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Welcome to the Summer 2016 issue of
Crown Group Lounge. What an eventful
few months it has been for both the
Crown Group team and our Platinum
Club members.
In August we saw the launch of Infinity
by Crown Group break company sales
records, with $380 million worth sold in
one day. Soon after, Viking by Crown was
named a winner at the 2015 Master
Builders Australia NSW Excellence in
Construction Awards.
In December I was humbled and
honoured to be named Urban Taskforce
Australias 2015 Property Person of theYear, which is a testament not to the
efforts of one person alone but the
efforts of the entire Crown Group team
past and present. We celebrated with our
long-time friends, clients and suppliers at
a special charity event at Doltone House;
I couldnt think of a better way to
celebrate this award and thank them for
their continued support.
WELC
OME
To cap off the year we bring you this
fresh edition of Crown Group Lounge
brimming with the latest in lifestyle, art,
property and travel news from around the
world, including a stunning Swarovski
photoshoot on page 26.
Our profile of entrepreneur and
RedBalloon founder Naomi Simson is a
must-read on page 12. And check out our
red carpet photos from the star-studded
Infinity by Crown Group Unveiling Eventon page 70.
Id like to take this opportunity to thank all
our Platinum Club members and Crown
Group clients for your continued support as
we enter a New Year of infinite possibilities.
Warm regards,
Iwan Sunito
Crown Group CEO Above: Our stunning Infinity by Crown Group sales suitcrowds gathering at the developments grand launch d
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IN THISISSUE
In This Is
LE A D E RS H IP & IN V E S T M E N T
Up, Up And Away 12
RedBalloon founder and Shark Tanksuccess
story Naomi Simson shares her philosophy
on success and work/life balance
House Proud 16
Nixon Alex from New Era Finance gives hisinsight into Sydneys property investment
market and building a portfolio
A RT S & F A S H IO N
Her Gypsy Heart 20We speak to kaftan queen Camilla Franks
about her stunning fashion empire and
latest collection
Swarovski Style 26A spirited collection of jewellery pieces
designed by model Miranda Kerr
If These Walls Could Talk 32A fascinating look at the struggles and
triumphs of iconic Australian artist
Florence Broadhurst
T RA V E L & IN D U LG E
Go The Whole Hog 36
Its now easier than ever to own and
enjoy that most venerable of Americanmotorcyclesa Harley-Davidson
Winging It 38
A glimpse at the lives of the rich and famous
and their preferred mode of transport, theprivate jet
W I N E & D I N E
Tets Feast 44
Celebrity chef and culinary genius Tetsuya
Wakuda on the love of his life: food
The Ginsiders Guide 48Just when you thought it was gone forever,
gin is back and in a big way
A Taste Of The Globe 52
We hit the streets in search of your perfect
global dining experience
A R C H I T E C T U R E & D E S I G N
True To Form 56
The Blocks most stylish judge Darren Palmer
talks pets and trends
T H E C RO W N G RO U P
C O L L E C T I O N
Tis The Season To Move 64We chat to Crown Group Leasings Anthony
Caudullo on whats happening in the Sydney
rental market
Dollars & Scents 66
Air Aroma on their unique business providing
companies with a signature scent
Crown Group Community 70Whats happening on the social calendar
Moments To Remember 74
A behind-the-scenes look at Crown Groupsdedicated sales team
Project Locations 76
A map of Crown Group developments
Last Word 78
Take time out to discover something new
Clockwise from left: Camillas newest kaftan collection,
V by Crown Groups breathtaking penthouse apartments
Four Pillars gin and the decor at the unveiling at A Night
Infinite Luxury on 30 July.
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R E D B A L L O O N F O U N D I N G D I R E C T O R , S H A R K O N N E T W O R K T E N S
B U S I N E S S R E A L I T Y H I T S H A R K TA NK A U S TR A L IA AND BE ST SE LLI NG
AUT H O R NAO MI S I MSO N, AK A T H E W O MAN I N T H E R E D DR E SS ,
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O F H A V I N G A F U N N Y B O N E ( Y E S ! )
UP, UPAND AWAY
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14 15Summer 2016 | Crown Group Leadership & Investm
ts one of Sydneys first balmy spring days and
Naomi Simson is relaxed as she sits back across
retro shabby-chic table in her trademark red
dress. Its 9am and Simson, 51, coffee-in-hand, is
lready chirpy. For someone so down to earth,
he has an arresting presence. Its like talking
o an old friend; conversation is relaxed and
treams along with unexpected windfalls of her
elf-starting dialogue.
Simson founded the online experience gift
tore RedBalloon in 2001, driven by a desire to
move away from a corporate career to spend
ime with her two young children. I thought Id
play with them in the day and work at night, but
t didnt really work like that, she says.
Fourteen years later, Simson is one of the most
uccessful female entrepreneurs in the country.
Borne off the back of the now-infamous
dotcom crash, her concept was a gutsy venture.
No one trusted the internet, Simson recalls.
Most people cant remember what 2001 waske. There was no such thing as cloud computing
or social media, digital photography was in its
nfancy and there were no smartphones. We
communicated by fax.
Simsons story is not an uncanny tale of rags
o riches, nor is it a story of luck. RedBalloons
path to the top is a story about good old-
ashioned hard work, a professional juggling
motherhood with the drive to bring an idea to
fe. Two months and four daysthat was the
ime that passed before RedBalloon sold its first
experience, Simson says. People ask me, Were
you going to give up? But it never even occurred
o me.
Today, RedBalloonnamed after the 1956
French fantasy film Le Ballon Rouge, which
ollows a young boy and his red balloon on
dventures around Parishas sold more than
wo million experiences.
Simson is now also a Shark on Channel Tens
hit reality programShark Tank.Its a lot of fun
nd an absolute privilege to have people come
nd stand before you completely vulnerable as
hey pitch their dream to you. All of us [judges]
re really empathetic; weve all been there, well understand it, she says. Innovation is not
bout technology and its not all about Silicon
Valley. Were doing it right here in Australia. Its
o important to celebrate that.
Does she like to celebrate? After all, Simson
built her empire around the concept of giving.
I do like to give great gifts, Simson grins. Too
often relationships are diminished by giving
thoughtless gift. When quizzed about her
avourite gift to give, Simson offers a gem.
My favourite is giving newly engaged couples
trapeezing, because thats all about trust. Its also
really funny and a laugh.
This notion of trust is inherent in Simsons
approach to business and, on the topic of
personal brand, Simson is quick to dissolve the
hype attached to buzzwords. Personal brand is
simply reputation. I dont have a personal brand,
she qualifies. Its about building trust. Peopleneed to know theres a real person behind
RedBalloon.
