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Heater Heaven
The Ecosmart Glow portable fireplace is fuelled by bioethanol and is a modern take on a traditional tealight. It offers 12 hours of burning time and can be placed almost anywhere. Ideal for illuminating an outdoor event or enhancing a room’s ambiente, with no restrictive cables or gas connections. Available…
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HOME & LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE MAY/JUNE 2017 ONLINE EDITION
Read the May/June 2017 edition of Home & Lifestyle Magazine online here! Here is the May/June 2017 edition of Home & Lifestyle Magazine! Just click on the front cover to view it online! Home & Lifestyle Magazine is an English publication based in Marbella, Spain. It is distributed free of charge across the…
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Outdoor Lounging
As we are now coming into the summer months, outdoor furniture is a major focus for those of us living in southern Europe and spending so much of our time enjoying life outside – whether it is socializing with friends and family or simply relaxing on our own enjoying the…
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FOREIGNER & CRAZY 80S CONCERT COMPETITION
WIN TWO GOLD TICKETS TO THE FOREIGNER OR CRAZY EIGHTIES CONCERT! This year, Home & Lifestyle Magazine have joined up with Crazy Music Productions who are holding four concerts over the summer at the Hotel Puente Romano Beach Resort & Spa. In 2016, this dynamic production team brought us internationally-acclaimed…
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HOME & LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE MARCH APRIL 2017 ONLINE EDITION
Read the March/April 2017 edition of Home & Lifestyle Magazine online here! Here is the March/April2017 edition of Home & Lifestyle Magazine! Just click on the front cover to view it online! Home & Lifestyle Magazine is an English publication based in Marbella, Spain. It is distributed free of charge across the…
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Once in a Generation RETROSPECTIVE OF DAVID HOCKNEY
An unprecedented overview of the work of David Hockney will remain on show at Tate Britain until 29 May. Inaugurated in February, and sponsored by the Blavatnik Family Foundation with additional support from the David Hockney Exhibition Sup-porters Circle, the retrospective brings together six decades of the artist’s work for…
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WHAT IS HAPPENING WITH Respiratory Health in Spain?
By Rachel Garrod As you may know I have a special interest in the physiotherapy management of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). This long-term condition is generally caused by cigarette smoking but can also have genetic factors. COPD leads to impairment in lung function with patients suffering breathlessness on exertion,…
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Cancer detection … And Mediterranean diet
Medical Minutes by John Schieszer BREATH TEST COULD DETECT CANCER A new study is suggesting that a breath test might help detect stomach cancer in a much earlier and more treatable state. A test that measures the levels of five chemicals in the breath has shown promising results for the…
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PROTOS FIRST A BENCHMARK OF RIBERA DEL DUERO WINES
By AJ Linn It is interesting to compare the world’s most valuable brands, as rated by international agencies, with our preconceptions of what we think they should be. Although names like Google (Nº 1), Coca Cola and Apple are undoubted leaders across the commercial board, Microsoft, IBM, Amazon, Toyota, Samsung…
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Authentic Thai Cuisine in a paradisiacal setting
Food photography by Gary Edwards (www.vpcreative.co.uk) Top Thai Beach is a beachside extension to the popular and highly respected Top Thai restaurant in the busy Centro Plaza commercial centre in Nueva Andalucía. Situated in the luxurious Laguna Village commercial centre, Top Thai Beach offers indoor and al fresco dining on…
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American Dining in A Fun Ambience JACKS SMOKEHOUSE PUERTO BANÚS
Restaurant photos by Gary Edwards (www.vpcreative.co.uk) Situated on the frontline of the Puerto Banús marina, Jacks Smokehouse (previously named Jacks American Brasserie) has reopened its doors with a new name and a great updated look. Even though the menu is more or less the same as before with dishes that…
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Glamour and Sophistication from Paris to Marbella
Photo Shoot at Hotel Los Monteros, Marbella Home & Lifestyle Magazine continued its fashion collaboration with modelling agency Scouting Division in February, with a photo shoot featuring ultra-chic styles in Marbella. After previous shows at The Peninsula Paris Luxury Hotel and Double- Tree by Hilton Resort & Spa Reserva del…
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A Future Vision OF ROLLS-ROYCE
