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The best equestrian properties
There’s a growing demand for rural homes with stables and paddocks, from horse-mad families as well as polo players and professional trainers. Here’s how to make your romantic riding dream a reality
House Style: Charu Gandhi
Meet Charu Gandhi, the founder of Elicyon, a Kensington-based architecture and design studio. She talks to Portfolio about her style, her influences and a most unusual client request
The spots to moor a luxury yacht
From the Caribbean island of Antigua to France, Mallorca and Montenegro, here are the leading locations for buyers seeking a prime property with a private mooring or easy access to a five-star marina
The £10 million-plus market that’s defying the downturn
London’s super-prime sector has remained buoyant in the face of economic headwinds. What’s the secret of its remarkable resilience?
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
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
Discover Denham Place
From European kings to Hollywood royalty: the exceptional palace you could call home
The Savills Garden at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2023
This year’s offering isn’t just a feast for the eyes: many of the plants on display will make the journey from plot to plate over the course of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show
The furniture trends from Milan design week
The Salone del Mobile draws the world’s leading designers to Italy every spring – and heralds the interior trends coming your way, from curvy sofas and bold colours to soft textures, all with a sense of fun
Chelsea’s Show-Stopping Gardening Trends
The sun shone on the RHS Chelsea Flower Show this spring, highlighting the latest developments, from softer palettes to more sustainable designs
House Style: André Fu
André Fu, one of the most in-demand interior designers in Asia, talks to Portfolio about relaxed luxury and his love of Bauhaus architecture
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
Why Londoners love a mews
Mews houses are now among the most coveted properties in London. They have timeless period appeal – and, with sensitive renovation, can be surprisingly spacious
Fall in love with this Paris apartment
Renowned interior architect Fabrice Juan has remodelled an apartment close to Avenue George V in spectacular style. He explains how he honoured the property’s neoclassical heritage while adding some playful touches
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
The Microhood: Wimbledon Village
Famed for world-class tennis and lush green spaces, this southwest London enclave offers outdoor highlights – and a dog-friendly cocktail lounge
Take the plunge with your own swimming pond
For modern, forward-thinking landowners, a beautifully landscaped natural pool is the ultimate garden feature
Game, set and match for this Wimbledon house
An interior stylist has served up an ace with her immaculately restored family home in SW19
The latest inside-out trends
A stylish transition between indoors and out has never been easier to achieve, thanks to new furniture and lighting from forward-thinking designers
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
House Style: Naomi Astley Clarke
Meet the London-based interior designer who’s also a member of Mensa. She talks to Portfolio about her influences, her signature style and the joy of antique finds
Secret gardens in the heart of London
The private green spaces at the centre of Notting Hill, Knightsbridge and Chelsea’s elegant squares are prized by residents as a place to escape the bustle of the city and enjoy a unique community spirit
Out of the ordinary: a Mallorcan cave house
Bought on a whim almost 20 years ago, this unusual finca built into a hillside has provided many magical family moments
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
A new home after divorce
House hunting after a split requires radical thinking – and a colour scheme to match
The Microhood: Marylebone Village
A look at the bijou London locations offering the best of city life – within walking distance of your front door
How yacht design is influencing interiors
Superyacht owners demand the highest levels of quality, craftsmanship and precision – and the high-spec finishes and innovative materials required to meet those exacting standards are now being seen in luxury homes
The best wine regions in Europe and beyond
You don’t have to own a vineyard to enjoy the cuisine and countryside in a viticultural hotspot such as Tuscany, Bordeaux or Stellenbosch. With wine tourism a fast-growing trend, properties here can be a rental investment, too
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
The Rise of the Luxe New-Build
The latest generation of luxury apartments – with top-notch services to match – is trumping traditional-style homes
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
