On 13 July, Spanish footballer Lamine Yamal turned 18 and marked the occasion in style with a party that not only went viral on social media but has also sparked political and social debate across Spain.

Container homes are growing in popularity thanks to their affordability, eco-friendliness and quick build times. However, despite their unconventional design, they must comply with the same legal and bureaucratic requirements as traditional homes. If you're planning to build a container home, here are the key steps to follow to obtain planning permission in Spain.

Barcelona Mayor Jaume Collboni has announced that the city will withdraw all 10,101 tourist accommodation licences by November 2028. The aim, according to the city council, is to free up homes for residential use and improve access to housing. However, the measure has sparked swift backlash from the sector, which sees it as a blow to a well-established economic model.

Inditex has taken a surprising step in its brand strategy with the launch of Lefties Home, a home décor line positioned at a lower price point than Zara Home. The new range is introduced alongside a complete revamp of Lefties’ visual identity, featuring a capitalised logo and a more muted aesthetic, reinforcing the brand’s growing lifestyle focus.

Foreign demand for second homes in Spain remains strong, with 51,800 sales in 2024, highlighting Spain’s appeal as a secure, attractive investment amid global inflation and geopolitical uncertainty.

Barcelona has announced a landmark decision to put an end to licensed tourist apartments. Mayor Jaume Collboni revealed that the City Council will not renew any licences for short-term tourist accommodation once they expire in November 2028. This policy will impact more than 10,000 legally registered flats across the city and marks a significant departure from Barcelona’s previous approach to tourist accommodation. Mayor Collboni is expected to personally inform Airbnb President Brian Chesky of the decision during a meeting scheduled to take place in the coming weeks.

Valencia’s historic centre is increasingly popular with international buyers. According to Engel & Völkers, 66% of the property sales the agency handled in Ciutat Vella during Q1 2024 involved foreign purchasers. In total, the firm completed 57 sales in the area – a 39% rise compared to the same period last year.

Leading real estate investors, both domestic and international, are redirecting their capital towards Madrid, gradually shifting focus from traditionally established markets such as the Costa del Sol and the Costa Blanca.

You switch on the television at home, open the Netflix app and choose from the countless reality shows centred around luxury property sales. Chances are, you've come across Million Dollar Beach House, one of the platform’s most popular shows globally.

Real estate investment in Europe could reach €214 billion in 2025, marking a 23% increase compared to the previous year, according to forecasts by real estate consultancy Savills.