The coastal housing market is evolving, with more people choosing to live by the sea full-time rather than just during the holidays.
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Famous for its gorgeous Heath, handsome period properties, atmospheric pubs and superb views of the city skyline, this north London neighbourhood has much for food- and culture-lovers, too
The global travel hubs turned property hotspots
Across the world, cities that were once little more than stopping-off points on the way to somewhere else have blossomed into aspirational locations to live, work and play. Here are four of the best
Andermatt: a new rival to St Moritz?
This Swiss ski town is one of the world’s most coveted resorts, with year-round culture, fine dining and outdoor pursuits – plus a unique exemption from Switzerland’s restriction on foreign property ownership
Why Yorkshire is the coolest region in England
The county’s ruggedly beautiful landscapes and handsome country manors play a starring role in the new film version of Wuthering Heights – and its fabulous restaurants and vibrant arts scene are creating just as much buzz
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The former fashion director at Vogue and co-founder of the inspirational shopping platform Collagerie lives in west London. Here, she reveals her design influences and ethos
The Microhood: De Beauvoir Town
This peaceful neighbourhood in bustling east London has elegant historic houses, lively pubs and a laid-back village feel
The finest eco resorts in the Algarve
The latest luxury developments in southern Portugal combine energy efficiency and sustainability, from passive cooling systems and smart water reuse, to ancient rammed-earth techniques
The Microhood: Richmond
With its royal and rock'n'roll connections, glorious green spaces, excellent shopping and riverside dining, Richmond offers an idyllic blend of town and country
Why international buyers want supersized sports facilities
From padel courts to saunas, private golf courses to training pools, an emphasis on fitness and wellbeing is now a key factor when purchasing property abroad
The independent super-schools shaking up London’s property market
A changing educational landscape is redrawing the map with families keen to live close to the latest openings – including Alleyn’s in Hampstead and Thomas’s in Richmond
House style: Brian Woulfe
The renowned interior designer on crafting soulful spaces, the lessons he learnt from Asia, and his love of a high-end antiques market
How to commission your own home fragrance
Think you’ve finished your design scheme? Think again. No high-end interior is complete without a bespoke scent to match
A garden that works every month of the year
Renowned designer Dan Pearson is revolutionising how we think of our gardening seasons. With imaginative planting, we can enjoy an ever-changing landscape of striking visual interest
THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF COLD-WATER SWIMMING
Taking a chilly plunge can boost energy, improve your metabolism and sharpen clarity and focus – while simply living near a river or the sea can have a positive impact, too
The best ski chalets to rent for the winter season
The joys of the slopes – and the option to work remotely with a mountain view – are drawing many to the majesty of the French and Swiss Alps
The best contemporary garden sculptures
Our increasingly versatile green spaces in both town and country locations are ideal for showcasing exceptional large-scale pieces in stone and steel