Its this unassuming outlook that has won
Simson warranted praise. RedBalloon has been
named a BRW Best Place to Work for five
consecutive years. This year, it also became the
first Australian company to make the WorldBlu
list of Freedom-Centred Workplaces. Perhaps
strangely in the modern business world,
Simson doesnt interview any of her staff, not
even her indispensable Executive Assistant.
Micromanaging does not scale a business, she
adds pointedly.
At first glance, Simson seems to manage the
almost impossible balance of both confidence
and warmth, but thats a superficial analysis of
what the seasoned entrepreneur has achieved.
Can women be too emotional in business? Its
an unfortunate adage that Simson is quick to
refute. Absolutely not, she replies. Ive cried
in front of my team too many times to count, but
I also laugh out loud a lot. I bring my whole self
to work. When you bring yourself to work you
can focus on what you need to get done, not on
being someone youre not.A regular keynote speaker, Simson is
comfortable with the spotlight and has a knack
for inspiring others.
What do I tell young people? I say that in
life you only need three things. First, you need
a wishbone, to dream and to plan. Second, you
need a backbone, to be resilient, persistent and
demonstrate courage. And last but not least, you
need a funny bonebecause if youre not having
a laugh, whats the point?
Above: Naomi and her partner Stuart King.
People ask me,
Were you going to
give up ? But it neve r
even occurred to me.
Naomi Simson
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Nixon Alex, the founder of New Era Finance, is a
broker worth taking advice from. He has walked
the walk and invested in a total of 15 propertieshimself, believing that there is never a bad time
to invest in real estate.
I bought property during the global financial
crisis and in 2004 when people said the market
was down, so I believe investing in property is
not difficult, as long as the bank is willing to lend
you the money, Alex says.
For anyone wishing to invest in property, Alex
has some tried and tested tips to take note of
before entering the market.
Research the area youre considering
investing in
One of the biggest mistakes investors make,
according to Alex, is buying property in an area
before researching its potential.
Dont buy in an area based on data you get
from real estate agents, he says.
You shouldnt base your decision purely on
how property has performed historically, but
consider an areas future. People have been
caught out after buying property in a mining
town, for example. Now as the industry faces
collapse, the prices have halved. Similarly,
if tourism rates in an area drop, so will your
chances of finding a tenant, he says.
Beware of any area or region that is
dependent on a single economy because it
can be volatile.
Find the right loan for your financial situation
Alex compares rates from more than 28 lenders
to find the right loan for each individual, taking
into account factors such as your total savings and
whether or not youre a first-time investor.
Repayment options will vary, but Alex says a
good broker can figure out which ones will work
in different situations.
A principal and interest repayment, for
example, can seem like a good option because it
reduces the liability. However, it could potentially
become a burden, depending on your situation,
he says.
With a principal and interest loan you have a
higher repayment, which will prove difficult if you
lose your job. People are often forced to sell theirproperty when this happens.
In that instance, a good broker should be able
to fix the problem before you are forced to sell.
Refinancing before its too late can work, he says.
Deciding on a loan structure will depend on
the individual, but Alex advises having enough
funds to cover a vacant property for at least
three months.
Without that, I dont recommend that they
invest, he says.
Plan for the future
The goal with property investment is to make
it work for you so that when you retire, for
example, you can reap the benefits.
Alex advises investing in a minimum of five
properties so that, in about 20 years, two can
be sold to pay off the rest.
Then you own your home outright and you
can depend on the rent of your other two
properties to survive, he says.
But its not a prerequisite to buy them all straight
away; start with one and work your way up.
Once your property has picked up and your
salary has increased, come back to me and well
restructure again, Alex says.
Prepare for the long haul
Investors shouldnt be put off by boom prices.
Alex cites Sydney as an example of a city that
may initially be expensive for investors, but
will always have good rental potential. Buying
property in Sydney is more likely to work in your
favour over time.
The value of property in Sydney may not
increase any more over the next two to three
years, but it will increase over time, he says.
With property, I advise my customers to hold
on to it for a minimum of ten years. If you hold onfor that long, Im sure you will get something.
Being in it for the long haul is Alexs motto for
business, toohis clients sign up for a lifetime
of service.
For me, a client is a friend for life. Even if you
pay off your mortgage in ten years, youre going
to upgrade or invest further so its going to be a
long relationship.
Visit www.newerafinance.com.au for more.
You shouldnt ba
your decisio n pur
on how property h
perfor med hist orica
but consider an
areas future.
Nixon Alex
Dont settle on the first loan offer
Alex advises consulting with a broker to help you
decide which bank offers the best loan for you.A broker, he says, can wade through them all and
advise on rates and loan structures.
I can tell you which bank will support you.
Not all banks will allow you to borrow as much
as you need because every bank has a different
serviceability, he says.
Seeking advice from a third party means the
advice is less biased and a good broker will also
keep your personal objectives in mind while
sourcing a loan.
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K AFT AN Q UE E N C AMI LLA FR ANK S I S A T E ST AME NT
T O W H AT C AN BE AC H I E VE D BY PE R S I ST E NC E AND
F R E E W H E E L I N G V I S I O N , W R I T E S BE L I N DA L U K SI C .
HERGYPSY
HEART
The designer behind the successful Camilla
label recently celebrated the launch of her 13th
Australian store, in Chadstone, Victoria, with plans
to open a boutique in Los Angeles next year.
Vivacious, unstoppable and all heart,
Camilla Franks has come a long way from the
young woman who first showed her designs at
Australian Fashion Week in 2004. Back then
the sum total of her fashion industry experience
was making kaftans and costumes to support
her fledgling acting career. As she tells it, I had
no idea what the hell I was doing, but I invited
everyone in the fashion industry anyway.
That first showinga highly theatrical,
choreographed event in the round, complete
with an aria-trilling opera singer suspended in
a 20-foot pot and women of all ages and shapes
draped in flowing kaftansnetted department
store David Jones as a stockist.
Camilla then hit the road, armed withnothing but her designs and a determination
to succeed. She dragged suitcases all over
the world, season after season, rejection
after rejectionthe other constant being her
unwillingness to give up.
I believed in myself and had a dream, and
no-one was going to slow me down, she says.
Her persistence paid off, with some of the
biggest department stores now signed to the
brand and more than 260 stockists worldwide.
Camilla takes none of this for granted, quick
to point out that her success comes down to a
lot of hard work and never taking no for an answer.
Ive always trusted my creative gut instinct, she
says, and I truly believe that with a lot of hard
work comes a lot of luck, and Ive been a lucky girl.
While the perennial appeal of the kaftan
is something that few saw coming, Camilla
isnt surprised. I was just doing what I was
passionate about, but the kaftan has been around
for decades, she explains. Look at [model]
Veruschka in the 60s and, of course, places like
Morocco and India where its part of the culture.
