Palazzo Valperga Galleani is one of the most beautiful buildings in Turin. It is located on the very central Via Alfieri and was recently renovated from top to bottom by some of the most talented designers of Italy, who in fact received a prestigious award for their impeccable renovation. The award was given to them by the international portal Archdaily, a leader in the world of design and architecture, which annually awards a best restoration. Despite the competition coming from…
The Splendid Mirror Houses on the Outskirts of Bolzano The Mirror Houses can be found in the north of Italy, not far from Bolzano. Designed by architect Peter Pichler, the two luxury Italian properties are merged in the Alto-Atesine Dolomites, creating a wonderful harmonic fusion between the unique design and the breathtaking setting. The unusual project was commissioned by a client who resides in the area, in a restored farmhouse which dates back to the sixties. The exterior of the…
Milan is constantly expanding, with taller and taller skyscrapers, big residential centers and new development projects throughout the city. It is constantly transforming, as can be seen in the Gae Aulenti square, which houses the tallest skyscraper in the region, the Unicredit Tower. Arata Isozaki, Zaha Hadid and Daniel Libeskind, stars of modern architecture, are working on the project “City Life” for the redevelopment of the historic neighborhood of Fiera Milano, once known as the business hub of the city…
Venice is recognized worldwide as an extraordinary place, bursting with charm and appeal. With such characteristics, the real estate market here is quite attractive, above all for foreigners who are seduced by the cities unique charisma. The French prove to be the principal buyers, followed by the Russians, Germans, Swiss and northern Europeans. The English are more veered toward Tuscany, while the Chinese remain hesitant and continue to assess the situation. There are two main details taken into consideration by…
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…
Following a rather dormant trend, it seems that mountain chalets have come back on the scene, with particular evidence noted in Switzerland and France. The first and foremost reason for this rekindling or admiration toward mountain chalets is the sign of a gradual economic upturn in Europe. Consequently, investors are less apprehensive and gradually getting back in the game. These luxury properties represent secure and profitable investments, destined to increase in value. The average price for a luxury property in…
