CURV unveils radical luxury resi concept in Provence & the Côte d’Azur; brings in Barnes International to handle off-plan sales.
Knight Frank promotes 170
Agency names 31 new Partners and 58 Associates across its UK business.
In Pictures: Bioclimatic circular villas offer ‘haute couture’ living in the South of France
CURV unveils radical luxury resi concept in Provence & the Côte d’Azur; brings in Barnes International to handle off-plan sales.
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Savills installs new head of resi sales in Surrey
Holly Sibley is now leading the agency's Reigate team.
Two-thirds of buyers offer under asking price, but only 4% of homes sell at a discount
'Buyers could be negotiating harder, although not all sellers are willing to budge,' says Barclays Bank.
Gateley Legal adds resi development partner
Legal Plc continues to expand its resi development offering in the south of England.
The UK’s estate agency sector has grown by a quarter since 2017
An average of 691 new estate agency businesses were started each year between 2017 and 2024, new data shows.
Sotheby’s International Realty targets Hungary’s luxury property market
New Budapest-based venture will be led by Andrew Manukovski, who also owns and operates SIR affiliates in Kazakhstan and Cyprus.
Knight Frank relocates flagship Mayfair office
New location on South Audley Street places team ‘at the centre of one of the most significant prime and super-prime markets in London’, says high-profile agency.
Boutique agency founder moves to top-end brokerage
Moveli signs up another well-known PCL operator as platform expands its coverage across the UK.
Veteran agency boss shares 11-step formula for closing a mega-deal
Glentree's Trevor Abrahmsohn says his 'tried & tested' technique has helped bring home multiple transactions ranging up to £100mn.
400 agents join new members-only prime property network
Former Black Brick partner's venture has attracted key London players since launching last year.
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For those ready to buy, our data shows that we’re currently in a buyers’ market when it comes to negotiations, with most sellers willing to accept offers under asking in order to facilitate their next move
Blockbuster debut for Native Land’s Opus as sales top £100mn
Developer reports strong early take-up at luxury South Bank tower, as five-star lifestyle offering hits the right note with wealthy buyers.
Super-prime property firm expands with new lettings division
New offering from The Private Office: Real Estate will be targeting the top-end of the rental market in Surrey and the South East.
How real-time 3D tech is shaping super-prime sales & marketing
Peter Rogers explains how luxury property developers & marketeers can use the latest advances to maximise their efforts – and why consultation should always be the first step.
Reality bites in Prime Central London as buyers step back & sellers cut prices
Recent tax changes have led to falling sales and downward price pressure across the capital's top postcodes, reports Knight Frank.
In Pictures: Rare beachfront mansion in Beaulieu seeks £12.5mn
1914 Arts and Crafts-style pile in 20 acres brought to market after 70 years in the same family.
Government mandates solar panels for ‘vast majority’ of new-build homes
Property sector welcomes Ed Miliband's 'rooftop revolution'.
In Pictures: Inside an £18.5mn duplex at 60 Curzon, designed by De Rosee Sa
London & Lisbon-based studio delivers a mid-century-inspired, art-filled showstopper, as super-prime Mayfair scheme nears sellout.
Boutique London developer targets European expansion
Alex Macaulay's Kinland has lined up luxury schemes in Portugal & the French Alps, after delivering two sell-out projects in South London.
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First wave of apartments & luxury amenities make a splash in epic overhaul of 'iconic' rental estate in Pimlico.
International property news
Real estate branding agency expands in the US & Middle East
Noë & Associates has brought in big-hitters Christina Falzano & Sailesh Jani to drive its international growth plans.
UK proptech boss named ‘future leader’ in US real estate list
ADVSR co-founder Elliot Jones recognised by Inman as London-based global marketing platform passes $15bn in listings.
Christie’s International Real Estate adds more Caribbean coverage
New Anguilla venture will be led by veteran broker Dominique Silvera, also the founder and chairman of CIRE Barbados.
Algarve agency partners with John D Wood & Co
'Our two real estate agencies offer a trusted bridge between the UK & Portugal,' says Liberty Real Estate.
In Pictures: Banyan Tree debuts branded residences in Europe
Persepolis Investments' Madrid scheme 'blends architectural heritage, contemporary design, and a wellness-driven lifestyle.'
Profiles & Interviews
Interview: Savills research chief Lucian Cook on decoding prime property data – and the signals to watch now
'Usually in the early stages of a recovery the prime markets lead the mainstream, but the reverse has been true of late': Discussing facts, figures & forecasts with one of Britain's foremost market commentators.
Property Listenings: The best real estate podcasts to hear in May
Catch up on fascinating conversations with industry insiders in PrimeResi's regular round-up.
Interview: Elliot Jones of ADVSR on driving real estate’s digital transformation
'Our rapid adoption, driven entirely by word of mouth, proves the industry was ready for this' - Proptech boss reveals major ambitions for global platform connecting advisors & developers.
Watch: Quinlan Terry’s life in architecture, in conversation with Francis Terry
Britain's leading classical architects, father-and-son Quinlan and Francis Terry, share personal anecdotes and profound insights into how design and cultural trends have shifted through the last 60 years.
International Women’s Day 2025: A note to my younger self
What advice do property industry leaders wish they had received at the start of their careers?
Interiors & Design
In Pictures: Studio KO’s art-led take on Knightsbridge living seeks £4.95mn
Lowndes Square lateral has been reimagined by the Paris & Marrakech-based practice whose clients include the Hermès and Agnelli families, André Balazs & Francis Ford Coppola.
‘Radical’ Grosvenor Square revamp gets underway
Grosvenor promises year-long landscaping works 'will radically transform London’s second-largest garden square into an immersive woodland experience.'
In Pictures: Inside a Dara Huang-designed ‘sanctuary in the sky’ at Thames City
37th floor residence in one of London's highest resi buildings promises 'spa-like plushness'.
‘Game-changing’ fast-track service launches for luxury property projects
RedBook Agency says its new offering – limited to a select number of large-scale, high-value schemes each year – can cut delivery timelines by up to 30%.
Design studio Sims Hilditch shifts to partnership model
High-end firm says 'progressive' leadership reshuffle reflects evolving client needs & will future-proof the business.
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