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Santa Clara 1728: A Serene Retreat for Lisbon Adventures

The Santa Clara 1728 hotel in Lisbon offers a unique blend of luxury, history, and farm-to-table dining, creating a relaxed and memorable stay.

Welcome to Butterworth's, Where Fine Dining Gets De-Snobbified

Butterworth's exemplifies a blend of history, passion, and culinary artistry, reflecting the dreams of Chef Bart Hutchins.
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26 more London buildings are officially threatened by decay, neglect and development

Historic England's 2024 Heritage at Risk Register emphasizes the urgent need for preservation of buildings in London and across England.

Historic England releases 'at risk' list with Stoke Newington Town Hall and Charlton House added

Several historic sites in London have been newly declared at risk, while some have been saved, indicating ongoing preservation challenges.

Lewisham woman vows to hold up crumbling 113-year-old hall to stop it collapsing

Livesey Hall's neglect has led to its deterioration, making it a heritage at risk and prompting community concerns for its future.

26 more London buildings are officially threatened by decay, neglect and development

Historic England's 2024 Heritage at Risk Register emphasizes the urgent need for preservation of buildings in London and across England.

Historic England releases 'at risk' list with Stoke Newington Town Hall and Charlton House added

Several historic sites in London have been newly declared at risk, while some have been saved, indicating ongoing preservation challenges.

Lewisham woman vows to hold up crumbling 113-year-old hall to stop it collapsing

Livesey Hall's neglect has led to its deterioration, making it a heritage at risk and prompting community concerns for its future.
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#celebrity-homes

Exclusive | A pre-war duplex in one of NYC's most elite co-ops re-lists for $24M - a $4.5M discount

Jeffrey and Elizabeth Leeds have re-listed their luxury duplex at 740 Park Avenue for $24M, reflecting the high-end real estate market's fluctuations and history.

Exclusive | Legendary QB Tom Brady's former good-luck Boston bachelor pad sells for $8.4M

Tom Brady's former Boston condo sold for $8.4 million, reflecting its historic appeal and his legacy during his successful NFL career.

Exclusive | A pre-war duplex in one of NYC's most elite co-ops re-lists for $24M - a $4.5M discount

Jeffrey and Elizabeth Leeds have re-listed their luxury duplex at 740 Park Avenue for $24M, reflecting the high-end real estate market's fluctuations and history.

Exclusive | Legendary QB Tom Brady's former good-luck Boston bachelor pad sells for $8.4M

Tom Brady's former Boston condo sold for $8.4 million, reflecting its historic appeal and his legacy during his successful NFL career.
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#architecture

Exclusive Look Inside the World's Skinniest Skyscraper

111 West 57th Street is the world's skinniest and second tallest residential skyscraper in the Western Hemisphere, showcasing cutting-edge design and historic significance.

The Fake Buildings of New York: What Happens Inside Their Mysterious Walls

New York's hidden architectural history includes strange conversions like 58 Jorale­mon Street, a townhouse turned subway vent.

Former Georgetown church transformed into multilevel condos

The renovated Georgetown condos offer modern living spaces with historic charm, featuring high ceilings, modern kitchens, and unique designs.

Former Church That Was Transformed Into a Stunning Family Home Lists for $350K in Upstate New York

A former church in Champlain, NY, is on sale for $350,000, offering a unique blend of historical and modern features.

The UK's Award-Winning Centenary Building May be Reduced to Rubble

The Centenary Building's planned demolition sparks debate between preservationists and those prioritizing economic growth.

Property Watch: Historic Hollywood Townhouse with a Standout Kitchen

Historic garden apartments in the city were popular in the mid- to late-1920s for their design and layout.

Exclusive Look Inside the World's Skinniest Skyscraper

111 West 57th Street is the world's skinniest and second tallest residential skyscraper in the Western Hemisphere, showcasing cutting-edge design and historic significance.

The Fake Buildings of New York: What Happens Inside Their Mysterious Walls

New York's hidden architectural history includes strange conversions like 58 Jorale­mon Street, a townhouse turned subway vent.

Former Georgetown church transformed into multilevel condos

The renovated Georgetown condos offer modern living spaces with historic charm, featuring high ceilings, modern kitchens, and unique designs.

Former Church That Was Transformed Into a Stunning Family Home Lists for $350K in Upstate New York

A former church in Champlain, NY, is on sale for $350,000, offering a unique blend of historical and modern features.

The UK's Award-Winning Centenary Building May be Reduced to Rubble

The Centenary Building's planned demolition sparks debate between preservationists and those prioritizing economic growth.

Property Watch: Historic Hollywood Townhouse with a Standout Kitchen

Historic garden apartments in the city were popular in the mid- to late-1920s for their design and layout.
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#real-estate

Cobble Hill Loft With Parking Asks $2.095 Million

The apartment masterfully combines historic elegance with modern functionality, making it highly desirable in a prime location.

Following purchase on Billionaires' Row, Canada's government asks $9.5M for Park Avenue apartment

The Park Avenue residence is available for $9.5 million and reflects changing diplomatic property management trends.

Former Church Transformed Into Four Unique Homes-Complete With Bell Tower and Stained-Glass Windows-Lists for $1.5 Million

A historic 120-year-old Gothic-style church in Portland has been transformed into a multifamily property, now on the market for $1.5 million.

