Miscellanea
Ranked: The world’s most expensive cities to live in
Hong Kong tops Mercer’s annual cost of living survey for another year, but the pound’s performance against the dollar has pushed London into the top 20
Martin’s MD launches inspiring volunteering platform
"Everyone has the gift of time and many people have skills, extraordinary or not, that could change or improve the health, state of mind and wellbeing of people in need", says Richard Bourne as he launches…
How the super-rich conquered London
London is an "Alpha City", declares Professor Rowland Atkinson
Virtual Reality: The final frontier…for now
Boutique agency owner Simon Rose recently bit the bullet and made a big investment in VR software to enhance the experience for his potential buyers - but has it paid off?
On getting the country moving again
The housing market swung back into action this month, but how can clients stay safe while moving home? Master remover Anthony Ward Thomas has the answers...
Historic urn ruling questions whether artefacts are part of listed buildings
A Supreme Court decision on the sale of a pair of historic C18th urns could have important consequences for listed property owners.
Rich List 2020: The UK’s 50 wealthiest property tycoons
How have the likes of the Reubens, the Zakays and the Barclays fared in the face of Covid-19?
Grosvenor calls on Kew Gardens experts for Grosvenor Square redesign
GBI is working with the team at Wakehurst, Kew’s wild botanic garden in Sussex, on proposals to create a 'biodiverse, natural haven' in the middle of Mayfair
New sensor-based system to manage safe distancing on construction sites
Visilean says 'radical enhancement' to its service will help housebuilders get back to work safely
Rock god battles another basement in Holland Park
Just when things seemed to have quietened down on Melbury Road, rock god Jimmy Page has become embroiled in another planning row over proposed excavation works near his Grade I listed mansion, The Tower…
EcoWorld recruits household names for new Instagram series
Developer wants to help people stay 'healthy, calm, and entertained' during the lockdown period, and has put together a series of workshops and sessions with Masterchef’s Zaleha Olpin, The Royal Ballet’s Oliv…
On the lure of privacy and seclusion
'Owning and controlling your view, however small, is real wealth', as one client said to Charlie Wells...