Tag: spain
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Metropolitan luxury design
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For state-of-the-art costa del sol urban project Interview with Eric Kuster. Palo Alto Marbella Interior Designer. Palo Alto Marbella is much more than an urbanisation. It has, according to its developers, been created to become a destination in its own right – a master plan for a cutting-edge, contemporary, cosmopolitan community of…
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Breathe – Revolutionary Design and dining concept in Marbella
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With environmental issues being on most people’s conscience these days, BREATHE™ are certainly setting the bar with their pioneering eco-friendly design concept – putting themselves, as well as Marbella, well and truly on the map. Home & Lifestyle Magazine was invited to meet the interior designer, Marta del Ganso, for this newly-opened mega…
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HÁBITAT IN VALENCIA INTERNATIONAL PLATFORM FOR “MADE IN SPAIN” DESIGN
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Valencia regional president Ximo Puig highlighted the importance of design during an official visit to this year’s Hábitat fair. Inaugurating the ENAD Congress (organised by Encuentro Nacional de Asociaciones de Diseño), Puig said the “strength of creativity inspired by design” provided a response to homogenisation generated by globalisation. …
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Bathroom Inspiration
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Bathrooms have become less fussy in the design of their sanitary-ware, which has allowed furniture items to creep into the room and give the space a softer feel. These days it is not unusual to find a statement chair, artwork or chandelier appearing in the bathroom, making this area of your home less of a functional and stark…
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Flourishing Floors
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It is amazing how a simple piece of textile in a room, such as a rug, can transform it from a space that feels cold and cavernous into an inviting and cosy area. Rugs provide texture and dimension. A bold design can add an artistic focus to the room, while a neutral design creates subtle warmth. Tassels, geometric patterns,multi-textured…
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State-of-the-Art Connectivity and Smooth Sounds
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The Cylinders family is part of the VD-Line collection designed by landscape architect Vladimir Djurovic for Architettura Sonora. It is highlighted by clear-cut lines and discreet elegance, and is available in various combinations of materials, as well as a wide choice of sound modules set up to harmonise with diverse landscapes and…
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Storage Your Organised Home
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A tidy home means a tidy mind… here are some ideas on how to achieve this! This Skagerak coat hanger has a built-in ledge above for added storage space. Available from BoConcept Plus Store on the Mijas Road and C. de Negocios Oasis in Marbella (www.plusstore.es). …
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Living It Up
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We are officially entering into winter, so staying at home and getting cosy on our favourite sofa while watching a Netflix boxset seems like an excellent idea for these cooler evenings. The winter months throw the living room into the limelight and it is therefore a good time to consider…
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Chilling Out This Winter – Outdoor Lounging
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During the winter months here in southern Europe, we generally have more opportunities to enjoy our outdoor living space than our northern European counterparts. With many of the outdoor furniture brands that are available here on the Coast becoming increasingly more innovative – featuring cutting-edge furniture design and weatherproof materials…
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Spa Life
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The new Palermo 2018 is ideal for a family spa. This beautiful spa is highly durable, ergonomic and energy-efficient with two reclining seats, a captain seat, and two regular seats. There are two fountain jets, aromatic therapy and an audio system that comes as standard. Available from Wellis in Calle Juan de la Cierva in Marbella (www.wellisspa.es).…
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Windows, Doors and Floors
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Arkety porcelain tile from Baldocer is highly durable and non-porous. Available from Mercasur in Pol. Ind. Estepona (www.mercasurestepona.com). Pergo’s Manor Oak laminate flooring has a vintage look and appears like real wood, offering exceptional resistance to water. It features a silk matte finish…
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When your Kitchen Is King
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The kitchen is no longer just a functional room for preparing food and cleaning dishes. Nowadays the kitchen takes pride of place in the home, being one of if not the most important areas for the family to come together to prepare and enjoy a meal – and relax. With technology and cutting-edge design…
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Eating Out At Home – Inspirational Outdoor Life
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It is simple human nature to enjoy a meal in the great outdoors, taking in the beauty of natural vegetation, the nuances of natural sunlight and perhaps a mountain or sea view while savouring a lovely meal with family and/or friends. Living in southern Europe we are lucky enough to have the opportunity…
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Heating Up The Home
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Now the winter is upon us, there are some hugely attractive and innovative heating options available on the market to warm up our cockles and beautify our homes – whether it is inside or out on the terrace. Here are some great ideas… The EcoSmart bioethanol Ark 40 fire is made from…
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The New Pizza Romano – Puente Romano
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Home & Lifestyle Magazine was invited to savour Puente Romano’s newest addition to their gastronomic portfolio, Pizza Romano. Puente Romano has launched a new Italian poolside restaurant – Pizza Romano. There is outside dining where you can sit and enjoy al fresco dining under a…
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Spanish Capital Gains Tax ON THE SALE OF A PROPERTY IN SPAIN
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Article supplied by Welex Lawyers & Accountants When you sell a property in Spain, you must take into account that the profit you obtain is subject to tax. This is the Spanish capital gains tax, which is also known as “ganancias patrimoniales”. The current applicable rate of the Spanish capital gains tax is 19 per…
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HOME & LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE CELEBRATES ITS TENTH ANNIVERSARY!
