunny balcony. The stylish kitchen is fully integrated and has ample space for dining - perfect for dinner parties or family gatherings.

The master bedroom is bright and comes equipped with superb storage space and luxury en-suite bathroom, you will also find a further second superb double bedroom which has direct access onto a fantastic terrace area with gorgeous views of London.

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Lynton Road Acton, W3 5 BEDROOMS • 3 BATHROOMS • 2 RECEPTIONS

£888 per week ffered to the market for let in Acton, a superb newly refurbished, family home on Lynton Road. This impressive home benefits from off street parking for multiple cars and is conveniently located for access to Acton Mail Line station (National Rail). Within the property you are welcomed by a grand hallway that leads through into an elegant formal reception room with high ceilings and fireplace.

There is also a separate utility room, fifth bedroom/study with en-suite and a downstairs guest cloakroom. To the rear of the property is a sweeping kitchen/family room with chic, high quality integrated kitchen and broad bi-folding doors that allow the space to naturally flow into a gorgeous garden. The first floor is home to a delightful master bedroom with ample fitted storage and luxury en-suite, three further double bedrooms and a fabulous family bathroom.

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Bromyard Avenue Acton, W3 4 BEDROOMS • 3 BATHROOMS • 1 RECEPTION

£950 per week rare opportunity to live in W3’s most exclusive gated development. This immaculate townhouse is presented over five floors and is equipped with unique features, such as an entertainment/cinema room and a phenomenal roof terrace. In addition to this, there is a secure underground garage with an air purification system. The ground floor boasts a stunning open kitchen/dining area with high quality finishes associated with a Berkeley Homes development. It has the finest fixtures and fittings including: a 120 bottle wine cooler, Silent Gliss blinds, moleskin curtains throughout, and doors that open onto a gorgeous private garden. On the first floor is an elegant reception room with its own balcony, a stylish master bedroom with an en-suite bathroom, and a smart family bathroom. The second floor holds a generous double bedroom with built-in storage, and a further two bedrooms with a bathroom.

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PROFILE

Ask the Experts ORCHARDS OF LONDON ARE THE WHOLE PACKAGE FOR Property Management

Hollie Morris

the tenants needs are also addressed.

We pride ourselves on the property management service we offer our landlords and the care and attention given to the tenant.

Our team of property managers have all undergone rigorous training to meet the required standard of property management professionals.

Orchards of London professionally manage properties to rent in Acton, Chiswick, Ealing and Shepherd’s Bush are increasingly in demand.

Property Management and Renewals Manager

MANAGEMENT t Orchards of London we pride ourselves on A delivering an outstanding and proactive property management service and, as a result, we have many landlords using our managed services across their entire portfolios.

With properties ranging from studio flats to a 5,500 square foot detached residence at £3,000 per week, our team is experienced in handling all types of property.

Because we are instructed to let some of the most exclusive properties within our area of operation in West London, we are able to attract many blue chip and corporate tenants from a range of global businesses including: ENI Oli, Tullo Oil, Glaxo Smith Kline, IBM and Phillip Morris.

Many corporate tenants will only enter into rental agreements on fully managed properties because they want to ensure that the tenancy will be professionally managed.

The property management department’s our entire focus is to ensure that our clients are delighted with the service we provide and are maximising the return on their investment. As an independent company, this is extremely important to us and we always look to meet or exceed our clients’ expectations.

If you are thinking of letting a

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WE PRIDE OURSELVES ON THE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT SERVICE WE OFFER property and would like to find out more about our range of letting services and access to high quality tenants, please contact us today.

H I G H S TA N D A R D S rchards of London understand the need for O landlords and property investors to maximise the return on their investment. At the same time, we appreciate the importance of ensuring

WE WILL PROVIDE: Professional service from experienced and trained staff 6 days a week opening hours and 24hr emergency contact numbers for our tenants Dedicated property management service Fully accompanied viewings Personal service throughout each tenancy Prime office location with extensive window displays Huge internet coverage on all the major property websites Members of the Tenancy Deposit Scheme (DPS. The Deposit Protection Service) Members of the Property Ombudsman Scheme (POS) Minimum of three property inspections per term

Head Office 3-5 Uxbridge Road, Shepherd's Bush W12 8LJ 020 3141 7900

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SHEPHERD’S BUSH | 020 7042 1900

Stylish

Shepherd’s Bush Annette Dunn

Shepherd’s Bush Sales Manager

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aving opened our doors in October of last year the team have made a significant impact on the local property market and our high levels of customer service, superb marketing and personal touch are proving popular with homeowners and landlords in Shepherd’s Bush and Hammersmith.

