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Star appeal Confections What Michelin in couture ratings really mean When the worlds of fashion and baking collide Diamonds and luxury leathers Meeting the growing demand for super-customised cars Designer lifestyles for contemporary living The age of elegance magazine EDITORS Jessica Moore, Barbara Walshe CREATIVE EDITOR Tim Scott Welcome SENIOR EDITOR Alison Krog ART DIRECTOR Becky Bates MANAGING EDITOR Sarah Dyson PRODUCTION EDITORS Steph Wilkinson, Ian Whiteling PICTURE EDITOR Dominique Campbell CONTRIBUTORS Lauren Cochrane, Jessica Gunn, Christopher Hadley, Hilton Holloway, Kate Stanton, Steph Wilkinson SENIOR PRODUCTION CONTROLLER Jade Pickard PRODUCTION MANAGER Trevor Simpson ACCOUNT DIRECTOR Steph Allister GROUP ART DIRECTOR Martin Tullett CREATIVE DIRECTOR Paul Harpin EDITORIAL DIRECTOR Simon Kanter MD, HAYMARKET NETWORK Andrew Taplin Reproduction by Haymarket Pre-press. Printed by Kaystamp, London, UK PICTURE CREDITS Welcome David Ellis Contents John Wycherley; Mark Nicholson Upfront Rex Features; Marc West/ The Story Museum; Photoshot/ Collection Christophel; Jason Bell/ The Royal Opera House; National Portrait Gallery collection © 2014 The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Inc./Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York and DACS, London; LatitudeStock/Alamy; Alisa Connan; Royal Opera House/ Catherine Ashmore; Juergen Teller/ National Theatre; Press Association Images; Sergio Coimbra; Chantal Joff e, Self-Portrait with Esme in St Leonards, 2012©Chantal Joff e Keep it in the family Uli Weber; The knowledge and skills passed down from generation to generation makes for fascinating reading Getty Images; Press Association Images Reaching for the sky Simon in this edition of Berkeley Magazine. From Caroline and Simon Burstein of Browns Fashion, Winson, Jason Hawkes/Berkeley an institution that is still led by their mother, Mrs B (page 14), to Nick and Giles English (pictured Homes PLC; St Edward Homes Magic of Michelin Mark Nicholson; above), whose luxury watch brand, Bremont Chronometers, is a tribute to their late father (page 36), Neil Setchfi eld On the wings of time David Ellis; Bremont; The we hear what family means to them. Wright Brothers™; Alamy Scents & sensibility Illustration Montse Bernal People places Richard Baker/Alamy; Simon Winson, But heritage and tradition have the power to inspire more than just careers. Our living spaces Huw Evans/Berkeley Homes PLC Couture cake makers Karin and surroundings – and the architecture and design they encompass – play an increasingly important Berndl; Georgia Glynn Smith/ www.peggyporschen.com; Joe role in our health and happiness (see page 22 and page 46). Woodhouse; Alamy Horticultural highs Berkeley Homes PLC; Crossrail ; 20 Fenchurch Street One You’ll also discover a feast for the senses. We sniff out how British perfumery has gained international of a kind John Wycherley; Aston Martin; James Lipman/Rolls-Royce recognition (page 42), taste the trend for fashion baking (page 52), and fi nd out how our top chefs Hidden treasures Press Association Images; Alamy; Land’s End really feel about gaining or losing a Michelin star (page 30). ,4)9(*, ;/, +(92 :0+, Landmark; Simon Winson, Huw Evans, Philip Durrant/Berkeley Homes PLC Let me tell you Daniel Lynch/eyevine As always, our aim with Berkeley Magazine is to bring you insights and inspiration wrapped up in an
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46 People places 66 One of a kind How Berkeley is bringing local amenities closer to home and From pink leather seats to a diamond-studded roof, we encouraging a greater sense of community consider the car-owner’s bespoke essentials
52 Couture cake makers 72 Hidden treasures Sugar and spice and all things nice are being fashioned into You’ll be amazed at the history that’s buried beneath your a very stylish baking revolution feet as we unearth some of the richest discoveries 8 = Discover more about Berkeley’s latest developments and Vision 20/20 6 Berkeley magazine Celebrating a great leader FIVE New Marking the 50th anniversary of Sir Winston OF THE London Churchill’s death, a series of Churchill’s England events will roll out across the country BEST during 2015. At Blenheim Palace, near Oxford, Hotels you can visit the room in which he was born, the gardens where he proposed to Clementine, and pore over his letters and photographs. Upfront Meanwhile, at the Churchill War Rooms in London, you can explore the bunker that Arts, entertainment and ideas to do and see sheltered Churchill’s government in the Blitz. Admiralty Arch Hotel This Grade-I-listed building on Trafalgar Square will be transformed The Fat Duck fl ies home into a ve-star hotel designed by fashion house Armani, thanks to Rafael Serrano, the man Those mourning the closure of Heston behind the Bulgari Hotel, Knightsbridge. Blumenthal’s world-renowned, three-Michelin- Bookings from December 2015 starred restaurant in Bray, Berkshire, need www.armanihotels.com weep no more. The Fat Duck is set to re-open Pan Pacifi c Heron Tower in August, with an appetising new look. Opening in 2015, the capital’s rst Pan Never one to put his feet up, Blumenthal is Paci c hotel will sit adjacent to London’s iconic using this renovation period to spread his Heron Tower and within the 43-storey tower at Heron Plaza. It will house luxury bedrooms and wings all the way to Melbourne, where suites, as well as a gym, spa and swimming pool he will open a spin-off. The short-term and street-level shops and cafés. www.panpacifi c.com venture in Australia takes with it the entire Fat Duck staff and elements of Zetter Townhouse the original restaurant, giving way Marylebone to a permanent Heston Blumenthal Mark Sainsbury and Michael Benyan’s restaurant after six Zetter Group have just opened this months. At that point, six-storey, 24-bedroom Georgian townhouse London flicks hotel. With interiors by Russell Sage Studio, a Blumenthal’s Now in its 12th year, the London Short Film Festival is widely spectacular top- oor suite, and a cocktail bar. team returns considered to be one of the best showcases for cutting-edge UK www.thezettertownhouse.com to re-open the independent lm makers, attracting the lm industry’s rawest original UK site. and brightest talent. Along with many screenings, cinema Hilton London Bankside Book early. The closest ve-star hotel to the Tate audiences will be treated to a range of talks and discussions, Modern, the Hilton London Bankside is due parties and live music performances from 9 to 18 January. to open this summer. It brings with it a four- storey glass atrium, 292 rooms, tness centre, www.shortfilms.org.uk swimming pool, and an opulent ballroom with capacity for 700 guests. A celebration of dance and song www.hilton.com/bookings from Summer 2015 London’s Royal Opera House hosts its feted gala on 25 February, showcasing Eyes on the ball 10 Trinity Square internationally acclaimed The Rugby World Cup 2015 is the third Four Seasons hotels are working with opera singers including largest sporting event in the world and it’s architects Woods Bagot and English Bryn Terfel (right) and being hosted in 12 venues across England Heritage to preserve as much of this building – originally the 1922 principal dancers of The -– from London to Leicester and many cities in headquarters of the Port of London Authority Royal Ballet. All proceeds between – from 18 September to 31 October. – as possible during this hotel renovation. Plans will benefi t the ROH As well as attending matches, fans can watch include the restoration of the glazed central Covent Garden Foundation. every scrum, kick and try at specially created rotunda – bombed during World War II. www.roh.org.uk ‘fan zones’ with live post-match entertainment. www.tentrinitysquare.com www.rugbyworldcup.com Berkeley magazine Berkeley magazine Upfront Hollywood beckons Having made her name in popular TV dramatisations, including Downton Abbey and Jamaica Inn, English actress Jessica Brown- Findlay is tipped for greatness this year. Starring alongside James McAvoy and Daniel Radcliffe in Paul McGuigan’s new fi lm, Victor Frankenstein, she’ll hit the cinemas in October in possibly her biggest blockbuster yet. Brown- Findlay has certainly turned her fortunes around. Having had her early career as a dancer dashed by injury, she says: “I realised the part of ballet that I missed the most – becoming a character and telling a story – I could do as an actor.” She’s now doing that with aplomb. THEATRICAL TRIO HAMLET TO KILL A MAN AND SUPERMAN 5 August-31 October, MOCKINGBIRD From February, Barbican Theatre 13-18 April, Theatre Royal Lyttleton Theatre He’s been Sherlock, Plymouth Ralph Fiennes returns to London’s Smaug and Transferring from National Theatre in Bernard Shaw’s Stephen Hawking London, this part-romantic comedy, part- – now Benedict captures the philosophical fi recracker. He plays Cumberbatch poignancy of Harper John Tanner, a radical thinker and rich takes on the Bard’s Lee’s classic novel bachelor who seems an unlikely choice philosophising Dane. with true heart. as guardian to alluring heiress, Ann. www.barbican.org.uk www.theatreroyal.com www.nationaltheatre.org.uk 10 Berkeley magazine FIVE OF THE Art Love is Enough: BEST shows William Morris and Andy Warhol – Modern Art Oxford Curated by Turner Prize- winner Jeremy Deller, this celebrates the work of Domingo dominates William Morris from the late 1800s and Andy Warhol in Bringing one of Verdi’s best-loved scores to life, the mid-1900s – including the Royal Opera House in Covent Garden takes Morris’s tapestries and La Traviata to the stage from May to July. Plácido Warhol’s silkscreens. Domingo shares Georgio Germont with Franco Until 8 March, www. Vassallo and George Petean. modernartoxford.org.uk www.roh.org.uk/productions/ la-traviata-by-richard-eyre Chantal Joff e – Jerwood Gallery Chantal Joffe’s powerful portraits of women and children combine insight, integrity and humour. Joffe paints with expressive fl uidity, using large brush strokes and distortion. This exhibition will celebrate her strong connections to Hastings and St Leonards. Until 12 April, www.jerwoodgallery.org The Modern Lens – Late Turner – Alice at 150 Tate St Ives Tate Britain Pioneering artists from Europe, Celebrating large paintings Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland the Americas and Japan will be completed by the revered artist celebrates its 150th birthday in the university shown at Tate St Ives for the J.M.W. Turner between 1835 and city of Oxford this year. The Story Museum fi rst time in the largest display his death in 1851, the Tate Britain of photographic works ever in Pimlico brings together a group will host a special ‘Alice’s Day’ on 4 July, exhibited at the Cornwall of unusual square pictures, with a Mad Hatter’s tea party, exhibitions, gallery. A curious look at casting a new light on photographic developments Turner’s techniques. storytelling, theatre and themed walks. from the 1920s to the 1960s. Until 25 Jan, www.storymuseum.org.uk. Until 10 May, www.tate.org.uk/ www.tate.org.uk/visit/ visit/tate-st-ives tate-britain Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty – V&A Museum Run in partnership with Swarovski, the V&A Museum in South Kensington pays homage to one of Britain’s best-loved fashion designers this spring. Showcasing McQueen’s visionary work, the exhibition spans his 1992 MA graduate collection through Bringing literature to life to his uncompleted A/W A Hollywood adaptation of Thomas Hardy’s Far from 2010 collection. the Madding Crowd hits cinemas on 1 May. The fi lm From 14 March to 19 July, www.vam.ac.uk features a British cast that includes Carey Mulligan (pictured), Michael Sheen and Tom Sturridge. ! -- -!