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Granville Park, SE13Forming part of this imposing Victorian Semi and positioned at the very top of Granville Park comes this two double bedroom, top floor conversion apartment. This tastefully presented and decorated property has to be viewed internally to be fully appreciated. Main features include modern fitted kitchen, stylish bathroom and plenty of storage and loft space. Ideally located for the DLR and mainline rail station.

£315,000

Micheldever Road, SE12King Sturge are delighted to offer for sale this exceptional five bedroom French style semi detached house built c.1890 with Mansard roof and situated in the hearth of Lee Conservation area. This tastfully decorated and presented home would be ideal for the larger family and is sure to tick many boxes. The versatile layout is set over three levels and offers space and light throughout.

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Granville Park, SE13 £365,000Simply stunning is the best way to describe this beautifully furnished two bedroom garden apartment conveniently positioned for both Lewisham DLR and Blackheath Village. Finished to an extremely high standard and share of freehold, an early viewing would be highly recommended.

Parkside, Vanbrigh Fields, SE3 £399,950A truly outstanding two bedroom apartment positioned just yards from the heath and Greenwich park. The parkside development continues to be popular with city professionals as many amenities are on your doorstep. The property is presented in excellent order throughout and offers a share of freehold.

St Johns Park, SE3 £445,000Set within this magnificent detached residence, comes a unique two double bedroomed apartment. The property is presented in immaculate condition throughout and benifits from a beautiful south facing communal garden and off street parking. Early viewing recommended.

Vanbrugh Hill, SE3 £950,000A beautifully presented five bedroom Victorian house situated in this popular residential road, close to Royal Greenwich Park and Maze Hill mainline station providing easy access to the City and West End. Properties of this size are rare to come to the market and this property must be viewed to be fully appreciated.

Benson Road, SE23 £1,169.995Within walking distance of Forest Hill Mainline station comes this stunning and spacious six bedroom detached Victorian residence which has been renovated by the current owners to an exceptional high standard. The property also benefits from off street parking and close to local shops, bars and restaurants.

Mycenae Road, SE3 £350,000This bright and spacious two bedroom garden flat located in the ever popular Westcombe Park conservation area. The accommodation comprises entrance hall, bright lounge with doors opening onto the garden, large kitchen/dining area, two good sized bedrooms and a smart bathroom suite.

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Feathers PlaceA considerably improved and extended three bedroom period terrace house. The accommodation comprises entrance hall, reception room, superb 30’9 kitchen/dining room, cloakroom, three double bedrooms, bathroom and pretty courtyard garden.

£799,950

Park Row

A spacious, modern town house located opposite the front gardens of the Maritime Museum. The accommodation comprises large through reception room with double doors opening onto the garden, kitchen, cloakroom, open plan living room/TV room/bedroom four, master bedroom with access to roof terrace, two further bedrooms and shower room.

£850,000

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Hyde Vale £1,150,000An outstanding and beautifully presented three/four bedroom end terrace town house. The current owners carried out a meticulous and comprehensive refurbishment of the house in 2006 and the accommodation is arranged over four floors, is both flexible and generous.

Merchants House £550,000A spectacular two bedroom second floor apartment in an attractive development built by Berkeley Homes. Comprises entrance hall, amazing 25’2 x 25’ (approx) reception room with dual aspect bow windows overlooking the river, master bedroom withen-suite shower room, further double bedroom, family bathroom and secure parking.

Axis Court £850,000A superb, spacious contemporary town house located in a rarely available gated development. The accommodation comprises entrance hall, cloakroom, reception room, kitchen, master bedroom with en-suite shower room and access to a large terrace, three further bedrooms, bathroom, good size rear garden and parking.

Hadrian Street £315,000A beautifully presented one bedroom period cottage in a sought after street within the East Greenwich conservation area. The accommodation comprises living room, kitchen/dining room, double bedroom, shower room and pretty rear garden. The property is conveniently located for access to Maze Hill main line station.

Maurer Court £475,000An outstanding fifth floor two bedroom river-view apartment within the highly specified first phase of this sought after development. This spacious, bright property features spectacular 600sq ft south facing terrace, and benefits from being well away from road noise, with a protected view of the river Thames.

Park Mansions £389,950A stunning, spacious and considerably improved two bedroom first floor conversion flat. The accommodation comprises entrance hall, fabulous open plan living room/kitchen, two double bedrooms and bathroom. The property is conveniently located for access to Greenwich main line and DLR station, and the Royal Park.

Tel: 020 8463 9955 www.heathestates.euTel: 020 8463 9955 www.heathestates.eu

Havelock Walk SE23 Guide Price: £1,350,000Set within the thriving and artisticcommunity of Havelock Walk,a charming mews located in the heart of Forest Hill, comes this spectacular live/work gallery and spacious home. Designed by the internationallyrenowned sculptor Jeff Lowe, this unique and versatile warehouse set over three floors boasts approximately 5000sq ft of space. Creating a perfect setting for a multitude of creativebusinesses of which Havelock Walk mews is already home to.

Wemyss RoadBlackheath SE3 Guide Price £1,250,000An exquisite four bedroom, four storey Victorian family home, located within the very heart of Blackheath village. The property boasts an abundance ofperiod character and charm and comes with a beautiful and secluded southfacing garden. This tastefully renovated home is offered onto the market chain free.

Stratheden Road SE3 £2450pcmA fabulous high spec new build three double bedroom two bathroom penthouse apartment with large wrap around terrace, lift, secure off street parking, video entry system. Good transport links to central London and Docklands.

Invicta Road SE3 £1375pcm2x Contemporary new build two bedroom apartments ideally located a short walk away from Westcombe Park BR and local shopping facilities.Private decked balconies. Secure residents parking.

Westcombe Park Road SE3 £2500pcmA stunning totally refurbished 2 double bedroom two bathroom garden floor conversion flat forming part of an imposing period house, next to Greenwich Park and close to Maze Hill BR station.

Romney Drive Chislehurst BR1 £2000pcmA wonderful spacious family home situated in a much sought after quietresidential area within walking distance of Elmstead Woods and Bromley BR Stations and the popular Bullers Wood and Scotts Park School.

The Art Club SE3 £2700pcmA stunning 2/3 bedroom two bathroom duplex apartment forming part of amagnificent Grade ll listed building formerly the ‘Art Club’ located in a quiet road yet in the Heart of Blackheath Village.

Brand Street SE10 £630,000 F/HWell presented mid terraced Victorian house. Accommodation comprises 2 double bedrooms, larger than average contemporary bathroom, hall floor reception room, stunning open plan kitchen/dining room, rear garden.

Ashburnham Grove SE10 £840,000 F/HArchitect-designed glass extension housing a contemporary kitchen within this three storey 2 bedroom, 2 reception Victorian townhouse in the Ashburnham Triangle Conservation Area. The property has been the subject of a complete refurbishment creating a truly unique home.

Court Road SE9 £2.25million F/HFine Edwardian double-fronted 6 bedroom house occupyingsouth facing plot in this prestigious road close to Eltham Palace. The main L-shaped reception room opens onto the terrace, swimming pool and exceptional gardens. Detached triple length garage.

Guildford Grove SE10 GP £825,000 F/HBeautifully refurbished 3 storey end of terrace period house. Extended to the rear, accommodation now provides 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, dual aspect reception room, stunning open plan kitchen/dining room, additional living room, rear garden.

Luton Place SE10 £1.35million F/HHalf of a converted Victorian church. Spacious 5 bedroom house situated just yards from the gates of Greenwich Park. Finished to a high standard with the top floor featuring original exposed beams of the church.

Diamond Terrace SE10 £3.6million F/HArchitect-designed house over 5,000 sq.ft. incl garage, arranged over 3 floors offering 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,000 sq.ft. living room, library & kitchen/dining room with oak framed bi-fold doors. Self-contained 1 bed flat in basement. Cedar hot tub & firepit.

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Hyde Vale SE10 £1.85 million F/HA high quality architect designed renovation in the West Greenwich Conservation Area, comprising 4 bedrooms, splendid drawing room, kitchen and dining room, reception/library, media room, two storey conservatory and terraced garden.

St John’s Park SE3 £3.5m F/HMagnificent & beautifully restored 7 bedroom family residence close to the Heath, 5 reception spaces including huge Mark Wilkinson kitchen/dining room, underground swimming pool/gym, 2 large reception rooms overlooking the gardens.

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It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to our new look London Homes and Property magazine - a lifestyle and

property magazine for South-East London.

Every month in our dedicated New Homes section we’ll bring you the latest property news, insider info on developments and building projects, and advice and expert knowledge on the industry. This month we’re visiting St John’s – a smart development in Blackheath that offers village life with great transport links (p.71), and looking at the various options for landlords and tenants in a changing market (p.74).

Our Living Local section is your essential guide to the local area with new openings, places to eat and drink, a vast range of cultural distractions, transport updates, the best new shops and local comment and insight. In February you can read about markets and museums in East Dulwich, theatres in London Bridge, the high street in Blackheath and real ales in Greenwich. The section starts on p.15.

Make the Life Style section your first stop for all things interiors, with the latest trends, up and coming designers and must have items, as well as tips on urban gardens and the most exciting new local interiors shops. John Makepeace is our designer of the moment, an expert carpenter with an eye for shape and style (p.58), and we also look at creating a serene bedroom haven on p.52.

