Green upgrades boost property values by an average of up to 16%
"We expect that the energy efficiency of a home will increasingly be a priority for buyers in the next few years," says Rightmove, which has released data that suggests "people are willing to pay an extra premium for a home better designed for the future.”
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.
2020 Vision: Luxury property trend predictions for the year ahead
Prime resi insiders weigh-in on the big property market, design and lifestyle trends for the next 12 months
The Value of Community: ‘Sustainable urbanism’ offers dividends for property developers & homeowners
Homes built on the principles of sustainable urbanism - with an emphasis on character and community - achieve higher residential development values and can maintain house price premiums, according to research…
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Regent’s Park’s ‘White House’ reportedly set to resell at £190mn
The deal would represent a significant uplift in The Holme's value since 2024.
What WOW!house says about the future of super-prime interiors
PrimeResi tours the annual interiors showcase in Chelsea Harbour, featuring 22 installations by top studios including Martin Kemp, Albion Nord, Rigby & Rigby and Elicyon.
Plans submitted for significant 89-home refurb scheme in South Ken
Wellcome is looking to upgrade a portfolio of 34 townhouses on Evelyn Gardens, transforming former student accommodation into high spec homes.
Penthouse overlooking Lord’s makes market debut, seeking £10mn minimum bid
Home of Cricket-facing apartment with 100-ft terrace is being offered for sale for the first time, with all proceeds due to go to charity.
In Pictures: Caudwell unveils €29m Riviera trophy home with Windsor links
Marquee residence at Le Provençal is the region's biggest new listing this spring, says developer.
Dexters buys another London estate agency
Fraser & Co operates four branches in London and an outpost in Hong Kong.
Forecasts Recast: Influential analysts downgrade prime property prospects as outlook darkens
Knight Frank, JLL, Savills and Strutt & Parker have all cut house price forecasts in the last few weeks. PrimeResi checks where the market stands as we head into H2.
KFH hires ex-Foxtons director for senior lettings role
Suzi Robertson was previously Foxtons' first female front office director.
Heavyweight property companies exit FTSE 100
Berkeley Group and Rightmove are both being relegated from the UK's index of corporate giants.
UAE developer puts down roots in Prime Central London
Dubai-based operator opens Knightsbridge office as Gulf property groups continue to make moves in the capital.
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Knight Frank names new UK Managing Partner
The property consultancy's Head of Commercial will step up to lead the UK business when Stephen Clifton retires next year.
KFH recruits ex-Foxtons director for Sales MD role
Another senior industry figure joins the Lomond-owned agency's leadership ranks.
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Housing market ‘pace of decline shows signs of stabilising’ – RICS
Metrics on property prices, buyer demand & agreed sales volumes all declined in May, but not as fast as in previous months.
‘Each UK region has 20-30% fewer homes to rent than before the pandemic’ – Zoopla
Property portal warns of a 'two-speed' rental market as headline price growth eases.