Camillas kaftans are a flamboyant riot of
colour and patterns, often embellished with
embroidery and beading. Inspired by her travels,
each piece tells a story and can take up to nine
months to create. That includes cataloguing
some 15,000 photos of her travels, creating the
fabric design (usually made up of a combinationof 20 of those images), preparing the crystals,
garmenting, and silhouetting the design in
different fabrics.
Travel is the primary source of Camillas
inspiration. It fuels my imagination and becomes
inspiration for my collection, she says. This
collision of personal experience and imagery
translates into the evocative prints that make her
designs so contemporary. Its also the backstory
that is particular to the Camilla brand.
Below: Camilla plans to open a new s
in Los Angeles next year.
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Camillas latest collection, My Wandering
Heart, is the result of her pilgrimage to Spain,
Portugal and Turkey, where she visited basilicas,
churches, cathedrals, ruins and coastal v illages.
nspired by the backstreets of Istanbul and its
kilim(rug) weavers, to the creative vibrancy of
Spains Antonio Gaudi, My Wandering Heart is
eeming with rich colours and intricate details.
There are also new silhouettes and shapes,
ncluding a flared long-sleeved dress and midriff
rill top.
While other labels have disappeared or been
bought out, the Camilla brand continues to
evolve and expand. Camilla concedes this has as
much to do with hard work and a great team as
not following trends. Ive always walked to the
beat of my own drum, she says. I dont conform
o what, I guess, a fashion designer is meant to
beand I probably couldnt, even if I tried.
If the success of her brand is anything to go
by, Camilla could be right. Her designs are worn
by the likes of Oprah Winfrey, Kate Hudson and
Beyonc and countless other women around
he world.
These days, the Camilla range includes
menswear, childrens wear, swimwear, shoes
and accessories, with plans for a candle and tea
ange by years end. Then theres the US market,
which accounts for almost half of Camillas export
business and is one she is keen to expand into.
Camillas bucket list is brimming with ideas
and dreams. First, theres the Los Angelesboutique and a new range inspired by a recent
rip to Africa. New York Fashion Week is
also in her sights. Then theres the dream of
opening a Camilla-themed restaurant, a lifestyle
department store with a bar, and a healing
etreat in Africa.
Considering her achievements to date, it
eems theres nothing Camilla cant do. As she
puts it, With big dreams you need an amazing
eam, and Ive got that.
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C R E AT I VE S , C O NT I NUE S T O
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Florence Broadhursts story beggars belief. Born
in 1899 to a poor farming family near Mount
Perry in rural Queensland, she had a strong
contralto voice, singing her way out of the bush
and then, using the name Bobby Broadhurst,
out of the country as part of a vaudeville troupe
that spent the roaring twenties touring Asia.
In Shanghai she changed tack and launched
her first business, the Broadhurst Academy, a
finishing school where the daughters of wealthy
British expats could learn everything, from
elocution to the Charleston, from Florence and
her expert staff.
By the 1930s Florence had reinvented herself
again, this time becoming the chic Madame
Pellier, a French couturier based in London who
claimed to be a genuine dress artist engaged by
the rich and famous.
In the 1950s, back in Australia, a whole new
Florence emerged. This time she masqueraded
as an aristocratic Englishwoman visiting the
colonies to recuperate from the ravages of
World War II. She painted landscapes, claimed
to know the British Royal Family, and happily
likened her modest artistic style to that of thegreat impressionists and Leonardo da Vinci.
Florence embedded herself in Sydneys
high-end social scene as a businesswoman,
public speaker and charity fundraiser, at
one point even announcing that she wanted
to be Australias Ambassadress. When her
landscapes failed to impress, she moved on to
portraiture, concentrating on images of people
she considered significant. But that didnt work
out either.
In desperation, as her marriage broke dow
and her business endeavours faltered, she
launched what would become her defining
venture: a Sydney wallpaper business.
During the 60s and 70s Florence produc
a stunning kaleidoscope of handprinted
wallpapers from bespoke, hand-drawn desig
She took the colours of the time and magni
them, but its the sheer range of images in he
design archive that continues to surprise
everything from conservative European
tapestries to interlocking geometrics, roman
florals, psychedelia and charming Chinoiser
Yet, however dynamic the wallpapers we
Florence seemed more startling stilla tiny
woman with bright-red hair, a penchant for f
eyelashes and dramatic clothes. She did as
pleased, picking up younger boyfriends and
living life to the full. She was difficult to igno
yet somehow easy to take for granted.
On 15 October 1977 the 78-year-old
was brutally murdered in her Paddington
wallpaper showroom. Despite an intense po
investigation, her assailant was never found.Then an even stranger thing happened. Flo
and her designs were somehow forgotten,
disappearing from view.
Do you think there could be a biography
in this woman? I was asked back in 2003. I
answered immediately before Id even had a
chance to see the images of Florences work, w
was then gradually being restored by Signatur
Prints, the Sydney business that held what wa
of Florences designs and silk screens.
She was difficult
to ignore, yet
someh ow ea sy to
take for granted.
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If what youre telling me is true, I dontunderstand why there hasnt been a biography
already, I said.
Much has happened since then. Fashion
designers such as Akira Isogawa and Nicky
Zimmermann have incorporated Florences
patterns into their own creations. Interior
designers have used her designs everywhere,
from Melbourne and Fiji, to London and Las
Vegas. Florence has also developed a celebrity
following, with Elle Macpherson, Marc Jacobs,
Gwyneth Paltrow and Courtney Love believed
to own examples of her work.
When my biography of Florence Broadhurst
was released in the US in 20 07, it caught the
eye of Deborah Lloyd, President and Creative
Director of luxury brand Kate Spade New York,
who then made Florences designs a key part
of the labels 2012 range, stocked in every store.
Deborah emailed me to say, Thank you so much
for writing the book that started this love affair.
Florences reach continues to grow as
Signature Design Archive, a company that
evolved from Signature Prints, finds new partners
to license her work across the globe. Already
you can sleep with Florence (theres a range ofbed linen), eat with her (using specially designed
crockery) and do the gardening with her (using a
trowel and fork featuring one of her designs).
Florence is back for good and her trajectory
shows no sign of stopping. Indeed, she looks set
to travel further than even she imagined.
Helen ONeill is the author of Florence
Broadhurst: Her Secret & Extraordinary Lives,
published by Hardie Grant Books, $65.
Clockwise from right: Florence
Broadhurst lived life to the
full; Floral flair at its best;
Psychedelic designs were a
Broadhurst hallmark.
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When anyone mentions the word iconic and
motorcycle in the same sentence, chances are
theyre talking about the venerable US brand
Harley-Davidson.
Since the first prototype was tested in
1903 and for the next century and beyond,
the Harley-Davidson brand has continued to
reflect freedom and hard-edged glamour with
an exceptional degree of brand loyalty and
admiration. A 2013 survey placed Harley-Davidson
as the fourth most respected brand in the USA
with global sales in excess of 250,000 bikes.