For those of you looking for property abroad, the Live Overseas section is essential reading, with special features on international developments and property, expert comment on buying overseas and the latest news and information on worldwide markets. This month we’re showing you round a stunning villa property in Le Marche, Italy (p.64), and considering what other European countries are becoming popular for second homes and investment purchases (p.67).

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WEST GREENWICH SE10

Guide Price £1,475,000 Freehold

An exceptional and rarely available detached house ideally located near the top of Point Hill in this historic conservation area close to the open heath and within easy walking distance of Greenwich town centre, park and both mainline and DLR stations. Steer House was built to exacting standards four years ago and offers approx. 2500 sq ft of accommodation over four floors and the highest standards of finishing throughout....includes two 25’ reception rooms, fully equipped 26’ kitchen/dining, seperate utility, five bedrooms, three bathrooms a wide, walled garden and private off road parking behind secure gates. Offered for sale Freehold and with no onward chain.

125 Greenwich South Street London SE10 8NX Tel 020 8691 3770 email. [email protected]

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UNIQUE is a privately owned and specialist estate agency designed to provide personal property consultancy for selling or buying exclusive and exemplary homes. UNIQUE is the brainchild of Robert Sargent, founder of the Acorn Estate Agency group. Robert recognises that the needs of the most affluent vendors and purchasers have always posed a problem to typical high street estate agents and so he has created Unique: a specialist team of experienced and proactive property professionals whose sole focus is to service the needs of high net worth clients and manage their multi-million pound property transactions. We don’t deal in volume; we leave that to other people. We prefer to deliver a bespoke service to each client and each individual property. UNIQUE isn’t just a property consultancy, it’s a complete ethos: a way of conducting business that allows us to give our clients the options and tailored service they desire. DO YOU HAVE A PROPERTY THAT DESERVES THE UNIQUE APPROACH?We offer a one to one marketing and consultancy service, providing a tailormade sales programme for your home which includes a stunning property profile brochure.

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AreA newsHomes for Hire

Hiring out homes for filming and photography shoots is lucrative, and this tastefully styled property in Camberwell with four double bedrooms spread over four comfortable floors, earns its owner from £800 to £1,800 per day when rented out to photographers and film crews. No doubt they love its features, including gorgeously rich, stained floorboards, original shutters, a large double reception and country-style kitchen/diner. It has been featured in fashion and accessories catalogues and will be the backdrop for an upcoming commercial.

“Attention to period details and traditional décor and furnishings can increase the saleability of a property, whilst also bringing home an additional income,” says Becky Munday, head of sales at agents Wooster and Stock.

“Properties that have been used for films, television and photo shoots are often popular with home buyers. It adds an element of prestige and it is obviously appealing to think that one’s home can generate some extra revenue.”

Owner Tim Kent, an advertising photographer, says: “I got so much pleasure refurbishing this

Quick NewsTransport latest…Although first announced five years ago, plans to improve the Elephant and Castle for pedestrians and cyclists has been slow to come. After years of wrangling, the plans to replace the intimidating underground subways with crossings at street level are at last taking place, with some crossings now opened. It is an aspect of a scheme that includes improved lighting, wider pavements and new cycle lanes as part of the massive regeneration of the Elephant and Castle area.

Closures remain at both Greenwich and Woolwich foot tunnels, which are undergoing an £11.5 million programme to upgrade them. The Woolwich tunnel is likely to remain closed until March 2011, while Greenwich tunnel is at present closed from 9pm to 6am Monday to Friday.

The London 2012 Olympics and Paralympic Games will put the Greenwich area in the worldwide spotlight, and also present the opportunity for many residents to rent out their homes for vastly inflated rates. Couple this with the fact that Greenwich is also being made a Royal Borough in the same year, and it is clear that this is an ideal time to buy in this beautiful corner of London – or to stay put if you are already here.

Did you know?Parts of Dulwich are highlighted as “very poor” on the Charles Booth poverty maps of the late 19th century – which means that areas of this affluent, leafy and highly desirable neighbourhood were considered slums in Victorian times...

house and invested much time and research into restoring all the original features, from the ornate cornicing and ceiling roses, to the light switches, door handles and radiators.

“I spent a lot of time scouring antique shops, reclamation yards and eBay for the perfect furnishings. The main labour of love was reinstating all of the fireplaces that had been removed by previous residents. There are now seven working fireplaces in the house, and each was chosen to be correct for the era of the house and size of room. I love open fires, they are just so cosy and are

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Greenwich has got a brand new online information website for both visitors and residents alike. The Greenwich Directory (www.greenwichdirectory.co.uk) is a completely free, up-to-date, one-stop information resource for the Greenwich area.

There is loads of detailed, regularly expanding information about local attractions, cafés, restaurants, bars, pubs, clubs, accommodation, services,

property market information and community information, including council offices, hospitals, schools, emergency services, and much more. The Classified Marketplace page includes local professionals, trades and services.

Initially covering mainly the Greenwich and Blackheath areas, the site will expand to include more information on outlying areas and specific neighbourhoods in the area.

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probably one of the house’s strongest features.”Jonathan King, director of location agency

Shootfactory, which represents the property, says: “A property’s suitability will depend upon its style, size, layout and décor and, of course, its geographical location. There is no particular style of property that we look for since our clients are constantly looking to vary their choice of location house.

“In the case of Brunswick Villas, clients are struck by the architectural look and the fact the décor has a very authentic feel. You can imagine Charles Dickens basing a scene from one of his novels here!”

Superbly located in the heart of Camberwell, cafés, bars, restaurants and the serene Brunswick Park are on the doorstep. It is less than a mile’s walk from both Peckham Rye and Denmark Hill stations, which have frequent services to London Bridge, Blackfriars and Victoria. There are also excellent schools in the area, making this period dream an ideal family home. n

Brunswick Villas is on the market for £635,000 Wooster & Stock020 7708 6700, www.woosterstock.co.uk

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DRINKMeantime Brewing Company’s first pub, the Greenwich Union, is a beer-lovers’ paradise. It sells no national brewers’ products and its own beers are unpasteurised and brewed in small batches. There is also a selection of more than 60 beers from some of the world’s top breweries. Precious few pubs can boast such oddities as Belgian Lambic beers, German smoked beers and Belgian Trappist ales, as well as the usual bitters and lagers – but the Union can. There is also an extensive food menu.

Greenwich Union 56 Royal Hill, Greenwich, SE10 8RT 020 8692 6258 www.greenwichunion.com

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Borough Market, near London Bridge station, is renowned for its huge choice of fabulous food. One long-standing fixture of the market is Café Brood, situated by Southwark Cathedral. As well as freshly baked pastries, ciabattas, soups, pasta dishes and salads, it has an eternally popular grill menu that includes steaks, chorizo and a fabulous seafood and chicken paella.

Cafe Brood, 1–6 Green Dragon Court, Southwark, SE1 9AH 020 7407 0644 www.cafebrood.co.uk

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One of the best things about the Greenwich and Blackheath area is that you can get to live both the town and country lifestyle without all the driving. Oxleas Woods and Greenwich Borough’s very own working farm, Woodlands, are just a five-minute drive away either side of Shooters Hill. Every Thursday from 10am–noon in February Woodlands is organising special toddler sessions to meet the animals – and other local families – and there are arts and crafts and a play area.

Woodlands Farm 331 Shooters Hill, Welling, DA16 3RP 020 8319 8900 www.thewoodlandsfarmtrust.org

Britons are splashing out record amounts of cash on cashmere at present. Marks and Spencer sold around 600,000 cashmere products over Christmas alone, and sales of cashmere items priced £69 and above are 11 per cent up on a year ago. Oliver Bonas in Dulwich is currently offering this soft, warm and stylish grey bird knit top (£49). The batwing-sleeved jumper contains 25 per cent cashmere to ramp up the comfort factor.

Oliver Bonas 26 Lordship Lane, Dulwich SE22 8HJ 020 8693 6115, www.oliverbonas.com

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ESCAPEIf you’ve never spent a night at the dogs – putting a punt on the greyhound races – you’re in for a real treat. Even if you just place a few tiny ‘token’ bets, the experience is surprisingly fun, a real change from a humdrum night in front of the box, or visiting the usual local haunts – especially if you go with a bunch of friends. At Wimbledon Greyhound Stadium, with its newly

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It might seem a bit weird popping to a hair salon for your tea supplies, but in Blackheath Village that’s where you go for Aveda’s Organic Loose Leaf Comforting Tea (£14 for 140g). The calming, flavourful tea, available from Fresh Lifestyle Salon and Spa, promotes a sense of well-being and tastes delicious. The caffeine-free herbal blend includes certified organic liquorice root and peppermint. Drink it hot or iced. Fresh also stocks a range of flower and plant essences geared to bestowing a profound sense of well being, as well as Aveda products for hair, skin care and styling, and also make-up.

Fresh Lifestyle Salon and Spa Tranquil Vale, Blackheath SE3 020 8318 2666, www.freshlifestyle.co.uk

PLAYLast year saw a raft of new fitness crazes hit the UK, including boot camps and the introduction of outdoor gyms. David Lloyd Leisure Club in Kidbrooke predicts that this year one major trend will be increasing: the demand for children’s fitness programmes, especially with childhood obesity on the rise. As a response, David Lloyd Leisure will be improving their current offerings for 11 to 16-year-olds, providing them with more options to join group exercise classes and workout unsupervised in the gym. David Lloyd also sees increased interest in triathlon, Britain’s fastest growing sport, and will have regular triathlon activities at the club. New bikini workouts and tennis-specific programmes are being introduced to keep members motivated.

