Couture by Orchards of London Summer 2014

C O U T U R EBY ORCHARDS OF LONDON

P R O P E R T Y T A I L O R E D T O Y O U

o r c h a r d s o f l o n d o n . c o m S U M M E R 2 0 1 4

BRIGHT LIGHTS

Inventive ideas to illuminate your home

DIFFERENT STROKESWearable art takes summer by storm



CREAM OF THE CROPThe best properties

Acton, Ealing and Chiswick have to off er





BRIGHT LIGHTS


BRIGHT LIGHTS


FIVE YEARS IN ACTIONOrchards of London celebrate their fi fth birthday in style



Orchards_Cover_Summer2014_v3.indd 1 10/06/2014 16:56

Birch GroveIs situated in a distinctive prime location, on a quiet tree lined

street in the highly sought after Creffield Road conservation area. This traditional neighbourhood is highly regarded as a prime

location within the borough of Ealing. Ealing Common is blessed with varied local amenities and transport links. Each new home

is a short walk from Ealing Common and West Acton stations. In addition to this there is a great range of shops, cafés, bars and

restaurants with the wide open spaces of Ealing Common nearby.

Offers in excess of £2,000,000(ONLY 1 PROPERTY REMAINING)

New HomeLUXURY

All enquiries to 020 8992 4242 or [email protected]

Orchards of London, as sole agents, are delighted to offer these two architect designed homes, finished to a truly exceptional standard, in the Creffied Road Conservation area, London Borough of Ealing

Project co-ordinated by Finnegan Associates

ORCHARDS SUMMER 2014_v2.indd 2 10/06/2014 16:59

3Summer 2014

welcomeS U M M E R 2 0 1 4

On Cover: Coombe Road, ChiswickPhotography by Sarah Metcalf

14Editor’s LetterVini Vidi Vici – I came, I saw,I conquered.

We all love to conquer something in our life, whether it is conquering a bad habit, reaching the higher echelons in our careers or fi nding the right home

and being able to put your stamp on it. In our summer issue, enjoy the voyage as we explore

how the many families our clients have taken on this year are now revelling in what they have conquered.

No summer is complete without some exciting events and we certainly have some treats lined up for our readers in this issue. Our community page is simply bursting at the seams with functions that you and your family can enjoy throughout the summer.

We would also like to invite all West London’s baking afi cionados to have a go at making the fabulous recipes on page 25 and to send us a photo of the results via Twitter or to marketing@orchardsofl ondon.com

We wish you a summer fi lled with laughter and memories to cherish for life.

RUDOLPH DIESELEditor

Birch GroveIs situated in a distinctive prime location, on a quiet tree lined

street in the highly sought after Creffield Road conservation area. This traditional neighbourhood is highly regarded as a prime

location within the borough of Ealing. Ealing Common is blessed with varied local amenities and transport links. Each new home

is a short walk from Ealing Common and West Acton stations. In addition to this there is a great range of shops, cafés, bars and

restaurants with the wide open spaces of Ealing Common nearby.

Offers in excess of £2,000,000(ONLY 1 PROPERTY REMAINING)

New HomeLUXURY

All enquiries to 020 8992 4242 or [email protected]

Orchards of London, as sole agents, are delighted to offer these two architect designed homes, finished to a truly exceptional standard, in the Creffied Road Conservation area, London Borough of Ealing

Project co-ordinated by Finnegan Associates

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

06 LIGHTING

08 FASHION & BEAUTY

10 EALING SALES & LETTINGSTake a tour of the best Ealing has to off er

16 HOME & GARDEN

18 CHISWICK SALES & LETTINGSChiswick’s top properties

24 GARDEN PARTY Take the fi esta outdoors

25 FOOD & DRINK

26 ACTON SALES& LETTINGSThe pick of the bunch in Acton

32 A HELPING HAND

34 MENS GIFTS & GROOMING

38 COMMUNITY NEWS

44 ICONIC ARCHITECT Frank Gehry

48 INTERIORS Get the look

50 BUY TO LET Investing in bricks

and motar

08 15


4 orchardsoflondon.com

Our first edition was extremely well received by everyone and we have received some

excellent comments and feedback from clients, customers 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!

This year we will be supporting over 25 local projects and good causes. These range from school fetes through to the White Collar Boxing event that I recently participated in to support the Russ Dawkins “Back on Track” Trust which helps rehabilitate people with spinal injuries back into mainstream society through sport and fitness.

Eighteen non-boxers, such as myself, undertook weeks of intensive training to take to the ring at The Park Club in front of 1,200 people on an evening that raised in excess of £40,000 for the Trust. I must admit that it was one of

the hardest but also one of the most enjoyable things I have ever undertaken and, despite narrowly losing my bout, I was delighted that both myself and Orchards of London were able to contribute so positively to the event and an excellent cause.

2014 has started positively with a buoyant market in both sales and lettings and we shall celebrate our 5th anniversary this summer by opening our fourth office and flagship HQ in Shepherds Bush.

The building is currently undergoing a complete refurbishment and will not only house both sales and lettings, but also provide training facilities and offices for our growing support functions.

Our journey started from my front room in Acton when we started five years ago to operating

from four superb offices has been both challenging and exciting and testament to the hard work and professionalism that everyone in the Orchards of London team has put in during that time.

Winning the inaugural Sunday Times Estate Agent of the Year – Cecil Jackson-Cole - award for Corporate Social Responsibility in 2012 was a major highlight as was winning the Silver Award in the highly competitive category of Best London Small (1-5 offices) Letting Agent in the Sunday Times Lettings Awards in 2013.

We are always looking to set the highest standards of performance and service in everything we do and will hopefully be able to report many more examples of where this has been recognised in the years ahead.

2014 also sees our financial services partner firm, Paul Alexander, celebrate their tenth anniversary. Orchards of London work closely with the team at Paul Alexander to provide personal, tailored financial and mortgage advice to clients and customers.

Finally, our growth and success would not have been possible without the support of the local community. We firmly believe that we can achieve what 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 enjoy reading this issue of Couture.

DIRECTOR’S MARKET COMMENT

IN THE FRAME

Welcome to the second edition of our property and lifestyle magazine Couture.

Paul ConnollyManaging Director

WE SHALL CELEBRATE

OUR 5TH ANNIVERSARY THIS SUMMER

BY OPENING OUR FOURTH

OFFICE


5Summer 2014

Wasps supporthelping fundraise for the Wasps Amatures for the next two years.

Sponsoring the Southfields Primary School Fete on Turnham Green, Chiswick.

Paul in action at the White Collar Boxing event at the Park Club. Raising money and awarenes for a fantastic cause.

Shepherds Bush refurbishment due to

complete in August this year.

From Paris to London

Supporting Michael Jardine’s Boris Bike ride in aid of Help

for Heroes.

We won silver for training and development and silver for Small Lettings Agency at the Sunday Times Lettings of the Year Award 2013.

O U R S TO R Y


6 orchardsofl ondon.com

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.8.

9.

Light up your home with these quirky creations

1. Memory Balloon Glass Ceiling Light, £145.95; shoponyourdoorstep.com 2. This Way Arrow Light Bulb Sign, £145; alexanderandpearl.co.uk3. La Scala Crystal Glass Lampshade, £1,495; conranshop.co.uk 4. Various Lighting; grahamandgreen.co.uk 5. Jeeves Pendant Light, £175;

frenchbedroomcompany.co.uk 6. Droog Sticky Lamp, £30.95; dutchbydesign.com 7. Lee Broom Czech Crystal Bulb and Pendant, £189; johnlewis.com 8. Graphic Lamps, POA; delightfull.eu 9. Peter Bowles Drop One Pendant Lamp Group, £1,250; conranshop.co.uk

5.

