CATWALK OPPORTUNITY FOR INTERNATIONAL JEWELLERY SHOW

Exhibitors can host their own catwalk show as one of the new features of the International Jewellery Show (IJL) later this year.
The show at Earls Court 2 on 2-5 September, will allow exhibitors to invite key contacts on a guest list only basis, followed by a champagne networking reception, providing visitors with a close-up view of the jewellery worn by models.
The Diamond Club International is also being launched, an extension of the Diamond Club, which will now offer a more luxurious experience for both key UK buyers and international VIP buyers at the show.
As an added bonus for visitors, complimentary IJL coaches will run from two key jewellery regions – Hatton Garden in London and Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter.

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Jewellery Quarter nightclub Subway City says it is too noisy to have residents living across road in Livery Street

A BIRMINGHAM nightclub claims it faces closure on noise grounds after plans for four luxury loft apartments across the road were approved.
Subway City, under the railway arches in Livery Street in the city centre, pumps out loud music until 4am.
Now bosses fear that residents moving into the flats could have it shut down.
The venue also claimed that developer Javelin Block Ltd, which wants to convert the empty Viceroy House office block into apartments, had underplayed the noise levels which came from the club to secure permission for the scheme.
Club spokesman Roger Page said the noise readings were taken when just 270 people where in the 750 capacity venue.
“It can reach 110 decibels in there, and the club is just nine metres from Viceroy House,” he said.
Mr Page highlighted the Fiddle and Bone and Nightingale clubs as city centre venues which had been affect by noise complaints.
Speaking for the developer Altine Topping said the bedrooms would be on the opposite side of Viceroy House, away from the club, and that the best double glazing would keep out the noise.


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Buyers stream to Jewellery Quarter launch event

Househunters from across the city attended a champagne launch event last weekend to toast the brand new courtyard at a stylish Birmingham development.
The new courtyard at The Quarter, Morris’ city centre development of cosmopolitan one and two bed apartments in the Jewellery Quarter, has a communal terrace and timber seating and provides a great location for residents to relax away from the hustle and bustle of work life.
Buyers at the development’s event that reserved an apartment also bagged a floorings and blind package, a £1,000 Selfridges voucher to kit out their new home and will have their legal fees paid by Morris.
Cindy Vials, regional sales director for Morris, said: “The event was a great success, and househunters came from across Birmingham. It was a fantastic opportunity to showcase the brand new courtyard to prospective buyers, and we have already seen an increase in reservations at The Quarter.”
The apartments at The Quarter are available using the Government-led FirstBuy scheme. Under the scheme, first time buyers are able to purchase a property at 80 per cent of its market value. This reduces the size of the deposit needed and lowers mortgage payments.
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New York Times 'hearts' Birmingham

The FINANCIAL -- Birmingham is firmly in the hearts of the Big Apple, with a recent article penned by The New York Times lauding “England’s heartland metropolis” as “big-shouldered, friendly and fun” , according to Aston University.
 ‘36 Hours in Birmingham’ – the second New York Times article praising Birmingham to be published in less than a month – is a whistle-stop tour of the city’s heritage, lesser known ‘hidden gems’ and its sprawling suburbs, teeming with culture.

Written by travel writer Mark Vanhoenacker, the city’s burgeoning culinary scene, beautiful canals, fantastic shopping offer and heavy metal heritage are just some of the highlights to be named, with Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter district – where an estimated 40% of the UK’s jewellery is made – and world-famous Balti Triangle tipped as ‘must-sees’.

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Jewellery Quarter apartments re-launching after courtyard completed

Morris is re-launching its modern city centre apartments in the heart of Birmingham’s historic Jewellery Quarter following the completion of its landscaped courtyard with a special weekend event.
On the 11th-12th February Morris is offering all buyers that reserve an apartment at The Quarter development that weekend a flooring and blinds package, their legal fees paid by the developer and a £1,000 Selfridges voucher as it celebrates the completion of its new courtyard.
The stylish development of luxury apartments now boasts a courtyard that features a communal terrace and timber seating, providing a great location to relax and socialise for residents whilst still in the heart of the city.
Cindy Vials, regional sales director for Morris, said: “Properties at The Quarter are finished to an exceptionally high standard, and are complimented by a nearby bustling mix of restaurants, bars and galleries. The event will showcase the new courtyard, which provides an oasis of relaxation for residents, a rare perk for a city centre development.

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