A guide to Mayfair's best streets and squares
10/05/2013
The district of Mayfair in London is an exclusive location popular among city dwellers with a taste for the refined. If you're thinking of moving to the area, take a look at our guide to some of the best streets and squares in which to set up home.
Top tips for creating space when developing a propertyCity centre accommodation can be the top priority for a multitude of people. For professionals it gives them easy access to work and strong transport links for business meetings further afield. For families it provides local amenities just a stone's throw away and a plethora of things to do on a daily basis. However, for property developers space can be a premium when creating these types of accommodation. |
How to make the most of an urban gardenWhen living in the city it is likely that you won't have a great deal of garden space to play with so it is vitally important that you make the most of the area that you do have. It is best not to overly clutter the area because you want to have a space that you can enjoy when the weather is warmer in the summer months. You can do this in a number of different ways, from creating a seating area to adding a fireplace and barbecue that can be enjoyed by yourself and guests. |
Adding sellable elements to an inner city home can increase valueWith the economic climate as it currently is, selling a home is somewhat trickier than it has been in the past so there are some things that people will need to do in order to make the sale go that bit quicker. With a variety of other properties all on the market it is essential that you find ways to make your house one that can be instantly moved into. |
London's preeminent independent art galleriesLondon has some of the best museums and galleries in the world, famous for their scope and size. It also has some delightful, lesser known ones that are just as fabulous. |
Top ten: Cities for an urban padLondon is one of the greatest cities on Earth. But where else is an ideal spot to live in a fashionable and modern urban pad? We've put together this list of the top ten most desirable places to own an apartment. |
Spring art fairs in EuropeSpring is a busy period for the art world, with Europe, the spiritual home of some of the most avant-garde movements of the twentieth century, a positive hive of enthusiastic activity. |
A guide to first-time property buying in LondonPreparing to buy your first property in London should be an exciting experience, but it can be a daunting prospect as well. With property prices higher here than elsewhere, it can take a lot of effort and resolve to find your perfect home. However, persevere and you will be rewarded. |
BBQ party ideas for small gardensIf you live in the city and are lucky enough to own a property with a little garden, you are bound to want to make the most of it. Having some friends round for a summer BBQ is a great way to do so, but you will need to plan carefully if your garden is small. |
5 reasons to buy a new home in LondonIf you are considering buying a new property in London, but are not fully confident about making an investment in the capital, there are many reasons why you should take the plunge. London is well worth purchasing a new house or apartment in, with the guide below detailing some of the strongest arguments of doing so. Tips for keeping on top of bathroom maintenanceHaving a city-centre apartment or house certainly enables you to enjoy a chic, enviable lifestyle. If you do live in this kind of property, however, it is important to stay on top of cleaning and maintaining it. Indeed, if you are not careful it will soon start to lose its elegance, something that may prove to be particularly apparent in your bathroom. A guide to having a barbecue at a special eventWhile many people only bring out their barbecues once summer arrives and the weather is warm enough to sit outside for a few hours, this isn't making the most of your garden equipment. BBQs are also fantastic to have at special events, like weddings. |
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Christmas lights up the capitalIt’s official: you can start getting excited about Christmas as celebrities, sports stars and Disney Princesses have kicked off the festive season by switching on London’s lights. |
Canning Town: the perfect place for a new homeIf you are searching for a new home in the capital and are overwhelmed by the wide choice of boroughs and neighbourhoods, look no further than Canning Town. This corner of London is the ideal place to purchase a property for several reasons. |
Make the most of autumn with BBQ lunchesAfter a busy day in the office, coming home to a long summer's evening and the smell of food cooking on the BBQ is enough to melt away any stresses and strains encountered earlier on. However, the arrival of autumn doesn't mean this has to stop. |
London Film Festival previewsTRAILERS: The BFI London Film Festival kicks off in October for 12 days of cinematic sights and sounds. The event is the biggest of its kind in the UK and despite it being smaller than the famous Cannes or Venice festivals there is still a lot happening around the city. |
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Treasures of the world
Wanderlust seems to be a trend in home décor this year with pieces from all over the globe making it into UK sitting rooms. The look requires items to be from many different locations and have an eclectic feel. Go retro with an iPhone handset
We love new technology but sometimes, at home, wouldn't it be nice to ditch the touch-screen for a phone with a traditional handset? Now, you can plug in your Apple iPhones, iPads and iPod Touches and enjoy a good old gossip Lady Gaga style. |
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