Cotswold Luxury Summer 2014

HOMES & INTERIORS MAGAZINE

SUMMER 2014

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Abercrombie & KentAmbrose Street

Cheltenham

01242 547 700abercrombiekent.co.uk

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CONTENTS

Published by Cotswold Style Ltd

Publisher, Paul [email protected]

6 Timeless english gem Ellenborough Park

12 Kelly Hoppen gives you the heads up on how to create a home thatbalances both good design and effective materials

36 Sue Crawford presents her award-winning garden

48 Kelly Hoppen shares her secrets about Mood Boards and Colours

64 Emma Sims-Hilditch present their beautiful Cotswold transformation– a Converted School House in Wiltshire

72 Kitchen Gallery – taking interior ideas and turning them into reality

78 Eleanor Cummings creates a beautiful European Farmhouse

86 Escape to your perfect destination with Abercrombie and Kent

Kelly Hoppen - Pages 12 & 48

Contributors:Kelly HoppenEmma Sims-HidditchSue CrawfordEleanor CummingsSarah Speakman

For all enquiries please contactthe office on 01242 220239

Advertising Sales, Alastair [email protected]

Founder, Matthew Evans

Production Consultant, Hilary [email protected]

Emma Sims-Hilditch - Page 64

Sales Director, Mark [email protected]

Office Manager, Carley O’[email protected]

Art Editor, Nick [email protected]

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FOREWORD

Published by Cotswold Style Ltd. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced,copied in anyway, either digitally or mechanically without prior written consent of Cotswold Style Ltd.Whilst every effort hasbeenmade to ensure the accuracy of the information at the time of going to press,neither Cotswold Style Ltd nor the Editor accept any liability, responsibility or loss resulting from anyperson acting,refraining from acting or any otheraction as a result of any material in this publication.Neither can Cotswold Style Ltd have any responsibility for the accuracy of the content of editorial,content written or within advertising claims of its clients. The opinions of the authors are their ownand Cotswold Style Ltd and the Editor are not bound to agree with the opinions expressed within thispublication. Neither the Editor nor Cotswold Style Ltd will be held liable for any manuscripts orphotos or other materials lost or damaged whilst in their possession, though every care will be taken.Publication of acceptedarticles is not always guaranteed by Cotswold Style Ltd or its Editor.

I would like to take this opportunity of introducing myself and my company to you.It’s my privilege to be the new owner of Cotswold Luxury alongside my businesspartner Mark Cuzner.

In 2008 our flagshipmonthly Magazine Cotswold Style launched to provide a truly upmarket Lifestyle Magazine for the Cotswold Region. Three years later we acquired twotown-centric magazines; The Cheltonian and The Glostonian serving Cheltenham Spaand Gloucester.

Based in Cheltenham it’s our passion and our mission to produce high qualitytargeted magazines across our beautiful Cotswold region. Last month we weredelighted to be able to add Cotswold Luxury to our growing high-end portfolio.

I would personally like to thank Cotswold Luxury's founder Matthew Evans for all hishard work in delivering the title to where it is today.

In our inaugural edition we welcome our regular celebrity contributor Kelly Hoppenwho talks about the key elements of good room design on page 13-18.

We go behind the scenes of the Luxurious 16th Century 5 Star Ellenborough Parkwhich is set amongst 90 acres of beautiful parkland with the world famousCheltenham Racecourse right on the doorstep.(see pages 6 to 9).

Finally I would like to add a huge thank you to our advertisers old and new whocontinue to inspire all of us with a wonderful array of products and services for ourmuch loved homes and gardens.

I wish you all a most glorious English Summer.

Paul BatesPublisher

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Timeless

Ellenborough Park embodies timelessEnglish style thanks to interiors byNina Campbell and lovingly-restored

buildings that glow at sunset with honey andcaramel hues.

This summer the estate plays host tocarefree sunny days, picnics and afternoonteas set in 90 acres of parkland nestled at thefoot of Cleeve Hill.

Effortless sophistication andintuitive service

Gloucestershire’s only AA Five Star hotel hasearned its reputation for unrivalled guestservice, fine dining, an award-winning winecellar and Indian-themed spa.

Afternoon tea is enjoyed in The Great Hall oron the terrace, while manicured lawns arehome for freshly-prepared picnics – the perfectaccompaniment to croquet and traditionalgarden games.

A haven for food and wine loversFresh from his success on BBC’s The Great

British Menu, executive head chef DavidKelman has crafted a summer menu to exciteall palates.

His first courses include cannelloni ofCotswold chicken with summer truffle andseasonal vegetables. Mains feature grilledlemon sole and south coast lobster, garden

GlamourIt’s three years since Ellenborough Park opened its16th century doors to guests who desire five star service,comfort and fine dining

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fennel and lemon butter, baby vegetables andsaffron new potatoes. Dessert options seesummer fruit Pimms jelly with textures ofseasonal strawberry and cloudylemonade foam.

For less formal dining The Brasserie servesa bistro-style menu, with dishes includingglazed figs and Oxspring air dried ham saladwith balsamic reduction; or beef and ale suetpie served with potato puree, cabbage and redonion jus.

Clio Giudici, the head sommelier, curatesan award-winning cellar of no fewer than550 varieties.

Relax and unwindThe Indian-themed spa offers a range of

treatments to pamper and revitalise. Chooseorganic ila products, which promote peacefulbalance through body experiences, orBABOR facial treatments to aid youthful andfresh skin.

Residents and day guests alike can unwindin the Jacuzzi, sauna, steam or relaxationrooms or check out the outdoor heated pooland sun deck.

Country and sporting lifeAside from horse racing the local area offers

summer pursuits from polo to clay pigeonshooting, horse riding to tennis and cycling toNordic walking.

