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INTERNATIONAL
HOMES
Luxury Collection
Vol 17 No 2 / £4.50
Front Cover:
Deepwater, Bermuda
See page 4
THE FINEST HOMES, TRAVEL & LIFESTYLE
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A lifestyle leisure
company for those
with impeccable
taste.
From a luxury villa in Cannes to
your own Caribbean Island
hideaway; from an exclusive ski
chalet in the world’s most
sought after resort, the Luxury
Rentals Group provides a
complete leisure lifestyle
service.
As the world’s leading luxury
lifestyle service provider, not only
do we offer some of the most
luxurious villas available, our
Lifestyle Management team will
make your stay extra special by
making sure your every need is
taken care of, from a dedicated
chef, private security, to yacht or
jet charter.
We also have a dedicated
corporate event management
division offering a complete
service for product launches,
promotions and client
entertainment.
So for luxury villa, chalet rentals,
yacht or jet charter with a
difference, turn to the Luxury
Rentals Group and live the
dream.
www
.Luxury-Rentals-Group.
com
18 Hanover Square • London • W1S 1HX
Te l :
+ 44 (0)207 89 80 532 Fax: + 44 (0)207 89 80 533
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LIVE IN YOUR DREAM
LUXURY VILLAS FOR SALE
Freehold Property | Attractive Financing Available | Homeowner Privileges
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Welcome!
INTERNATIONAL
HOMES
Luxury Collection
Vol 17 No 2 / £4.50
You may notice that we have placed even more emphasis on
living the high life this issue with skyscraper properties and
penthouses featured throughout our articles as much as
possible. Opting for a home in the heavens not only gives you
a wonderful bird’s eye view, it also presents an excellent
opportunity for architects and interior designers to come up with the most
innovative living spaces imaginable.
Front Cover:
Deepwater, Bermuda
See page 4
Talking of being on a high – that’s exactly how the winners of the
THE FINEST HOMES, TRAVEL & LIFESTYLE
International Property Awards were feeling when the results were announced in
San Diego recently. Nominees from across the globe travelled to California to nd
CONTACT US AT:
3, St John’s Court, Moulsham Street,
Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 OJD, England
Telephone: +44 (0)1245 358877
Fax: +44 (0)1245 357767
Web: www.international-homes.com
Email: info@international-homes.com
out if they had achieved the ultimate accolade of being heralded the World’s Best
in their relative property related profession. We have the full story and details of
the winning companies in a special focus starting on page 86.
Our regular look at the dierent islands of the Caribbean takes us to Barbados
PUBLISHER: Stuart Shield
stuart@international-homes.com
where we seek out a fabulous selection of properties. Steeped in sun and
GENERAL MANAGER: Paul Wright
paul@international-homes.com
surrounded by sand and sea, they are the perfect antidote to what has proved a
EDITORIAL TEAM
Editor-in-Chief: Helen Shield
helen@international-homes.com
Editor: Jill Keene
jill@international-homes.com
Deputy Editor: Ben Bouckley
long and dismal winter for many. We also head to Italy to spotlight homes in both
town and country settings. If an Italian castle appeals then you can take your
choice as we have a couple of excellent examples that are ready to move in to
straight away. There are also some exclusive apartments in Rome and Milan for
DESIGN TEAM
Andrew Cockburn
andrew@international-homes.com
Patrick Odonkor, Hendus Strydom
the ultimate in city living.
Last but far from least, car enthusiasts should be sure not to miss their chance
ADVERTISING SALES TEAM
Ben Hewlett, Claire Wright, Gerard Waldron
to win the ride of a lifetime by entering our competition in Driveway (page 26).
Our winner will experience a breathtaking test ride in the supermodied Porsche
SUPPORT TEAM
Production Co-ordinator: Jo Findlay
Accounts: Irene Pickles, Mary Wright,
Peter Wright; accounts@international-homes.com
GTurbo, capable of more than 200 mph, plus a tour of the German sportscar
manufacturer 9 ’s factory in Dortmund. Life in the fast lane doesn’t get much
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better than this!
Copyright © INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY 2009
INTERNATIONAL HOMES LUXURY COLLECTION:
ISSN 1756-2929
While great care has been taken in the receipt and handling of
material, production and accuracy of content in this magazine, the
publishers will not accept any responsibility for any errors, loss or
omissions which may occur. The publishers would like to thank all
those companies and individuals who took part in the magazine
and wish them every success.
Jill Keene
jill@international-homes.com
READERS PLEASE NOTE: Some properties will be actually priced in
foreign currency and subject to exchange fluctuation. Property
buyers should allow for extra financial costs such as legal advice,
local taxes etc. which may not be covered in the advertised prices.
The descriptions of properties, the contents, whereabouts and price
are given in this magazine as a guide only. Please request further
details from the advertiser as required. Private advertisers are
responsible for their own descriptions. Please take care to verify
what you are buying in writing before proceeding. The publisher
suggests all buyers of property seek independent legal advice
before entering into any contract to purchase. All information
and prices were correct at time of going to press – fluctuations in
the currency market mean that some prices will have changed.
Supplied editorial material cannot be returned.
On the cover:
Deepwater, Bermuda
See page 47
www.international-homes.com
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In this issue
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Luxury collection
Surrey mansions made to measure and a restored Regency estate in Croydon
A contemporary twist on tradition
Pippa Toledo presents a Mediterranean-inspired balance of old-meets-new
Driveway
Choice dream drives, plus a competition to ride in a 850hp Porsche modied by 9
Banking on the X-factor
Does your home lack that special something? London pads with the elusive ‘X’
Bound for Barbados
With 340 days of sunshine a year, this chic Carib isle is a popular place to call home
From town to terrazza
Italian properties provide the perfect setting – from Alpine lakes to ancient cities
Property caravan
Investors are beating a path back through the sands, to Arabia’s premium property
Penthouse people
The global highlife attracts acionados of glamour and elevation
On top of the world
Proud nominees and winners of the 2009 International Property Awards
Travel with the world’s best
Two chic hotels that struck gold in the International Property Awards
New design horizons
Commercial projects foregrounding architecture’s wider social import
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Designs to delight
Spatial awareness, mood lighting…discover the factors that shape elite interior design
Prime projects
Developments that will stand the test of time, courtesy of the world’s top developers
The World’s Best 2010
Showcasing the overall winners of the 2010 International Property Awards
www.toptenproperties.net
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