Be a saint: Charitable members’ lounge pops up

Open from now until Christmas, the initiative will raise funds for Quintessentially Foundation, a charity dedicated to improving the education, health and wellness of disadvantaged people, and The House of St Barnabas, which provides accommodation for the homeless.

Using the Georgian property of The House of St Barnabas in Soho, the lounge, which was restored by Russell Sage Studio, features a bar and restaurant, and will host a series of events through December.

Borrowing from the wealth of temporary retail concepts we have seen pop up throughout the credit crunch, Quintessentially adds exclusivity to its in-the-moment experience.