Clerkenwell: the home of loft living
Clerkenwell has become so achingly cool that the affluent young entrepreneurs who work in its creative businesses are desperate to live there, too.
The best new homes 2012
Here we showcase this year's winners of our London Evening Standard New Homes Awards - the capital's property Oscars.
Spotlight on Camden Town
The shops and markets clustered around the high street and canal make Camden one of the most colourful of London's neighbourhoods. The area's period homes and loft-style apartments attract a mix of homebuyers.
Spotlight on Tunbridge Wells
It may have temporarily lost its iron-rich spring but Tunbridge Wells has buckets of charm to make up for it.
My design London: Elizabeth Hurley
Elizabeth Hurley reveals her latest design project; discusses friend Damien Hirst's artwork, as well as her favourite restaurants and design shops in London.
Find a rated tradesman
Want to add value to your property, make your house a home, or sell your place fast? With 1,000s of tradesmen nationwide, rated and recommended by previous customers, this is the smart way to find a reputable tradesman.
Buy of the week: high church
This former masonic chapel in Chiswick has been converted into a three-bedroom home (£1.175 million) with a 30-foot open-plan, double-height reception room. The kitchen is a black glossy affair, there’s a study, a cinema room and a decked roof terrace.
Swap of the week: Blackboys, East Sussex
Honeys Green farmhouse is a Grade II-listed pile that sits in a couple of acres and offers versatile living with an annexe and outdoor heated pool. Inside has character galore among four bedrooms and an attic room with pretty views.
Life-changer: South Petherton, Somerset
Willowbrook is a five-bedroom beauty (£1.15 million) with a 52-foot reception room and garages that could become a holiday apartment. Make a B&B business there and your guests could use the indoor pool and gym complex or roam your two-acre garden.
Spotlight on Tunbridge Wells
It may have temporarily lost its iron-rich spring but Tunbridge Wells has buckets of charm to make up for it.-
Buy of the week: high church
This former masonic chapel in Chiswick has been converted into a three-bedroom home (£1.175 million) with a 30-foot open-plan, double-height reception room. The kitchen is a black glossy affair, there’s a study, a cinema room and a decked roof terrace. -
Swap of the week: Blackboys, East Sussex
Honeys Green farmhouse is a Grade II-listed pile that sits in a couple of acres and offers versatile living with an annexe and outdoor heated pool. Inside has character galore among four bedrooms and an attic room with pretty views. -
Life-changer: South Petherton, Somerset
Willowbrook is a five-bedroom beauty (£1.15 million) with a 52-foot reception room and garages that could become a holiday apartment. Make a B&B business there and your guests could use the indoor pool and gym complex or roam your two-acre garden.
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Five things to do in May
The capital's diary is action packed during May, with selling exhibitions showcasing Indian-inspired design, British designer-makers inspired by London's landmarks and the city's street markets get a sophisticated new image.Published May 2012
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Grand Designs Live 2012
Grand Designs Live, the feature-packed home and garden show, returns to ExCeL London with more than 500 exhibitors and a host of imaginative ideas for your home.Published May 2012
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Foodies Festival: Hampton Court
The heady aromas of Michelin-starred chefs preparing their favourite dishes on the Palace Green at Hampton Court will be tempting the capital's foodies this bank holiday weekend.Published April 2012
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From Bauhaus to our house
The Barbican's current exhibition - Bauhaus: Art is Life - is the first major British show on this influential German design movement since the Sixties, and features 400 works of architecture, furniture, painting, film and much more.Published April 2012
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Five things to see in April
This month, the Decorative Antiques and Textiles Fair returns to Battersea Park, Clerkenwell design store Viaduct hosts Food & Chairs Shared, and the giant tea set gracing the Geffrye Museum's front garden announces new show At Home with the World.Published April 2012
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World-beating British design
Britain makes a huge contribution to design worldwide and a major exhibition at the V&A celebrates the nation's creativity.Published March 2012
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Five things to do in March
Learn how to live a greener life at Ecobuild, see how contemporary furniture is created at Input and visit the big shopping beano that is the Ideal Home Show.Published February 2012
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Five things to see in February
February is a great month for ceramics, with three inspiring shows, but you can also get to grips with 3D printing and bone up on British architects.Published February 2012
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OMA at the Barbican
The capital gets the Koolhaas magic with a masterplan for White City, new homes at the Commonwealth Institute and the wow factor for Rothchild's bank.Published January 2012
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Five free things to do in January