Shepherd’s Bush and Hammersmith have so much to offer being so close to Central London and with their own multi-cultural and historic environs. Whether enjoying a drink on the banks of the River Thames or enjoying a sell-out rock concert or comedy event at the Apollo in Hammersmith, walking amongst the vibrant stalls in the market or shopping at Westfield in Shepherd’s Bush, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

Orchards of London are rapidly becoming the independent agent of choice for the W12 and W6 postcodes. We strive to deliver the Orchards of London difference to all our clients. Our property professionals have experience across Central and West London; our knowledge and advice is invaluable to any homeowner considering selling or letting their home.

SHEPHERD’S BUSH OFFICE 3-5 Uxbridge Road, W12 8LJ enquiries@orchardsoflondon.com 020 7042 1900

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Ravenscourt Road Shepherd’s Bush, W6 5 BEDROOMS • 4 BATHROOMS • 1 RECEPTION

£2,150,000 n exquisite five bedroom family home perfectly located for a fantastic London lifestyle while being set within a leafy suburb. Boasting classic features throughout, on the ground floor this property comprises a beautiful formal reception room with high ceilings and tall windows that inject the room with sunlight. There is also a superb guest room with period features and a modern guest bathroom. The lower ground floor is home to an open plan kitchen and family room, equipped with high quality Miele appliances, 42’’ plasma screen TV and stunning bi-folding doors that floods the space with natural light. On the first floor you will find two elegant double bedrooms both with excellent storage, a spacious single room and a stylish family bathroom. The second floor holds an elegant double bedroom with its own luxury en-suite bathroom.

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Rylett Crescent Shepherd’s Bush, W12 4 BEDROOMS • 2 BATHROOMS • 4 RECEPTIONS

£1,499,950 estled beautifully on the leafy borders of Shepherd’s Bush and Chiswick is this stunning period townhouse. Presented in wonderful condition throughout, this home boasts classic features and high ceilings. A vast double reception room with tall bay windows floods the room with an abundance of natural light, and a charming kitchen with fully fitted appliances leads out into a gorgeous terraced garden. The first floor is home to a stunning master bedroom, a second bright double bedroom, and smart family bathroom. The further third double bedroom has beautiful views over the garden. Rylett Crescent is a superb location having Stamford Brook Station (District/ Piccadilly) within easy reach and walking distance to Chiswick High Road and Hammersmith.

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Elsham Road Holland Park, W14 6 BEDROOMS • 5 BATHROOMS • 2 RECEPTIONS

£4,950,000 n exquisite six bedroom family home, beautifully designed for modern family living, the property features a vast family room cleverly equipped with incredible storage, Italian work surfaces, separate utility room, ideal for a busy lifestyle. The first floor is home to an enchanting reception room flooded with south/westerly natural light from the bright floor to ceiling windows and open gallery that overlooks the gorgeous terraced garden below. The master suite has two luxurious bathrooms and a dressing room and on the third floor you will find three charming double bedrooms and a generous family bathroom.

Two further double bedrooms are found on the top floor one being fitted with a smart kitchenette is ideal for an au pair. Elsham Road is just a short walk away from Shepherd’s Bush, and Kennsington Olympia stations and the superb bus links along Holland Road.

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Stylish Shepherd’s Bush Joanna Hughes

Shepherd’s Bush Lettings Manager

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hepherd’s Bush has much to offer those considering moving or relocating to London, due to its trendy bars and restaurants, diverse community and Westfields Shopping Centre just around the corner. Once you have experienced what Shepherd’s Bush has to offer, your property search will not be quite the same, as you will be spoilt by all it has to give.

The gateway to Central London, and bordering some of London’s most salubrious and sought after areas, Shepherd’s Bush is the ultimate ‘shabby chic’ of West London – but increasingly less and less ‘shabby’ and far more ‘chic’ than some would ever have predicted. Property developers, investors and entrepreneurs have been quick to realise the potential of the area with its rows of periodstyle buildings and tree lined streets.

