Design
Heritage Landmark Living
Historic buildings all over Europe are enjoying a new lease of life as luxury residential hubs
House style: Francis Sultana
Francis Sultana is one of the world’s leading interior designers, as well as CEO of David Gill Gallery in London. Originally from Malta, he lives between an apartment in London’s Albany, a palazzo in Valletta and a Jacobean hunting lodge in Hampshire
El Unico: a spectacular villa in Marbella
Set in the prestigious La Zagaleta estate, this award-winning property takes luxurious turnkey living to new levels, with jaw-dropping views to match its architectural splendour
Building a new country house
In conversation with Lindsay Cuthill, architects George Saumarez Smith and Richard Parr discuss the changing role of the modern British country house.
Building Barcelona
From Modernist masterpieces to beautifully designed private residences, world-class architecture is at the core of daily life in the Catalan capital
5 city art hubs
A vibrant creative scene can drive change in a neighbourhood. We spotlight five new art hubs that offer homebuyers a real buzz
Jasper Conran: A life in houses
Designer Jasper Conran has bought and restored a string of English country houses. He talks about his love affair with these historical beauties
Step inside Laverstoke, as Hampshire’s great estate goes on sale
Laverstoke Park is one of the finest country properties in England – a Palladian mansion set in 1,835 acres of organic farmland, lavishly remodelled by Clare and Jody Scheckter. Here, Clare shares memories of family parties, restoration dramas – and runaway water buffalo
Ancient and modern: the ultimate period home in London
Built in the 1690s, Cloth Hill is one of the oldest houses in Hampstead, but an extensive renovation has made it just right for 21st century life
Placemaking: Bringing New Life to London
Meet the visionaries creating thriving communities across the capital – from The Whiteley to Battersea Power Station
Super Natural: The Ultimate Mallorcan Villa
Designed in harmony with its mountain surroundings, yet with spectacular bespoke interiors, this one-off home in prestigious Son Vida offers contemporary luxury and a genuine sense of escape
Jane Austen’s guide to the property market
The author of Pride and Prejudice was born 250 years ago – yet many of us are still charmed by the novel’s grand houses as well as its memorable characters. So where might the Bennet sisters and Mr Darcy be living today?
