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As spring’s arrival lines up with an increased amount of time spent at home, what was previously a yearly cleaning tradition may now be an important act of care. Whether paring down your belongings or installing better storage solutions, a thorough spring cleaning can establish a sense of order and continuity in your home. Improve your homelife with these design-inspired organisation tips. 1. Review and Edit What You Own New Hope, Pennsylvania | Caryn Black,  Kurfiss Sotheby’s International Realty Before beginning a large-scale reorganisation project, it’s a...

Access to ocean breezes has long been seen as a tonic for many of the things that ail us, and it’s true that nothing soothes the soul quite like the sea. As these difficult times test our ability to maintain a sense of calm, we turn to nature for its healing, grounding qualities—the same traits that we so often look for in a home. For now we need to stay put where we are, but that doesn’t mean we can’t plan for future seaside escapes—and let the anticipation of those later visits soothe us. From seaside escapes on the edge of the Mediterranean to romantic bungalows set on white sandy beac...

Looking for an escape to paradise? With the Stay-At-Home restrictions still in place for many, now may not be the time to travel, but we’re here to whisk you away on a virtual escape. Explore the Hawaiian Islands with its rich culture, unique neighborhoods, and natural wonders unlike anywhere else in the world. Find your piece of paradise with us today! Irresistible Hawaii List Sotheby’s International Realty represents the perfect marriage of local roots and global reach. Your home is more than just an address, it’s where you create lasting memories. As the leading luxury r...

Feng Shui is a branch of the Taoist Five Arts which studies land in order to find places that are favourable for people to thrive in. Many have heard the saying “success is being in the right place at the right time”. Feng Shui gives us the means to calculate whether this is the time for a given place to boom and prosper. When a tide of good luck comes in for a place, the informed can choose to be there and ride that wave of luck. Using Feng Shui to take a look at some of the important elements of this development, it is easy to see why West End Gate as a whole development fits wit...

On 6 May 2020, the Ministry of National Development announced temporary relief measures for property developers and individuals affected by the disruption of construction schedules and sales of housing units as a result of the circuit breaker from 7 April to 1 June. The government said that it will ensure that private residential prices are aligned with economic fundamentals. Meanwhile, the other existing residential property market cooling measures remain in place. The measures will take effect immediately. The application for the extension of Project Completion Period (PCP) and/o...

Free time, something that’s often accounted amongst ideas most luxurious, can become ampler when you find yourself indefinitely working from home. That being said, you might be looking for ways to use your newly acquired free time. Broaden your horizons and enhance your skillset, knowledgeability, and more with these five things you can focus on from home. Speak a New Language Agnostic to industry, being multi-lingual can give you a leg up with clients, more professionally marketable, and even make your future travel aspirations more immersive. Apps like  DuoLingo  ...

For many people, the “office” isn’t a corner office in a high-rise building—it’s at home. With the current global health crisis shaking up how business is done, more and more people are finding themselves working from their living spaces.  Working from home can be a tough transition for those unfamiliar with and unprepared for it, but there are a few ways to furnish your home for a better remote work environment. From rearranging furniture and seeking out more ergonomic solutions to creating an inspiring and motivating space, these tips will help the remote worker set boundaries betw...

During the course of a typical day, parents juggle many tasks between home and work. These unprecedented times have parents stretched further than before—adding homeschooling to their long list of roles. As we all work through this new reality together, here are five ways to help manage your child’s educational needs while also working from home. Set a Schedule Whether your child is in pre-school or high school, they’re no doubt accustomed to being on a schedule inside the walls of their school –  and there are benefits from that . Write the day’s schedule in a highly visible...

The iconic red of the London bus, the soaring gaze of the London Eye, the brooding strength of the Tower Bridge. This is London, relentless yet rejuvenating, retro yet refreshing. An enigmatic city that charms and captivates. If you enjoyed the English capital as a tourist, you will love it as a resident. You can now live the luxurious London lifestyle at West End Gate, located at the heart of Central London Zone 1. Leading British developer, Berkeley Homes, will deliver the city’s latest landmark, with 542 outstanding apartments across five buildings, redefining the Westminster landscape...

*Updated on 21 April 2020 The Singapore government unveils the details of the third round of Budget measures to help businesses and individuals through the Covid-19 situation. The additional measures will cost $5.1 billion, with $4 billion for additional support for businesses and workers, and $1.1 billion for the Solidarity Payment. Circuit breaker measures were put in place and will run for 4 weeks from 7 April to 4 May. During this time, all non-essential businesses and operations will be put to a halt. The gross domestic product (GDP) growth is expected to take a f...