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elcome to Berkeley Life magazine, bringing strong community or a waterside property. Discover you the very best of our quality homes and how being close to rivers or lakes can boost your Wa lifestyle to match. wellbeing in our Calm Waters feature. We know that buying a home is one of the most Sustainability is hugely important to us, with all our important decisions you’ll ever make and, in this developments helping people, communities and the magazine, we’ll show you everything you can expect environment to flourish together, and there’s more on from buying a Berkeley home. how we do this in our Wild at Heart feature. Our We create exceptional places for people to live, work commitment to the environment was part of the reason and enjoy, designed for today, tomorrow and the future. why we won the Queen’s Award for Enterprise in 2008 And with incredible design in mind, in this issue we and 2014 – the only developer to win this award twice take a look at bespoke watches, aesthetic cycling gear – and Best Housebuilder at the Building Awards 2017. and the stunning penthouse at our new development We also picked up a UK Customer Satisfaction Award One Blackfriars – it will blow you away. in 2016 because we always give our customers The importance of location is always paramount impeccable service. That’s why 98 per cent of and Berkeley has somewhere for everyone, with customers say they would recommend us to a friend. developments all over London, the South East, and They would say their decision to purchase a home the Midlands. We also strive to protect the country’s with Berkeley has enhanced their lives. So elsewhere in wonderful heritage. Our feature on Trent Park the magazine, we look at other ways you can do this explores this charming landmark’s rich history that whether it’s taking the road trip of a lifetime, eating an we are helping to preserve. experiential meal, or relaxing on a tropical island. We offer choices for everyone, whether you’re a Pursuit of quality is something that we have first-time buyer desiring a city centre location, a prided ourselves on for more than 40 years. It’s what couple looking for somewhere to retire, or a family makes us who we are and sets us apart from others. needing more space. Perhaps you’re looking for a That’s the Berkeley difference.

Berkeley Life 3 24 On the road again Your guide to the most exciting Contents drives around the world Seven wonders 06 From eco-friendly designs and a fairytale castle to the most expensive gin in the world

12 BERKELEY Bespoke It’s all in the details, according to Adrian Aldred, founder of luxury custom watch service Convopiece The sky’s the limit 16 Discover the inspiration behind One Blackfriars World’s greatest drives 24 The most spectacular road trips to experience

32 EDITOR: Zoe Birdsall The art of sound DEPUTY EDITOR: Matt Lizzimore Create your own decorative wall with speakers ART DIRECTOR: Sandra Marques MANAGING EDITOR: Ilana Harris 34 PICTURE EDITOR: Dominique Campbell Painting with food CONTRIBUTORS: Mark Bailey, Tom Bailey, Noam The Man Behind the Curtain talks culinary artistry Friedlander, Chantelle Horton, Alison Krog, Martin Port, Gershon Portnoi, Paul Simpson, Monicha Tully Wild at heart 38 PRODUCTION MANAGER: Anthony Davis How Berkeley is helping to increase biodiversity HEAD OF PRODUCTION OPERATIONS: Trevor Simpson at Kidbrooke Village in south-east London HEAD OF DIGITAL STRATEGY: Ed Marriage HEAD OF CREATIVE: Martin Tullett Ice breaker 42 HEAD OF OPERATIONS: Justine Loehry Take a voyage to the Antarctic on a superyacht HEAD OF CLIENT ENGAGEMENT: David Spon-Smith 44 DIRECTOR, WONDERLY: Issie Peate A home with heritage How Trent Park helped win World War II PICTURE CREDITS: Cover: Taplow Riverside by Simon Winson/Berkeley Homes; 500px, Francesco Vaninetti, Heritage Images, Tagliatella Style, Westend61, 48 Total 911 Magazine Future, FilippoBacci, The Asahi Shimbun/ Art revolution Getty Images; The Man Behind the Curtain; Trent Park, 1934, The galleries disrupting the art world Whistler Rex/Bridgeman Images; Shadric Toop for Glyndebourne; James Bellorini; Andrew Gough; Chon Kit Leong/ Alamy Stock Photo; Matthew Miller; Adam Roberts; WPA; Tony How to buy a classic car 54 Hussey; Matt Livey, Simon Winson/Berkeley Homes; Taylor Fuller; Mike Toy Photography; denisisland.com; Six Senses; Jason Find your perfect vintage vehicle Busch; @batholmen_norway/airbnb; Allen Markey/Private Islands Online; Ian Walton, David Powell/CHPT3 Calm waters 58 © Berkeley Group 2020. No part of this publication may be Why time spent by water can make us feel happier copied or reproduced. stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form without the prior permission of the copyright owner (Berkeley Group) and the publisher, Wonderly 62 (part of the Haymarket Media Group Ltd). Every care has been Treasure islands taken in the preparation of this magazine but neither The Jet off to one of these stunning destinations Berkeley Group or Haymarket Media Group Ltd can be held 34 responsible for the accuracy of the information therein, nor any consequence arising from it. Views expressed by Pedalling fashion 68 contributors may not reflect those of The Berkeley Group or 68 A meal to remember Haymarket Media Group Ltd. Information correct at time of Former pro cyclist David Millar on fusing style and Michael O’Hare’s Michelin-starred printing. Computer-generated images of The Berkeley Group’s technology to create high-performance cycling gear developments are indicative only. Bike boss restaurant is full of surprises 72 Cycling doesn’t have The Berkeley Group Portfolio to mean garish Lycra Our listings of Berkeley developments

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4 Berkeley Life Berkeley Life 5 SEVENWONDERS 1 2 An evening at Sustainable style Glyndebourne

lyndebourne is absolutely English in the best sense, and truly inclusive in its welcome. Jazz singer “G Gregory Porter All that is required is that you come in the played a secret spirit of adventure and enjoyment, Sofar Sounds gig and have a good time,” is how novelist Jeanette Winterson Opera with a describes the Glyndebourne Opera difference: Rusalka by Dvorák at Festival, in Glynde, Sussex, which 3 Glyndebourne has become one of the highlights of Living room gig the British summer. The only other Cheers! Made from upcycled metal ring pulls, this requirement – if you are driving – is to shiny ‘Luciana’ bag by BOTTLETOP is guaranteed to watch out for the alpacas, 600 of which attract attention. The luxury accessories business is graze around the Opera House. on a mission to empower people and help the planet here’s something truly magical The festival is family run. Chairman Gus through sustainable design. They train local artisans about watching a band play live. But in Brazil with new skills and crafts, and opened the Christie is the grandson of John Christie, who enjoys queuing at the bar for a world’s first ever 3D-printed store, made from T who launched the festival in 1934. The upcycled ocean plastic, on London’s Regent Street. glass of warm beer? Or struggling to see vibe is home-made and spontaneous. £145, bottletop.org the stage? Sofar Sounds is the antidote to The 90-minute interval during arenas and stadiums. They throw ultra- performances – when many guests tuck cool secret gigs in intimate venues – from into their lavishly stocked picnic hampers – art galleries to living rooms. makes the evenings feel as convivial as one It all started in 2009, when Sofar founder of Jay Gatsby’s parties. There is a dress code Rafe Offer invited some mates over to his – black tie and evening dress, think flat to hear a performance by friend and cocktail party rather than hunt ball – but musician Dave Alexander. Both realised the organisers are adroit at guiding that small attentive crowds made for an first-time visitors, and the festival is too unforgettable experience. Since then, Sofar Best foot forward… Walk tall in these unisex eccentric to be stuffy. ‘Bagger 2 Red Low’ sneakers by London Sounds has hosted gigs in more than 400 One visitor fell into the lake during the eco-footwear brand Good News. These are made cities around the world. Ed Sheeran, interval while trying to retrieve some wine from recycled rubber pellets ground down from car Gregory Porter and Hozier are just some of he had left to cool there. Bedraggled, he tyres and old rubber shoes; organic cotton, grown the performers who have graced the Sofar without pesticides; and have a cushioned eco tried to slink away until a member of staff line-up – but the audience don’t know who footbed. Even the metal eyelets are recycled. spotted him, led him to the wardrobe £110, goodnews.london is going to be on the bill in advance. department, clothed him and laundered his sodden suit in time for him to wear it HOST IT AT HOME on the train back. Sitting comfortably You can apply for tickets on their glyndebourne.com It may not look like it, but this website (it’s a bit of a lottery). But why stylish ‘Hembury’ chair is not go one step further and become a actually made from wool sourced from hill-farmed host? If Sofar likes the sound of your Herdwick sheep in the Lake space, they’ll contact you within a few District. The founders weeks. They will handle everything from of Solidwool have the curated guest list to the logistics. In created a unique wool return, they will reserve a few places for and bio-resin composite material as a sustainable your friends. Artists play a stripped-back alternative to set to keep noise-levels low and your petrochemical-based neighbours happy. The Sofar team reinforced plastics. usually arrives late afternoon, guests They’re helping arrive early evening, and the event revive the British wool industry too. wraps up by 10.30pm. The team will be £395, on hand to clean up after the show. solidwool.com sofarsounds.com

6 Berkeley Life Berkeley Life 7 SEVENWONDERS Tunnels of books: there are stacks to choose from in 4 The Last Bookstore 5 The insider’s What does it take to be guide to LA a wine sommelier?

There’s more to Los Angeles than film A wine what? A sommelier. If you’re studios and theme parks. Here, a local unsure whether to pour a Pinot Noir or an shares the off-beat places not to miss in Albarino with your monkfish, a sommelier this sprawling metropolis. is the person to ask. They’re the trained wine professionals you’ll come across THE MUSSO & FRANK GRILL imparting their wisdom in fine dining Featured in Quentin Tarantino’s Once restaurants and wine shops. They Upon a Time in Hollywood, The Musso & specialise in wine service, including food Frank Grill is said to serve around 55,000 and wine pairing. Some will choose the martinis every year and offers such wine list and organise the cellar too. traditional delicacies as Welsh rarebit and calf’s liver. Dine in one of the red booths, What a great job. So you just need to which have been frequented by such drink a lot of wine to become one? Not Hollywood legends as Charlie Chaplin, exactly. Becoming a master sommelier is Frank Sinatra and Scarlett Johansson. no small task. It’s important to have a 6667 Hollywood Blvd, CA 90028 combination of experience, training, formal education and examinations. But HOLLYWOOD FARMERS’ MARKET why not learn for fun – to get the most Covering four blocks, the Hollywood from your wine and impress your friends? Farmers’ Market will spoil you with choice. Founded in 1991, it hosts 160 farmers and Tell me more… There are a variety of ways food producers. Part of the charm is that, to self-train. The first step is to constantly although the market attracts 12,000 taste new wine. Developing your palate visitors, you feel as if you are an honorary will aid in identifying and distinguishing member of the community, not just an between different flavours. Practise by out-of-town shopper. blind tasting and identifying wines. Sundays, 8am-1pm, between Ivar Avenue and Selma Avenue, CA 90028 Ah, all that quaffing sounds good… That’s part of it, but looking and smelling THE AMERICAN HOTEL wine is just as important. And it’s always Opening its doors in 1905, The American recommended to read about the wine you Hotel was the first place in LA to offer emerging grunge acts as the Red Hot Chili BRONSON CAVES tried to find the Golden Ark of the are drinking – discovering the region it quality accommodation to African- Peppers. Redeveloped in 2013, The Holy bat bulges! Who could resist the Covenant. He failed but on other journeys was grown in, the climate and the terroir Americans. In the 1990s, the hotel bar American is at the heart of LA’s arts district. chance to stand in the very ‘Batcave’ from he unearthed some amazing treasures – (soil) will improve your knowledge. Be promoted such The hotel’s eye-popping art includes a which the Dynamic Duo sped out in the notably a 2,700-year-old sarcophagus – prepared to get your head around all the Street art: a mural monumental portrait of local pop artist Ed Batmobile in the kitsch 60s TV series and laid the foundations of a museum lingo – from tannins to wine legs. on the exterior of Ruscha and the massive mural La Abuelita/ Batman? Quarrying turned this remote that, once seen, is never forgotten. The American Hotel Má’sání (left) on the side of the building. corner of Griffith Park into a rugged 2215 Lake View Avenue, CA 90039 I see. And the exams part? Sommeliers 303 South Hewitt Street, CA 90013 wilderness, an ideal location for nearby don’t go to cook school, they go to the Hollywood studios. This is one of THE LAST BOOKSTORE Court of Master Sommeliers – an MUSH the best spots to hike to the legendary With tunnels built from used books, international organisation located in The store’s exotic home decorations, Hollywood sign. volumes suspended in mid-air and the UK. It aims to encourage better handpicked by globetrotting owner, 3200 Canyon Drive, CA 90068 vintage titles in hidden side rooms, this standards of beverage service. Start with Michelle van der Heijden, vary from independent bookstore feels like a sublime the Introductory Sommelier course. original Navajo bracelets to rock and roll HOLYLAND EXHIBITION amalgam of Hogwarts and the British love seats and paintings by community In a discreet home in East LA is a Library. Based in the former Crocker More fun than studying maths, then? artists from across America. Van der fascinating small museum packed with National Bank in downtown LA – hence the It can be, but you do need to pass four Heijden’s Mush feels like a more relaxed artifacts recovered by Antonia F. Futterer, marble pillars and mile-high ceiling – the sets of challenging exams to call yourself a variant of an eclectic Greenwich Village the Australian often cited as the store’s cheapest books cost $1. One of the Master Sommelier. It’s definitely not an store in the 1980s. inspiration for Indiana Jones. Much like City of Angels’ most Instagrammable shops. easy option – only 269 people in the world 1617 Silverlake Boulevard, CA 90026 Indy in Raiders of the Lost Ark, Futterer 453 S Spring St, CA 90013 have earned this title.