2012 heralds the year of the dragon and Trafalgar Square will host the main festivities for Chinese new year. Plus: don't miss the twisted red metal Tatlin's Tower in the Royal Academy's courtyard.Published January 2012
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Alchemy adds extra to the ordinary
A new gallery features artists who turn the humble and unwanted into something precious.Published November 2011
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Five things to see in November
From fantastical chandeliers and the design genius of everyday things to an 80th birthday retrospective with Terence Conran and a bazaar stocked by London's most original designers, here's the lowdown on where to go this month.Published November 2011
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Putting on the Glitz: celebrating Art Deco
The RIBA's fascinating free exhibition celebrates the beauty of Art Deco in architecture and interiors throughout the capital and beyond.Published October 2011
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October events diary
Don't miss the gorgeous exhibitions of modern glass, craft and design art across the capital this month.Published October 2011
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Postmodernism: the -ism with attitude
As the V&A hosts a show, our art expert takes a look at the origins of Postmodernism.Published September 2011
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London Design Festival 2011
The Union Jacks are flying high at this year's London Design Festival as British-based talent leads the world with innovation and flair at more than 280 events.Published September 2011
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London's Open House festival
More than 700 buildings, talks, walks and even boat tours will be happening across London during this year's much-loved architectural festival.Published September 2011
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September events diary
During September, the annual London Design Festival takes over the capital, with more than 250 events showcasing the latest in cutting edge design.Published September 2011
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The Power of Making
The Power of Making, new Crafts Council/V&A show, shows that by using old and new technologies there is very little that humans cannot make.Published September 2011
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An amazing country house sale at Cowdray Park
The Cowdray Park auction has been billed as the most exciting heirlooms sale for a decade. Find out what is on offer.Published August 2011
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Five things to see in August
Take a day out to Hatfield House and see the work of top potters and a Henry Moore exhibition; or Chicheley Hall for a “floral festival”. While in town, an alternative village fete will grace the South Bank and Aram hosts its annual summer show.Published August 2011
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Six things to do in July
This month, the Southbank Centre hosts a Vintage Festival and marketplace, The E17 Designers Market returns to Leytonstone, and Art in Action showcases the work of hundreds of artists.Published July 2011
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Britain's hot new designers
New graduates are putting their creations on show so now is the time to grab a bargain.Published July 2011
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Understanding the making of beautiful things
A new exhibition challenges our perceptions of today's silversmiths, and looks at what lies behind the finished product, not in terms of how something is made, but how the designer or maker finds an idea.Published June 2011
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Taste of London festival 2011
Learn skills and secrets from culinary greats at this year's Taste of London festival, returning for its eighth year to Regent's park.Published June 2011
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Things to do in June
This month you can wander through London's usually secret green spaces, enjoy a summer open-day treat and get ticket offers on two art and antique fairs.Published June 2011
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Midsummer Carnival in Elizabeth Street
Don't miss Belgravia's annual summer street party and shopping evening - with stylish homeware, live music and entertainment.Published May 2011
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Clerkenwell Design Week 2011
Clerkenwell Design Week showcases the very latest in furniture, with more than 50 British designers showing off their latest design innovations.Published May 2011
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Japan and the urban space guide
At Home In Japan: Beyond The Minimal House offers a fascinating peek into contemporary Japanese life. The interiors of 10 houses form part of the exhibition, which is laid out in the style of a "typical" urban home.Published May 2011
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May events diary
There are plenty of art shows and fairs across the capital this month for discerning shoppers looking for special accessories for the home and garden.Published May 2011
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Grand Designs London at Excel