But ask any owner, even aspiring ones, and
the purchase of a Harley-Davidson is not based
on any financial analysis. It comes from within
and is driven by a desire for self-expression with
a middle-finger salute to the fashion conformity
and mundane treadmill of modern life. Lets not
beat around the bush hereits pure escapism in
the form of a raw, aggressive, sexualised icon.
Just like cosmetics, soft drinks and fast
food, brand alignment is key and productplacement crucial. The number of celebrity
owners reads like an Academy Award roll call
and the motorcycle itself is a star in its own
right with innumerable movie appearances
throughout the decades.
Cinema-goers will be quick to recall the
scene from 1991s Terminator 2when Arnold
Schwarzenegger rode the Harley Davidson Fat
Boy like he stole it. Which he did. Or 1969s
unforgettableEasy Rider, where ex-police Hydra-
Glides were converted into the famous pair
of choppers, Captain America and Billy Bike,
ridden by Dennis Hopper and Peter Fonda.
Movie trivia buffs will know exactly which
motorcycle Marlon Brando rode in the 19 53
classic, The Wild Oneand it wasnt a Harley.
But notwithstanding, the star did own a black
1970 FLH Electra-Glide and it recently fetched
more than $250,000 at auction.
Other high-profile actors on Harleys include
George Clooney (Road King), Elvis Presley
(56 KH), Justin Timberlake (several) as well as
the original wild hog, John Travolta, who owns
a Fat Boy.
Many Hollywood stars are so enamoured withtheir brush with Harley-Davidson fame that they
have become owners. And were not just talking
about the stereotypical tough guy either. Many
no-nonsense glamour gals dont mind their million
dollar bottoms on the seat of a Harley-Davidson.
In fact the list of leading ladies astride Harley-
Davidsons includes Brigitte Bardot, Elizabeth
Taylor, Tina Turner, Angelina Jolie, Bree Turner,
Cameron Diaz, Cher, Demi Moore, Gwyneth
Paltrow, Jessica Alba, Kate Hudson, Lauren
Hutton, Lindsay Wagner, Lisa Hartman Black,
Pamela Anderson, Queen Latifah and Sheryl Crow.
Cashing in on the feminine appeal, Harley-
Davidson commissioned a series of titillating
video and photoshoots with American
supermodel Marisa Miller. Instead of just being a
bit of pin-up decoration for the boys workshop
or shed, the leggy blond whose credits include
Sports Illustratedand Victorias Secret, is also an
owner of a 1200 Nightster and an ambassador
for the brand.
People see me as a supermodel on the cover
of magazines but no-one would ever guess
I do actually ride a Harley, says Miller, so its
important to see that if I can do it, anybody can
do it. Whether you are a guy thinking about it
and dont know how to go about getting into it,
or a woman who may be intimidated, just go for
it. Challenge yourself and break free!
The model range of Harley-Davidson
motorcycles has been static for some time,with the staple models regularly receiving
cosmetic and equipment updates instead of
major re-engineering. Brand diehards were set
all atwitter, however, when Harley-Davidson
introduced its first all-new model in 13 years
with the radical, lightweight, liquid-cooled Street
range comprising a learner-approved 500cc
and a bigger 750cc unit. Only the smaller 500cc
bike is available in Australia. The thinking behind
this departure was to allow Harley-Davidson an
entry point into the SE Asian market, in which it
currently has little impact.
In Australia, the Street 500 is the only bike
approved for LAM scheme in all states, providing
an opportunity for new riders to join the brand
and ride with dignity while serving their time
on L-plates.
Harleys first learner legal bike has been a
huge success, with a price tag of $10,750 ride
away. Right now, the Softail Breakout remains
the most popular model followed closely by
the Street 500 and the ever-popular Nightrod
Special, says Buckeridge.
The recent launch of the 2016 range of full-size
heavy motorcycles is spread over seven modelcategories with the new Street making eight.
The new Iron 883 and Forty-Eight models,
Harley-Davidson claim, are the purest expression
of their Dark Custom design movement yet.
Add to this the most powerful cruiser line-
up in company history and a broad range
of performance and styling enhancements
throughout the range and you have an eternally
exciting offering that keeps the brand relevant
and highly desirable.
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Dark Custom range i
aimed at the custom
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everyone appreciate
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LE ADI NG T H E
LI FE O F A
JETSETTER MAY
NOT BE THE
UNATTAINABLE
DREAM YOU
MAGI NE , SAY S
RODERICK EIME .
Weve all seen them. The super-rich glitterati
and the celebrity superstars in their limousines
drive right up the door of their private jet. Burlyblokes in dark suits standing aloof while our
VIPs stroll nonchalantly up the stairs to the
immaculate aircraft to be whisked away to
an undisclosed location.
Yet, corporate jet travel is not just for the
more-money-than-sense poseurs. Thinking of the
convenience, it means no more airport queues
or the irritations of arriving at the airport hours
before the flight as well as dealing with the crush
of the unruly public or cranky security staff.
Owning your own private jet, whether for
your personal or corporate use, may seem the
stuff of fantasy, but you might be surprisedhow easy it is to charter flights instead.
Our clients appreciate the convenience and
flexibility of a bespoke itinerary, says Jessica
Graham, General Manager of Essendon-based
charter company Executive Airlines. We quite
often build custom itineraries for corporate VIPs,
Hollywood stars and visiting performers who
appreciate the privacy of their own aircraft.
For example, we might put together an itinerary
that includes their business meetings as well as
leisure stops at locations like Hamilton Island,
Kangaroo Island or Uluru.
Graham notes that clients from mainlandChina, Hong Kong and even Russia are
particularly keen on the private charter option
utilising aircraft such as EAs 8-seat Citation
Sovereign once they arrive in Australia.
Charter allows you the same convenience of
owning without the added cost of storage and
maintenance. You can fly where you want, when
you want, jet to the deal that seals your fortunes
and have the right to have these words come
from your mouth: Lets just take my plane.
And while a price of at least $14 million is
what it takes to dip your toe into the private
ownership market, increasing numbers of savvytravellers are using charter firms to take
advantage of a mode of travel that can rightly
be described as beyond first class.
There are clear advantages particularly for
people who value their time and privacy, says
Darren McGoldrick, Australasian Vice President
of multinational charter firm ExecuJet that has
a fleet of more than 160 jets for hire including
the current gold standard of luxury, the
Gulfstream 650.
WING ING
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While Learjet may have become the generic
erm for corporate jet, the US-built Gulfstream
G650 is the biggest and fastest 18-seat, twin-
engine, T-tail jet and has been flying since 2008.