8.

9.

Light up your home with these quirky creations

The LightFANTASTIC


7Summer 2014

L I G H T I N G

INTO THE LIGHT

Rudolph Diesel on what’s new in the world of lighting

Q: How important is lighting?A: Lighting is phenomenally important; having the wrong lighting installed can have a negative impact all-round. Too much lighting or too little lighting is not ideal, fi nding the balance is not simple either, especially if lighting is not your forte.

Having the right lighting completes a home, it gives it ‘The fi nal touch’ if you may and creates the atmosphere and ambiance that so many homes often lack.

Lighting is not only key inside properties but also where gardens or patios are concerned. Philips have invested heavily in new LED lighting which apparently can last up to 20 years.

Q: A lot of upmarket homes now being sold with Lutron automatic lighting systems, can good lighting make a difference?A: Lutron lighting is fantastic as you are able to control your property lighting from

anywhere in the property or remotely – ideal for when you are away yet want to create the feel that someone is home.

The drawback with Lutron lighting is that it comes at a premium and when things go wrong they go wrong.

The other wonderful benefi t of Lutron lighting is that you can illuminate certain parts of walls more so than others to create that perfect atmosphere.

Q: Can it make a home more saleable?A: Living in London you often have situations where architects have designed fabulous homes and utilise every bit of space but all too often natural light gets lost in the process and having clever lighting installed or skylights can add that charm back into the property.

Properties with good lighting also take better photographs which is what is needed when marketing a property. When selling dreams we want the spaces

to be enchanting and for each space to sell its own uniqueness. This is achieved by fantastic lighting.

Q: Can clever lighting make a small flat seem larger?A: Yes, often clever lighting solutions installed in the walls, behind cupboards, underneath staircases etc can elude that spaces are bigger than what they are. There is no doubt that visually lighting can enhance spaces – provided lighting is well thought out and does not consist of fl uorescent lighting.

Q: Any thoughts on the benefits of good lighting in a house or flat, and any example of an interior where the lighting is particularly good, gratefully received.A: The benefi ts of good lighting are endless, it enhances the occupiers overall lifestyle! Being deprived of light has a negative eff ect unless you are someone who prefers darker spaces.

Light and colour often go hand in hand but what we see all too often is that homes have clever lighting and instead of opting for a colour they choose tones such as white. Within the white rooms they decorate accordingly and let artwork come to life rather than having feature walls or textured wallpapers.

The key thing to remember with lighting is to keep it simple and not overdo it.

Light allows for creativity, it allows a sense of positivity.



Life really does imitate art, as wearable brush strokes and fi gurative prints appear on

the most exciting Summer collections

PAINTED LADY

Stella McCartney Surrealist Embellished

mini-skirt, £865; matchesfashion.com

Cédric Charlier Printed Cotton-blend Straight-leg Pants, £295; net-a-porter.com

PR

AD

A S

S14

Preen Flower Print Dress, £375; matchesfashion.com

Kenzo Leather and Neoprene Ankle Boots, £454; net-a-porter.com

Marmalade Necklace, £995; marmaldejewellery.com

ETRO Draped jacquard-knit wool cardigan £735;net-a-porter.com

Edie Parker Jean Toucan Box

Clutch, £1,050; matchesfashion.com


9Summer 2014

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

GO FORBRONZE

Kenzo Printed Stretch-scuba

Jersey Maxi Dress, £425;

net-a-porter.com

Jimmy Choo Cairo Clutch, £2,295;

net-a-porter.com

1.

1. SMASHBOX Baked Fusion Soft Lights Palette in Stardust, £25; smashbox.co.uk 2. NARS Illuminator in Copacabana, £22.50; narscosmetics.co.uk 3. Becca Ultimate Coverage Complexion Crème, £34; uk.spacenk.com 4. Benefit Sun Beam Golden Bronze Complexion Highlighter, £19.50; benefi tcosmetics.co.uk 5. Becca Powder Brush 101, £36;

uk.spacenk.com 6. NARS Contour Blush in Olympia, £30; narscosmetics.co.uk 7. MAC Pro Conceal and Correct Palette,

£35; maccosmetics.co.uk 8. MAC Pro Longwear Paint Pot in Groundwork, £15; maccosmetics.co.uk 9. Clinique Estee Lauder

Air Brush Concealer, £18; clinique.co.uk 10. bareMinerals Warmth All Over Face Cover, £19; bareminerals.co.uk

2.

3.

4.

1.

5.

6.

7.

8.

9.

10.

SMASHBOX Baked Fusion Soft Lights Palette in Stardust, SMASHBOX Baked Fusion Soft Lights Palette in Stardust, NARS Illuminator in Copacabana, NARS Illuminator in Copacabana,

Becca Ultimate Coverage

3.

1.

1.

10.

9.

Be bronzed and beautiful for the summer months these top

beauty buys

Jaeger Stripe Linen Dress £150;

jaeger.co.uk

Roksanda Ilincic Elvyn Colour Dress, £898; matchesfashion.com

Maramlade Ring, £1,395; marmalade

jewellery.co.uk

Max Mara Sasia Jacket £815; matchesfashion.com


10 or hardso ondon om

Ealing Office

7 Station Parade, Ealing Common

London W5 3LD

[email protected],

020 8992 4242

Creffield Road

The word “fabulous” can be thrown around flippantly but this property deserves such an adjective. This six double bedroom house is detached, Victorian in nature and provides an active family the space and living style many desire. Refurbished by the current owners with great taste and décor throughout whilst lovingly retaining its original features, this home sits within a stones’ throw of the green of Ealing Common and tube stations serviced by Piccadilly and central lines. It comprises of three reception rooms and a contemporary kitchen diner on the ground floor with five double bedrooms and utility room on the first floor and finally a master bedroom with adjoining en suite residing on the second floor. A home every family would strive for.

£2,595,000

E a l i n g | 0 2 0 8 9 9 2 4 2 4 2

Elegant Ealing

As an inhabitant of Ealing all my life, I have long been aware of the advantages and virtues of living in this green

London suburb. Once known only as a convenient lay over for merchants and travellers when commuting between London and the west of England, Ealing itself has become the go to place.

Ealing has a great deal to offer the prospective buyer, both homeowners and investors alike. The town still takes advantage of its natural location nestled between the A40 and A4 whilst only a short trip on rail or road to the busiest airport in Europe. The real lure are the various micro economies that amalgamate to produce this bustling town. The boutique promenades of Pitshanger and Northfields brimming with independent businesses, large retail based high streets of Ealing Broadway and West Ealing, coupled with the strong schooling system both public and private and The University of West London leaves a buyer spoilt for choice. And we haven’t even mentioned the future Crossrail development. Great times lay ahead!

Writer Josh Billings said “Economy is a savings-bank, into which men drop pennies, and get dollars in return.” Purchasing bricks and mortar in W5 has never been so rewarding.

John Murphy Ealing Sales Manager


11Summer 2014



The Avenue

This house has all the right qualities a buyer is looking for to create home for years to come. With four reception rooms and six bedrooms, coupled with substantial off street parking and a 90 ft west facing garden, this property ticks many of the boxes a buyer calls for. Close to the proposed Crossrail station of West Ealing for easy access to the city and Cleveland and Pitshanger parks, this property is in an area that nurtures a healthy work life balance.

