Chris Dietz: How dark sky initiatives can enhance property values & quality of life
Dark Sky Communities are redefining urban living by reducing light pollution, says the Leading Real Estate Companies of the World boss - boosting property values, slashing energy costs, and generally improving quality of life...
How adaptive reuse principles can help transform global development
It’s exciting to realise that we don’t have to demolish older buildings, says Chris Dietz of Leading Real Estate Companies of the World; instead, we can transform them into something new & functional.
In Pictures: Bhutan’s ‘Mindfulness City’ masterplan is ‘a global example of how to build a sustainable human presence on Earth’
Spreading across more than 1,000km² near the Indian border, ambitious proposals for a new city at Gelephu promise 'a cradle for growth & innovation,' say architects.
Beyond the eco-conscious affluent: Is there a green premium for new homes?
Consumer sentiment is increasing towards more sustainable "green" homes, say Lucy Greenwood & Patrick Eve of Savills, but only larger homes achieve a "green" premium.
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OB Private boosts Mayfair team
Luxury agency's new hire, Joe Mason, brings experience from Savills’ flagship Knightsbridge and Sloane Street offices
Green light for new Finchatton apartment scheme in Knightsbridge
Super-prime developer to transform two historic townhouses just around the corner from Harrods; promises 'best product to date'.
Deal sealed on £18.75mn Holland Park townhouse
'When an exceptional house is correctly priced, demand can be strong,' reports agency.
London Square picks up prominent Ransome’s Wharf site opposite Chelsea Embankment
Property developer continues its dramatic run of prime London site acquisitions since becoming part of Aldar in late 2023.
Peak Luxury: Four Seasons penthouses to go on sale in Gstaad
Global hospitality firm appointed to manage 'iconic' property in glitzy Swiss ski resort.
In Pictures: A-list-approved Caribbean estate asks $39mn
'Legendary' villa at Amanyara in the Turks & Caicos Islands is the most expensive listing in the region right now.
In Pictures: Chelsea Waterfront’s Powerhouse reaches completion
Painstaking 15-year project has transformed a century-old SW London landmark into a striking new luxury apartment scheme.
Investec backs Wentworth Estate super-home project
£11.5mn loan tees up latest endeavour by luxury developer Applegate Homes.
Carter Jonas installs national resi sales boss
Dominic Bruneau will oversee the agency's network of 14 resi sales teams across the UK.
NDAs in prime property transactions: Essential privacy tool or negotiation hazard?
Top buying agent Jazmin Atkins evaluates the pros and cons of using confidentiality agreements in elite-level real estate deals.
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Those able to hold their nerve could capitalise on the current mood of uncertainty & high levels of quality stock, says agency.