Cathy Hawker has covered global property markets for more than 20 years, writing for newspapers and magazine including The Times, The Sunday Times, The Financial Times, The New York Times, HTSI and Country Life.
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Locations
Mountain highs: the Alpine resorts that outperform for property owners
Knight Frank’s The Alpine Report 2026-27 reveals Europe’s leading locations where the snow quality and the lifestyle have international appeal
04 November 2026
Inspiration
The new face of wealth: how the next generation is reshaping London
As wealth is created faster and younger than ever before, what do affluent and ever more globally mobile individuals want from the capital’s property market?
04 November 2026
Homes
The Autumn Budget 2026: what it means for the property market
Our experts provide their initial reactions to Chancellor John Healey’s ‘breathing space’ budget, and advise on the best way forward for landlords, buyers and sellers.
29 October 2026
Homes
St John’s Wood Square: the transformation of one of London’s most historic sites
Spacious lateral homes, supreme craftsmanship and outstanding wellbeing facilities make this exceptional development a rare capital opportunity
07 October 2026
Locations
Why St Barts remains the Caribbean’s most desirable address
How exclusivity, investment and rental potential, and outstanding lifestyle appeal combine to keep St Barts a super-prime property haven
07 October 2026
Inspiration
The Magnificent Seven: the sectors shaping the next phase of real estate investment
As capital becomes more selective and specialised, we identify the newly emerging sectors shaping the future of commercial real estate investment
18 September 2026
Inspiration
The new global mobility: introducing the “dip in and dip out’ lifestyle
How changing patterns of wealth mobility are reshaping demand for prime properties and branded residences
18 September 2026
Locations
The world in motion: why global prime residential markets are diverging
From New York to Singapore, why the well-known mantra of location, location, location is more important than ever when investing in the world’s prime markets
18 September 2026
Homes
A guide to buying property in Monaco
Small in size but mighty in stature, Monaco’s Mediterranean lifestyle, world-class calendar of events and alluring property options make it a magnet for the wealthy
14 September 2026
Locations
Madrid’s moment: why the Spanish capital’s lifestyle is proving irresistible for global buyers
World-class culture, elegant architecture and a packed sporting calendar, now including the arrival of Formula 1, have helped make Madrid a year-round favourite
04 September 2026
Inspiration
How AI is shaping the future of real estate
As artificial intelligence becomes a strategic force within real estate, what opportunities and challenges does it create?
25 August 2026
Inspiration
Reinventing Rendcomb Park: a rare opportunity to acquire an historic Cotswolds estate
Rendcomb Park, a significant private estate set in 230 acres of prime English countryside with an on-going charitable legacy, is ready for the next chapter in its impressive history
12 August 2026
Homes
Summer homes in Europe that are off the beaten track
Discover the lesser-known authentic European locations where traditional villages and dreamy nature serve up an idyllic rural lifestyle.
07 August 2026
Inspiration
Modern home management systems: putting control into your hands wherever you are
How modern high-tech solutions take the stress out of managing your home remotely
06 August 2026
Inspiration
Much Ado about Chianti: businessman Emad Khashoggi on life in Italy
How a Shakespearean film and Knight Frank Italy led one couple to their dream Tuscan estate
06 August 2026
Inspiration
The art of an Italian lifestyle with artist Elizabeth Orchard
Artist Elizabeth Orchard finds inspiration in the beauty of Italy and her Florentine home and garden
06 August 2026
Homes
An exquisite Georgian property in London with family at its heart
Ben Goldsmith shows the magic of Ormeley Lodge, home for 50 years to his mother Lady Annabel Goldsmith and for sale through Knight Frank.
30 July 2026
Inspiration
Luxury, lifestyle and the evolution of the global consumer
Consumers are becoming ever more selective and informed. What does this mean for the collectibles and luxury assets markets?
24 July 2026
Locations
Global luxury property markets: where international wealth is moving in 2026
Discover the global luxury property markets most in demand with astute international buyers today, from Dubai and Abu Dhabi to Mumbai and Brisbane
15 July 2026
Inspiration
The changing face of luxury: how experience is defining property
For today’s increasingly youthful affluent audience, a search for unique experiences and a drive for wellness and longevity mean luxury priorities have shifted
17 June 2026
Locations
Branded residences in Comporta: the next phase of luxury living?
How hospitality-led developments and branded residences are redefining ownership, service, and long-term value in Comporta, Portugal’s most exclusive coastal market
04 June 2026
Inspiration
A new lettings landscape: opportunities for landlords under the Renters’ Rights Act
As new government legislation comes into force, what are the current market trends landlords should know to achieve a successful tenancy
28 April 2026
Locations
The international property locations to watch in 2026
After a year of fiscal reforms and shifting tax landscapes across Europe, we take a look at the main trends and locations set to influence buyers in the year ahead
19 December 2025
Inspiration
Lighting up London: How the capital’s prime streets prepare for Christmas
Discover the capital’s great estates delighting residents and visitors with their seasonal displays and events
03 December 2025