Cobble Hill Loft With Parking Asks $2.095 Million

The apartment masterfully combines historic elegance with modern functionality, making it highly desirable in a prime location.

Following purchase on Billionaires' Row, Canada's government asks $9.5M for Park Avenue apartment

The Park Avenue residence is available for $9.5 million and reflects changing diplomatic property management trends.

Former Church Transformed Into Four Unique Homes-Complete With Bell Tower and Stained-Glass Windows-Lists for $1.5 Million

A historic 120-year-old Gothic-style church in Portland has been transformed into a multifamily property, now on the market for $1.5 million.
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The Tube and Thames could heat London landmarks

London's new heat network plan will use heat from Underground and the Thames to reduce carbon emissions from historic sites by 2026.

In the Stillness: A 1640s Georgian in an Affecting Palette by Cassandra Ellis - Remodelista

Cassandra Ellis transformed a historic Georgian house in Lewes with a thoughtful renovation and a rich, dark color palette inspired by personal challenges.
#refurbishment

Plans to refurbish grade listed pub among planning applications this week

The Camden Council is reviewing a range of planning applications, including a significant refurbishment of The Edinboro Castle pub, built in 1839.

The Lord Mayor's Grade I-listed home is getting a massive makeover

Mansion House in London, used for lavish functions, is getting its first major revamp in over 30 years.

Grade II-listed Romford town centre pub plans new outdoor seating area

The Lamb pub in Romford plans to refurbish, including demolishing an outbuilding and creating a new outdoor seating area.

Plans to refurbish grade listed pub among planning applications this week

The Camden Council is reviewing a range of planning applications, including a significant refurbishment of The Edinboro Castle pub, built in 1839.

The Lord Mayor's Grade I-listed home is getting a massive makeover

Mansion House in London, used for lavish functions, is getting its first major revamp in over 30 years.

Grade II-listed Romford town centre pub plans new outdoor seating area

The Lamb pub in Romford plans to refurbish, including demolishing an outbuilding and creating a new outdoor seating area.
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The Most Terrifying and Creepy Haunts in New York City

The House of Death has allegedly witnessed at least 22 deaths, contributing to its reputation as a cursed location.

Historic neoclassical building in Paphos severely damaged by fire

A fire severely damaged a historic neoclassical building in Paphos, Cyprus.
Restoration of the building is anticipated to take three to four months.

The historic Greenpoint Savings Bank may become a marijuana dispensary

The historic Greenpoint Savings Bank may become a cannabis storefront, raising mixed community reactions.

Treasured 88-year-old California lookout cabin destroyed in Park Fire

The McCarthy Point lookout cabin was destroyed in the Park Fire, marking the loss of a significant historical site.
#urban-living

Brooklyn News: An East Flatbush Housing Lottery for Seniors

Cypress Hills launches affordable housing lottery for two-bedroom units, blending luxury amenities and market-rate expectations.
St. John's College to be transformed into an apartment complex through adaptive reuse.
Luxury open houses in Brooklyn suburbs demonstrate the ongoing demand for high-end real estate.
Affordable housing lottery for seniors signals effort to support low-income renters in East Flatbush.

First look: inside the BBC's old Television Centre in west London, now turned into luxury flats

Luxury flats are being constructed in the former BBC headquarters, The Ariel, blending history with modern living despite questions about demand.

Brooklyn News: An East Flatbush Housing Lottery for Seniors

Cypress Hills launches affordable housing lottery for two-bedroom units, blending luxury amenities and market-rate expectations.
St. John's College to be transformed into an apartment complex through adaptive reuse.
Luxury open houses in Brooklyn suburbs demonstrate the ongoing demand for high-end real estate.
Affordable housing lottery for seniors signals effort to support low-income renters in East Flatbush.

First look: inside the BBC's old Television Centre in west London, now turned into luxury flats

Luxury flats are being constructed in the former BBC headquarters, The Ariel, blending history with modern living despite questions about demand.
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Popular Wetherspoons pub in Catford closes after being put up for sale

The London & Rye pub has closed after 24 years, highlighting the challenges faced by Wetherspoons this year.

Ex-South London police station empty for nearly a decade could become hotel

The long-vacant police station is proposed to be transformed into a 57-bed boutique hotel to serve visitors and enhance local amenities.

A Brooklyn Heights Two-Bedroom for Under a Million

For under a million dollars, various housing configurations can be found in NYC, from studios to one-bedrooms with unique features and amenities.

At the Webster Apartments: One of Manhattan's Last All-Women's Boarding Houses - The Paris Review

The Webster Apartments in NYC provided affordable accommodation for single working women, continuing a tradition for almost a century.

london will demolish two historic buildings for project by diller scofidio + renfro

Plans to demolish historic buildings for modern redevelopment in London Wall West confirmed despite campaign against it.

The Best Hotels in Amsterdam

To truly experience Amsterdam, opt for hotels with historical significance and unique character, offering a range of room styles and dining experiences.

Robert Duvall once called this stately NYC duplex his home - and now it asks $6.5M for sale

Robert Duvall lived in a West 86th Street duplex until 1993.
The stately Upper West Side residence is listed for $6.5 million.

Pedestrian hospitalised after masonry falls from historic Old Bailey court entrance

A member of the public was hospitalized after masonry from the decaying historic entrance to the Old Bailey fell and injured a pedestrian.
The incident has prompted an investigation into the maintenance of the court and highlighted funding delays over the last decade.
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