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s pleasure domes go, nothing can commissioned it. Styled to resemble a age of 41. After his death, the castle was match Neuschwanstein Castle. Built Byzantine basilica, the Throne Room is so opened to the public – it now attracts 7 Ainto a rugged hill above the bold, tall and opulent that it takes a while around 1.5 million visitors a year who flock 6 Bavarian village of Hohenschwangau, it to grasp that the chandelier really is four to see Ludwig’s incredible interiors and The most expensive Neuschwanstein has enough bling to make Las Vegas look metres high. The room was designed by ambitious architectural vision. (It is a understated, a silhouette that inspired Ludwig as his private sanctuary. two-hour drive – or a three-hour train gin in the world Walt Disney’s Sleeping Beauty Castle and Neuschwanstein (literally ‘new swan journey – from Munich.) Castle such ahead-of-its-time technology as stone’ in English) cost around £205m to Ludwig once wrote to a relative: “I want automatically flushing toilets. build in today’s money, but was never quite to remain an enigma, even to myself.” To step inside the castle, adorned with finished. In 1886, with the Bavarian state Neuschwanstein is once-seen never- in’s popularity is showing no signs of slowing down. The motifs and murals of swans, poets and facing bankruptcy, the King was declared forgotten proof that its creator remains demand for craft and artisan gins is at an all-time high, grails, is to enter the dream world insane and dethroned. But Ludwig died a an enigmatic genius. Gsome of which come with a considerable price tag. of King Ludwig II, who owned and day later, probably by his own hand, at the neuschwanstein.de/englisch/palace/ Morus LXIV, exclusively released by Harvey Nichols, is currently the most expensive and one of the rarest gins in the world, priced at a cool £4,000 for a 70cl jar. A single batch takes luxury gin makers Jam Jar Gin two years to make and is distilled from a single ancient Mulberry tree (Morus nigra). With a 64% ABV cask strength, the taste mirrors the origins of where the botanical ingredients were collected King Ludwig II – dried leaves, freshly cut wood and the subtle scent of wet earth, (left) and his vast, accompanied with a smoky sweetness. over-the-top castle The exquisite gin is encased in a handmade white porcelain jar with finely detailed cotton paper labelling on the front, and includes a matching 30ml miniature and a porcelain stirrup cup covered with leather. Extremely limited with only 25 bottles of the 70cl Morus LXIV made, you’ll be lucky to get your hands on one, but if you do, it could be quite the investment. harveynichols.com

10 Berkeley Life Berkeley Life 11 WATCHES Bespoke

Adrian Aldred, founder of Convopiece – a high-end luxury watch service – talks personalised designs, bringing his clients’ visions to life, and how he has helped to reshape the industry

WORDS ZOE BIRDSALL PHOTOGRAPHY TAL SILVERMAN,

ANDY BARTER & DE BETHUNE

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atches are more than culture – LL Cool J, Big Daddy Kane, all these just physical objects for Adrian Aldred, rappers that I admired, big jewellery was the Wcreative director and founder of luxury watch thing. I’m a petite guy, I don’t need a big company Convopiece. They’re even more than chain, but I liked the discretion of wearing a piece of fine art and intricate mechanism. something incredible on your wrist. I began Aldred believes that watches are a symbol of learning about the value of watches when I our character and evoke feelings within us. was young. I liked the anonymity, you don’t With a background in design, Aldred has know what I’m wearing but it has value to me, worked with some of the biggest brands in it’s mechanical and beautifully crafted. That the world, including Google and Aston was the seed and then I fuelled my passion.” Martin, as well as teaming up with some of By working weekends in a barbershop, Aldred the world’s most renowned independent owned his first Rolex at just nineteen years old. watchmakers to offer clients something truly The more he studied watches, the more he special and tailor-made. found that the market was dominated by the “It’s a service,” explains Aldred. “We create leading brands, with incredible pieces often watches to suit the client’s taste. You may being overlooked. In 2008, Aldred travelled come to me and say you love topaz as a stone, to his first Baselworld watch fair where he it’s your birthstone. You’ve looked out there saw watches that blew his mind. “I thought One of a kind: and haven’t seen any watches that fit the bill. I’d soon see them back home but they never Convopiece’s You give me a brief, you’d like a case that is arrived. I met people with incredible watches luxurious watches more tonneau [barrel] shaped than that didn’t have a UK distributor and thought are designed exactly to suit clients’ completely round. And then I find a top ‘these are conversation pieces’. People might individual tastes watchmaker and have them create a bespoke not know the brand but if it’s distinctive watch for you. Alternatively, I can look at enough for them to remark on it, it will evoke what you’re wearing, get an understanding a feeling in people.” of your taste, understand your nuances and From this, Convopiece was born. Aldred’s I will find a few unique watches that might vision – to work with renowned watchmakers suit your taste.” to design bespoke, luxury pieces – became a Running a brand is about resilience and reality. It means clients can shop and create initiative for Aldred: “It’s investing in your from the convenience of their living room vision and passion.” The intricate detailing on if they wish, with Aldred’s impressive a watch is a piece of art in itself, sometimes appointment box in tow. Found in an antique taking over a year to perfect. “Know where shop in Chiswick, the 1930s engineer box was you can innovate, understand your client base customised by the finest craftsmen. The box and always go further than what might automatically opens at the touch of a button be expected.” to reveal its gems inside and an illuminated Aldred goes above and beyond to deliver mirror, adding to the showmanship. first-class customer service. He pulls out a Convopiece offers buyers an alternative beautifully bound book that he designed as from the mainstream, with one-off pieces that a surprise for a client. It is the story of their work for their owner in every way. “Even if watch being made over nine months, you’re a fan of the big brands, it’s possible to including the first sketch that Aldred drew customise them,” adds Aldred. “I want my on the train after their first meeting. clients to feel understood and amazed, for “I connect people,” he explains. “You’re them not to know what’s to come next, but to no longer dependent on what’s launching. know that imagination and creativity can get I wanted to create an experience with such them exactly what they want.” That ‘wow’ depth that no department store or high feeling you can get from bespoke service – street could provide it. Every experience is and a timeless piece of art to treasure for individual to each person.” years to come – sums up what Convopiece From an early age, Aldred had a passion for is all about. Because everyone needs a watches: “The root was growing up in hip hop conversation piece.

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The sky’s the limit One Blackfriars has become an awe-inspring addition to London’s skyline. We take a tour of its luxury penthouse

WORDS MONICHA TULLY

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The incredible Lansetti penthouse is set over the top five floors of One Blackfriars

nnovative design is about so much more than aesthetics; it is an attitude that incorporates avant-garde technology, Ihuman need and beauty to create something utterly unique that makes the world a more beautiful place. One Blackfriars, a St George development, is the perfect example of this – a magnificent new 50-storey, 170-metre- high landmark with 274 light-filled residences, a 161-bedroom boutique hotel and landscaped piazza. It is an idyllic marriage of exquisite design, science and art. It overlooks the Thames and offers sweeping views across the city, which are magical at dawn, dusk or at night. So many of London’s crown jewels can be seen, including the Houses of Parliament, the London Eye and St Paul’s Cathedral. However, One Blackfriars has become a signature sight in its own right, powerful and elegant in equal measure, standing proudly on the South Bank.

ARTISTIC VISION Award-winning SimpsonHaugh Architects are behind this beacon of architectural brilliance that has brought a piece of art to life. Celebrated Finnish master craftsman Timo Sarpaneva used a wealth of materials throughout his illustrious career but considered glass to be the most noble of them all. In 1952, he sculpted a glass vase – little did he know that it would redefine London’s skyline almost seven decades later. British lead architect and firm co-founder, Ian Simpson is a collector of mid-century design, art and sculpture and was greatly inspired by Sarpaneva’s Lansetti II vase when creating the shape of the building. Although the vase stands at a mere 28cm, making One Blackfriars around 600 times taller, the elegantly curved geometry, transparent glass surface and spirit of movement are at the heart of One Blackfriars’ aesthetic. SimpsonHaugh were magicians, capturing and celebrating movement so that the building seems to flow gracefully into the sky itself. Simpson was also incredibly →

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sensitive to One Blackfriars’ iconic location, but knew he wanted to make an epic contribution to London’s silhouette. Simpson says: “In architecture, beauty is a building that has the right profile, the right proportions, the right materials – it is when all these factors subtly work together to create a singular object that is special “In architecture, and distinctive. “After many years of evolution, refinement, beauty is a building development and now construction, I believe we have finally created a piece of sculpture in that has the right the sky. What we have made is unique for this site, the city and this time.” profile, the right

LUXURY LIVING proportions, the right One Blackfriars’ crowning glory is The Lansetti penthouse. “My desire to create a materials” piece of sculpture that engages with the city in front of it is most apparent at the top, in IAN SIMPSON The Lansetti,” says Simpson. SIMPSONHAUGH ARCHITECTS SimpsonHaugh worked closely with famed interior desiger Brigitta Spinocchia Freund of London firm Spinocchia Freund, in the pursuit of perfection to deliver a masterpiece. The pioneering team have set a new benchmark for architecture, engineering, design and construction – this sculptured design. Tones are largely light to merge The magnificent sanctuary is like nothing London, or the world with the bulding’s luminosity, while darker master bedroom in fact, has ever seen before. accents and tactile materials bring in depth in The Lansetti offers stunning views Set over five floors, The Lansetti spans and richness. of London (above) 16,614 sq ft and is the epitome of avant-garde The Lansetti’s vast living spaces are located design and opulence, offering refined luxury on the lower levels, slowly rising up and The Lansetti II vase living. Natural light dances around The reducing in scale to the terraces at the top, (left) by Timo Lansetti, illuminating the heritage and which wrap around the core of the building. Sarpaneva inspired One Blackfriars meticulous craftsmanship of the interior Each layer has a subtle flow to it, allowing architect Ian Simpson residents to move from room to room and (opposite) from floor to floor seamlessly and with ease. The entrance to the penthouse is through the grand hall, where double doors open into a triple-height Art Deco-inspired central atrium, adorned in sycamore panelling. An opulent staircase ascends upwards to the third floor, offering a perfect moment to admire the glittering three-storey tall, bespoke chandelier. On the first level, the grand river-facing reception room offers panoramic views of the London skyline. On the west side, the living and dining areas face Westminster. The striking formal dining room features bespoke curved joinery with marble shelving and antique mirrors. On the east side, facing the City, there’s a hub of entertainment and adventure, including a library, games lounge and screening room/cinema with refreshment area. →

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Watch the sunset in On the next level, the main guest bedroom wine-tasting area features bespoke wine The Lansetti’s tasting suite is reached through double doors and fridges and a humidor. Beyond is an indoor lounge (above) has a phenomenal sense of symmetry. terrace overlooking London – a celebration

Entertain in style in There are three further magnificent en-suite of the unique opportunity to live among the lavish dining room bedrooms, and guests can also enjoy a the clouds. (opposite) state-of-the-art gym and treatment room in total privacy. TOP TIER Follow the majestic central staircase On the final level, the lush greenery of the skywards and arrive at the master suite, horizon garden reflects the heavens, offering which spans the entire floor. The palatial a chance to enjoy social and tranquil spaces, river-facing bedroom has two master dressing such as the stunning terrace reception and “My desire to create rooms, his-and-hers en-suites lined with the intimate lounge area that is flooded with onyx, as well as a hot tub and shower located golden sunlight. This ethereal oasis feels a piece of sculpture in a tranquil garden, surrounded by foliage. worlds away from the bright lights of the city Situated either side of the bedroom is a home below. Illuminated by the sky above, it is a that engages with the office that overlooks the City, and a spacious fitting crown for The Lansetti. day lounge. One Blackfriars offers a masterclass in the city in front of it is The stunning staircase continues to curve art of living and in the words of the great upwards to the wide glass observatory. On Frank Lloyd Wright, “If you invest in most apparent at the this level, an informal lounge, study and beauty, it will remain with you all the days children’s AV/tech room provide plenty of of your life.” top, in The Lansetti” space to work, play or relax. The elegant tasting lounge, decorated with FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ONE bronze glass and vintage mirror, is the IAN SIMPSON BLACKFRIARS, SEE OUR PORTFOLIO p72-85 SIMPSONHAUGH ARCHITECTS perfect place for entertaining. Its opulent

22 Berkeley Life Berkeley Life 23 ADVENTURE 1 Great Ocean Road

Australia, Torquay to Nelson

ou’ll want the top down for limestone stacks that rise out can take a detour to the Tower Hill this one – this route is truly of the water and stand up to Wildlife Reserve to spot some Ystunning. It’s a 249-mile 50 metres high. kangaroos, emus and koalas. Once coastal cruise along the windswept Once you’ve had your fill of you’ve worked up an appetite, there Southern Ocean – think dramatic shoreside delights, pull into the are plenty of opportunities to rock formations, crashing waves Great Otway National Park for a sample the local catch of the day, or and magnificent cliff-top views. change of pace. Here, you can walk even freshly shucked oysters. While There are plenty of reasons to stop, through tall forests, visit peaceful you’re at it, why not visit one of the too. The 12 Apostles is a particular lakes and wonder at the remarkable local vineyards and grab a bottle for highlight – seven towering Triplet Falls. Venture on, and you the evening?