Grand Designs with Kevin McCloud is one of Channel Four’s top TV programmes. Don't miss the seventh edition of its home show at London's Excel - it's bigger and better than ever before, and take advantage of our special ticket offer.Published April 2011
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Five things to see in April
Gorgeous glass or magical mono? Both make this a memorable month.Published April 2011
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One day, houses will clean themselves
Despite all the advances in domestic hygiene, dirt is a fact of life. A new exhibition looks at how dirt has affected — and continues to affect — our daily lives.Published April 2011
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The cult of beauty
Daring paints, pomegranate wallpapers and spectacular Iznik tiles filled homes great and small. The V&A celebrates the Aesthetic Movement.Published March 2011
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Life of furniture from A to Zeev
The gallery on the top floor of the four-storey Aram store on Drury Lane regularly mounts some of the most exciting design shows in the country.Published March 2011
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March events diary
From new spring styles for the home to a sale of star artwork, our March diary is packed with events throughout the capital.Published March 2011
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Dutch design on show
Dutch interior design is being showcased throughout London this month, with selling exhibitions at Selfridges, Flow and Moooi.Published February 2011
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Dazzling glassware fair
The Cambridge Glass Fair is renowned among trade and collectors but is still relatively unknown to the general public. Which is a shame, because prices go from £5 and some of the stock is enchanting.Published February 2011
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February events diary
From Chinatown to craft workshops and Michelin men, February events in London are packed with variety to while away the last weeks of winter.Published February 2011
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January events diary
From antiques, craft and design, to boats and French cheese - beat the post-Christmas blues and January gloom by visiting some of the many events across the capital this month.Published December 2010
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A Christmas Carol at Osterley House
Join in the festive fun at Osterley Park and House with carol singing, craft markets, Santa's grotto and readings from the famous Dickens Christmas classic.Published December 2010
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December events diary
Christmas markets and designer events offering unusual and hand-crafted gifts flood the capital this month so make present shopping fun and enjoy a glass of mulled wine.Published November 2010
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The life of Riley revisited
Her bold geometric forms epitomise the spirit of the 1960s. Head to the National Gallery to catch the retrospective of the iconoclast Bridget, says Corinne Julius.Published November 2010
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November events diary
From big fairs to solo shows, London has a rich spread of art, design and craft this month. And the capital is cranking up for Christmas with shopping events for early birds.Published October 2010
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Haunted historic houses
Five of the best houses in and around London with a spooky history.Published October 2010
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London Restaurant Festival 2010
The city's ultimate gastronomic event returns this year with celebrity chefs catering for sky-high diners on the London Eye and iconic routemaster buses touring the capital's most-celebrated restaurants.Published October 2010
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October events diary
The world-famous Frieze Art Fair is one of the many events for art lovers and serious shoppers around the capital this month, and London's top chefs offer culinary tips at live cooking demonstrations.Published October 2010
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Ahead of their time: London's famous residents
Find out about some of London’s most famous and innovative residents of yesteryear at their historic homes at this special event.Published September 2010
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Design Festival show guide
Plan your route to various shows and events around the capital's "design districts" at this year's London Design Festival.Published September 2010
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The London Design Festival
Our guide to this year's London Design Festival presents hi-tech design for the future as well as the traditional artists who are reinventing their craft.Published September 2010
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September events diary
London is the world’s centre of design and the capital's annual festival has hundreds of events embracing design of every kind.Published August 2010
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August events diary
Galleries and museums offer lots for children in London while major glass, ceramics and quilt fairs are on the agenda out of town.Published July 2010
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July events diary
London heats up in July, with a hot programme of design, art, craft and shopping events in and around the capital.Published July 2010
