Insight
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Italy’s eternal cities
The fabulous landscapes, food and architecture of the Bel Paese have long been magnets for second-home owners, but now its urban hotspots are inspiring international investors to choose the country as a base
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The Family Appeal Of Lateral Living
A new wave of high-end London apartment developments is luring multigenerational households away from the townhouse. How? With luxe design and excellent amenities for children
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The Rise Of The Ultra-Tenant
A trend for choosing to rent rather than buy has emerged among a surprising demographic – super-prime clients in the world’s property hotspots
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The Microhood: Upper Street, Islington
A look at the bijou London locations offering the best of city life – within walking distance of your front door
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Key trends from the 2024 RHS Chelsea Flower Show
Sustainability, innovative tech, natural shapes and a gorgeous array of colours were the hallmarks of the finest garden displays this year
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The Microhood: Belgravia
A look at the bijou London locations offering the best of city life – within walking distance of your front door
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Gate expectations: Surrey’s private estates
Offering superb properties, security and swift access to London, prestigious addresses such as the Wentworth Estate and St George’s Hill are easily outperforming the prime market in Surrey, a new Savills report reveals
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Five reasons why Bayswater is on the up
This central London neighbourhood is raising its game, with high-end developments and luxury hotels luring buyers to a newly fashionable part of town
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Which ski resorts offer fun for all the family?
Prestigious Alpine hotspots now promise far more than pistes and powder – they’re appealing to multigeneration groups with water parks, concert halls, toboggan runs and luxury labels
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Creating a forest for the future
Planting trees is an enduring way to enhance the environment and do your bit for biodiversity. So how best to make a woodland that will stand the test of time?
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How Quiet Luxury Is Inspiring Interiors
The trend for low-key luxe, which started on the international catwalks, has now moved into our homes
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The Microhood: Victoria Park Village
A look at the bijou London locations offering the best of city life – within walking distance of your front door
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Which world cities will see the highest price rises in 2024?
From Sydney and Dubai to Cape Town, Madrid and Barcelona, a new Savills report reveals the prime urban markets for capital value growth
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Three Valleys High: Where to Buy in the World’s Biggest Ski Resort
The vast 3Vs region in southeast France offers off-piste adventure and Michelin-starred cuisine – along with an impressive choice of chalets
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Scotland takes the lead as the UK’s prime market performer
Demand for prime properties in Edinburgh and Glasgow has pushed the country into the top spot
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Mountain high: the best ski resorts to buy in
From Aspen in Colorado to fast-rising Andermatt in Switzerland, the Savills Ski Report reveals the winter-sports locations across the globe with the best conditions – and the highest asking prices
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The Microhood: Knightsbridge
A look at the bijou London locations offering the best of city life – within walking distance of your front door
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Late-Life Luxury Living
Developers are creating a wealth of appealing homes offering wellness, culture and sociability
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Club class: the best golf resorts in Europe
From handsome Scottish links courses to sun-drenched fairways in Portugal, Spain and France, here are the prime places to combine a round of golf with a luxury lifestyle – and year-round rental opportunities
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More than just Como: where to buy in the Italian lakes
From Orta’s timeless beauty to Maggiore’s authentic charm, this scenic region is replete with style – and a clutch of extraordinary homes
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No plane, huge gain: the best flight-free spots in Europe
Many second-home buyers are opting for areas they can reach by road or rail – the south of France and Italy are prime territory for the slow-travel crowd
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The Rise of the Luxe New-Build
The latest generation of luxury apartments – with top-notch services to match – is trumping traditional-style homes
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The Microhood: Marylebone Village
A look at the bijou London locations offering the best of city life – within walking distance of your front door
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Land of plenty: how to buy an Irish estate
A heritage home in the verdant Irish countryside offers peace, privacy – and the potential for hundreds of acres of farmland
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Global vision: the best places to buy a second home
From classic destinations such as the Côte d’Azur to newcomer the Palm Jumeirah in Dubai, a new Savills index reveals the standout locations for a holiday home
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The Microhood: Wimbledon Village
A look at the bijou London locations offering the best of city life – within walking distance of your front door
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Portugal’s New Wave
The past decade has seen the country become a high-tech hotspot, luring international relocators with a mix of historic charm, year-round sun and tax incentives
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The Microhood: Clerkenwell
A new series looks at the bijou London locations that offer the best of city life within easy walking distance of your front door
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London’s crowning glories: how prime property has changed since the last coronation
When Elizabeth II was crowned in 1953, homes in Mayfair, Knightsbridge and Kensington were highly desirable – but Notting Hill and Shoreditch were decades away from becoming fashionable. We look at the very different London which just witnessed the coronation of Charles III
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Made in Manhattan: a tour of New York’s prime borough
From soaring skyscrapers overlooking Central Park to fashionable loft living, Manhattan offers something for everyone. Here Kane Manera from Corcoran provides the lowdown on five quintessential New York neighbourhoods