Miscellanea
OBR upgrades house price forecast again
Average house prices are likely to rise by 7.4% this year, predicts the Office for Budget Responsibility, and by 15.8% over five years.
‘Exceptional’ Hertfordshire estate hits the market at £15mn
The historic Hexton Manor sits in 773 acres at the northern tip of the Chilterns AONB
Luxury co-ownership platform debuts in London with Mayfair penthouse acquisition
American start-up Pacaso is offering a 12.5% share of a duplex flat in Mayfair for nearly £1.1mn, and has a house in the Cotswolds lined up for its next UK offer.
Bloomberg: London’s Housing and Climate Crises Are on a Collision Course
Jess Shankleman takes deep dive into the impact of climate change - specifically flooding - on the capital’s housing stock, featuring data analysis and graphics by Marie Patino.
Westminster cuts cost of planning advice for listed building owners
‘A focus on retaining and refurbishing our much-loved listed housing stock has a powerful role to play in response to the climate emergency’, says council
Lancer Square brings in new PR team
PR agency Luchford has been hired to promote CIT and Bellworth's luxury mixed-use scheme near Kensington Palace.
Pimlico Road design district unites for Ukraine
Online auction to raise funds for the British Red Cross Ukraine Crisis Appeal will feature lots donated by over 30 antiques, art, interiors and collectable retailers
Designing for a balanced life: Guy Matheson of SHH on creating London’s ultimate family homes
Guy Matheson, Director of Architecture at London-based design practice SHH, discusses how the firm became a go-to for high-end homeowners in north London, the impact of changing regulations on luxury design,…
As Edinburgh clamps down on short-term lets, what are the options for property owners and landlords?
Under draft proposals, property owners in the Scottish capital will soon need planning permission to be able to operate short-term lettings - but the lack of clarity around the restrictions is making it…
In Pictures: Historic moated mansion in Essex heads to market at £6.5mn
Once owned by Catherine Parr's grandfather, Stanstead Hall is "a perfect example of a moated Grade II listed country house", says selling agency Savills.
Property developer Candy sets up Chelsea FC bid
Sky Sports reports that Nick Candy "has the funds in place to make a bid for Chelsea this week."
New website promises the ‘definitive guide to development & investment opportunities in London’
Opportunity.London aims to "promote sustainable investment into real estate, regeneration and green infrastructure across London’s boroughs and communities."