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In 2008, Home & Lifestyle Magazine was launched by Tanya Francis, who had a strong background in publishing and a love for home decoration. Two years later, Tanya decided to move on to pastures new and Sally Cullens, with her wealth of experience within the publishing world and a passion for interior design,…
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COSTA WOMEN – NEW BOOK ON LIVING IN SPAIN
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Costa Women have released the second in a series of free ebooks sharing stories and advice from members who have followed their dream and moved to Spain. “Spain & Me” has been compiled and edited by Ali Meehan, founder of Costa Women, with chapters written by other members. Speaking about her reasons for creating the book, Ali said, “Possibly the most asked and answered…
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YACHT CHARTER RENTAL – MEMORABLE BOAT TRIPS IN MARBELLA
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For an experience to remember on the sea, Yacht Charter Rentals offer “an exciting array of sailing packages to ensure you have the time of your life on the water in and around Marbella and Puerto Banús”. The packages include various water sports activities, such as jet skis, banana boats, kayaks and paddle surfing.…
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PROTEC GROUP – DIVERSE RANGE OF LUXURY HOME BUILDING SERVICES
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Protec Group is a construction and refurbishment company in the heart of the Costa del Sol that focuses on new constructions of villas, houses and apartments as well as renovations. Since 1996 they have also been working on the manufacture, distribution and installation of windows and doors of the highest quality. Protec Group offer…
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BEDS & MORE – SWEET DREAMS WITH HYPNOS
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The prestigious range of beds by British family-run bed-making company Hypnos is now available exclusively on the Costa del Sol at Beds & More. Carrying the Royal Warrant, Hypnos have been practising and perfecting the art of making luxury pocket spring beds by hand since Edwardian days. With over 100 years of bedmaking experience…
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RESIDENCIAS LUJOSAS VITALUX – TEN YEARS OF DEDICATION AND SUCCESS
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It is sometimes said that modesty is an ornament. For Doris Kavcic, owner of real estate company “Residencias Lujosas Vitalux, S.L.”, however, that also raises the question: do you get further in life without it? This is the 10th year of “Vitalux” and she admits quite freely, “It fills me with joy and…
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UNCORKING A SPECIAL EVENING OF FINE CHAMPAGNE AND CAVIAR
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This summer the exclusive Owners Club at Puente Romano hosted the launch of VIP Wine Services, a specialist fine wine and Champagne supplier founded by wine lover and expert connoisseur Alex Little. In the elegant surroundings of the five-star resort, guests listened to a brief introduction before enjoying a delightful summer evening tasting exclusive and…
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EXHIBITION OF TIMELESS PHOTOS AT WANSON GALLERY
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This summer, Vertigo owner Jean-Claude Maillard hosted an exhibition of timeless photography at the Art Wanson Gallery in the Marbella Club Hotel. A former leading international photographer who worked for top brands including Chanel, Paco Rabanne and Neiman-Marcus, Jean-Claude invited a select group of guests to the gallery to enjoy drinks, canapés…
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GLOBAL FUND-RAISING EVENT HELD AT MARBELLA’S CASCADA COCINA & BAR
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Cascada Cocina & Bar helped organize the second Marbella Charity Night at their restaurant in August, raising money for the Free a Girl Foundation. The foundation is an international organisation dedicated to freeing girls from prostitution, providing them with shelter and prosecuting offenders.…
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BARCELÓ MÁLAGA – Award-Winning Décor… and Rooftop Hotspot
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Barceló Málaga’s innovative “lobby art” has been honoured with a new award. Veredictas, organisers of the 18th edition of the Premios Letra – annual awards that recognise excellence in visual and graphic communication within decorative surroundings – presented the hotel with a best sign-writing silver award for its B-Lounge lobby design project. The project was created and…
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Sand Castles in Spain… AND THE SALT SERIES
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Winners of the DJI Drone Photography Award, Markel Redondo and Tom Hegen have presented diverse new bodies of work at ThePrintsSpace gallery. Sand Castles (part II) provides a perspective on Spain’s 3.4 million abandoned houses; while The Salt Series documents salt production across Europe. In early 2018, Redondo spent 15 days driving across southern…
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Visual Exploration OF SIMULATED LIVING