( ! ' $3%/3 */"/ / !( 1 ) - 222&(! &!(&0 +#-(! ) /""** 3/. Keep it in the The two generations behind Browns Fashion on how working together has held the key to their success Words Lauren Cochrane Photography Uli Weber A family aff air: from left, Simon Burstein with mum Joan and sister Caroline among dresses by Christian Dior (left) and Roksanda Ilincic 14 Berkeley magazine Berkeley magazine 15 With families, you can always discuss things, usually at the Joan Burstein Universally known as Mrs B, Joan Burstein wrong time, is fashion’s answer to a national treasure. Having run the independent London at dinner on boutique Browns since 1970, she has had a hand in launching the careers of young Friday night, designers, such as Christopher Kane and John Galliano, and brought brands like for example Japanese powerhouse Comme des Garçons to the UK. She couldn’t have done any of it, she believes, without the help of her family. She set up Browns with her late husband Sidney. He took care of administration, while Mrs B did the buying. This ability to work together continued with the couple’s children, creating an environment where each member’s strengths are played to. “My daughter, Caroline, oversees Browns Bride. That’s her talent, I couldn’t do any of that,” she says. Now in her eighties, Mrs B has been working with family for over 40 years. “When we took over Browns, we had another shop,” she explains. “Caroline ran that. She was very young – around 19 – and thrown in at the deep end. We were so busy, everyone had to pitch in.” Mrs B believes the family atmosphere behind Browns permeates the shop fl oor. “With families, you can always discuss things,things, ususuallyually at tthehe wrong ttime,ime, at ddinnerinner on Friday night, for example,”example,” she laughs. “There’s so much out there now in retail, this is oonene way we maintain our individuality.individuality. FamilFamilyy is in Browns’Browns’ DNA.”DNA.” Now in her eighties, Mrs B believes her family gives Browns its individuality 16 Berkeley magazine Berkeley magazine 17 Caroline Burstein “We’re so lucky to have my mother,” says Browns’ Creative Director Caroline Burstein about Mrs B. “We draw a lot from her energy and dynamism.” Such testimony pays tribute to a good working relationship between a mother and her children – one that, as Caroline says, has “had its ups and downs”, but works, largely due to mutual respect. “We’re a good check for one another,” says Caroline. “You have to fi ght hard to convince the others, because it’s always two against one, and everyone has to be behind a decision.” Caroline joined Browns in 1993 after she sold Molton Brown, the cosmetics company set up with her ex-husband. But, she says: “I have been in fashion since the day I was born. I didn’t know how I would get back in the business, but I knew I would one day.” Now in her third decade of fashion, her day can take in everything from “sweeping the front of the shop, if no one else has done it, to overseeing the windows”. I have been in fashion since the Caroline has been responsible for evolving the business – adding Browns day I was born. I didn’t know how Focus, a sister boutique aimed at a younger consumer, and Browns Bride, possibly the I would get back in the business, most stylish wedding shop in London. She believes these innovations come but I knew I would one day from growing up in fashion – a huge advantage that her and her brother Simon, Browns’ Chief Executive, have over many others in the retail sector. “You can learn fashion to a point, but those who have inherited it from their parents are at a great advantage,” she says. “We started young, but we’re like old hands. We have been feeling fabrics and watching windows for years. It’s a part of us.” Caroline Burstein has been “feeling fabrics and watching windows for years” 18 Berkeley magazine Berkeley magazine 19 Makeup: Philippa Louis e using Charlotte Ti Family It is, arguably, thanks to Simon Burstein, now CEO of Browns, that the Burstein Diplomacy is family came to own the boutique in the fi rst fortunes place. “I started here as a shop boy when the key word lbury; Hair: Mari Fashion and family have long I was 17, when it was still owned by Sir William Piggott Brown,” he remembers. “I in a family been happy bedfellows. Here said to my father that he should buy it and it sa Rodrigues at was ours within a year or two.” business. If I’m are four more style dynasties Such a precocious fl ash of business acumen was a sign of things to come. keeping everyone Joseph Koniak The Kanes Burstein worked with his family until 1983, when he moved to Paris. “I went to get happy, I’m Christopher Kane has away from the family business and cut the worked with his older sister, Tammy, since day one – she umbilical cord,” he says. “It turns out the doing my job moved down to London from apple doesn’t fall far from the tree though Scotland with him when he – I ended up working for another family started at fashion college. business, Sonia Rykiel, which was run by my Their sister Sandra is now mother-in-law at the time.” also involved, working in Burstein helped build the Rykiel business human resources for the into a global brand, and returned to Browns London brand. in 2008 to bring that experience to his own family. He is, however, keen to emphasise The Rochas it’s a group effort, one that stretches across generations. “My parents made Browns Ireland-based John Rocha what it is today,” he says. “I inherited what has been a stalwart of London fashion since the 1980s. was already established and just tidied it up He has been joined by his a bit.” daughter Simone, who is As CEO, Simon’s schedule is chock-a- gaining her own fans through block – a month alone can take in a trip to pretty dresses with a tomboy China to introduce Browns to potential edge. Yet to collaborate, they new customers, and Paris, to accompany share a love of diaphanous the store’s buyers at fashion week. Lines fabrics and pops of colour. of communication with his mother and The Laurens Ralph Lauren set up his business in 1967 and Working at the original has seen it grow into a store at 17, Simon Burstein multi-billion-dollar empire. inspired his family’s buyout Son David is now the Senior Vice President of Polo Ralph Lauren. He is pictured far left, next to his wife, Lauren Bush Lauren, former US Simon Burstein President George W’s niece. Arguably, it is thanks to Browns’ Chief fall far from the tree, though. I ended up at Simon’s schedule is chock-a-block. The Westons Executive, Simon Burstein, that his family another family business, Sonia Rykiel, which One month alone can take in a trip to came to own the boutique. “I started here at was run by my mother-in-law at the time.” China to introduce Browns to potential The dynasty behind 17 as a shop boy when it was still owned by Burstein helped build the Rykiel business new customers, and France, to accompany Selfridges, Canadians Galen and Hilary Weston bought Sir William Piggott Brown,” he remembers. into a global brand, and returned to Browns the store’s buyers at Paris Fashion Week. the British store in 2003. It has “I said to my father that he should buy it.” in 2008 to bring that experience to his own Lines of communication with his mother been kept in the family since Such a precocious fl ash of business family. He is, however, keen to emphasise and sister are crucial, with all big decisions then. His daughter, Alannah, acumen was a sign of things to come. Simon it’s a group effort, one that stretches across made unanimously. is Creative Director while her worked with his family until 1983, when he generations. “My parents made Browns what “Diplomacy is the key word in a family husband, architect Alexander moved to Paris. “I went to cut the umbilical it is today,” he says. “I inherited what was business,” he says. “If I can keep everyone Cochrane, designed some of cord,” he says. “It turns out the apple doesn’t already established and just tidied it up a bit.” happy, I’m doing my job.” the interiors. 20 Berkeley magazine Berkeley magazine 21 wave of new buildings are Skyscrapers like the top heavy Walkie a building is used at ground level as a public Delivering rooms with coming to London and to Talkie, bulbous Guerkin and slanted realm is just as important as how it is some of the best views in make the most of limited Cheese Grater are affectionately nicknamed viewed from afar. Reaching space, the majority of them due to their iconic shapes, but have also It’s something that Berkeley has been London, discover the new are extending skyward. With been criticised by some for being built in sympathetic to in the creation of its stunning Aconstruction underway for a minimum isolation – too focused on asserting their new developments – in their own unique developments soon to of nine structures that will rise at least place in the skyline rather than blending way, all iconic additions to London’s skyline. make their mark on 100 metres in height, the view on both in with their current surroundings. When Here we profi le how these properties blend sides of the Thames is likely to change marvelling at the glistening towers of a old and new architecture to create a dynamic for the skies the capital’s skyline forever over the next fi ve years. high-rise, it’s also easy to forget that how cityscape to be enjoyed by all. 22 Berkeley magazine Berkeley magazine 23 Vista makes a strong statement with Park life outstanding architecture and superb design The cascading exteriors of the buildings at Vista give the impression of falling waves and create a feeling of space and light in the apartments, which amplify the views over Battersea Park. The development also includes landscaped sunken gardens, which can be seen from the exterior of the building and enhance the feeling of open space. The cascading exteriors of the buildings at Vista give the impression of falling waves Computer-generated images of The Berkeley Group’s developments are indicative only 24 Berkeley magazine Berkeley magazine 25 West End wonder Set right in the capital’s theatre, nightlife, shopping and cultural heartland, it seems only right that 190 Strand has a touch of ‘showbiz’ about it. The stone, glass and laser-cut metal fi ligree façade merge well with the bright lights of this buzzing part of London. But there’s a nod to the building’s historic location too: a classically inspired colonnade – a long sequence of columns joined at the top – runs along the length of the building towards the River Thames. One Tower Bridge is inspired by a traditional bell tower to deliver stunning views over the City Ringing the changes Nestled between three of the City’s more iconic landmarks – Tower Bridge, the River Thames and the Tower of London – One Tower Bridge’s design needed to be sympathetic to the building’s surroundings and the monuments that made this location world-famous. The vision was to root the design fi rmly in the heritage and character of the surrounding area, without being overpowering, yet confi dently adding to the rich architectural variety that you fi nd along the river. The design is based around the traditional image of a campanile, or bell tower, to maximise the views over the city. Campaniles are thought to have fi rst appeared in AD400 and their infl uence on modern culture includes Big Ben, Terraces line the upper apartments (top right) of 190 Strand The Oxo Tower and the new Tate located in London’s thrilling West End Modern extension. 