Leon Beckenham, Author at Living in Mallorca

The cost of the Mallorca dream

Is it expensive living on Mallorca? Here are some helpful tips to save on your euros and live well on the island.

Spectacular sea view villa in Canyamel

Interior design company, Terraza Balear, bring their sophisticated signature finish to this elegant family home on the Canyamel coast.

11 easy ways you can make friends in Mallorca

Expanding your social network isn’t easy wherever you are, but luckily in Mallorca there are plenty of ways to meet new people.

Palomino: Master of Modern Mediterranean

Top Spanish architect Alejandro Palomino carefully considers factors such as modern lifestyle, technology, and spatial concepts in his cutting-edge designs.

Duplex apartment with Sóller valley views

Set just steps from Sóller’s bustling central square, this neatly modernised duplex property combines period charm with panoramic valley views.

Authentic Mediterranean Living in Sóller

Blending the old world with the new, Posada de Balitx combines modern luxury living with 17th-century charm in the historic heart of Sóller town.

Illetas, Cala Mayor & Cas Català

From its low-key resorts to exclusive hilltop community, this lively coastal region benefits from proximity to Palma as well as a beautiful coastline.

Luxury sea view Villa in Port d’Andratx

Set high up overlooking Port d’Andratx, even by the lofty standards of this exclusive exclave, Infinity House stands out as one of the area’s finest.

Ibizan inspired villa on Mallorca

This luxury villa has all the sleek signature touches of Ibizastyle studio, with a design that takes full advantage of its enviable seafront setting.

Luxury seafront villa reformed in Cala Pi

Antònia Pizà Vidal of 353 Arquitectes shares the impressive results of a stunning seafront villa transformation, where the views stretch as wide as the sea.

Perfectly Reformed sea side villa

Project managers LF91 engaged their diverse fields of expertise to deliver a renovation of this splendidly understated yet sophisticated sea front villa.

Movies by Moonlight

Espacio Home Design has designed and installed a state-of-the-art outdoor home theater experience that will rival any on the island – whether indoors or outdoors.

Modern designer villa Santa Ponsa

Several top names on the island worked together to produce this stunning contemporary villa, as well as the client themselves…

Jorge Bibiloni’s design shines in Son Vida modern villa

Jorge Bibiloni is a rising star in the world of design on Mallorca, and his latest Son Vida property is sure to only further boost his profile.

Low-rise living in Sol de Mallorca

Before working on Jeffrey Archer’s Mallorca home, architect Thomas Griem had not set foot here. He’s since built his own and is even planning a move.

“Every decision should be based on reason”

Antònia Pizà, founder of 353 Arquitectes, opens up about what she considers important when designing construction projects on Mallorca.

A perfectly-proportioned luxury villa

After an extensive renovation project by design-led construction company Barr Baleares, the villa La Bellesa has settled into its Tramuntana surrounds.

Kundalini: yoga that empowers

Founder of the RA MA Institute Guru Jagat reveals what her yoga practice Kundalini involves and its power in helping others to achieve their full potential.

Artist Grason Ratowsky

Exchanging the buzzing New York metropolis for the sedate Mallorcan countryside, painter Grason Ratowsky has found the perfect retreat for exploring his creativity – and starting a family.

Mallorca: a Mediterranean microcosm

Ever more people are looking to what is seen as the simpler and sunnier climes of life in the Mediterranean. But why are so many drawn to Mallorca?

“So, what’s the secret to making a perfect soufflé?”

British chef Stephen Luscombe explains how life is all a question of balance and not just in the kitchen but in all aspects of living.

Slow cooking quality

Italian restaurateur Marco di Loreto explains the success behind his restaurant Mar de Nudos and why he is a promotor of quality on Mallorca.

“You have to think like a fish”

Robert Maunder, Chief Executive of First Mallorca discloses what he owes to his success and what makes his real estate company the best on Mallorca.

The world’s finest chefs at mymuybueno

The mymuybueno Cookery School offers the chance to learn the skills and techniques of some of the biggest names in gastronomy, up-close and personal.

Maria Solivellas on reviving traditional recipes

Maria Solivellas from Ca na Toneta restaurant in Caimari talks through what it means to be cooking on Mallorca and reviving traditional recipes.

Chef Rafel Perelló on going back to his roots

Rafel Parelló, chef of 365 Son Brull in Pollença talks about his familial roots that inspired him to cook Mallorcan cuisine.

Miquel Calent: an advocate of Balearic cooking

Miquel Calent, the culinary genius behind Ca’n Calent and Cuit, opens up about where his inspiration comes from and his passion for using Mallorcan produce.

A standing ovation for Palma Auditorium

Palma Auditorium celebrates its 50th anniversary of bringing incredible music, theatre and dance from all over the world to Mallorca.

Quality tourism over quantity

Various developments on Mallorca are pushing towards drawing more upscale quality of visitor to the island.

Minotti furniture on Mallorca

A collaboration between top Italian furniture brand, Minotti, and interior design experts, Terraza Balear, has produced predictably impressive results.

Luxury villa with natural flow

An understated coordination of interior design and architectural form takes this luxury villa to impressive heights.

Razor-sharp design in Palma

The latest barbershop in Palma takes cutting edge design to new heights. Check it out for inspiration!

Barcelona designers in Purobeach reform

Barcelona-based studio brings their creativity and expertise to one of the Mallorca’s best-known beach club brands – Puro.

The plywood project

A clever architectural solution helps create a unique dwelling brimming with innovation and simple charm in Palma.

Yolanda Cubo: An equilibrium of eclecticism

Interior designer Yolanda Cubo has renovated her Palma apartment to ensure the eclectic styling is bathed in natural light.

Palacio Can Marques Luxury Suite Hotel Palma

The latest addition to Palma’s growing collection of boutique hotels is arguably one of its most impressive. We learnt the story behind how new life – and luxury – was breathed into one of the capital’s most beautiful buildings.