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New Designers Show 2010
From the quirky to the practical, the New Designers Show at Islington's Business Design Centre continues to inspire.Published July 2010
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Masterpiece London Fair
Masterpiece London is a new fair at the former Chelsea Barracks, combining fine and decorative art with premium collectors' items from around the world.Published June 2010
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Something to grout about
Surface Tiles hosts a tile design Open Day at its flagship store in Battersea on 1 July.Published June 2010
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Take a shine to silver tableware
Contemporary silver is dominated by enthusiastic young studio-based silversmiths with a passion for all things tableware, as part of British Silver Week.Published June 2010
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June events diary
June marks the start of the antiques season with major fairs and events across the capital, as well as the annual Open Squares garden weekend.Published May 2010
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Clerkenwell Design Week 2010
Clerkenwell is celebrating its success as a centre of creativity with a design festival - and big names.Published May 2010
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May events diary
May is a great month to visit modern glass and lighting exhibitions, the Sanderson design show, and the Dulwich Festival.Published April 2010
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Grand Designs Live 2010
Crammed with top design, new technology, and the best ideas for homes, Grand Designs Live opens for nine days at ExCel London. Get two-for-one tickets with our special offer code.Published April 2010
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April events diary
There are all sorts of events happening in and around London during April, from exquisite furniture and crafts exhibitions to top design shows.Published March 2010
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Win tickets to the Walpole exhibition
We have 10 pairs of tickets to give away to the V&A's Horace Walpole and Strawberry Hill exhibition.Published March 2010
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March events diary
Be inspired and get ideas for your home at London Design Week, the new-look Ideal Home Show, and all the shows and fairs that London has to offer this Spring.Published March 2010
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Ron Arad at the Barbican
In this exclusive interview, Ron Arad talks about his new show at the Barbican and his three decades of pioneering furniture design.Published February 2010
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Victoria and Albert: Art & Love exhibition
Don't miss the Victoria and Albert: Art & Love exhibition at Buckingham Palace.Published February 2010
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February events diary
February may be a short month - but it's a busy one, packed with half-term events and art and ceramic fairs.Published February 2010
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The Winter Decorative Antiques and Textiles Fair
This year's Winter Fair at Battersea Park will showcase an impressive collection of antiques and home accessories from around the world.Published January 2010
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January diary
Get stuck into the new year with our programme of the best events and outings, in and around town.Published December 2009
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December diary
The Germans have imported their famous Christmas markets to London this month, but our designers could ensure a cooler yule.Published November 2009
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Christmas events with the National Trust
Many National Trust properties across the country are hosting Santa's grottos this year, as well as festive events and workshops for the whole family.Published November 2009
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The Geffrye Museum's annual Christmas Past exhibition
This annual exhibition illustrates how Christmas has been celebrated since the 1600s and offers a wide range of festive talks and craft workshops.Published November 2009
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London's art of Christmas
For exclusive presents, buy direct from London's artists and craftspeople at their open-studio events.Published November 2009
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Christmas events at Osterley Park
Join in the festivities as Osterley Park opens its grand doors for Christmas feasts, carol singing and craft fairs offering unique and unusual gifts.Published November 2009
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November events
Once the fireworks have fizzed out, the capital moves straight into Christmas, with fun and original gift ideas at festive fairs.Published November 2009
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Maharaja exhibition
The Indian Maharajas were the richest and most flamboyant kings and princes the world has ever seen. Now they are dazzling London.Published October 2009
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October 2009 events diary
Last month London was buzzing with its festival of design, but now it is soaking up art. Events in tents are springing up all around the capital.Published October 2009