26 Berkeley magazine Berkeley magazine 27 375 Kensington consists of seven The emphasis is luxurious mansion blocks fi rmly on luxury with seven graceful, Alive in the City light and airy Six towers rise up to 24 storeys above courtyard blocks at Goodman’s Fields in Aldgate, creating slender glass beacons buildings for this new urban quarter of the City of London. The towers are designed with a recognisable front featuring a delicate fi ligree of aluminium fi ns. Kensington calling At 375 Kensington High Street, the emphasis is fi rmly on luxury with seven graceful, light and airy buildings set around a leafy garden square. Many of the apartments and all penthouses include private balconies or terraces, which pay homage to the stuccoed terraces of Kensington’s Victorian mansion blocks. Look into the light Abell & Cleland provides a striking link Abell & Cleland replaces a pair of dark between traditional and modern London and formidable old government buildings with a new development that is uplifting, light and welcoming. The vertical columns on the outside increase in frequency as the building rises giving a feeling of space and light, while balconies are inset, providing privacy. The development also includes on-site residents’ leisure facilities, including a gymnasium, swimming pool and sauna. For more information on these and other properties, see the Berkeley Portfolio on pages 77-89 A striking steel and glass masterpiece, Goodman’s Fields towers over Aldgate Computer-generated images of The Berkeley Group’s developments are indicative only 28 Berkeley magazine Berkeley magazine 29 The magic of the We work hard, try hard and cook as consistently as we can – and that is what Michelin is all about MichelinMic PHIL HOWARD, THE SQUARE ’d probably run away to Mexico,” declares Tony Parkin. The head “Ichef at The Curlew, in Bodiam, East Sussex, is considering his reaction should his restaurant ever lose its prized Michelin star – an award that is taken very seriously, not least by paying customers. First published in France in 1900, the Star Michelin Guide was initially a hotel and Kitchen hothead restaurant reference book, created to encourage driving. A British version was Gordon Ramsay wept introduced in 1911. Yet, while it’s a byword for brilliant food today, what a Michelin at losing two of his. So star stands for is often misunderstood. Many diners and restaurateurs believe what is the big deal that, to gain one, an establishment must be formal and exclusive with luxurious about Michelin stars – surroundings and impeccable service. and are they Actually, the guide only provides very general descriptions. One star simply means still relevant? “a very good restaurant in its category”; two, “excellent cooking, worth a detour”; Words Kate Stanton while three are reserved for “exceptional cuisine, worth a special journey”. Photography Mark Nicholson It never set out to reward ‘fancy’ cooking. “Michelin rewards consistency above all else,” says Phil Howard, chef and owner of the two-starred The Square in Mayfair, and one-starred Kitchen W8, Kensington. “We work hard, try hard and cook as consistently as we can – and that is what Michelin is all about. Historically, the restaurants that offered the best, consistent cooking also did 30 Berkeley magazine these extra ‘frilly things’ – but they weren’t restaurant that has a star means you’re so pre-requisites, they just tended to come part busy maintaining standards it’s tricky to and parcel with their cooking product.” develop new ideas.” With these stars now the restaurant Perhaps that’s why not everyone is sector’s most recognised award, it’s perhaps led by Michelin. Eating at hundreds of unsurprising that gaining or losing one is a restaurants around the world, Warwick big deal. After all, this is an industry where a doesn’t place as much importance on chef’s career hinges on external perceptions Michelin stars as some might expect. “I of their work. “I try not to think about being generally think that, of all restaurants that downgraded,” Parkin confi des, “but it’s have a star, those with just one tend to be always a fear at the back of my mind.” better,” he says. “Once a restaurant gets There is also constant pressure, he two, and especially if it’s chasing three, it adds. “You push yourself to get a star,” says seems to get stuffy and expensive. It’s not You push yourself to get a star, then Parkin, “then you push yourself to keep it – for me. You get waiters trying to serve then you start thinking what it would be like you 18 different courses and someone else you push yourself to keep it – then to get two, or even three.” constantly announcing the next glass of Food journalist and restaurant critic wine. A lot of people want a more laid-back Joe Warwick wonders whether it’s gone experience – delicious food without faff.” you start thinking what it would too far. “Michelin is the original and best- A good example? “There’s a dim sum known guide, and its credibility is good, place in Hong Kong,” adds Warwick. be like to get two, or even three because it is judged anonymously – but “It’s very rough and ready, you would never TONY PARKIN, THE CURLEW chefs are obsessed with it.” think it has a star, but the food is amazing.” Lisa Allen, Head Chef at one-starred Overall, the diversity of restaurants Northcote in Lancashire, agrees, saying: awarded stars has improved over recent “Michelin has a big reputation and people years. In 2007, the fi rst guide to Tokyo use it to decide where to eat. A star brings was produced, and one for Hong Kong in a lot of publicity followed by lots more and Macau the following year. “Michelin customers, all with high expectations. is a lot more fl exible these days,” says “Chefs hold their standards very high, Allen. “Look at Tom Kerridge. He though,” she adds. “They work so hard and serves fantastic food, but in a pub. And such long hours; it’s a very physical as well lots of [UK-based] Indian and Chinese as a creative job. You’ve got to stay on your restaurants have stars now, too.” game to keep a star. If your customers feel Ultimately, the reasoning behind each you’re slipping they will act on that, same as individual Michelin decision tends to the Michelin inspectors will.” remain secret. Chefs aren’t quite sure what Even tough guy Gordon Ramsay has inspectors are looking for, and other than been known to feel the heat. One of the the tacit explanations offered for each star UK’s best known chefs and television awarded, diners don’t really know what a personalities, in 2004 he admitted that star tells them about a restaurant. “The he burst into tears when his New York system is so secretive,” says Parkin. “I’ve restaurant, The London, was stripped of eaten in places with one star and thought its two stars after inspectors branded the surely it should have two. But when I’m quality of its food “erratic”. “It was very not working, I like to go somewhere casual emotional,” Ramsey was reported as saying where I can relax. That’s what matters.” at the time. “It’s like losing a girlfriend.” Allen agrees. “There are lots of great Parkin can sympathise. “Delivering restaurants that don’t have a star,” she that consistency means you have to do says, “and the reason could be as simple as everything the same, day-in, day-out,” he Michelin hasn’t visited there.” explains. “All my plates are checked before While they can be a great help in making they leave the kitchen; if they’re not right a decision, Warwick advises taking Michelin I’ll send them back and they’re done again. ratings with a pinch of salt. “It’s not the Sometimes it’s overwhelming. You think to whole story. There are lots of places where yourself: ‘It’s just a guide!’” And he points you can enjoy delicious food. In an online out another drawback: “Working in a soup of opinion, Michelin is just one voice.” 16 Berkeley magazine Berkeley magazine 33 (2) (1) (3) (4) (5) On your doorstep 1. The Black Rat 2. City Social 3. The Hand and Flowers 4. Yauatcha 5. Kitchen W8 www.theblackrat.co.uk www.citysociallondon.com www.thehandandfl owers.co.uk www.yauatcha.com www.kitchenw8.com Nearby Berkeley Nearby Berkeley Nearby Berkeley Nearby Berkeley Nearby Berkeley developments: Royal developments: Roman developments: Wye Dene, developments: 190 Strand, developments: Kensington Clarence Marina, Edenbrook House, Goodman's Fields Queens Acre Ebury Square Row, 375 Kensington High Street While its name may not be the With Jason Atherton Proving it’s not only swanky A modern reinterpretation of most appetising, this Michelin- (formerly of one-starred restaurants that impress a Chinese teahouse, Yauatcha Co-owned by restaurateur starred Winchester pub is Maze) overseeing City Social Michelin, The Hand and was awarded a star within 12 Rebecca Mascarenhas and known as an unpretentious – which gained its star in 2014 Flowers is the only UK pub months of its 2004 opening. chef Phil Howard, the one- spot in which to enjoy good – the quality of food should to be awarded two stars. Tom Diners can get a fl avour of star Kitchen W8 has been quality food. Modern British be without question. Sit in the Kerridge’s dishes are described what’s on offer with a range raved about by the likes of dishes are created from locally bar for a more relaxed dining by Michelin Guide editor of dim sum, while sipping Giles Coren and AA Gill. sourced, seasonal produce, experience. Cocktails are Rebecca Burr as sophisticated teas from China and India. Howard himself describes it as and there’s an open fi re for served alongside ‘bar snacks’, yet familiar: “A perfect match Try ‘A Taste of Yauatcha’, “super relaxed”, without being when the nights start to draw such as cote de bouef with for the relaxed surroundings an eight-course tasting menu “super-edgy or super-cool”. in. A two-course lunch starts duck fat chips for £77. Other of his charming pub.” A three- available at selected times, Loiter over a Sunday lunch at from around £26. options start from £4. course-lunch is £19.50. for £28.88 for two people. £32.50 for three courses. 