The Standard, London

Launching on 1st October, the Shawn Hausman-designed Standard Townhouse was created with both work and play in mind, making it the ideal setting for intimate weddings. The 8th floor boasts a wraparound outdoor terrace for relaxing, dining and drinking. The space is designed for networking events and as a luxury work environment and can even be attached to a bedroom to create an expansive penthouse suite. The Standard Townhouse also features a stand-out kitchen with the option to host a private chef’s table with Peter Sanchez-Iglesias, executive chef at Decimo, The Standard’s sought-after 10th floor restaurant. The chef’s table experience is exclusive to The Standard Townhouse space, affording guests the opportunity to partake in elevated cooking masterclasses hosted by Sanchez-Iglesias himself, or to enjoy Decimo’s Mexican and Spanish-inspired dishes in an ultra-private setting. The more casual 8th floor design is inspired by a 1980s New York Townhouse, focusing on classic mid-century design with long tufted banquettes and vintage accents giving a comfortable feel to the room, ideal for breakout sessions between meetings. Further reasons to unwind are offered by a cosy corner where guests can take time to listen to the curated selection of vinyl records, handpicked by Standard collaborator Carrie MacLennan specially for The Standard Townhouse space.