There is no doubt that it will continue to grow in popularity.

Galloway Road Shepherd’s Bush, W12 3 BEDROOMS • 2 BATHROOMS • 1 RECEPTION

£625 per week ocated in a superb Shepherd’s Bush location is this fantastic three double bedroom home to let. The property has a selection of wonderful features such as a bright airy reception room and classic period style windows, a modern open plan fitted kitchen, and a delightful private garden. On the first floor are two double bedrooms both with ample storage space, a study room and a stylish family bathroom. The second floor holds a stunning master bedroom that is equipped with its own smart en-suite bathroom.

Galloway Road is the ideal location for ‘London Living’ as it benefits from fantastic transport links from Shepherd’s Bush Market Station, and shopping at Westfields while being set in quiet suburb.

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Godolphin Road Shepherd’s Bush, W12 2 BEDROOMS • 2 BATHROOMS • 1 RECEPTION

£550 per week rchards of London are proud to offer to the market a fantastic newly refurbished two bedroom property on Godolphin Road, right in the heart of bustling Shepherd’s Bush. This stunning property comprises of, two stylish double bedrooms, the master bedroom is equipped with fitted wardrobes and its own private en-suite bathroom. You will also find a smart family bathroom. The reception room has fabulous space and is ideal for entertaining guests, while the trendy kitchen is fully fitted with high quality appliances. The property also features an exclusive private garden. Godolphin Road is situated just off the Uxbridge Road, perfect for commuters. Several bus links are near by and Shepherd’s Bush (Central line/ Overground) Station is just a short distance away.

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Distillery Wharf, Fulham Reach Hammersmith, W6 3 BEDROOMS • 3 BATHROOMS • 1 RECEPTION

£1,200 per week he River Thames flows right through London, so why not be a little closer to it?

This exquisite apartment is located within a newly built riverside development and is within a secured building with concierge. Offering magnificent views of the Thames and a spacious, open plan kitchen/living area with Miele integrated appliances, this fabulous apartment has maximum visual impact. The phenomenal property has two double bedrooms with luxurious en-suite bathrooms, a further double bedroom, and a family bathroom. You will also be spoilt by high-end finishing touches such as airconditioning, built-in Sonos speaker system and plenty of storage space. Distillery Wharf is conveniently located just moments away from Hammersmith Station (Hammersmith & City, Circle, District, Piccadilly).

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experience. The design was something we were clear about from the start: it had to be something that would still be a hit several years down the line and something that Acton doesn’t have yet.

The Coffee House THE LOWDOWN ON ACTON’S NEWEST CAFÉ is due to open down the road from us and Waitrose is said to be taking over the old Oaks Shopping centre in due course. To us these are all great signs and we hope that the High Street will be the place to come to when in Acton.

Q What is the ethos of The Coffee House?

A The Coffee House has been created for busy Londoners who have places to go and people to see. We wanted The Coffee House to become the hub for everyone on-the-go or for those who are looking for a moment to enjoy a timeout in a busy day. Lets face it, we all need a moment to reflect.

Q Why Acton?

A Why not? Acton is morphing into something wonderful that everyone in future will enjoy. New Developments are springing up, an exclusive cinema

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Q What inspired the design?

A Those who have lived in Acton for more than the last decade will know what the shop looked like before and when we heard that our offer for the shop was accepted we knew that we wanted it to be a space that is light, welcoming and that everyone who entered the shop has an inspiring

Q Do you think others will follow?

A Without a shadow of a doubt, Acton is not “up and coming” anymore, it has arrived and in the next few years we will see it transform even further.

Q What coffee are you serving?

A As we are called The Coffee House, we took on a quest more than a year ago to sample the best that London roasteries had on offer and finally succumbed to Monmouth. Their coffee is out of this word and we can see why they keep on winning the prize for the best coffee in the UK every year. The coffee is something we thought West London would take well to, in Acton you have limited choice in coffees and we hope that we can show that we are the place to go for incredible coffee.

Q Who is the resident artist adorning the walls in the shop?

A We are very lucky to have Richard display his work at The Coffee House and we have had countless comments about his art. If anyone is keen to see his work, we would recommend them to come down and enjoy a slice of delicious blueberry crumble and a coffee whilst admiring Richard’s work.

Q What decadent offerings do you have?