34 Berkeley magazine On the wings of Nick and Giles English are leading the British watchmaking renaissance with their luxury brand Bremont Chronometers Words Jessica Moore Photography David Ellis Matthew showcases one of his beautiful Osborne & Little wallpaper designs ick and Giles so Britishness is a great differentiator for the boardroom and also survive a trek up English are us.” And they’re hoping to help revive Everest; watches that would be right for all precisely the industry on home turf. “We have our kinds of environments and settings,” says six minutes own apprenticeship scheme where young Nick. Their timing was perfect. “The watch late for our watchmakers learn their craft,” says Nick. market in 1995 was just being reborn,” interview. “That’s very satisfying.” Giles recalls, adding that neither he nor his It’s a minor All Bremont watches are made in the brother was impressed with other products discrepancy UK and, as well as bolstering the industry, that were available back then. “They were that wouldn’t matter to most people, but the this gives the company a degree of control. less about engineering, erring more on the brothers N are mortifi ed. “You’ve no excuse “We want to have the best supply chain, the side of jewellery.” This left a gap for their being late when you run a watch company,” best components, and oversee the way our aviation-inspired, high-quality style. Nick half-jokes, half-berates himself. watches are made” says Nick. “We have some There’s real passion behind the business It’s a busy time for their expanding exceptional manufacturers in this country.” as it forges forward, but it never loses touch enterprise, with Nick (44) about to dash off They also pride themselves on creating with Euan’s legacy. “With everything we on a business trip and Giles (41) running robust and stylish products. It took fi ve years do, there’s a sense of wanting our father to between meetings. But neither mentions the of refi ning and perfecting before the brand’s be proud,” Nick says – even down to the hectic schedule. They are as British as could fi rst watch collection was launched in 2007. company name. In the late 1990s, Nick and be – with impeccable manners. The case of a Bremont watch is made from Giles were fl ying across France in their Their father Euan was an aeronautical steel seven times harder than that normally 1930s biplane when bad weather forced engineer and RAF pilot, and the brothers used in watchmaking, resulting in far more them to make an emergency landing. By paint an idyllic picture of a chance, the farmer whose fi eld Cambridge country childhood. they landed in was an engineer “The passion for our company who had fl own during the war, came from our father,” explains Britain led the world in had a passion for restoring Nick. “We grew up in his clocks and engines, and wore workshop. To keep us quiet, watchmaking 100 years his own father’s wristwatch. The he would get us repairing brothers felt such a connection old clocks. He loved engines, ago, but we lost that. that they named their business bikes and watches.” after Monsieur Brémont. But tragically, the man behind Now the whole industry As for their collaborations, the boys’ aviation-inspired these are rooted in aviation and watch company didn’t live to see is Swiss, pretty much, family heritage. “We tend to its success. In 1995, Euan and work with things we’re close Nick were fl ying a 1942 WWII so Britishness is a great to,” Giles says. This synergy Harvard aircraft, while Giles – is important when Bremont also a keen pilot – was waiting to diff erentiator for us is forming partnerships – as it take off. Then Giles received the has with Jaguar cars, Boeing, devastating news that there had and ejection-seat manufacturer been an accident. His father had been killed scratch resistance. Every watch is hand-built Martin-Baker. Nick and Giles have even in the crash and his brother had broken in limited numbers and comes with a three- created an ‘art’ watch with Rolling Stone more than 30 bones. The prognosis for year warranty. “We do our best to make sure Ronnie Wood. “These collaborations Nick wasn’t good. “Amazingly, he survived,” they’re going to last. Our business is about wouldn’t work if we were a Swiss company,” says Giles, adding that the brothers knew more than bringing watchmaking home,” Giles notes. “British companies and British life would never be the same. “Things Nick adds, “it’s about creating beautiful people working together makes a lot of changed. We decided to focus on doing products and building a global luxury brand.” sense. We have an amazing history, and for something we really wanted to do.” Today, the company has two London us not to capitalise on that would be silly.” They left their jobs in corporate fi nance fl agship boutiques, a third in Hong Kong, Mindful that they’re still a young to join North Weald Flying Services, and is opening another in New York. In business, they are uncompromising about a family business restoring historical 2008, Bremont won the Walpole Award their vision. “As brothers, we share a clear aircraft. Then in 2002, Nick and Giles for best emerging British brand, then idea of what we like. Our DNA is strong. established Bremont Chronometers with Watch Brand of the Year 2011 at the British We haven’t tried to make watches that the ambition of making top quality, British- Jewellery Awards, and many more gongs appeal to everyone – and that’s attracted a designed and made watches. “Britain led since. Celebrity clients include Tom Cruise, discerning group of people. We’re trading Nick English survived the plane crash the world in watchmaking 100 years ago, Orlando Bloom and Ewan McGregor. on the future rather than the past,” says that killed his father, and has since but we lost that,” Nick explains. “Now “When we launched, our idea was to Giles, “engineering beautiful timepieces that been driven to honour his memory the whole industry is Swiss, pretty much, build watches that would look good in stand by their own merits.” Berkeley magazine 39 As brothers, we share Four limited-edition a clear idea of what Making history Bremont timepieces we like. Our DNA is strong. We haven’t tried Reverse of watch, with unique to make watches that movement appeal to everyone The Wright Flyer Bremont Victory The Codebreaker Released in late 2014, this limited Owners of this watch can wear Working with WWII codebreaking edition timepiece features some of original oak and copper from HMS centre Bletchley Park, Bremont the original muslin material used Victory, the oldest serving warship Chronometers created a limited to cover the 1903 Wright Flyer – the still in commission. Part of the edition watch using original fi rst aircraft that ever fl ew. Proceeds proceeds were donated towards materials, including the wheel of an contribute towards converting the a major refi t to preserve HMS Enigma machine. Proceeds went Wright family home into a museum. Victory for future generations. towards the centre’s restoration. The Bremont MB collection (MBI, MBII MBIII) Giles English with one of The MB collection is made in collaboration tested to withstand the same conditions – and the magnifi cent fl ying machines with British aviation specialists Martin-Baker, the MBI itself can only be worn by those who that have inspired his creations who make ejection seats. The watches are have been ejected using an MB seat. Berkeley magazine 41 Scents & sensibility With her unique fragrances, British perfumer Linda Pilkington is taking on the world of high-end luxury (with cheese and railway oil) Words Christopher Hadley Illustration Montse Bernal n the largest and most fragrant laboratory in the Creator of niche British Perfume House Ormonde world, Linda Pilkington lays down her pipette and Jayne, Pilkington might be one of the few home-grown moves through the swirling desert sands of Arabia, perfumers to have her own London laboratory (or mentally blending the fragrance of Taif Rose and workshop, as she prefers to call it), but talking to her freshI dates served with coffee and cardamom pods. In in her Royal Arcade boutique off Bond Street, I soon another corner, she experiments in a Kowloon street realise that her real laboratory is the world. market where the fl ora and fauna of China release their It’s largely thanks to that adventurous and extravagant aromas from mysterious jars. Nearby, a tanned woman take on her art that Pilkington now stands at the crosses a Vietnamese beach, her silk scarf trailing in forefront of a high-end British perfume renaissance. the breeze – and Linda follows, hoping to capture the But she doesn’t want her scents to make you think woman and the sea and the moment in her scent. of Britain. She is on a quest – at once romantic Matthew showcases one of his beautiful Osborne & Little wallpaper designs 42 Berkeley magazine and business-like – to take you on an epic journey, She knew she had arrived in 2004, when Tatler with scents playing their different notes, to the four magazine asked the famous perfume scientist Luca corners of the earth. Turin to choose his three favourite fragrances from a With the likes of Roja Dove, Miller Harris, blind smelling of 100. He chose an Ormonde Jayne Jo Malone and long-established perfumers such scent. Pilkington recalls: “When he took his blindfold as Penhaligon’s taking on the French at their own off he asked: ‘Who are Ormonde Jayne?’ He called me game, top-end UK perfume has come a long way in up and said: ‘Who are you?’” recent years. However, arguably, no British house has It wasn’t long before everyone in the industry travelled quite as far, or as widely, as Pilkington and knew who they were, and other perfumers were soon Ormonde Jayne in the pursuit of contemporary following where Pilkington had led. If that was true of luxury ingredients. champak, it was even more the case with oudh. Pilkington casts her mind back to when she began “I fi rst smelled it on a trip I’d arranged to a to develop her philosophy in 2000. Someone asked protected forest in Thailand 14 years ago and it was her to make a tuberose perfume. “I said: ‘Why don’t like old cheese and railway track oil but I knew I you let me fi nd you something a bit more unusual?’” wanted to use it,” laughs Pilkington. she recalls. “Then I realised that’s what I should Oudh, which emerges from a fungus placed in be doing for all my perfumes: looking for different an agarwood tree for several years, was a popular ingredients that aren’t widely used.” scent in the Middle East, but hadn’t been used in an She spent the next two years travelling the international fragrance. Using only six parts in 1,000 world, pursuing scents and continuing to hone her because of its pungency, Pilkington created Ormonde philosophy. While sampling champak oils in India, she Man, which was an instant success. “Now everyone had an epiphany. “I smelled basmati rice cooking and uses oudh,” she says, proud to have pioneered it. I love that smell!” she says. “I realised that I wanted Perhaps it’s this inventive, rebellious spirit, the to make perfumes from the natural environment of attention to detail and the dedication to a particularly the fl ower.” Rice and tea would become elements of English craftsmanship that makes Ormonde Jayne’s Pilkington’s successful Champaca fragrance. very international perfumes quintessentially British. 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BuckinBuckinghamshire.ghamshire. prestigeprestige outlets. different occasions. working life as a fl orist. the likes of Jo Malone in the 1990s. 44 Berkeley magazine People places Shared areas where people can gather and relax create a real sense of community, but new town planning goes way beyond the market square one are the days when we bought all our groceries from the high street, gifts from Above and right: Abell & Cleland provides a premier address the local toy shop and shampoo from the in the heart of London’s iconic Westminster pharmacy around the corner. But town centres can still play a crucial role as hubs Gfor our communities – it’s just the way in which they are used that has changed. Towns of the future not only need places where people can shop, but also meet, eat, walk, play, exercise, learn and work. Bringing the convenience of local amenities closer to home also fi ts well with the busy lifestyles of today. The ability to pick up tonight’s dinner, drop into the gym, or get a doctor’s appointment at a moment’s notice are becoming more important considerations when choosing a home, so developments that offer this ‘convenient’ local lifestyle are highly desirable places to live. What hasn’t changed is the tendency to set new developments around a central hub that draws people in, whether it is a market square, high street or piazza. Parks and playgrounds in Kidbrooke Public squares have existed in London for hundreds Village provide the outdoor space of years and have long been associated with famous that allows communities to thrive meetings, celebrations, rallies and demonstrations. 