£1,850,000

E a l i n g | 0 2 0 8 9 9 2 4 2 4 2

ORCHARDS SUMMER 2014_v2_updated.indd 12 25/06/2014 11:10

13Summer 2014

Freeland Road

A truly exquisite eight double bedroom detached house boasting nine bathrooms and a large private driveway, ideally situated in a desirable area of Ealing. This unique property comprises two generous reception rooms with bay windows and feature fireplace, a third reception rooms with french doors leading out to a pleasant private garden with patio seating area, a large modern kitchen with utility cupboard and access to the garden. On the first and second floors there are eight stunning double bedrooms with fabulous en-suite shower rooms, fantastic storage space and a luxury family bathroom with jacuzzi bath. This property is located on a quiet residential street in Ealing close to the shops, bars and restaurants along the Uxbridge Road with great access to Ealing Broadway and excellent transport links with Ealing Common underground station (District lines) within walking distance. Viewings are highly recommended of this wonderful property.

£2,250,000


14 orchar so on on com

Elegant Ealing

With 1900 acres of green space in the Borough, it’s easy to see why Ealing is such a hot spot for outdoor activities. From dog

walking to summer festivals, there is a little something for everyone to enjoy no matter your age or your interests. My favourite park has to be Walpole Park, situated on the cusp of Ealing Broadway, behind Pitzhanger Manor House. The park is in the heart of the borough and plays host to a number of annual summer festivals such as the Comedy Festival, Beer Festival, and perhaps most notably, the Jazz Festival, which draws in crowds from all over London. This year, the Ealing Jazz festival is celebrating its 30th anniversary and promises to be the best to date.

However that’s not to say that all the other local parks, which are within moment’s reach of each other, do not have their own fantastic offerings come the summer season: Lammas Park is home to a large number of tennis courts for those who like to keep active or just fancy a quick game. There is also Pitshanger Park which plays host to ‘Party in the Park’, Ealing Common funfair, Zippos circus, and Haven Green for those who enjoy a picnic and a spot of sunbathing during their lunch break.

This heavenly suburbia is by far Ealing’s main attraction when recommending tenants their perfect property.

Ealing Office

7 Station Parade, Ealing Common

London W5 3LD

[email protected],

020 8992 4242

E a l i n g | 0 2 0 8 9 9 2 4 2 4 2

Danielle DavernEaling Lettings Manager

Beaufort Road

If it is space you desire in your new family home, you need to look no further than this substantial six double bedroom, detached corner property which is arranged over three floors. To the rear there is a pleasant, south facing garden which is well maintained, private garage and forecourt parking for two cars to the front. The property has two bright and spacious reception rooms, open plan kitchen/diner, downstairs study, utility room with sauna and guest cloakroom. The first floor boasts a large master suite with dressing room and en suite bathroom, three double bedrooms and two bathrooms, with another two double bedrooms and a bathroom on the top floor. Situated in the desirable Hanger Hill East (Haymills) Estate, with access to North Ealing (Piccadilly line) & Hanger Lane (Central line) stations, Ealing Broadway (Central, District, First Great Western Link & Heathrow Connect lines) station.

£923 per week


15Summer 2014

Ravensbourne Gardens

This is a unique four bedroom split level apartment boasting a private entrance which has the period charm and space of a house rather than a flat. The property comprises a fabulous living room on the first floor, with ample living and dining space and solid wooden flooring throughout. The modern fully fitted kitchen has fantastic appliances, and neutral decor. There is a large double bedroom on the first floor and beautiful bathroom. On the second floor, there are three bedrooms, one master bedroom with excellent storage and a smart bathroom with floor to ceiling marble. Ravensbourne Gardens is situated in a quiet sought after residential area which is moments from West Ealing (National Rail) station and the open spaces of the ever popular Scotch Common. The property is also within easy reach of Pitshanger Lane whilst Ealing Broadway (Central & District lines) is a short drive away. Early viewings are strongly recommended for this superb flat.

£652 per week

Blakesley Avenue

This is a truly exquisite seven bedroom family home and is one of the most luxurious properties in Ealing. Not only does this property boast superb accommodation and generous living/entertaining space, but it also has a breathtaking 180ft rear garden and gated off-street parking. As you enter the grand entrance hall you will be flourished with beautiful period features including high ceilings and stunning original fireplaces that comprise three large reception rooms, kitchen diner with Aga oven, excellent natural light and access to a well maintained rear garden. There is also a garage, utility room and guest cloakroom on the ground floor. An incredible master bedroom with fabulous en -suite bathroom, a further five bedrooms and three bathrooms occupy the top floors. The property is in excellent condition and located close to many local amenities in Haven Green and Ealing Broadway.

£2,308 per week



GOING GLAMPINGOKA’s stunning Glamorous Glamping Collection is perfect for those who like to experience the great outdoors from a comfortable distance.okadirect.com

Dining out doesn’t have to take you beyond the end of your garden

Magpie, Beasties Mixed Ceramics, £8.50; magpieline.com Garden Buzz

Dessert Plate, £10; anthropologie.eu

Folly bench by Magis £3,690; yliving.com

Eva Solo Lantern, £60; madeindesign.com

TAKE IT OUTSIDE


17Summer 2014

H O M E & G A R D E N

Antique Bronze Birdcage Lantern Chandelier, £395;

alexanderandpearl.co.uk

The Tattooed Lady altered antique plate, prices vary; beatupcreations.com

SILVER LININGAdd a touch of the ephemeral to your home with this limited edition print of Nimbus by Berndnaut Smilde. £1,100; saatchistore.com

Surreal interiors to add an eccentric twist to your decor

ELEGANT ODDITIES

Le Jardin Chair and Triplets Nesting Tables by Christopher Guy, prices on request; christopherguy.com



Chiswick Office

171 Chiswick High Road, Chiswick

London W4 2DR

[email protected]

020 8995 9797

Chic Chiswick

Duke Road

Located in the desirable Glebe Estate is this superb three bedroom family home which is in excellent condition throughout. There are several fantastic features in this property such as the wonderful double reception room with bay window, large open plan kitchen diner with modern features and French doors leading out to a delightful rear garden. There are two double bedrooms with built in wardrobes, and a spacious family bathroom on the first floor, meanwhile, the top floor boasts a third well proportioned double bedroom and en suite bathroom. Duke Road is a highly desirable road within easy reach of Chiswick High Road and its many boutiques, cafes and restaurants. Turnham Green Station is the nearest transport links (District and Piccadilly lines)

£1,250,000

C h i s w i C k | 0 2 0 8 9 9 5 9 7 9 7

Lewis PughChiswick Sales Manager

In order to get the best price for your home, choosing the right agent is very important. Getting your home valued correctly is just

the start. It is important to understand where the agent has gotten the price from and what they are basing it on. A good agent will talk you through comparable properties that have been on the market to help you get a better understanding of price. It’s important to go through this information with your agent so that you know for your own peace of mind that you aren’t pitching the price too high or too low. If you price too high, you run the risk of your property sitting on the market for a long period of time. Whilst we are in a very buoyant market, buyers in Chiswick will do their research before making that key decision on whether a property is good value or not.

What kind of marketing strategy will your agent use? What will an agent do to get your property out to the right audience? Where will your property be advertised? These are all important factors in achieving the right level of interest for your property.

Choosing an agent based on how little they charge is not necessarily the best route to take. Corners can be cut with marketing or time put into selling your home. An agent who charges half the normal rate will often list higher amounts of property and, ultimately, may not be putting enough time into trying to sell yours. We dedicate large periods of time into focusing on each individual property that we have on our books and ensure that we always get the very best possible price for our clients.


19Summer 2014



Devonshire Road

A fabulous one bedroom ground floor flat, newly renovated to a high standard, with beautiful neutral décor and stunning modern features, located on a premier road in Chiswick, just moments from the High Road. The property comprises a superb open plan kitchen and reception room with ample space for both living and dining, with an amazing exposed brick feature wall and excellent natural light, a wellproportioned double bedroom with generous storage cupboard, and a stylish, modern shower room with underfloor heating. The property further benefits from a delightful front courtyard. Devonshire Road has an amazing selection of boutiques, cafes and restaurants and is located only a minutes walk from the High Road.