Ellenborough Parkwww.ellenboroughpark.comTel: 01242 802620Southam Road, Cheltenham,Gloucestershire GL52 3NJ


Azure LuxuryCars is the only businessbased in theCotswolds that can provideyouwith its own chauffeur-drivenBentley or BMWX5 for your SpecialOccasion or Corporate Event.

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I N T E R I O R D E S I G N , B U I L D A N D T O T A L R E F U R B I S H M E N T S I N C E 2 0 0 2

Cream & Browne offer an exceptional service to deliver outstanding beautiful Interior Design projects. We can re-decorate and furnish individual rooms or design, plan and renovate a complete property, residential or commercial.

Our expertise encompasses all types of property both modern and traditional throughout the UK.

Luxurious Design for

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Gloucestershire Barnsley 0.5 miles, Cirencester 4.5 miles

A beautiful house with lovely gardens, traditional buildings and stunningviews. 4 reception rooms, 6 bedrooms, guest annexe, tennis court,2 cottages and flat. Farm buildings, pasture and woodland.In all about 144.29 acres

Guide price: £6,000.000 For Lots 1 and 2

KnightFrank.co.uk/CHO140193

Quintessential Cotswold farmand family home

KnightFrank.co.uk/[email protected] 659771

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Gloucestershire South Cerney. Cirencester 3.5 miles, Kemble Station 4.25 miles

Grade II listed manor house with long drive. 5 reception rooms,7 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. Flat and cottage. Stabling, garaging,swimming pool and tennis court. Delightful gardens. River frontage.In all about 27.1 acres

Guide price: £4,500,000

KnightFrank.co.uk/CIR130350

Classical Cotswold manorin parkland setting



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Gloucestershire Stow-on-the-Wold 7.5 miles, Cheltenham 12 miles

4 reception rooms, 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, outbuildings including alarge Cotswold stone barn with planning permission, tennis court,stunning gardens and grounds. In all about 2.2 acres



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Gloucestershire Rendcomb. Cheltenham 7miles, Kemble Station 9 miles

Charming country house in beautiful gardens. Hall, 3 reception rooms,kitchen/breakfast room, 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. 1 bedroom annexe,garaging, outbuildings. Formal gardens and woodland.In all about 2.6 acres



Private and classically Cotswold



A BEAUTIFULLY APPOINTEDMANORHOUSE

Reception hall �Drawing room �Sitting room � Living room/dining room �Study �Kitchen/breakfast room �Orangery �Conservatory�Utility room �Cloakrooms �Two boot-rooms �Cellar �Master bedroom suite with ensuite bath/shower room � Five further bedroomswith four additional ensuite bath/shower rooms �Double garage and extensive gardens � In all about 1.3 acres

NORTHLEACH, GLOUCESTERSHIRE

Guide £2.95 million

Savills [email protected] 627550

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Reception hall �Drawing room �Dining room �Sitting room �Kitchen Breakfast room �Utility �8 Bedrooms �Dressing room �Study�5 Bathrooms (2 en suite) �3 Bedroom cottage and self-contained of:ce �Useful outbuildings including stabling, garaging and modern barns� Indoor swimming pool and tennis court � Gardens and grounds � Paddocks, pasture and woodland

WILTSHIRE/GLOUCESTERSHIRE BORDER

Guide £3.25 million

THE PERFECT FAMILY HOUSE, PRIVATELY SITUATED IN THEMIDDLE OF ITS LAND


Strutt & Parker [email protected] 653101

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A GRADE II BARN CONVERSION SOPHISTICATED, MODERN AND CHARMING

Drawing room �Snug �Kitchen/dining room �Study �Utility/boot hall �Master bedroom and ensuite bathroom �Guest bedroom and ensuitebathroom �1 further ensuite �Bedroom and 2 further bedrooms � Family bathroom �Cloakroom �Boiler/plant room �Two cottagesGardens and grounds: Courtyard �Orchard �Open garaging �Terrace �Kitchen garden � Lawns � Fields � In all about 10 acres

COLN ROGERS, GLOUCESTERSHIRE


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Outer hall � Inner hall �Dining room �Breakfast room �Drawing room �Sitting room �Kitchen �Utility room �Playroom � Larder �Boot room � Laundry�Cloakroom �3 x Stores and workshop � Outside cloakroom � Master bedroom with en-suite bathroom and dressing area �7 Further bedrooms�4 Bathrooms � Second kitchen �Stable Cottage � Groom’s Cottage �Stable yard � Swimming Pool �Tennis Court �Pond � In all 21.66 acres.

NR CIRENCESTER, GLOUCESTERSHIRESavills [email protected] 627550

Strutt & Parker [email protected] 653101

AN IMPRESSIVE GRADE II COTSWOLD ARTS AND CRAFTS COUNTRY HOUSE

G Guide £3.25 million

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Hamptons CheltenhamSales. 01242 639414

Leighterton, Gloucestershire £925,000 FreeholdA quintessential detached Cotswold stone cottage with landscaped gardens, situated on the edge of this popular village close to Tetbury. The property provides spaciousliving space arranged over two floors briefly consisting of three reception rooms a bespoke kitchen breakfast room, four bedrooms, dressing room and three bathrooms.EPC: E

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Lechlade, Gloucestershire £1,425,000 FreeholdAn impressive Grade II listed detached Queen Anne residence which provides a little over 4,500 sq ft of living space set within mature gardens & grounds extending toabout 1.5 acres, adjoining open farmland to the rear. In addition to the main residence there is a separate detached cottage providing a further 1,500 sq ft ofaccommodation, extensive parking and a double garage.


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Ashton Keynes, Wiltshire £1,450,000 FreeholdThe principal part of a fine Grade II listed village property which fronts onto a tributary of the River Thames and provides over 6,000 sq ft of beautifullyproportioned receptions rooms and bedroom suites. In all an acre of mature landscaped gardens, extensive parking and an open 3 bay carport.

