#Courtfield Gardens

[sometimeslondon]

Cherry blossom and iron railings, Courtfield Gardens, Kensington

#cherry blossom #blossom #Kensington #spring #nature #railings #iron #Courtfield Gardens #SW5 #sign #London #England #UK

[gacougnol]

Frank Habicht

Photographers rooftop, Courtfield Gardens, London 1960's

#frank habicht

[vintagerocker69]

Brian Jones at home in his apartment at Courtfield Gardens Kensington During 1966 sat on a Settee.

Photographed by Gered Mankowitz ©

#keith richards #rolling stones #mick jagger #rhythm and blues #rock and roll #charlie watts #stones sixty #bill wyman #brian jones

[amphtaminedreams]

June 2021->June 2023: Photo Dump No.22

DATE SAVED, L-R BY ROW:

1. 15th March 2023, 18th March 2023 [graphic source: instagram account @howtobehumanpod, background: Barbican, City of London, 17th November 2022], 9th February 2023, 2nd March 2023, 26th September 2022, 9th March 2023, 16th March 2023 [Fair Game, Canary Wharf], 21st September 2023, 18th October 2021 [Bella Hadid in Paris, September 2018, source: instagram account @crystalmethangel2]

2. 27th January 2023, 17th January 2023 [Vinegar Yard, London Bridge], 31st January 2023 [Russell Cotes Museum & Art Gallery, Bournemouth], 9th June 2021 [Lana Del Rey performing live @ Coachella, April 2014, source: instagram account @tulsa_lana_freak], 13th July 2022, 25th January 2022, 27th September 2021 [DSquared2 RTW F/W21], 14th November 2022 [Soulland RTW F/W22], 21st October 2022 [source: instagram accounts @fleurrrrrrrrr & @natalieenamaste]

3. 30th December 2021 [source: instagram account @posterjournal], 3rd April 2023 [Exhibition Road, South Kensington], 4th July 2022 [details @ Iris Van Herpen Haute Couture FW22], 11th January 2023, 22nd March 2023, 13th August 2021 [Lana Del Rey for Numero Tokyo magazine, March 2013 issue], 22nd March 2023, 20th March 2023 [St.Martin's Theatre, Seven Dials]

4. 19th September 2021 [Van Gagh Alive @ Kensington Gardens, Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea], 1st February 2023 [source: instagram account @themayfairgroup], 17th May 2023 [Courtfield, Chelsea], 7th December 2022 [Liberty's of London, Soho], 19th December 2022, 23rd September 2021 [Miley Cyrus performing at the Midtown Music Festival, September 2021], 26th May 2023 [Bournemouth, Dorset], 1st December 2021 [Alexander McQueen RTW S/S19], 8th May 2023

5. 15th November 2022, 9th February 2022, 10th October 2022 [source: instagram account @kiracyan.design], 1st October 2021 [Zuhair Murad, Haute Couture S/S17], 6th July 2021 [Britney Spears photographed by David LaChapelle, 2000], 15th February 2022 [Frameless @ Marble Arch, Marylebone], 16th February 2022, 28th November 2022, 17th February 2022

6. 7th June 2023 [Queenhithe, City of London], 14th January 2022 [Versace RTW F/W19], 8th December 2022 [Twisted Museum, Oxford Street], 11th July 2021 [Britney Spears photographed in L.A, August 2009], ]5th December 2022 [CND for the Blonds S/S15], 22nd March 2023, 28th November 2021 [Saatchi Gallery, Chelsea], 5th June 2023, 29th December 2021 [Giant gallery, Bournemouth]

7. 7th December 2022 [Holborn, West End], 1st December 2021 [Versace RTW F/W19], 4th October 2022 [Bermondsey Street, Southwark], 1st June 2023 [Earl's Court, Kensington], 14th July 2021 [Margot Robbie as Harley Quinn in The Suicide Squad, released July 2021, dir. James Gunn], 21st August 2021 [source unknown], 2nd May 2023, 21st March 2023 [Beyond the Streets Exhibition @ the Saatchi Gallery, Chelsea], 30th March 2023 [Christchurch, Dorset]

