We recently spoke with local Interior Designer Sacha Kemp-Potter to explore how to light your home, the process of lighting your home, what techniques to use and what is important to consider when designing your lighting layout. Top tips on how to light your home: 1. Lighting is practical but also atmospheric In multifunctional homes, […]
AUTUMN 2022 ISSUE 4 The autumn has brought with it a great deal of change, the repercussions of which have been felt across the country. This week alone has seen yet further changes to interest rates and notable changes to taxation. In our West London Property News Autumn 2022 report, we consider the impact of […]
Homeowners thinking about moving but unsure of exactly when to begin the process, often ask us; ‘When is the best time sell my house?’ With external factors leaving many wondering if they should sell in the coming months or wait for a later date to achieve a greater result, it’s useful to explore market trends […]
The bank holiday weekend is often a time when friends and family come together and if the weather is good, there will be a BBQ which might lead to you searching for the top West London butchers. In this blog, we highlight several of the excellent places in Chiswick, Hammersmith, and Shepherd’s Bush where you will find choice cuts of […]
The school holidays have begun over recent weeks, whilst some will have chosen to head out of the city and even overseas, many of us will be here for most of this break and will likely be seeking activities and summer days out in West London for all the family to enjoy. Recently we rounded up some […]
Local residents have a number of options when it comes to green spaces and parks in West London; we’re fortunate to live in one of the leafiest parts of London. Together with the parks found in Chiswick, Hammersmith, Shepherd’s Bush, and the immediate neighbouring areas of ‘our patch’, those who live in West London also enjoy […]
Have you considered living in Grove Park? This leafy part of south Chiswick is one of the most sought-after areas in W4 and for good reason. The large homes with generous gardens, top schools, independent shops and eateries, access to the river and of course, having Chiswick House and Gardens on the doorstep, all make […]
We recently asked local Interior Designer Sacha Kemp-Potter to explore the process of designing a garden office to ensure it is fit for purpose, meets any required planning permissions, suits its surroundings and is to the homeowner’s tastes. With many now working remotely or with hybrid roles that mean they work from home for at […]
SUMMER 2022 ISSUE 3 As we reach the year’s halfway mark, the West London property market is entering a period of transition and adjustment. Both sales and lettings continue to be incredibly active; in sales, the ‘off market’ market is still buoyant with multiple homes being sold this way in recent weeks and in lettings […]
A Passive House is a home built to incredibly high energy efficient standards, designed to consume up to 90% less heating and cooling energy than conventional buildings. When it comes to energy efficient construction the Passive House is the world-leading standard, the mecca of all energy and sustainability consultants. That isn’t to say a Passive […]
The Artists at Home 2022 open studio event takes place this weekend, one of the most wonderful local events to take place each year and a real celebration of West London creatives, an event Horton and Garton are extremely proud to sponsor. Run by volunteers, Artists at Home began 40 years ago with just a […]
If you’re planning to spend part or all of the coming summer months in West London and specifically in or around W4, you’ll be keen to know what’s on in Chiswick in June, July and August 2022. Here we highlight some of the upcoming events to be held in W4 from markets to festivals, outdoor […]