World’s greatest drives From breathtaking scenic cruises to pulse-quickening blasts through mountain switchbacks – these iconic routes should be top of your road trip wish list

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3 Col de Turini

France, La Bollène-Vésubie to Sospel

he Col de Turini is one of decorated with rubber left from the most iconic stages in overzealous rally drivers. This is T motorsport – it’s part of a real technical centrepiece in the legendary Monte Carlo the world of rallying, and a 2 Rally, but occasionally lends stern test for any car and driver. itself as a gruelling cycling stage If you fancy a break from Furka Pass too. The rally route connects La playing rally king, take a Bollène-Vésubie to Sospel and is moment to survey the a challenging maze of tight picturesque mountain views. Swiss Alps, Gletsch to Realp twisting turns and hairpins that Or, for a proper rest, the et behind the wheel of roads during the famous scene in detour into the magical Rhône Glacier burst into quick straights glamour of Monte Carlo is but something quick and agile – this Goldfinger – even if his sat-nav said Ice Grotto to marvel at its captivating – many corners are still a short drive away. Gis one for the driving enthusiast. otherwise. It doesn’t take that long to shades of blue. Power on, and you’ll Winding its way through the Swiss see why they chose this setting. enjoy some straights between the tight Alps, the Furka Pass blends sensational Threading your car through the bends with velvet-smooth road scenery with speedy switchbacks. You hairpins is exhilarating. Then, stop near surfaces. The road is usually closed may have seen James Bond weaving his the now-closed Hotel Belvedere to during winter, so this is one for a Aston Martin DB5 through these very admire the scenery and maybe take a summer break.

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4 Transfagarasan

Romania, Carpathian Mountains

ransfăgărășan has achieved cult glacial lake 2,034 metres up in the status among keen motorists, mountains, complete with its own ‘Ice Tand with good reason. The roads Hotel’. Transfăgărășan – sometimes are well-paved, the views are referred to as ‘Ceaușescu’s folly’ – was exceptional, and few places get the built in the early 1970s, using 6,000 adrenaline pumping like this splendid tonnes of dynamite, under the 56-mile ribbon of asphalt. There’s a orders of ruler Nicolae Ceaușescu, fantastic mix of tight hairpins and long supposedly for quick military access S-curves as the road twists and climbs across the mountains in the event of through Moldoveanu and Negoiu – the a Soviet invasion. It also happens to highest peaks in the country. be the best road in the world If you need a break from driving, you according to Clarkson et al – it’s can visit the glorious Balea Lake – a hard to argue otherwise.

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5 Overseas Highway

Florida, Miami to Key West

he striking, panoramic views of the Florida Keys’ Tbeautifully blue waters are just one of the many attractions offered by the Overseas Highway. 6 The 113-mile route runs from Miami to Key West, and while it Irohazaka provides no high-octane thrills, the scenery and points of interest make Japan, Nikkō to Lake Chūzenji it a must-drive. Be sure to fill up on conch fritters and key lime pie at he Irohazaka winding Key Largo, before heading to road joins the Islamorada to visit the famous TJapanese city of History of Diving Museum and its Nikkō to the spectacular collection of novel early diving Lake Chūzenji – and in apparatus. Further along at the autumn it looks Marathon, you can swim with staggeringly beautiful. It dolphins at the Dolphin Research happens to be fantastic fun to Centre. As you leave, you’ll join the drive, too. Irohazaka is split epic Seven Mile Bridge, where the into two one-way roads that views are truly astounding. Once climb and descend more than you’ve made it to Key West, why 1,300 feet, and offer 48 not try some local stone crab and exhilarating hairpin turns, have a well-earned rest? which is how the road gets its name. Zaka means slope, while the 48-character ancient Japanese syllabary began with i-ro-ha. So each corner is given a sign with its own designated character.

30 Berkeley Life Berkeley Life 31 oo often in the technosphere, usability Ttakes a back seat to aesthetics. But, if you look hard enough, there are still some genuine design triumphs to be found – objects that look beautiful, yet innovate. Take Bang & Olufsen’s BeoSound Shape for example. The designer, Øivind Alexander Slaatto, was inspired by hexagonal geometry in the world around us – in molecules, crystals, snowflakes etc. The result is something that looks like a piece of wall art. But it’s more than that – it’s your wall art; you choose the number of modules, the layout, the colours and the materials – including wool fabrics from Danish textile gurus Kvadrat – to create your own signature shape. Once you have your bespoke design sorted, you can then tailor the type of sound you want. Each hexagonal module is either a speaker, amplifier, BeoSound core hub or acoustic damper, so you get to choose the combination that’s right for you. Style and substance.

TECHNOLOGY THE ART OF SOUND Form and function aren’t mutually exclusive

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32 Berkeley Life Berkeley Life 33 FOOD

Painting with food Famed for his culinary artistry (and rock star hair), Michelin-starred chef Michael O’Hare talks about creating gastronomic masterpieces

WORDS MONICHA TULLY

ritish chef Michael O’Hare is one of the brightest stars of the gastronomic Bscene. His ability to transform food into masterpieces has earned him critical acclaim across the country and a Michelin star at his innovative restaurant The Man Behind the Curtain. O’Hare never set out to become a chef – he studied aeronautical engineering and trained to be a pilot before falling head over heels for gastronomy. With his exquisite attention to detail and imagination, O’Hare has redefined the dining experience, harmoniously combining beauty and substance to deliver dishes that taste as incredible as they look. “Balancing aesthetics and taste isn’t difficult. No one looks at a Ferrari and thinks that because it looks beautiful, it won’t be fast or pleasurable to drive. It is the same with gastronomy, there is a misconception that →

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1 Txangurro, there needs to be a balance or compromise, Quail’s Egg but it can be done if you give it the thought it 1 2 3 deserves,” he explains. 2 XO Slider The Man Behind the Curtain has

3 Poppadom, revolutionised the gastronomic scene in Pickle Tray Leeds, and is famed for its completely unique approach to dining. Its astronomical success 4 From Dali to Delhi is largely down to O’Hare’s magical ability to turn the ordinary into something 5 Sea Urchin, Hot and Sour truly extraordinary. For example, a piece of cod is transformed into a Jackson 6 Octopus, Lemon, Pollock style painting on the plate, while Caper, Parsley a jumbo prawn is given a surrealist Salvador Dalí twist. 7 Spider Crab, Cinders, Egg “There is something particularly specific to this restaurant and the direction that it has “ When a menu has 8 Chocolate, Violet, found itself going in, in the sense that food Potato Custard can’t look like food here. I’d say that a perfect flow to it, there is a great pleasure in disguising things, 9 Crispy Dahl, Lime Yoghurt which is more of a necessity rather than it becomes almost

4 5 6 deliberate,” he says. 10 Saltfish and Ackee The Man Behind the Curtain is an aesthetic like a movie” playground, designed to seduce all of your 11 Emancipation, Cod Loin, Dashi, senses. The attention to detail throughout is Ink magnificent; everything serves a purpose and is designed to delight and surprise. The 12 Pigeon, Rhubarb restaurant is monochromatic with decadent Hailed as the rock star of the culinary Hoi Sin black and white marble, polished plaster and world, O’Hare is as renowned for his the walls are adorned with contemporary signature punk rock mane as he is his artworks. It even has a signature scent; it is an flamboyant food. “The way The Man Behind ode to a perfect summer day, with hints of the Curtain blew up had a lot to do with my suntan lotion, sea-salt skin and sand. haircut and the outlook towards the restaurant, because it wasn’t a deliberate MATTER OF TASTE thing to be a ‘punk restaurant’,” he explains. O’Hare’s secret to success is shunning what is “But I suppose in restaurant terms we traditionally acceptable and following his own probably were, although now I think it’s a lot rulebook. The result of this is a place that will more refined and a lot more stylistic.” enthral you, where you can always expect the Like all things, the restaurant has matured unexpected. A constantly changing menu over time, but it still remains bold, beautiful 7 8 9 allows diners to discover the mystery of a new and unconventional at heart. This is why imaginative dish, time and time again. diners around the world flock like moths “I always want to do things in a way that to a flame, falling in love with O’Hare’s I felt happy doing them. I think a lot of chefs vision, courage and culinary flair. have fallen in and out of love with cooking “We are five years old now, when we started in terms of the way certain kitchens are run. out we quickly realised that when a menu has I wanted to have an efficiency that made a perfect flow to it, it becomes almost like sense and to cook things that I felt are a movie. You have to create a balance and delicious,” he says. flow in terms of the food so that it all makes “The main inspiration for the restaurant sense,” he explains. came from making notes of the things that “The Man Behind The Curtain is more than I didn’t like rather than the ones I did. a restaurant for me. It is where I am able to However, it’s still something that I’m working express myself with flavour and aesthetic. The on, to get to where we want to be and I cuisine is my couture, bold in flavour with guess maybe that’s the true beauty of it, that inspiration from around the world. Brutalist it never will be.” in design, yet fun.”

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Wild at heart With wetlands and plenty of green space, Kidbrooke Village has been designed to be a nature haven

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magine colourful butterflies fluttering in the long grass, wildflowers swaying in the wind, Iand wading birds fishing in the stream – all on your doorstep. That’s the vision for Kidbrooke Village, near Blackheath, in south-east London, which is set among 136 acres of open space including parkland, meadows and wetlands. High-quality green space has been a key feature of the Kidbrooke Village concept from the outset in order to create a ‘village green’ feel and give people areas to relax and congregate. Cator Park was designed with this in mind. But, as well as providing pleasant surroundings, Berkeley wanted the landscaping to offer ecological benefits to increase biodiversity in the area. ‘Biodiversity’ may sound like some abstract scientific concept, but it is one of the key environmental challenges of our time and affects us all. Having a variety of wildlife and plants is necessary to support the healthy ecosystems that people rely on to provide food, water, fertile soil, medicines, and protect us from climate change. In 2016, Berkeley became the first UK developer to make a commitment to achieve a net biodiversity gain on every new site, which means habitats for wildlife are left in a measurably better state than they were before. (In 2019, the government mandated Reed-fringed wetlands at Kidbrooke Village provide that all new developments must deliver an habitats for wildlife overall increase in biodiversity.) →

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“The scale of the park and vicinity to other green spaces presented a great chance to deliver a range of habitats that could help the creation of a wildlife corridor in south-east London,” says Giorgia Franco, head of sustainability at Berkeley Homes (East Thames). “It also offered an opportunity to help city dwellers reconnect with nature and for children to learn about the natural world around them.” This chimes with recent studies that show spending time in parks and around nature can help people’s health and wellbeing.

WILDLIFE FRIENDLY Cator Park – which connects two existing local nature reserves – has large areas deliberately left to grow wild so they can support more natural life. A chalk stream meanders beside open lawn and there are reed-fringed wetland areas, which also form part of the sustainable drainage strategy for the site. Franco says these areas are designed to offer a diverse mix of habitats, to encourage different species of flora and fauna to thrive in a relatively small area. Berkeley has worked closely with the London Wildlife Trust, who suggested plants, such as berry-bearing shrubs and native wildflowers, and relaxing mowing regimes around the edge of the wetlands to provide shelter and encourage vegetation. The Trust is also involved in running regular community engagement and volunteering events. Made up of four distinct neighbourhoods, Kidbrooke Village is full of design details to help blur the boundaries between the buildings and surroundings. Birch House, in The Village Centre, has a landscaped terrace and is clad in white brick with recessed areas covered in reflective panels, offering a visual link to the silver birch tree-lined paths. It is still too early to measure the full impact on wildlife as the works are still ongoing, but last spring Cator Park looked amazing in full bloom, herons have been spotted in the chalk stream and peregrine falcons have made themselves at home at Birch House.