8. 18th June 2023 [Southbourne, Bournemouth], 21st June 2023, 19th June 2023 [Christchurch, Dorset], 11th November 2021 [Miley Cyrus via Instagram, wearing Gucci x Balenciaga for the November 2021 LACMA gala], 14th May 2023, 21st July 2021 [Marina Diamandis BTS on the set of the "Primadonna" music video, released March 2012], 8th April 2022 [graphic: @oshthoughts on lnstagram], 14th July 2021 [Bimini Bon Boulash via Instagram, July 2021], 21st March 2023

9. 13th June 2023 [Belem, Lisbon], 16th September 2022 [Et Ochs RTW S/S23], 12th June 2023 [Villa Berta, Lisbon], 15th November 2022], 9th April 2023, 10th July 2021 [source unknown], 30th September 2022 [source: Etsy store ConceptsDigital], 15th February 2023 [Frameless, Marylebone], 11th June 2023 [Jardim das Amoreiras, Lisbon]

10. 17th April 2023 [Bournemouth Town Centre, Dorset], 2nd May 2023, 4th May 2022 [Earl's Court, Kensington], 9th April 2023, 15th September 2021 [Miu Miu Resort 2021], 8th September 2021 [Dilara Fındıkoğlu, Resort 2022], 12th November 2022, 6th May 2023 [source: instagram account @howtobehumanpod], 17th October 2021 [Monse Resort 2022]

#PHOTO DUMP #fashion #fashiondiary #photography #ootd #moodboard #styleinspo #style #art #travel #london #streetart #streetstyle #inspo #fashioninspo #runway #rtw #street photography #women artists #aesthetic #londonist

[theduchessreturns]

Weeks 1-3

Hello Mom, Dad, Jack, Angela, Jackson, Danny, Courtney, Maureen, Alex, Bennett, and Drew:

It has been 8 years since I studied abroad in London and boy has time flown! In some ways, 2014 feels a world away - President Obama was in office, Scotland held a referendum on its independence, "Happy" by Pharrell Williams was the song of the year, and "social distancing" was something we did when a random family member showed up to Thanksgiving.

Not only has the world changed since 2014, but our lives have changed. There have been new careers, homes, degrees, marriages, and of course, two of the cutest babies you've ever seen. For me personally, I graduated Amherst, moved to New York City, went to NYU Law, founded a bakery, passed the bar, started my job, and met a really nice guy in an all cash bar in Brooklyn.

And while, for all these reasons, 2014 feels a world away, a strange familiarity struck me as I joined the security line at JFK and looked down at my ticket. As I dug through old photos and found the one I was looking for, I laughed at just how much hadn't changed.

London 2014

London 2022

Before we get into the good stuff, we have to address the elephant in the room. Duchess - where is the old blog? As it turns out, signing up for Tumblr with a college email you lost access to 6 years ago was a bad idea. Unfortunately, the customer service agent I explained the situation to was less than enthused by my story (and equally unswayed by my royal title). For a trip down memory lane though, click here:

A short 6 hours after taking off from JFK, I Ianded in London Heathrow and practically skipped onto the Piccadilly line. Neither my 23 pound suitcase nor 2 hours of sleep could bring me down; I was back! Jake had landed a few hours earlier and made his way to his new (ultra-trendy) office in King's Cross. I opted to work from the Tin Shed (my favorite coffee shop) until it was time to check into our flat in Notting Hill. When we finally met up, we were smiling ear to ear, thrilled to be back together and in London.

New neighborhood

The next day, I ventured down to my office at 20 Fenchurch Street, affectionately known in London as the “Walkie Talkie building”. My firm set me up with quite the space, complete with free tea, snacks, and “sweeties”. They also filled me in on a sneaky back door entrance to the Sky Garden at the top of the building (think: Top of the Rock), which always had a queue outside!

