We talk to English designer John Whelan about being the Englishman behind one of Paris’s most iconic design revivals.
13.Dec.2018We talk to English designer John Whelan about being the Englishman behind one of Paris’s most iconic design revivals.
13.Dec.2018Eating in the City of Light always feels so full of promise, yet, so rarely matches expectations. Until now.
20.Nov.2018Welcome to the hallowed stomping ground of duchesses, spies and martinis shaken-not-stirred.
15.Oct.2018Ever dreamt of owning your own country retreat? We talk to São Lourenço do Barrocal’s in-house architect Aidan McMahon on why the estate´s country retreats in the midst of Portugal’s idyllic Alentejo is a cut above the rest.
18.Sep.2018Last night I dreamt I went to Barrocal again….
15.Aug.2018Editor Lauren Holmes shares her insights into beach life south of Lisbon
13.Jul.2018A curated selection of Lisbon’s best summer festivals.
24.May.2018Travel writer and Athena’s Editor Lauren Holmes shares her insider food tips for a long weekend in Lisbon.
19.Apr.2018Producer Benjamin Cassan shares his wisdom on Paris after-dark and how to party like a rock-star DJ
05.Apr.2018Interior designer Anna Waldburg gives us the ABC of how to create a home with a soul that will hold its value for the years to come.
09.Mar.2018Expert Daniel Favarin shares his insights about what you need to know in Spain’s luxury real estate market for the year ahead and where to invest.
14.Feb.2018Be the change: simple ideas for the everyday
25.Jan.2018Find out from the architects driving innovation and style in France’s classic ski resorts.
19.Jan.2018As property trends go, a fail-safe trick has traditionally been to follow where the artists go.
12.Jan.2018Find out who is shaking up the status quo with an industry-defining architectural project in Spain.
05.Jan.2018Paul Coleman has been shaking up Méribel's snowboarding scene for over 10 years and shows no sign of slowing down.
30.Dec.2017Shopping in Portugal? These are the Best Lisbon Brands You Won’t Find Alone.
20.Dec.2017Lisbon’s oldest and most traditional neighbourhood, Alfama is one of those places that takes time to discover.
16.Dec.2017Spend time in Lisbon and it won’t be long before you find yourself weaving through the cobblestone streets of Alfama.
12.Dec.2017With a career rooted in recycling discarded materials into breath-taking design pieces, Australian Designer Brodie Neill forges a new path for how design can be harnessed to bring much bigger change to the world.
20.Nov.2017Global Head of Community for Summit, Courtney Boyd Myers shares the inside track on building global community.
03.Nov.2017As part of our Hospitality Series, we talk to developer-hotelier Matt Dickinson from Nicaragua’s Maderas Village about the secret to fostering a global community and why Lisbon’s got his attention.
02.Nov.2017As the co-work model continues to revolutionise our modern work culture, so too community co-living provides an increasingly in-demand alternative to single property ownership.
01.Nov.2017Son of leading contemporary architect Ricardo Bofill Levi and CEO of creative studio El Taller Bofill, Pablo Bofill shares his insights on staying ahead of the curve when it comes to innovation 50 years on.
31.Oct.2017In this 3 part series, we dive into the minds of 3 leading entrepreneurs making waves in the architecture, design and hospitality sectors. From Brazil to Barcelona and Lisbon, each is a leading light in driving change and shaping the future of their country’s landscape for decades to come.
20.Oct.2017Manageably sized, minimal traffic (compared to many capitals) great local transport and plenty of parks for playing, Lisbon’s quality of life make it a winner when it comes to raising a family.
18.Oct.2017In this 3 part series, we dive into the minds of 3 leading entrepreneurs making waves in the architecture, design and hospitality sectors. From Brazil to Barcelona and Lisbon, each is a leading light in driving change and shaping the future of their country’s landscape for decades to come.
28.Sep.2017We talk to local experts on what makes Les Gets stand out.