A Devine Monmouth Coffee Blends from Colombia, Brasil, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Indonesia, Kenya to mention a few... Oh, and everything from danishes to freshly baked lemon poppy seed loaf cake!

THE COFFEE HOUSE 135 High Street, Acton, W3 020 7042 1909 thecoffeehouse.london

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inspection available. A basic valuation, a homebuyers report and a building survey. The differences between them being the amount of detail the inspection will go into. The more detailed the inspection and report, the more costly it is but this can be money well spent rather than potentially finding out issues and problems later.

5 Once your legal representative is satisfied with the contract, searches and answers to enquiries and you are in receipt of a satisfactory offer of mortgage then you can sign the contract and exchange contracts. At this stage you will need to normally pay a 10% deposit and a date is set for completion. Exchanging contracts means both yourself and the seller are legally committed to complete the sale of the property.

o you have decided to look to buy your first property.

What an exciting step you have just taken. The question now is: what the next steps should be in achieving your dream of home ownership.

If you require a mortgage, there are a number of steps to consider that will increase your chances of success.

THESE STEPS ARE AS FOLLOWS: 1 Get an agreement in principle from a lender. This will confirm that your credit history is satisfactory and will also outline how much you can borrow. It is vital to ensure that your credit history is good and there are a number of steps you can take to have a good credit rating. These include making sure you are on the electoral roll, keeping your credit commitments up to date, actually having a credit commitment, closing unused credit accounts and even, where possible, having a landline as well as a mobile.

2 Once you have obtained an agreement in principle you can then find a property and make an offer.

Inform the sellers and the estate agent that you have an agreement in principle as this will increase your chances of an offer being accepted. Discuss the circumstances surrounding the sale with the estate agent to help negotiate an offer that will be acceptable to both the seller and yourself.

3 Once your offer is accepted, you will need to appoint a legal representative to handle the legal work (this is called conveyancing). The legal representative will check for any

THE TEAM AT PAUL ALEXANDER KNOW WHAT THEY ARE DOING AND ARE INCREDIBLE TO DEAL WITH Mr C McPhillips

planning or local issues that may affect the property as well as acting for your lender in agreeing the mortgage deed.

In choosing a legal representative, it is advisable to choose one that works on a fixed fee and no move, no fee basis.

4 In order to obtain a mortgage you will need to complete a mortgage application and pay a valuation fee as the lender will wish to ascertain that it is worth the price agreed. There are basically three different types of

DAVID DIGGINS Managing Director

SHOAIB ARSHAD

Business Development Director

Completion is when the property is yours and you will obtain the keys.

On completion you will need to pay the outstanding purchase monies that you owe. Your legal representative will arrange for the funds from your lender to be available and you will need to provide any balance in the deposit monies. At this point you will also need to pay costs such as stamp duty and fees to your legal representative.

Congratulations! You now own your first home! There are a number of steps involved in making a purchase. We aim to make each step as smooth as possible.

PAUL ALEXANDER MORTGAGE CONSULTANTS 020 8997 3915 paulalexander.org.uk

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Daniel Libeskind This Polish-American architect has taken the world by storm with his innovative and modern designs that have come to shape cities and played a key role in redefining the Manhattan skyline

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nown throughout the world for his trademark jagged and fractured style, Daniel Libeskind cites many influences in his work; music, philosophy, literature, and poetry all play their part in the creation of his bold and instantly recognisable architecture and urban design as well as a deep sensitivity to the cultural memory of his buildings.

Since beginning his career in the late 1980s, Libeskind has been the recipient of several awards including Gold medal for Architecture at the National Arts Club, RIBA International Award for the Imperial War Museum North and been appointed an honorary member of the Royal Academy of Arts in London, England. With projects both completed and in progress throughout Europe and the United States, if you haven’t already heard of Studio Libeskind, you soon will.