The G650ER variant, introduced in 2014, can fly
between Sydney and Singapore at Mach 0.85
and back without refuelling. Thats easily as fast
as any commercial airliner and has become the
must-have jet for the worlds wealthiest celebrities
ike Sir Peter Jackson and corporations like Nike,
Starbucks and Dyson. Pricetag: $US65 million.
McGoldrick explains that the larger and
onger-range private jets like the G650ER have
broken into the traditional domains of the
ntercontinental airlines. Along with new levels of
uxury, it means exciting times for private jet travel.
While the Australian business jet market is still
mall by comparison, many of our business high
flyers can afford to fly their own aircraft. Clive
Palmer, James Packer, Solomon Lew and LindsayFox jet around in $40m Bombardier Global
Expresses, while Toll Holdings Paul Little owns
a sleek Gulfstream G550. Beyond that, the
Australian Business Aviation Association
estimates that around 150 jets are privately
operated either by companies or individuals,
ome of which are available to charter.
A big part of the market, says McGoldrick,
s overseas nationals flying to Australia on
commercial airlines and then travelling within the
R E A D Y J E T S E T G O
Based at Melbournes Essendon Airport, Executive Airlines
operates a range of aircraft that includes the 12-passenger
Cessna Citation Sovereign. For more information call
1300 249 538 or visit www.executiveairlines.com.au.
Headquartered in Zrich, Switzerland, ExecuJet manages
160 business jets from bases in six regionsAfrica, Asia,
Australasia, Europe, Latin America and the Middle East.
country on charter jet. The price? An ExecuJet
LR45 will take you from Sydney to Melbourne
return for around $17,000. For that youll get a
sleek Learjet that seats up to six. As a comparison,
if you were wanting to stop in Canberra en route,
six business class Qantas seats will cost $7500.
But Qantas wont fly you into one of the wine-
growing districts between Sydney and Melbourne
for lunch in the vineyards. Extrapolate those
figures for groups of 12 to 18 executives and you
have a proposition.
Its one hell of a selling point, shifting the
dynamic from the passenger being servant to a
plane schedule or the annoying regulations of
regular air travel, to it being at your beck and call.
Want the pilot to give you a rollercoaster ride
in the sky? Theyll do it. Or smooth flying to a
degree that commercial airlines cant match?
They can do that, too.At a graduation speech for Duke University,
talking about the secrets of wealth and success,
Oprah Winfrey declared: Anyone who tells
you that owning your own jet isnt great is lying,
for the good reason that it is true.
Even in this age where ostentatious displays
of wealth are gauche, private jetting remains
one of the great material perks that money can
buy. Its just that now you dont have to be a
billionaire to do it.
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In Sydney hes a culinary icon, a survivor for
over a quarter of a century in one of the most
competitive restaurant markets in the world. In
Singapore hes the relative newcomer whose
tiny eatery keeps garnering award after award.
And in Tasmania hes simply Tets, the gourmet
ambassador who cant stay away.
The story of superstar chef Tetsuya Wakuda
is a remarkable one by any measure: the tale
of a young Japanese immigrant who became
recognised as one of the best chefs in the world.
His Sydney restaurant, Tetsuyas, became
a regular on international top-100 restaurant
lists soon after it opened in 1989. Waku Ghin,
Tetsuyas Singapore outpost at the glitzy Marina
Bay Sands resort, is ranked among the top 10
restaurants in Asia; its staff of 32 has catered for
just 30 diners each night since it opened in 2010.
Two years ago Tetsuya earned the
unprecedented honour of being named Masterof Cuisine by the Japanese Governmentthe
first overseas-based chef to be recognised as
such. The late American chef Charlie Trotter
described Tetsuya as being among an elite
group of international chefs that has influenced
other chefs through their personal styles and
unique approaches to food.
These are quite extraordinary achievements
for someone who arrived in Australia at the age
of 22 with very limited English language skills
and sought work as a kitchen hand in a country
where he expected to see kangaroos and koalas.
Along the way, this quietly spoken man has
devised a culinary philosophy centring on pure,
clean, fusion flavours, which has been much
copied but rarely bettered. Think dishes such
as scampi tail with scampi oil and chicken liver
parfait (Sydneys up-market surf and turf) or
marinated botan shrimp with sea urchin and
oscietra caviar (at Waku Ghin, where a 10-course
degustation is served at two sittings each night).
I made up quite a few things along the way
and, luckily for me, people liked the way they
tasted, Tetsuya admits.
When he was presented with the Diners
Club Lifetime Achievement Award Asia 2015 ,
he described his two restaurant businesses as
something that I believe in, and something that
I love to do. But it is actually not my talent, but
everybody together, so this award is for the team.This kind of award is usually given to someone
who has put in many years and is ready to retire.
But I am not ready to retire yet, he is quick to add.
Tetsuyas humble attitude has made him one
of the few superstar chefs about whom no-one
in the industry has a bad word to say. He also
freely admits to discovering ideas every time
he eats out, which is often. You have to have
a passion for eating first, and from that comes a
passion for cooking, he says.
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Born in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka Prefecture,
Japan, Tetsuya arrived in Australia in 1982
with a small suitcase and big dreams. He found
employment as a kitchen hand and then worked
for Tony Bilson, the chef superstar of his day, at
Kinselas, Sydney, where he learned the classic
French techniques that would help him create
his own culinary style.
After several short stints at other eateries and
a spell as part owner of a small restaurant called
Ultimos, where he cooked AsianFrench fusion
dishes, Tetsuyas star began to rise. In 19 89 he
opened Tetsuyasin a small terrace house in
Sydneys inner-city suburb of Rozelle; book ings
were soon hard to come by and waiting lists
were the norm.
A move to larger, classier premises in the city
followed, along with international recognition.
Back home, Tetsuyas success was being noted,
and in 2006 he was named as the first Sake
Ambassador outside of Japan.
Since 2003, Tetsuya has been the
International Food and Beverage Ambassador
for Tasmania, a state he visits regularly and for
which he has great affection. A few years ago
he had a wooden fishing boat built from localtimber, which he uses on his frequent trips to
the island state. He treated hundreds of locals
in Franklin, where his $800,000 motor cruiser
Belle was built, to a slap-up breakfast to
celebrate the launch.
This November, Tetsuya will be the star
attraction at Effervescence, the annual
celebration of Tasmanian sparkling wines,
at which he will cook on the opening night.
In addition to his ambassadorial role, he has
supported many small producers on the island
and his signature dish is a confit of Petuna ocean
trout from Tasmania.
A fiercely private man with a broken marriage
behind him, Tetsuya says his staff are his family.
To be honest, I think its amazing that other
people find time to be a father, a chef and arestaurateur, he told me a few years ago. I may
not have family here, but I have people I can
call familysome very dear friendsso I am
very fortunate.
Like most chefs, I only ever wanted to cook
my own food, in my own way, and I am thankful
that people continue to enjoy that.