Cahill office at sunset

After our respective workdays, Jake and I explored London together and discovered some great pubs (Churchill Arms, Duke of Wellington, The Cow, The Castle, White Lion), restaurants (Mazi, Sushi Atelier, Pizza East, BiBo, Gloria) and all around cool hangouts (The Ned, The Pelican).

Churchill Arms

The Ned

On one of my favorite post-work adventures, I snuck out of work a bit early to explore the Museum of Natural History and see the iconic townhouse from the Parent Trap.

Museum of Natural History

"I have class and you don't!"

I then walked to my new favorite pub, The Grenadier, which is hidden in a mews off of Knightsbride High Street (a "mews" is a small street, yard, or cul-de-sac, often cobblestoned). I sipped a glass of rosé and read my book until Jake joined and grabbed his first and last gin and tonic of the trip. It was the perfect evening (except for the gin!).

The Grenadier, a favorite of Prince William and Duchess Margaret

Our first Saturday in London was sunny and jam-packed. We grabbed breakfast in Notting Hill at JuiceBaby and ventured through Hyde Park to my old digs in South Kensington! My apartment in Courtfield Gardens brought back fond memories of my semester abroad, where I met some lifelong friends (hi Cailyn and Maria!).

2014

2022

After a photoshoot in front of the door and street sign, Jake and I hopped on the Tube to Borough Market and grabbed gyros at Gourmet Goat (one of our best meals in London). We then ventured back west to grab pints at The Churchill Arms and The Windsor Castle (two great spots) and dinner at Dishoom, a highly recommended Indian place in London. We split the Okra fries, Chicken Tikka, Raita Yogurt, Mattar Paneer Ruby, Garlic Naan, and Chicken Biryani, savoring every last bite. Dishoom is rumored to be coming to New York and Jake and I will be the first in line when it does!

On Sunday, we met up with one of my college roommates Meghan and her girlfriend Wa for breakfast at Boys n Berry in Fulham. We visited her adorable new apartment nearby (also a Mews) and were thrilled to have overlapped in London.

Jake, Meghan, Wa, and I

After breakfast, we grabbed a double decker bus to Wimbledon and met up with the Parker family! I was thrilled to reunite with them and introduce Jake to Phil, Shelagh, Lulu, and Sam. After an all-too-excitable catch up in the entry of their house, Phil and Shelagh drove us to visit Hampton Court, a favorite palace of Henry VIII.

Entrance to Hampton Court Palace

Not only is the palace breathtaking in its grandeur, but utterly fascinating to tour. We wandered through the Kitchens, Cumberland Art Gallery, Great Hall, Apartments, and Gardens (wow!), learning about the Tudor court, Henry VIII's reign, and the unfortunate fate of each of his six wives. Phil and Shelagh said they went to a music festival here, which would be worth a return trip!

Phil, Shelagh, Jake, and I in the Gardens

Jake and I in the Kitchens with hundreds of years of fires on display

As Shelagh explained, Henry was "quite pudgy" and it's not hard to understand why...

Henry VIII's version of PB&J on crackers

After Hampton Court, we returned to the Parker's house for dinner and drinks, trading stories of our travels (Phil and Shelagh had just been to Utah), lives (Lulu was finishing her masters and Sam had just released a hit song on Spotify), and the history between our families. At one point, I asked Phil about the first time he visited America and he explained that Poppy picked him up from JFK and drove him directly to a helicopter ride around NYC. The Coluccis proceeded to keep him up for 48 hours straight with trips to the diner, tours of Flushing, and a wedding (sounds about right). After hours and hours of laughter, it was time for Jake and I to venture back to London. We left their house full, in more ways than one.

Hampton Court Palace ended up being to perfect precursor to my night out to see Six the Musical, a modern retelling of the lives of Henry VIII's six wives. In true British fashion, Meghan and I grabbed pre-show pints and stood outside Theodore Bullfrog, a pub near the theater. We met up with Wa (who was venturing from her job in Richmond. Yes, THAT Richmond from Ted Lasso) and took in the show, which was fantastic! We grabbed a final final at a Heritage SoHo, which spelled like the Fondue restaurant in Mont Tremblant.

