Luxury Living

Luxury Living

Luxury homes are properties that offer above and beyond what most people expect. Here, the premium features that define the higher end of the property market all come as standard – ample space, prime locations, elite craftsmanship and superior design. What sets luxury homes apart is their owners' vision and desire to take their properties one step further, in order to achieve the epitome of opulence and sophistication.

Luxury living - Exclusivity 

The key here is exclusivity; exclusive homes have facilities and features that other homes do not. This means experimenting with bespoke architectural and interior design elements. It means integrating cutting-edge technology into the fabric of the home or bringing period features to life. Just having a wine cellar is not enough, for example. A true luxury homes might dress the cellar with agricultural sculpture that evokes life on the vineyard.

Luxury homes don't just rely on window dressing, though. You'll find tailor-made features built into luxury properties, from free-form swimming pools to grand cinema facilities.

Luxurious inspiration 

Our luxury living blogs offer inspiration for both buyers and sellers. We spotlight spectacular properties that capture the essence of luxury in today's market, such as the mansion of ice hockey star Wayne Gretzkyor the Venetian residence of Friedrich Nietzsche. These range from slick city penthouses to expansive rural estates; after all, there's no single type of luxury home.

Exclusive homes also rely to some extent on their decor and furnishings. This is something we've highlighted in recent blogs, as we explore on-trend interiors and various methods for overhauling your property. We'll help you to stay aware of ever-changing trends, moving from feng shui in the home to the inclusion of smart technology in the build.

Engel & Völkers also likes to spotlight destinations, as location is central to the concept of luxury living. We have offices in more than 30 countries all over the globe, and our blogs give regular insight into the best markets in the world to invest in both primary and secondary luxury homes.