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The process of transforming a client’s vision into a fully realised, beautifully outfitted jet can be complex and demanding as there are many specific factors to consider – any of which can derail the entire project if approached incorrectly.
However, using a professional completion management service to oversee the process can transform what might feel like an arduous journey into something closer to a chauffeur-driven trip in complete comfort – enjoyable while it lasts, with a rewarding outcome at the end as you take ownership of your perfectly designed aircraft.
In this article, we’ll take a deeper dive into the process of realising a client’s vision and transforming abstract concepts into reality.
A completion manager will have discussed the client’s functional requirements and helped them to select the correct aircraft for their needs. From this, crafting a conceptual design is the next step on the journey, resulting in rough sketches being produced, then refined in order to meet a client’s requirements whilst taking into account the aircraft’s specifications and existing configuration.
To achieve this, the designer must begin the concept phase by listening to the client and ensuring they fully understand their functional requirements, alongside their lifestyle, taste and vision for the project. Discussions that focus on a client’s hopes and dreams may seem irrelevant to the casual viewer but are essential for understanding them on a fundamental level, allowing the designer to build the project around the identity of the client.
These early discussions are used to create visual representations of ideas and explore potential directions and concepts during the project’s initial stages. This enables the design process to advance, allowing the completion manager to begin estimating the scale of the project – including costs and projected time frame.
The designer will begin creating basic concepts for the client to be able to visualise the layout and identify which aspects work well and which may need to be refined.
Developing the interior architecture includes defining the volumes and configuration of the cabin space. When planning the layout, the designer will take the needs of the space into account when defining boundaries between working, entertaining, private and personal areas.
The way people move through and use the available area is critical: walking about the interior should be enjoyable and not feel cluttered or complicated. This means the designer needs to think about how each person will interact with the space created. The most important thing is to provide a space that can change and adapt to the personal concept of “living”
The interior design process will take client’s way of life, the space’s intended function, and the desired mood of the finished product into account, incorporating these elements into the space. From there, the designer may draw inspiration from the home, yacht, or car of the client, or they may choose a completely different and innovative route.
The designer will work with the client to capture the desired “feel” of the interior and explore ideas for wall and floor finishes, including panelling details and joinery in natural, artistic, and three-dimensional modelling. These preliminary ideas are developed in a variety of media, including hand-drawn perspectives, computer models, and sample boards outlining materials and appearances, allowing client to experience these aspects both visually and sensorily to choose the best possible finishes.
Once identified the preferred elements of the interior layout, styling, material, and finishes, the designer will create additional ideas and sketches to create a set of preliminary design concepts, complete with interior viewpoints and design details.
Client will then discuss these concepts, sketches and samples with the design and completion management team, and the designer will identify the preferred elements. From this, they’ll build a shortlisted set of preliminary design concepts, utilising the selected architecture, styling, material and finishes.
After a final design concept has been chosen, three-dimensional digital and scale models can be developed. 3D digital modelling enables you to evaluate the chosen designs in various environments and lighting conditions, allowing rapid modifications to be made to explore options using photorealistic illustrations. A scale model helps the final design to be observed and comprehended so that surfaces, finishes, lines, and folds can be better appreciated in natural light. In addition, they provide a physical form that cannot be duplicated in terms of scale, size, and shape appreciation whilst offering you the ability to physically interact with them in order to comprehend diverse angles and perspectives.
Once the client and design team have together decided upon their favourite elements from the interior architecture, styling, material and finishes, further ideas and sketches are then created from this shortlist to develop interior viewpoints and design details to create a set of preliminary design concepts.
When the final design concept has been selected, the development of three dimensional digital & scale models can begin.
Digital modelling using CAD (Computer Aided Design) offers the possibility to evaluate designs in different environments and to explore changes quickly together with photo-realistic visualizations. However, to really grasp proportion, size, and form, nothing beats the physicality of a scale model. One benefit of using scale models is that both designers and clients may get a hands-on experience with the product, expanding their understanding of the project from multiple perspectives.
This stage is critical before moving onto the Design phase to ensure that client expectations are met at all stages of the process.
As such, the Concept Phase includes the initial stages of the design process in which rough sketches are created in collaboration with project stakeholders, then shortlisted according to client wishes.
