Allison (right) Infrared light therapy is a proven, pro-active method of tackling persistent painful back issues Allison Huff, the founder of SweatLounge, recalls the personal experience that inspired the business. ‘For years I had suffered with debilitating back pain. Then, when I was five months’ pregnant, I lost complete control…

No minimum-term contracts or notice periods, access to the most extensive W4 property database, realistic valuations and in-depth local knowledge… Whitman & Co deliver an outstanding service for every client ‘The start of the year was very busy, driven significantly by activity in the flats market,’ reflects Chris Chambers, Sales…

Chris Mollard ‘Chris did a brilliant job designing our website. He created what we had imagined and to a very high standard.’ – Allegra, Chiswick Location Chris Mollard, the owner of J4G Design, brings a very personal focus to his business, which he describes as a “one-stop shop” for bespoke…

Carol (fourth left) Chiswick Stroke Club provides a space in which people can rebuild confidence and enjoy connecting ‘The people who come to the group have gone through so much,’ says Carol Powers, the founder of Chiswick Stroke Club. ‘However, they are still resilient and so appreciative of what we…

John Collins (third from left) John Collins’ service, MOT and tyre garage has been serving the W6 community for over four decades, with many customers introduced by word-of-mouth recommendation. ‘We’ve even found that when one of our “regulars” moves away, they leave our business card for the new arrivals.’ There’s…

John and Ricky ‘I’ve used Reliant a number of times, from installing a boiler through to general plumbing and I can’t fault them. Very much recommended.’ – Topher Martin One consequence of the Covid lockdowns is that many more people are now based full or part time at home. However,…

Clay and Mark ‘Everything about the Carpetstore service was excellent. The results are outstanding and I will use them again.’ – Danielle McKenna In over 35 years as the co-owners of the Carpetstore, brothers Clay and Joe Miller have made it a cornerstone of their business to offer the very…

Qani and Fari The expert team at Brothers Joinery create beautiful designs and practical tailor-made solutions in wood ‘We love working with wood, it’s such a fantastic material,’ says Fari, one half of the fraternal duo who manage Brothers Joinery. ‘Whatever the project, whether it’s designing and building a bespoke…

Christopher Barrow Making world-class security affordable and convenient ‘Looking back, and through no lack of strategic planning, we don’t have the best track record with timing,’ reflects Christopher Barrow, Chief Executive of Metropolitan Safe Deposits, with a rueful smile. ‘We acquired the company in 2007 – it was founded over…

Charles, Magdalena and Ashley A superb selection of plants, stylish home and lifestyle gifts and a Café serving delicious, healthy food… W6 is much more than a Garden Centre In the sizzling temperatures of recent weeks, it’s been hard enough to keep domestic gardens well watered. For W6 Garden Centre,…

Ritesh Professional eye-care, old-fashioned customer service and a superb selection of stylish frames It has been two months since the Aristone Optical team moved back into their smartly refurbished premises on North End Road, and at the same time introduced Aristone’s own signature brand (ao) of bespoke acetate frames –…

‘Home Instead is a company that really does care on a personal level and goes the extra mile to help clients and families.’ – Eileen, a client This is a significant anniversary year for Home Instead. Launched in the UK two decades ago, it has been proudly serving the Chiswick…