£450,000

C h i s w i C k | 0 2 0 8 9 9 5 9 7 9 7


21Summer 2014

Fairlawn Avenue

Boasting generous living and entertaining space and spacious accommodation, this truly exquisite five bedroom family home is ideally located near Chiswick Park. The property benefits from an abundance of period features and high ceilings, and comprises a large double reception room, bright and airy kitchen and breakfast room with access to a pleasant south facing garden. There is a further double reception room on the first floor, master bedroom with ensuite bathroom, family bathroom and separate WC. Meanwhile a further three double bedrooms and shower room occupy the top floor. Fairlawn Avenue is within walking distance of Chiswick Park Station (District line) and a great selection of shops and cafes on Chiswick High Road.

£1,400,000


22 orchardso ondon co

Coombe Road

This is a truly stunning three double bedroom maisonette which has been decorated to the highest standard, boasting character and style throughout, benefiting from a fabulous private decked terrace and located in the desirable Glebe Estate of Chiswick. This unique property welcomes you with a fabulous open plan reception, kitchen/diner with large bay window and quirky furnishings, guest cloakroom and French doors leading out to a fantastic decked terrace. The first floor offers two double bedrooms both with luxurious en suite shower room. Meanwhile, the top floor presents a breath taking double bedroom with bathroom suite. Coombe Road is a moments walk to an excellent selection of boutiques, restaurants and bars along the Chiswick High Road, as well as Turnham Green tube station (Piccadilly & District line).

£725 per week

Chic Chiswick

C h i s w i C k | 0 2 0 8 9 9 5 9 7 9 7

W e are delighted to be welcoming in the summer months of 2014, when historically, the lettings market is buoyant and the

market is full of activity. So far this year, our Chiswick office has

successfully let the most exclusive properties in the market place and negotiated fantastic rental agreements for our landlords.

If you are interested in renting your property this summer, look no further than Orchards of London for a service second to none.

If you require a market appraisal of your property, we can provide you with current market knowledge, advise on improvements to the property to maximise your rental return and offer advice on the service best suited to you for the duration of the tenancy.

At Orchards of London, our aim is to administer the best possible service and place the best suited tenant to your property.

We achieve this through specialist tenant referencing, exquisite in-house training, tailored marketing and a strong brand which is recognised by the local Chiswick market and high net worth individuals across London.

If you are looking for an agent to secure you the perfect tenant and a rental agreement tailored to your needs, contact us today and we would be delighted to hear from you.

Chiswick Office

171 Chiswick High Road, Chiswick

London W4 2DR

[email protected]

020 8995 9797

Mark CarrollChiswick Lettings Manager


23Summer 2014

Heathfield Court

Set in this attractive mansion block with exclusive views, this property benefits from a prime location and homely interiors. With a spacious reception, a fully integrated kitchen with dining space, a modern tiled bathroom and two large double bedrooms – this property is truly a must see. Heathfield Terrace is ideally located for the many excellent shops, cafes, bars and restaurants along Chiswick High Road. Chiswick Park Underground Station (District Line) is within walking distance and the motorist will find easy access to the A4/M4 for routes both in and out of London.

£450 per week

Wavendon Avenue

This beautiful five bedroom family home is presented in excellent condition throughout and boasts spacious accommodation and a delightful private garden, situated in a desirable area of Central Chiswick. As you walk in, you are greeted with a light and airy hallway with a guest cloakroom and doors leading to a large double reception with beautiful period features. The kitchen is spacious with excellent natural light and bi folding doors lead out to a 32ft rear garden. On the first floor there is a sizable master bedroom, a further two well proportioned double bedrooms and a stylish family bathroom. Meanwhile, the second floor offers two double bedrooms and en suite shower room. Wavendon Avenue is a desirable address ideally located for the excellent selection of boutiques, bars and restaurants on Chiswick High Road.

£1,150 per week



Paul Costelloe Living Crystal Servers, £17;

dunnesstores.com

Fenella Smith Scottie Dog Jug, £34.95;

fenellasmith.com

Oxford Outdoor Scatter Cushion, £25; johnlewis.com

Ben de Lisi Bowl Set, £24; debenhams.com

Garden Trading Tap Water Glass Bottle, £4;

gardentrading.co.uk

GARDEN PARTY

Take advantage of the summer sun by taking the party outside!

Here is our pick of the bunch to make your garden party the

smash hit of the season.

Spode Rural Delamere Sugar Pot, £20;

johnlewis.com

Cath Kidston Safari Check Blanket, £35;

cathkidston.com

Kate Spade Illustrated Top Shelf Cake Stand, £90; johnlewis.com

Annabel James Silver Champagne Cooler with

Flutes£215; annabeljames.co.uk


25Summer 2014

Inspired by the Lady of the Cake, Cherry Shakewell, this cake (pictured above) is gorgeous,

crowned with glittering cherries. I have used vanilla buttercream and white chocolate cigarellos on the outside to conceal the deep dark chocolate and black cherries within.

INGREDIENTS: a 20-cm Chocolate Mud

Cake (see recipe below) • 150 g black

cherry preserve • 1 quantity Chocolate

Buttercream and 1 quantity Vanilla

Buttercream (see recipe below) • about

80 white chocolate cigarellos • 400 g

fresh cherries • hologram red edible glitter

EQUIPMENT: a large serrated knife

• a large palette knife • a side scraper

• red organza ribbon

SERVES UP TO 20

1. Begin by levelling off your 2 cakes.

Remove your cakes from their pans.

2. Spread the cut side of one cake with

black cherry preserve and the cut side

of the other cake with the Chocolate

Buttercream. Sandwich your cakes

Talented bar manager Vincenzo Sibilia has created an exquisite

cocktail in homage to the recent Chelsea Flower Show, aptly named ‘The Chelsea Flower’. A heady blend of home made lavender-infused Grey Goose vodka, peach liquor and jasmine essence, this drink is best served in a delicate martini glass and garnished with a fresh lavender flower.

INGREDIENTS: 40ml of Grey

Goose lavender-infused vodka

(homemade) • 10ml of peach

liquor • 5ml of jasmine essence

GARNISH: We make a molecular

raviolo with fresh lavender inside,

but at home, a lovely lavender

flower will work just as well.

METHOD: Cool the martini glass

Pour all the ingredients into a

Boston glass, stir and garnish

with a flower.

MISS CHERRY SHAKEWELL CAKE

together so that the preserve and

buttercream are in the centre.

3. Dollop a friendly helping of Vanilla

Buttercream onto the top of your cake

and, using a large palette knife, spread

the buttercream over the top and sides

of the cake. Use your scraper to scrape

the top edges of the cake in towards the

centre to achieve a clean top edge.

4. Line up your chocolate cigarellos

around the edge of your cake pressing

each cigarello lightly into the buttercream

to secure. When you have completely

covered the outside of your cake, carefully

tie a ribbon around the middle of the cake.

5. Rinse your cherries under cold water,

then pat dry with paper towels. Whilst

still on the towel, take a hearty pinch

of the red edible glitter and sprinkle

this onto your cherries. Once you

are content that they are sufficiently

glistening, arrange them atop your cake.

F O O D & D R I N K

THE CHELSEA FLOWER

NATURALLY SWEET

Be the hostess with the mostess by serving up this stunning cherry and

white chocolate cake and with a glass of the aptly named ‘Chelsea Flower’ to

really wow your guests!