46 Berkeley magazine Berkeley magazine 47 Stanmore Place combines the peace and tranquillity of lakeside living with the convenience of nearby shops and cafés The changing artwork on Trafalgar Square’s Fourth Plinth (above) draws thousands of visitors every year The world-famous Trafalgar Square was built as a Kidbrooke Village near Blackheath cultural space in 1812 by architect John Nash. It has is a prime example of how new Towns of the since seen the addition of Nelson’s Column, the iconic communities can be built from bronze lions and fountains and, more recently, the scratch. Made up of four distinct future need to Fourth Plinth, which has been used to showcase the districts, it caters for young and old, work of provocative artists. It continues to be one friends, couples and families, offering be places where of London’s most visited attractions – a place where a wide range of homes, with facilities people congregate and celebrate events such as St that appeal across the board. people can shop, Patrick’s Day, Pride, Eid, and New Year. Over half of the development There are also a large number of garden squares is made up of green areas, creating play, learn, eat in London – privately owned, they were designed as welcome breathing space in a city green spaces for the use of local residents only and village. The newly created Cator Park and work provided a welcome retreat from the hustle and bustle is a major feature of Kidbrooke Village, of city life. In the latter half of the 20th century, a forming a ‘green river’ through the fashion for workplace squares developed in places like development. Its landscaped pedestrian Canary Wharf, which cemented the trend for mixed- and cycle routes or ‘green fi ngers’ connect the wider use community areas, with shops, fashion, restaurants village to its centre, drawing parkland into residential and and leisure facilities all provided under one roof. amenity areas. This central hub is where the life and soul Offering this kind of variety, which appeals to the of the community comes alive, offering space for people modern-day home-owner, is what Berkeley does best to meet for a coffee, family meal or evening out. There and this is refl ected in some of its developments, all are even sports pitches and tennis courts – all of which of which have unique features you might not expect. combine to keep everything you need in one place. Berkeley magazine 49 Stanmore Place in Harrow also offers peace and Stanmore Place’s lakeside tranquillity, with a lake, water features, tree-lined setting provides the perfect avenues and landscaping. Close by, there’s an array of meeting place for residents fantastic cafés and restaurants to choose from, as well as great shopping on nearby Stanmore Broadway and Brent Cross. There’s also a 24-hour concierge service, car share club and residents’ gym, all on your doorstep. In some Berkeley developments, amenities are more tailored to particular residents. Kennet Island near Reading town centre is one example – its apartments and houses are also arranged around a central landscaped piazza but it includes a children’s play area and day nursery that will appeal directly to young families. It’s heartening to think that such traditional meeting places still continue to draw friends and neighbours together. As people’s needs keep changing, it’s how we develop these spaces that will create better places for communities to live in and thrive. For more information on these and other properties, see the Berkeley Portfolio on pages 77-89 Kennet Island Traditional meeting places still continue to draw friends and neighbours together 50 Berkeley magazine The modemodels,, theecoutureco bakebakers,, the It’s a recipe made in heaven as the worlds of fashion and baking collide to create spectacular results Words Jessica Gunn Photography Karin Berndl he turning point occurred back in baking and fashion are having a moment. 2000, when Sarah Jessica Parker Celebrity parties now come adorned Tbought that cupcake from the with cocktails and cupcakes. Vogue magazine Magnolia Bakery in the top US TV series even sponsored a model ‘bake-off’ last year, Sex and the City. “It instantly transformed inspired by Celine’s spring/summer collection. the cupcake into a fashion accessory – a Meanwhile, designers clamour to have their chic but affordable luxury,” says Peggy creations featured in The Berkeley hotel’s Porschen, creator of Kate Moss and Stella iconic Prét-à-Portea – a waiting-list afternoon McCartney’s wedding cakes, and one of tea service where cakes are based on the London’s top celebrity bakers. catwalk’s fi nest creations. In recent years, fashion and baking Fashion’s sugar cravings may have started have engaged in ever-more creative with Carrie Bradshaw on the streets of New collaborations and, whether it’s 500 edible York, but it is in London where this trend has Fabergé eggs for Elton John’s White Tie reached its most extravagant, iced peak. As and Tiara extravaganza, or 10 fantastical the past 10 years have seen England’s capital cakes designed by the world’s top city transform into a hotbed for fi ne food and fashionistas (think Westwood, Lagerfi eld, leading fashion, perhaps it was only a matter Missoni) in honour of the 10th anniversary of time until two such exuberantly creative of hip fashion bible AnOther Magazine, industries fused together. A family aff air: from left, Simon Burstein with mum Joan and sister Caroline 16 Berkeley magazine Berkeley magazine 53 That most English of traditions – afternoon tea – has never been more fashionable Peggy Porschen’s Buttercream Ruffl e wedding cake (left) The greater the budget, the more demanding the client, often wanting things done in a week that would normally take two or three That most English of traditions – “People want bigger and bigger cakes – often afternoon tea – has “never been more asking for far larger creations than they could fashionable,” according to the style possibly eat,” she says. “The greater the budget, afi cionados at Harper’s Bazaar. Meanwhile, the more demanding the client, often wanting the BBC’s Great British Bake Off sends the things done in a week that would normally take nation into an annual frenzy of (often highly two or three. Having said that, Kate Moss was competitive) baking, and celebrity weddings one of the easiest and nicest people I’ve ever vie for the most photo-worthy cake. worked with – but I still felt a huge amount The digital revolution, with its explosion of pressure, because I knew my cake would of social media, is also changing our be photographed by Mario Testino.” relationship with food, according to Lily It’s not just about style over substance, Vanilli, baker to the worlds of pop, fashion however. “We’re very particular about every and celebrity. Her clients have included cake tasting as good as it looks,” says Mourad the V&A museum, fashion designer Lulu Khiat, executive pastry chef at The Berkeley. Guinness and even 10 Downing Street. “A “Visually, the shapes and textures of the cakes cake used to be momentary pleasure, and have to work together, but so do the fl avours.” people spentnt ttheirheir money on more lastilastingng “I ddoo a lolott of weiweirdrd stuff, but iit always has things,” shee explains.explains. “But nonow,w, to taste good,” agagreesree Vanilli. “A ephemeral plpleasureseasures can be clclientient once asked mme to make a captured andnd ssharedhared on sociasociall lilife-sizefe-size rereplicaplica of her husband’s media, so they’rehey’re worth momorere heheadad in cake form for Valentine’s than the valuelue ofof the thinthingg DaDay.y. Now I’m mmakinga their itself. It’s aboutbout social statstatusus weweddingdding cake. IIf a cake and one-upmanship.”pmanship.” dodoesn’tesn’t taste gogood, people Porschenn aagrees.grees. simpsimplyly don’t ccomeo back.” 56 Berkeley magazine Berkeley magazine 17 On your (1) doorstep 1. The Gallery, Sketch, London www.sketch.uk.com Nearby Berkeley developments: Abell & Cleland, Ebury Square Paris-based architect and designer India Mahdavi and celebrated British artist David Shrigley have come together to create probably the pinkest room ever conceived. Sit on pink velvet banquettes, sip (2) on pink fi zz and sample the daintiest of cakes and scones while admiring Shrigley’s edgy artwork lining the walls. 2. Violet Café, London www.violetcakes.com Nearby Berkeley developments: Goodman’s Fields, Roman House Featured in Vogue, How To Spend It and The New York Times, Californian-born and Chez Panisse-trained Claire Ptak’s cafe remains a destination for cake and fashion afi cionados. 3. The Parlour, London (3) www.peggyporschen.com/parlour Nearby Berkeley developments: Ebury Square, Vista Chelsea Bridge Sample what all the celebrities are eating at Peggy Porschen’s boutique bakery in Belgravia. Tuck into her ‘ready-to-eat’ collection of cupcakes, layer cakes and coveted confections, accompanied by a glass of Champagne. 4. The Grove, Hertfordshire www.thegrove.co.uk Nearby Berkeley developments: St Joseph’s Gate, Wye Dean Head to this hip Hertfordshire hotel to celeb spot over delicate sandwiches, fresh-out-of-the- (4) oven scones and some well-thought-through chocolate creations. 5. Julien Plumart Boutique et Salon de Thé, Brighton www.julienplumart.com Nearby Berkeley developments: The Ashmiles, Highwood One of Britain’s fi nest French patissiers, enjoy Plumart’s exquisite macarons, including fl avours such as lemon curd, mojito, black forest or lavender toffee, with a cup of Rare Tea Company tea. (5) Handcrafted pearl jewellery in London www.pearls.co.uk 020 7373 3369 58 Berkeley magazine Horticultural highs Beautiful and accessible rooftop gardens are breathing life into London’s iconic new buildings and their communities 20 Fenchurch Street Sky Garden At the top of the new ‘Walkie-Talkie’ created this rich public space using skyscraper, a 55-metre rib supports 2,000 exotic plants, including palms Viewing the Thames the glazed roof of the building’s most from Japan, New Zealand tree ferns, impressive feature: the Sky Garden, and fl owers from South Africa. from this fl oating spread over three fl oors. Viewing Giant fi ns provide shade – a clever the Thames from this ‘fl oating solution to the magnifi ed heat from garden, it’s hard to garden’ (the highest in Europe at the glass dome. Best of all, it’s free over 152 metres), it is hard to escape for diners and visitors to enjoy, as city escape the feeling the feeling that you’re on top of the workers will no doubt experience on world. Landscape architects Gillespies sunny lunchtimes. that you’re on top www.20fenchurchstreet.co.uk of the world Thousands of exotic plants will populate 20 Fenchurch Street’s stunning Sky Garden Berkeley magazine 61 The innovative roof of Canary Wharf’s Crossrail station will create the perfect environment for sub-tropical plants Canary Wharf Roof-top Park Exotic plants from across the British was