David Lloyd, Kidbrooke Park Road, Lee SE12 8HG020 8331 3900, www.davidlloyd.co.uk

Dulwich Picture Gallery, England’s oldest public art gallery, celebrates its 200th year with an astonishing international loan exhibition. Masterpiece A Month: Presiding Genius will feature a loaned masterpiece on display every month. February’s choice is Diego Velázquez’s El bufón don Sebastián de Morra. And until 27 March is Norman Rockwell’s America, the first exhibition in this country of original works by Rockwell, the best-known and most beloved American artist of the 20th century.

Dulwich Picture Gallery Gallery Road, Dulwich, SE21 7AD 020 8693 5254, www.dulwichpicturegallery.org.uk tickets: adults £5 permanent collection/£9 temporary exhibition also, £1 off for senior citizens free for under 18s, unemployed, disabled, students

refurbished 250-seater Grandstand Restaurant and brand new trackside bars, it’s very comfortable too. Race meetings are every Friday and Saturday, with the first race at around 7.30pm, and the last at 10.30pm.

Wimbledon Greyhound Stadium Plough Lane, Wimbledon,SW17 0BL 0870 840 8905, www.lovethedogs.co.uk

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24 hours in...East Dulwich

I f you’re looking for a country village getaway, but without the country, village and getaway part, then East Dulwich is a wonderful nook in South London to escape

to. Just 15 minutes from the centre of the city, East Dulwich somehow manages to exude a friendly village vibe, full of independent boutiques and one-of-a-kind nights out – their Community Film Club won last year’s Film Society of the Year award.

Described as a diamond in the rough, the skyline is semi-detached houses and Victorian terraces initially, but look closer and you’ll see the area has been treated to more than a touch of gentrification in the last few years, adding to both its appeal and property prices.

9.00 amCultureStart your day off with a wander around the Dulwich Picture Gallery. The first ever public art gallery stands on lush green grounds and offers a diverse range of exhibitions and installations; it’s the perfect way to start off the morning, before heading to their much-renowned café to enjoy elevenses and some truly stunning views.

10.30 amSightseeingWork off breakfast with a stroll around some of the mainstays of East Dulwich; start by heading past the Library. A visual treat for any architecture fan, its building work remains untouched since its erection in 1897. From

here, head down Upland Road, where you’ll get a picture-perfect view from Canary Wharf to the London Eye; a Kodak moment waiting to happen. Round off your walk by visiting the village green, a gem for any Londoner in need of an escape from the hustle

and bustle of the city – you could even make a quick detour to the lake for a pedalo ride.

11.30 pmHistoryThe Horniman Museum is a much admired place that is worth a browse for their sheer range of exhibitions, if nothing else, from music to natural history and everything in between. The recently opened and widely acclaimed Horniman Aquarium beckons from here too.

12.30 pmLunchFor a light lunch, head over to the Magnolia Rooms; a hot spot that has changed hands and names many times before, returning to its roots and becoming a family-run restaurant. Clean and bright inside, it is strewn with graffitied wooden school chairs contrasting with statement wallpaper and mismatched lights. It’s kitsch enough to be cool, and a must-visit for an empty belly craving some attractive home-cooked fare.

3.00 pmCoffeeLordship Lane is a hub of activity and filled with all manner of independent traders and boutiques from art galleries to cheese shops. Make sure you visit Dolce Vita Catering for an award-winning

brownie, and the renowned East Dulwich Deli, which also holds a coveted stall in the Harrods Food Hall. Any men not interested in browsing can head over to the Champion Hill Stadium to see if

local team Dulwich Hamlet FC are playing at home.

6.00 pmTheatre + DinnerHead to Southwark Street to the newly revived Menier Chocolate Factory to start your evening. Resurrected in 2004 from its state as a disused chocolate factory, the now-theatre and restaurant

has been described as one of London’s greatest theatre hopes. Catch a show or cosy up in the à la Carte restaurant under dim lighting and dark wooden beams, surrounded by original fittings – a truly unique experience.

8.00 pmDrink

Head to the East Dulwich Tavern next; it’s a true reminder of why you’re in the area. A genuine local that won the Neighbourhood Pub Award 2009, it’s trendy with a relaxed vibe and view over

the green, as well as boasting a great selection of real ales.

9.30 pmDanceRound off your evening at the Black Cherry Bar. As with every other building in the vicinity, this ex-greengrocers is full of history. Live music and DJs regularly entertain until the small hours and it’s the perfect end to a good day out.

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Our resident LOndOn HOmes & PrOPerty

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It’s amazing how a couple of new shops can transform the perception of a neighbourhood. A really good example of this was the occasion of Marks and Spencer opening its ‘Simply Food’ store on Old Dover Road at the Blackheath Standard around three years ago. Many years before, this was the site of a cinema and in recent years it became in turn a branch of Safeway, Morrisons and Somerfield supermarkets.

The Blackheath Standard doesn’t possess the kind of chichi boutiques, cafés and shops that pepper nearby Blackheath Village. So the installation of an M&S was a sure sign of it going upmarket and indeed, since it opened, smart new shops have slowly sprung up around it, like the florist and gift shop Passion Flower, children’s shop Ottie and the Bea, and new cookery school and cookware retailer Blackheath Cooks. Shops like these are a clear indication of the gentrification of an area, which invariably gets a mixed response locally.

Residents of the Blackheath Standard fall into a wide range of income brackets

and, whilst some residents, mainly affluent professionals, were overjoyed that they at last could buy upmarket delicacies like filo pastry parcels, vegetarian sushi, rich chocolate truffle sauce and a host of other very high-quality fare, others were shocked that the store was flogging £13 chickens, single apples for the price of a whole bag at nearby Lewisham market, and dinky little slabs of Parmesan for the cost of a ploughman’s lunch at the pub.

Those on lower incomes mourned the demise of a traditional supermarket offering heavy discounting and a much greater range of lines, while higher income residents relished trips to buy the likes of freshly baked croissants and tiger prawns in exotic spices.

The recession may have completely shaken up the whole retail sector, and credit-crunched formerly staunch Waitrose aficionados now scour the aisles of pound shops, Aldi and Lidl in search of bargains, but one thing is for sure: our shops shape our neighbourhoods far more than we perhaps realise.

Changing times

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treading the boardsSouth East London is blessed with a rich selection of quality theatres.

Menier Chocolate FactoryA whole host of awards and West End transfers clearly indicate the quality of the work at this theatre in London Bridge. From 15 February to 19 March, Ruby Wax stars in Losing It, billed as a hilarious, and sometimes dark show, about mental illness.

020 7907 7060www.menierchocolatefactory.com

The Brockley Jack Studio Theatre This is a well-established, intimate fringe pub theatre seating up to 50 people. From 2 to 5 February, following sell-out performances elsewhere in London and prior to a national UK tour, it is staging Deirdre and Me, written and performed by Rachael Halliwell. It is described as an original one-woman show full of laugh-out-loud, yet poignant humour in the style of Alan Bennett and Victoria Wood.

0844 847 2454www.brockleyjack.co.uk

The Greenwich Playhouse While The Greenwich Theatre is a much-loved fixture of the South London arts scene, precious few people register its tiny neighbour, The Greenwich Playhouse. This highly regarded studio theatre consistently stages high-quality work. From 8 March to 3 April it offers The Maias by Eça de Queirós, which traces the decline of a 19th century aristocratic family and the incestuous love affair between a brother and sister, who are unaware of their blood relations.

The Greenwich Playhouse 020 8858 9256 www.galleontheatre.co.uk

The Greenwich Theatre 020 8858 7755www.greenwichtheatre.org.uk

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Licensing for estate agents couLd bring much needed standardisation to the industry

AlAsdAir CArpenter, Company DireCtor of LourDes

estate agents, Comments on the state of the resiDentiaL

property market

State of the market

C an I see your licence please? Although not a question usually asked of estate agents, it might be something they will need to become accustomed to hearing. The National Association of Estate

Agents (NAEA) has just launched the first licensing scheme for estate agents. As it currently stands the scheme will only be open to members of the NAEA and there is no legal requirement for estate agent to become members.

Although I firmly believe licensing should be introduced for estate agents, I have grave concerns for the way this is being introduced. Firstly, a voluntary scheme will only attract the reputable estate agents who probably don’t need any further governance. Secondly, I can’t help but think this should be a legal requirement introduced by the government and not a voluntary membership organisation. Surely the entire purpose of licensing the UK housing market is

to weed out rogue operators who indulge in unsavoury business practices? Those people are highly unlikely to volunteer to be licensed, regulated and scrutinised. My third and final concern, is whether the licensing scheme will be effectively marketed to the general public. Most of the people I speak to outside of the industry have no idea that the housing market is totally unregulated. They do not know that

the NAEA is a voluntary organisation and that estate agents are not legally required to join the organisation. As it stands anyone can set up an estate agency or work as an estate agent. So unless time, effort and money are invested into effectively communicating the need for licensing, then the entire exercise will be fruitless.