As for the future, he has considered opening a
small Japanese-style tavern in Tasmania when he
retires. But right now hes just too busy.
Clockwise from
above: Confit of Petuna
ocean trout with konbu;
Marron salad with truffle;
Wakuda is a regular visitor
to Tasmania.
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GI N I S NO T O NLY I N , I T S R E VI VAL I S T UR NI NG H E ADS FAST E R
T H A N T H E D E V I L I N A B L U E D R E S S , R E P O R T S M I K E B U T L E R .
Consider this a public ser vice announcement:
If you like your martinis and other cocktails with
vodka, and gin isnt to your taste, it might be time
to stop and smell the botanicals, so to speak.
While vodka strives to be tasteless, themysterious and often misunderstood gin is the
polar opposite. Like whisky, gin is a drinkers
drink that is made to be recognised instead of
anonymously downed in a shot glass. Infused
with juniper berries and other botanicals,
gin is enjoying a revival, thanks in part to the
cocktail renaissance.
Its a really exciting time to be drinking gin,
says Pernod Ricard Brand Ambassador and self-
confessed ginophile Ben Davidson.
The revival began in Londons bar scene in
the late 90s when British bartenders started
exploring how gins flavours gave new life and
complexity to cocktails. That was followed by an
explosion of boutique backyard gins in the US,where distillers began diminishing the juniper
in preference for other botanicals, such as
peppers, citrus fruit, fennel, almond and even
capsicum. It created more all-mouth flavour
profiles to be integrated into drinks.
Its a style called New Western Gin, says
Ben, who made it onto the 2015 Bartender
MagazineTop 100 Most Influential List. Theyre
really interesting and each one is different, he
adds, singling out Aviation American Gin from
THE
GINSIDERSGUIDE
Oregon for its distinctive yet subtle note
of lavender.
Australia, too, is making its own distinctive
modern gins, led by Margaret Rivers The West
Winds Gin. Launched in 2011, the distillerys The
Sabre and The Cutlass gins pole-vaulted onto
the international scene by taking the double gold
and gold medals, respectively, at the 2011 San
Francisco World Spirits Competition. In addition,The Broadside gin won double gold at the 2014
New York World Wine & Spirits Competition.
[The first accolades came] within a month
of us launching, so it was a pretty good start,
says Jeremy Spencer, one of the four pals who
banded together to create the brand.
The West Winds blow in three varieties and all
are definitely worth raising a spinnaker for. The
Sabre is a nod to traditional London dry gin, but
with the addition of wattle seed, which gives a
creamy texture to the tongue. Its perfect in
a classic gin-and-tonic with a slice of lemon.
The Cutlass gin is bold and will put hairs
on your chest for various reasons, namely the
muscular 50 per cent alcohol by volume (ABV).
This is a serious gin that pairs native bush tomato
with coriander seeds to produce a headstrong
and very drinkable drop. Its a drinkers drink
best consumed with lots of ice, a splash of tonicand a slither of green capsicumpreferably on
the verandah at sunset.
And then theres the latest, The Broadside.
Lets just say its for pirates with style. Jeremy,
whos a bit of a swashbuckler himself, likes to
sip it straight up on a cold winters evening or
appreciate its fulsome flavour in a dry martini
with a grapefruit twist.
Tonic water not to your taste? Its probably
because youve only ever tasted synthetic
Above: Gin is infused with
a variety of botanicals to
provide a rounded and
stimulating taste.
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V BY C R O W N GR O UPS R E T AI L SPAC E S W I LL
R O VI DE PAR R AMAT T A R E S I DE NT S AND PAT R O NS
W I T H DI VE R SE DI NI NG O PT I O NS I NSPI R E D BY
SO ME O F T H E BE ST PLAC E S I N T H E W O R LD.
W E H I T T H E ST R E E T S O F SY DNE Y T O F I ND O UT
BO UT Y O UR FAVO UR I T E DI NI NG E XPE R I E NC E S .
A
TASTEOFTHE
GLOBE
Jessica, Belgium
In Naples, the pizza was amazing.
Italian pizza is the best in the world
and its cheap!
Pauline, Belgium
I had a great cheese board at a loca
restaurant in my hometown in Belgiu
Mattia, Italy
Italians take their food seriously and
my favourite place to eat is Ostaria
Boccadoroin Venice. The view is
beautiful and you can eat anything yo
likeseafood, pastaand all fresh.
Brian, Rhodes NSW
I love pho noodles in my native China.
Theres actually a few great noodle
restaurants right here in Sydneys
Chinatown that come close to being
as good as home.
Gene, Wollongong NSW
We actually went toSpeedos Caf
at Bondi Beach todaythat was pretty
special. It was a great experience and
the food was really well presented.
Lauren, Manly NSW
I used to live in Italy and the real gelato
you can get over there cant be beaten.
Its so authentic.
Sera, Gold Coast QLD
This bagel place in Williamsburg in New
York was amazingbest bagels ever!
Tully, Gold Coast QLD
Nobuin Malibu in the USA was the most
delicious restaurant Ive ever been to; it
was filled with celebrities and you felt like
an A-lister.
Whats been your best dining experience ever?
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You were appointed as a guest judge on The
Blockback in 2011. How did you end up on one
of Australias biggest reality television hits?
It all started with setting a goal in 2008 to get
more exposure for my business. I received a
Facebook message from a mate with a link
to an audition to be a contestant on a design
show. I auditioned forHomeMADEon
Channel Nine at the very last minute, unsure if
I should go down that road. It was all a whirlwind
once I was accepted. Two months later, I was
one of two finalists. In that time, I got to know
the executive producers pretty well, which
led to my role as a guest judge a year later on
The Blockits created by the same executive
producers. The following year I was asked to be
a full-time judge and Ive now been on air for
eight series.
Outside your TV commitments, what do
you like to do in your spare time to switch
off and relax?
I work quite a lot, but when we have our sonI prioritise time with him doing fun stuff that
builds good memories. We rough and tumble,
watch cartoons together, jump on trampolines, or
play games or video games together. Another big
favourite is building Lego together and you cant
go past good old Hide and Seek . We hang out
at the beach, as we live a five-minute walk from
beautiful Bondi, and take our dogs for walks.
Basically just good family fun is the way I spend
my down time.
What are the biggest faux pas people make
when styling their own home?
Buying things that they personally like without
regard for whether they actually work together.
The result is a bunch ofprobablylovely
furniture, but an average-looking room, at best.
Simply planning the pieces you want in your
space gives you the best chance of a great result.
But the opposite can be true also.
Youve been described as the nice guy of
design. Do you see it t hat way?
