Main image: Belgrave Square in 1961 (image by Ben-Brooksbank)
Why Belgrave Square is set to become London’s most sought-after residential address
James Bailey explores how the migration of embassies to Nine Elms could turn Belgrave Square into London's number one mansion address by 2025

James Bailey is Chief Executive of Henry & James, Belgravia and Chelsea’s premier estate agent for residential sales and lettings. Established by Henry Brahm, father of the current CEO Pierre Brahm, Henry & James markets fine properties to both UK and international buyers.
‘A corner has been turned’: Why I think the London market is set for a successful year
Significant deals are being agreed as realism about the present combines with optimism about the future, writes James Bailey
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'Groundbreaking' study by Cadogan & Create Streets looks into what really makes a place tick, providing ten key steps for developers, architects, planning authorities and landowners to follow, and explaining…
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Itani expands Global Branded Residences with significant new hires
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