Recipe reproduced from Burlesque Baking by Charlotte White, photography Clare Winfield, published by Ryland Peters & Small. Available for the special price of £7.99 including postage & packaging (rrp£9.99) by telephoning Macmillan Direct on 01256 302 699 and quoting the reference GLR 9MR. restorationcake.co.uk

Charlie owns and runs several venues in southwest London, including Battersea’s Bunga Bunga; inception-group.com


26 orchardso ondon.com

A c t o n | 0 2 0 8 9 9 7 0 0 7 6

Alluring ActonRonan McKennaActon Sales Manager

Chatsworth Road

Spectacular is one way to describe this five bedroom family home, boasting original period features and stylish, spacious interiors. The property comprises of a bright entrance hallway with original tiled floor. The front reception room has wonderful natural light which makes it a truly stunning place to relax and enjoy time with loved ones. The large open plan kitchen and dining room leads out on to a fantastic rear garden. The first floor’s master bedroom is impressive with its en suite shower room; there are a further three double bedrooms, one spacious single bedroom and a stylish family bathroom. As well as off street parking there is a cellar perfect for storage.

£1,499,950 Acton Office

82 High Street, Acton

London W3 6QX

[email protected]

020 8997 0076

The Acton market has continued to go from strength to strength over the first quarter of this year. We have seen many properties achieve

asking price or above and this is mainly due to the high number of qualified buyers registering and the lack of suitable stock coming to the market. Acton is particularly popular with young professionals and investors looking for an area with excellent transport links and good investment potential, while young families see the benefit in more space and good schools. With the old Acton baths leisure development nearing completion and the Crossrail completion coming closer, the appeal of owning a home or investing in Acton is becoming very desirable. We have also seen an increase in approved planning applications for new developments and extensions which will help to change the face of many of Acton’s commercial and residential streets. With interest rates remaining low and a shortage of housing supply, we expect to see a steady rise in the market over the coming year, which bodes well for homeowners looking to make the move. We have seen the large family home market take a huge jump in prices recently and Orchards of London are the leading agent in selling larger homes in the W3 postcode. Professionalism and marketing play a key role in selling higher valued homes and with our unique business model it allows us to take a more proactive approach when launching family homes to the market and continue to achieve record prices in the area.


27Summer 2014



A c t o n | 0 2 0 8 9 9 7 0 0 7 6

Hillcrest Road

If you are looking for a unique, modern home, Hillcrest Road is perfect. This newly built four bedroom detached family home is being offered to the market in immaculate condition. The property comprises a private gated front patio with driveway and garage, there is a spacious hallway with guest cloakroom, a fantastic reception room with feature fireplace and bay window, open to a tremendous kitchen diner with modern appliances, amazing natural light and doors leading out to a splendid rear garden. Acton Town station is within walking distance of the property (Piccadilly and District lines) and there are many local shops and restaurants nearby.

£1,499,900


29Summer 2014

Creswick Road

Immaculately stylish is the perfect way to describe this property. This five bedroom family home is located on a premier road in Acton. On the ground floor, the property comprises a remarkable kitchen with state of the art appliances and leads through to a formal dining room – perfect for a family of any size. The spacious lounge with folding glass doors opens out onto an 80’ rear garden which offers great space for any summer family gatherings. There is a fantastic range of three double bedrooms, with the master bedroom being blessed with features such as a balcony, separate dressing room and en suite bathroom. In addition to this, the property consists of a study, and four modern and luxurious bathrooms.

£1,900,000


30 orchardsoflondon com

A c t o n | 0 2 0 8 9 9 7 0 0 7 6

King Edwards Place

Space and style is what makes King Edwards place a fabulous newly built four bedroom detached property. It benefits from a beautiful patio garden which has fantastic entertaining space if you are hosting delightful summer barbecues. Simply add an outdoor patio heater and the garden will be transformed into the perfect hub for stargazing on clear summer nights. If a modern kitchen is something you’re looking for, look no further! With integrated appliances and fabulous lighting, the kitchen sets the scene for those who enjoying creating culinary masterpieces. The first floor consists of two well proportioned double bedrooms with built in wardrobes and a luxurious bathroom a further two double bedrooms are on the second floor. Just moments away from Uxbridge Road, King Edwards Place, is close to an excellent selection of shops, cafes and transport links.

£634 per week

Alluring Acton

Acton Office

82 High Street, Acton

London W3 6QX

[email protected]

020 8997 0076

Shortages in the housing supply and interest rates continuing to remain at the lower end of the spectrum indicate a steady rise in

the market over the coming year and as a result the buoyant sales market will continue, which will in turn have an adverse effect on the lettings market. With many of these buyers previously renting we are seeing a decline in the demand across the rental sector. As a result of this we are finding the rental prices more competitively priced as landlords are more focused on gaining an excellent quality tenant with minimum void period.

Having the right marketing could be key to attracting the right quality of tenant, Orchards of London have in-house professional photographers who compile a four page brochure complete with room descriptions, floor plans and photographs, which help to make your property more appealing when released to the market. We advertise on over 36 internet portals, glossy magazines and local papers which helps maximise the exposure of your property, which in turn enables us to find you that excellent tenant time and time again. Tenants are definitely becoming a little more discerning with fully managed properties being the most popular as tenants have confidence that any issues that arise will be dealt with promptly and professionally.

Overall, the private rental sector in Acton and West London is an established market of choice for many and I expect this demand to continue.

Hannah DaynesActon Lettings Manager


31Summer 2014

Maldon Road

This fabulous five double bedroom family home benefits from a hidden gem: a decked roof terrace! Finished to an excellent standard throughout, this property is located in the ever popular Poet’s Corner of Acton. The stunning kitchen and breakfast room is ideal for entertaining and leads out onto a pleasant rear garden. With fantastic wooden floor, the property is very spacious and bright. On the first and second floors are five well proportioned double bedrooms, one with en suite shower room, and a family bathroom. Maldon Road is ideally situated moments from the ever popular Churchfield Road and Acton Central station and Acton Mainline Stations.

£807 per week

Goldsmith Avenue

A truly stunning six bedroom family home, beautifully presented with stylish interiors and wonderful period features. The property consists of a fabulous double reception room with superb period fireplaces, guest cloakroom and a modern kitchen diner with folding doors leading out to a delightful rear garden. Goldsmith Avenue is in the heart of Poet’s Corner and located just a short walk from Churchfield Road which offers an excellent selection of shops, cafes and restaurants, as well as Acton Central Station (Overground Line).

£1,038 per week



P R O F I L E

Q: What is your view on the sale market currently?A: As the housing market reaches its highest level for six years, with most London Boroughs increasing by almost 18% last year, we are expecting our busiest ever time with homes owners releasing their property to the market now, with a view to move over the summer. We are also seeing record numbers of applicants registering, with an average now of eight buyers for every home that comes to the market. This is obviously good news for sellers, but makes buying very competitive at the moment.

Q: How can a buyer get ahead when trying to find the right property in this competitive market?A: The best piece of advice we can give to anyone looking to buy at the moment is to put themselves in the driving seat prior to viewing the home they will love. It all

starts by making sure that when you see the right property you are ready to pounce by being fi nancially organised. At Orchards of London we work very closely with Paul Alexander mortgage consultants, who beat new clients’ quotes nine out of ten times. Not only by speaking to our mortgage advisors will you be in a position to

proceed, but you may very well be fi nancially better off .

Q: What level of activity do you expect to see in the summer rental market?A: We are also now seeing more and more corporate tenants registering via the relocation agents that work very closely with us, working on behalf of Blue Chip companies with families wishing to move during the summer breaks. In the time we have been established, we have built a reputation for being reliable and honest and for delivering impeccable service within the corporate rental market. This comes from practicing good business ethics when dealing with relocation agents who value working with an agent who consistently lists the most exclusive and desirable stock in the postcodes we work within. For example, last year the three most exclusive and prestigious homes in Chiswick to rent were transactions completed by Orchards of London. One of them was a luxurious and vast 5,500 square foot detached home on Milnthorpre Road. We are very proud of this achievement which has resulted in many other exclusive homes being listed with us and subsequently let. When most estate agents are taking their foot off the gas, already thinking about their summer holidays, we are considering how we can help our clients experience a stress-free move, allowing us all to enjoy the summer months.