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London Design Festival 2009
London is crammed with design events - some 200 in all - this week. Find the best with the H&P hit list.Published September 2009
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London is at the cutting edge
With 200 fabulous events across the capital, the internationally famous design-fest is on now. Don't miss the highlights, plus ticket offers.Published September 2009
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Fired up over pots
You can meet top ceramicists and have a go yourself at the V&A’s glorious porcelain gallery.Published September 2009
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Discover Waddesdon Manor this month
From exceptional art collections to wine tasting events, there is lots happening at Waddesdon Manor throughout September.Published September 2009
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September events diary
The capital is crammed with design and art events throughout September, so start your strategic planning now.Published September 2009
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Marston & Langinger evening
Discover inspiring ways to add light and space to your home at our reader evening with conservatory specialist Marston & Langinger.Published September 2009
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London's South Bank
From al fresco festivals to dramatic large-scale installations, the South Bank has plenty planned to keep Londoners and tourists entertained.Published August 2009
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Champagne picnics at the National Theatre
The National Theatre's exclusive rooftop deck has stunning views of London's skyline, and now it's opening to the public once more in September.Published August 2009
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August diary
School's out for summer - and so too can you be. Just check out our cool calendar of events all over the capital.Published July 2009
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July diary
July is the month of midsummer madness so get out there and join in at London's design and fashion events, or more sober walks and talks.Published July 2009
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Silver: shine of the times
The capital’s sparkling with talent this summer.Published June 2009
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All that glitters: private view
Enjoy a glittering exhibition of Sèvres porcelain with Homes & Property at the Queen’s Gallery, Buckingham Palace, on 1 July.Published June 2009
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June diary
This month is dominated by three scintillating antiques fairs - and we have two-for-one ticket offers. Plus: Garden Squares Weekend and more.Published May 2009
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RCA Fine Arts graduate show
From historic gilding techniques to ceramic toilet bowls, this year’s graduates of the Royal College of Art show some truly astonishing creative flair.Published May 2009
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An evening with Surface and top interiors experts
Enjoy champagne and canapés while getting free design advice from experts in the use of tiles, mosaic and stone.Published May 2009
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Collect: objects of desire
Collect is the Craft Council's selling exhibition, showcasing the best international craft from around the world.Published May 2009
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'House & Garden' sale
Visit Christie’s South Kensington later this month, and you’ll find the auction house has burst into bloom.Published May 2009
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May diary
May is the month for exquisite crafts and gorgeous summer shows in London and nearby.Published May 2009
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Guided walks and bluebells
Spring events at the National Trust.Published April 2009
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April events diary
Don't miss the Decorative Antiques & Textiles Fair, the Chelsea Art Fair and many others... let London's events put a spring in your step.Published April 2009
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Spring events diary
From antiques fairs to the Ideal Home Show, sample the joys of spring in London.Published March 2009
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Join our H&P/RIBA debate
Our big spring debate with the RIBA’s think-tank Building Futures looks at whether regeneration has worked: are our cities “models in urban living”?Published March 2009
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Come on, get happy
London Design Week shows how to beat recession gloom by falling in love with being at home.Published March 2009
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London events diary
From Palladio to Ceramic Art London, explore art and architecture exhibitions across London this month.Published February 2009
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Digital Explorers
Don't miss the celebratory opening show at London's fantastic new £4.5 million Creative Industries centre.Published February 2009
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A royal summer
The gardens at Buckingham Palace will be opened to the public this year for the first time.Published January 2009
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Exclusive shopping evening
