Billions are being poured into regenerating this Zone 1 area, where smart new developments amid a swathe of trendy restaurants and bars will be among the capital's best connected.

What was an empty tower on a forlorn site is now a beacon for regenerating part of the West End.

As housebuilders gear up for spring 2018’s new homes launches, they should give more thought to the powerful influence of good placemaking.

Historic Clerkenwell is an internationally recognised design district. Now Crossrail is about to set this hot area on fire.

The east-west rail link broadens the appeal of this huge borough beyond a few leafy urban villages.

Aldgate is on a charm offensive, offering its new residents homes, super-fast broadband and London’s best transport links.

A £2.2 billion regeneration project is transforming this prime central London spot, realising its potential with luxury flats, top restaurants and cool shops.

New homes are springing up south of the river, in fast-changing locations along the trail blazed by delis and farmers' markets.

Ambitious plans to revive this south London district will bolster the ripple effects from neighbouring Nine Elms and Battersea.