Estate agents have always suffered from a poor public perception, and without drastic measures this will never change. Grant Shapps, minister for housing, hailed the NAEA’s licensing scheme as a ‘symbolic moment’. I will reserve such enthusiasm for when Mr Shapps decides that licensing of estate agents in the UK needs to be mandatory. The public would like better industry standards; the reputable industry professionals would like a better public image; so surely the government should further legislate the industry? You wouldn’t use an unregulated accountant, solicitor, stockbroker or even taxi driver so there should be no reason for estate agents to escape accountability. Besides, wouldn’t it be a refreshing change to deal with someone educated in property? Someone that is knowledgeable about the finer details and laws of the property market. I would dearly love to see the wheeler-dealer image of estate agents buried forever.

Although I have my concerns about the current suggested scheme, I will stand behind it and make sure that my staff are licensed. As I am sure every other reputable, professional estate agent will be. It is often said that something is better than nothing and in this case it is probably true.

So, as of June 2011, when you are requiring the services of an estate agent make sure you are asking the question, are you licensed by the NAEA? There will be no shortage of agents who have taken the trouble to license their service, so make sure you are using one. n

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O n one day this January one headline read: ‘Property prices to reduce by 10% in 2011’. Oh dear. The next day, another headline stated: ‘House prices set to surge, market will take off

in Spring say experts’. Hooray. Is there anyone out there that is singing from the same hymn sheet?

If you believe that property prices are going to reduce, then it would be prudent to sell your property now and rent accommodation for one year, before buying a new home that would then be 10% cheaper.

Based upon a sale value of £300,000 and a subsequent rental cost of £1,500 per month (£18,000 per year), if you were to sell your property and buy it back a year later you would have made a profit of £12,000 in a falling market.

However, if you believe that we are set for a surge, then it would be prudent to wait before you sell so that you can gain the profit from an increased property value. If your property value increases by 10% then a year later you would have made a profit of £30,000 in a rising market.

A dilemma unfolds...do we or don’t we sell our property? And how do you decide?

Are the ‘facts’ in a tabloid newspaper more correct or less correct than the ‘facts’ in a well-known broadsheet? We need to be able to assess the quality of the ‘facts’ that are presented to us. A sceptic would probably say that anything printed in a newspaper is a bit iffy, but where else can we get our day to day knowledge?

It is currently impossible to make a rational decision based upon the reported market information as it swings from one extreme to another on a daily basis. Alternatively, if we were to rely upon the stability of our economy or politics then, yet again we are currently in the dark, and it is not until we see a thriving and vibrant economy that things will change.

• So it comes down to personal factors such as :• Is now the time to move on?• Are we ready to move on?

How do you know wHat to tHink wHen everyone is saying sometHing

different? Hilton ingram from HeatH estates spouts fortH...

Hilton’s

Hindsight

TO sellornOT TO sell?

• Can we afford to move on?• Is the interest rate going to increase?• Can we get a mortgage?Before we can make a decision we have to check

to see if there is a fly in the ointment. Nobody appears to have told the mortgage lenders that home owners would like to sell and buy properties, so the volume of mortgage products are at best, limited and also vary from day to day. Lenders appear to be removing products faster than creating new ones. Is this a sign of the market or a sign of the times?

Nowadays even a perfect credit history does not automatically entitle you to be a member of the elite club of mortgage receivers, so it is worth checking to see if you are able to get a mortgage offer before you start to make decisions about your future home.

The start of a new year always brings with it the desire to make a change, so there will no doubt be many of you looking to buy or sell – but which route are you going to take? n

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An Artistic ParadiseHOT PROPERTY:

Set within the thriving and artistic community of Havelock Walk, a charming mews located in the heart of Forest Hill, comes this spectacular live and work gallery and spacious home.

Designed by the internationally renowned sculptor Jeff Lowe, this unique and versatile warehouse set over three floors boasts approximately 5000sq ft of space and incorporates many unique features, including

architectural salvage balconies and cast iron radiators from France, art deco shop counters and cast iron columns from Spitalfields Market to shop counters and post office sorting desks.

Creating a perfect setting for a multitude of creative businesses of which Havelock Walk mews is already home to. To fully appreciate this outstanding property, please contact Heath Estates to arrange a private viewing.

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Havelock Walk, Se23£1,350,000

Heath Estates

www.heathestates.eu

020 8463 9955

FJLord.co.ukIt’s a Finance thing.

Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage.

You can choose how you pay for your mortgage advice. You have the option to pay by a fee, typically 1.95% of the loan amount. Alternatively you could pay by combination of a 1% fee and allow us to receive commission from the lender.

Registered Office: Colwyn House, Sheepen Place, Colchester, Essex, CO3 3LD. Registered in England, No: 06034381

LSLondon Stone

Properties

[email protected] 8855 2155 - 07747 865 383

9 Gunnery Terrace, Cornwallis Road, The Royal Arsenal, London, SE18 6SW

www.LondonStoneProperties.com

Smart, Modern, Bright 1 BedGood sized, clean and modern 1 bed, overlooking a courtyard with large rooms throughout and heaps of storage.FurnishedSE18 £196pw

Top Floor Flat with Floor to Ceiling Windows

the property overlooking the internal lagoon and fountains. Furnished

SE18 £242pw

Beautiful Furnished Loft Style Apartment

height ceilings throughout and a great modern kitchen. Furnished

SE18 £273pw

Fabulous Loft with Amazing Roof Skylights

living area that has a vaulted ceiling and loads of roof skylights. Furnished

SE18 £335pw

Fantastic 3 bed Penthouse on two FloorsA really great penthouse offering 3 genuine double bedrooms, 2 smart bathrooms and an ultra modern kitchen. Furnished

SE18 £358pw

Gorgeous Warehouse Conversion

bedrooms, two smart bathrooms and a large study area.Furnished/UnfurnishedSE18 £345pw

Royal Arsenal Riverside, Woolwich SE18A beautiful, gated

development nestling along the River Thames the Royal Arsenal is composed of gorgeous old warehouses and ultra chic modern buildings, many with splendid river views.

• Onsite gym and 24 hr concierge• Onsite delicatessen and café• Tranquil riverside setting• Gated Buildings• Onsite dry cleaners• Neighbours that become friends

Thames Clipper

23 mins to Canary Wharf by DLR20 mins by River Boat

LSLondon Stone

Properties

[email protected] 8855 2155 - 07747 865 383

9 Gunnery Terrace, Cornwallis Road, The Royal Arsenal, London, SE18 6SW

www.LondonStoneProperties.com

Modern Lagoon Facing Property2 Bed well presented apartment on this award winning development. Benefits include on-site 24 hour concierge, residents’ only gym, bistro and Youngs Pub. Train and DLR stations minutes from your door.

£279,995

3/4 Bed Town HouseSpacious 3 bed family home within walking distance of the town centre, good transport connections including the Royal Arsenal Pier for the Thames Clipper service.

£329,495

3rd Floor Courtyard ApartmentEnjoy the lifestyle of the Royal Arsenal Riverside. This property comes with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, main living area open plan with designer kitchen. Parking included.

£249,995

Riverside 2 Bed ApartmentAn attractive, bright and airy property with stunning Thames views obtained from the wall of glass fronting the open plan living area. Comes with 2 bathrooms, designer kitchen, balcony and includes parking.

£274,995

Split-Level 2 Bed Property 2 Bed apartment set on the top floor. It has west facing views of the Royal Arsenal’s historic buildings and of the Thames River. A period conversion with character, it is very spacious and benefits from a high specification. Includes Parking.

£329,995

Grade II Listed 2 Bed DuplexA fantastic west facing 2 bed warehouse conversion on the top floor, over 1300 sq ft. Exposed brickwork, sash windows, glass sliding wall, a vaulted 25 ft high oak ceiling within the open

plan living area. It has gas central heating. Comes with parking. £374,995

Royal Arsenal Riverside, SE18A beautiful, gated development nestling along the River Thames the Royal Arsenal is composed of gorgeous old warehouses and ultra chic modern buildings, many with splendid river views.

• Onsite gym and 24 hr concierge• Onsite delicatessen and café• Tranquil riverside setting• Gated buildings• Onsite dry cleaners• Neighbours that become friends

Thames Clipper

23 mins to Canary Wharf by DLR20 mins by River Boat

City View House, Bethnal Green New Caledonian Wharf SE16

To all landlord and sellers! Rendall and Rittner Letting limited would like to take the opportunity to invite you to contact one of our dedicated experienced members of staff to discuss your property requirements.

Rendall and Rittner Lettings Ltd.

£310,000 Leasehold £374,995 Leasehold

Sales

Unit 3, Vogan’s Mill, 17 Mill Street, London, SE1 2BZ Tel: 020 7702 0042 Fax: 020 7394 1937 Email: [email protected] www.randrlettings.co.uk

A two bedroom apartment is available in this former factory building situated along Bethnal green Road, which is an ideal location for Bethnal Green underground (central line) station, shops and bars. GCH. Weekday concierge. Excellent Location.

Two double bedroom/two bathroom apartment is available in this prestigious development known as New Caledonian Wharf. The property comprises: Entrance hallway leading to reception, which overlooks the courtyard. Two double bedrooms, master ensuite. Kitchen with a range of wall and base units. Parking. Onsite leisure facilities. 24 Hour concierge.

City View House, Bethnal Green Admiral Place, Rotherhithe SE16 £249,995 Leasehold£299,995 Leasehold

Two double bedroom maisonette, built alongside Rotherhithe Street, which is (in our opinion) a convenient location for local pubs, Thames clipper service and the newly opened Rotherhithe overground station. The property also benefits from a garage with parking area in front. Property requires some updating.Good Location.