Q&A

A HELPING HAND

Joseph Murphy – Business Development Director and Founding Partner at Orchards of London gives us an insight into the sale and rental market over the summer months

WE HAVE BUILT A REPUTATION FOR BEING RELIABLE AND HONEST AND FOR

DELIVERING IMPECCABLE SERVICE WITHIN THE CORPORATE RENTAL MARKET

Designing and Creating Fabulous Diamond Jewellery for 10 Years

The National Association of Goldsmiths

23 Turnham Green Terrace, Chiswick , London, W4 1RG Tel: 020 8742 1178www.marmaladejewellery.co.uk

Monday - Saturday 10:00 – 18:00 Sunday – Closed.

jewellery

2004-

2014

L

oca

l • Passionate • I n

dependent

10

MarchAD(PV).indd 1 15/04/2014 12:14ORCHARDS SUMMER 2014_v2.indd 32 10/06/2014 18:33

P R O F I L E

Designing and Creating Fabulous Diamond Jewellery for 10 Years

The National Association of Goldsmiths

23 Turnham Green Terrace, Chiswick , London, W4 1RG Tel: 020 8742 1178www.marmaladejewellery.co.uk

Monday - Saturday 10:00 – 18:00 Sunday – Closed.

jewellery

2004-

2014

L

oca

l • Passionate • I nd

ependent

10

MarchAD(PV).indd 1 15/04/2014 12:14ORCHARDS SUMMER 2014_v2.indd 33 10/06/2014 18:34


Elegant and sophisticated gifts for the gentleman in your life

Adnams Copper House Distilled Gin, £26.99; adnams.co.uk

Nikon DSLR, From £2,750 with 50mm f1.8 lens; europe-nikon.com

Marmalade Cufflinks, £175;

marmaldejewellery.com

Gucci Aviator Sunglasses £210; gucci.com

Yellow Chapman Bag, £320, brompton.com

Patek Philippe World Time Wristwatch,

Price on Request; patek.com

GENTLEMENONLY

Massimo Dutti; massimodutti.com

Pickett Hornback Crocodile Belt, £325; pickett.co.uk


35Summer 2014

M E N ’ S A C C E S S O R I E S & G R O O M I N G

The creme de la creme of men’s cosmetics and accessories

BOYS’ CLUB

Acqua di Parma Shaving Gel, £23;

harrods.com

EShave Three Blade Razor, £58;

harrods.com

Bric’s Travel Wash Kit, £110; harrods.com

Valentino Uomo Aftershave Lotion,

£44; harrods.com

Czech and Speake No88 Silver Tip Badger Shaving Brush, £80; harrods.com

Dolce & Gabbana, dolcegabbana.com

Kiehls Facial Fuel Heavy Lifting Moisturiser, £38; spacenk.com

Tom Ford Oud Wood Soap Bar £26; houseoff raser.co.uk



C h i s w i C k | 0 2 0 8 9 9 5 9 7 9 7

Luxury Property


37Summer 2014

Short Road

This wonderful three bedroom house offers stylish and contemporary living space, located in a desirable area just moments from the beautiful Historical Chiswick House and grounds. Boasting great entertaining space this property benefits from two receptions and comprises a cloakroom, modern fitted kitchen with twin french doors leading to a pleasant patio garden, a large bright and airy dining room, and a fantastic spacious reception room with storage cupboard. On the first floor there

is large master bedroom with fitted wardrobes, a further two good sized bedrooms and smart bathroom. Short road is ideally situated just a short stroll from all the boutiques, bars and restaurants along the trendy Chiswick High Road. The nearest transport link include Chiswick Station (National Rail) and Turnham Green tube station (District Line).

£692 per week



Orchards of London and Paul Alexander Mortgage Consultants were delighted to sponsor St Stephen’s Primary

School’s Film Club evening on Thursday 8th May. The fantastic event – which was held to bring the parents of the local community together - was hosted by the parent-teacher association of St Stephen’s who had chosen to screen the award-winning film, Philomena, starring Judi Dench and Steve Coogan, in the school hall.

Chair of the PTA at St Stephen’s Primary School, Evelin Longo, says: “It was such a great success and a purely cultural event. Orchards of London made it possible with their sponsorship and helped us create a warm and wonderful atmosphere for our parents. They even came to watch the movie with us: their support makes such a difference to our school and this kind of community gathering would not be happening without them.” Rudolph Diesel, Marketing Director said:

“It was a wonderful evening! The food was delicious and the film was incredibly heart-warming. The event was a true success and inspiring to as it brought the local community together. It was also so lovely to meet the parents and friends of St Stephen’s, who were very welcoming and friendly. We look forward to sponsoring more events in the future and would like to thank them for having us as a part of their wonderful event.”

The award-winning film tells the story of a political journalist who helps Philomena Lee on her 50-year search for her son who was taken away from her after she was forced to live and work in a convent. Philomena has received 23 wins and 36 nominations for its excellence.

For more information on upcoming sponsored events with Orchards of London, contact [email protected] or call 020 3141 7979 (option 2) to speak to the marketing team. Alternatively, to stay up to date via social media, follow Orchards of London on Twitter: @OrchardsLondon or on Facebook: facebook.com/OrchardsofLondon.

Bedford Park Saturday 7th June and Sunday 8th June

Southfields Primary School Saturday 14th June, 11am - 4pm

Little Ealing Primary School Saturday 21st June, 12pm - 4pm

William Hogarth Primary School Friday 27th June 3:30pm - 5:30pm

St Vincent’s Primary School Saturday 5th July, 12pm - 4pm

Ark Priory Primary Academy Saturday 5th July, 12pm - 4pm

Acton Hill Open Day 12th July, 11am – 5pm

Ark Conway Primary Academy 12th July

Shamrock Club – Acton Homeless Concern 19th July – midday onwards

Race for Life 27th July – 11am @ Hyde Park

Keep an eye out for upcoming events that we will be lending our support to:

ON THE AGENDA

COMMUNITYIt’s movie night at St Stephen’s school and plans are

afoot to save the old library on Acton high street

©20

12 P

ath

e P

rod

ucti

on

s L

imit

ed

, BB

C, B

FI an

d P

hilo

men

a L

ee L

imit

ed


39Summer 2014

N E W S

THE STRUGGLE CONTINUES IN ACTON

Be a part of the Acton revolution

A proactive team have taken to the streets in Acton looking for the community to join them in their eff orts to save the old library on

Acton High Road. The aim is for the vacant library to be transformed into an art centre open to the community – saving it from being turned into apartments.

Glynne Steele, project coordinator says: “Julie and I have made it our mission to raise the profi le of this cause and to ensure we save the library to make it the hub of Acton as we have some wonderful ideas that will allow everyone to enjoy this fantastic building.”

Rudolph Diesel, Marketing Director of Orchards of London says: “We ought to all stand together and support proactive individuals like Glynne and Julie. It is rather exciting to be part of this movement/

project and this will go a long way in creating an exciting high street brimming with possibilities.”

The Old Library is set to house a rooftop cinema, a deli, an art centre, a gallery, hot-desking for professionals on the move and much more! But, for this revolution to happen, your help is needed! The fi nal part of the bid is about demonstrating clear community support. Orchards of London are encouraging everyone to take a moment to complete the online survey in order to help The Old Library Acton Arts Centre reach their target of 2,500 responses.