15.Sep.2017Hit the highway south of the Portuguese capital of Lisbon, and you’ll soon be swooping through cork groves towards the pristine white sands and boho-chic scene of Comporta, Portugal’s hippest little beach town. So what’s all the hype about?
05.Sep.2017There’s something special about Principe Real. Set just beyond the bustle of Barrio Alto’s bars and the crowds that congregate in chic Chiado, it still feels like something of a secret, as if it hasn’t yet become too famous for its own good.
29.Aug.2017A new school in Lisbon provides an added incentive for foreign expat families.
15.Aug.2017Regarded as one of the most coveted neighbourhoods in Barcelona, what makes Eixample so special? We talk to resident expert and hospitality entrepreneur Ines Miró Sans.
08.Aug.2017Live Music, Art Galleries, Beach Bars and Cocktail Spots. These are the insider addresses you need in Lisbon.
01.Aug.2017How a sustainable approach to development can breathe soul into a city.
28.Jul.2017Wondering what underpins Lisbon’s captivating charms? A creative scene that is drawing artists from across the globe.
18.Jul.2017Passionate local foodie Gabriela Palatchi shares her insider tips on where to eat in Barcelona.
03.Jul.2017How a pair of chefs transformed a quiet neighbourhood into Barcelona’s hottest new food spot.
30.Jun.2017We talk to one of Barcelona’s style innovators, Maxi Zigart, about the city’s design scene and the best, secret spots to eat.
14.Jun.2017How have the recent French elections influenced the property market? Where are the coolest spots to invest and hang out? We talk to Parisian destination expert Clementine Georges.
14.Jun.2017British-born entrepreneur Benjamin Nachoom talks global business trends and how Barcelona’s work culture is shifting.
14.Jun.2017As Athena Advisers prepares to launch in Barcelona, we talk to destination expert Amanda Kendzior about where to buy and why Spain's second city is onto a winning streak.
14.Jun.2017Part of our series on people that change the future, we explore the future of sustainable building.
14.Jun.2017Intendente is the neighbourhood on the lips of hipsters, artists and pioneering investors. Find out why.
14.Jun.2017As Lisbon's business and real-estate landscape matures, what does the future hold? We get the inside track from one of Lisbon’s most innovative hospitality entrepreneurs, Duarte D’Eça Leal.
14.Jun.2017Where do the modern-day Monet's hang-out? Athier Mousawi shares his paint-splattered black-book on his favourite art-inspiring spots and the hidden places where creatives go to connect. Consider this your ultimate insider artist’s guide to Paris.
14.Jun.2017Local resident and contemporary British-Iraqi artist Athier Mousawi shares his behind-the-scenes take on life in Paris as a modern-day artist...and how this relates to the property market.
14.Jun.2017As Lisbon booms, what is going on with the property market? We talk to destination expert Carlota Pelikan for the inside track.
14.Jun.2017Industry insider’s share where they head when off-duty.
14.Jun.2017Say goodbye to those grilled sardines…how a city of passionate pescetarians began to catch on to the merits of going green.
14.Jun.2017Onefinestay, which rents homes far beyond the ordinary, is poised for global dominance. We talk to Deputy CEO Keyvan Nilforoushan about what lies behind their success, and how to get your property on to their increasingly competitive books.
14.Jun.2017What are the insider spots that make the world-class ski resort of Val d'Isère so special? Globetrotting entrepreneur Roman Carel shares his tips.
14.Jun.2017Bucket-loads of powder, a game-changing €200 million euro development and a new state-of-the-art lift system: Find out why the historic resort of Val d’Isère is the hottest topic of the season.
13.Jun.2017Time for some winter sun? Here’s how to get beyond the super spas and beach resorts of one of the world’s most gorgeous islands and live it like the locals do.
13.Jun.2017How quickly can ideas change the world? In a new series, we profile the global innovators shaping our future. First up, Dutch artist and innovator Daan Roosegaarde.