The General Trading Company is holding an exclusive shopping evening with Homes & Property at its Chelsea homeware store on 3 December.Published November 2008
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Design tips from the experts
Join us at Design Centre Chelsea Harbour for our exclusive Homes & Property one-day masterclass in interior design on Thursday 27 November.Published November 2008
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Her Majesty requests
Enjoy a private view at Buckingham Palace of one of the most spectacular and beautiful exhibitions of the year - Bruegel to Rubens: masters of Flemish Painting. Our exclusive Homes & Property evening is on 3 December.Published November 2008
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November diary
Get into the seasonal swing with Christmas fairs across London this month.Published November 2008
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Interactive art gallery at St Pancras
The treasures of the National Gallery have become a novel form of constantly-changing "interactive" wall decoration at St Pancras International station.Published October 2008
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A walk in the great park
The rich diversity of trees and shrubs in The Royal Landscape, in Windsor Great Park, will create magnificent displays of colour for visitors to enjoy this autumn.Published October 2008
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Exclusive shopping event
Designers Guild and Homes & Property invite you to a special evening of Christmas shopping on 20 November.Published October 2008
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An exclusive evening with a top designer
Join our exclusive evening with top designer Sue Timney on 13 November at the Design Centre Chelsea Harbour.Published October 2008
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Curves in all the right places
The Origin show at Somerset House, from 7 to 19 October, gives everyone the chance to enjoy crafts by creative stars at affordable prices.Published October 2008
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Fair deals
With banks in turmoil, turn to art and enjoy your investment. Visit the world's best modern art fairs, all in London.Published October 2008
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Handle with care
Whether you prefer the action of the auction or relaxed fairs, a fine choice of antiques events is coming up.Published September 2008
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From Russia with love
Fierce competition between designers on both sides of the Iron Curtain became fertile ground for ideas. A new exhibition at the V&A showcases the iconic designs.Published September 2008
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Nose around for good ideas
This weekend, go on a glorious snoop during Open House, as hundreds of buildings not usually accessible to the public throw open their doors.Published September 2008
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Britishness set off to a ‘T’
Proper tea-making is making a comeback, providing a perfect excuse to use beautiful tea things. A new exhibition demonstrates just how imaginative the tea table can be.Published September 2008
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Designer London
The design world flocks to London this month for the big shows. There will be a staggering 250-plus events, many of them free.Published September 2008
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Architects return to classic form
Ahead of the celebration of Italian architect Andreas Palladio’s 500th anniversary, architects who work today in the same tradition go on show.Published September 2008
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Our super-saver city
The August bank holiday weekend sees an abundance of fabulous free events, exhibitions and fun for the family.Published August 2008
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The first minimalist
H&P has teamed up with the Royal Academy to host a special reader evening and private viewing of 'The Poetry of Silence' on 27 August.Published June 2008
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Ladies who take tea
Taking tea in the 18th century was a refined business of elegance and display. A new exhibition at The Wallace Collection features the greatest painters of the time.Published June 2008
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The lure of the East
A new exhibition of 19th century British Orientalist paintings opens at Tate Britain.Published June 2008
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June: a fruitful month
This month offers carnival Cuban-style, open squares and gardens and the chance to buy an original Gavin Turk.Published May 2008
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Grand designs for free
This weekend home-owners and budding grand designers will be able to consult architects and property experts for free, as part of the Des Res Week at New London Architecture in Bloomsbury.Published May 2008
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West-East sale
Art dealer Niall Hobhouse’s rich collection of beautiful Western and oriental treasures goes under the hammer this month.Published May 2008
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Style on the wing: May diary
The capital pulls out all its arty stops for a month-long fest of design, art and crafts events.Published May 2008
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May day, May day...