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Allington, Wiltshire £1,150,000 FreeholdA beautiful Grade II listed stone barn conversion with equestrian facilities including about 2 acres of paddocks with a range of outbuildings, stable blockand yard. Approached along a tree-lined shared driveway, the property provides versatile, light and airy living space arranged over two floors.


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ColdAston,GloucestershireToLet£2,750pcmCotswold family home (3-4 bedrooms) located in anidyllic locationwith a great village pub.Wonderful gardensand off road parking for 2-3 cars. Available September.EPC rating: D

Burford Sales 01993 220 555Burford Lettings 01993 220 888

www.pennyandsinclair.co.ukwww.staycotswold.com

INCORPORATING

Penny&Sinclair expand into theCotswolds!Penny & Sinclair have opened a new office in Burford and have joined together with Fergus Mitchell

of StayCotswold to give clients a complete service including Sales, Lettings, Short Lets/Holiday Lets

and Property Search. Penny & Sinclair quickly established themselves as ‘Main Players’ in Oxford

(Summertown &City offices) and directors, James Penny, Wendy Sinclair andOliver Hope consider the time

is right to build on this success.

Founder Director, James Penny, stated, “Geographically, it makes great sense for Penny & Sinclair to open a

new office west of Oxford. It will enable the company to cover a much larger area and to provide a highly

customer focused service with Burford recognised as “TheGateway to the Cotswolds”.

Bampton,OxfordshireShort/HolidayLet/BusinessRetreat £POAAcollectionof three stunning barn conversions, locatedbetweenOxford andBurford, just south of themarkettownofWintey. All threeproperties come fully furnishedwithWiFi included, large bedroomsand gorgeous views.

Filkins,OxfordshireShort/HolidayLet from£750perweekGorgeous furnished cottage located in the popularvillage of Filkins, great local pub (The Five Alls), kitchen,dining room, sitting room, 3 double bedrooms and bunkbed, family bathroom, pretty terrace gardens.

Connecting the Cotswolds withtheOxford and London network

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Charlbury,Oxfordshire Guideprice: £1,250,000Abeautifully renovatedGrade II listed house situated in the heart of thismuch sought afterWestOxfordshire village .

3 reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast room, cloakroom, utility room, 7 bedrooms, 3 bath/shower rooms, cellar.Attractive gardens, stone garden store/workshop, parking.Walking distance of the Charlbury railway station (London Paddington).

INCORPORATING

Burford Sales 01993 220 555Burford Lettings 01993 220 888

www.pennyandsinclair.co.ukwww.staycotswold.com

Connecting the Cotswolds withtheOxford and London network

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“Together with our fantastic team of specialists,

we’re able to work closely with our clients

and deliver spectacular kitchens.”

Angela and Jeremy Bower

At Bower Willis Designs, we believe that innovative functionality goes hand in hand with stunning design.

You deserve to have a kitchen that excites you. An exceptional room that ‘wows’ every time you walk in.Somewhere you’re proud to entertain guests, and that inspires you to cook the food you love to eat. A versatile, hard working space that accommodates your family while offering tranquillity and reward from living a busy, modern life.

It’s important to us that you love your new kitchen, and for you to be certain that every surface and feature is absolutely right. We will spend time understanding your lifestyle so that we can design a kitchen with your needs at its heart. Not only will it look amazing, but it will also enhance the way that you live by creating a space that’s perfect for you.

Our showroom will help bring your kitchen design ideas to life. We’ve handpicked cabinets, work surfaces,state-of-the-art equipment and those all-importantfinishing touches to share with you. You’re sure to be inspired.

Your dream kitchen, our pleasure!

“Our new kitchen is so versatile and easy to live with whether we are working, relaxing or dining. We couldn’t ask for more.”

Functional beauty.

Come in and see us atThe Coach House, 3b New Street,Shipston On Stour, Warwickshire, CV36 4EW.Call us on 01608 690 870Visit www.bowerwillisdesigns.co.uk

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Contemporary town gardendesign wins RHS Award

“Levels: A Garden come Rain or Shine” in the new RHS“Festival” category highlighted the effects of climate changeand some of the old and new technologies used in gardens –from a solar charged garden table to rain chains used to divertwater from the gutter to a pond. The garden also illustratedhow nature and leisure can complement each other – with aflat screen tv on a wall of birch poles.

The garden was designed with the young urban creative“media” couple in mind to allow a “work-relax” outside space.Circles and spheres complemented by bold uprights providesophistication and inspiration.

Planting was intentionally varied, with loose alliums andgrasses (luzula nivea) counter-balanced by structural box ballsinterplanted with stipa tenuissima (pony tail grass). Under aweeping birch tree luxuriant herbaceous plants includinghosta patriot, white foxgloves and alchemilla mollis (lady’smantle) were used to evoke a serene, peaceful atmosphere.The theme of rain and water drops was reflected in thesinuous curves of the pond, the sensuous stool (marble/wood)and the meandering decking. The painting of the decking intrend-setting grey provided a contemporary edge.

The design highlights how important structure andsimplicity are - the “less is more” philosophy creates a gardenwith visual and textural impact, which can be replicated in thetown gardens of Cheltenham or on a larger scale in themanorhouses of the Cotswolds.

Words: Sue [email protected] 565 005Pictures: Ian Thwaites – www.ianthwaites.com

Sue Crawford, Rowena Davidson and Sam Evans, all emerging garden designers,collaborated to build a Bronze medal award show garden at RHS Spring Malvern Show 2014

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Regent WindowsUnits 1 and 2 Malmesbury RoadKingsditch Trading EstateCheltenhamGloucestershireGL51 9PL

Tel: 01242 254 222 Email:[email protected] www.regentwindows.co.uk Cleeve Hill

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Sales Consultant Annie King - Sharpe and the New Homes Team at Andrews Land & New Homes in Leckhampton are on hand to provide details of this superb new development in the heart of Cheltenham.

