The Sunday Times – The outlook’s rosé
The harbour village of Marseillan, on the Languedoc coast, is one of those places where people really seem to know how to enjoy life. On a late winter’s day, the waterfront restaurants are thronged by locals tucking into crisp white wine and shared plates of seafood: the area is known as the oyster capital of […]
Second Home in France: A Promising Market for Foreign buyers
France, a worldwide attraction for second homes With an impressive 3.6 million second homes, France solidifies its position as one of the world’s most dynamic real estate markets. As the world’s leading tourist destination, France attracts millions of international visitors every year, drawn by its unparalleled cultural heritage, diverse landscapes, and enviable quality of life. This […]
When Architecture Meets Wine
Here are three prestigious tourist projects that illustrate this perfect symbiosis: Hotel Marqués de Riscal in Spain, Château La Coste in Provence, and Port Marseillan on the banks of the Thau lagoon in the South of France. Learn more A Wavy Fusion between Architecture and Wine: The Spanish Hotel Marqués de Riscal by Frank O. […]
Frédéric Privat interview
Who is Frederic Privat – what projects have you worked on before joining P & Co. ? I have a background as a construction engineer and have gained valuable experience in various sectors during 25 years. Initially, I worked for a renowned construction company called GTM-VINCI, where I focused on service buildings such as EHPADs, schools, and […]
Resort Sustainable Design Strategy. The pioneering example of Port Marseillan
The design strategies for resorts & branded destinations must be framed within the global goals of sustainable development 2020-2050 for the planet and specifically on the “Goal 11_Sustainable Cities and Communities”. It is everyone’s responsibility and our personal commitment as master planners and architects, to create the right conditions to develop inspired human-centred destinations, a […]
The Branded Residences: Crisis-Resistant New Real Estate
Author: Miguel Espada, Serial Entrepreneur, Owner and President of the Propriétés & Co group and Slowlifecapital Family Office, Alumni of ESCP Europe and Harvard Business School. There’s a current real estate trend that all property experts are discussing: the desire of High Net Worth Individuals (HNWI) to access a new level of luxury in their daily lives – to bring […]
Keller Williams Luxury Matis Pelé and Frédéric Sanz de Bella Pietra interview
Can you introduce Keller Williams and Keller Williams Luxury ? Keller Williams is an American network with an international presence that entered the French market in 2018. Their strategy involves partnering with local and influential agencies, combining the strength of their local reputation with the power of an American international network, all in a mutually beneficial spirit. It’s a win-win-win […]
Interview of the Toulouse Sotheby’s Realty manager Marie-Céline Chavanne
Can you present your group of agencies? We have been in existence for nearly 20 years and represent the Sotheby’s brand for Midi Pyrénées and Périgord. We are a team of 20 collaborators who manage an international and national clientele. You are a partner of Sotheby’s Realty, a large luxury real estate network specialized in high-end properties: Why? […]
Interview with Séverine Jaulent from Beaux Villages Immobilier
Séverine Jaulent is head of legal and Human Resources, as well as Business Development. Can you introduce the Beaux Villages agency group? Beaux Villages Immobilier is the first stop for many French and international clients when it comes to searching for or acquiring a property. With 22 agencies throughout the southwestern region of France and a […]
Surge in real estate prices around the étang de Thau
According to the Chambre des Notaires de l’Hérault, the overall increase in real estate transactions is reaching record levels in the department. The “Top Three” consists of the Montpellier metropolis, the coastal municipalities, and charming little fishing villages around the highly attractive Étang de Thau lagoon. The strong demand for housing and the lack of […]