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Copenhagen-based collective Sara Galbiati, Peter Eriksen and Tobias Markussen won the 2018 BJP International Photography Award with their series The Merge. The winning entry in this 14th edition of the annual British Journal of Photography competition is described as “an in-depth investigation into artificial intelligence and robotics, which aims to explore and visually interpret…
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CHILI GOURMET – AUTUMN CULINARY CREATION for the Home Kitchen
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Now that autumn is upon us, it’s the season for colder days, Halloween, pumpkins… and, of course, a recipe for this delicious pumpkin soup. Whatever the occasion or catering requirements, our menu suggestions from Chili Gourmet by Helle Barlebo are an excellent starting point. Home cooks are always thinking about creative new…
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VIP ENVIRONMENT – CONTEMPORARY STYLE WITH FIRST-CLASS GERMAN QUALITY
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Interview with Philip Wilding and photos by Toomas Reigo: www.toomasreigo.com You are a new business on the Coast…. What ade you settle on Marbella? We have had a holiday home in Marbella for a few years and love the lifestyle. We work hard and play hard and we both enjoy…
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ESTUCO INTERIOR DESIGN – ECLECTIC FLAIR WITH A NATURAL TOUCH
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Interview with Christina Poveromo Estuco Interiors is a well-established company. Can you tell us how you started? Christel and I formed a business partnership together in 2000 after having known each other for many years. The timing was perfect as we had been offered two show flats in Los Arqueros, which gave us…
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WELLIS WHIRLPOOL – CREATING AN OASIS OF PEACE AND RELAXATION AT HOME IN MARBELLA
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Wellis Whirlpool incorporate a variety of energy-efficient features that have the benefit of extremely low operating costs. They also offer the guarantee and efficiency of their own manufacturing factory in Europe. They produce optimal quality and premium whirlpools with a price to performance ratio that no other retailer can offer, as well as…
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ALEJANDRO GIMÉNEZ – CREATING HARMONY, BEAUTY AND PEACE
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Both an architect and an interior designer, Alejandro Giménez was born in Málaga in 1972. He studied in Spain and America before graduating from Sevilla’s College of Architecture in 1999. His style is heavily influenced by the style of architecture where he lives and where he grew up on southern Spain’s Mediterranean coast. However, he…
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CHIC BESPOKE FURNITURE WITH A HOMELY TOUCH
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What were Benington’s origins? After many years of cooperation with Sia Home Fashion – we have run five Sia stores in Stockholm – I chose to start my own brand, Benington. Where does the name Benington come from? The name came to my head after a visit, for personal reasons,…
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BATHROOM TRENDS
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Transform your functional bathroom into a wonderful living space with a beautiful sink or bathtub where you will want to spend time relaxing and rejuvenating after a long day. The Verona teak wooden cabinet and stone washbasin by Bathco make a stunning combination. Available from Mercasur in Pol. Ind. Estepona (www.mercasurestepona.com), Proinco in Estepona (Pol.Ind.…
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BEDROOMS THAT BEDAZZLE
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Making your bedroom a special place where you can relax properly and obtain the best night’s sleep does not necessarily have to take a lot of effort. Good storage solutions help create an orderly room, which is good for the mind and helps you sleep better. Using calming colours and scents and clever…
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Keeping Us Suspended
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The Icon collection in Luci Italiane’s Morisini range features a charming print with birds sitting in their cages. Available from Casasola Décor near Torre Real (www.casasoladecor.com). Arturo Alvarez’s Tempo pendant lamp range features a painted stainless-steel mesh which has been crafted into delicate pleats that give the collection an especially attractive…
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Window Solutions
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By dressing your windows you control the amount of light entering the room and give yourself privacy and security, as well as adding more style to the room. Here are some ideas… The pattern plissé blinds by Jab Anstoetz Systems offer an attractive sun protection solution, absorbing light at varying degrees. The pleats are twisted by…
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THE CUSHION REVOLUTION
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Spruce up your chairs and sofas with some new cushions this autumn. While adding extra comfort to your seating, they also finish off the look of the room. Here are some great ideas… Designers Guild’s new fabric ranges are rich in colour, celebrate nature and feature sumptuous materials which you can mix and match. Each…
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Tick Tock… Functional yet decorative, a clock for your home is a must.