solved by the innovative curved Empire were once shipped into the lattice roof of timber, aluminium and site of Canary Wharf’s new Crossrail plastic pillows, which brings natural station, and Foster + Partners drew ventilation and rainwater into the on this heritage when designing the space. Created as a resource for local building and its roof garden. The residents and commuters, the park is problem of creating a microclimate designed to emit a welcoming glow at for the many sub-tropical species night once it opens in March. www.crossrail.co.uk/route/stations/canary-wharf 62 Berkeley magazine Berkeley magazine 65 One Tower Bridge Private Terraces The secluded terrace gardens While the beautifully understated kitchen areas with hot tubs and exterior landscaping of One Tower breathtaking views out towards the enjoy breathtaking views Bridge offers all residents exclusive river, Tower Bridge and the City. The access to a stunning courtyard pinnacle of the scheme is the triplex towards the river, Tower garden, at penthouse levels the three apartment located in the tower on Cambridge duplexes offer private the 20th fl oor, where an elegantly Bridge and the City panoramas for the ultimate in fi ve- landscaped terrace area provides a star living. All have secluded terrace superb setting for the sunken spa pool, gardens that incorporate outdoor outdoor kitchen and breakfast bar. One of a Whether it’s a baby pink interior or bespoke badges on the front wings, there’s a growing global hunger for customised cars Words Hilton Holloway Q by Aston Martin’s blush pearl leather interior of a customised DB9 Volante Almost 95 per cent of the Rolls-Royce cars that were purchased in 2013 were personalised by their owners icture a classic British car. Most Customisation is a growing trend, and people call to mind a sleek vehicle other super-premium brands are also in P with voluptuous bodywork, perhaps on the action. Jaguar Land Rover, for fi nished in metallic green and with a fl awless example, now offers factory customisation tan leather interior. They’re less likely to through its Special Vehicle Operations imagine a convertible with baby pink seats (SVO) facility. Based near Coventry, this and matching leather hand luggage – but includes what Managing Director of Special that’s exactly what Aston Martin’s new ‘Q’ Operations, John Edwards, calls a “customer division recently revealed at the lavish, up- commissioning suite”, offering a range of market classic car gathering, Pebble Beach, accessories, colours and trim materials, and in California. its own paint shop. The site will also build This division’s namesake is the fi ctional ‘halo vehicles’ – otherwise described as but certainly iconic character from the modern collectables – which will include James Bond fi lms, played by Desmond limited editions. Llewelyn between 1963 and 1999. ‘Q’ was The question is, why are manufacturers in charge of the secret department that going to the effort and expense of dreamt up 007’s weapons and gadgets. ‘Q developing such services when after-market by Aston Martin’, meanwhile, is a “unique companies have long since been able to personalisation service”, according to re-tool any car’s interior or modify the Matthew Bennett, General Manager for styling? The answer is that elite brands are Q and VIP Sales. Developing one-off increasingly keen to manage customisation fi nishes and add-ons, it’s motoring gadgetry, in-house. This, says Aston Martin, helps customising cars to suit the tastes of each protect the design integrity of their individual client. products, and ensures that customers “We are only bound by the limits of receive premium products. As Director imagination,” says Bennett. And, illustrating of Design Marek Reichman says: “The the scope of the service, the company service enables customers to work closely showed various one-off models at Pebble with our expert design team to create a Beach alongside its pink creation. This very personal car.” It also brings with it included a Vanquish coupe fi nished in details such as that subtle but exclusive orange, a Volante with an equestrian-style ‘Q’ badge on the car’s front wing. chestnut leather interior, a V12 Vantage It can also be a very lucrative line of S fi nished in rich purple, and the Pebble business. Rolls-Royce revealed that all Beach DB9 Volante, with its ‘ashen blonde’ three of it model lines – Ghost, Wraith and exterior and crystal ‘Q’ badges adorning Phantom – surpassed their revenue targets both the car’s interior and its front wings. in 2013, with an overall revenue increase of 30 per cent over 2012. This suggests that buyers are spending an extra 30 per cent over the list price for additional customisation work. “Almost 95 per cent of cars purchased You can even get luggage to match the Diamond-studded interior leather trim of your of a bespoke Rolls-Royce Aston Martin Celestial Phantom 68 Berkeley magazine in 2013 were personalised by their decals (stickers), upgraded interior trim owners,” con rms Torsten Müller-Ötvös, and ttings and wheel designs. Thirteen Chief Executive Of cer of Rolls-Royce. years on, Iain Robertson, BMW’s British Furthermore, he says, in the Wraith model’s Director for Sales and Marketing, says that rst year of availability, “90 per cent were “very, very few” basic model Minis are sold purchased with bespoke options speci ed by the company, and that customisation by their owners.” rates are very high. The Chinese market Hunger for such services comes largely shows that this is also true of other more from outside the UK. According to Rolls- mainstream cars, with dealer groups in that Royce, Middle Eastern owners lived up to part of the world commissioning European their reputation of demanding the most car designers to come up with body kits and individual cars in the world, with 99 per cent wheel designs that will distinguish the cars of both Ghosts and Phantoms featuring they sell from the factory standard. various levels of bespoke content in 2013. At both extremes of the marketplace, Customers from other parts of the world therefore, customisation has become weren’t far behind, however – the company an increasingly important – and highly says that 98 per cent of North American pro table – part of the car industry. customers and 95 per cent of European Gadgetry, as well as choices regarding owners created bespoke Phantoms, as did colour and nishings, are expanding every 86 per cent of Asian buyers. year. It’s a trend the original Q would Yet while the rise of customisation is certainly be proud of. welcomed by the world’s super-premium car brands, it was the more humble Mini brand that truly started the trend. When BMW relaunched the model in 2001, they decided to offer a wide range of options, including different roof colours, Inspired by the iconic Jaguar D-Type racing car, only 250 of this F-Type Project 7 will be made Across the market, customisation has become an increasingly important and highly profi table part of the car industry Berkeley magazine Above and right: 75 Leman Street was built in the late 1800s and is named after a 17th-century politician ondon is so steeped in history, that if you AD50. It’s incredible to think that such a structure could could pick any patch of ground in the city still be standing today, exposed to the elements, and and start digging, you would be likely to surviving some of London’s most dramatic events over discover hidden treasure. Which makes the centuries from the Great Fire of London in 1666 to a giant construction site, like the 100km- the Blitz during World War II. Llong Crossrail project, an incredible opportunity and Fast forward to Edwardian London and Berkeley’s veritable goldmine when it comes to archaeology. With restoration of the magnifi cent 75 Leman Street. more than 40 sites, the ongoing build to create the The building, which dates from 1881, started life capital’s newest railway has already uncovered a great as headquarters of the Cooperative and Wholesale number of fantastic fi nds. Prehistoric animal bones, Company – now known as the Co-op Group – and Black Death burial grounds, human remains from the takes its name from Sir William Leman, a politician infamous Bedlam hospital and a rare piece of amber who acquired the site in the late 17th century. dating back 55 million years, are just some of the Wherever possible, the original features have been artefacts that have been uncovered so far. restored – the grand central staircase has been retained Inspired by these fi nds, Crossrail architects are now and forms the centrepiece of the building, along with looking at ways to incorporate the archaeological relics the original Edwardian tiling and striking external red and original features that have been uncovered into the brick and Portland stone façade. fi nished station areas. Even the excavated mud won’t The Royal Bank of Scotland also occupied the be wasted. The 55 million-year-old London clay that is building for 33 years until 2008, and the impressive being dug out by the tunnelling machines will be used Hidden to create a new nature reserve. It’s an ethos shared by Berkeley in the restoration of properties that have great historical signifi cance. Roman House in the City of London was built in the late 1950s and its original Portland stone façade, dating treasures back to the Jurassic period, has been used to dramatic New building developments can off er an effect. Outside the property is an original Roman wall that runs along St Alphage Gardens, a tranquil park unrivalled opportunity to unearth the forgotten adjacent to the development. It’s part of London Wall, history buried beneath our streets which once encircled and defi ned the boundaries of the city when ‘Londinium’ was fi rst established around Berkeley magazine 73 Wimbledon Hill Park mixes the grandeur of the old with the brilliance of the new For more information on these and other properties, see the Berkeley Historic features of Roman House The stunning grounds and private Portfolio on pages 77-89 in the City of London residents’ gardens of Wimbledon Hill Park lobby, with its 6ft arched windows and high ceiling, would have provided a majestic setting for city workers during London’s fi nancial boom of the late 20th century. It now provides residents with an enviable grand entrance. Big digs Britain’s top four archaeological discoveries A completely different example of how to mix the grandeur of the old with the brilliance of the new, meanwhile, is the green and leafy setting of Wimbledon Hill Plague pit Ships of gold Park. The stunning houses and grounds Archaeologists working on Excavations of burial mounds here have been designed by Berkeley to London’s latest infrastructure at Sutton Hoo, Suff olk, in 1939 complement the original character of its project Crossrail found 13 skeletons uncovered the fi nal resting historic site, which once formed part of the under Charterhouse Square in place of Anglo Saxon rulers. estate of the Duke of Wellington. Farringdon in 2013. It is thought to One of the mounds is thought ‘The Iron Duke’ himself would be one of the city’s many ‘Plague to be that of King Raedwald, have been able to look out on the same Pits’ and contained remains dating who died in 624 AD. It contained impressive views that can still be enjoyed back to around 1348, when the the outline of a giant ship fi lled from the properties today – perhaps bubonic plague fi rst struck.. with treasure. contemplating his next military move against arch rival Napoleon. Rather apt then, that the properties are within easy King’s head Tool kit commuting distance of Waterloo station, After locking his nephews in the A haul of 8,000-year-old arrow yet the bustle of the city feels like a world Tower, where they ‘disappeared’, heads, fl int tools and hide scrapers away. The mature trees and grasslands of Richard III fi nally got his were unearthed in Land’s End the original grounds have been retained to comeuppance at the Battle of by a family of burrowing rabbits give the air of living on a private country Bosworth Field in 1485. His in 2014. The ongoing dig could estate, and while parts of the parkland are remains, complete with reveal cemeteries from the New to be landscaped, others will be preserved battle-damaged skull, were Stone Age, burial mounds from as ecological areas providing the perfect Above: The more modern interior and found by archaeologists in 2012 the Bronze Age and a hill fort juxtaposition of traditional and modern. exterior aspects of Roman House in a Leicester car park. from the Iron Age. 74 Berkeley magazine Berkeley magazine 75 Portfolio The Berkeley Group Portfolio 2015 Creating exceptional homes across London and the South East Berkeley Foreword A commitment to the future ‘Berkeley’s vision is to create successful, sustainable places where people aspire to live, proving how good new housing can be.’ So says Managing Director Rob Perrins – and the properties illustrated on the following pages demonstrate how Our Vision successfully the company achieves this. From sensitive restorations to stylish new-builds, Berkeley creates beautiful homes in the most desirable locations across Over the years, the Berkeley Group has won many prestigious awards for the quality, design and sustainability London and the South East. In 2014 alone, we built and sold 3,742 homes – all of which were about more than fantastic of its developments. architecture. With our entrepreneurial approach to land-buying, we focus on developing communities, carefully considering the needs of residents, and providing anything from concierge services to a development’s own train station – Our Vision is Berkeley’s plan for the business, designed to raise standards higher still. Our goal is to be a world class company creating successful, sustainable places where people aspire to live. We take our responsibilities alongside shops and restaurants, communal outdoor space, gyms and more. In this way, and by tackling the national towards our customers, the environment, the workforce and the communities in which we work very seriously. shortage of good-quality homes, Berkeley is proud to make a lasting contribution to the landscape. Our plan for the business has five areas of focus: ‘We have an entrepreneurial approach and a track record of working in partnership to create great places,’ Perrins concludes. Find out more about Berkeley’s current developments and discover your dream property within our Portfolio. An exceptional customer is built to very high standards of design and quality of life, and which will endure quality services and materials experience and quality and has low environmental as settled, vibrant communities long are consistently provided. We aim to put customers at the heart of impact. We meet specific space into the future. our decisions. When you buy a new home standards for new homes and aim A commitment to from Berkeley, dedicated sales teams will to deliver a home which has fibre Efficient and people and safety provide exceptional service throughout broadband infrastructure. considerate operations Safety is a high priority on all of our the buying process, and our Customer We reduce the impact of the construction construction sites. We also aim to have Service teams will manage the customer Great places process on the local community by a positive impact on society and enable relationship from exchange of contracts We seek to create beautiful, successful ensuring that all of our sites are young people to get into work through through to completion, delivery of the places characterised by the quality of registered with the Considerate our support of the Berkeley Foundation. new home and after occupancy. their design, external spaces, transport Constructors Scheme. and access to jobs and amenities. * Some features are only applicable to specific We set targets to reduce water and developments. Please ask sales negotiator for High quality homes These are places where people choose energy use and aim to reuse or recycle a further information. When you buy a new home from Berkeley to live, work and spend their time, that high proportion of our waste. We work Member you can be safe in the knowledge that it directly encourage people’s well-being with our supply chain to ensure high 78 Berkeley magazine Berkeley magazine 79 Whether you’re a city lover or looking for a peaceful rural retreat, Berkeley provides the ultimate choice Where to find us of homes throughout London and beyond London developments Developments beyond London 6WDQPRUH $ $ 0 0 21 0 0 &DQRQV3DUN 19 %DUQHW 17 18 :RUFHVWHUVKLUH &ROLQGDOH 36 +DUURZ 0 0 +LJKJDWH 39 0DQRU+RXVH 16 %HGIRUGVKLUH :HPEOH\ +DFNQH\ 6WDGLXP $ 0 0 ,VOLQJWRQ 2O\PSLF3DUN +HUWIRUGVKLUH &DPGHQ %RZ %XFNLQJKDPVKLUH $ $ $ 2[IRUGVKLUH .LQJҋ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aterfront at Royal Arsenal 9 Abell & Cleland, SW1 p83 18 Imperial Square, N12 p85 24 Wye Dene, High Wycombe p86 30 The Ashmiles at Barns Green, Horsham p87 36 Cambridge Riverside, Cambridge p89 Riverside, SE18 p82 10 Ebury Square, SW1 p84 19 St Joseph’s Gate, NW7 p85 25 Kennet Island, Reading p86 31 Ryewood, Sevenoaks p88 37 Burnside, Silk Woods, Ascot p89 2 Royal Arsenal Riverside, SE18 p82 11 375 Kensington High Street, W14 p84 20 Chiswick Gate, W4 p86 26 Holborough Lakes, Holborough p87 32 Oakgrove, Caterham p88 38 Warfi eld p89 3 Marine Wharf, SE16 p82 12 Kensington Row, W14 p84 21 Stanmore Place, HA7 p86 27 Victory Pier, Kent p87 33 Edenbrook, Fleet p88 39 The Waterside, Worcester p89 4 Kidbrooke Village, SE3 p82 13 190 Strand, WC2 p84 22 Roman House, EC2 p86 28 Royal Wells Park, Tunbridge Wells p87 34 Highwood, Horsham p88 5 One Tower Bridge, SE1 p82 14 Wimbledon Hill Park, SW20 p85 23 South Quay Plaza, E14 p86 29 Sandlands Park, Walton-on-the-Hill, p87 35 Bersted Park, North Bersted p89 6 Goodman’s Fields, E1 p83 15 Marryat Place, Wimbledon p85 7 250 City Road, EC1 p83 16 Woodberry Down, N4 p85 8 Vista, SW8 p83 17 The Avenue, N3 p85 80 The Berkeley Portfolio Maps are not to scale and are indicative only www.berkeleyhomes.co.uk 81 Portfolio: London Portfolio: London 1 2 3 Waterfront at Royal Royal Arsenal Marine Wharf Arsenal Riverside Riverside London SE16 ● by Berkeley London SE18 ● by Berkeley London SE18 ● by Berkeley Marine Wharf is a new, vibrant 6 7 destination for London’s dockside. Coming soon, Waterfront offers all the Royal Arsenal Riverside is one of Ideally located only minutes from Canada Goodman’s Fields 250 City Road convenience and choice of local life and south-east London’s most exciting riverside Water and Surrey Quays stations, London E1 ● by Berkeley London EC1 ● by Berkeley London living. The imminent arrival of a addresses, occupying a prime location residents benefi t from easy access to Crossrail station on site further enhances along the River Thames with a Canary Wharf, London Bridge Goodman’s Fields is a unique mixed-use seven-acre development Situated in a prime location in the heart of one of the most the unrivalled transport connections. forthcoming Crossrail station and and beyond. in the heart of the City, ideally located for Canary Wharf, vibrant areas in the capital, 250 City Road is the setting for buzzing retail hub. Docklands and the South Bank. a new style of urban living. Availability Availability Manhattan suites, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom Availability Final release of 1, 2 and 3 bedroom Availability Availability apartments and penthouses coming soon. 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments. apartments, coming 2015. Studios, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments and penthouses. Forthcoming Prices not yet released Prices from £387,500 Prices not yet released Prices from £687, 500 Contact Contact Contact Contact Contact +44 (0)20 3432 8419 +44 (0)20 3553 7623 +44 (0)20 3740 6824 +44 (0)20 3582 2517 +44 (0)20 3603 1747 WWW.250cityroad.co.uk www.waterfrontroyalarsenal.co.uk www.royalarsenalriverside.co.uk www.marinewharf.co.uk www.goodmansfi elds.co.uk 4 5 8 9 Kidbrooke Village One Tower Bridge Vista Abell & Cleland London SE3 ● by Berkeley London SE1 ● by Berkeley London SW8 ● by Berkeley London SW1 ● by Berkeley Just 15 minutes from London Bridge, Kidbrooke Village offers a Just moments from the City, One Tower Bridge offers the ultimate Just minutes from fashionable Chelsea, the striking Vista is Abell & Cleland is a prestigious development, with a premier harmonious blend of village living and London luxury. in fi ve-star luxury London living. These stunning apartments offer designed by Scott Brownrigg and incorporates outdoor landscaping address in the heart of London’s iconic Westminster. spacious internal areas and boast breathtaking views. and feature terraces, with spectacular views over Battersea Park. Availability Availability 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments. Prices from £320,000. Availability Availability 2 and 3 bedroom apartments and 3 and 4 bedroom penthouses. Forthcoming 3 and 4 bedroom townhouses. 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom apartments and penthouses. Prices from £1,350,000 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments and penthouses. Prices from £846,000 Prices from £1,804,000 Contact Contact Contact Contact +44 (0)20 3603 1636 +44 (0)20 3553 7560 +44 (0)20 3740 1381 +44 (0)20 3740 5266 www.kidbrookevillage.co.uk www.onetowerbridge.co.uk www.vistachelseabridge.co.uk www.abellandcleland.co.uk 82 The Berkeley Portfolio Computer-generated images of The Berkeley Group's developments are indicative only www.berkeleyhomes.co.uk 83 Portfolio: London Portfolio: London 14 15 16 Wimbledon Hill Park Marryat Place Woodberry Down Wimbledon ● by Berkeley Wimbledon ● by Berkeley London N4 ● by Berkeley 10 11 Wimbledon Hill Park comprises apartments Offering a convenient and sophisticated This innovative regeneration project will and houses located on the former estate of the lifestyle, Marryat Place is an exclusive feature over 5,500 new homes. It is set in 64 Ebury Square 375 Kensington High Street Duke of Wellington. Set beside 19 acres of collection of just six majestic 4 and 5 bedroom acres adjacent to the spectacular natural London SW1 ● by Berkeley London W14 ● by St Edward protected parkland, yet still conveniently homes, set over four fl oors and situated just a surroundings of two existing reservoirs and located for Wimbledon Village. stone’s throw away from the All England Finsbury Park, all within a short distance of Ebury Square offers elegant residences set around a remodelled This award-winning development located in the Royal Borough of Tennis Club and Wimbledon Village. central London and the City. traditional garden square in Belgravia, one of London’s most Kensington and Chelsa offers a luxurious selection of apartments Availability prestigious locations. and penthouses set around a traditional London garden square. 