Rare opportunity to purchase this one double bedroom apartment situated on the sixth floor of this former factory building situated in the heart of Bethnal Green, being ideal for the underground and local bus services to The City and beyond. Weekday concierge.

RiverHabitat.co.uk

ONE WEST INDIA QUAY, E14Luxury DupLex in the heart of Canary Wharf

n Crca. 2,500 Square Feetn South Facing Duplex Apartmentn 29th and 30th Floorsn Three Bedroom, Three Bathroomn Comes with car parking space

£1,500 pw Reduced

RESERVOIR STUDIOSChiC Contemporary GateD DeveLopment

n Large Live/Work Unit Spacen Currently with one Bedroomn Duplex 2nd & 3rd Floorn High Ceilings and Wooden Floorsn Close walking distance to Limehouse DLR

£395,000 LeasehoLd

River habitat

• [email protected] • T: 020 7791 9830 • F: 020 7791 9831 • The Suite LG. 655 Commercial Road, Limehouse, London E14 7LW

BELGRAVE COURTan unfurnisheD riversiDe CLassiC

n Direct River Viewsn 1,843 Sq. Ft. Unfurnishedn 9th Floorn 3 Bedroom, 3 Bath, 1 Cloakroomn Portered Block, 24 Hr Securityn Comes with Car Parking Space

£1,050 pw Reduced

BERKELEY TOWERa speCtaCuLar river vieW apartment

£815,000 LeasehoLd

n Fantastic River Viewsn 1,402 Sq. Ft.n 3rd Floorn Two Bedroom, 2 Bathn Portered Block, 24 Hr Securityn Comes with 2 car parking spaces

From their first steps to the first visit of the grandchildren, Hamptons International know what makes a family home. The comfort it will provide. The memories it will hold. We see beyond the bricks and mortar to help you find somewhere that’s, well, home.

City Office Sales. 020 7236 8398

[email protected]

Beyond your expectationswww.hamptons.co.uk

Fetter Lane, EC4 £239,000 LeaseholdThis delightful studio apartment is situated on the 4th floor of Clifford’s Inn, an extremely popular lift-serviced building with concierge near the Temple law courts.

Leyden Street, E1 £500,000 LeaseholdSet on the second floor of a popular art-deco building just east of Liverpool Street station, this unusually large 2 bedroom apartment is beautifully presented and very light.

Mitre Street, EC3 £550,000 LeaseholdThis 2 bedroom City apartment located just off Fenchurch Street has been beautifully refurbished throughout, with wooden floors and a contemporary kitchen and bathrooms.

Aldersgate Street, EC1 £475,000 LeaseholdSet on the 4th floor of an extremely popular lift-service building with a concierge service, this 2 bedroom 2 bathroom apartment has a balcony off the reception.

Boyd Street, E1 £535,000 LeaseholdSet on the third floor of a stunning warehouse conversion, this exceptional 2 bedroom flat offers a host of desirable features in particular the exposed brickwork.

Alie Street, E1 £570,000 LeaseholdThis brand new, stunning development is being offered off-plan with completion planned for March 2012.

Move in before the tax man does.For buyers in excess of £1million the increased stamp duty rate of 5% being introduced on the 6th April 2011 is an added incentive to complete before that date. We strongly recommend all sellers of these properties to make their move now whilst there is a flurry of buyers.£1,500,000 purchase SAVE £15,000£2,500,000 purchase SAVE £25,000£3,500,000 purchase SAVE £35,000

Tower Bridge Office Sales. 020 7407 3173

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Gullivers Wharf, E1W £750,000 LeaseholdAn exceptionally spacious, 1813 sq ft, 3 bedroom apartment within a converted warehouse building just off historic Wapping High Street.

Butlers Wharf West, SE1 £1,350,000 Leasehold A stunning penthouse on the Thames, with both bedrooms and reception facing the river and Tower Bridge.

Stable House, SE16 £389,000 LeaseholdA two bedroom, third floor apartment in Rotherhithe Village, with character brickwork and allocated parking.

Providence Square, SE1 £650,000 LeaseholdA well presented apartment with decked terrace overlooking the Japanese style water garden and two bedrooms.

Luna House, SE16 £1,150,000 LeaseholdA 3rd floor, two bedroom apartment, with reception room and both bedrooms facing the River Thames.

The Fountains, SE1 £565,000 Share of FreeholdA top floor 850 sq ft, two double bedroom refurbished duplex apartment in Shad Thames, with balcony, roof terrace and gated parking.

Renting a property is no reason to accept anything less than the perfect home. It’s still your personal oasis. Albeit for a shorter timeframe. That said nearly all our tenants renew their contracts. Proof that we know how to make people feel right at home.

City Office Lettings. 020 7236 8399

[email protected]


Wapping High Street, E1 £675 per weekA two bedroom apartment in this impressive development on the River Thames, benefit-ing from a large balcony and 24 hour concierge. Available furnished

Christina Street, EC2 £430 per weekA bright warehouse conversion with exposed brick work, high ceilings and hard wood floors. The apartment is between Square Mile and Shoreditch triangle. Available furnished

Barbican, EC2 £325 per week

More Barbican properties urgently required

St Andrews Hill, EC4 £525 per weekA large two double bedroom apartment in this period conversion in the heart of the City with plenty of character. Near to St Paul’s, Blackfriars and the Thames. Available furnished

City Road, EC1 £380 per weekA huge one bedroom apartment in this excellent development situated within easy reach of both The City and Islington. Available furnished

Commercial Street, E1 £425 per week

More Spitalfields properties urgently required

Let ByLet By

The Hamptons International team always go further to meet your personal property needs, whatever they may be. Over 97% of our clients say they would use us again or recommend us to others. Let us show you why.

Tower Bridge Office Lettings. 020 7407 3173

[email protected] your expectations

www.hamptons.co.uk

Dockhead Wharf, SE1 £400 per weekA one bedroom warehouse conversion in Shad Thames boasting exposed brick work, part wood floors and parking.

Millennium Square, SE1 £545 per weekA stylish two double bedroom apartment boasting contemporary bathroom, solid wood floors and private balcony.

Little London Court, SE1 £545 per weekA beautifully refurbished two bedroom apartment boasting two modern bathrooms and kitchen, wood floors and off street parking space.

Merganser Court, E1W £495 per weekA beautiful one bedroom apartment with direct access to balcony overlooking St Katharine Dock’s, parking and porter.

St Saviours Wharf, SE1 £600 per weekA newly refurbished two double bedroom two bathroom apartment set within a warehouse conversion boasting, balcony, porter, parking.

St Saviours Wharf, SE1 £425 per weekA fantastic one bedroom apartment set within a warehouse conversion boasting exposed brickwork, wood floors, porter and parking.

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Kent Retreat in Sundridge ParkHOT PROPERTY:

This is a magnificent example of an Arts and Crafts detached property, built in 1906 and occupying one of the largest plots in this location in Kent. The beautiful six bedroom family home showcases many appealing features of this exciting architectural period. The entrance hall is exceptionally welcoming, with an open fireplace, and the beautifully crafted, extended kitchen and breakfast room is at the heart of the home. The first floor, with four bedrooms and three bathrooms/en-suites, is reached by a

breathtaking split oak staircase and galleried landing.The second floor has endless versatility, with three

more rooms, currently used as a gym, study and store, and an extensive garden: set on a plot of two thirds of an acre with an outdoor pool, terrace and pool house, there is further potential for a tennis court and outbuildings. This charming period property in excess of 5,500 square feet on a large plot is nonetheless conveniently located for the practicalities of family life.

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Unique

www.uniquepropertiesuk.com

020 8378 1222

£1,950,000

www.ashdale.com

020 8466 844556 BECKENHAM LANE • BROMLEY • KENT • BR2 0DQ

CHELSFIELD PARK, KENT BR6 £1,860,000 A unique opportunity to be the owner of this magnificent newly built six bedroom, six bathroom detached house, in a sought after prestigious residential area in Chelsfield Park, Kent. A short walk from Chelsfield mainline rail station

and greenbelt countryside. This is a highly desirable new property and location

BROMLEY, KENT BR1 £650,000

An outstanding six double bedroom detached house located in a popular location north of Bromley Town Centre with its extensive amenities and

night life. Six bedroom, four reception rooms with three bathrooms make this property into an ideal family house, great schools and easy access

into central London.

BIGGIN HILL, KENT TN16 £425,000

A really delightful four bedroom detached house situated in the sort after location of Swievelands Road, Biggin Hill. This property has an abundance of features and benefits including a superb heated outdoor swimming pool.

Internally no expense has been spared by its current owners.

CUDHAM, KENT TN14 £895,000

A really spectacular four bedroom detached house situated in a semi- rural location of Cudham, Kent. Boasting a secluded and well maintained

gardens/grounds. This property has numerous features including a superb outdoor heated swimming pool. An internal viewing is a must.


Four bedroom end of terrace house situated in Sheridan Place, Bromley. Within easy access to Bromley town centre, mainline station, amenities & good schools. Modern fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, four

bedrooms, double glazing, gas central heating & superbly maintained in this gated development.

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interiorsItalian Luxury in The UkItalian furniture company Giusti Portos enters the UK market with the introduction of three luxurious bed collections: Angelica, Ducale and Perlage. Each bed is distinctive not only for its Italian craftsmanship and quality, but also for its elegant shape and lavish finish. The Angelica and Ducale beds are both made of hand-forged solid iron and come in a silver leaf pickled finish. Ducale also comes in a worn iron finish and Perlage’s finish, solid forged iron sheet, in pearl or red pearl. “I am delighted to enter such a prestigious Italian name into the UK market,” says UK sales manager Gianfranco Bianchi. “The initial response to Giusti Portos has been extremely positive and I firmly believe it will be a huge success.”