When creating the Rolls-Royce Vision Next 100 project, the famous motoring brand’s design team asked themselves a question. “How can we re-cast luxury for the next 100 years?” That initial question led to two others. “What will a Rolls-Royce owner expect of his or her Rolls-Royce in the coming decades?”…
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DESIGN SHOWCASE
LATEST TRENDS AND CREATIVE INITIATIVES IN PARIS Exhibitors, industry professionals and other visitors keen to stay abreast of latest trends in home décor and design were able to enjoy an upgraded trade experience at the Maison&Objet Paris show in January. As part of their objective to “broaden the fair’s professional…
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DESIGNING GOLF AREAS FOR YOUR HOME
DESIGNING GOLF AREAS FOR YOUR HOME INTERVIEW WITH LOUIE BREHM FROM THE GOLF COMPANY What services do The Golf Company offer and how is your team made up? The Golf Company is a full service golf construction company that focuses its attention equally on two distinct sectors: the residential sector…
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MAJESTIC VILLA IN A STUNNING SETTING
MAJESTIC VILLA IN A STUNNING SETTING Located in one of the Costa del Sol’s most exclusive areas, not far from the luxurious Finca Cortesín hotel and golf resort, the villa featured here offers views of the Mediterranean Sea, Gibraltar and northern African coast that effectively become a visual extension of…
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ELEGANT EXCLUSIVITY
ELEGANT EXCLUSIVITY ADDING A HOMELY TOUCH INTERVIEW WITH CATHELIJNE DE VILDER FROM SIESTA INTERIOR DESIGN Tell us about your showroom in Centro Plaza… It is a reflection of our own style – of our journeys. We offer small quantities, exclusivity and unique pieces. A touch of elegance to suit our…
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BRAND NEW PROJECT IN MIRADOR DEL PARAISO
BANUS GROUP BRAND NEW PROJECT IN MIRADOR DEL PARAISO The new Mirador del Paraiso project is an exclusive residential complex situated in the Benahavís area, a short drive from Puerto Banús and close to such popular golf courses as Atalaya, El Paraíso, Capanes and Marbella Country Club.At a price of…
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BUILDING DREAMS
BUILDING DREAMS WITH A LONGSTANDING COMMITMENT TO QUALITY The three key cornerstones of Casas & Reformas’ identity highlight why the company has enjoyed such success in recent years. They are, quite simply (but importantly), quality, commitment and customer service. Casas & Reformas has been completing projects in Spain for more…
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LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL
LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL By John Graham We are coming to the end of the first quarter of 2017, which is a good time to take a look at the state of the property market on the Costa del Sol. To establish how the market is doing we need…
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Professional Trends
BUYING PROPERTY TO RENOVATE IN MARBELLA IN A MARKET STRONGER THAN EVER By Mike Pearson It’s been a long wait but finally the property market is slowly but surely moving forward in a positive way. Motion creates emotion, as they say, and there is a feeling that Marbella – together…
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NATURE & LIFE
NATURE & LIFE CREATING AN ECO-FRIENDLY GARDEN An eco-friendly garden is all about designing with nature and the environment in mind. Learn how to create a functional garden that uses native plants, conserves water and energy, minimises or eliminates the use of chemical fertilisers, pesticides and herbicides, recycles green garden…
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BATHROOM BLISS
BATHROOM BLISS Slick BATHROOMS Top, The Square Infinity range by Villeroy & Boch is innovative and made-tomeasure, and can be adapted to any area in many attractive matte colours. Villeroy & Boch is available from Puya in Pol. Ind. La Ermita in Marbella (www.puya.es). Above, The Making range by Fiora…
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WOW FACTOR WALLS
WOW FACTOR WALLS Statement WALLPAPER Top, The Ancetre wallpaper range designed by Giovanni Pesce for Wall & Deco is a real showstopper. Available from UDesign in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.udesign.es). Above The All‘ombra design within the exciting new Talamone range for Élitis features large prints and vibrant colours, perfect for…
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SITTING COMFORTABLY
SITTING COMFORTABLY NEAT SEATING Cattelan Italia’s Casanova chaise longue swivels and is adjustable. It has a stainless steel or black embossed lacquered base and a wooden frame upholstered and covered in a synthetic leather, soft leather or pony skin leather. Cattelan Italia is available from The White House in Urb.…
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DINING IN
DINING IN DINING AT HOME With Style Kenneth Cobonpue’s Parchment dining table displays fine layers of wood that look similar to the pages of an archaic manuscript. Through a natural warping process, the dramatic, sculptural top rests upon a steel base. The Parchment chair comes in a variety of different…