Born in Lód’z, Poland, in 1946, Libeskind immigrated to America in his teens and settled with his family in the Bronx. His initial dream was not to be an architect, instead he had a deep passion for music and was awarded the American-Israel Cultural Foundation Scholarship and performed as a musical virtuoso. Soon after however, he was bitten by the design bug and left music to study architecture. He received his professional degree in architecture from the Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art in 1970 and a postgraduate degree in the history and theory of architecture from the School of Comparative Studies at Essex University in England in 1972. However, Libeskind did not come to prominence until 1989

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Sapphire in Chausseestrasse, Berlin, set to be completed in late 2015

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Contemporary Jewish Museum in San Francisco, California

AFTER THIS TRIUMPH, SEVERAL PRESTIGIOUS MUSEUM COMMISSIONS FOLLOWED WHICH TOOK HIM ALL OVER THE WORLD when he won the sought after and highly competitive international competition to build the Jewish Museum in Berlin.

He moved his young family to Germany and devoted more than a decade to the completion of this seminal design.

After this triumph, several prestigious museum commissions followed which took him all over the world, from the Felix Nussbaum Haus in Osnabrück to the Imperial War Museum North in Manchester. This was followed by projects in Denver, San Francisco, Ontario, Denmark and Dresden. Studio Libeskind (as his architecture company is now called) had become an international institution, a fact that was cemented by the winning of another historic competition in 2003: to create a master plan for the rebuilding of the World Trade Center in Lower Manhattan. This

colossal honour included a towering spire of 1,776 feet, in addition to which the Libeskind design study proposed a complex program encompassing a memorial, underground museum, the integration of the slurry wall, special transit hub and four office towers.

Although his design was ultimately abandoned, he had laid the groundwork (so to speak) and the resulting tower and museum closely resemble the architect’s orginal vision.

With this project came another move, this time to New York and soon Studio Libeskind was involved in designing and realising a large number of commercial centres. These included Westside in Bern, the Crystals at City Center in Las Vegas, and Ko-Bogen in Düsseldorf, as well as residential towers in Busan, Singapore, Warsaw, Toronto, Manila and Sao Paulo. Not satisfied with this, in 2012 Libeskind

Reflections at Keppel Bay in Singapore

decided to expand his European presence with the opening of a studio in Italy – Milan to precise. This expansion marked the beginning of of a new chapter for Studio Libeskind, whose Milan studio now has a department for industrial, product and interior design in addition to their architectural offering.

In his role as Principal Design Architect for Studio Libeskind, Daniel is also in high demand as a speaker on the art of architecture at universities and professional summits and his architecture and ideas have been the subject of many articles and exhibitions, influencing the field of architecture and the development of cities and culture.

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ORCHARDS OF LONDON FROM THE FIRST OFFICE OPENING TO THE FLAGSHIP UNVEILING, IT’S BEEN A SUPERB SIX YEARS

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he Orchards of London ethos is based on the pursuit of friendly professionalism and outstanding attention to detail. We are recognised for consistently delivering results in selling and letting properties in Acton, Chiswick, Ealing, Shepherd’s Bush and the surrounding areas.

Founded in 2009, we have quickly risen to the challenge of providing a superb, one of a kind, personal service and becoming the “agent of choice”. We have earned a reputation for being the West London estate

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agents who truly care, not only about the individual needs of our clients, but also for the communities in which we work and live.

Having started in Ealing, we opened our second office in Chiswick in 2011, a third office in Acton came in 2013, and our flagship Shepherd’s Bush office and headquarters opened in 2014. Plans for a fifth office are progressing.

Orchards of London are also proud to have won a number of leading industry awards for sales and lettings including awards for our training and development, marketing, customer

service and corporate social responsibility. Our distinctive brand can be seen everywhere from our boards to our fleet of eco-friendly Fiat 500’s, and our core values of looking after people and community are reinforced by everything we do.

The continuing success of the business is due to the Board of Directors’ determination to play an active part alongside our team of property professionals. While remaining very involved in day to day activities, they dedicate time to strategy and progressing plans for the future.

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MESSAGE FROM THE BOARD

Orchards of London is very much a team and every one of our staff play a vital role in delivering “The Orchards of London Difference” for our clients. All great teams have great leaders and our Board of Directors are no exception.

PAUL CONNOLLY Managing Director & Executive Director

aul has had a meteoric rise in the property world. He founded Orchards of London in June 2009 with Joseph Murphy and has grown the business to be one of the leading estate agency groups in West London. In this short time, the company has grown to four offices and a team of over 50 staff. This success has also been recognised by having won several prestigious industry awards.

Paul is also the Chairman of Paul Alexander Mortgage Consultants, which he founded in 2007. His ethos is simple: to make his clients’ search for a mortgage and other financial services as simple and straight forward as it can be. This business is rapidly expanding and currently consists of a team of ten.

