Location: South East

Russell Gooden has been named as the agency's new Head of Sales for Richmond, East Sheen, Kew & Barnes.

Kavita Walker previously spent over a decade at the agency, and returns to build its market share in the area.

Eclectic shortlist revealed for this year's RIBA 'House of the Year' award, ranging from country idylls in Sussex & Cornwall to an innovative self-build in Peckham.

The acquisitions expand Foxtons Group's network into 'new complementary growth markets', adding thousands of tenancies to the Plc's lettings portfolio.

'Sales volumes in our markets continue to recover, and we are well placed to continue to unlock the value within our business' says boss Guy Gittins.

'Having a physical office is important to us and our clients,' says estate agency boss, as the team moves into larger premises.

Miles & Barr is Lomond's 64th business acquisition, as the firm continues its Southern expansion drive.

Tim Firth will cover the Weybridge & Walton-on-Thames area for the boutique firm, set up by former Savills duo Andrew Giller & David Carter.

High-end brokerage adds two new advisors targeting prime markets beyond the capital.

Halifield Land temporarily closed after director Jason Hobbs fell ill; the firm and its founder are now back in action, seeking development site in London and the South East.

Tommy Newbigging has moved from Carter Jonas to Savills.