The hotly anticipated scheme is creating quite a buzz with local buyers. The scheme comprises just eleven 3 & 4 bedroom detached and semi-detached homes ina select enclave on Prestbury Road, near Pittville.

Says Annie, “Apart from the obvious appeal of the location, we’ve had an overwhelming response to the design and specification of these new homes.

Beautiful open plan kitchen dining rooms feature fully integrated SMEG appliances – not just the extra wide stainless steel hob and feature glass and stainless steel chimney hood but double oven, washer dryer, fridge freezer and dishwasher. All included at no extra charge!

Some designs feature a contemporary family room downstairs, with reception and master bedroom suite on the first floor featuring Juliette balconies and French doors. These homes o�er chic, versatile accommodation well suited to today’s modern households. Private parking and landscaped gardens are also included”

Terri Hayes-Pugh Head of Sales & Marketing for Cotswold Homes confirmed “We’re delighted to be developing in Cheltenham - Prestbury Mews is just the first of several opportunities we’re involved with in the area. Market conditions are the best we’ve seen for several years and there is strong demand for contemporary, well planned homes o�ering great value for money and a high specification.’

All of these new homes come with a 10 year NHBC warranty, and buyers can also take advantage of the HelpToBuy Scheme* if they need a helping hand.

For an appointment to view call 07741 260938 or Andrews Land & New Homes on 01242 248975.

Street scene is computer generated for illustrative purposes only - final finishes/ detail will vary. Please check with Sales Consultant. * Terms & Conditions apply, please speak to the sales advisor

www.cotswoldhomes.co.ukMarketing Suite open 10am -5pm Friday to Monday 07741 260 938 or 01242 248 975

An exclusively private development of stunning 3 & 4 bedroom new homes Prestbury Road, Cheltenham GL52 2DJ

Marketing Suite now open at Cotswold Homes’ exclusively private new development in Cheltenham

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a complete home development solution

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If you’re looking for friendly advice from a family run firm with over 30 years of experience within the Kitchen, bedroom and bathroom industry then you have come to the right place.

Dajon interiors specialises in both service and design of Kitchens, Bathrooms, Bedrooms and also Heating and Water systems

Dajon Interiors Ltd is your one stop shop for all of your interior requirements with a unique design service to help you along the way. Their qualified team of designers will create for you your dream kitchen, bathroom or bedroom using the latest 3D photorealistic computer aided design software, which enables you to see your new room before purchase

Dajon interiors Ltd was founded in 1998 by directors John Morgan, Pat Hyam and David Collingwood. John and Pat have been in the Kitchen, bathroom and bedroom industry for over 30 years and carry a wealth of experience. They are still at the core of Dajon today.

Alongside the founders are a friendly team of designers and installers that will assist you with your project in one way or another. Dajon has grown over the years to become Gloucester’s premier interior design studio catering for all requirements from a single tap purchase to a complete project managed renovation.

www.dajoninteriors.co.uk

Dajon interiors Ltd , 102 – 104 Finlay road, Gloucester GL4 6TP. T. 01452 332 336 E. [email protected]

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FEATURE | Colour

How you BeginA good beginning starts with a focused mind, and there is no better design practice than that of laying out mood boards to get your vision under way. Seeing your influences pinned t o the boards will increase your confidence and skill. Raidfashion and interiors magazines for references – a chanel jacket can be as key an inspiration as a finished room. Put it all on the mood boards, one or more for each room, leave them for a day, then revisit them with a fresh eye. Do not file swatches and samples away – keep the boards on view, as this will move you ever closer to the right d esign d ecisions.

At work in my london studio, where I initiate every design by compiling many mood boards detailing every facet of every room.

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ColourI am known for my palette of neutrals – Black, white, cream, grey and taupe. These make the perfect backdrop for any scheme.

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Subtlety and contrast of tone and texture are the keys to a successful monochromatic scheme where neither the black nor thewhite dominates and there is a natural balance between the two. Adding elements such as the bronze christian liaigre ajoure side table, the wroughtiron Mark Brazier-Jones sera lantern floor lamp and the zebra-skin rug brings highlighting focal points into the design.

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Ihave always wholeheartedly enjoyed a monochromatic palette. To my eye, it embraces all the neutral tones between

the opposite poles of black and white, plus the black and the white. This palette has an infinite range of blacks, charcoals, greys and whites, browns, taupes, sands and creams. It forms a limitless variety of neutrals that can be put to work with vibrant tones of burnt orange, luxurious purple, earthy green, glorious red and, sometimes, emperor’s yellow. Dwelling on this locks my mind on to the creation of vastly rich, exciting colourscapes that translate into wonder fully workable, comforting homes. Every one of us sees and responds to colour in our own way. When I am putting colour together, I always start with a natural linen fabric. Instinctively, I will know whether it is a taupe or a sand tone. If it is grey-brown-based, it belongs in the taupe family; if it is

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Black, charcoal, dove grey and silver are as invaluable to me as white, cream, sand and gold, but I am careful to never mix taupe tones with those of sand, as the two are incompatible.

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Trust your instincts and go with what is beautiful, harmonious and exciting to you, and mix a signature palette to create a personal colourscape vision.

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A RICH AND SENSUOUS IMPRESSION (left) is given by the combination of the black velvet cushions and the charcoal damask upholstery in conjunction with the lace banding on the whitelinen cushions. I particularly enjoy this part of the room, as the grouping is reinforced by the powerful photograph of a woman wearing a sexy lace dress – Jessica in Lace Dress, by Louise Bobbe.

MONOCHROME PALETTEI liken the success of a monochromatic palette to that of black-and-white photography, where the serenity of an interior scheme lies in the subtlety and contrast of tone and textural combinations.

MONOCHROME LOVES…A RANGE OF BLACKS, from purest ebony to charcoal, mixed with whites that can have undertones of grey or taupe.

REFLECTIVE SURFACES such as glossy lacquer or silky polished plaster.