For more information, phone Glynne or Julie on 07974 090 231. To complete the survey, visit oldlibraryacton.co.uk. Alternatively, follow the progress on Facebook: facebook.com/OrchardsofLondonor Twitter:@OrchardsLondon.



E a l i n g | 0 2 0 8 9 9 5 9 7 9 7

Luxury Property


41Summer 2014

Mattock Lane

Properties such as this gem do not come to the market often. This six double bedroom home is nestled neatly within walking distance of two future cross rail stations for those buying with the future in mind. This modern build home has the status commands the status of the period homes surrounding it with the ultra modern finish everyone dreams about. It has three reception rooms down stairs with a stunning kitchen diner boasting a wealth of natural light. Upstairs, three of the six bedrooms retain en suites spread over two floors.

£2,999,950


Sophisticated

SHEPHERD’S BUSH

GRAND LAUNCH

Orchards of London’s 4th office unveiled in September

LOCAL HEROES

Helping two local W12 schoolsstand tall – our heroes

TALENT SEARCH

Looking for WestLondon’s top talent*

T H E O R C H A R D S O F L O N D O N D I F F E R E N C E

* Recruitment can be contacted on [email protected] or for more information please email [email protected] or call 020 3141 7979

Shepherd’s Bush office.indd 1 04/06/2014 12:23ORCHARDS SUMMER 2014_v2.indd 42 10/06/2014 18:42

43S ummer 201 4

S pecialising in loft conversions, home extensions and basements, MoreSpace have completed over 15,000 home

extensions since their establishment in 1966, making them the capital’s market leaders. MoreSpace can help increase both the space and value of your property substantially. London’s property market is at an all-time high, meaning additional space has become an ever popular choice for property owners across the capital.

HOW DO YOU WORK?We normally handle all aspects of an extension project; from design, planning, building regulations, to managing the construction and guaranteeing the work. We have in-house designers who work closely with the client to achieve the optimum scheme within the local planning guidelines.

MOVINGON UP

WHAT DO YOU SPECIALISE IN?There are three forms of home extensions that we specialise in; loft conversions, extensions and basements.

Loft Conversion - Almost all lofts can be converted, the type of loft conversion you have depends on the type of property you live in and the limitations of the local planning parameters. By matching the existing materials of the property, we can maintain the character and continuity of your home, creating a seamless transition between new and old. Most of the Loft Conversions we manage take approximately 5-7 weeks to complete; this varies of course upon the size, scope and specification of your conversion. Not only will a loft conversion provide versatile extra space, but it will substantially enhance the value of your property.

Basements – Basements provide more varied living spaces that no other type of conversion can offer; this is one of the reason why basements have become such a popular method of creating space in recent times. Basements can also be one of the most cost effective investments you can make to your property. Basement average pricing per square foot is often significantly less than property square foot values.

Extension – A great way of gaining extra space in your home can be achieved through a ground floor extension. The main consideration when planning your house extension project is the local planning guidelines, these can vary significantly between different London boroughs. Other considerations will be the type of property, your budget for the project and what you want to achieve from the space; we can offer in-depth ideas and options to suit your budget and space requirements. Most of the house extensions that we manage take approximately 7-10 weeks to complete, depending on the size, scope and specification of the project.

P R O M OT I O N

Need more space for your family? The extension experts give their top tips

020 8896 0777 ineedmorespace.co.uk

Sophisticated

SHEPHERD’S BUSH

GRAND LAUNCH

Orchards of London’s 4th office unveiled in September

LOCAL HEROES

Helping two local W12 schoolsstand tall – our heroes

TALENT SEARCH

Looking for WestLondon’s top talent*

T H E O R C H A R D S O F L O N D O N D I F F E R E N C E

* Recruitment can be contacted on [email protected] or for more information please email [email protected] or call 020 3141 7979

Shepherd’s Bush office.indd 1 04/06/2014 12:23 ORCHARDS SUMMER 2014_v2.indd 43 10/06/2014 18:42


ICONIC ARCHITECT:

FRANK GEHRY

The term iconic is overused but is the only word fit to describe the

Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain. This building takes its place alongside the Eiffel Tower and Sydney Opera House as instantly recognizable and unforgettable. Its architect Canadian/American Frank Gehry is now 85 and is a household name, winner of the treasured Pritzker Prize. His buildings, many of which are concert halls, museums or galleries, are themselves the stars of the show. However, fame came to him comparatively late in life. He had studied at Harvard but left to go into designing cardboard furniture although his heart was in buildings. With money from the furniture business he made his own extraordinary home, in Santa Monica, California. It brought him recognition and the commissions which have made him world famous, such as the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles and the dancing house in Prague.

The house had originally been in the style known as Dutch Colonial and was basically a pink bungalow. It became a beacon of deconstructed modernism, using materials such as chain-link fencing. His choice of unusual materials is a part of his architectural philosophy but his use of materials such as corrugated metal has made some call his designs unfinished looking, even crude. The Santa Monica house, home of his second wife and their

Frank Gehry, dubbed the most important architect of our age, is coming to Battersea

children, divided opinion for many years but is now accepted as somewhere architecture and art itself meet. As Gehry himself explained: ‘I loved the idea of leaving the house intact. I came up with the idea of building the new house around it. We were told there were ghosts in the house… I decided they were ghosts of Cubism. The windows… I wanted to make them look like they were crawling out of this thing. At night, because this glass is tipped it mirrors the light in… So when you’re sitting at this table you see all these cars going by, you see the moon in the wrong place… the moon is over there but it


45Summer 2014

C U LT U R E

his temporary Pavilion for the Serpentine Gallery in Kensington Gardens in 2008. Like the Guggenheim there will be titanium facades and the concept has been compared to piles of shining coins. You will need more than coins to buy one of the 700 apartments however, as even the two-bedroom flats start at £1.5m. Four blocks will cluster round the ‘flower’, a titanium wrapped building with ‘petals’ exploding from it. Wags are calling it Battersea Flower Station.

There will be nothing else in London quite like it but Gehry himself told the Evening Standard that even though it will be huge he feels there is a modesty about it and that London has inspired him. ‘There are understated references to London crescents. The white colour comes from London terraced houses. The idea of the bay window is a very London thing. I haven’t seen a lot of it in the new buildings here. It’s not just a flat façade; I think that’s London town.’ It has taken him until his ninth decade to come to London but it looks like it will have been worth the wait.

reflects here… and you think it’s up there and you don’t know where the hell you are.’

Although he was responsible for the imaginative and somewhat crumpled Maggie’s Centre in Dundee (for the cancer charity of the same name founded in memory of Maggie Jencks) he has no other British buildings. The apartments, which are part of the development of Battersea Power Station, will be his first in London, other than


46 orchardso ondon.com

THE SPAPerched on the banks of the serene lake waters, The Jetty Spa is an award-winning modern architectural masterpiece. Twin massage beds look out across the lake, allowing for couple treatments. For the most decadent, try the Jetty Spa Trail – 5 hours of pure indulgence, starting with a bespoke aromatherapy blend consultation, a dip in the pool, a sauna and body scrub, a blissful massage, afternoon tea in the cosy little boathouse and a spell in the hot tub with a glass of champagne. Book to start in the late afternoon – nothing beats a hot tub under the stars.

THE HOTELJust two miles from Lake Windermere, the family-run Gilpin Lake House is a perfect base for exploring the Lake District. Surrounded by varied trails, taking in charmingly traditional pubs (many with their own microbreweries), it is a wonderful destination for walkers. Personal touches here make the difference – staff will find you wellies, lend you maps and recommend routes so that you make the most of your stay.

