Archive: April 2014

Xalima Island Villa: Cutting-edge Design

By nature architects are capable of imagining the unthinkable and bringing it to life. This is the case with renowned Madrid architect Daniel Martin Ferrero, chief executive of the prestigious Spanish Martin Ferrero Architecture Studio. His most recent work, Xalima Island personifies his daring creativity in a fearless design perched on a cliff. Daniel Martin Ferrero has publicized the initial interpretations of the innovative project, which is still in the conceptual phase. The deluxe home is to be built on…

Sardinia: A Resilient Real Estate Market

In a period in which the real estate market is experiencing a serious moment of crisis, Sardinia has put up quite the fight, thanks to sought-after locations such as Porto Cervo and Porto Rotondo. After such a relatively noted downturn, owners of luxury apartments and villas in Sardinia demonstrate that the Sardinian residential property market has recovered showing renewed interest in the island’s residential properties. Considering the trend of prices from 2008 to today, the two important touristic locations along…

Brazil Fears a Property Bubble

Following numerous years of growth, Brazil has begun to fear the onset of a real estate bubble. In recent years a great number of foreign investors have invested in luxury residences in Brazil. Subsequently, leading to financial growth in the Brazilian economy in preparations for the Football World Championships and the Olympics which will take place in two years time in Rio de Janeiro. However, there have been a number of alarm bells and the experts at AFP fear that…

Sofia Vergara’s Dream Residence in Beverly Hills

Colombian model and actress Sofia Vergara has earned something like 30 million dollars in the past two years. That said, it isn’t surprising to hear that she has treated herself to a luxurious property that amounts to a third of this overwhelming number. Sofia likes to invest her money in big projects, after having a look at this magnificent high-end residence in Beverly Hills, with a value of 10.6 million dollars, it is clear that the model has a flare…

Economic Boom in the Philippines: Real Estate Deals in Sight

The rapid economic development throughout the Philippines hasn’t gone unnoticed by investors. Many of whom, according to a recent publication in “Urban Land Institute” are showing a strong interest  in high-end properties in the Philippines. The real estate market in the capital Manila has been classified as the fourth most desirable city for real estate investments in new constructions with profitable prospects. This is merit to an extraordinary 360° development that is gradually changing the face of Manila. So much…

Richard Gere’s Luxury Residence Has Been Reduced

Within the space of a year, Strongheart Manor, Richard Gere’s luxurious abode in North Haven has been reduced by 9 million dollars, going from 65 million dollars to 56 million dollars, just under 41 million euro. The original construction dates back to 1902, and the property has since been subject to various renovations and upgrades, including the addition of two guest apartments. The deluxe residence is immersed in lush nature, with a total of twelve bedrooms and twelve bathrooms. The…

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