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Callister Russell Opens Chelsea ShowroomFollowing a highly successful year, December saw award-winning luxury interior design consultancy, Callister Russell, launch their prestigious London showroom. Located in Worlds End Studios near Chelsea Harbour, the showroom demonstrates the company’s extraordinary interior design concepts and inspirational furnishing solutions. It will also act as an innovation studio and meeting facility to enable the design team to host business appointments. “By displaying a range of designs and bespoke furniture pieces, the showroom will provide the perfect platform for people to see exactly what we can do for them,” explains Henrietta Perry, Callister Russell’s head of design.

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In designing the interior of Mulberry’s new New Bond Street store, London-based Universal Design Studio has created a retail environment like no other. A vast concrete ‘warehouse-style’ floor provides the canvas for a selection of bespoke features including sculptured oak display stands, distinctive handmade irregular tiles, and an 8.7m-long polished brass cash desk. The backbone

of the store is an undulating, traditionally crafted, dry-stone wall, which helps retain heat in the winter and cool air in the summer. Universal Design Studio designed the store with the aim of achieving a BREEAM rating of ‘Excellent’ – something considered highly unusual in retail construction.

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Fire: the jewellery oF our landscapeTransform your outdoor living space with this astonishing Elena Colombo installation. The elegance and artistry of the Branch Trough typifies Elena’s work, which aims to extend architectural design into the natural landscape by addressing our primal need for the elements earth, fire, water, and wind.

Owner and operator of Colombo Construction Corporation, Elena is both a classically trained sculptor and architectural designer, something apparent in each of her conceptually styled, site-specific works. Elena’s fire features are graceful and contemporary and at the same time manage to take us back to a much simpler, ancient existence.

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John Makepeace could easily be called the father of British furniture design. He found national acclaim early in his career when his retail products for Heals, the Centenary Dining Room for Liberty’s, caught the

attention of furniture specialists. During the 1960s he won several high-profile design competitions, before becoming a founder trustee of the Crafts Council in the 1970s, and setting up Parnham College, an institution that integrated the teaching of fine craftsmanship with design and entrepreneurship.

Through the ‘80s and ‘90s, John addressed some of forestry’s most pressing economic concerns. He brought together foresters, chemists, material scientists, structural engineers and designers to research and develop sustainable technologies and new building systems. The award-winning buildings that resulted at the Hooke Park campus in Dorset are proof of a most successful multi-disciplinary collaboration.

Represented in numerous collections including

the Victoria and Albert Museum, London, the Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge, and the Museum fur Kunstandwerk, Frankfurt, John now works to commission, although he has recently introduced a range of affordable limited editions.

In 1988 John became an OBE for his services to furniture design, and was given the Lifetime Achievement Award by the Furniture Society (USA) in 2002.

This year, to honour his achievements, Somerset House is hosting the first ever solo John Makepeace exhibition, bringing together pieces from public and private collections from the UK and abroad, including his famous Mitre chair, made to celebrate HM the Queen and Prince Philip’s Silver Wedding Anniversary.

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For Victorian town planners, urban green spaces were a means of improving the lives of city dwellers. Since then, as cities have sprawled towards the countryside and grown towards the

heavens, municipal city parks and gardens have been in decline. Now, thanks to research into the social, environmental and economic values of things like ‘green roofs’ and ‘living walls’, urban green space is undergoing a revival.

The aesthetic appeal of plants in concrete-heavy environments is obvious; so, too, is the positive impact they have on wildlife, but research shows that the benefits of urban greenery go way beyond that.

A study by the University of Michigan showed that a 21,000 sq ft green roof will save $200,000 over its lifetime and that on a day that reaches 90°F, the same green roof will reduce insolation – the absorption of solar radiation by roads and buildings – by more than half.

If well-designed and cared for, green roofs can help regulate a building’s internal temperature, reduce storm water runoff, and extend a roof’s lifespan. That’s probably why they’re appearing in increasing frequency atop residential homes and office buildings across the city.

Horizontal surfaces are not the only part of buildings sprouting green roots – plants are also growing upwards. Living walls – also known as vertical gardens, green walls or biowalls – are becoming more popular. As well as insulating buildings and providing a habitat for insects and birds, living walls can offer privacy, screen eyesores, and draw the eye upward to create the illusion of space. They also reduce air temperature and lessen noise pollution by absorbing city sounds.

For city horticulturists faced with a limited availability of space, living walls offer a great way to make use of vertical surfaces. No longer restricted to traditional tall and skinny plant ranges like conifers and climbers, gardeners can create thriving vertical spaces by planting materials similar to those found on cliff faces. Wild flowers, mosses, and berries, for example, will create tapestries of colour, form and texture in even the smallest of gardens.

At home, not only do green roofs and living walls help stabilise the balance between the built and natural environment, they also leave valuable ground space for children to play in, or for parents to host dinner parties. Perfect for urban living. n

InnovatIons In the way we use space are openIng up a host of plantIng

possIbIlItIes. ‘green roofs’ and ‘lIvIng walls’ are IncreasIng urban bIodIversIty

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If you fancy ownIng your own stunnIng vIews of the sIbIllInI MountaIns and the

adrIatIc sea wIthout the hassle of ownIng the property outrIght, then fractIonal

ownershIp could be the sIMple answer

D o you dream of owning an idyllic, second home, where you can escape from the rat race? Do you visualise resting in a sun lounger on your own Italian terrace, with a glass of wine

from your own vineyard, watching the patchwork quilt of the countryside laid out before you? If this is your dream, but you’re put off by the thought of navigating your way through foreign legislation, unfamiliar builders, and the cost of renovation and maintenance of the property whilst you’re not in residence, then here is the ideal solution. Appassionata is a boutique fractional business which offers customers fractional ownership in the stunning region of Le Marche, Italy.

Founders of Appassionata, Michael Hobbs and Dawn Cavanagh-Hobbs visited the culture-rich region of Le Marche in 2004 and immediately fell in love with the beauty of the area, the people and the Italian lifestyle. They decided to set up their boutique business three years later after constantly hearing

about the regrets holiday home owners had with buying a property outright.

The idea behind fractional ownership is that you select and purchase the number of weeks you want to use per year, and share the running costs with your co-owners. Owners get an actual stake in the company that owns the property and, therefore, a share of the deed. This purchase is forever, allowing owners to choose to sell their stake, rent out the property for the duration of their weeks, or pass it on to their family whenever they choose.

Earlier this year, the Financial Times Weekend Magazine looked into fractional ownership, commenting that: “Fractional ownership, seen through the prism of a global downturn, has become a strikingly attractive and popular option.” Fractional ownership is the easy way of achieving a trustworthy, luxuriously maintained holiday home without the price tag or responsibility of maintenance.

Appassionata’s Estate Giacomo Leopardi is set close to Montefiore dell’Aso in the gorgeous and

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culture-rich region of Le Marche. The wonderfully preserved medieval Montefiore Dell’ Aso has been voted one of Italy’s most beautiful towns. It offers visitors gorgeous local food, fantastic scenery, classic architecture around the town centre, with beaches ten minutes away and the Sibillini Mountains less than an hour away.

Estate Giacomo Leopardi, aptly named after one of Italy’s most famous Romantic poets, consists of two properties in five acres of land, with vistas overlooking the Adriatic Sea, as well as breathtaking views of the Sibillini Mountains. The estate has been created to tempt anyone’s interest in all seasons with a large swimming pool, all-weather tennis court, private terraces, landscaped gardens and newly planted vineyard.

Casa Giacomo is a four-bedroom, three-bathroom property comprising 2,150 square feet over two floors. The property is set in its own private grounds of the estate and has been decorated to a luxuriously high standard. The interiors have been created with just the right balance, ensuring a harmonious blend of traditional and modern materials, creating a feeling of home whatever the season. Interior designer, Dawn, worked hard to ensure that the property possesses original art, antique furniture and high-quality modern

fittings which all work together to give the best of classic Italian design, mixed with modern convenience. Casa Leopardi is a spacious and traditional Italian farmhouse that is currently being restored into a wonderful five-bedroom home, which will contain the same exquisite level of high-quality accommodation throughout and will be ready to move into this year.

This exclusive development has only ten shares available for each house, but with 40 per cent of the luxurious Casa Giacomo already snapped up by discerning buyers, prospective owners will need to move quickly to own their share of this affordable Italian dream. And if a stake in a gorgeous Italian home isn’t enough to entice you, then buying a share in these properties means also purchasing a stake in the olive oil production from the olive groves around the property, production from the lavender plants, and a share of the wine from the Estate’s vineyards.

So, with the New Year upon us, why not make your dream of owning your own Italian estate a reality and start 2011 with a new and exciting adventure that will benefit you year after year? n

For more information on Appassionata please visit: www.appassionata.com

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T he increasingly interrelated nature of the banking systems around the world, coupled with more accessible information via mobile technology and social media, has helped to shape the

nature of overseas property purchases in 2011.

New build vs off-plaNGiven that many developed property markets, such as Spain, have high levels of property stock, the trend for 2011 is for buyers to seek out ready-built properties and resale properties, with established facilities, to minimise risk.