Paul is also the Executive Director of Centurion London, which specialises in high end property development focusing in particular on new builds and heritage buildings.

When away from his desk, Paul is something of a fitness fanatic, actively seeks physical challenges, and is a keen cyclist. Furthermore, he likes to combine these pursuits with raising money for good causes and helping the local community whenever he can. He also enjoys spending valuable time with his family of four children and his wife.

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JOSEPH MURPHY

DAVID DIGGINS

Business Development & Lettings Director

Finance Director & Executive Director

Executive Director

oseph, along with Paul Connolly, is a founding J Director of Orchards of London and is responsible for business development. With more than 15 years of industry experience covering sales, lettings and new homes, he has a powerful understanding of the property market in West London and nationally. He prides himself on being a reliable source of advice and can implement marketing strategies that will help clients achieve their optimum value. Joseph is also very passionate about the training and development of the team within Orchards of London and works hard on ensuring that all of the teams are trained to an excellent standard.

avid’s background encompasses a thirty year career in executive and managerial positions in banking with major global banks involving corporate lending assignments in both the UK and USA. He subsequently moved into the financial services sector and ran his own mortgage brokerage before joining forces with Paul Connolly in 2005.

As well as his position within Orchards of London, David is the Managing Director of our financial services affiliate, Paul Alexander Mortgage Consultants. David oversees the accounting, financial performance, corporate governance and human resources of both companies.

David holds ACIB, CeFA and CeMAP qualifications.

LIAM DOHERTY

RUDOLPH DIESEL

Sales Director & Executive Director

Marketing Director & Executive Director

iam has been with Orchards of London since the start in 2009 and has long standing experience in all disciplines of estate agency including sales, lettings, new homes and developments. In addition to this he utilises knowledge in team management, technology and compliance to ensure all of our clients’ needs are met. Liam is also part of the group who helped set up CRM systems and the recruitment process.

Away from the office Liam is a participant in charity events having most recently competed in the Park Club White Collar boxing event in front of over 110 people which helped to raise £10,000 for charity. He says that whilst he may not be a domestic god, he enjoys cooking for his wife and daughter.

udolph was born in South Africa and moved to the UK in 2003 to pursue a career in marketing. During his career as a Senior Manager, Rudolph completed a BA degree majoring in Marketing.

Rudolph also completed a qualification in Public Relations and subsequently felt it was time to start a career in marketing, which swiftly took off.

Property, Architecture and Interior Design play fundamental roles and these passions allow Rudolph and the team to constantly work on creative ideas.

Rudolph also looks after talent development within Orchards of London. He passionately believes to have well-rounded professionals you need to invest in training.

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At the hea rt of the

COMMUNITY FROM CHARITY WORK TO CHUTNEY COMPETITIONS AND EVERYTHING INBETWEEN

Supporting MAYA’S JOURNEY LATEST CHARITABLE ACTIVITY FROM ORCHARDS OF LONDON

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umbling news is some of the best kind, so Orchards of London is delighted to report on a wonderful event that we had the pleasure of sponsoring. The St Vincent's Primary School Race Night raffle was organised to raise funds for The Neuroblastoma Children's Cancer Alliance UK. The charity has a direct link with a very special little girl - Maya Zubel - who is a pupil at St Vincent's

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Primary School in Acton. Maya was sadly diagnosed with neuroblastoma in 2013 - a highly aggressive childhood cancer that, when diagnosed, had spread throughout her body, making treatment especially difficult. Maya's teachers and class friends have been behind her every step of her journey to beat the cancer and are actively raising money for the charity.

After hearing of Maya's story, Orchards of London were compelled to get involved and

we didn't hesitate in sponsoring the race night, which was held on Friday 20th March at the AGV Social Club in Acton. Our very own Michael Ogden Ealing Sales Manager - was the master of ceremonies for the event. He did a marvellous job of getting everyone to dig deep and maintained a wonderful atmosphere.

We're pleased to report the event was a great success, with the raffle raising £417 towards the NCCA UK and Orchards of London providing the star prize. £1,050 was also raised for School PTA fundraising - a record amount for the event! Winners on the night included Levi Eatherley in Year One - the winning jockey of the Orchards of London Gold Cup; and James Westbury from Reception, the owner of the horse that won the Orchards of London Gold Cup. If you would like to know more about Maya's story and make a donation to this worthy charity, visit The Neuroblastoma Children's Cancer Alliance UK's Just Giving page, which they have set up on behalf of Maya.