That week, Jake and I settled into our routine of working and meeting up after work to explore. On Saturday, we checked off an item of Jake's London bucket list - a Premier League football game. The process of getting tickets is quite complicated because there is no secondary market for them. But Jake managed to score amazing seats to the Fulham Bournemouth match on Saturday!

That morning, we woke up early and grabbed a quick breakfast in Notting Hill before venturing south-west to Fulham. We had a bit of a difficult time getting into a pub, as home pubs were members-only and away pubs required away tickets. After pleading with a bouncer that we were Americans with no real allegiance, we joined the buzz of fans in the King's Arms. A few pints, rosés, and orders of chips later, we walked through Fulham to the stadium. The stadium, known as Craven Cottage, is absolutely fantastic! It's the oldest stadium in London and filled to the brim with charm. I got quite the kick out of watching Jake go through the ticket entrance.

Jake in the Turnstile

We took our seats for the match and quickly realized we were right next to the away section. The Bournemouth fans were LOUD, boisterously chanting, mocking the "library" of Craven Cottage with "shhh"s, and throwing a series of middle fingers and F-bombs our way. It was hilarious!

Pitch

At half-time, the score was 2-1 Bournemouth and we joined the throws of other fans in the corridor of the stadium, which was right on the Thames. In the second half, Fulham drew a PK and tied the match up at 2-2. We had an absolute blast, singing “Come on Fulham!” all the way home!

Jake and I on the Thames in Craven Cottage

On Sunday, we picked up Jake's new Barbour (an early 30th birthday gift) and made our way to the Treehouse Hotel, where Aunt Nancy was staying for work. We grabbed breakfast in their rooftop restaurant, catching up on our first few weeks in London and her incredible job. In true Kiley / Colucci fashion, we talked for so long that the staff politely asked us for the table back.

Aunt Nancy, Jake, and I at the Treehouse

These first few weeks have been nothing short of fantastic and Jake and I feel so lucky to be here! Until my next post...

Cheers,

Maggie

and/or

Margaret, the Duchess of Kensington

[jonesbrianshining]

Brian Jones at home (Courtfield Gardens South Kensington)

© Gered Mankowitz

#Brian

[stevenbarnum]

#courtfield gardens #london #U.K. #united kingdom #england #balcony #patio #vegetation #nature #view #outside #outdoors #home #house #my house #my home #vacation home #residense #property #townhouse #condo #apartment #exterior design #architecture #alfresco #my lifestyle #residence

[moodboardmix]

Courtfield Gardens, Kensington, London, United Kingdom,

Virgile and Stone Design

#art #design #interiors #architecture #apartment #courtfields gardens #kensington #london #united kingdom #luxury lifestyle #luxury house #luxury pad #virgil&stonedesign #france stone #nigel stone

[finita--la--commedia]

To keep you in my soul, such is the goal of this pain which men call life.

Oscar Wilde (1854-1900), in a letter to Lord Alfred Douglas (1870-1945), dated 20 May 1895, ? Courtfield Gardens, Kensington, in “Oscar Wilde: A Life In Letters”

#Oscar Wilde #Lord Alfred Douglas #letters #epistolary #correspondence #love letters

[hometoursandotherstuff]

The drama of this renovated apt. in this period building in London is amazing. The 2 bedroom duplex residence used to be the building’s ballroom, and now it’s a contemporary industrial loft-like space. 

Combining the old with the new, they left the ornate crown molding and fireplace, but completely opened a wall and fitted it with glass panes. You can see thru the glass that a dividing wall remains, separating the kitchen and library.

At the far end of the living room is a marble-topped dining table and a large cabinet with a pull-out desk surface.

Look at the old ballroom floor. On one side of the living room, double doors swing out and open to the kitchen.

The kitchen is sleek steel and tucked under a canopy of steel girders and wood beams. Above the sink and counter is a tri-paneled stained glass window that fits in perfectly with the stainless steel.

On the other side of the glass wall is the entrance to the library. 