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EXCITING LIGHTING
EXCITING LIGHTING LIGHT DELIGHT LIGHTING IS ESSENTIAL TO SETTING AN AMBIENCE FOR A ROOM OR OUTDOOR LIVING SPACE, SO IT IS IMPORTANT TO CHOOSE CAREFULLY. ALONG THE COAST WE ARE FORTUNATE TO HAVE SO MANY RETAILERS WHO SELL CREATIVE LIGHTING WHICH GIVES YOUR HOME THE REAL WOW-FACTOR. HERE ARE JUST…
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FABULOUS FABRICS
FABULOUS FABRICS FANCIFUL FABRICS RE-UPHOLSTERING A TIRED SOFA OR CHAIR CAN COMPLETELY TRANSFORM THE ROOM. TURN YOUR FAVOURITE OLD PIECE OF FURNITURE INTO A STATEMENT PIECE BY INVESTING IN SOME GORGEOUS, LUXURIOUS FABRIC AND SEE THE DIFFERENCE… The exclusive Opus Uno collection from JAB Anstoetz’s premium line Grandezza is a…
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BEDROOM BLISS
BEDROOM BLISS Make your bedroom your paradise. After all… at the end of a busy day it is where you relax and recharge your batteries for the following day. Invest in making your room an idyllic space where you can find peace and tranquillity at night so that your days…
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Divine WINDOWS
Divine WINDOWS Top, This residential property in Hombourg (Belgium) was installed with Hi- Finity large-scale windows, to maximise on the natural light from outside as well as the natural beauty that surrounds the home. Despite the immense size of the windows, they slide seamlessly with the innovative Hi-Finity technology. The…
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EXQUISITE RUGS
INTERVIEW WITH JEFF M.L. MEURS FROM MARBELLA CARPETS FOR A WARMER FEEL How long have you been in the carpet industry? I have been in the industry for 40 years. Back in my native country of Belgium I started as a salesman at the famous Grutman company, with seven…
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FANTASTIC FLOORS
FANTASTIC FLOORS TAKE TO THE FLOOR Flooring is often an oversight when trying to enhance the look and feel of a room but it plays an extremely important role. Apart from aesthetic beauty, the ideal flooring depends on the type of room and how much traffic the floor needs to…
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TASTEFUL TABLEWARE
TASTEFUL TABLEWARE ARE YOU BEING SERVED? Above, Villeroy & Boch’s Ultimate BBQ Steak Plate is ideal for hosting a party as you can hold it easily in one hand while placing different components of the meal such as meat, vegetables and sauce into the separate moulds. Villeroy & Boch is…
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VASE VISION
VASE VISION NOW SPRING HAS SPRUNG, LET’S EMBRACE THE SEASON WITH FRESH FLOWERS IN THE HOME. TAKE A LOOK AT THESE BEAUTIFUL VASES FOR SOME INSPIRATION… Above, these elegant ceramic formations by Guaxs look stunning used as vases or candleholders. The matte white finish and irregular edges give the collection an…
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CREATING TASTEFUL GARDENS AND POOLS
CREATING TASTEFUL GARDENS AND POOLS WITH SPRING ONLY WEEKS AWAY AS HOME & LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE WENT TO PRESS, HOMEOWNERS ON THE COSTA DEL SOL WERE TURNING THEIR THOUGHTS TO THE POOL AND GARDEN AND CONSIDERING UPGRADES AND MODERNISATION. Pool and garden design and construction are major projects and owners naturally…
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ADDING WARMTH AND AMBIENCE TO YOUR HOME
ADDING WARMTH AND AMBIENCE TO YOUR HOME INTERVIEW WITH GREGORY BYNERT FROM UNIQUE FIRES This year Unique Fires are celebrating their 10th anniversary, an excellent reason for Home & Lifestyle Magazine to meet up with owner Gregory Bynert to find out more about the secret to their decade-long success… Why…
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FABULOUS FLAMES
FABULOUS FLAMES Above The OFYR is a stylish and innovative fireplace that is also ideal for barbecues. The elegant design is perfect for bringing together guests and is a real conversation piece. The cone-shaped fire bowl radiates heat onto a wide, flat edge that acts as an efficient cooking surface.…
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KEEPING COOL
KEEPING COOL INTERVIEW WITH DIDIER DEWYN FROM ACOOLA INNOVATIVE SHADE AS AN ART FORM What are the various products Acoola (formerly TipTopShade) has to offer? Acoola positions itself as a shade solutions provider, rather than as a vendor of mere products. Indeed, most of our clients do not contact us…
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SHADE INNOVATION
SHADE INNOVATION Shade sails are a chic, versatile and cost-effective way to offer shade in your garden, patio or driveway. The sails are cut and made-to-measure to perfectly fit the area in which they are needed, offering not only respite from the harsh sun but also an elegant feature for…
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PERGOLA PERFECTION
