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The Journal

Guides
St James, Barbados

 

Framed by the azure expanses of the Caribbean Sea, Saint James has long occupied a singular place in Barbados' identity. It defines the island's treasured west coast, where beachfront mansions, pristine beaches, and some of the world's most exclusive resorts line the shore.

Lifestyle
Coombe Estate

 

There are a few spaces in London where city living and the feeling of the countryside naturally blend. Set among the wooded landscapes of South West London, Coombe Estate offers a rare sense of privacy, security and an elevated lifestyle, where substantial residences sit tucked behind mature greenery and winding roads, creating a feel of quiet seclusion. Despite this, central London remains within close proximity, making Coombe particularly appealing to those seeking a more private interpretation of the capital.

Design & Architecture
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Mid-century modern design continues to inspire interior enthusiasts and appears frequently across popular television and film. At its heart, the style champions simplicity, functionality and organic forms, with a colour palette that successfully reflects these principles.

Company News
From Instagram to a £16.5 Million Chelsea Sale

 

UK Sotheby’s International Realty has completed the sale of a substantial six-bedroom house on Tregunter Road after competing interest from buyers, with a sale agreed within one week of the property launching online.

The Market
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There has been a seismic shift in how marketing and sales operate across myriad industries over the last decade, and prime property is no exception. While the broader impact of social media on consumer behaviour has been dissected and debated at length, its particular role in luxury real estate is a more interesting story than most.