13.Jun.2017Is Paris the culinary capital of the world? It is when you eat where the locals do
13.Jun.2017No longer the preserve of investment funds, commercial property provides new and secure opportunities in a changing market for pensioners and entrepreneurs alike. Here's how...
13.Jun.2017We talk to Alpine expert Charles-Antoine Sialelli to get the inside track on what to look out for when buying property in the Alps
13.Jun.2017How does a young polo player with a limited business background win Spear’s Magazine’s ‘Young Entrepreneur of the Year’ award just a year after launch?
13.Jun.2017If surfing in your lunch break seems like a dream come true, then read on...
13.Jun.2017In the words of Aubrey Hepburn, ‘Paris is always a good idea”. Local design expert Pierre Frey shares his insider tips for the chicest weekend in Paris.
13.Jun.2017Lisbon has already been hailed as Europe's answer to San Francisco, yet as the world's leading tech conference moves its headquarters to the Portuguese capital, the start-up scene looks set to accelerate.
13.Jun.2017As Alpine property advisers, we love skiing as much as you do. Its why, every season, we connect with our network of on-the-ground experts across the Alps to get the inside-track. Now, instead of passing around hand-written tips before trips, we’ve compiled the AA’s Alpine Guide. Don’t dream of buckling your boots without it…
13.Jun.2017In response to increasing demand, Alpe d'Huez is set for a 350 million euro face-lift. Is this enough to put one of France's first ski resorts back to the top?
13.Jun.2017Globally renowned as a cornerstone of Parisian culture and heritage, Paris' 6th arrondissement encompasses St German, The Left Bank and some of the city's most iconic brasseries, but what's it really like behind the scenes? Locals share their insights and where to go to beat the tourist crowds.
13.Jun.2017Looking for inspiration to get off the sofa? You need to talk to Tobias Mews.
13.Jun.2017How do the fabrics you use define you and your home? We talk to Pierre Frey about the secrets to success behind one of the world’s most successful fabric houses.
13.Jun.2017This abundantly charming district, with its whimsical antique stores, renovated mansions and concept stores, sees local brands define Lisbon’s shopping scene.
13.Jun.2017As the restaurant scene in Lisbon reaches new levels of sophistication, we ask locals to share the best new and long-time favourite dining spots.
13.Jun.2017We talk to Matt Townend, Head of Residential Development at Battersea Power Development Station Company, about developing a design icon.
13.Jun.2017A ground-breaking mixed-use development, centred around an iconic London landmark, is set to create a whole new neighbourhood in the heart of the capital.
13.Jun.2017The emergence of a lifestyle-forward approach to property investment sees the rise of a new breed of destinations that combine high-quality living at a fraction of the cost.
13.Jun.2017How a move to Mauritius enabled a high-flying tech executive to swap the rat-race for sunshine time with his young family and new business opportunities.
13.Jun.2017“There has never been a better time to invest. We have seen international property investment increase 4% in the last 6 months, and with the current rate of dollar investment, prices are set to increase" says Camille Letuve, a Partner at Athena Advisers,
13.Jun.2017Tax advantages prompt the French to over-take the British as the lead investors in Portuguese Real-Estate for the first time.
13.Jun.2017Extreme Adventurer Squash Falconer talks moving to the Alps, conquering Mont Blanc and achieving the impossible.
13.Jun.2017In this series, we follow 3 Parisiennes, short on time but keen on adventure, as they navigate living in Paris, local property prices and planning the perfect weekend escape.
13.Jun.2017The founder of one of Paris's hippest organic grocery stores L'Epicerie Générale, Marseille-born Maud Zilnyk shares her secrets on where she goes in Paris and the best place to escape for the weekend.
13.Jun.2017“If new-builds are rare, waterfront new-builds in Paris are virtually unheard of.” As part of an exploration of the Parisian property market, we take a look at one of the most eagerly awaited launches in Paris of the decade, a water-front Haussmannian beauty on the city-centre island of Ile de la Jatte.