CONTRASTING TEXTURES that are surprising and enliven-ing within the space – such as the combination of linen, lace and velvet shown here.

CRYSTAL LIGHTS for reflection and feng shui.

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TAUPE PALETTETaupe is the most perfect neutral colour – and there are so many tones that embrace or hover between mushroom and grey-purple, giving you enormous design scope within a single palette. Taupe is neither too warm nor too cool, so its effect on a scheme is that of complete harmony and calm.

TAUPE LOVES …PURE WHITE – paint, plaster, wood or fabric.

TEXTURAL plaster finishes.

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GLASS – clear, as well as dramatic accents of green, purple or red.

SILVER or NICKEL finishes.

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TAUPE HATES …BUTTERY YELLOW TONES in any material,hard or soft.

GOLDEN WOODS, such as oak.

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THIS MOOD BOARD (above) has been translated into the reality of my bedroom in London (above). Every tonal colour and material texture, from the crushed white silk velvet to the silvery shag-pile carpet, is included on the board.

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THE ACCENT OF RICH MULBERRY RED (right) in both therough texture of the linen cushions and the smooth texture of the leather ottoman and carpet border lifts the taupe scheme of this living space.The mood board (above) illustrates the bones of the design, showing how it translates into the finished interior with furniture by Christian Liaigre.

PERFECT ACCENTS FOR TAUPETaupe is the perfect foil for rich, deep tones such as mulberry red, purple, burnt orange and chocolate brown – colours that can be injected into a scheme to lift the palette and delight the eye. Taupe is also as happy with bronze as with nickel and chrome, and always enjoys a pure white accent.

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SAND PALETTEA sand palette is warm, earthy, comfortable and natural. Sand is a yellow-based colour and has an organic ricness of tone that works perfectly in country-style homes. Contemporary designs in sand palettes tend to have a whisper of tradi-tional flair.

SAND LOVES …THE CONTRAST of white and the easy warmth of cream.

SAND-BASED neutral linens and natural but-tery suede.

ALL TONES of caramel, coffee, toffee, rust, and a touch of orange or yellow.

STONES that contain beige, such as French limestone.

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SAND HATES …ANY TONE of taupe.

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BLUE-BASED stones.

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THE COMBINATION OF SUEDE AND LEATHER in this sand scheme (right) isin perfect pitch with the textures of the white blinds and the cream shaggy car-pet. The natural white and cream tones in the petrified wood blocks bring in an-other form of texture that is beautifully peaceful in this woodlined living space. It is easy to see in the mood board (left) how this particular yellow brings in just the right amount of light-handed contrast. The quinn sofa by Meridiani is covered in linen, and the IPE Cavalli opium ottomans are upholstered in soft suede. The curving leather Rosetta armchair and Pia hanging light above it are both from Promemoria.

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Taken from Kelly Hoppen IDEAS: Creating a home for the way you live,

Text by Sarah Stewart-Smith,photographs by Mel Yates,

published by Jacqui Small at £30

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Town & Country in Burford knows everything there is to know about bespoke flooring, having been in business for over 10 years. We are focused on giving customers the best possible service, so that you can have the floor that’s right for you and your home.

All our flooring solutions, whether hardwood, stone or natural fibre carpets, are purposely picked to work together. Our unique service also extends to the finish, colour and width of the type of flooring you want. This extensive choice means that you can experience directly the inspiration, knowledge and passion for the products we sell.

As well as a large range of flooring options, we also supply fine paints and wallpapers from British company Little Greene, made-to-fit wooden doors and handsome door ironmongery.

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Drop into our Cotswolds showroom just off the A40 roundabout in Burford to get a real flavour of our entire product range. All our floors are shown in sampled areas, helping you to choose the right flooring for your home and enabling the product to show its natural features and blemishes.

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1One Hyde Park,London

Current price: £6,000 per sq ft“One Hyde Park is London’s most ambitious and prestigious residentialapartment building, uniquely serviced bythe Mandarin Oriental hotel.The amenities,apartments and finishes are second tonone. One Hyde Park has long promisedto be one of the finest addresses in theworld and, now finished, lives up to thishigh expectation. ”

Edward Lewis, Savills London, +44 (0)20 7409 [email protected]

2Severn Road,Hong Kong

Current price: £4,500 per sq ft“Hong Kong’s most prestigious residential address winds around the top ofVictoria’s Peak, enjoying panoramic views ofthe harbour. Severn Road has been singledout for its great position and ultra-luxuriousproperties.There are fewer than 60 residences on the road, so it is very exclusive, attracting business leaders and diplomats.”

Peter Yuen, Savills Hong Kong+00 852 2842 [email protected]

3Avenue Princess Grace,Monaco

Current price: £4,000 per sq ft“This address is steeped in associationswith the golden era of Monaco’s royal family and the glamour of Grace Kelly. Italso has some of the best views of theMediterranean.The most recent apartmentsold here went for £22 million.With limited supply, we do not foresee any price fluctuations.”

Jean-Claude Caputo, Riviera Estates,+33 (0)493 874 115 [email protected]

4Chemin de Saint-Hospice,Cap Ferrat

Current price: £4,000 per sq ft “During the Belle Époque, Chemin de Saint-Hospice, on the peninsula of CapFerrat in the South of France, became popular with the world’s elite. Supply isvery limited – there are only 15 houses onthe peninsula – and so transactions arerare.The most recent sale was three yearsago and achieved £74 million.”

Jean-Claude Caputo, Riviera Estates,+33 (0)493 874 [email protected]

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5Fifth Avenue,New York

Current price:£ 3,100 per sq ft“With its iconic views of Central Park, FifthAvenue has been home to the globalwealthy for generations.With easy accessto some of the best museums, clubs andrestaurants, and just one block fromMadison Avenue’s luxury shops, FifthAvenue continues to be New York’s ultimate address.”

