With only a handful of homes remaining at Laurus Homes’ sought-after Saxon Fields development, now is the perfect time for Northwest house hunters to secure their dream property in the charming village of Euxton. Blending the best of rural tranquillity and urban convenience, this flourishing community offers an enviable lifestyle. Positioned between some of Lancashire’s most stunning countryside and essential amenities, Saxon Fields is the ideal place to put down roots. Among the standout options at Saxon Fields are the highly popular Fitzroy and Grosvenor house types, three-bedroom homes designed with first-time buyers, downsizers, and modern families in mind. The Fitzroy is a beautifully crafted three-bedroom home that…
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As part of this year’s Workspace Design Show (26 – 27 February 2025) there will once again be a wealth of sensory-rich installations, sustainable concepts, and cutting-edge collaborations with leading architecture and design practices. Features include: ID:SR, will create an inviting and immersive arrival experience at the Workplace Design Show in the Entrance Feature. The Design Talks Area, sponsored by furniture consultancy Umbrella, once again, will be proudly delivered in partnership with global design practice Gensler. M Moser Associates will be responsible for designing the Visitors Lounge. The ‘Reclaimed’ concept will reconstruct surplus materials into a sensory environment, providing a…
Niamh is the most commonly misspelt name with just over four thousand monthly searches for how to spell the name Aaron is the most misspelt boys name on the list, amassing 2,670 monthly searches for the correct spelling Many royal names also rank highly for being commonly misspelt, including George, Charlotte, Margaret and Diana New research has revealed the most commonly misspelt names by Brits with Niamh and Aaron topping the lists. The study conducted by QR Code Generator, analysed Google search data to establish which names had the highest monthly searches for their correct spelling. Niamh took the top spot…
Exceptional Notting Hill properties near Ottolenghi listed with United Kingdom Sotheby’s International Realty, reflecting the increasing trend of buyers attracted to a healthy lifestyle Nick Crayson, Director – Sales (Consultant) at United Kingdom Sotheby’s International Realty, comments: “Yotam Ottolenghi’s food is aligned with the healthy lifestyle that is now associated with Notting Hill. The smorgasbord of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dishes in Ottolenghi is part of a historical trend and joins luminaries such as Osteria Basilico, Mediterraneo and Gold, which serve the same type of fare. Notting Hill also has heavyweights such as Brett Graham at The Ledbury and Clare Smyth at…
Easton is the fluffy, real life star of a charming series of children’s books destined to become kids classics. A rescue dog who was born in Pennsylvania and adopted by elementary school teacher Elizabeth Retter and her family in Toronto, Canada; Easton inspired Retter to become an author. Her background in theatre and voice add to the imagination and melodic tone found in her stories. In her more than two decades as an educator, she developed a love for children’s books of all styles – and a passion for inspiring children’s literacy. “I believe that it is so important for…
FITZ’S BRASSERIE UNVEILS EXCLUSIVE BURNS NIGHT SUPPER CLUB WITH BLADNOCH DISTILLERY Guests can celebrate Scotland’s national poet with an evening of whisky pairings in collaboration with the country’s 207-year-old single malt distillery A four-course menu boasts Loch Fyne salmon, traditional haggis, neeps among other traditional Scotch dishes Available exclusively on January 23rd at 7pm at Fitz’s Brasserie This Burns Night, celebrate the life and legacy of Scotland’s beloved poet Robert Burns at Fitz’s Brasserie, London, as it partners with the historic Bladnoch Distillery for an exclusive Supper Club. Taking place on Thursday, 23rd January at 7 PM, the evening promises an unforgettable…
TV shows play an important role in creating and cementing stereotypes – but they can also be used to challenge them, researchers at NEOMA Business School find. Research lecturer Maria Carolina Zanette and PhD student Sophie Raynaud published a study examining how the character of Phoebe Buffay from the hit TV sitcom Friends influenced stereotypes of vegetarians and environmentally conscious consumers. “Phoebe, who embodies ecological militancy, becomes a stereotyped figure through her repeated actions, such as her devotion to animals. These recurring actions help construct stereotypes around this type of character,” says Raynaud. The study outlines three ways in which the character’s…
SUDU, the sportswear brand dedicated to Fair Play and embodying the ethos Respecting the Resilient, has teamed up with Fiit, the UK’s #1 fitness app trusted by the Premier League, Men’s Health, TechRadar and more, to celebrate a synergy driven by hard work and constant pursuit of a better self. Starting in January 2025, SUDU customers will gain exclusive access to eight SUDU workout classes on the Fiit platform, including running, conditioning, HIIT, strength and mobility sessions. These classes are designed to be part of a comprehensive fitness programme for all fitness levels and will be available to SUDU customers at…
Introducing Spark & Bell Brighton-based studio, Spark & Bell, is pioneering a new era of sustainable lighting, combining community focused craftsmanship with quality and responsible materials in its contemporary design pieces. Established in Brighton in 2015, Spark & Bell is a custom handmade lighting business committed to bringing high-quality, bespoke lighting directly to consumers and interior designers. Founded by Emer Gillespie, a former fine arts photographer and lecturer, the company was started out of personal desire for original lighting options and a simple yet ambitious vision: to combine exceptional local craftsmanship and ethical practices into a sustainable family-run business. Emer…
The latest membership numbers released by the Booksellers Association (BA) revealed that the number of independent bookshops has declined slightly in 2024 from 1063 to 1052, continuing 2023’s downward trend. However, independent bookshops continue to outperform the wider retail sector which, according to recent data from the Centre of Retail Research, saw about 37 shop closures per day in 2024. The Booksellers Association (BA) welcomes the healthy number of 45 independent bookshops opening in 2024 (compared to 51 in 2023) as a continued vote of confidence in bookselling but signals that any decline of overall independent bookshop members is a reminder…