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A chance to enjoy Wetland areas in the great outdoors Kidbrooke Village in Cator Park

40 Berkeley Life Berkeley Life 41 EXPEDITION Ice breaker Take an unforgettable voyage to the unspoilt Antarctic

ollow in the footsteps of Captain Scott and explore the extraordinary icy Fwaters of the Antarctic on a superyacht. Come face to face with gigantic glaciers and jagged icebergs in one of the world’s most isolated places. And spot penguins, leopard seals and sea lions. At Cape Evans, you’ll find Scott’s Hut on Ross Island, the base of the British expedition in 1911-13, which is frozen in time. This is one of the many exciting voyages you can undertake on Sea Hawk, a 103m superyacht, designed to cruise to the most demanding environments in the world. All in the lap of luxury, of course – it offers an expansive spa suite, helicopter hangar and tailor-made interiors. With a Polar Class 6 rating, its ice- friendly, reinforced hull is able to push smaller pieces of ice out of the way and break through 80cm-thick new ice. It is built by Hawk Yachts, which is disrupting the industry with a range of high-end yachts made for year-round travel in hot or cold climates, and a mission of making yachts a viable investment. So set your horizons further than the Med. A Polar expedition is in reach.

42 Berkeley Life Berkeley Life 43 HISTORY A home with here can’t be many sites in the Greater at Simpson’s in the Strand, suits made by a Savile Row London area that can boast a fuller tailor and the convivial company of an aristocrat Lord Thistory of royal hunts, celebrity dinner Aberfeldy (in reality, intelligence officer Ian Thomson parties and British military intelligence Munro) – who said King George VI had asked him to look gathering than Trent Park. after them – were all part of the programme. (The Today, this charming mansion in north authorities did, though, refuse to give prisoners parole so heritage London is the centrepiece of a 413-acre they could go pheasant shooting.) One German officer felt country park where Berkeley is building a he had ended up in an earthly paradise, noting in his diary: Royal origins, society parties and secret intelligence collection of traditionally designed homes. “Great lawns with marble statues, glorious woodland with operations – we trace Trent Park’s rich history And the Grade II-listed house is being cedars and great oaks. A golf course, large swimming pool, lovingly restored into one-, two- and three- a fine pond with wild duck.” bedroom apartments with a museum – due to What the prisoners didn’t know is that every part of their WORDS PAUL SIMPSON open in 2022 – celebrating the extraordinary accommodation – the lampshades, plant pots, even the heritage in which the building is steeped. billiard table – were bugged. Caught on microphone, The most famous episode in Trent Park’s their conversations were recorded on vinyl, played on a illustrious past is the part it gramophone and transcribed by 100 played in helping the Allies “If it wasn’t for this ‘secret listeners’, many of whom were win World War II when it anti-Nazi Germans or German was requisitioned by bugging operation, Jews. They produced more than the War Office for the 100,000 transcripts. secret British intelligence we might not have unit MI9. ROYAL CONNECTIONS The ‘secret listeners’ at won the war” British intelligence officers were hunting Trent Park, eavesdropping for secrets at Trent Park during World on German commanders War II, but the story of the building itself kept as prisoners of war begins with a hunt for fallow deer. Trent there, alerted the Allies to the development of Park is situated in Enfield Chase, a landscape of rolling the V1 and V2 rockets and Hitler’s drive to meadows and ancient woodlands. After the Norman develop an atomic bomb. Helen Fry, historian conquest, this was stocked with fallow deer and turned into and author of The Walls Have Ears: The a hunting park before passing, through marriage, into royal Greatest Intelligence Operation of WWII, says: ownership. In 1777, George III divided it up into lots, leasing “Churchill said Trent Park afforded us a one to his doctor Sir Richard Jebb, who had saved the life of unique insight into the enemy’s mindset. If it the Duke of Gloucester. The Italian town where the King’s wasn’t for this bugging operation, we might younger brother had fallen ill was called Trento and inspired not have won the war.” the name Trent Place, the compact brick villa Jebb had built. On 26 May 1943, a senior German officer (It was renamed Trent Park in the 19th century.) General Hans-Jürgen von Arnim was Sixty years later, the villa came up for auction. Family overheard by British intelligence remarking: legend suggests that David Bevan, a Quaker and a director “I wonder how the development of those of the bank that became Barclays, fell asleep at the sale, rockets will turn out. You don’t hear anything and woke to find he had paid £25,586 for the property more about them…” Realising that the (£2.9 million in today’s money) – a nod having been → German generals were close to developing the first long-range ballistic missile, now known as V2, the Royal Air Force bombed the research centre on the north German coast where these rockets were being developed, significantly delaying the launch of the so-called ‘retribution weapon’. At Trent Park, secrets were not spilled during interrogation, they were revealed when the German commanders were talking to each other in the ‘M rooms’ (the M stood for microphones) or at garden parties when they gossiped away, oblivious to the fact that many of the British staff – notably Colonel Thomas Joseph Kendrick, who ran the intelligence operation – could speak German. Trent Park, 1934 At Trent Park, he lulled the high-ranking by Rex Whistler prisoners into a false sense of security. Lunch

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“Great lawns with marble statues, glorious woodland with cedars and oaks… ”

interpreted as a bid. His grandson Francis sold lavish summer parties to which everyone who was anyone Opposite, clockwise it to politician and businessman Sir Edward was desperate to be invited. from top: Trent Park Sassoon, who had married into another great during World War II; German generals STAR-STUDDED PARTIES banking dynasty, the Rothschilds. relaxing in the When Edward died in 1912, his son Philip In Charmed Life, Damian Collins’ biography of Philip, grounds; the future inherited the estate, completely revamped the these events are described much like Jay Gatsby’s parties in Queen Elizabeth II house and hired Norah Lindsay to redesign F. Scott Fitzgerald’s novel. “At dawn, long before the guests with her sister the gardens. (Her ideas have heavily influenced arrive, a cavalcade of horse-drawn carts makes the 14-mile Princess Margaret on the Trent Park John Murdock, who has planned the journey from the flower market at Covent Garden to the tennis court; one of landscaping for Berkeley.) Philip planted a gates of the Trent Park estate. Legions of gardeners are the ‘secret listeners’ million daffodil bulbs that became known as waiting to receive its colourful potted cargo ready for during the war; Sir the famous Daffodil Lawn. During the 1920s immediate planting, while the staff collect enough Winston Churchill at Trent Park; Images courtesy of Houghton Hall, Helen Fry, Barbara Lloyd, Trent Park Museum Trust Museum Park Trent Lloyd, Barbara Helen Fry, Hall, Houghton of courtesy Images and 1930s, Trent Park was the setting for azaleas, roses and lilies to fill every room in the house,” British spymaster Collins writes. “By noon, there is a new procession of Colonel Thomas Rolls-Royces arriving and departing in rapid succession. Joseph Kendrick Children and their parents line the route, hoping to catch a glimpse of a royal prince or a Hollywood star.” Among the celebrities the public could have spotted were Left: elegant interiors of new Charlie Chaplin, Noel Coward, Sir Winston Churchill and homes at Trent Park George Bernard Shaw. They would have missed the Prince of Wales, the future Edward VIII, who preferred to fly in using Trent Park’s own landing strip, before playing golf on Philip’s private course with American champion Walter Hagen. Queen Elizabeth II visited there as a child too, enjoying the gardens and tennis court. Philip’s life may have been charmed but it was also short. He was just 50 when he died of complications from flu, on 5 June 1939. After its crucial role in World War II, Trent Park became a place of education, first as a teacher training college in 1947, and then from 1974 to 2012 as part of Middlesex University. Now with Berkeley’s vision to restore where possible the original buildings on the estate, as well as create new homes, Trent Park is ready to open a new chapter in its history.

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46 Berkeley Life Berkeley Life 47 ART REVOLUTION “ We wa nt people to be able to take it home and put it on their wall and enjoy it. Art has to be accessible”

Choosing and buying original artworks is now far less intimidating – and more affordable – thanks to a new generation of galleries that are shaking up the sector

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By Nadine Shaban, The Garden by Ryan Hewett, The Koppel Project Hive Unit London

“You have to trust the people you are buying the work from – the gallery or the dealer – implicitly”

utting out defiantly on Hanover Square frustrated at how it was set up. For a long walls and ceiling of this former Citibank – opposite the lofty Blain|Southern time, the big galleries have been predicated branch, all pretensions have been stripped JGallery and just a stone’s throw from on selling an idea of elitism. It’s not about the away. A concrete block serves as a front desk auction house Sotheby’s – you’ll find Unit cultural product of the artist. It’s much more behind which the reception team sit London. It’s one of the art industry’s most about access to a club – if you buy work from perched on stools ready to jump down and exciting challenger brands. But co-founder us you can get invited to our parties and be show browsers and buyers alike around the Joe Kennedy gets more of a kick from being part of our crowd,” he adds. current exhibition. just around the corner from Apple’s Regent “For us that was an injustice. Incredibly Street flagship store than its proximity to talented artists weren’t getting the chance to INSTA ART such illustrious Mayfair neighbours. show their work because they didn’t know the But you don’t have to enter the building to Just five years ago, Kennedy and his right people or go to the right schools. So we feel welcomed into the art world. Instagram long-time friend Jonny Burt set out to thought why don’t we turn that on its head has been core to the gallery’s success. “We change the art world. It’s a journey that has and focus purely on talent and originality as communicate with our audience every day transported “two kids with laptops” from a the only criteria for letting artists show in our – trying to engage with people around the pop-up space in a vacant Chiswick charity gallery. The idea was to build the biggest world who want to learn about, collect and shop to two enviable central London locations platform we possibly could to be able to tell enjoy the cultural output of the artists that (a Soho venue operates for mainly private those artists’ stories to the world and engage we show,” says Kennedy. “We understand events), supported by a website that attracts the public with their work.” that people who aren’t in the industry might around five million impressions per week. Great news for artists such as Jake be intimidated by the thought of talking to Not bad for a couple of wannabe artists, Wood-Evans, who put faith in the duo’s a gallery. But within five minutes of finding who aged 22, concluded that the only way to vision from the beginning, and whose our page, they can start that journey of get their work to market would be to create artwork is now sought after by collectors educating themselves. their own showcase. “We had never trained at around the world. Even better for first-time “Selling art was never really what we set Disrupting the art world: an auction house; we had never worked in a art buyers, as Unit London has overturned out to do. It was more about creating amazing Jonny Burt (left) and Joe gallery,” says Kennedy. “We were outsiders to traditional expectations – and trepidations – experiences and putting on shows that we Kennedy, founders of the industry looking in – and we were of walking into a Mayfair gallery. Like the would be really proud of. But obviously → Unit London

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Portrait of a Woman in Blue Holborn 7 by Christopher Farrell, Silk, After Reynolds by Jake The Koppel Project Hive Wood-Evans, Unit London

“Even if it doesn’t become a million-pound piece of artwork, as long as you love it, you are going to be happy with that purchase”

what we have to do now is sell art to make of established, emerging and undiscovered The gallery has a changing roster of that doable.” creative talents – from photographers, exhibitions throughout the year. “Our main And although Unit London’s price range painters and sculptors to fashion and focus is finding artists who, perhaps, haven’t can reach six-figure heights, its entry-level jewellery designers. had a chance to exhibit widely, but we think portfolio of limited-edition prints start at “We fill unused spaces with artists while their work is really promising. Or artwork around £200. “We want people to be able to buildings are in transition,” explains gallery that is talking about something really take it home and put it on their wall and and studio director Rebecca Marcus-Monks. important in a way that we hadn’t thought enjoy it. Art shouldn’t just be reserved for A registered charity, the organisation about before,” she says. people with money. It has to be democratic launched its first studios in June 2016 in And if you’re still not sure art is your ‘thing’, and it has to be accessible,” Kennedy says. Holborn (The Koppel Project Hive), which Marcus-Monks’ advice is unequivocal. “Just His advice for first-time buyers: “You have still offers space for around 70 artists. come in and talk to us. We are not trying to to trust the people you are buying the work There are ‘Open Studios’ events multiple scare you – we love what we do, and we want from – the gallery or the dealer – implicitly, times a year across both locations where the to tell you about it. But you have to come because if you believe that they are going to public can meet the artists and buy their in and ask.” be on a path to something much bigger, then work directly. Should you be tempted to buy a piece of the artists they are working with are going to “The studios are structured like an art work, your journey into the world of art be on that same path as well.” school – it’s very communal,” says Marcus- doesn’t stop when you hang it on the wall. “If Monks. “We don’t take a cut from any of you absolutely love the piece, it’s likely you COMMUNAL STUDIOS the sales that come out of the studios, so the will tell every single person you know how Above a record shop in Poland Street, artists can keep prices lower and help fund much you love this artist,” she says. “Keep in the heart of Soho, another young their studios. And we try to keep the artworks promoting that artist, keep following their artspace disrupting expectations with its affordable – typically under £5,000. We career, go to their exhibitions, see who else unconventional approach is The Koppel almost never go over £10,000 because we they are showing with. At the end of the day, Project Central. want people to be able to buy work, if it doesn’t become a million-pound piece of As well as a gallery, it offers 50 studios, especially if they are younger or are just artwork, as long as you love it, you are going ‘Grid for Sophie Germain’ 2 – 491 by Moyra Derby, The Koppel Project Central spread over four floors, housing a hotbed gaining an interest in art.” to be happy with that purchase.”

