In October, Mr Ratan Tata officially opened the new Jaguar Suite at 51 Buckingham Gate. The sleek design of this 1,832-square-foot, two-bedroom abode alludes to classic and contemporary Jaguar models, from the legendary 1960's E-type to the state-of-the-art C-X75.

Overseen by Jaguar design director Ian Callum and his in-house design team, the suite features specially-commissioned auto-inspired artwork and displays. Using materials taken from the cars, such as leather, metal and high-gloss veneer, Taj's boutique London hotel now nods to the legacy and future vision of Jaguar's timeless style.