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Valentine Warner
Where do you live?
I left Chesterton Road because I couldn’t afford to stay in Notting Hill. I’ve moved to a big house on a rough street in Shepherd’s Bush [laughs] – there’s plenty of noise at night from party … Read more →
Laura Waddell
You split your time between Notting Hill and LA. Why did you choose Notting Hill as your London home?
It’s just a really great part of London; it has a cool artistic vibe and I love the markets, especially Portobello … Read more →
Monica Zamora
What do you love about Golborne Road and its surrounding area?
What struck me the most on my first trip to Golborne Road when I was looking for a space to build my studio and clinic was its strong community … Read more →
Jelone
Who or what was your first musical influence?
My mother’s cousin was a backing singer for Smokey Robinson for 25 years, so my first memory was backstage at one of his gigs when I was five. I then got to … Read more →
Mary Greenwell
You’ve worked in many places from Paris to LA. What do you find special about living and working in west London?
It’s my home. I was brought up 60 miles outside of London in Sussex. It was the first place … Read more →
Eugenie Nuttall
Where do you live and why?
My first home is the Bahamas – I was born there and having had an idyllic childhood, being there nourishes and inspires me. I love the colours of the sea, the morning birdsong, the … Read more →
Daniela Brooker
Where do you live and why?
I live in Wimbledon with my family. We love living here because we are so near to the city.
Has your family influenced your style of music?
My mum is Venezuelan, so I have … Read more →
Suzy Hoodless
You’ve worked in many places including New York. What do you find special about living and working in Notting Hill?
I love the diversity of Notting Hill, the unparalleled availability of food from markets to specialist stores, from high-end restaurants … Read more →
Seb Coe
Where do you live?
I live in Surrey – it’s close to both London and my children’s schools.
You were born in west London. What’s your earliest memory?
A long walk with my father in a London park – I … Read more →
Stacey Jackson
Where do you live and why?
I live in Chelsea; I love that it’s so central. It’s so close to the museums, great shops and restaurants! It’s also a very international neighbourhood which I love.
