The search for space: what do homebuyers want in their next home?

We take a closer look at the everchanging demands placed on our homes.

Take 5… The Suburban Home

From a substantial family home with a swimming pool in Gerrards Cross to an extensively modernised period property in a prestigious Chester location, we’ve selected five of the best suburban homes on the market.

Take 5…New Homes

From an outstanding apartment in a prime London location, to a contemporary coastal home in Devon, and an energy efficient house in Scotland, we’ve selected five of the best new homes currently on the market.

Take 5…Equestrian Homes

Enjoy the great outdoors with our best equestrian homes on the market right now that are perfect for ponies

Take 5… Waterside properties

We take a look at some of the best waterside homes currently on the market.

Take 5… The terraced house

From a charming cottage in Fulmer to a family house situated in one of the prettiest streets in central Chelsea, here we showcase some of the best terraced homes currently available to buy across the UK.

Take 5…Homes with vegetable patches

We take a look at some of the best homes with vegetable patches currently on the market.

How to support threatened British species from your home

Learn how we can do better by nature in time for spring.

A guide to buying or selling land to make a bigger garden

Homeowners approaching neighbouring or nearby landowners inquiring about purchasing an area of land to extend their garden or provide that long-hoped-for paddock is a trend we’ve noticed increasing in recent years.

Take 5… Homes with environmentally friendly features.

InSPire: How the great outdoors boosts our mental health

We take a closer look at nature’s relationship with our psychological wellbeing, and how best to harness mother nature’s immense healing powers from the comfort of home.

Are we moving away from open plan living?

New research suggests a permanent shift away from open plan interiors as people look to spend more time working from home.

Strutt & Parker’s guide to celebrating the perfect family Burns Night at home

Mark the birthday of history’s ‘Greatest Scot’ with the help of traditions old and new.

Homes that evolve with you

What if your home could grow and evolve with you? Recent trends show that today’s home buyers are looking for properties with greater longevity and more potential to adapt to the changing needs of family life.

Dreaming of the perfect barn conversion

High ceilings, expansive windows and original features – is it any wonder the barn conversion continues to be one of Britain’s most idealised luxury homes?

Strutt & Parker’s guide to regional architecture

An architectural tour of traditional building styles up and down the country. From classic timber frames to cob cottages by the sea, Strutt & Parker examines the extraordinary diversity of regional architecture as you travel through the British Isles.

Episode 6: After the whirlwind of 2020, what does the 2021 property market hold in store?

In this sixth and final episode of the first ‘Be:InSPired’ podcast series in association with Country Life, Strutt & Parker takes a look back over what has been happening in the property market throughout 2020, and a look towards the next chapter of 2021 and what it might hold in store.

Episode 5: Placemaking, Community & Digital Connectivity

This episode of the ‘Be: InSPired’ podcast explores the concept of placemaking in both urban and rural environments across the UK.

Episode 4: Investment: Farmland, Unique Properties & Diversification

This episode takes a fascinating look at alternative property investments beyond the traditional residential home, including farmland, country estates and entirely unique and special properties. By delving deeper into the world of diversification, Strutt & Parker investigates how new technology is helping landowners make the most from their investments.

Best of British Villages: Town & Country

Is there anything more quintessentially British than a pretty little village? From rustic fishing hamlets on the coast to former mill-house villes on the banks of idyllic streams, journey with us as we discover the UK’s most charming rural locations.