2 and 3 bedroom apartments. Availability Availability Prices from £1,150,000 4 and 5 bedroom houses. Forthcoming new phase, Skyline. Availability Availability Spacious 4 and 5 bedroom houses. Prices from £2,650,000 1 and 2 bedroom apartments. 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments and penthouses. Prices from £4,500,000 Contact Prices from £1,950,000 Prices from £925,000 Contact +44 (0)20 3432 1486 Contact +44 (0)20 3773 6168 www.woodberry-down.co.uk Contact Contact +44 (0)20 3773 6309 www.marryatplace.co.uk +44 (0)20 3627 1270 +44 (0)20 3773 6129 www.wimbledonhillpark.co.uk www.eburysq.co.uk www.royalarsenalriverside.co.uk 17 18 19 The Avenue Imperial Square St Joseph’s Gate London N3 ● by Berkeley London N12 ● by Berkeley London NW7 ● by Berkeley 12 13 Located in the affl uent N3 postcode in North Set in a striking gated development, these A magnifi cent gated development of 49 London, The Avenue brings homes of an homes are situated in the sought-after luxurious residences with concierge service, set Kensington Row 190 Strand outstanding calibre to this sought-after, location of High Road in North Finchley, in a landmark Grade II listed building London W14 ● by St Edward London WC2 ● by St Edward well-connected location. with exceptional connections into the surrounded by spectacular grounds. City and beyond. Kensington Row offers a collection of generously proportioned A range of bespoke residences located on the world-famous Availability Availability and luxuriously appointed apartments, designed to furnish a truly Strand, a short walk from Covent Garden, the River Thames 2 and 3 bedroom duplex Availability 2, 3 and 4 bedroom new and refurbished aspirational lifestyle in the Royal Borough of Kensington and and London’s centres of fi nance and law. penthouses. Prices from £695,000. 2 and 3 bedroom apartments. apartments. Prices from £915,000. Chelsea, one of the most desirable areas of London. 3 and 4 bedroom houses. Prices from £495,000. A magnifi cent refurbished chapel. Availability from £1,215,000 3 and 4 bedroom houses from £975,000 Price to be released. Availability 1, 2 , 3 and 4 bedroom apartments, townhouses and penthouses. 2, 3 and 4 bedroom apartments and penthouses from £1,715,000 Prices from £1,225,000 Contact Contact Contact +44 (0)1753 202511 +44 (0)1753 307531 +44 (0)1753 257618 Contact Contact www.theavenuefi nchley.co.uk www.imperialsquarefi nchley.com www.stjosephsgate.com +44 (0)20 3773 6264 / www.kensingtonrow.co.uk +44 (0)20 3773 6216 / www.190strand.co.uk 84 The Berkeley Portfolio Computer-generated images of The Berkeley Group's developments are indicative only www.berkeleyhomes.co.uk 85 Portfolio: London, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire Portfolio: Kent, Surrey and West Sussex 20 21 22 Chiswick Gate Stanmore Place Roman House London W4 ● by Berkeley London HA7 ● by St Edward London EC2 ● by Berkeley 26 27 Chiswick Gate presents a luxurious collection Located in the London Borough of Harrow, Roman House represents a unique of apartments and townhouses. Coming to Stanmore Place offers spacious and opportunity – the chance to acquire its Holborough Lakes Victory Pier desirable Chiswick in early 2015. contemporary apartments set within last remaining penthouse in the very heart of Holborough ● by Berkeley Kent ● by Berkeley award-winning landscaped gardens adjacent the City of London, one of the leaders of the Availability to the Jubilee Line Underground station, international fi nancial community. Holborough Lakes is an exclusive community in the Victory Pier offers suites, 1 and 2 bedroom apartments with stunning 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments and Canons Park. heart of Kent. Set around a series of freshwater lakes waterside views. Set in an area of rich history, these homes offer 3, 4 and 5 bedroom townhouses. Availability and attractive landscaping, it offers an exceptional collection of homes. London-style luxury in Kent. Prices available on application Availability Last remaining 3 bedroom penthouse. 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments Price: £4,250,000 Availability Availability Contact from £260,000 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments and Suites, 1 and 2 bedroom apartments. www.chiswick-gate.co.uk Contact 2, 3, 4 and 5 bedroom houses. Prices from £171,950 Prices from £129,950 Contact +44 (0)20 3432 9212 +44 (0)20 3773 6218 www.roman-house.co.uk Contact Contact www.stanmoreplace.co.uk +44 (0)1634 776727 +44 (0)1634 776528 www.holboroughlakes.co.uk www.victorypier.co.uk 24 25 28 29 30 Wye Dene Kennet Island Royal Wells Park Sandlands Park The Ashmiles at 23 High Wycombe ● by Berkeley ● ● ● Reading by Berkeley Tunbridge Wells by Berkeley Walton-on-the-Hill by Berkeley Barns Green South Quay Plaza Set against the stunning backdrop of the A modern, well-established community Royal Wells Park offers a wide choice of elegant An exquisitely crafted collection of just 13 Horsham ● by Berkeley Canary Wharf E14 ● by Berkeley Chiltern Hills and located less than a mile offering high specifi cation apartments and houses and apartments within walking distance luxury, detached new homes in the beautiful from High Wycombe’s vibrant town centre, houses close to Reading town centre. of the centre of Royal Tunbridge Wells. location of Walton-on-the-Hill. The Ashmiles at Barns Green is an exciting This iconic waterside development will Wye Dene offers a collection of superbly development with a new local primary school, provide exquisite apartments and penthouses appointed homes close to the River Wye. Availability Availability Availability thatched cottage and beautifully designed designed for the luxury London lifestyle. 1 and 2 bedroom apartments. 2 and 3 bedroom apartments. 4 and 5 bedroom houses. Prices from £950,000 houses, which merge perfectly with their Availability Prices from £180,000 Prices from £440,000. surroundings and the community. Availability 2, 3 and 4 bedroom town houses. 3, 4 and 5 bedroom houses also available Contact Forthcoming 2015. Prices not yet released Prices from £325,000 Contact +44 (0)1737 887662 Availability 4 and 5 bedroom detached houses. +44 (0)118 3216149 Contact www.sandlandspark.co.uk 2, 3, 4 and 5 bedroom houses. Contact Prices from £710,000 www.kennetisland.co.uk +44 (0)1892 888604 / www.royalwellspark.co.uk Price on application www.sqp.london Contact Contact +44 (0)1494 857073 +44 (0)1403 887663 www.wyedene.co.uk www.theashmiles.co.uk 86 The Berkeley Portfolio Computer-generated images of The Berkeley Group's developments are indicative only www.berkeleyhomes.co.uk 87 Portfolio: Kent, Surrey, Hampshire and West Sussex Portfolio: West Sussex, Cambridgeshire, Berkshire, Surrey and Worcestershire 31 32 35 36 Ryewood Oakgrove Bersted Park Cambridge Riverside Sevenoaks ● by Berkeley Caterham ● by Berkeley North Bersted ● by Berkeley Cambridge ● by Berkeley A collection of houses and apartments adjacent to the Sevenoaks A range of new homes in an idyllic location on the edge of The new homes at Bersted Park are set within stunning countryside. Cambridge Riverside offers a collection of breathtaking, Wildlife Reserve, just a half-hour train ride from London. the charming parish of Caterham on the Hill in Surrey. Only Here you’ll fi nd leafy woodland walks, tranquil lakes and open modern 4 bedroom townhouses set in the heart of 20 minutes by train to London. parkland on your doorstep. this historic city. Availability 1 and 2 bedroom apartments. Prices from £249,950. Availability Availability Availability 4 bedroom houses. Prices from £484,950 4 and 5 bedroom houses. 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom homes and 4 bedroom townhouses. Prices from £525,000 1 bedroom apartments. Prices from £155,000 Prices from £1,560,000 Contact +44 (0)1732 807407 Contact Contact Contact www.ryewood.co.uk +44 (0)1883 708493 +44 (0)1243 887452 +44 (0)1223 853085 www.oakgrove-caterham.co.uk www.berstedpark.co.uk www.cambridgeriverside.co.uk 37 38 39 Burnside Warfi eld The Waterside Silk Woods, Ascot ● by Berkeley by Berkeley Worcester ● by Berkeley 33 34 Coming soon, a 6 bedroom Victorian property Coming soon, a landmark development and The Waterside provides luxurious modern with an open-plan kitchen, dining and family a brand-new community situated within the homes, many with adjoining balconies or Edenbrook Highwood room with an original fi replace, a further two heart of Warfi eld. The homes will feature terraces overlooking the Worcester and Fleet ● by Berkeley Horsham ● by Berkeley formal reception rooms and large master suite. high-specifi cation design set within a natural Birmingham canal. woodland environment. This range of contemporary homes set on the edge of a stunning Highwood is a place where traditionally styled homes, tree-lined Availability Availability 82-acre country park offers an idyllic natural setting, but with the avenues, community facilities and tranquil open spaces create a real 6 bedroom house. Price to be released. Availability 2 and 3 bedroom apartments currently bright lights of the city within reach. sense of belonging. 1 and 2 bedroom coach houses and 3, 4 and available. Prices from £199,995 Contact 5 bedroom houses. Prices to be released. Coming early 2015: Availability Availability +44 (0)1753 202205 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments. 2, 3, 4 and 5 bedroom homes. 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 bedroom homes. Prices from £195,000 www.silkwoodsascot.co.uk Contact Prices from £295,000 +44 (0)1753 202242 Contact Contact +44 (0)1905 888082 Contact +44 (0)1403 887748 www.watersideroyalworcester.co.uk +44 (0)1252 756302 www.highwood-horsham.co.uk www.edenbrookfl eet.co.uk 88 The Berkeley Portfolio Computer-generated images of The Berkeley Group's developments are indicative only www.berkeleyhomes.co.uk 89 ,)%08, MW ;)%08, Let me tell you... “It’s my job to feel pain every day” The Royal Ballet’s only British female principal dancer, Lauren Cuthbertson, on the joys and agony of dance Dancing at the Royal Opera House was always my dream but that work – sticking on a heat sticker, rubbing, rolling, stretching. I didn’t know what that entailed. I grew up in Devon and didn’t It’s all about avoiding discomfort; fi nding a way around it. -RZIWX MR ]SYV KVIEXIWX EWWIX ]SY know what I was missing. So much in the arts happens in London. I love living in Covent Garden. 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The When I walk through the stage door, I’m at home. I see the same -VY TLTILYZOPW LUX\PYPLZ WSLHZL JHSS ,_[ morning for dancers is about grafting. I roll out of bed and straight people every day. They give me my post and I pick up my messages. into the pool. Then I head to work around the corner at the Royal 0[»Z [PTL [V SP]L SPML PU .YHJL Opera House in Covent Garden, warm up and go to class. I’m no longer aiming for a pipe dream. Now, the only place that is a dream world is when I’m performing in a show. That, for me, It’s part of my job to feel pain every day. I fi nd ways of making is the moment. It gets me every time. Matthew showcases one Lauren Cuthbertson stars in Onegin from 24 January to 27 February at the Royal Opera House, and in Swan Lake from 10 February to 9 April of his beautiful Osborne & Little wallpaper designs 90 Berkeley magazine ^^^NYHJLILSNYH]PHJVT The WOODLAND ChARM BRACeLeT LONDON ST MORiTz NeW YORk BeveRLYhiLLS MiAMi OSAkAASpReY.COM