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Lapa
The Lisbon neighbourhood of Lapa retains its traditional charm, feeling more like a quiet village than part of Portugal’s capital. It’s far from the noise but close enough to walk to the centre.
Making shelter
Housing manufacturers are providing prefabricated homes for those in areas worst hit by Japan’s tsunami. Monocle visits Rikuzen-Takata, where over a third of the town needs shelter.
La Pedrera
La Pedrera’s charm is in its simplicity. Its low-rise architecture, unspoiled beaches and vibrant artistic community are luring foreigners seeking a haven beyond the bright lights of Punta del Este.
Neukölln
A quiet yet vibrant neighbourhood bordered by the Landwehr canal, northern Neukölln now attracts international creative types who are looking for local colour, generous space and cultural diversity.
Observation
Monocle is hunting for a new London HQ. Inspired by our modern workplace feature, editor-in-chief Tyler Brûlé dreams of what it could be. Anyone for a karaoke salon?
Camogli
On the Ligurian coast, the fishing town of Camogli is attracting writers, artists and intellectuals. A traditional escape about 20km from Genoa, it’s set against a backdrop of olive-groved mountains.
Bay of plenty
Two new workplaces on the city’s waterfront, with cafés, gyms and roofdecks for lounging, show that new work styles are possible even in hardworking Japan.
Alameda
Seville's parkside Alameda district is a perfect place for a second home. It boasts excellent transport links, sunshine and famous cocktail bars, plus plenty of old-world townhouse apartments at great prices.
La Candelaria
In Bogotá’s city centre, La Candelaria feels like a remote village. With colonial mansions, a bohemian vibe and regeneration plans, foreign property buyers are snapping up bargains in this historic neighbourhood.
Triangle d’Or
The Moroccan city famed for its Art Deco architecture is in the middle of a huge regeneration project, making it the perfect time to invest.