Mortgage typeChoosing the bank a buyer deals with could be as important as choosing the country to buy in. Banks with low exposure to weaker economies and bad debt may offer keener mortgage rates for foreign national buyers.

The currency of the mortgage will be more of an important factor, and buyers will think more carefully about whether they opt for a Euro, Swiss Franc, or local currency mortgage.

access to iNforMatioNIncreasing access to overseas, property-related information, enabling checks on the reputation of developers or agents, and to monitor what’s happening in a chosen property market, will help buyers in 2011. This may lead to some novice, overseas property buyers becoming overly confident, simply because they can access lots of information online. A good overseas property agent, who can guide you through the local buying process and prompt on what needs to be done, is essential.

More deMaNdiNg property buyersAlong with the economic downturn, news emanating from many overseas destinations of price drops (in Spain, property prices are down on the Costa del Sol 20 per cent since 2005, according to the Bank of Spain) has helped shape buyer expectations.

2011 will continue to be the year of bargain hunters, although many will realise the really cheap properties, or bank repossessions, are not all of “holiday home” quality, or in the right location. So headline prices will continue to stimulate interest, but the reality may not always match up to buyer expectations.

cost-savvy buyers, aNd owNersAs government budget cuts bite, many overseas property buyers will continue to seek ways of keeping costs down. Alternatives to buying outright could become more popular. For example, we could see more people buying leaseback properties, which combine holiday home ownership, with hassle-free maintenance and income generation. n

Louise Reynolds MCIM, is a chartered marketer and director of Property Venture

Recent global economic pRoblems, have seRiously impacted the tRends foR

oveRseas puRchasing, says Louise ReynoLds

A booming mArkeT

PoPular countries• Spain still has all the same attractions it

used to have, in spite of the challenges it has faced with its economy and pockets of surplus property stock. People still want to buy Spanish property for the warm climate, easy accessibility and the enviable Mediterranean lifestyle. It will continue to prove popular in 2011, as people seek to snap up bargains.

• Turkey will become more prominent as a holiday home destination and property investment location. In some respects it is becoming the “new Bulgaria”, in as much as it offers keenly priced, holiday home property along its varied coastline, but also investment property in its capital city, Istanbul.

• Morocco will raise its profile on the world stage in 2011 as an emerging holiday home destination, with its combination of beautiful coastal development on the Mediterranean and Atlantic coastlines, and its city centre attractions of Marrakech and Tangiers.

A million miles away from it all...

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...under an hour from the CityPerched high on the Kentish Weald in 40 acres of private, gated grounds and with

far reaching views over some of southern England’s most beautiful landscapes,

Swaylands offers a tranquil escape from the pressures of modern life.

With a selection of 2 and 3 bedroom apartments, each individually designed to

maximise the advantages of this elegant setting, these magnificent homes

provide impressive living spaces of up to 3055 sq ft. Whether you choose historic

Swaylands House, dating from the mid 1800s, or newly built Woodgate Manor,

each benefits from the same high quality finishes and exceptional levels of

specification throughout. There is also a tennis court and gym for the exclusive

use of residents.

Idyllic Penshurst village is under half a mile away and Swaylands is just 6 miles

from the sophisticated charms of Royal Tunbridge Wells with its comprehensive

shopping, restaurants and entertainment.

The view from Swaylands

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ProPerty Latest

Construction has started on one of the most hotly anticipated buildings in the City.

Dubbed the ‘Walkie Talkie,’ 20 Fenchurch Street will be completed in 2014, cover 690,000 sq ft across 37 storeys and be topped by a public sky garden.

The development is being led by Canary Wharf Group and Land Securities. Managing director of Land Securities’ London portfolio, Robert Noel, said at the opening ceremony on 18 January 2011: “In January 2010 we were the first property company to commit to starting major developments in London in this cycle, as we saw a supply constrained market evolving for prime office space between 2012 and 2014.

“In starting work on 20 Fenchurch Street with the Canary Wharf Group today, we begin an exciting journey that will bring together our complementary skills in development, leasing and construction to create a new landmark for London.”

www.20fenchurchstreet.co.uk

Property consultancy Chesterton Humberts will freeze VAT on fees until 28 February 2011. Sellers can benefit from the VAT freeze at 17.5 per cent on fees earned through newly signed sales instructions between 4 January and 28 February 2011.

Chesterton Humberts will pay the extra 2.5 per cent themselves, as long as sellers instruct the company as sole

agents at their standard commission rate and contracts are exchanged on or before 30 April 2011.

Robert Bartlett, Chesterton Humberts CEO, comments: “We want to give property owners considering selling a bit of motivation. With prices rising across the board, we want to do what we can to minimise the pain.”

Work begins on 20 Fenchurch street

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FAirFielD QuArterClose to Bow Church, Fairfield Quarter has affordable homes available where it is possible to buy, subject to eligibility criteria, a 25 per cent share of a one bedroom apartment. This ranges from £41,000 to £56,750, based on full market price ranges from £164,000 to £227,000. You can increase your share of the property at any time.

Genesis Homes 0845 600 4663 www.genesishomes.org.uk

copper ApArtmentsNew developments are a bit thin on the ground in the Greenwich and Blackheath area at present, but one that has generated plenty of interest is Copper Apartments, on Invicta Road - a small, new development. With an eye-catching design, this features 13 apartments built in a very contemporary style. Humphreys Skitt currently offers a £325,000 two bedroom ground floor apartment with a terrace and state-of-the-art kitchen and bathroom.

Humphreys Skitt020 8297 1697 www.humphreys-skitt.com

lett roADDevelopments in the area being built independently of the Olympic site include 64 one, two and three bedroom apartments at the striking, contemporary Lett Road development near the Olympic Park, with prices ranging from £235,000 to £337,500.

Currell Residential 020 8555 0282 www.lettroad.com

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Star property

At St John’s, the majority of the apartments either have their own garden area on the ground floor or balconies/ terraces above. There is just one two bedroom, two bathroom executive apartment on the market on the ground floor. This apartment can be seen in the left of the picture; its delightful garden area is to the side.

Price: £359,950For more details, please contact: Margaret Keenan King Sturge, Blackheath 020 8852 8383

DevelopmentSt John’S, Blackheath iS a new and recently releaSed development By

Belway homeS. it iS an impoSing development of fourteen two and three

Bedroom executive apartmentS in Sought after Blackheath, Se3

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e ach of the fourteen apartments at St John’s has its own parking space in a car park to the rear, which is included in the sale price. All apartments have beautiful

fitted kitchens with granite worktops and AEG appliances, including integrated dishwasher and fridge/freezers. Striking stainless steel single ovens, chimney extractor hood and splashback to rear of ceramic hobs finish off this area. Ivory ceramic floor tiles are to be found in all kitchens, bathrooms and utility cupboards.

Energy efficiency has not been forgotten, with low voltage downlights in rooms and high efficiency condensing boilers with hot water storage cylinders, wet system radiators and chrome heated towel rails in bathrooms and en suites, complete the heating arrangements. Bathrooms have been designed with white fittings throughout.

The large halls benefit from laminate wood flooring which extends into the living area. Internal doors have chrome plated door furniture and bedrooms are carpeted throughout and include built in wardrobes with shelf and hanging rails. All walls are covered with matt white

emulsion and satinwood to the internal joinery. Safety is an important feature at St John’s which has been fitted with a video door entry system into the communal hall.

St John’s is close to St John’s Church which lends its name to the area. The green space of Blackheath is a breath of fresh air and a short walk away. Acres of unspoilt land on the heath, combined with the buzz of the true urban village, which can be found at both Blackheath Village and Blackheath Standard, add to the enjoyment of St John’s.

Greenwich Park with its sweeping vistas across the London skyline, part of the Maritime Greenwich World Heritage Site, is close by. A walk down the hill in the park, London’s oldest Royal park, with its wilderness garden and deer park, leads to nearby Greenwich and the centre of the Maritime World Heritage Site.

Weekend markets, handsome architecture, museums, a theatre, an art house cinema and great mix of restaurants and bars, give residents and visitors alike a great choice of activities.

St John’s, Blackheath has been designed with care, thought and perfect attention to detail, making it an excellent proposition for your new home. n

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A ll the indicators are showing that the buy-to-let sector is gaining resurgence.

Agents are reporting that demand for rental properties is at an all-time high, with new tenant registrations

outstripping available accommodation – an average of 5.2 tenants are now vying for each property, while rental yield is increasing year on year.

The reasons behind this surge are quite clear: lack of available funding for purchases, strict criteria, large deposits out of reach for first-time buyers, government cuts in social housing and a lack of appetite to build by the large nationals.

None of the above conditions are likely to change in the foreseeable future, and as young people cannot live with their parents forever and need their own space, demand will not cease. Moreover, as we live on an overcrowded island where living space is finite, logic dictates that, yes, it is a sound investment. Perhaps that’s why it is the only market sector where lenders are vying for position – lenders generally, are not daft; they know how, and where, to make money!

So, fancy being a landlord? Think it sounds an easy way to make money? Well, it’s not as simple as it may sound.

Although, this sector of lending is quite buoyant, lenders are still quite fussy about who they will accept – it is not the free-for-all of days gone by.

By and large, the lenders are looking for larger deposits, 25 per cent being the practical norm, good

We take a look at the pros and cons of becoming a landlord

credit scoring, preferably experienced landlords, certainly existing homeowners.