The designer will seek to achieve a design that meets all of the aircraft’s requirements, including performance, structural systems, control systems and more. In addition, the design and completion management team will consider elements such as the shape of the aircraft’s fuselage, wing location and engine size whilst taking into account any other legal or regulatory stipulations in order to craft an evolved concept around your requirements.
After completing the conceptual design, the design phase includes condensing the preferred ideas and concepts into a final, definitive plan. During this phase, your completion manager and designer will review the chosen concepts and identify any potential issues to be corrected before creating a final definitive document.
Finding the sweet spot between originality in design, precision in engineering and reliability in manufacturing is essential and every aspect of the aircraft interior is considered to ensure these elements are seamlessly integrated into the completed aircraft.
Information that must be incorporated in a detailed design plan includes the “Scope of Work (SOW)”, a specification document describing the amount of detail and quality that must be maintained throughout the process of outfitting, defining the required performance of each of the systems, mechanisms, material finishes, fittings and products used in the build. These criteria are broken down into four categories that together form the final product: Technical, interior, performance and operation specifications.
A complete set of exact scaled drawings including plans, sections, elevations, reflected ceiling plans and joinery details is generated. Once a completion centre has been selected to carry out the project, the completion manager will hand over the diagrams and oversee the conversion into production and installation diagrams, from which the interior cabin will be constructed.
Essentially, the design phase encompasses the transition from initial concepts to a finalised plan to be given to suppliers and completion centres to allow them to provide quotes and ask for any further information before proceeding to the negotiation and implementation phase.
Following the completion of the detailed design phase, the drawing package specification document and scope of works will be submitted to the main contractor for final cost analysis.
Any changes that are needed to suit budget constraints or special manufacturing requirements will be made at this stage prior to the final sign-off and approval from the client.
Whilst this might be the end of the design process, there’s still much more to be done before the bespoke private jet is completed and ready for her first flight. Completion manager will advocate for the client while overseeing the project to completion.
The concept and design phase is often the most meaningful for many clients as it is specifically centred around individual prerequisites and gives the client the opportunity to design the perfect private jet.
A good completion manager and designer will work together as a team to understand client’s aesthetic and functional requirements and translate this into a design that is more than measurements or diagrams, or materials. A good design takes the seed of an idea and creates something transcendent – an environment that offers everything a client needs in a beautiful and sumptuous space at 40,000ft.
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Pinot noir, Syrah, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignan, Gamay and Merlot.. the wine sector is definitely one of the most interesting and complex industry that wonderfully blends together tradition and heritage with modernism and technology. We had the pleasure to speak with Erwann Guegan and learn more about the brand Baron de Monte-Carlo and what’s behind this fantastic wine.
Baron Christian Louis de Massy, son of Princess Antoinette of Monaco and Anthony Nogues, the creator of the famous Grand Prix de Monaco, is at the origin of our exquisite brand of wines, named Baron de Monte-Carlo.
We firmly believe in the importance of quality. Our wines are elaborated only by the best winemakers, notably Eric Bonnet & Yves Cuilleron, and the renowned Ramatuelle winemakers who have been awarded year after year by the world’s greatest labels and gastronomic critics. By doing so, Baron de Monte-Carlo wines have been selected among the most prestigious wines produced in France, each of our appellations among the best terroirs of these appellations.
The quality of the wine is extremely important. That’s why we selected Yves Cuilleron and Eric Bonnet to join in this project. They have a world-famous reputation, their wines can be found in top end restaurants and are known by just about any sommelier in the world. The brand is also very important, in our case for instance Monte-Carlo is known all over the world, “Baron de Monte-Carlo” inherits and inspires elegance, the highest quality and respect. The appellations also need to be known, therefore we selected prestigious appellations such as Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Gigondas, Condrieu, st Joseph, Côtes de Provence rosé among others. Last but not least, the packaging needs to be appealing and high-end, we have dedicated attention to every detail from labels to cases, everything is top-of-the-range.
Thanks to the ancestral tradition and meticulous know-how that our winemakers have, Baron de Monte-Carlo wines are able to bring a unique experience of pure pleasure. Therefore, to ensure the best experience, clients can drink our wines in top end restaurants or in high-end retail stores.
”Our brand and our selected winemakers share the taste for excellence, their lands have been cultivated with love and passion for generations, committing to preserve their terroir through sustainable viticulture methods.