The money raised will be used to help Maya and other children in her position pay for potential treatment that is only available outside of the UK, helping to cover travel and accommodation costs.

For more information about future events, contact Marketing: Head Office, 3-5 Uxbridge Road, Shepherd's Bush, W12 8LJ

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AG E N DA Keep an eye out for upcoming events we support annually  The Bedford Park Festival - 13th and 14th June  Southfield Primary School Summer Fete - 20th June  Little Ealing Primary School Summer Fete - 20th June  St Vincent’s Primary School Summer Fete - 4th July  Race For Life - Hyde Park - 19th July -

SHOW ME YOUR CHUTNEY very year Orchards of London supports The Bedford Park Festival but this year we will be involved in the Jam and Chutney making competition which should be a fun activity for all involved. We invite all to come and witness the best coming together making the most amazing Jam and Chutney. Who will the judges vote for?

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THE EIGHT FIGHTS WERE CONTESTED BY BRAVE AMATEURS FROM THE BUSINESS WORLD the second year running - with each of the bill's eight fights contested by brave amateurs from the business world.

Everyone involved - those donning gloves, in the audience, trainers, coaches and those sponsoring the event - came together to raise money for a charity that is close to our hearts.

This wonderful cause is spearheaded by one of our very own landlords, Russell Dawkins himself. Russell suffered a catastrophic spinal injury

Fight for RUSSELL DAWKINS SECOND ANNUAL FIGHT NIGHT AT THE PARK CLUB SPONSORED BY ORCHARDS OF LONDON IN AID OF SPINAL INJURY CHARITY 'BACK ON TRACK'

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t was nothing short of blood, sweat and tears for Liam 'the Hammer' Doherty - one of our fabulous Sales Directors here at Orchards of London - as he took part in The Park Club's White Collar Boxing Event on Saturday 14th March.

The event's aim was to raise money for the Russell Dawkins 'Back on Track' fund, which helps provide equipment for those affected by spinal injuries.

The event featured 16 contestants with no previous boxing experience, as well as special appearances from professional boxer 'Johnny' Nelson, TV pundit Adrian Chiles and Sky Sport's leading boxing presenter, Adam Smith.

Just with any professional boxing

event, the 'Back on Track' bill was accompanied by the usual ringside pomp and ceremony - a rousing compere, dry ice, thumping music and an enthusiastic crowd. Although Liam matched his rival Dave 'Dynamite' Fellowes in terms of strength, agility and plain clout, he narrowly lost the contest on points. Speaking about the event, a bruised, battered but brave Liam said, "It’s been a personal ambition of mine to get into boxing and after the success of the event last year; it became a driving force to push myself physically while doing something for a good cause."

Orchards of London were thrilled to be the main sponsors of the event for

while on a charity bike ride in France.

Rather than dwell on his misfortune and confinement to a wheelchair, Russell has set about raising money for others whose lives have been changed by a spinal injury. The annual boxing event is just one of the ways vital funds are generated.

Russell continues to be an enormous inspiration to everyone at Orchards of London and we continue to support his 'Back on Track' charity.

For more information on the ‘Back on Track’ charity and other fundraising events featuring Orchards of London staff, please contact us on 020 8997 0076.

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Rising Sta r

TWO WAYS HOME Anglo/Austrian five piece band, Two Ways Home, bring the spirit of Nashville to the UK with heartfelt lyrics and exquisite harmonies, in debut EP ‘Wood for the Trees’

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n 30 March 2015, Anglo/Austrian group, Two Ways Home, released their debut four-track EP ‘Wood For Trees’ showcasing their country infused folk rock for the first time following a life changing pilgrimage to Nashville in 2013. Founded by vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Lewis Fowler from the tiny Cotswold village of Draycott, Oxfordshire and vocalist and autoharp / ukulele specialist Isabella Mariee, born in Vienna, Two Ways Home are a five piece band with a united vision: to bring essence of Nashville back to the UK. Growing up on a diet of Simon and Garfunkel, Prince, Led Zeppelin, Ray Charles and Stevie Wonder, the music future of Two Ways Home was never a sure thing. However, as soon as Lewis and Isabella’s vocals came together, destiny took a hand.