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PHOTOGRAPHY AMY SHORE How to buy a classic car Classic & Sports Car’s Martin Port tells you how to make an investment that gets your heart racing

tanding out from the crowd on today’s busy roads isn’t necessarily easy. If you Swant to avoid joining the middle lane silver and greys of mass production, you either have to splash the cash on one of the current crop of concept-car-inspired moderns, or carry out a complete U-turn and venture into a brave new world – that of classic car ownership. That may feel like a daunting prospect; you don’t have to look very far to find tales of serial breakdowns, roadside catastrophes and investments gone bad, but it doesn’t have to be that way with just a little advice. If you choose wisely and look after it, even the average classic car will at least maintain its value, and most will climb (although to enthusiasts the word ‘investment’ is something best said with hushed voices). →

54 Berkeley Life Berkeley Life 55 you mightfindyourselfenthusing quintessential Englishroadster, then aspirations soar higherthanthe place?ownership inthefirst Ifyour what turnedyouontotheideaofclassic and rewarding toown. classic,stylishthe drivingseat ofsomething running costs. Crucially,running costs. itwillget youin andterms ofbuyingadecentexample motoring withouttoomuchoutlay –bothin humble MGBcanofferopen-topclassic at 55mph. lorries the M4beinghassledbyarticulated nothing romanticaboutcommutingalong village butwhileitcanbedone,there fete, is Revival carparkorat thethe Goodwood at homein Rover mightlookperfectly Land being insinglefigures. Similarly,Series a toacceptyourmpgregularlywell struggle hybrid youmightbeusedto.Andcould thanthemoderncould beabitthirstier oftheday,meeting butthatV8 6.3-litre school runbefore rushingofftoyourfirst outthe and lookimpressive asyoucarry helpyouchoosetherightone.definitely how youintendtouseyourclassiccarwill are nohard rules,butidentifying andfast slogs orB-roadpottering? Remember, there doyouplantoinit?Motorwayjourneys ofthis tobeabitofweekend fun?What sort on adailybasistoreplace yourmodern,oris want: aretouse youlookingforsomething 56 Berkeley Life MOTORING It’s not allaboutbeingsensiblethough; However, like a incomparison,something A Jensen Interceptor may soundfantastic step istodecidewhat itisyou first The

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Enjoy the glinting water at Taplow Riverside

CALM WAT ER S Living by a river or lake not only offers stunning views and surroundings, it can boost our happiness levels too

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The Dumont offers panoramic views of the River Thames and London’s famous landmarks

Tranquil surroundings: homes by the lake at Elmswater

he panoramic views from The Dumont blue and green space (water and nature) post in boats. Located along the Thames and Jubilee across the river take your breath away. the same direction. That time spent in or around River, many properties have private moorings. “Time spent in or around T Situated along one of the most famous water – lakes, rivers and oceans – is good for our And there’s plenty of green space to enjoy picnics stretches of the Thames, you can see the Houses cognitive, emotional, psychological, physical and on the water’s edge. water is good for our of Parliament and London Eye, and the Shard spiritual health.” St William’s Elmswater, near Rickmansworth, which is lit by the rising sun in the east. “It’s a He talks about the mildly meditative state, is situated alongside Elms Lake. Living by the cognitive, emotional, ‘wow’ view. It makes people feel part of the city,” which he calls “blue mind”, that being near, in or tranquil water offers a sense of serenity, which says The Dumont’s architect David Walker. on water invokes. Our brains need it more than both energises and relaxes. And the nearby psychological, physical This 30-storey building is the centrepiece of ever in today’s fast and frenetic world where it’s Rickmansworth Aquadrome offers water-skiing, Albert Embankment Plaza by St James, and is difficult to switch off. sailing and canoeing. and spiritual health” part of a trio of new towers – including The Water has a tangible effect on our mood. Corniche (designed by Foster + Partners) and GO WITH THE FLOW Researchers George MacKerron and Susana Merano Residences (created by Rogers Stirk Being around water is a highly sensory Mourato created an app called Mappiness which Harbour + Partners) – all designed to maximise experience. “If you stand next to a rushing tracked the subjective wellbeing levels of 22,000 their riverfront setting. waterfall you’ll feel the vibrations in your bones, participants in environments in the UK. The to find water was linked to survival. Nowadays The development may be in the heart of the drift along a boat in a calm lake and the motion results found that people were happier outdoors finding water to survive is not a concern for as capital, but its proximity to the Thames helps will make you sleepy, soak in a hot bath and in nature than in an urban environment, and many of us – but we still experience that primal create a calm, relaxed feeling. Watching the ebb you’ll feel the tension draining from your that the highest increase in happiness in any response to seeing, hearing and feeling it.” and flow of river life is a remarkably restorative muscles,” says Nichols. “These sensations anchor outdoor environment occurred when people Maybe it’s time to bring some “blue mind” experience. That’s not surprising, as recent us in the world by giving us a clear indication of were near water. moments into your life. research has shown a link between being near our physical position in it. They bring us into the So why does it make us feel so good? Nichols water and our wellbeing. present moment when our thoughts wander.” explains: “Humans can’t live for more than a FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE Dr Wallace J Nichols, author of Blue Mind: If you dream of spending more leisure time on week without water. So it’s likely the sense of DUMONT, TAPLOW RIVERSIDE AND How Water Makes You Happier, More Connected the water, Berkeley’s Taplow Riverside, in wellbeing we experience when we’re near it is ELMSWATER, SEE OUR PORTFOLIO p72-85 and Better at What You Do, says: “All studies of Buckinghamshire, is the place for having fun on quite ancient. In evolutionary terms, our ability

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YOUR VERY OWN TREASURE ISLAND

Switch off from the modern world at one of these secluded destinations. Your holiday paradise awaits…

WORDS ZOE BIRDSALL

Enjoy peace and tranquility on the luxury island of Petit St Vincent

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CON DAO, VIETNAM

on Son is the largest and only inhabited island of the 16 that Cmake up the emerald Con Dao archipelago off the southern coast of Petit St Vietnam. Mostly a protected national and marine park, it is incredibly laid Vincent back, and despite feeling a million GRENADINES miles away, is just a short 45-minute flight from Ho Chi Minh City. Con Son ocated in the Grenadines, time offers visitors the opportunity to stands still on Petit St Vincent, explore miles of unspoilt sandy beaches, La private islet of just 135 acres. with dramatic jungle-covered This idyllic destination is made up of mountains and an abundance of forest-covered hills and picture- wildlife. For an ultra-luxe stay, head to perfect coral-sand beaches. Most of the island’s renowned Six Senses resort. the time, not a sound can be heard Its 50 villas built from reclaimed teak other than waves gently lapping the are spread along a one-mile crescent of beaches and birdsong from the trees. pristine private beach, backed by For larger groups or special soaring mountains and lush rainforest. occasions, you can even hire out the Each villa has its own private infinity whole island, which includes 22 pool overlooking the shimmering one- and two-bedroom cottages and turquoise waters of the South China villas, giving you ultimate privacy. Sea and there is a superb spa in the There’s a beachside restaurant if you resort. With no cars on site, take a prefer to dine in company rather bicycle ride or stroll along the beach than on your villa’s terrace. Relax in and listen to nothing but insects the spa or for something a little buzzing and the rolling waves. more energetic, climb the island’s highest point, Marni Hill, for stunning vista sunsets and views across the Grenadines archipelago.

Sit back and watch the spectacular sunset on Denis Island

Sunrise at Six Senses on Con Son Denis Island Beach life on Petit St Vincent SEYCHELLES

rom snorkelling in the crystal clear, 25 villas and cottages. There’s an open magical reefs with turtles, clownfish, wooden lobby and restaurant at the heart of Fparrotfish and rays, to spotting some of the island, but guests can also choose to dine the rarest birds of prey on earth, visitors can on the beach while enjoying a spectacular become one with nature on Denis Island. sunset. Explore its 375 acres – none of which Despite being just half an hour’s flight from is off-limits – on foot, forget about time and Mahé, Denis Island, which lies on the enjoy the slow pace of life. The terrain is northern edge of the Seychelles, feels remote totally flat and covered in lush vegetation. and secluded. Set in the Indian Ocean, the The owners’ mission to conserve the island crescent, ringed with pristine white sand and and their emphasis on sustainability means palm trees, offers visitors the chance to really delicious, organic food, whether that’s eggs unplug and unwind, with no phone signal or fresh from roaming chickens or the local digital television and limited internet in the catch of the day.

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Laucala Island

TAVEUNI, FIJI

he epitome of tropical paradise, private island Laucala, in the South Pacific, Tfeatures dramatic scenery of lush rainforest, volcanic mountains, deserted beaches and lively coral reefs. Just a short 50-minute flight from Nadi International Airport, the island covers 7.5 Båtholmen miles with 25 Fijian-style villas on the HVALER, NORWAY northern coast, set amid coconut plantations, and a stone’s throw from the sparkling sea. he private island of Båtholmen offers Its unspoiled wilderness gives visitors a something a little different. Just off the chance to see some of the archipelago’s rarest THvaler archipelago in Norway, this birds, fish and animals, as well as sample 2.5-acre island houses just one quaint, newly some incredibly fresh and flavoursome refurbished cabin that feels totally off the grid organic food from local farms. Style and – ideal for those looking to switch off from sustainability go hand in hand for the resort, the outside world. The cabin can fit up to five and guests can experience local traditions guests in two bedrooms (bookings must be from the cultural village, one of the last left in made through Airbnb) and offers scenic Fiji. Get an insight into the traditional music, views in every direction. There is a motor architecture, arts and crafts such as weaving, boat included with the rental, meaning you

carving and Masi art, as well as experiencing can explore the 800 islands, reefs and islets Go off grid on the the warm hospitality for which Fiji is famous. nearby – a maritime paradise. Try your hand Norwegian island Rainforest walking tours, golf, jet-skiing, at fishing, a range of water sports or even of Båtholmen horse riding, kite and windsurfing, fishing sunbathing on the rocks, as Hvaler is known and snorkelling are just some of the other to be the municipality with the highest activities to keep you busy. number of sunny days per year in Norway.

Little Peter Oasis

BELIZE

ittle Peter Oasis offers visitors unparalleled levels of privacy, with just Lone house on the whole island. Located eight miles off the coast of Belize, it can be reached by boat or private helicopter. The overwater bungalow sits on stilts offering spectacular 360-degree views of the Caribbean Sea. With a private, 30-foot deep lagoon, guests can take a dip in a protected environment. Alternatively, you’re a 10-minute boat ride from the second largest barrier reef in the world. A personal concierge can organise trips to the nearby Mayan ruins or activities such as rappelling down waterfalls, Room with a view but with access to kayaks, paddleboards and The whole island at Peninsular Villa is yours at Little on Laucala Island snorkelling equipment and a private chef, you Peter Oasis may not wish to leave your private oasis.

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PEDALLING FASHION Former pro cyclist David Millar is rewriting the rules of cycling kit with an iconic range of apparel and innovations that fuse Savile Row style and Tour de France technology

WORDS MARK BAILEY

avid Millar has many happy memories of his 18 years as a professional road Dcyclist, from winning four individual stages of the Tour de France to claiming two British national cycling titles, but he certainly does not miss the garish Lycra. “I spent my entire professional cycling career dressed as a human billboard,” confesses Millar, 42, referencing the giant sponsorship logos and dazzling colours traditionally worn by elite cycling teams. “After retiring [in 2014] I wanted to wear something subtle and understated. I wanted to create cycling Former pro cyclist clothing that was designed for riding, not David Millar is on a mission to create racing, but still with the latest tech.” high-tech cycling Millar’s quest to escape the primary apparel that colours and soulless design of traditional looks good too cycling apparel coincided with a broader →