Erwann GueganBaron de Monte-Carlo
We are working on very exclusive wines – barrel selected – at the estates with limited edition number of bottles but for the moment I cannot say more.
That’s an easy one, with my wife
In the last months I have been able to travel to different cities and countries, specifically Dubai, Riyadh, AlUla, Portugal and Monaco. Even if these destinations differ from each other, I noticed that they were still united by a component: a luxury experience, whether it was physical or mental.
It was a family office conference that took me to Riyadh, the 18th Ritossa Global Family Office Investment Summit held at the Voco Hotel. The Chairman & Managing Director of Nama Al Baraka Holding opened the conference with very interesting data about the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and made us feel very welcomed. The summit lasted 3 days and we were more than 300 in attendance, from Europe, the US, the Middle Eastern region and Asia and India. On this occasion we spoke about the importance of human capital for growing family businesses, the speakers and I concluded that it is a necessary luxury. It is luxury in the sense that capital growth is expensive and comes amid efforts and sacrifices from families – like sending children to the best schools, spending on education, spending on personal growth, spending on lifestyle and so on.
I went to AlUla at the invitation of my friend Pierre Sigg, who has an art residency in AlUla, part of his Sigg Art Foundation. He organized a lunch with the Royal Commission for AlUla and we assisted to a fascinating presentation about the vision for the place. AlUla is a symbol of Saudi Arabia’s openness to secular tourism and its pre-Islamic history. AlUla is an area of 22,000 km2, it is an open-air museum the size of a country, inviting you to travel through time. It is a question of preserving the authenticity of the landscapes, of ensuring the choice of local materials, of respecting the colours, the architecture, the traditions, the populations and of course the history. It is an accumulation of kingdoms, empires and scriptures: Aramaic, Dadanitic, Nabataean, Greek, Latin and Arabic.
Recently, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman announced the “Time Masterplan”, a journey to deliver five districts by 2035, a $15 billion blueprint for public-private partnerships. The development project aims to create 38,000 new jobs, attract 2 million visitors per year, increase the region’s population to 130,000, and finally contribute 32 billion dollars to the Kingdom’s economy. One of the first opportunities for private participation in the project is in the hospitality sector. The site, when completed, will have 9,400 hotel rooms and there are already some luxury hotels.
Welcome to the column of our recurring guest editorial staff member H.R.H. Prince Michel de Yougoslavie, Grandson of King Umberto of Italy and Prince Paul of Yugoslavia
The Prince is a "meta-advisor" providing valuable advises to some of the worlds most influential people including Royal Family Offices, and, more surprisingly, an art photographer. Each month, he will touch on the latest trends and happenings within the global luxury and investment worlds, gleaned from his exclusive meetings with the powers that be.
Enjoy
In the last months I have been able to travel to different cities and countries, specifically Dubai, Riyadh, AlUla, Portugal and Monaco. Even if these destinations differ from each other, I noticed that they were still united by a component: a luxury experience, whether it was physical or mental.
It was a family office conference that took me to Riyadh, the 18th Ritossa Global Family Office Investment Summit held at the Voco Hotel. The Chairman & Managing Director of Nama Al Baraka Holding opened the conference with very interesting data about the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and made us feel very welcomed. The summit lasted 3 days and we were more than 300 in attendance, from Europe, the US, the Middle Eastern region and Asia and India. On this occasion we spoke about the importance of human capital for growing family businesses, the speakers and I concluded that it is a necessary luxury. It is luxury in the sense that capital growth is expensive and comes amid efforts and sacrifices from families – like sending children to the best schools, spending on education, spending on personal growth, spending on lifestyle and so on.
I went to AlUla at the invitation of my friend Pierre Sigg, who has an art residency in AlUla, part of his Sigg Art Foundation. He organized a lunch with the Royal Commission for AlUla and we assisted to a fascinating presentation about the vision for the place. AlUla is a symbol of Saudi Arabia’s openness to secular tourism and its pre-Islamic history. AlUla is an area of 22,000 km2, it is an open-air museum the size of a country, inviting you to travel through time. It is a question of preserving the authenticity of the landscapes, of ensuring the choice of local materials, of respecting the colours, the architecture, the traditions, the populations and of course the history. It is an accumulation of kingdoms, empires and scriptures: Aramaic, Dadanitic, Nabataean, Greek, Latin and Arabic.