Kirk Henckels Stribling & Associates+00 1 212 452 [email protected]

6Rue Bellot,Geneva

Current price: £2,000 per sq ft“Rue Bellot is Geneva’s most exclusivestreet. Residents can enjoy quiet, luxury living here while being perfectly located tomake the most of the surrounding area.Lake Geneva can be reached in 10 min-utes, the Museum of Fine Art and Historyis next door,while Rue du Rhône, with itsfashionable boutiques,i s just a stroll away.”

Natalie Mik, Alpine Homes Intl+41 (0)78 653 [email protected]

7Ostozenka Street,Moscow

Current price:£ 1,800 per sq ft“Ostozenka was the first location inMoscow that was fully renovated as a top-end residential quarter.The popularityof the street is due to the superb location.It’s right in the heart of Moscow, next toChrist the Saviour Cathedral, and just fiveminutes’d rive from the Kremlin.R esidentialblocks are also tucked away from the hubbub of the city.”

Alexander Shatalov, Intermark Savills,+7 495 775 [email protected]

8Wolseley Road,Point Piper,Sydney

Current price: £1,200 per sq ft“The recent sale of entrepreneur AndrewBanks’ home on Wolseley Road for £33 million shows the resilience of this exclusiveenclave. Sales last year of properties with harbour views achieved an average of£1,200 per square foot and are rising.Sienna, a new waterfront apartment development,i s selling for around £1,900per square foot.”

Shayne Harris,S avills Australia+61 (0)282 158 879 [email protected]

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When Emma and John Sims Hilditch first stumbled across a row

of old farm cottages in a pretty village in Wiltshire they knew

they had discovered a hidden gem. The three derelict homes

with small barn attached, dated back to 1790 and had originally

housed the village school; but years of neglect had left the

properties needing a complete restoration.

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“what makes this house a home is the balance between the space that lets everyone do their own thing and the cosy areas around the woodburners.”

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The first step into breathing new life into these Grade II listed cottages was to apply for permission to open up the space to give

them an open plan living area to suit their young family. The challenge was in sympathetically re-organising the property whilst maintaining much of the character of the old buildings. The result was an elegant three-bedroom home that comfortably accommodated Emma and John’s family for over 15 years.

However in 2010, with a husband and three children, an award winning interior design practice and two cats all squeezed in, Emma decided the time had come to convert the barn to create an open plan living space to properly cater for their extended brood. The conventional route would have been to create two stories throughout. Instead, Emma designed a

mezzanine level and stunning full height sitting room that dramatically opened up the space and created a sense of theatre, light and space.

The huge glazed barn doors, rendered limestone fireplace and fitted bookcases with a ladder for access, all create a spectacular setting, which is cleverly offset by the informal layout of the kitchen area. Emma felt that “what makes this house a home is the balance between the space that lets everyone do their own thing and the cosy areas around the woodburners.”

To create the dramatic full height effect whilst

“the wonderful quality of light”

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maximising the accommodation Emma raised the roof to its original height and organised the interior so that she could introduce a mezzanine level with a new upper storey for a bedroom and bathroom above the kitchen and dining areas. An elegant dining room helped sympathetically link the two structures, whilst the introduction of a beamed roof, exposed stone walls, and floor to ceiling doors, helped to preserve the character of the barn, whilst introducing the crisp, contemporary feel of the present.

To ensure the building retained its sense of the past, Emma used plenty of local vernacularmaterials, such as Cotswold reclaimed stone that helped retain its historical roots. A less expensive, but just as effective design trick, was her clever use of new wood, which was given a limed effect by colour washing with thinned paint. Used as timber boarding on the kitchen and dining room ceilings, it gave the impression the building had been that way for generations.

Emma uses layering as a practical, functional and effective technique throughout the conversion. The different finishes she introduces such as fabric walls, timber boarding and rendered limestone, all bring a depth of colour, texture, light and character to the overall design. Combined with a play of scale with the full height sitting room, impressive fireplace (designed by John and Emma), and flanking large sofas and beautiful table lamps, the feeling of space and size is energising and enthralling. When combined with the warm, cosy winter sitting room and atmospheric dark hallway, you have an intriguing and engaging space that keeps on surprising.

Her design of the elegant new bedroom and bathroom on the upper storey employs the same technique to beautiful effect. The open rafters create a sense of drama, which is complemented by the modern four-poster bed and large floor to partition-height mirror. The light pours in from the bathroom and surrounding open eaves. Emma’s inspiration for this new addition came from “the wonderful quality of light” that floods the top floor conversion. The freestanding bath, painted in a stylish Moss by Neptune has been

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placed between two bedroom windows so they can enjoy the expansive view while bathing.

The palette throughout the house is soft and restful, whilst feeling fresh and modern. The use of a soft wool plaid fabric for the curtains by British design company, Mulberry Home combined with the cushions by De La Cuona add elegance and warmth. Much of the beautiful interior furniture and accessories, including their stunning Chichester Kitchen and Sheldrake Dining Table are part of the sophisticated Neptune Collection, a stylish lifestyle brand run by husband John Sims-Hilditch.

Emma’s approach throughout the conversion is understated and elegant. The overall effect gives the subtle impression that it has been simply stripped back to the bare essentials. It’s a cleverly restrained use of colour, light and architectural detailing that adds drama and ease, glamour and comfort. Not an easy balance to satisfy so completely, but one Emma has done with great success.

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I n the heart of the Midlands, one kitchencompany has been taking interior ideasand turning them into reality for over a

quarter of a century. Kitchen Gallery createskitchens of distinction, installing stunningSieMatic furniture and designer appliances intosome of the finest homes in the region, acrossthe UK and overseas.

Since it began trading in 1987, KitchenGallery has understood the importance ofquality and craftsmanship at every stage of thedesign process. From initial consultationthrough to installation, customers can expectonly the very finest levels of service andaftercare, while SieMatic represents the veryfinest in contemporary kitchen design.