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thirst among discerning recreational riders But his creations are also built with Tour de for a more refined style of cycling clothing. France level technology. The jerseys are made The cycling industry is big business, with feather-light fabric, which weighs just generating £5.4bn for the UK economy each 50g per square metre; the base layers feature year – three times more than the UK steel a hydrophilic layer to wick away sweat; the industry. And with many affluent riders bib-shorts have a multi-panel construction willing to indulge their passion by for a more comfortable fit; and the jackets are purchasing £10,000 bikes and £1,500 wheel made from cutting-edge windproof materials. sets, Millar knew plenty of other cyclists secretly shared his desire for superior style. POSITIVE PLACE So, in 2015 he launched his own cycling By blending fashion, art, innovation and brand called CHPT3 to develop high-end “We all look for this technology, Millar – who lives in Girona, cycling apparel and engage in creative Spain, with his wife, Nicole, and their three collaborations with other companies. third space, outside of children, Archibald, Harvey, and Maxine With his debonair style and lifelong interest – hopes his brand can represent what he calls in culture and design, Millar was always our busy everyday the vital ‘third space’, separate from work and regarded as a cycling aesthete, combining a family life, where people can escape in pursuit bohemian instinct for nonconformity with a lives, which we of physical fitness and mental relaxation. natural patrician elegance off the bike. And “The brand has morphed a bit in the last his CHPT3 apparel ooze the same mix of dedicate to sport. It’s couple of years with my own personal changes maverick flair and timeless style. “The and the way I’m starting to see cycling products are technical at heart and we have a really positive place differently,” he explains. “When it was created, used all my knowledge of performance Developed with the name CHPT3 simply signified the next Castelli, the CHPT3 technology as a pro cyclist, but I wanted a where we can go to Girona collection pays chapter of my life after cycling, but since different aesthetic and a bit more soul,” he homage to Millar’s retiring I have noticed we all look for this explains. “I like mixing art and fashion enjoy a little time adopted hometown third space, outside of our busy everyday because I’m slightly obsessive about cycling lives, which we dedicate to sport. It’s a really aesthetics. So we brought an element of to ourselves” positive place where we can go to enjoy a little bespoke tailoring to the world of high- time to ourselves and that’s what I want performance technical wear.” CHPT3 to represent.” Millar was never alone in his search for STYLE AND SUBSTANCE upmarket cycling style. The London brand Millar recruited the help of the architect and Rapha has been releasing chic cycling designer Richard Pearce and the bespoke clothing since 2004. The Nice-based Café du tailor Timothy Everest to create an Cycliste creates sleek apparel laced with innovative new range that boasts fine fabrics, Gallic flair. And the Tokyo firm Pedal Ed has classic tailoring and intricate detailing, released a range of functional urban designs. inspired by the sophistication of Savile Row. But Millar has gone in search of innovative Some of his CHPT3 jerseys feature darting collaborations, working with cycle experts on the front panels and shaped collars to Fabric to create a light carbon saddle inspired give them the cut of a formal shirt. The by aerospace design processes; teaming up bib-shorts have straps, which deliberately with British brand Brompton to build a look and feel like braces. The jackets have stylishly stripped-back commuter bike; and squarer shoulders and buttoned collars, joining forces with Swedish company POC to evoking the look of classic leather biker create an aerodynamic helmet. jackets. And the eye-catching base layers “We make products but I want CHPT3 to mirror the vibrant lining of a bespoke suit. be something much bigger than that and to represent a new way to look at the sport,” concludes Millar. “We have collaborations “I like mixing art and with exciting brands, but we also do quirky stuff like tube socks inspired by my BMX fashion because I’m days. All the products are a reflection of my technical background, but also my absolute slightly obsessive about mishmash of a life. I have lived in six different countries and seen so many different cultures, cycling aesthetics” and it all comes together in what we do. I view cycling differently – and I think other people do too.”

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We focus all our efforts on creating beautiful homes and amazing places in which to live, work PORTFOLIO: and relax WHERE TO FIND US Built on respect Berkeley creates exceptional homes and communities Respect for our customers is at the heart of every decision we make. Before a single plan is drawn up, we ensure we understand what they want and need to enjoy a meaningful lifestyle. across London, Birmingham and the South of England Our thinking goes far beyond the bricks and mortar.

Green spaces for everyone We believe in creating public spaces that everyone can use and enjoy. Access to green spaces in urban environments has a long-term positive impact on people’s wellbeing. That’s why open parkland and landscaped gardens are an intrinsic element of Berkeley developments.

Creating communities Berkeley is no ordinary housebuilder. For over 40 years, we have applied our knowledge and skills to create strong, successful communities. Our heritage and longevity in the market are founded on a total commitment to excellence in everything we do. 72 Berkeley Life Berkeley Life 73 Portfolio / London Portfolio / London LONDON We provide the ultimate choice of homes throughout London, a market that we know and understand. We deliver new places which are socially, environmentally and economically successful

Filmworks 1 Richmond Chase 2 Royal Exchange 3

Ealing, W5 – by St George Richmond, TW10 – by Berkeley Kingston upon Thames, KT1 – by St George Retaining the historic façade of the original art deco Set against a backdrop of the renowned Richmond Park, Royal Exchange occupies an enviable location with the cinema, Filmworks will welcome a mix of new homes, Richmond Chase is a collection of homes that offers River Thames, Hampton Court and Bushy Park on its alongside a cinema, restaurants and bars. Crossrail will sophisticated family living, within easy reach of central doorstep. The development includes 295 contemporary M25 further enhance the already excellent transport links. London just 30 minutes away*. new apartments, and two former historical buildings.

TRENT PARK Availability Manhattan, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments Availability 2 and 3 bedroom apartments and Availability Manhattan, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom 21 and penthouses 4 and 5 bedroom houses contemporary apartments A1 Prices from £599,950 Prices from £840,000 Prices from £480,000

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MILL HILL A406 A406 M1 M11

6 23 Colindale Hornsey HARROW

HIGHGATE 20 A12

Manor House

HACKNEY Romford 4 5 6 HAMPSTEAD 22 A406 The Mansions Grand Union Beaufort Park Stonebridge Park ISLINGTON Wimbledon, SW20 – by Berkeley Wembley, HA0 – by St George Hendon, NW9 – by St George 5 The Mansions is set within the exclusive Wimbledon Hill A sense of community will be at the heart of Grand Beaufort Park is a vibrant new community in north-west Park development. Located within parkland and inspired Union. The vision for this 22-acre development is to London, providing high-quality homes. Residents can A40 A406 King’s Cross Liverpool St Pancras A13 19 Street by London’s iconic mansion blocks, this stylish reconnect the local area with the Grand Union Canal and enjoy health and fitness facilities and landscaped gardens, 14 Bow development offers a private concierge, residents’ the River Brent. The regeneration of this site will provide all with the convenience of nearby shops and bars. WEST END Road Bow East Acton 1 Paddington Blackfriars Tower Church gymnasium and private cinema.M25 new homes, employment space and a community centre. ACTON 9 Tower Gateway Charing Hill Studios, manhattan, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom MAYFAIR Cross Availability Ealing Broadway KENSINGTON London City 18 24 Airport Availability 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom apartments Availability Manhattan, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments apartments and penthouses West Acton Central 10 11 Victoria Canary Prices from £660,000 Prices from £372,000 Prices from £402,450 Drayton WEST DRAYTON Waterloo Wharf 15 28 Contact 020 3944 3345 • themansions.co.uk Contact 020 3944 3338 • grandunion.uk Contact 020 3811 2701 • beaufortpark.co.uk 7 KNIGHTSBRIDGE London Bridge 25 WOOLWICH M4 Hammersmith 29 16 VAUXHALL CHELSEA Fulham Pimlico Woolwich 8 Arsenal Kew Bridge Broadway 17 Vauxhall GREENWICH

Parsons 12 13 Green Battersea Park BATTERSEA 27 A205 Imperial Lewisham RICHMOND A205 Wharf Clapham Junction Denmark Hill BLACKHEATH A2 Heathrow Airport CLAPHAM 26 Wandsworth Town Ladywell A3

TWICKENHAM RICHMOND A205 A20 PARK

A21 WIMBLEDON A23 2

Wimbledon CHISLEHURST 4 CROYDON Kingston 7 8 9 3 KINGSTON Sovereign Court Fulham Reach White City Living UPON Raynes Park KEY THAMES Rail Station Hammersmith, W6 – by St George Hammersmith, W6 – by St George White City, W12 – by St James Underground Station Contemporary, urban-inspired 2 and 3 bedroom An award-winning development, Fulham Reach is White City Living is creating a new neighbourhood of apartments, penthouses and Villas set amidst landscaped perfectly located on one of the most dramatic stretches over 1,800 new homes, set amongst 8 acres of DLR Station courtyards. Located only a short walk to Hammersmith of the River Thames with views that stretch across to landscaping. White City and Wood Lane underground Crossrail Station stations and close to Kensington, Fulham and Chiswick. Hammersmith Bridge and beyond. Set in landscaped stations are at the entrance to the development. Crossrail Line gardens next to a sweeping riverside promenade. Availability 2 and 3 bedroom apartments, Availability Suites, 1, 2 and 3 bed apartments and penthouses and Villas Availability 2 bedroom apartments penthouses Prices from £924,950 Prices from £1,225,000 Prices from £798,000

*Journey times are approximate only. Source: Google Maps Source: only. approximate are times *Journey Contact 020 3944 2399 • sovereign-court.com Contact 020 3797 0676 • fulhamreach.co.uk Contact 020 3797 0877 • whitecityliving.co.uk Information correct at time of printing at time of correct Information

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Kensington Row 10 Royal Warwick Square 11 Chelsea Creek 12 250 City Road 19 Woodberry Down 20

Kensington, W14 – by St Edward Kensington, W14 – by St Edward Fulham, SW6 – by St George Islington, EC1V – by Berkeley Finsbury Park, N4 – by Berkeley Our final collection at Kensington Row offers spacious and Royal Warwick Square benefits from bespoke interior Chelsea Creek brings a European style of waterside living to Situated between Angel and Old Street, 250 City Road is Woodberry Down will comprise 5,500 new homes. Set beautifully crafted apartments and penthouses – some of design and luxurious leisure facilities. A tranquil central London with tree-lined avenues and canals. Located within walking distance of the Financial and Tech districts. across 64 acres, including a nature reserve and a sailing the finest new homes available. With world-class leisure garden square sits at the heart of this central between the King’s Road in Chelsea and the River Thames It will encompass 954 homes, just under 2 acres of lake. Located just 8 minutes from King’s Cross* and 20 facilities, these homes are all ready to move into today. London development. with fast access into the City from Imperial Wharf station. WiFi-enabled green spaces, retail outlets and workspaces. minutes* from the City from Manor House underground station and Stamford Hill overground station. Availability 2 and 4 bedroom apartments and Availability 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom apartments and Availability A completed collection of 1 and 2 bedroom Availability 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments and 4 bedroom penthouse penthouses homes penthouses Availability 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments OUR VISION Prices from £1,905,000 Prices from £849,950 Prices from £840,000 Prices from £880,000 Prices from £540,000 Contact 020 3944 2167 • kensingtonrow.com Contact 020 3797 0263 • royalwarwicksquare.co.uk Contact 020 3811 0539 • chelseacreek.co.uk Contact 020 3811 0709 • 250cityroad.co.uk Contact 020 3797 0924 • woodberry-down.co.uk Berkeley’s vision is to be “a world-class business, defined by the quality of the places we create, generating long-term value and having a positive impact on society”.

The drive and passion behind Our Vision extends far beyond housebuilding. It touches many aspects of society and the environment, and ensures that our work has a positive impact, now and in the future.

To make sure we deliver Our Vision, we have five areas of strategic focus: Customers, Homes, Places, Operations and Our People.

By focusing on these areas and by being Prince of Wales Drive 13 West End Gate 14 9 Millbank 15 Trent Park 21 The Cottonworks 22 dedicated to running our business considerately and sustainably, Berkeley ensures that we Battersea, SW11 – by St William Marylebone, W2 – by Berkeley Westminster, SW1P – by St Edward Enfield, EN4 – by Berkeley Highbury, N7 – by St William continue to maintain excellent customer service Set in 2.5 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, Situated moments from Marylebone, West End Gate On the banks of the River Thames, 9 Millbank is Grade II A countryside location in north London. The The Cottonworks will provide 22 private one and two standards, whilst delivering high-quality homes Prince of Wales Drive is a contemporary collection of is a collection of beautifully crafted apartments and listed with panoramic views across London’s skyline. development will comprise over 270 newly built and bedroom apartments together with a mix of commercial with low environmental impact, and places spacious apartments. Ideally located just moments from penthouses, set amongst secluded gardens. Residents’ Located just a short stroll from the Houses of Parliament, carefully restored homes. The centrepiece is the space on the ground floor. The scheme is conveniently which encourage people’s wellbeing and where Battersea Park, a short walk to two overground rail facilities include a cinema, private dining room and pool. this new residential address encapsulates British luxury. Grade II listed mansion house and Daffodil Lawn. located on Seven Sisters Road and just 0.5 miles from communities can thrive. stations and a mile from Sloane Square and Chelsea. Finsbury Park underground and overground stations. Availability Manhattan, 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom Availability 1, 3 and 4 bedroom apartments and Availability 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments We recognise that the skills, knowledge and Availability 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments apartments and penthouses penthouses and 4 and 5 bedroom houses Availability 1 and 2 bedroom apartments dedication of our people, alongside the efficient Prices from £700,000 Prices from £645,000 Prices from £1,715,000 Price from £575,000 Prices from £440,000 management of our operations, are fundamental Contact 020 3797 0312 • princeofwalesdrive.co.uk Contact 020 3944 3871 • westendgate.co.uk Contact 020 3797 0623 • 9millbank.com Contact 020 3797 6989 • trent-park.co.uk Contact 020 3944 2869 • thecottonworks.co.uk to the ongoing success of our business.

We set commitments every two years to help drive the business towards being world-class.