I dont take myself too seriously. There is no
place for ego on TV or in clients homes. The
things Ive been blessed with in life and my
career could just as easily stop in an instant so
I know its not wise to buy into any prestige or
pageantry. Its very easy to feel like grand results
equal entitlement, but at the end of the day my
outlook is that if a designer does a great job
people end up with great-looking homes and a
feeling of prosperity. If we mess it up, no-one
dies. Being relaxed often gets great results. Its
always good to keep things in perspective! I think
this outlook lets me be the nice guy.
Can you describe your personal style aesthetic
for your home?
Haha okay, for my home the aesthetic is
comfortable and practical. I have a six-year-old
son, three dogs and an old cat so our house is
a tangle of toys and hair. I dont see any joy in
being precious about things. Things arent what
is important in life, relationships are. There are
times when Im out at a beautiful home, like
recently when I styled a place in Annandale for
a Vogue Livingshoot and my next book, and I
thought, Man Id love to live like this all the time.But the truth is no-one lives in a photoshoot
no-one with young kids and three dogs at least!
So you have quite the menagerie in
your home?
Yes! Furniture and inclusions need to be
washable, removable or spray-and-wipeable.
It also means that we have a very relaxed home
with non-fussy interiors.
You now live in Sydney, but your roots are in
Queensland. Did you know from a young age
that you were destined to live in a bigger city?
No way! I studied French at school for one year
as it was mandatory, but didnt do it when it
was my choice. I thought I would never leave
Australia so why bother. Little did I know I would
travel so much and end up married to a Frenchie.
I wish Id learned more than, je mappelle Darren.
Apartment living is on the rise. How important
is savvy interior styling for this style of living?
A home needs to be a home. The only way to
get this is to imprint your own personality onto
it. That means understanding what makes you
tick and what you want to achieve. Once you
understand what you want then plan, plan,
plan, and buy cleverly by searching first and
buying when you have all the problems solved
and choices made. If you cant manage this for
yourself, hire a designer to do it for you.
How can people steer away from short-sighted
trends when it comes to styling?
Go for classic and timeless inclusions and
materials, and layer in small-cost replicable
trend items like cushions or decor. These can be
stored or sold when the trend passes. The bigger
and more expensive the item, the wiser it is to
find something versatile and enduringly beautiful.
Any current projects?
Plenty. Weve just completed an apartment for
the BoysTown Charity Christmas prize draw.
We are working on my next book, finishing my
own renovation to sell in October this year,working on my second rug range, plus expanding
into different product lines.
Favourite Sydney restaurant?
China Doll, Woolloomooloo.
Favourite holiday destination?
Anywhere I can take a plane to. In Australia
though, it would have to be Hyams Beach.
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D O R F +
N A T A L I EW A L T O N
Leading Sydney stylist Natalie
Walton partners with Dorf as
the first collaborator in a series
of strikingly imaginative work.
Both Natalie and Dorf believe
in timeless simplicity and
intuitive design. That is, the end
result serves a clearly definedpurpose, but is also very
refined.
Its always important to me to
create spaces where people
want to be, says Natalie.
When it comes to products, Im interested to know
more about them - where they were made, who
designed them, what influenced them, explains
Natalie. Nothing is just an object to me - its
something to understand, and learn from.
Featuring
the Dorf
Myriad
Cross
Collection
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THE CROWN GROUP
R E D E F I N I N G T H E P A R A M E T E R S
O F I N N O V A T I O N
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W I T H W AR M W E AT H E R H E R E AND A FLUR R Y O F NE W PR O PE R T I E S H I T T I NG T H E
MAR K E T , SY DNE Y S LE ASI NG O UT LO O K I S I N F I NE FO R M. DO M I N I Q U E K U HN E SAT
DO W N W I T H H E AD O F C R O W N G R O UP LE ASI NG, AN T H O NY C AUDULLO , T O C H AT
ABO UT W H AT S AH E AD I N T H E C O MI NG MO NT H S .
Crown Group Leasing opened its doors in
2011 and today manages more than 250
investment properties.
Spring is typically the season for fresh starts.
Tell us about the spring rental rush.
One season rules them all when it comes to the
property market and thats spring! The change
of season floods the market with exciting, new
options for renters. If youre looking for the
perfect home, spring is typically a good time
to start lookingyou are likely to get the
opportunity to consider a wide variety of options.
What are people looking for in a
rental property?
Well-located, premium properties within
15 kilometres of the city and access to transport
are highly sought after. Tenants are looking to
secure a value-for-money lifestyle package.
Amenities and resort-style facilities are high on
wish lists. Renters are becoming more and more
astute, factoring in routine costs such as gym
memberships and assessing how they compare
to an all-inclusive lifestyle offering. I encourage
investors to put themselves in tenants shoes to
understand what theyre really looking for.
Should investors feel at ease listing their
property in spring?
Yes. While we typically see more properties
available for lease, this upward trend in
availability is timed with a spike in potential
tenants ready to make a move before Christmas.
People like to start the New Year on the front
foot and Christmas is a busy time, so naturally
spring represents an opportunity for landlords
to capture peak interest in the market.
More and more people are opting forapartment living. Why is this the case?
These days many tenants who can afford to live
in a house prefer the convenience of living in
an apartment. People dont want to spend their
weekend mowing the lawn or sitting in traffic just to
get to the cinema or caf. Reducing the time spent
on home maintenance means people have more
time to spend doing the things they really love.
What does Crown Group Leasing have
available this spring?
While it is impossible to predict whats on our
future roll, theres a strong chance we will have
properties available in the award-winning Top
Ryde City Living project and the innovative
Viking by Crown project at Waterloo. Both
residential projects represent excellent
opportunities for renters to secure a state-of-
the-art lifestyle close to shops, transport, local
amenities and infrastructure.
How does Crown Group Leasing optimise
the leasing process?
Weve found that about 40 per cent of our
enquiries are coming in between 5pm and 10pm;were recognising these trends in the market.
Crown Group Leasing uses a custom-designed
24/7 software, Register Online, to allow our
prospective tenants to book numerous
inspections around the clock and receive
uninterrupted service and immediate
appointment confirmation.
To find all the apa rtments available to rent,
visit www.crowngroup.com.au/leasing.
Top Ryde City Livin
is a seven-tower, 653
apartment residentia
development locateabove Top Ryde Cit
Shopping Centre. Th
development feature
expansive common
facilities including a mu
room, library, media
theatres, indoor and
outdoor function area
a childrens playgroun
and a pool.
Viking by Crown
is a ten-storey residen
development located
the suburb of Waterlo
within Sydneys upcom
Green Square precin
and moments from
artistic Danks Stree
and East Village
shopping centre.
TIS THE
TO MOVE
SEASONC U R R E N T
P R O J E C T S
Clockwise from left: Top Ryde City Li
Viking by Crown outdoor swimming p
Crown Group Leasings Anthony Cau
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Y O U K NO W T H E SAY I NG, PR O DUC T I O N MI NUS S ALE S E Q UALS
SC R AP . NO MAT T E R W H AT BUSI NE SS Y O UR E I N , I F Y O UR E
NO T MAK I NG SALE S Y O U W O NT BE I N BUSI NE SS FO R LO NG.