Kitchen Gallery have been designing andinstalling SieMatic furniture since 1987 insome of the finest addresses in theMidlands, Nationally and Internationally

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SieMatic kitchens are widely regarded asbeing among the very best availableanywhere. That’s why Kitchen Gallery isproud to be an exclusive supplier of thesesuperior products.

There is inspiration galore atkitchengallery.co.uk, but to trulyappreciate the workmanship andundeniable beauty of SieMatic kitchens,nothing compares to experiencing them inthe flesh.

Kitchen Gallery has two award-winningshowrooms in Solihull and Stratford-Upon-Avon, serving to bring kitchen dreamsto life.

Kitchen Gallery257 Birmingham Road, Stratford UponAvon, Warwickshire, CV37 0BFwww.kitchengallery.co.ukTel: 01789 267 001

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The BriefTo create the authentic feel of an old European farmhouse that has been renovated and updated, reclaimed materials are built in, becoming the grounding factor of the home’s design. The age-old flooring, beams, brick and stone become architectural features that truly make this newly constructed home one of yesteryear with plenty of history.

European

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FarmhouseDesigner - Eleanor Cummings Building Design - Robert Dame Designs Builder - Memorial Builders Inc

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The serene blue plaster accentuates the beautiful Oushak Rug in this living room. By applying a customized glaze tothe baseboards and window casings, the trimdisappears.

Oushak Rug from Carol Piper rugs. Fireplace mantel, reclaimed stone and brick from Chateau Domingue.

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FarmhouseDesigner - Eleanor Cummings Building Design - Robert Dame Designs Builder - Memorial Builders Inc

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European The wonderful colors of the dining room generate interest by playing off the fabrics and furnishings. The antique doors, integrating a bit of the room’s terracotta tone, recall the hues of an italian villa the homeowners had visited.

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A gray wash over the bathroom cabinets maintains and softens their rustic appearance.

European The wonderful colors of the dining room generate interest by playing off the fabrics and furnishings. The antique doors, integrating a bit of the room’s terracotta tone, recall the hues of an italian villa the homeowners had visited.

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Serving the West Country since 1969

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R H Windows Ltd is proud to be the longest established Window Door and Joinery manufacturers in the Chew Valley area south of Bristol.

Established in 1969 by Gerald Read and Bernard Harrington hence R H Windows, the firm has continuously served the area since then.

The company is now owned and managed by and run by Alan Nash and Duncan Read. Alan is a time served apprentice with qualification up to ONC Level in Carpentry and Joinery and Duncan having trained as a Window Installer and Fabricator, both Directors have been with the company for over 20 years. RH Windows now boasts a staff of 20 all trained to a high standard. They also have apprentices training in Carpentry / Joinery and wood Machining.

They offer a free quotation service dealing with all concepts from windows and doors up to conservatories, orangeries and lantern roofs. They manufacture all types of joinery from stairs, internal doors, shutters and window boards.

Please contact us by telephone on 01761 452171 or by e-mail, [email protected] for further information or to book an appointment.

R H Windows, Unit 5, Farrington Fields, Trading Estate, Farrington Gurney, Bristol BS39 6UUT. 01761 452171 F. 01761 453342 E. [email protected]

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Abercrombie & Kent,pioneering travel todestinations all over

the world for 50 years

Qualia, Hamilton-Island

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D o you dream of white sands andgentle sea breezes; perhaps anadventurous trek through the Amazon

Rainforest? Whether it’s sun, sea and sandyou’re looking for, or seeking adventure, maybea safari or an adrenalin-filled fortnight,Abercrombie & Kent offers it all. And with 50years of trusted travel expertise, and teams ofA&K staff on the ground in destinations all overthe world, the company delivers seamlesstailor-made travel.

“A&K will be our tour company forevery future journey; we have nodoubt of that. Our experienceoverall has sold us on A&K.”

From a unique tailor-made holiday to a smallgroup experience with like-minded travellers; aprivate villa rental or a mountain trekkingadventure, A&K will deliver stylish service and

Discover new destinations and explore with A&Kan inspiring experience to remember forever.One ofthe world’s leading luxury tour operators,A&K employs knowledgeable and enthusiastictravel consultants who help their clients exploreall seven continents; and what’s more, they’reright here in Cheltenham to help you get yourtrip started!

Not only are A&K’s travel consultants well-informed and helpful, they have first handexperience of the destinations they specialisein. They take time to get to know their clients,to ensure they craft a holiday which perfectlysuits them.

“We were very impressed withA&K on the first trip. We wereeven more impressed with A&Kon the second trip. Consequently,we are already considering athird trip with A&K.”

At A&K the staff listen to what theircustomers want from their holiday, and usingtheir knowledge, insight and long-standingcontacts, they make sure every guestexperiences everything they are hoping for, andmuch more.

“Well done to you and all of theA&K team at every level of thecompany. You have proved youreally understand how to handle‘uber luxury’.”

And it doesn’t end there; once you’ve chosenyour dreamdestination and planned the perfecttrip, A&K will look after you every step of theway. With over 2,500 of its own staff, on theground, in over 26 countries, not only can yourely on the famous A&K safety net, you'll also behosted by a member of the team once you'vereached your chosen destination, somethingelse that differentiates A&K from other travelcompanies who rely on third parties. It alsomeans they can provide you with unbeatableinsider access, opening doors others simplycan't, to ensure you get under the skin of everycountry you visit.

“Thank you to all your marvellouscolleagues in Japan who ‘blew usaway’ with their attention todetail, their friendliness anddazzling courtesy.”

In this day and age, the term 'luxury' ismuch overused, but A&K believes it relates tothe overall travel experience, not just thematerial trappings. They believe luxury travelis about the privilege of discovery, adventure,relaxation and insight enjoyed in a context thatperfectly complements the experience’.

“Everything was excellent. Exceptwhen I had to leave and returnhome. I didn't want to.”