13.Jun.2017‘Every weekend in Mauritius is like ‘les grandes vacances’, says 33 year old Parisian-born Franco-Mauritian Isabelle Dupond ‘It feels like being a kid again.
13.Jun.2017For years only frequented by locals and a handful of clued-up foreigners, the crisp mountain freshness, soaring valleys and sky high-blue of the French Alps is now becoming a must-visit Summer and savvy property investment destination.
13.Jun.2017Perched on a hill facing the river, Santos is home to a kaleidoscope of art aficionados, architects and designers. Design pioneers Paris:Sete shine a light on life in Santos.
13.Jun.2017To celebrate the recent launch of our new Paris offices, who better to talk to about the passions and pitfalls of the Parisian property market than our city advisor, Clement Felisa.
13.Jun.2017Following on from our insider interview with foodie-cum-restaurateur James Ramsden, we delve into his Black-Book for spots not to miss for the authentic East London experience.
13.Jun.2017While once renowned for its rhyming slang and traditional pubs, East London has evolved into London’s hippest district, thanks to its proximity to the City, relatively affordable rents, and dynamic restaurant and nightlife culture. We sit down with restauranter James Ramsden to uncover why Londoners have fallen so in love with the East.
13.Jun.2017Following on from our insider interview with fashionista-cum-author Caroline de Maigret, we delve into her Black-Book for spots not to miss for the authentic Parisian Experience.
13.Jun.2017“Pigalle is a taste of the real Paris, it has real personality” explains Caroline de Maigret, "Unlike many other districts of the city there is something raw about it”.
13.Jun.2017With a reported 95% of Lisbon’s property still primed for renovation, it’s a city in constant metamorphosis. Yet while first-time visitors tend to be attracted to the elegantly bustling Chiado, sophisticated Barrio Alto and the buzzing bars of Cais do Sodré, its in neighborhoods such as Mouraria where forward-thinking developments are driving the evolution of the next generation of hot-spots.
13.Jun.2017What better way to explore Portugal than through the lens of a photographer Amelia Hazlerigg as she journeys on the trail of architect Alvaro Siza.
13.Jun.2017London, Paris, Lisbon… while we love the dynamic metropolises where Athena Advisers is based, there’s little like escaping for the weekend to deserted beaches and country-side cabins to remind us of what life is all about. Introducing our Escape the City series – hand-picking the best insider weekend bolt-holes that balance out city-life.
13.Jun.2017What do you get if you mix talented home-chefs with diners looking for a more dynamic culinary experience? Spearheaded by the success of Airbnb for hotels and Uber for taxis, “meal-sharing” is the latest innovation when it comes to the way we dine and discover cities.
13.Jun.2017Lisbon’s most elegant neighbourhood...
13.Jun.2017Surf’s up before that big pitch.
13.Jun.2017How the provenance trend is changing the way we live
13.Jun.2017We sit down with Carlota to shine the spotlight on life in Lisbon and why today is the moment to invest.
13.Jun.2017Of all the European governments offering residence permits to wealthy non-European investors, Portugal has been the most successful. But will the scheme last?
13.Jun.2017London attracts more foreign investment in real estate than any other city worldwide. But can it be too much of a good thing?
13.Jun.2017Alpine architecture is no longer limited to age-old wooden chalets, as visionary architects create modern masterpieces in the mountains.
13.Jun.2017Alexandre Cammas, founder of French gastronomic guide Le Fooding, singlehandedly shook up a staid Parisian dining scene. But who is picking up where he left off?
13.Jun.2017LXFactory: an industrial wasteland turned Lisbon’s beating heart of creativity.
13.Jun.2017Christian Luthy, founder of Le Bec Jaune in Morzine, left a London career to brew craft beer in the Alps. And he’s not the first entrepreneur to have traded city for slopes.
13.Jun.2017In this series we follow 3 Parisiennes, short on time, but keen for adventure as they navigate life in Paris, local property prices and planning the perfect weekend getaway within 3 hours of Paris.
13.Jun.2017