… we bring you news of delightful vintage design, flamboyant flowers, stately homes, and woodland wanders for the bank holiday weekend.Published May 2008
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Bid online
The first country-house contents sale of the year, a sure sign that summer is on its way, takes place in Edinburgh this week.Published May 2008
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The pound in your pocket
Could you control the economy? Give it a try at a new free exhibition: The Pound in your Pocket, at the Bank of England Museum in the City.Published April 2008
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Wednesdays at Clifton Nurseries
Clifton Wednesdays is a delightful summer programme of after-hours activities at Clifton Nurseries in Maida Vale.Published April 2008
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© John GloverPatterns at Parham
Enjoy a perfect day out in the West Sussex countryside this weekend and pick up some designer textiles at the same timePublished April 2008
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Fashion and architecture
Somerset House has launched its new contemporary exhibition space with an exciting show: Skin + Bones.Published April 2008
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Art Glass Fair in Dulwich
The vivid hues of 20th century glass are the perfect way to introduce colour into the home. The best dealers are at the fantastic Art Glass Fair in Dulwich on Sunday 27 April.Published April 2008
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Traditional textiles sale
A vivid selection of traditional textiles from across the globe comes up for sale in Newbury, Berkshire, on 22 April.Published April 2008
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April diary
Now that the clocks have gone forward, Londoners can relish the longer days of spring. Celebrate St George's Day at a huge food market in Trafalgar Square, enjoy free guided walks around London's parks, talks by top architects, a floral extravaganza in Covent Garden's Piazza, and a series of collectors' fairs.Published March 2008
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Easter fun in London
Visiting a stately home this Easter makes a great day out, with egg hunts for extra family fun. Children can hunt for Easter goodies around Kenwood's magnificent parkland or go on egg trails at Eltham Palace, Osterley Park and House, Ham House and many more of these glorious, grand estates.Published March 2008
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Big build-up
Learn to love our heritage and enjoy a glass of wine before talks from the foremost experts. Our illustrated talks, with the Prince's Foundation, are every Wednesday until 28 May.Published March 2008
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Beijing bling
What is Chinese design? China Design Now, at the V&A, gives a glimpse of what that country has to offer Western consumers today and in years to come.Published March 2008
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Exotic London Design Week
Prepare your senses for a riot of colour as one of London’s top interiors shows goes tropical.Published March 2008
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March diary
The days are lengthening and it's time to get out and about. Happily, March is jam-packed with design, art, fairs and festivals, including London Design Week and the 100th Ideal Home Exhibition.Published February 2008
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Best of British auction
Exquisite British design from the 19th and 20th centuries, the private collection of an antiques dealer to the stars, goes on sale at a selling exhibition and auction at Sotheby's on 14 March.Published February 2008
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Arts and Crafts sale
Arts and Crafts pottery aficionados will be flocking to Bonhams when the private collection of celebrated exhibition curator and Kensington Church Street store-owner Richard Dennis comes up for auction.Published February 2008
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Clothall House sale
Built in the 1720s as a rectory to St Mary’s Church, this gorgeous old Grade II listed building, near Baldock in Hertfordshire, is giving up its treasures to bidders at Bonhams on 26 February.Published February 2008
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Lasting treasures
Who will be the names that are remembered among today's furniture craftsmen? Get a good idea at Antiques for the Future, a selling exhibition of contemporary furniture from 12 leading British designer-makers, open now until 27 February.Published February 2008
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Half-term diary
Half-term is here, so plan some fun for all the family - with craft and design thrown in.Published February 2008
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February auctions
Gothic Strawberry Hill is having a sale of gems to make way for a £5 million restoration. Plus: a charity auction with creations from some of the best-known names in the ceramics world; an innovative art and design fair at Olympia; and Antiques for the Future III.Published February 2008
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Vintage fashion sale
Fans of vintage fashion are in for a treat when the entire stock of one of Portobello’s most colourful stallholders, Mary Brown, comes up for sale.Published February 2008
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February diary
London in February may still be grey, but this month still has a lot to offer. There's colourful Chinese New Year celebrations early on, and then mid-month the romance of Valentine's Day. And three major art fairs should keep collectors happy.Published February 2008
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New service for furnishings
New antiques website 1stdibs promises to take the legwork out of the search for fabulous vintage furnishings for Londoners.Read more
Published January 2008
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January diary
January in London is by no means drab. This is the time to catch up on all those outings pushed aside in the frantic pre-Christmas rush. Around town, art and craft are high on the agenda with several high-profile events. Collectors will have a field day.Published January 2008
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Bodley's beauties
The 100th anniversary of Gothic architect George Frederick Bodley’s death is being celebrated with an exhibition at the V&A. Bodley aficionados can also fill their homes with his sumptuous fabrics and wallpapers.Published December 2007
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