AS AI R AR O MAS J O H N VAN R O E MBUR G T E LLS RO DE RI C K E I M E ,
SC E NT MAR K E T I NG I S R I G H T O N T H E MO NE Y .
Expensive television commercials and
newspaper advertisements are one route,
but have you considered a more subtle yet
effective way to market your brandone where
you dont have to say a word?
Humans are complex, acutely sensory
creatures and their decision to proceed
to purchase is a combination of numerous
factors ranging from urgent need to whimsical
desire. Bringing a customer to the point of
commitment (ie, closing the sale) requires
skilful communication and deft manipulation
of perception.
During your sales presentation, the customer
whether theyre aware of it or notis deciphering
audio cues and observing body language and
facial expressions, as well as absorbing some of
your sales message. What if there was something
else you could do to tip the scales in your
favour? This is where scent marketing and the
mysterious, subliminal art of persuasion comes in.
John van Roemburg, CEO of Air Aroma, has
spent more than 15 years helping businesses
implement scent as part of their overall branding
strategy. Scent marketing is used to create an
atmosphere that encourages and relaxes the
customer, he says. Smell is linked to pleasure,
wellbeing, emotion and memory; therefore it can
influence a customers mood. The fragrance
should be pleasant and subtle so [the customer]
can connect on an unconscious level.
As Air Aromas marketing material explains,
A signature scent is most effective if customers
can closely associate the smell with the brand;
therefore it should be used like a traditional
graphic logo and be present in every possible
customer contact point. According to the Sense
of Smell Institute, A brand with an olfactive
[relating to the sense of smell] logo has a 65 per
cent chance of being remembered. An unscented
brand has a 50 per cent chance of being
forgotten within the first three months.
There are some obvious situations where
scent marketing could be decisive in creating a
positive outcome. The most popular applications
of scent marketing and signature scent creation
are in industries where customer service and
brand perception are critical, van Roemburg
says. Most installations are currently in hospitality
environments such as hotels and casinos, the
finance industry, retail settings, fitness centres,
airlines and residential buildings.
DOLLARSSCENTS&
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One of Air Aromas most interesting
esidential projects was a 10,000m2palace in
he Middle East that required more than 40
centing units and a unique signature fragrance
or the occupants. Careful consideration was
equired when selecting each ingredient to
match the desires of His Royal Highness and
he culture, as well as the palaces interior
colours, textures and materials. We also had
o consider the very hot, dry climate and blend
he fragrance accordingly.
Casinos have reported revenue increases of
up to 40 per cent after the addition of scent to
he gaming area, van Roembug continues, as
customers spent more time (and money) in a
more conducive environment. Retail stores have
eported similar increases in gross sales.
While higher revenues in spending
environments are certainly a key outcome,
what other applications are possible? Scent
marketing techniques can be applied to spacesyou wouldnt necessarily expect, van Roembug
ays. Our clients include funeral homes,
hospitals and dental clinics. Ambient scents of
orange or lavender in dentists waiting rooms have
been shown to reduce anxiety and improve mood
n patients.
Weve even developed some very specialised
ragrances for a wide range of artistic functions.
On one occasion, Air Aroma teamed with fashion
abel Romance Was Born to develop a bespoke
Australian essential oil blend to scent the Bush
Magic-themed grand finale at the 2015 Virgin
Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival.
Another time we worked with Cirque du
Soleil to enhance particular moments of the
show, and a delicate newborn-baby scent was
developed to emphasise crucial moments of a
Melbourne play, e-baby. Weve even bottled the
unmistakable smell of opening a brand-new
MacBook for use in an art exhibition.
Air Aroma fragrances can also be used by
anyone in their home, shop or office, using small
self-serviced diffusers with the flexibility to
change aromas at will. A welcoming scent for
guests or visiting clients can be changed quickly
and easily to something suitable for childrens
homework or other creative inspiration. Plus,
there are no naked flames, toxins or messy spills
that can occur with other methods such as
perfumed candles or oil burners.
Recently, Crown Group developed its own
signature scent, Infinity, which debuted at the
event A Night of Infinite Luxury. This resort-style
signature scent incorporates lush green nuancesand fresh oceanic notes to complement Crown
Groups revolutionary urban developments, such
as Infinity by Crown Group within Sydneys new
Green Square Town Centre, which is designed
to create seemingly endless forms of living
space to enjoy reaching beyond the horizons
of contemporary style.
Carefully chosen fragrances can have many
beneficial effects, including reducing irritation,
stress, depression and apathy and enhancing
happiness, sensuality, relaxation and stimulation.
So lead by your noseit could be your path
to success.
A SIGNATURE SCENT
IS MOST EFFECTIVE IF
CUSTOMERS CAN CLOSELY
ASSOCIATE THE SMELLWITH THE BRAND ...
LIKE A TRADITIONAL
GRAPHIC LOGO.
Clockwise from above: Air Aromas
range of Aroslim diffusers and CEO
John van Roemburg.
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From left to right: 1. Steve Gray and Gary Cory 2. Iwan Sunito, Koichi Takada and Georgia Wilson
3. Megan Gale 4. Kevin Vertzagias, Evelyn Vertzagias, Liana Sunito and Iwan Sunito 5. Ian and Prisca
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M MENTST O R E M E M B E R
The Sales Team
Go to any of Crown Groups stunning
ales suites and youll be greeted by one
of our property-obsessed sales executives.
The Sydney residential sales team is a
multicultural 12-person team of professionals
with mixed backgrounds and a wealth of
combined experience.
The sales teams newest member, Indranil
Halder, spends most of his days at the Infinity by
Crown Group sales suite in the up-and-cominguburb of Waterloo.
Clockwise from left: Colin Lee, Ada Chen, Ivone
Hendarta and Colin Lee, Prisca Edwards and
Alison Zhang and Jennifer Tan.
Clockwise fro
Indranil Hald
Nicholas Abb
What does Indranil like about working
in sales?
I love helping people to enjoy a luxurious
lifestyle in everyday living, he said. V by
Crown Group in Parramatta is my favourite
I love its unique features, exceptional value
and the cutting-edge lifestyle it offers.
Similarly, another new recruit to the team,
Project & Commercial Sales Director Colin
Lee loves it when the pressure is on to guide
buyers through the complicated maze of
buying a property in NSW. I love guidingmy clients through the often-challenging
process of buying real estate. I like bringing
comfort to clients through informative and
consistent updates throughout the sales
process, he said.
With design underway for the next
spectacular Waterloo development, the
sales team cant wait to share the highly
guarded details and reveal w hats next.
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Publisher
Giverny Reid
Creative Director
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