Spectacular scenery, fine wines, and the opportunity to experience the world with a wine glass in hand — that’s the dream for vacationing wine-lovers seeking an idyllic holiday hideaway. Some passionate aficionados even go on to purchase lavish properties in these locations, as we…
As a luxury boutique brand, Engel & Völkers has several different divisions to support its areas of specialization, including Development Services. The Development Services division assists clients with their residential and commercial projects in every aspect, including custom-designed and personally tailored solutions for the…
Vineyard estates: where decadent wines and exceptional properties — essentials of a choice lifestyle — come together at the peak of luxury living. Not only are these properties exquisite and peaceful but they are also lucrative. Picturesque vineyards promise a lifetime supply of wine,…
Maximalist styles have garnered attention since the Victorian era. This flamboyant aesthetic mixes different shapes and patterns, complex furnishings, dynamic wallpapers, and ornate objects. In the 20th century, interior decorator Mario Buatta enhanced and popularized the style. Nicknamed the “King of Clutter”, he was…
The Olympics are off to an entertaining start, with more excitement set to grace our screens every night until Sunday, August 8. Held in Tokyo, Japan, the delayed 2020 Olympics are hosting a special guest from the Engel & Völkers family, Lucas Hammond, who…
Engel & Völkers is excited to share its 2021 Mid-Year Canadian Luxury Real Estate Market Report. This report combines market data with intel from Engel & Völkers’ local Canadian market experts. The result is a residential property analysis covering the markets in Halifax, Montréal, Ottawa,…
In May of 2021, Engel & Völkers saw a 96 percent year-over-year increase in international luxury real estate sales, indicating both high demand and a strong overall market. While travel slowed considerably during the lockdown, the desire for luxury living has skyrocketed. The Coronavirus…
Old House Cay is an iconic private island getaway. Just a ten-minute boat ride away from the popular resort community of Hilton Head Island, the property spans three square miles across three separate islands. The islands feature a 1,800 square foot home, an observation…
Have a striking piece of furniture, but unsure about how to incorporate it into your space? Or ever looked at your living space and wished for more character, drama, or distinctive characteristics in it? A statement furniture piece not only draws people into a…
Summer is here, it’s time to embrace the outdoors and celebrate the gorgeous weather with friends and family. Luxury homes allure buyers with a variety of outdoor amenities, none more universal than a swimming pool. Private pools saw a resurgence in popularity in 2020,…