PERGOLA PERFECTION Pergolas have fully customisable aluminium frames that allow you to create additional covered living Space outdoors. The adjustable louvers (roof panels) give you the control and opportunity of opening up to the sun as and when you want to. You can integrate glass or fabric into the side…
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DIVINE DINING
DIVINE DINING Manutti’s Fuse collection comprises stylish custom-made furniture pieces. The Fuse dining table (shown here) comes in an array of neutral colours and combines perfectly with Manutti’s Cross dining chairs, which are built with a powder-coated aluminium frame and offer particularly comfortable seating. Available from The White House in…
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Chic Outdoor Living
Chic Outdoor Living Springtime is the perfect season to start investing in outdoor furniture so that you are well prepared for summer. In Marbella we are lucky to be able to enjoy the sunshine all year round, making it is especially important to choose well. Not only does your furniture…
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BRAND NEW PROJECT IN EL MIRADOR DEL PARAISO
BANUS GROUP Exclusive Property For Sale in Marbella The new Mirador del Paraiso project is an exclusive residential complex situated in the Benahavís area, a short drive from Puerto Banús and close to such popular golf courses as Atalaya, El Paraíso, Capanes and Marbella Country Club. …
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New Children’s Academy Concept in Milan
The Golf Company The Golf Company will be building and installing the next Philippe Allain’s Stadium academy in the Barlassina Country Club in Milano. Philippe Allain started collaborating with The Golf Company when he established his first academy in El Campanario Golf & Country House on the Costa del Sol.…
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Barbecue Innovation
OFYR is designed to offer a new and exciting way to cook and grill outside. The cone-shaped fire bowl features a wide, flat rim that also acts as a very efficient cooking surface. Heat emanates evenly from the centre allowing you to cook literally anything at different temperatures on one single…
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Evolutionary Motorcycle Merges Art with Machine
To say that the EVE MK II by Bandit9 is unconventional would be to understate its stunningly revolutionary design. Created exclusively for M.A.D. Gallery it is – with almost justifiable hyperbole – described as “taking the joy of riding a motorcycle to a level beyond imagination”. This custom creation is…
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The Fine Art of Creating Luxury Properties
Interview with Ivan Georgiev and Yuri Bulican, Banus Group When was the Banus Group established and what is the concept behind the company? Banus Group was established in 2011 and since then has continued to grow and start new projects. Our main concept is to have a creative and…
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A Global Styling Concept in Southern Spain
Interview with Carlos Lamas (Architect) How would you describe your architectural style? I don’t have “one architectural style” because my vision and concepts change from time to time. These changes are partly in response to new clients’ demands but mainly as a result of my personal research around the world…
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Helping to Save the Planet in 2017
First let me congratulate you on surviving another year. Happy New Year everyone! I hope this one will be an excellent one for you, and let us all try to do more to save this lovely world we live in. Recycled and eco-friendly products are everywhere; wood especially is a…
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Funky Hotel Epitomises Fusion of Old and New Ibiza
When clients Jason Bull and Nick Reid approached Sean Cochrane to transform the Es Vivé deco bar and, eventually, the whole hotel, they all shared the same vision. Quite simply, a fusion of art deco style and Ibizan nightlife to create “a beacon of white and turquoise between Playa D’en…
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At the Heart of Business Innovative Concepts and Practical Solutions in Paris
Maison&Objet Paris has once again upgraded the trade experience for its January show in Paris from 20 to 24 January. The organisers’ ongoing objective is to broaden the fair’s professional audience while continuing to meet exhibitors’ expectations and to that end they are keen for “industry professionals to find a…
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Glamorous Decorative Makeover at La Sala Restaurant & Bar
Just before Christmas, the La Sala Restaurant & Bar underwent a jaw-dropping refurbishment to give customers even more of a wow-factor when they come to visit this popular celebrity haunt. The design work was carried out by the creative FOC Design team, who also designed La Sala’s sister restaurant,…
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Cutting-Edge Help for Knee Injuries and Poor Vision
Using the Nose to Treat Damaged Knees Researchers are now reporting they have successfully harvested cartilage cells from patients’ own noses to produce cartilage transplants for treating bum knees in 10 adults. All the patients had cartilage that was damaged by injury. Two years after reconstruction, most recipients reported…