You can find out more about Our Vision, including our commitments and prior performance at: berkeleygroup.co.uk/about-us/ our-vision

The Dumont 16 Oval Village 17 One Blackfriars 18 Clarendon 23 London Dock 24

Albert Embankment, SE1 – by St James Vauxhall, SE11 – by Berkeley Blackfriars, SE1 – by St George Hornsey, N8 – By St William Wapping, E1W – by St George With enviable views of the London skyline, The Dumont Oval Village is a new kind of neighbourhood with One Blackfriars is an impressive and modern sculptural Clarendon combines over 1,700 apartments with Situated in the heart of Wapping, just moments from completes the St James trio of buildings along the community at its heart. A short walk from the historic Kia addition to the skyline of central London. Seated at the extensive business, retail and community space. It is Tower Bridge, the Tower of London and the City, London regenerated Albert Embankment, on the south bank of Oval cricket ground, this collection of apartments has all cultural heart of the South Bank, the building offers close to four stations, offering easy access to the West Dock features 1,800 high specification new homes set the River Thames. the charm, character and community of English village buyers a truly luxurious lifestyle with exquisite interiors End and City and offers a central public square. amongst 7.5 acres of beautifully landscaped squares, life, without losing the buzz of the city. and incredible views across the River Thames. promenades, shops, bars and restaurants. Availability 2 and 3 bedroom apartments and Availability Phase 1 – Hornsey Park Place 4 bedroom penthouses Availability Manhattan, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments Availability 3 bedroom apartments and suites Suites, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments Availability 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments Prices from £6,950,000 Prices from £632,000 Prices from POA Prices from £362,500 Prices from £890,000

Contact 020 3944 0674 • thedumont.co.uk Contact 020 3773 3438 • ovalvillage.co.uk Contact 020 3797 0669 • oneblackfriars.co.uk tfl.gov.uk Source: only. approximate are times *Train Contact 020 3944 3479 • clarendonn8.co.uk Contact 020 3797 6907 • londondock.co.uk Information correct at time of printing at time of correct Information

76 Berkeley Life Berkeley Life 77 Portfolio / London Portfolio / Beyond London BEYOND LONDON South Quay Plaza 25 Forbury 26 Kidbrooke Village 27 We offer a variety of homes across Birmingham and the South of England in some of the most sought after areas, still within easy reach of central London Canary Wharf, E14 – by Berkeley Blackheath, SE13 – by Berkeley Kidbrooke, SE3 – by Berkeley South Quay Plaza will be the tallest building the Berkeley Located in Blackheath, one of London’s thriving Located in the Royal Borough of Greenwich, Kidbrooke Group has built. At 68 storeys, it will offer fantastic views villages, Forbury is a collection of apartments and Village offers 130 acres of parkland and open space. of London. The glass building will be surrounded by lush villas, within walking distance of the village and the Since 2010 prices at the award-winning destination have gardens with waterside cafés, bars and restaurants. station, with connections into London Bridge in just more than doubled. 12 minutes*. Availability Manhattan suites, 1 and 3 bedroom homes Availability Manhattan 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments and a 3 bedroom penthouse apartment Availability 3 bedroom apartment and 4 bedroom villas and 3 bedroom houses Prices from £895,000 Prices from £845,000 Prices from £370,000 020 3797 4681 • southquayplaza.london 020 3944 3833 • forbury-blackheath.co.uk 020 3944 3764 • kidbrookevillage.co.uk Contact Contact Contact 52 BIRMINGHAM M6

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M1 BEDFORDSHIRE

M40 M11 28 29 Royal Arsenal King’s Road Park BUCKINGHAMSHIRE

Riverside Fulham, SW6 – by St William HERTFORDSHIRE Situated just 60 metres from the King’s Road and close to Woolwich, SE18 – by Berkeley the River Thames. With world-class residents’ facilities GLOUCESTERSHIRE Situated on the banks of the River Thames. Since 2009 and set within six acres of beautiful landscaping, including OXFORDSHIRE M25 capital values at the destination have more than doubled. a new public park, square and residents’ garden. 30 31 ESSEX Availability Manhattan Suites, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom Availability Suites, 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom apartments 50 apartments and 2 and 3 bedroom penthouses and penthouses SOUTH LONDON Prices from £402,500 Prices from £790,000 GLOUCESTERSHIRE 37

* Train times are approximate only. Source tfl.gov.uk Source only. approximate are times Train * Contact 020 3944 2216 • royalarsenalriverside.co.uk Contact 020 3944 3555 • Kingsroadparksw6.co.uk M4 34 36 35 54 WEST 33 32 BERKSHIRE BERKSHIRE 47 56 The Berkeley Group is made up of six autonomous companies: Berkeley, St Edward, St George, St James, St Joseph and 38 St William. All are devoted to the same ideals; creating new homes, mixed-use and commercial developments of unrivalled 55 M20 39 40 KENT quality, always underpinned by concepts of sustainability, community and regeneration. WILTSHIRE M3 SURREY M23 46 41 45 42 HAMPSHIRE 49 44

53 43 Established in 1976, Established as a joint Specialises in high-quality Established in 1996, St Joseph is the Berkeley A joint venture between Berkeley is the largest venture company mixed-use sustainable originally as a joint Group’s newest brand, National Grid and the division within the Group, co-owned by the Berkeley regeneration, in central venture with based in the Midlands. Berkeley Group. The goal operating within London Group and Prudential London, transforming Thames Water. The business believes is to transform industrial EAST SUSSEX and the South of England. Assurance Company. The large areas of brownfield Over the past 20 years, that inspiring public sites from a bygone age KEY WEST SUSSEX It delivers a diverse range powerful combination of land, reviving the City the company has realm is the cornerstone into beautiful places which of projects from large Crossrail Line the two companies’ landscape and creating established a reputation of a happy, thriving people call home. 48 regeneration sites with strengths and thriving new destinations. as a design-conscious community and it St William will unlock 4,000 new homes to complementary skills developer, which is committed to some of the most HS2 Station specialist projects such as provides a strong vehicle continues to regenerate delivering the very technically complex the Crossrail station for delivering unique sites and transform best developments regeneration sites at the at Royal Arsenal Riverside. residentially led them into attractive for local people. heart of communities developments. developments. across London and the South of England, creating homes for everyone. Information correct at time of printing at time of correct Information

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Elmswater 30 Fairwood Place 31 Brompton Gardens 32 Edenbrook Village 39 Hartland Village 40 Leighwood Fields 41

Rickmansworth – by St William Borehamwood – by St William Ascot – by Berkeley Fleet – by Berkeley Fleet – by St Edward Cranleigh – by Berkeley Elmswater is a development of 48 spacious apartments, Located just a short walk to Elstree & Borehamwood Brompton Gardens is a collection of new and refurbished Set on the edge of an 82-acre country park, yet just a Hartland Village is a new community in the midst of the Leighwood Fields is a beautiful development in the heart some with stunning views overlooking the nearby Elms train station, this collection of 78 apartments has homes in the sought-after town of Ascot. It offers the short distance from Fleet town centre, Edenbrook Village Hampshire countryside, surrounded by rich natural of rural Surrey, moments from the centre of Cranleigh, Lake. Just a short distance from Rickmansworth town excellent connections to central London in just 18 serenity of country living with the convenience of direct offers traditionally styled homes that are perfect for woodland and close to the thriving commuter town of England’s largest village. Here you will find a high street centre and within walking distance of the train station, minutes*. With easy access to the Hertfordshire transport links to central London. modern family living. Easy access to the M3 allows Fleet with its excellent fast links to London. filled with independent shops and cafés, outstanding the commute into central London takes just 27 minutes*. countryside and a short walk to the town centre. convenient connections to London and the South Coast. schools and acres of glorious green space. Availability 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom apartments and Availability 1 and 2 bedroom apartments and Availability 2 bedroom apartments Availability 2 bedroom apartments 3, 4 and 5 bedroom houses Availability 2, 3, 4 and 5 bedroom houses 3, 4 and 5 bedroom houses Availability 3, 4 and 5 bedroom houses Prices from £620,000 Prices from £475,000 Prices from £550,000 Prices from £415,000 Prices from £249,950 Prices from £575,000 Contact 01923 882 124 • elmswater.co.uk Contact 020 3797 0468 • fairwoodplace.co.uk Contact 01753 336 527 • bromptongardens.co.uk Contact 01252 755 405 • edenbrookvillage.co.uk Contact 01252 755 440 • hartlandvillage.co.uk Contact 01483 355 484 • leighwoodfields.co.uk

Eldridge Park 33 Woodhurst Park 34 Green Park Village 35 Barleycroft 42 Broadacres 43 Highwood Village 44

Wokingham – by Berkeley Warfield – by Berkeley Reading – by St Edward Rudgwick – by Berkeley Southwater, West Sussex – by Berkeley Horsham – by Berkeley Set within the historic town of Wokingham, Eldridge Park Close to the newly redeveloped centre of Bracknell, Perfectly placed within easy reach of London and central Barleycroft offers stylish modern living in the historic Beautifully designed, combining elegant façades and Located within walking distance of the historic market nestles alongside 25 acres of country park – ideal for Woodhurst Park sits in 65 acres of country park. Reading, Green Park Village offers a superb collection of village of Rudgwick on the Sussex-Surrey border. contemporary interiors, Broadacres is situated in the town of Horsham in West Sussex, Highwood Village offers picnics, dog walks or an invigorating run. Close to major Residents enjoy extensive open spaces, village green, New England inspired houses and apartments with a Inspired by the character of its surroundings, this delightful village of Southwater, West Sussex. Here you will a range of beautifully styled houses and apartments road and rail links to London and the south east. Crossrail orchard, adventure play areas, paths and cycleways. charming lakeside setting. intimate collection of just 55 homes is located close to find beautiful countryside, local shops, a new sports with a real sense of community. will arrive soon at both Reading and Twyford stations. the many amenities to be found in the village. pavilion and excellent schools just a short walk away. Availability 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments and Availability 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments Availability 1 and 2 bedroom apartments and 2, 3, 4 and Availability 2, 3 and 4 bedroom houses 3, 4 and 5 bedroom houses and 3 and 4 bedroom houses Availability 2, 3, 4 and 5 bedroom homes Availability 3, 4 and 5 bedroom houses 5 bedroom houses Prices from £410,000 Prices from £275,000 Prices from £259,500 Prices from £399,950 Prices from £399,500 Prices from £235,000 Contact 01753 336 529 • eldridgepark.co.uk Contact 01753 336 528 • woodhurstpark.co.uk Contact 0118 391 4853 • greenparkvillage.co.uk Contact 01403 886 807 • barleycroft-rudgwick.co.uk Contact 01403 885 240 • broadacres-southwater.co.uk Contact 01403 886 520 • highwoodvillage.co.uk

Bankside Gardens 36 Taplow Riverside 37 Princes Chase 38 Royal Wells Park 45 Hollyfields 46 Holborough Lakes 47

Reading – by St Edward Taplow – by Berkeley Leatherhead, Surrey – by Berkeley Royal Tunbridge Wells – by Berkeley Hawkenbury – by Berkeley Kent – by Berkeley Set amongst acres of parkland and beside a beautiful Private river moorings, views over the Thames and a Nestled in private woodland, Princes Chase is located just Royal Wells Park is located in the heart of the historic spa Overlooking the High Weald, Hollyfields is located in an Set around a series of freshwater lakes and attractive lake, Bankside Gardens offers contemporary design-led glorious country park are just some of the attractions. five minutes from Leatherhead town centre. This exclusive town Royal Tunbridge Wells in Kent. The development idyllic country setting, yet just minutes from historic landscaping, Holborough Lakes offers a range of facilities apartments. Located at the heart of the M4 tech corridor, New and refurbished homes and apartments are linked development offers timeless architecture, beautiful benefits from connections into London Bridge station in Royal Tunbridge Wells town centre. This new community including a village hall, Valley Invicta Primary School, this cutting-edge development heralds a new era of 21st by a network of pretty riverside walks. interiors and stunning landscaping. just 42 minutes*. of homes is surrounded by landscaping, a village green, Benjamin Rabbit Nursery and a residents’ association. century living – urban lifestyle with a focus on wellbeing. ponds, hedgerows and play areas. Availability 1 and 2 bedroom apartments and Availability 1 and 2 bedroom apartments and 2, 3, 4 Availability 1 and 2 bedroom apartments and Availability 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments and 3, 4 and Availability 1 and 2 bedroom apartments penthouses and 3, 4 and 5 bedroom homes and 5 bedroom houses 4 bedroom houses Availability 3, 4 and 5 bedroom houses 5 bedroom houses Prices from £289,000 Prices from £475,000 Prices from £262,500 Prices from £325,000 Prices from £550,000 Prices from £250,000

Contact 0118 391 4862 • banksidegardens.co.uk Contact 01628 873 480 • taplowriverside.co.uk Contact 01372 889 337 • princeschase.co.uk thetrainline.com Source: only. approximate are times Train * Contact 01892 886 955 • royalwellspark.co.uk Contact 01892 886 961 • berkeleygroup.co.uk Contact 01643 888 386 • holboroughlakes.co.uk Information correct at time of printing at time of correct Information

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Within London Bersted Park 48 The Paperyard 49 Abbey Barn Park 50