In the library is the modern staircase to the 2nd level. There’s also a vintage rolling library ladder. 

The smaller bedroom is off the library. 

Both bedrooms have their own marble baths. This bedroom has a very contemporary yellow closet behind the bed. (I think that I would’ve faced the bed the other way, so it wouldn’t be in front of the closet, though.)

From the bed you can see the shower and library.

The master is accessed via the library stairs. It has a full bath right in the room and a window that overlooks the 1st fl. living room. 

This is the fabulous terrace that is accessed through the living room. 

And, this beautiful gate gives the tenant access to-

this gorgeous churchyard square.

https://www.themodernhouse.com/sales-list/courtfield-gardens/

#converted ballroom #period apt. renovation

[sometimeslondon]

White terraced houses and cherry blossom, Courtfield Gardens, Kensington

#white #pink #blossom #cherry blossom #houses #terrace #period properties #architecture #Kensington #London #England #UK

[gacougnol]

Frank Habicht

Les Mademoiselles. Photographers apartment, Courtfield Gardens London SW5

1960's

#frank habicht

[almavio]

Frank Habicht, Photographers rooftop, Courtfield Gardens, London, n/d

#frank habicht

[vintagerocker69]

Brian Jones at home on settee. Courtfield Gardens, South Kensington. Photo © Gered Mankowitz

#keith richards #rolling stones #mick jagger #rhythm and blues #rock and roll #charlie watts #stones sixty #bill wyman #brian jones

[heinzschumi]

A good turn out, wonderful evening, beautiful event. Courtfield Ward Cllr Janet Evans & Member of Parliament for Kensington Felicity Buchan. Friday 2nd July 2021. Onslow Neighbourhood Association, Onslow Gardens, Garden Party . . Photo by Heinz Schumi. All rights reserved 2021 ©. https://www.instagram.com/p/CRSGcgmhI_I/?utm_medium=tumblr

[artbookdap]

Yes, the photos are amazing. (Like impossible to stop looking...) But we also want to mention that our dear friend and sometimes-correspondent Tosh Berman's review of 'Goin’ Home with the Rolling Stones ’66: Photographs by Gered Mankowitz' from @reelartpress is the #6 most-read article of 2020 on @officialpleasekillme ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ An excerpt: "It doesn’t matter what class you came from or your standing order in society, once the money rolls in a person is expected to buy a home and a car. Like day turns to night, this is a process that never ends—unless you’re an artist and book lover like Richard Prince and would prefer to spend serious money on the first edition of 'On The Road' or 'A Clockwork Orange.' Most young people, however, would purchase a piece of property and a car to go with it. Charlie Watts and Bill Wyman were both married in 1966, and Wyman already had a son; they both took their home life very seriously. Theirs are conservative households where things are properly placed and rooms made for dining or listening to music.⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ On the other hand, Mick Jagger and Keith Richards hadn’t decided on a look for their homes in 1966, at least not in comparison to the flamboyant and colorful Rolling Stone Brian Jones. Jones lived in Courtfield Gardens near South Kensington, in a flat described as “strange” by Mankowitz. He writes that “the atmosphere was always a little weird around Brian.” It seems that he had piles of books and records, various musical instruments, and lots of clothes and fabrics. And, according to Mankowitz, some people were sleeping underneath the fabrics. On one wall, Brian painted a psychedelic fresco, which is photographed in the book with him standing in front of the artwork. He was also supposed to be photographed with his Rolls Royce but was, at this point, banned from driving the car, so the vehicle wasn’t at the premises at the time of the photoshoot. The difference between Brian Jones and the rest of the Stones, on the visual evidence presented in this book, is pretty significant…" ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Read the review via linkinbio.⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ @gered_mankowitz @imtoshberman #goinhomewiththerollingstones #rollingstones #pleasekillme #thisiswhatscool⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ https://www.instagram.com/p/CJbSWvTJLcW/?igshid=1floglczjhqls

#6 #goinhomewiththerollingstones #rollingstones #pleasekillme #thisiswhatscool