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LONDON, DUBAI, NEW YORK: A TRIAD OF SUPER-PRIME RESURGENCE
In a fast-evolving global landscape, three cities continue to lead in luxury real estate - London, New York, and Dubai. For ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs), investors, and property professionals, these cities offer not only safe investment options but also high-quality lifestyles and long-term value.
Last year, we explored Dubai’s rapid growth in Dubai’s Real Estate Market: A Rising Star for Global Investors. As 2025 progresses, it’s clear that Dubai’s continued growth isn’t an isolated story - but part of a wider resurgence across key global markets, including London and New York.
In this blog we take a closer look at how these three markets are performing - and how Accouter’s international design services support clients making property moves across these key global hubs.
DUBAI: STEADY DEMAND AND STRONG FUNDAMENTALS
Dubai’s luxury property market continues to lead globally. According to the Financial Times, property prices in Dubai have risen by 147% over the past five years, driven by international demand, tax advantages, and ongoing political and economic stability. In 2025 specifically, an increasing number of buyers are seen to have come from Europe and North America.
Neighbouring cities are also shaping their own luxury markets. Abu Dhabi, the UAE’s capital, is taking a more measured approach to development - supported by its substantial energy reserves and sovereign wealth.
Financial Times also state that Abu Dhabi now holds 96 per cent of the country’s oil and recently surpassed Oslo as the city with the largest sovereign wealth fund assets, totalling $1.7 trillion. This financial security allows for a focus on spacious, family-oriented residences, offering a calmer alternative to the fast-paced, high-density offerings of other regional hubs. The city’s lifestyle reflects this shift, prioritising long-term liveability over rapid turnover.
At Accouter, we understand that our clients surroundings are an extension of your unique lifestyle. Our luxury interior design services in Dubai are tailored to capture your personal vision, ensuring your residence is as captivating as the experiences you seek. From bespoke furnishings to art from international galleries, our handpicked team of artisans and designers will transform your space into a sanctuary of elegance and sophistication.
NEW YORK: RENEWED INTEREST AND MARKET CONFIDENCE
New York’s luxury housing market is regaining confidence in early 2025. Robb Report notes that in 2024, following a quieter market period, there was a 58.3% uptick in sales of properties in the $20 million and above price category. - Compass
Many are prioritising convenience, seeking properties that are already furnished, designed, and ready to move into. Key neighbourhoods such as Tribeca, Central Park West, and the Upper East Side are once again attracting interest - especially from international buyers who view Manhattan as a core part of their global property portfolio.
This demand for finished, thoughtfully designed residences aligns with a growing need for service-led property ownership, where quality and efficiency take precedence over personal renovation projects.
New York's enduring appeal as both a financial hub and cultural epicentre makes it a prime choice for luxury living. Our studio are poised to help our clients unlock the vast potential this iconic city offers, ensuring their investments are both lucrative and enriching.
LONDON: STABILITY DURING A POLITICAL SHIFT
Despite the current political shift within the city, London’s super-prime market remains robust. According to Mike Golden, co-chief executive of CIRE, in an interview with City A.M., the market in the UK luxury market “has been very very strong. The market for the super prime – the more than £10m properties in London - is flourishing.”
The UK capital retains strong global appeal - driven by its cultural institutions, educational access, and long-established property markets in areas such as Belgravia, Mayfair, and Kensington. International buyers, particularly from the Middle East and the US, continue to see London as a long-term hold.
Accouter are also seeing increased interest in classic interiors and calm, neutral spaces - homes that feel private, refined, and timeless. Clients want high-specification properties that don’t require additional work, which is where trusted design partnerships play an essential role. Our latest project, Kensington Green, a private, 5-storey residence in the heart of South Kensington is a great representation of how our studio works with our clients side-by-side to create a space for international buyers to feel at home in their new property.
Market Parallels and Opportunities
Despite the differences in regulation, tax environment, and supply across the three cities, several consistent trends have emerged:
LIFESTYLE-FIRST PURCHASES: Investors are choosing cities based on liveability, access, and long-term value, not just return on investment.
GLOBAL MOBILITY: UHNWIs want their homes to reflect their unique lifestyles, and often own in more than one key city.
FINISHED HOMES IN DEMAND: Turnkey properties with high design standards are preferred over renovation opportunities.
At Accouter, we support property owners, real estate professionals, and developers in all three cities. Our team works in close-collaboration with our clients to deliver fully managed interior design services - combining practicality with exceptional quality.
Whether you're investing in a Manhattan apartment, a London townhouse, or a waterfront home in Dubai, we ensure your property is ready to live in or market - without compromise on detail, time, or design integrity.
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