THE ROOMSAll rooms at the Lake House are suites and, with just six on offer, stays here are not only exceptionally exclusive but totally private too. All with quintessentially British names, high-end cosiness is the order of the day and bathrooms are stocked with home made Jetty Spa products. If you can, stay in Harriet, the most decadent room with lake views.

THE RESTAURANTAfter a private transfer up to the main hotel, you can look forward to some seriously fine dining for dinner. Having been awarded three rosettes by the AA Restaurant Guide, Head Chef Dan Grigg serves up local Lake District produce and West Coast seafood to create modern British masterpieces – think line-caught mackerel, sauced beets, apple compressions and horseradish bark.

Lake District

T R AV E L

From £485 per room, per night, including a five course dinner, full English breakfast and VAT, plus complimentary chauffeur to and from Gilpin Hotel for dinner. The ‘Jetty Spa Trail’ is exclusive to guests staying at Gilpin Lake House, £300 for two people. 01539 488 818; thegilpin.co.uk

GILPIN LAKE HOUSE


47S ummer 2014

P R O M OT I O N

William MichaelRegional Partner, McMillan Williams ChiswickOld Timber Court, Acton Lane, Chiswick W4 5LY020 3551 [email protected]

W e believe that justice is a birth-right, and that support of the law should be life-

long. No legal matter is trivial, and to ensure consistent, quality first-class service , there is no alternative to having an office you can walk into and a Solicitor whose hand you can shake. Few legal matters are straightforward or expected, so having a Firm you know and can go back to for this need and the next is equally important.

McMillan Williams Solicitors is a modern, multi-branch consumer focussed law firm. We cater to all our clients’ day to day legal needs, from writing a will, to buying/selling a house, to helping with the more difficult things life can throw at you such as divorce, injury, or being let down by a professional. We bring our services to you from your high-streets at fourteen branch offices across London, meaning we’re never far away but have never lost that personal touch.

All our services are available from all our offices, but our Chiswick office is particularly specialised in property services and wills/estates planning and executing. With buying a house in particular, we

MCMILLAN WILLIAMS SOLICITORS

Now Open in Chiswick

securing your new assets for the future. Our Wills and Estates team are on hand to help with all that future planning for you and your family. Equally they are available for the execution of a will or estate.

So, we look forward to seeing you in our Chiswick office or any of our offices across London soon. You can call us, email us, find us on facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter.

understand you are making one of the most significant purchases of your entire life, and the last thing you need are surprises or mistakes. At MW your case will be handled directly by a Solicitor on your high-street, not a computer across the country. We emphasise speed of transaction, and ensuring that every deadline is hit and there are no delays or surprises for clients. Our clients come back to us again and again because we take the stress out of the process.

It is a suitable complement to buying a house to think about



The designer of this new build development in Birch Grove has been delighted to play a creative part in it. On the outside the design of this home

is faithful to the established look of this elegant suburban street. However, the construction employs up-to-the-minute methods and materials, so that on the inside there is plenty of scope for sleek, uncluttered living spaces with features that are both practical and visually attractive.

EYE FOR DESIGNThe focus of the design has been to pay detailed attention to planning spaces for calm, comfortable activity. The open plan basement accommodates different, important, domestic routines like cooking, dining and laid-back relaxing, and each of these has its own individual, tailored design. One area flows into another, subtly distinguished by carefully tuned shifts of colour, texture and lighting.

Beautiful, natural mineral colours form the basis of the scheme and complement the living areas. They provide a lasting background palette against which the people who will live here can confidently place the furnishings and possessions that express their own particular style.

The basement is especially appealing as many opportunities as possible have been created to allow natural lighting into the space. The glazed roof feature of the dining area minimizes the distinction between the interior and exterior.

This has been a uniquely stimulating project, to create a very special living environment.

Basement renovations aren’t normally blessed with natural light, but JSD Architectural Interior Design have created an ingenious and airy underground living space

Contact: Jasmine Sterianos 07732 668012, [email protected]

GET THE LOOK

LONDON UNDERGROUND


49Summer 2014

I N T E R I O R S

49Summer 2014

Farfalla Wallpaper£50 per rollosborneandlittle.com

Paris Swirl Paul Smith £890 per m2

therugcompany.com

Sabrina mirror £1,535

rebeccascott.co.uk

Up and over console table, £1,320carewjones.co.uk

Byron Chair, £595 Thesofaandchair.co.uk

Ribbon Floor Lamp

portaromana.co.uk

Alceo table £3,043; bebitalia.com


50 or ardso ondon om

P R O P E R T Y

Research the market – know your trade! If you are a first time buy to let investor, it’s incredibly important that you do your homework so you are fully aware of your options.

Find a good area – look up how house prices and rental yields have risen over the last few years and feel comfortable with the trends you find. What’s happening in the next few years in your area of interest? Look for developments that will be attractive to prospective tenants, such as a new transport link into the city.

Make sure you can afford it – most lenders require a minimum deposit of 25% of the property’s value, plus a minimum income of £20,000 per annum before they offer you a loan.

Know the rental yield you are looking to achieve – speak to lettings agents who already let similar properties in the area for an estimate of what your property will achieve - anything between 4-5% of the purchase price per annum is considered to be fantastic.

Consider the extra costs – Are you willing to do work to a property? If not, ensure you don’t buy something that needs all the electricity rewired! Ongoing maintenance costs may be essential too – your tenant(s) won’t be expected to pay for that, so don’t get caught out!

Consider having your property managed by an agent – most lettings agencies have property management departments or can refer you to their preferred company. Managing a property is a very time consuming task and can be complicated. A managing agent can deal with arrears collections and other issues that may arise along the way.

Shop around and get the best mortgage – there are so many lenders that are not on the high street - speak to independent mortgage companies like Paul Alexander who can thoroughly search the whole of the market and find the lender with the best option based on your requirements.

BUY TO LET

Buy to Let investments are looking ever more attractive for 2014, with many lenders offering competitive rates. We’ve compiled a list of our top tips to help you make the best decision for your investment

020 8997 3915paulalexander.org.uk

LOOK UP HOW HOUSE PRICES AND RENTAL YIELDS HAVE RISEN OVER

THE LAST FEW YEARS AND FEEL COMFORTABLE WITH THE

TRENDS YOU FIND


51Summer 2014



Rain or shine, Helena’s looks are catwalk divine in her Urban White Fiat 500 Lounge.

She just adores the way the leather steering wheel feels, right down to the

integrated audio controls… Cute. Blue&Me multimedia system keeps her in

the loop, and right on track. Optional multispoke alloy wheels bring a certain style to her ride. While beneath that fun exterior, the cool TwinAir engine keeps

CO2 emissions low, and road tax at zero*. Super-cute. Smile model’s own, natch.

CUTE COUTURE

Fuel consumption figures for Fiat 500 range in mpg (l/100km): Urban 49.6 (5.7) – 64.2 (4.4); Extra Urban 65.7 (4.3) – 91.1 (3.1); Combined 58.9 (4.8) – 76.3 (3.7). CO2 emissions 113 – 90 g/km. Fuel consumption and CO2 figures based on standard EU tests for comparative purposes and may not reflect real driving results. *Under current DVLA regulations there is no charge for Vehicle Excise Duty in the first year of registration and every subsequent year. Vehicle Excise Duty rates are reviewed annually by the government and are subject to change.

1 0 5 W I G M O R E S T R E E T L O N D O N , W 1 U 1 Q YT E L : 0 2 0 7 3 9 9 6 6 5 0W W W . M O T O R V I L L A G E U K . C O M

MARYLEBONE

7015 Orchards of London Advert.indd 1 02/05/2014 12:46ORCHARDS SUMMER 2014_v2.indd 52 10/06/2014 17:02

Documents

Couture by Orchards of London Summer 2014