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Be Careful
Not To Over-Expose Yourself This Winter As winter approaches and the temperature drops, people – particularly the elderly and those with a pre-existing heart or lung disease – are advised to wrap up warmly and avoid the cold as much as possible. Medics around the world have long recognised…
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New Year Opportunities for the Market
A New Year brings new opportunities for the property market on the Costa del Sol, so what can we expect in 2017? Before looking into the crystal ball to predict the future we first need to look back at 2016 and beyond to understand recent trends and the property market’s starting…
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Bringing Hollywood Flair to the Serviced Office Business
The co-working phenomenon has a glamorous new protagonist on the Costa del Sol. The first of 50 Our//Space co-working spaces is scheduled to open on Marbella’s Golden Mile in January, followed by Dubai, Miami, Birmingham and New York. Our//Space has teamed up with Hollywood production designer Carlos Barbosa “to create…
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Naturally Modern Living in the Marbella Hinterland
The finest aspects of Marbella’s luxury lifestyle are being recreated in an exceptional new development in the neighbouring Ójen municipality. Palo Alto is located just four minutes from La Cañada shopping centre in Marbella, in a tranquil setting surrounded by nature. Officially presented at the end of November by Ójen…
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Chic Style at the DoubleTree by Hilton Resort
After an earlier collaboration in Paris, Home & Lifestyle Magazine once again joined the modelling agency Scouting Division for a glamorous fashion photo shoot – this time closer to home at the DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Reserva del Higuerón. The hotel is one of the Costa del Sol’s…
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Ronda is on a Roll
When Prince Alfonso Hohenlohe made it known that he was heading up to the Sierra de Ronda to make wine, all of us in Marbella thought he had lost his marbles. In spite of being recognised as a versatile businessman who had turned his hand, admittedly with mixed results,…
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Home Furnishing with a Touch of Love
Interview with Julie Law & Stephanie Smith Yorkshire Linen/Beds & More What is the basic concept behind Yorkshire Linen/Beds & More? We aim to achieve an easy, relaxed and enjoyable shopping experience at Yorkshire Linen and Beds & More, providing excellent customer service with quality and good value for money.…
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MARBELLA PROPERTY MARKET
THE FINE ART OF CREATING LUXURY PROPERTIES INTERVIEW WITH IVAN GEORGIEV AND YURI BULICAN FROM BANUS GROUP When was the Banus Group established and what is the concept behind the company? Banus Group was established in 2011 and since then has continued to grow and start new projects. Our main…
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HOME & LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE NOV DEC 2016 ONLINE EDITION
Read the Nov/Dec 2016 edition of Home & Lifestyle Magazine online here! Here is the Nov/Dec2016 edition of Home & Lifestyle Magazine! Just click on the front cover to view it online! Home & Lifestyle Magazine is an English publication based in Marbella, Spain. It is distributed free of charge across the Costa del…
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HOME & LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE SEPTEMBER OCTOBER 2016 ONLINE EDITION
Read the Sept/Oct 2016 edition of Home & Lifestyle Magazine online here! Here is the Sep/Oct 2016 edition of Home & Lifestyle Magazine! Just click on the front cover of Home & Lifestyle Magazine – an English publication based in Marbella, Spain. It is distributed free of charge across the Costa…
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Avoid Taking the Spanish Health System for Granted
If you are an expat living or working in Spain, one of the big questions is: do you have peace of mind when it comes to your healthcare options? As Principle Assurance notes, the Spanish health system can be confusing, “and has often been the subject of inaccurate or conflicting…
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Bare Floor Beauty
The Reaction porcelain tile range by Cifre Ceramica comes as plain square tiles as well as with an attractive pattern that is part of the Décor Reaction range. When combined together they complement each other perfectly and look wonderful below a dining table or as shown here, under a bed.…
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Rugs For Winter
This beautiful rug by Guy Laroche has sheen, dimension and a striking design. Available from Marbella Carpets in Marbella (www.marbellacarpets.com). The Sable hand-tufted blue area rug has a border made up of thick yarn surrounding a centre comprising soft thin yarn. Available from Yorkshire Linen on Marbella’s Golden Mile and…