A desire to hone their skills as songwriters and learn from the best led them to a career defining pilgrimage to Nashville in 2013.

They experienced the true spirit and support of Nashville; the advice and kindness of strangers meant so much. Two Ways Home lived the Nashville circuit alongside respected songwriter Lorna Flowers, Stacia Watkins and Jason Sellers.

They returned to the UK determined that audiences should not only hear the music but feel it too. ‘We want to make people feel something, be it happiness, anger, love, sadness. It is important for us to connect with our audience in an emotional way through our songs.’

For flavours of real Nashville, listen and feel ‘Wood for Trees’, inspired by Isabella’s grandfather and her plaintive call for us to be in touch with loved ones before it’s too late.

For a taster, listen to Time Lasts forever as featured on record of the day recordoftheday.com. Both the EP and single are available on iTunes, Amazon and Google Play or to stream on Spotify or Soundcloud. For those who prefer a ‘hard copy’ version these can be ordered through the website or purchased at their live events. twowayshome.com

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Discove r if y o u have what it takes to be a

Property Professional Michael Ogden’s INSPIRING JOURNEY FROM NEGOTIATOR TO MANAGER

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ichael Ogden (26) is a Sales Manager at Orchards of London, Ealing. Michael was born, raised and educated in Ealing, which has provided him with an outstanding knowledge of West London. Michael joined Orchards of London as a Sales Consultant in 2011 and was quickly promoted to an Assistant Manager in Acton. After many years working in the company he was promoted to Ealing’s Sales Manager.

6:30am: “My day typically starts with a morning workout at The Park Club or in the summer months a cycle along the Thames tow path.

Once I’m dressed to impress I make my way to work in my Fiat 500.

The first stop is grabbing a hearty breakfast, normally at The Coffee House, Acton’s newest café.

8:30am: The office doors are open and I start preparing for the day ahead.

9am: The day starts with the Sales Team Meeting, during which we discuss viewings the team conducted the previous day and each negotiators goals for the day ahead. We then discuss any offers made on properties by prospective purchasers and work on a plan to agree these sales. After the meeting, the team get on the phones, we begin our call out where the team contact buyers about new sales instructions and provide detailed feedback to our vendors.

11am: I leave the office to attend a

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TODAY I MEET THE OWNERS OF A LARGE SEMI-DETACHED HOUSE IN EALING WHO ARE LOOKING TO MAKE THE MOVE OUT OF THE CITY

valuation of a property I have been trying to secure for a few weeks; valuations are a key opportunity to meet with local sellers and present our business to them. Today I meet the owners of a large semi-detached house in Ealing who are looking to make the move out of the City.

Whilst they are not ready to come to the market, I offer an accurate valuation and offer advice about buying in a chain and the sales process.

2pm: I return to the office and get to work with the team; an offer has come in on a detached house in Ealing Broadway. I then liaise with the buyer and seller to agree a price and agreeable terms for the sale. At all steps of the negotiations the Sales Consultant who has obtained the

offer shadows me so they can develop into a senior member of staff. Friday is a busy day as most buyers and sellers exchange contracts on their sales.

4:45pm: I am chasing a solicitor to exchange contracts on a charming two bedroom garden appartment.

Our sellers are at the start of a five link chain ending with the purchase of a six bedroom farmhouse in Yorkshire.

4:55pm: The solicitors confirm that exchange has taken place and I make a call to our delighted sellers to tell them the good news. The sale completes in seven days time and with any luck the sellers will treat the team to a bottle of champagne for getting the sale through so efficiently. Before the weekend I coordinate a busy Saturday with the team and make sure everything is ready. Saturday is our busiest day and the team often have back-to-back viewings all day. After this I send the team home and thank them for a great week.

7:30pm: I attend the St Vincent’s Primary School’s Charity Race Night where I have volunteered to compère the evening helping to raise funds for Maya Zubel and the NCCA UK. My evening concludes at South Ealing’s award-winning pizzeria Santa Maria before heading home for a good night’s sleep”.

If you are interested in a role in property with one of the most reputable agencies in London, contact us at 020 3141 7999 recruitment@orchardsoflondon.com

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