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This Fritz Hansen wall clock is made of matte cotton paper handmade in a Swedish paper mill using traditional papermaking methods, with the time embossed on the paper showing two watermarks when the clock is held up against light. Available from BoConcept Plus Store on the Mijas Road and C. de Negocios Oasis in Marbella…
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HOME & LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE MAY/JUNE 2018 ONLINE EDITION
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Read the May/June 2018 Edition of Home & Lifestyle Magazine online here! Here is the May/June 2018 edition of Home & Lifestyle Magazine! Just click on the front cover below to view it online! Home & Lifestyle Magazine is an English publication based in Marbella, Spain. It is distributed free of charge…
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HOW ARK CREATES EXPERIENCES ON THE COSTA DEL SOL
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The ARK team has one mission: to create experiences that transcend through each of our projects, becoming a masterpiece that people can enjoy. In this article we would like to show you what makes us different as a team during the process of creating a villa on the Costa del…
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Using a Digital Certificate in Spain – Article supplied by Welex Lawyers & Accountants
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A digital certificate is needed to identify yourself on the internet and to conduct any kind of formal transaction or business. By using the digital certificate, your personal data is protected each time you want to make an online transaction. The digital certificate is available for both natural persons and…
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Spanish Tax on Income for Non-Tax Residents in Spain – Article supplied by Welex Lawyers & Accountants
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November, 2017 How do you fulfil your income tax obligation in Spain in the event that you are a non-tax resident? Following you will find some aspects to consider when filing Spanish tax declaration form number 210. The so-called Tax on Non-Resident Income (IRNR) concerns individuals and legal entities who do not…
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FIVE TOP TIPS FOR RESIDENTS IN SPAIN
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If you’ve just upped sticks, sold your home and moved to Spain, you are in good company. According to Regency for Expats, “You’ll be joining the ranks of millions of globally mobile people who have chosen to expand their horizons and are now enjoying the thrills and spills of life…
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WHAT IS HAPPENING WITH Respiratory Health in Spain?
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By Rachel Garrod As you may know I have a special interest in the physiotherapy management of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). This long-term condition is generally caused by cigarette smoking but can also have genetic factors. COPD leads to impairment in lung function with patients suffering breathlessness on exertion,…
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Be Careful
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Not To Over-Expose Yourself This Winter As winter approaches and the temperature drops, people – particularly the elderly and those with a pre-existing heart or lung disease – are advised to wrap up warmly and avoid the cold as much as possible. Medics around the world have long recognised…
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Property Doctor
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The Property Doctor The Internet – Your Property’s BIGGEST Shop Window! By Sean Woolley Various recent studies have shown that 90 per cent of prospective buyers begin their hunt for an overseas property on the internet. This is a startling figure, although perhaps not wholly surprising. The internet has enabled…
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Spanish Tax Reform – Rental Income from Real Estate in Spain
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Leading experts in their respective fields bring us up-to-date with latest news , legal initiatives and information of interest to expatriates living or spending time in Spain. This issue we offer an introduction to the Spanish tax system concerning the income you could generate out of properties located in Spain.…
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Keeping It In The Family
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Most people think the wine trade is a fun thing to be involved in and, while having to admit it is probably less boring than many businesses, the novelty can soon wear off. Neal Martin’s tweets regularly feature photographs of the wines he has to taste on any given day,…
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Creating a Bespoke Style
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In our Doubleview studio, the gardens are like haute couture made-to-measure clothes. It is at the moment and point of creation where fashion trends and design come together. The landscape gardener and the client create a new and individual style through various consultations and ongoing feedback between the two parties.…
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Investing in Marbella Property Does It Make Sense?