They will resist what they see as amateurs, expecting to see good historical conduct of accounts, and proper tax returns. Proof of income to demonstrate affordability to offset rental voids, as well as a wide margin of rental income over mortgage costs is also important. In particular, lenders are very wary of low-quality housing in less quality areas – they have no intention of funding potential slum landlords.

Every lender in the marketplace will adopt some or all of the above criteria. Sourcing the best deal is a minefield, and can really only be achieved by using a mortgage broker experienced in that sector, and one can be found in your vicinity on www.unbiased.co.uk.

That’s without the problem of finding a tenant, managing the property, dealing with delinquent tenants, rental voids, legal and taxation issues. Before venturing into this sector, potential investors should seek advice from an experienced letting agent, as well as professional, legal and taxation advice.

So, after all that, is it really a sound investment?Very much so, but it is a serious investment that

requires serious thought and personal involvement, and is not for the faint-hearted! n

Ron Radway is a mortgage consultant with Docklands Mortgages. For further details visit www.docklandsmortgages, or call 0203 174 042

a sound investment?Is buy to let

Central location next to Canary Wharf, iconic architecture and extensive luxury leisure facilities make Prime Avenue the prime residential investment opportunity in London today.

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full height windows, luxury flooringPRIME FACILITIES: Concierge services, valet parking, 24 hour security, retail and restaurant

PRIME LEISURE: Health spa and gymnasium with swimming pool, sauna, steam and hydrotherapy pool

PRIME TRANSPORT: Next to Crossharbour DLR station and short walk to Canary Wharf underground

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Cory Askew asks What do Chinese students and investment bankers have in Common?

WARSTurf

I t may sound like the opening line for a bad joke, but the two groups are fighting a pitched battle on the mean streets of Canary Wharf and Docklands

At stake are the unseasonably sparse levels of rental accommodation in the area. Students now find themselves being fallen over to be accommodated and no longer avoided by private landlords. Nothing altruistic here in the landlord’s intentions, these new breed of students are typically from China or elsewhere in the Far East, usually pay a premium and are able to pay the entire amount of annual rent up front. So dramatic is their buying power that many of the Docklands’ typical renters, the corporate soldiers of Canary Wharf, are being priced out of the rental market.

The average (and until now ubiquitous) one bedroom Docklands apartment has seen its average value surge from £250 per week to a staggering £350 per week in the course of four months over

the third and fourth quarters of 2010. The shortage is pushing up values in surrounding areas of E16 and as far out as the Olympic sites

in Stratford. Whisper it, but the perennially ‘up-and-coming’ Royal Docks may have finally arrived, due to property shortages in the surrounding area.

It’s not just renters who are coming from the Far East, but investors are also back en-masse, and seriously looking in the area to buy property around Docklands and Canary Wharf. They are attracted to the waterside location and the plentiful new build developments that are popping up every month. They

are typically not interested in anything other than new build, and see living in someone else’s old house much like wearing someone else’s old shoes. New build is the ultimate buy, but it has to be in a convenient and upmarket area.

In response to the growing demand from renters and buyers from the Far East, our office has hired Shih Yu, who speaks Cantonese and Mandarin. He joined the lettings department last year as a negotiator with the hope that he might be able to use his language skills. So far, he hasn’t had a problem doing exactly this and has been an irreplaceable asset to the office.

In fact, the effect has been far more dramatic than expected, as we are suddenly getting many more Far Eastern landlords, tenants, vendors and buyers because they know they can speak to Shih Yu in their own language. Whether renting, letting, buying or selling, the processes are stressful and sometimes complicated. The knowledge that they can understand fully and communicate with comfort and ease is very reassuring for customers and, as a consequence, the word-of-mouth effect has been staggering.

As the other BRIC (Brazil, Russia, India and China) nations continue to prosper, no doubt we will be seeing many more buyers from these countries investing and renting in London. Dutifully, estate agents will have to keep up with this influx of foreign clients and, if our experience with Shih Yu can be repeated, we will undoubtedly be hiring more employees with language skills. nCory Askew is associate director of the Chesterton Humberts’ Canary Wharf & Docklands office 020 7510 8300 www.chestertonhumberts.com

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B uyer confidence in the £1m plus property market remains high, according to new research. We spoke to estate agents, developers and mortgage brokers, and almost three quarters (73

per cent) of those surveyed say that confidence is either high or neutral among those people considering purchasing properties worth £1m or more.

However, just over a quarter (27 per cent) of those surveyed claim that buyers in the prime property market are concerned about future prospects. They believe that the top three obstacles impacting sales of £1m plus properties are a lack of suitable properties, fear of a ‘double dip’ recession, and a lack of finance.

Latest Land Registry figures show that the number of properties sold annually in England and Wales for over £1m increased from 506 for the year to August 2009 to 731 the year to August 2010, an increase of 44 per cent. Signs of continued confidence at this end of the residential property market are supported by estate agents who have seen a marked increase in the number of buyers competing for each property worth £1m or more. Indeed, the Investec £Million Plus Property Market Barometer shows that almost two thirds (65 per

cent) of estate agents surveyed are seeing between six and 20 buyers per £1m plus property.

Despite signs of sustained confidence in the prime property market, our research demonstrates that access to finance remains a major issue for those looking to purchase properties worth £1m or more. Some potential buyers are struggling to secure mortgages and other personal loans, due to the less flexible lending criteria adopted by many banks.

Mortgage brokers in particular are concerned about the lack of finance. This lack of available credit is supported by the latest figures from the Council of Mortgage Lenders (November 2010), which reveals that net mortgage lending is estimated to be around £9bn this year, the lowest level since 1980.

One solution could be our £Million Plus mortgage, which is targeted at high net worth professionals who do not get paid along conventional lines, but rather accrue irregular income such as lump-sum bonuses. The new custom-made mortgage offering takes overall income and wealth into account, rather than just the value of an individual’s property and their regular monthly income. n

Jack Jones specialises in private bank mortgages at Investec Specialist Private Bank.

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Built on the historic Lovell’s Wharf site and designed to maximise light and magnificent views along the river, Lovell’s offers a collection of bright, spacious one, two and three bedroom apartments and penthouses with extensive terraces, all finished to an exceptionally high standard and ready to move into now.

Penthouse £835,000*

* Price correct at time of going to print

Royal Arsenal Riverside SE18, is one of London’s most exciting riverside communities, where facilities for residents include a 24 hour concierge, gym, open space, car club and Young’s pub and dining. The latest phase, The Warehouse No.1 Street, offers stylish warehouse living with all the convenience and benefits of a new build home, combining smart contemporary interiors with architecture that reflects the heritage of this unique location. Stylish touches include exposed brick detailing, and each home has a balcony or terrace.

1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments. Prices from £245,000

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Sales and Marketing Suite and Show Apartments open 7 days a week. 10am – 6pm and until 8pm on Thursdays. For information call 020 8331 7130

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London & Regional Properties and King Sturge

would like to introduce you to Lovell’s Wharf,

a low-rise and light-filled development within

walking distance of Maritime Greenwich and

with exclusive access to the River Thames.

Lovell’s Wharf represents an opportunity to

acquire a stunning new home that you can truly

enjoy living in.

On weekdays, the unique location gives you

easy access to Canary Wharf, the City and the

West End thanks to the DLR, Jubilee Line, as

well as other rail and Riverbus connections.

At the weekend, enjoy a short walk along the

Thames Path that takes you to Greenwich

Village, its Royal Park, historic buildings,

markets, traditional pubs, modern bars,

dynamic restaurants and charming shops.

In addition to offering apartments that are 20-

30% more spacious than other developments

in the area, Lovell’s is a residence designed for

outside living - something the development

celebrates with tidal gardens, paths and a

central square. Large balconies and terraces

mean residents can live in harmony with their

surroundings and Lovell’s environmental

credentials include green roofs and ground

source heat pump heating.

• Stunning two and three bedroom

penthouses

• Bright and spacious one, two, and three

bedroom apartments

• High standard of interior finish

• Excellent eco-homes rating

RiveRside living in the heaRt of gReenwichIf you’ve been dreaming of riverfront living, stunning panoramic views and a genuine Greenwich address, then head to Lovell’s

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History and Heritage

Lovell’s is the latest example of the regeneration

of former industrial wharves. In the 19th and

20th centuries, the names Lovell’s, Granite,

Badcock’s and Pipers Wharves would have been

familiar to river travellers and the residents of

Greenwich. However, back then, the line of

wharves barred direct access from the local

streets to the river itself.

Today, Lovell’s opens up the river to its

residents and neighbours in the East Greenwich

Conservation Area. An extension to the

Thames Path at Lovell’s has been designed

to link Greenwich Peninsula (including the O2

entertainment centre and North Greenwich

Jubilee Line station) with the historic buildings of

the Maritime Greenwich World Heritage Site.

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Currently, only the largest penthouse is available

on the market. It has three bedrooms, two

bathrooms, and its own balcony which faces the

river and garden.

“The Lovell’s penthouses have the most

stunning panoramic views of the River Thames,

Canary Wharf skyline, The 02 and Greenwich

Peninsula,” says Margaret Keenan, King Sturge

Associate. “Add to this the high specification

of the contemporary interior finishes and

you have a truly spectacular home. Lovell’s

embraces 21st century climate-conscious living

and one of the main features is the ground

source heat pump heating which does not

require internal radiators. Lovell’s really is a

great place to live.”

For more information and to arrange a visit, please call

Margaret Keenan at King Sturge on 020 8090 0276

Price: £835,000

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