A roof terrace with white bed chairs and tables looking over London

LUX visits the largest residence in 9 Millbank’s ‘Heritage Collection’, The Astor, recently unveiled by St Edward. A stone’s throw from The Palace of Westminster, Banqueting House and Westminster Abbey, the residence is named after Nancy Astor, the first female MP

The Astor features over 9,700 sq.ft. of expansive living space along with an astonishing 360-degree roof terrace, with views of London‘s most iconic landmarks and the Thames. St Edward has modernised the apartment’s traditional layout by creating two new mezzanine areas; the first a vintage inspired library and study, the second, an atmospheric private bar and games room.

On the eighth floor, a former Director’s dining hall has been transformed into a sumptuous 6.3-metre height reception room.

All Heritage Collection owners have full access to 9 Millbank’s amenities including a gym, swimming pool with spa and treatment room, cinema screening room, meeting rooms, parking  and 24-hour concierge.

Throughout The Heritage Collection apartments, St Edward commissioned architect Goddard Littlefair and master artisans to meticulously restore and in some cases, delicately replicate, a catalogue of classical features.

Paul Vallone, Executive Chairman of St Edward said “The penthouse is a unique and prestigious home that reflects the very best of British style.”

A lounge with a white carpet and white couches and grey seats and red cushions
A dining room with blue chairs and arched ceilings and a rug beneath the table

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A bedroom in grey with hints of pink and red
A marble and grey kitchen with an island in the middle
A bar with green bar stools and a cream sofa and red cushions
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orange suitcases and rucksack in front of a black sportscar
orange suitcases and rucksack in front of a black sportscar
Ava Doherty reports on Tumi and McLaren’s collaboration on a limited-edition luggage collection titled ‘Unpack Tomorrow’, appreciating the history of the British motorsport brand through motorcar themed designs

The quintessentially English motorsport brand, McLaren, has paired with the travel and business manufacturer Tumi to produce unique limited edition travel pieces to commemorate McLaren’s 60th anniversary.

The collection was unveiled at the final event of the brand’s Spring 2023 campaign, ‘ Unpack Tomorrow’ which championed the Tumi crew member and McLaren Formula 1 driver Lando Norris.

Lando Norris holding an orange rucksack and standing next to an orange suitacase

Tumi and McLaren’s commemorative partnership aims to combine fashion, technology and lifestyle. The brands aimed to highlight their shared ethos of functionality, modern design dialogue and a forward-facing outlook.

Goran Ozbolt, Chief Designer art McLaren Automotive commented, “This edition of luxury travel pieces also celebrates our founder Bruce McLaren’s passion for looking to the future, pushing the boundaries, and matching effortless functionality with a modern design language that reflects the ethos of both companies.”

A black suicase next to an orange car

New technology incorporated into their design process includes ultra-durable Tegris composite material, flexible CFX carbon fibre accents, and the integrated USB charger of the Velocity Backpack.

Tumi aims to further globalise its partnership with McLaren with an international content series at key Grand Prix races featuring influencers, community engagement and exclusive prizes.

Black suitcase and luggage next to a car

Tumi’s Creative Director, Victor Sanz said, “We are thrilled to have collaborated on this collection with McLaren, utilising their famous papaya colour and combining modern, lightweight materials to create luggage, bags and accessories that celebrate their 60th anniversary.”

Find out more: tumi.com/McLarenCollection

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