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As the Costa del Sol property market continues its recovery, we are not only seeing buyers in search of the perfect holiday home or permanent base in the sun, but increasingly larger numbers of clients are now looking to the housing market here with a pure investment focus. Broadly speaking,…
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Contemporary Design with Ethnic Touches
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Nezha Kanouni has been working in the interior design business for over 15 years. Two years ago she started working under her own name and this was when her success grew beyond all expectations. The evolution of her business confirmed that her own personal style, which focuses on functionality and…
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Stylish Contemporary Villa With Exceptional Views
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Located in the prestigious Sierra Blanca urbanisation, the Finca San Eduardo villa enjoys spectacular views over northern Morocco, Andalucía’s south-western coastline, Gibraltar and Marbella’s sweeping mountain backdrop. Before its renovation, the house had been built in a typical contemporary Mediterranean style, with little natural light, few open spaces and a…
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Luxury Estate In Panoramic Mountain Setting
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Tucked away in the picturesque folds of the Sierra Bermeja mountains, Benahavís Hills offers expansive panoramic views across the Mediterranean coastline from Marbella to Gibraltar. It is a perfect hide-away for those seeking peace, tranquillity and a healthy lifestyle, while also being conveniently located just seven kilometres inland from the…
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All Sweetness Light
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Outdoor lighting comes in a wide variety of designs and sizes, from hanging lanterns and wall sconces to pathway lights and standing lamps. They can enhance the look of your home, allowing you to enjoy it beyond the sunlight hours. When buying outdoor lighting, as well as when considering such…
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True Fabric of Summer
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This summer try using natural linens in rich bold colours. French wallpaper and fabric giant Élitis have expanded their range of linens with indulgent heavy linen in no less than 35 vivacious colours. The fabric is yarn-dyed and treated with an authentic natural pumice stonewash, resulting in unique intense colours…
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When Decoration Goes Up The Wall
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Wallpaper gives you flexibility to create your own personal ambience, livening up an otherwise plain room or simply a room with less than perfect walls. With the new collections out this summer, there are some exciting ranges to choose from, whether you go floral, rustic, hippy or classic… there is…
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Beautiful Shade
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With temperatures soaring, we all need to seek options to shade ourselves from the sun’s heat and glare in order for us to continue with our lives comfortably and safely. There are some fantastic options for both inside and outside your home that not only offer practicality but can also…
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Accessorise to Maximise
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This summer, accessories in the garden are all the fashion. Sculptures inspired by nature are a popular theme and are a great talking point… This oversized ceramic white lemon/lime was created by Brazilian designer Lisa Pappon, who has made a number of ceramic fruit sculptures from a collection called Sculptures…
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Relaxing Into Summer…
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This summer, kick back in style. Sun-loungers are becoming more chic and also more comfortable. In recent years designers have chosen durable lightweight materials for their sun-loungers, with smoother reclining functionality than ever before. They have tended to steer away from bright colours and have instead gone for practical brown…
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Is the Costa del Sol Returning to an Off-Plan Market?
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The Property Doctor Is the Costa del Sol Returning to an Off-Plan Market? By Sean Woolley If you’re partial to reading the overseas press, you could be forgiven for thinking that the only cranes on the Costa del Sol are those that litter the skyline from days…
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Future Looking Brighter in Spain
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It was a so-so month for the euro (up to mid-August, as I write). The single currency had been steady until recently against the US and Canadian dollars and, of course, the Swiss franc. It picked up half a cent against the British pound and two-thirds of an Australian cent:…
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Wonderous Marbella
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Marbella has always been seen as the playground for the rich and the famous. Puerto Banús homes some of the most luxurious yachts in Europe in its stunning marina. The marina itself is surrounded by designer shops and restaurants and it is not unusual to spot a celebrity perusing the…