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Winter Warmers
Living in southern Europe we are fortunate to be able to enjoy an al fresco lifestyle for longer periods, but when the weather gets colder a fireplace could be your answer for taking advantage of the outdoors all year around. The Ecosmart Mix Fire Bowl has a contemporary design and…
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Tantalising Tables
During the winter months, the standard household traditionally dinning spend more time in the home, so your dining table takes on even more importance. The Skorpio Keramik dining table was designed by Paolo Cattelan for Cattelan Italia. This elegant table has a ceramic table-top with a metal base. Cattelan…
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Gorgeous Glass
This mouth-blown glass Somba vase by Germany company Guaxs has a simple and organic shape and comes in shades of grey and indigo. Available from Nezha Kanouni in Pol. Ind. Estepona (www.nezhakanouni.com) and the Marmorin Design Center on Marbella’s Golden Mile (www.marmorindesigncenter.com). These beautiful glass vases by HK Living come…
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Hanging Pretty
The award-winning Sky Planter by Boskke is made out of 100 per cent recycled plastic and holds plants upside down, thus saving floor space. It has a non-drip inverted plant pot and comes with the Slo-Flo internal irrigation system, allowing water to go directly into the plant’s roots with minimal…
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Winter Lights
LIGHTING IS IMPORTANT TO ADD AMBIENCE TO A LIVING SPACE SO CAREFULLY CONSIDER WHAT KIND YOU NEED TO CREATE A BEAUTIFUL ATMOSPHERE IN YOUR HOME. Marset’s Cala collection creates a warm light with a simple design. It has been inspired by metal café tables and classic painter trestles. The…
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Creating Exceptional Ambiences
INTERVIEW WITH ELENA FERNÁNDEZ ORTEGA FROM DIRECO LIGHTING In your opinion, how important is lighting in the home? The home is where people spend much of their time – it’s their refuge – so it is vital to create an appropriate climate of comfort that allows them to enjoy their…
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The Advanced Home
The Zeppelin Wireless speaker by Bowers & Wilkins allows you to connect to your favourite devices via Bluetooth, AirPlay or Spotify Connect. The advanced digital processing gives this speaker its exceptional sound and it can decode audio streams, thus improving sound quality – all without you lifting a finger. You…
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Cancellation Of Your Property Mortgage In Spain
by Welex Lawyers & Accountants, November 2016 This issue we would like to inform you about the steps that need to be carried out to formally cancel a mortgage loan which has already been paid in full. Make sure the bank signs the title deed that cancels the mortgage in Spain.…
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Francis Bacon And The Classics At Guggenheim Bilbao
The exhibition “Francis Bacon: From Picasso to Velázquez” will remain on show at the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao until 8 January. Organised in collaboration with Grimaldi Forum Monaco and comprising almost 80 works, the show includes some of the most important but least exhibited paintings by the British artist born…
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Exercising with Diabetes
It is commonly known that diabetes is a huge problem in the UK and worldwide. There are two types of diabetes: Type 1, which is caused by a failure of the pancreas to produce insulin (no one quite knows why); and Type 2, which is common in older people. Lifestyle…
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The Benefits of Meditation… AND BOTOX
KEEPING NEGATIVE EMOTIONS IN CHECK Meditation can help tame your emotions even if you’re not a mindful person, according to researchers at Michigan State University in the United States. Reporting in the journal Frontiers in Human Neuroscience, psychology researchers recorded the brain activity of people looking at disturbing pictures immediately…
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Exquisite New Culinary Experience At El Corte Inglés
El Corte Inglés has launched a new multi-area gastronomy concept high above the streets of Málaga city. Gourmet Experience is described as “the largest culinary space in Málaga, combining tastings and quality tapas with the sale of gourmet products”. The area has been conceived to offer select Spanish and international…
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Denomination Upheaval In Rioja Region
Any lover of Spanish wine who has not been living in a cave for the last year will know that extraordinary things are happening in the Rioja region. It is all about the way a wine bottle’s back label is not permitted to specify the exact area of the region…