Words: Sarah Speakman

Abercrombie and KentSt Georges House, Ambrose StreetCheltenham, Gloucestershire GL50 3LGwww.abercrombiekent.co.uk/contactusTel: 0845 485 1526

Opening times:9am-6pm Monday to Friday9am-5pm Saturday

Sanctuary Olonana, Kenya

SunBoat IV luxury cruise, Egypt

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Summer is the ideal time to freshen up your home

with a burst of colour - and as the hue of choice

for 2014, blue can be incorporated into a variety of

décor schemes in any room.

From light tones to darker hues, mixing different

shades is big in interiors right now and there are

plenty of colour combinations to choose from at

Leekes. While classic neutrals allow us to create

timeless interior design schemes – combining with

a bolder shade enables the different tones and

textures to liven up your room.

Plus, to get the most out of your new colour

scheme, it’s well worth making the most of our

Interior Design Studio where you’ll enjoy expert

advice on your next decorating venture. If you’re

short on inspiration, they’ll advise you on the latest

trends – but they’re well aware that home décor is

all about the personal touch, and will tailor their

advice to suit you.

Arrange your FREE no-obligation design

consultation today.

True blueinspiration...

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Leekes Melksham, Beanacre Road, Wilts. SN12 8AGTel: 0333 222 4120 | Online leekes.co.uk

Beautiful Kitchens

Blissful Bathrooms

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Multi Room Audio | Lighting Control | Home Cinema | Security Systems | Apple Television | iPad & iPhone Intergration

Based in the heart of the Cotswolds, we provide a range of smart home solutions including multi-room audio & video, home automation, home cinemas, and lighting control systems. We’ll look after the whole process providing design, installation and programming services so that your dream project is delivered on time and to your requirements by our team of experts to the highest of standards.

Working closely with our clients, architects and interior designers we creatively integrate top end audio-visual systems to create the desired ambiance.

From home theatre to digital cinema, board room to conference hall, country manor hotel to nightclub and everything in between our dedicated team at Vivid AV can provide a first class service utilising the latest in high end technology.

Please call for a free, no obligation consultation with one of our friendly team.

T. 01285 721910E. [email protected]

www.vivid.uk.com

Audio Visual Specialists

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SPECIALISTS IN WOOD FLOORING

We originally concentrated on the salvage and restoration of old wood suitable for flooring based from our warehouse in Monmouth however 9 years ago we expanded into the stylish area of Tivoli, Cheltenham. Now the company offers a full range of reclaimed, new and engineered timbers. In addition, we have a full fitting, finishing and restoration service which is second to none. We also stock a complete range of solid Oak internal and external doors, skirtings, architrave, door liners, and an exciting range of door furniture, oils and finishes.

ATC is a privately owned, family run (by the women!) business with years of experience in all types of solid flooring both reclaimed and new.

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With twenty years in the business we still get madly excited when salvaging unusual and sought after woods or when a new floor has been installed and finished – fortunately, our customers do too!

A warm welcome awaits you in either our Monmouth or Cheltenham showrooms where you can get advice, parking and coffee – and all for free!

ATC Traditional Timber Floors and Doors

MONMOUTH SHOP2 Mayhill Ind Estate, Monmouth NP25 3LX. T. 01600 713036

CHELTENHAM SHOP 26 Andover Road, Tivoli, GL50 2TJ, Cheltenham T. 01242 220536

E. [email protected]

www.atcfloorsanddoors.co.uk

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Door hardware specialist Oxford Ironmongery has expanded with the opening of a new shop selling timber doors in Marston.

The new outlet, called Oxford Doors & Security, will display beautiful internal and external timber doors in a realistic setting so that customers can see what their new door will look like in situ. The showroom is the only one of its kind in the area and builds on Oxford Ironmongery’s 33 years of experience in the door hardware market. As well as the aesthetics of the doors themselves, trained, experienced staff will be on hand to advise customers with their security, safety and accessibility requirements.

The showroom displays a full range of glazed, semi-glazed and unglazed doors in contemporary and traditional designs all in natural timber. The full range of stylish door furniture for which Oxford Ironmongery is well-known will also be on show and specialist security products can also be selected to keep homes safe and secure.

Julian Newman, Director of Oxford Ironmongery is convinced that customers will be pleasantly surprised by the doors on display at the new Oxford Doors & Security shop. “The timber door offering has really come on in leaps and bounds over the last few years and these doors are now manufactured to engineering standards. The old contraction and expansion issues are long gone; the modern timber door is made in a technically advanced factory where attention to detail is the absolute norm” he says.

Oxford Doors & Security 53 Westland Drive Marston Oxford OX3 9SQ.

T. 01865 741135 E [email protected] W www.oxforddoors.co.uk

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Field builders is a family run building services business which was originally formed in 1985 by Vince Field after leaving the army where he had served as a combat engineer and qualified as a bricklayer and plant operator.

The company presently has over thirty years of experience having successfully completing many domestic and commercial projects across the south west.

Field Builders Limited have built a reputation upon the quality of their workmanship and pride themselves on being able to offer clients a wide range of services such as domestic extensions, new housing, refurbishments, barn conversions, structural steel frames and watertight basements.

They have the skills and resources to undertake all scales of projects with the upmost efficiency, reliability and professionalism.

Trusted ExperiencedReliable

Serving the Cotswolds and beyond since 1985

Mobile: 07845 032934Office: 01225 703757

Email: [email protected]

www.fieldbuilders.co.uk

FIELD BUILDERS LIMITED

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It’s the finishing touches that leave a lasting impressionAbingdon Furniture Gallery has been established with one philosophy: to provide home interiors that offer cutting edge design with lasting quality.

Our kitchens, bedrooms, bathrooms and interiors areshowcased in a spectacular 10,000 sq ft showroom set overtwo floors, allowing you to gain inspiration and ideas on how to make your home interior simply stunning.

Visit our website or our showroom in Abingdon to find out howto finish your project off in style.

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