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diamond in the rough

‘It strikes the right balance between being a dynamic space and a rejuvenating bolthole,’ says Omar.

ust as cut and brilliance are behind any good diamond’s bedazzle, so the appeal of this diminutive apartment lies in its behind-the-scenes precision detailing. Located in the heart of Hatton Garden, known for its clutch of diamond dealers, the fourth-floor space was once the studio of a gem

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