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Classic Grill Delicacies With a Touch Of Pizzazz
Journalists tend to be a difficult lot to please. Most normal people invited to a luncheon presentation at a popular restaurant would be joyously salivating all morning and dancing a small jig of delight as they scampered through the establishment’s front door. Journalists – especially those who have managed to…
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Exceptional Dinning In Natural Tranquility At El Campanario Golf & Country House
Tucked behind the Diana and Atenea commercial centres just west of Benahavís is the charming El Campanario Golf & Country House. This special venue is set in a tranquil setting surrounded by natural vegetation. There is a nine-hole golf course which has had a “foot golf” course built into it,…
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Glamorous Photo Shoot In Luxury Hotel The Peninsula Paris
Last month Home & Lifestyle Magazine collaborated with the modelling agency Scouting Division on a fashion photo shoot at The Peninsula Paris hotel. Appropriately, for this special presentation, the Peninsula name is synonymous with romance, glamour and style. It is housed in an exquisitely restored 19th century French building that…
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Beyond Cars….The Essence of Aston Martin
ASTON MARTIN HAS ALWAYS TRIED TO TRANSCEND ITS MAIN PUBLIC IMAGE AS AN AUTOMOBILE DEVELOPER AND MANUFACTURER SINCE THE COMPANY’S FOUNDING IN 1993 In line with this ongoing objective of developing a “reputation for discernment and dynamism”, the British luxury brand has forged various partnerships over the past century to…
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Sophisticated Living In Atalaya
Real Capital Solutions launched its outstanding Arboleda villas project this autumn. The residential development is located in Atalaya, a charming community in the heart of the Costa del Sol on the boundary between Marbella and Estepona. This well-established residential area is within walking distance of the beach, is close to…
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Modern Family Home With A Cosy Feel
Christina White had worked on her first project with the same client 12 years ago but on this occasion the commission was for something totally different – less traditional. “This time they wanted to change to a more modern style,” recalls Christina, “but it still had to be cosy and…
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Beachfront Style
AN AWARD-WINNING MASTERPIECE OF BEACHFRONT STYLE IN MARBELLA This outstanding and award-winning contemporary villa in Marbesa is earmarked to become one of the highest quality bespoke properties on the Marbella seaside. Comprising four bedrooms and four bathrooms, the home features a chic contemporary look, neo-classic roof and exceptional symmetry. The…
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Design Showcase
THE MOST RECENT LEG OF THE HOME EXHIBITION ROAD SHOW WAS HIGHLIGHTED BY TWO OF THE WORLD’S PREMIER DÉCOR AND DESIGN EVENTS, MAISON & OBJET IN PARIS AND THE LONDON DESIGN FESTIVAL, SHOWCASING LATEST TRENDS AND CREATIVE INITIATIVES FROM AROUND THE GLOBE. REINVIGORATING CREATIVITY IN PARIS Maison & Objet’s theme…
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Cutting-Edge Aluminium Windows For The Home
INTERVIEW WITH JOAQUÍN GARCÍA DELICADO FROM ALUDOMO What are the main services offered by Aludomo? We specialise in high-end aluminium enclosures and blinds because we are always seeking the perfect product to meet the needs of our clients, from minor renovations to ultra-luxurious villas. We carry out a meticulous study…
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Nature & Life
THE PHILOSOPHY OF SUSTAINABLE DESIGN The coming of autumn always brings to mind warmth from fireplaces and staying inside from the cold (or wet – or both) and yet it is also a time of renewing the world. Our flowers are more or less done in giving us their beauty,…
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Tableware With Style
Villeroy & Boch’s new Soup Passion collection is a novel and practical way to serve soup. The bowl is placed on a separate oblong plate where you can rest your spoon and lay bread. On top of the soup bowl there is a removable partitioned dish that serves as a…
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Christmas Ideas For Your Table
At Christmas the small dishes come out for sweets, fruit and nuts. Go for some interesting Christmassy shapes to really get into the spirit of the festive season. Available online from Affari (www.affari.nu). For your Christmas table this year combine white and gold to create an elegant and timeless look.…
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Warming Things Up From The Inside Out
JACQUELINE ROBERTS TAKES A LOOK AT THE SEASON’S MAIN DÉCOR TRENDS COLOUR When it comes to revamping your interior spaces this winter, you should be starting with your colour palette. This season’s “neutral” is dominated by shades of grey: think winter mornings – silvery branches, frosty panes and wispy smoke,…