A406 North Bersted – by Berkeley Horsham – by Berkeley Buckinghamshire – by Berkeley M11 The new homes at Bersted Park, close to the This impressive collection of contemporary apartments Located just outside High Wycombe town centre, this M1 A406 Stanmore BARNET West Sussex coast, are set within some of the south is conveniently located just a few minutes’ walk from thoughtfully designed collection of houses and Canons Park KEY east’s most appealing countryside. Woodland walks, Horsham train station. Offering stylish town centre living, apartments features landscaped spaces linking through Rail Station tranquil lakes, open parkland and the coast are on this vibrant destination enjoys fantastic shopping, the homes to the Deangarden ancient woodland. With fast Underground Station HIGHGATE your doorstep. dining and entertainment amenities as well as excellent train services into London Marylebone in 30 minutes*. Colindale DLR Station Manor House transport links. Crossrail Station HACKNEY Romford Availability 2, 3, 4 and 5 bedroom houses Availability Houses and apartments Crossrail Line A406 Prices from £280,000 Availability Manhattan, 1 and 2 bedroom apartments Prices from £480,000 ISLINGTON Contact 01243 882 529 • berstedpark.co.uk Contact 01403 885 532 • thepaperyard.co.uk Contact 01344 985 260 • berkeleygroup.co.uk CAMDEN

A40 A406 King’s Cross BOW UXBRIDGE St Pancras Liverpool A13 Street Bow Road Bow East Acton WEST END 59 ACTON Paddington Church Charing Tower Tower 57 MAYFAIR Cross Hill Gateway 60 Ealing Broadway London City KENSINGTON Airport Hayes & Acton Central Victoria Harlington WEST DRAYTON Waterloo KNIGHTSBRIDGE M4 Hammersmith WOOLWICH Kew Bridge Fulham CHELSEA Pimlico VAUXHALL 58 Woolwich Broadway Arsenal GREENWICH Vauxhall Parsons Battersea Park CAMBERWELL Green BATTERSEA A205 Imperial Lewisham RICHMOND Wharf A205 Clapham Junction Denmark Hill BLACKHEATH A2 Heathrow Airport CLAPHAM Wandsworth Town Ladywell A3 ROEHAMPTON A205 A20 51 52 53 WIMBLEDON The Waterside Snow Hill Wharf Knights Quarter A23 A21

Wimbledon KINGSTON CROYDON CHISLEHURST Royal Worcester – by Berkeley Birmingham – by St Joseph Winchester – by Berkeley UPON Discover the beauty and charm of this waterside location Snow Hill Wharf offers a collection of contemporary Situated moments from the historic city centre, combining THAMES with refurbished and newly built apartments to suit all canal-side apartments. Located within walking the best of Winchester living with the very best of Berkeley lifestyles. Perfectly positioned to enjoy Sunday walks or distance of the Colmore Business District and quality, this exclusive development boasts stylish morning runs along the River Severn and just half a mile prime transport connections. interiors, magnificent grounds and a residents’ gym. Further Afield WORCESTER PARK from Worcester Foregate Station. Availability 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments, duplexes Availability 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments, penthouses Availability 2 bedroom apartments and penthouses and 4 and 5 bedroom townhouses Prices from £189,000 Prices from £190,000 Prices from £300,000 BIRMINGHAM 71 M6 Contact 01905 888 537 • watersideroyalworcester.co.uk Contact 01213 149 906 • snowhillwharf.co.uk Contact 01962 657 673 • knightsquarter.co.uk

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HERTFORDSHIRE 61 GLOUCESTERSHIRE OXFORDSHIRE 67 M25 ESSEX

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M4 62 63 54 55 56 WEST 64 Kennet Island Courtyard Gardens Lumina BERKSHIRE 65 68 BERKSHIRE

Reading – by Berkeley Oxted – by St William Camberley, Surrey – by Berkeley 69 M20 KENT WILTSHIRE M3 SURREY Set in beautifully landscaped grounds and Located in the picturesque commuter town of Oxted in This exclusive collection of apartments offers the ultimate 66 M23 surrounded by open spaces and an ecological area, Surrey. The collection of 111 apartments and penthouses place to live with the convenience of the train station, HAMPSHIRE Kennet Island combines contemporary living within a all come with private outside space and parking. Set shops and restaurants on your doorstep. Enjoying a town thriving community close to Reading. within landscaped gardens and with fast connections into centre location, residents’ facilities include a rooftop central London in just 33 minutes*. garden, business lounge, screening room and fitness room.

EAST SUSSEX KEY WEST SUSSEX Availability 1 and 2 bedroom apartments Availability 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments Availability Manhattan, 1 and 2 bedroom apartments Crossrail Line Prices from £262,500 Prices from £332,000 Prices from TBA HS2 Station Contact 0118 321 3846 • kennetisland.co.uk Contact 020 3944 3400 • courtyardgardensoxted.com Contact 01276 819 822 • lumina-camberley.co.uk * Train times are approximate only. Source: thetrainline.com Source: only. approximate are times Train * printing at time of correct Information

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Southall Waterside 57 Malt Street 58 Twelvetrees Park 59 Farnham 66 The Arches 67 29 London Road 68

Southall – by Berkeley London SE1 – by Berkeley London, E16 – by Berkeley Surrey – by Berkeley Watford – by St William Staines-upon-Thames – by Berkeley Southall Waterside is one of London’s most significant This new development in south London will offer over Twelvetrees Park is a new development of over 3,800 Situated in the centre of the historic market town of A gated development of 92 suites, one and two bedroom This collection of stylish apartments is ideally located regeneration projects. It will be a place of gardens 800 spacious and stylish homes. With a linear park homes, built around 12 acres of open green space, Farnham, moments from Farnham train station this apartments set within landscaped gardens, benefiting within a short walk of the town’s train station and town and parks, entertainment and leisure located just running through the heart of the development and landscaped gardens and a WiFi-enabled park, and stylish range of carefully designed apartments boasts from a private balcony or terrace for every apartment centre. Not only is this Thames-side town home to a 17 minutes* from Bond Street. shops, cafés and workspaces dotted around, Malt Street located minutes from West Ham station. With a new a courtyard garden and secure underground parking and parking. Just a short walk from Bushey train fantastic selection of shops, bars and restaurants, it also is transforming an underused industrial site into a school, independent bars and cafés, popular restaurants for its residents. station, providing fast access into central London has the advantage of proximity to Heathrow Airport and thriving, mixed-use neighbourhood. and a community centre at its heart. in 19 minutes*. excellent connections via A30, M25, M3 and the M4.

Availability Studio, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments Availability Studios and 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments Availability Studios, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments Availability Manhattan, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments Availability Suites, 1 and 2 bedroom apartments Availability Coming soon Contact 020 3944 4037 • southallwaterside.co.uk Contact 020 3797 0383 • berkeleygroup.co.uk Contact 020 3944 9716 • berkeleygroup.co.uk Contact 01252 755 468 • berkeleygroup.co.uk Contact 020 3944 3636 • thearcheswatford.co.uk Contact 01784 819 411 • berkeleygroup.co.uk

Poplar Riverside 60 Hertford 61 Vastern Road 62 Quinton Court 69 Highcroft 70 Glasswater Locks 71

London, E14 – by St William Hertfordshire – by St William Reading – by Berkeley Sevenoaks – by Berkeley Wallingford – by St Edward Birmingham – by St Joseph Poplar Riverside will provide over 2,800 suites and A riverside development of almost 400 new homes in the Located beside the River Thames and just moments from Quinton Court is a brand new collection of apartments Highcroft presents a collection of homes inspired by A distinctive new canalside location with a high-quality apartments, one hectare of new riverside parkland, café, historic town of Hertford, delivering a collection of one Reading Central train station, Vastern Road is set to situated in Sevenoaks’ historic town centre and within traditional architecture, complemented with modern range of contemporary apartments and duplexes and all pub, commercial gym, a supermarket and private lounge. and two bedroom apartments and three and four become a prestigious new riverside address. Designed to walking distance of the railway station, offering frequent interior design. The development in Oxfordshire also the on-site amenities that make busy lives easier, This new development will deliver opportunities for living, bedroom family homes. Adjacent to the River Lea, create a sense of place, connecting town to the river, this connections into London Bridge in just 22 minutes*. The offers green open spaces, a new primary school and including plans for a gym, cafés and shops. Anticipated working and learning in an environment characterised by offering peaceful canal-side walks, scheme is within walking distance of Reading town centre. town centre location means an array of restaurants, allotments for the whole community to enjoy. HS2 connections from Curzon Street station are less the site’s rich natural and industrial heritage. boutiques and green spaces are right on your doorstep. than half a mile away. Availability 1 and 2 bedroom apartments and Availability 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments and Availability 1 and 2 bedroom apartments, 2, 3, 4 and 5 Availability Suites, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments 3 and 4 bedroom houses 2 bedroom houses Availability 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments bedroom homes and 2 and 3 bedroom bungalows Availability 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments and duplexes Contact 020 3944 2173 • berkeleygroup.co.uk Contact 020 3944 3985 • berkeleygroup.co.uk Contact 0118 321 7322 • berkeleygroup.co.uk Contact 01732 806 977 • berkeleygroup.co.uk Contact 01865 989 303 • highcroft-wallingford.co.uk Contact 01213 147 409 • berkeleygroup.co.uk

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Kenavon Drive 63 Sunninghill 64 Sunningdale Park 65 berkeleygroup.co.uk Reading – by Berkeley Royal Berkshire – by St William Royal Berkshire – by Berkeley For further information about our Kenavon Drive enjoys a prime riverside location, within Located in Sunninghill, this new development will be Nestled within 79 acres of undulating parkland and walking distance of Reading town centre and the train providing a collection of both houses and shared ancient woods, Sunningdale Park offers contemporary developments, please visit: berkeleygroup.co.uk station. This landmark scheme will create a new ownership apartments. With a village green for residents new and refurbished homes, designed to Berkeley’s waterside destination in central Reading, providing a to enjoy, great transport links into central London in exacting standards. Nearby you will find world-class golf or call our Sales Offices where our teams will be place to enjoy a leisurely moment by the water. under an hour and parking for every home. courses and members’ clubs, and popular seasonal very happy to help you. events at Ascot Racecourse. Availability 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments and Availability 2 bedroom apartments and 3 bedroom houses 3, 4 and 5 bedroom houses Availability Coming soon Contact 0118 321 6582 • kenavondrive.com Contact 01344 985 463 • berkeleygroup.co.uk Contact 01344 985 463 • berkeleygroup.co.uk *Journey times are approximate only. Sources: Google Maps and thetrainline.com Google Maps Sources: only. approximate are times *Journey press. to going at time of correct Information

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ILLUSTRATION SEB JARNOT No place like home The space we inhabit holds a special meaning for all of us, says Paul Simpson

desire and I long every day to go home and The physical construct we call home varies look upon the day of my return,” Odysseus, enormously. For India’s richest man, Mukesh Ambani, “I hero of Homer’s Odyssey tells us. That desire, home is a $1 billion skyscraper mansion with his wife, which drives him on during his nine years away from three children and 600 servants. For the Dine people Troy, remains one of our most universal, instinctive (Navajos) in New Mexico, home is traditionally a and profound needs. As Judy Garland, as Dorothy in hogan, made of wooden poles, tree bark and mud. the MGM musical The Wizard Of Oz, observed with The doorway opens to the east to capture the sun’s such feeling: “There’s no place like home, there’s no first rays and bring the resident(s) good luck. place like home, there’s no place like home!” In an ever-changing world where we spend so For our earliest ancestors, Verlyn Klinkenborg much time in what French anthropologist Marc Auge noted in the Smithsonian Museum’s magazine, “home calls “non-places” – airports, shopping malls, hotels, may have been nothing more than a small fire and the railway stations – having somewhere to call home can light it cast on a few familiar faces, surrounded by be restorative, therapeutic and anchoring. ancient city-mounds of termites.” Of course, our The emotions we place on it are powerful and homes – much like our idea of what home is – have paradoxical. Author Ruth Behar, who was born in since become much more sophisticated. Cuba, grew up in New York and works in Michigan, The etymological roots of the word ‘home’ are tangled, says: “Home is a concrete location on a map. Home is but the obvious link is the German word heim. The fact a set of memories that can’t be confined to any map.” that heim was originally used to describe a village We can ‘feel at home’ somewhere but it’s not the suggests that, almost from the time when we first began same as ‘being at home’. The difference is eloquently to live in communities, our definition of home was as explained by Klinkenborg: “Perhaps you remember a much about belonging as property. moment, coming home from a trip, when the house Feeling secure was important too – which is why, in you call home looked, for a moment, like just another 1581, we find London headmaster Richard Mulcaster house on a street full of houses. For a fraction of a writing that: “He [the householder] is the appointee second, you could see your home as a stranger might of his own circumstances and his house is his castle.” see it. But then the illusion faded and your house Within 40 years, the idea that no one could enter becomes home again. That is one of the most basic another person’s home unless they were invited, had meanings of home – a place we can never see with a become part of England’s common law. stranger’s eyes for more than a moment.” “Our definition of home was as much about belonging as property”

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