Recently, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman announced the “Time Masterplan”, a journey to deliver five districts by 2035, a $15 billion blueprint for public-private partnerships. The development project aims to create 38,000 new jobs, attract 2 million visitors per year, increase the region’s population to 130,000, and finally contribute 32 billion dollars to the Kingdom’s economy. One of the first opportunities for private participation in the project is in the hospitality sector. The site, when completed, will have 9,400 hotel rooms and there are already some luxury hotels.
Welcome to the column of our recurring guest editorial staff member H.R.H. Prince Michel de Yougoslavie, Grandson of King Umberto of Italy and Prince Paul of Yugoslavia
The Prince is a "meta-advisor" providing valuable advises to some of the worlds most influential people including Royal Family Offices, and, more surprisingly, an art photographer. Each month, he will touch on the latest trends and happenings within the global luxury and investment worlds, gleaned from his exclusive meetings with the powers that be.
Enjoy
Dubai, with its skyscrapers and malls and hotels is a show window for luxury. I think every luxury brand on the planet is there, it is an amazing experience and today by simply naming Dubai the association with luxury comes naturally. I took this opportunity to visit my friend Serge Conesa, the founder of Immersion4, a cutting-edge solution to the problem of cooling data centers.
I went to Lisbon and immediately I was immersed in the history of this country, made of explorers. Everywhere you look at, you are reminded of that: the monuments around town, the harbour on the river Tagus where you can see modern and antic ships – like the Caravelle that allowed explorers in the 15th century to go to Africa and into the Atlantic Ocean. I went to Cascais to visit the Grande Real Villa Italia Hotel & Spa, a five-star luxury hotel, built on what was my grand father King Umberto’s house. Immediately, I had a flood of memories. I also went for a walk with Carlos, a Portuguese friend of mine whom I know since I am 20 years old. We had time to recall so many adventures and memories. Being able to relive so many cherished moments was a real luxury and after this trip I couldn’t stop thinking about the notion of time and how time is a perception that takes on different speeds, depending on how one’s look at it. During my stay in Portugal, I met Rita and Adeline, they are helping me to find the perfect location for my photography exhibition. We looked at some amazing palaces, but I will share the final and selected location in a few months.
I was able to see the tennis tournament, the Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters, which saw the victory of Mr. Tsitsipas. The weather was perfect, the village was full of sponsors, including luxury brands of alcohol, watches, clothing, airlines, automobile, hotels, telecommunication, hotels, radio stations, news groups. It attracted a vibrant crowd, where celebrities were mingling with tennis lovers. I was myself invited at the Pavillion of Moët Hennessy Diageo, which was very pleasant and where the hosts made everything possible to make you feel confortable, well treated and special. They achieved their goals perfectly. Moreover, I had a fantastic meeting with the inventor of livingpackets.com, whose product “THE BOX” was elected at CES (Consumer Electronic Show in Las Vegas) as “the product with the greatest chances to change the world”, its aim is to replace 100 billion waste packaging per year. Having the opportunity to meet and talk the inventor of such a groundbreaking solution does not happen every day.
Welcome to the column of our recurring guest editorial staff member H.R.H. Prince Michel de Yougoslavie, Grandson of King Umberto of Italy and Prince Paul of Yugoslavia.
The Prince is a "meta-advisor" providing valuable advises to some of the worlds most influential people including Royal Family Offices, and, more surprisingly, an art photographer. Each month, he will touch on the latest trends and happenings within the global luxury and investment worlds, gleaned from his exclusive meetings with the powers that be.
The iconic Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters just came to an end, and Wall Street Luxury Europe had the pleasure to talk with the director of this prestigious tournament, Zeljko Franulovic.
I started my professional career as a tennis player. In the 70s and 80s I was in the top 10, with a total of 9 ATP victories, including Monte-Carlo in 1970. Until the 90s ATP only had a small office in Paris and because the players organization was getting more important, I was called to run the European Head Office which we decided to set-up in the Principality of Monaco. During my ATP career I served as a Board member, Executive Director for Europe and Tournament Director of the ATP Finals in Frankfurt, Hannover and Lisbon. In 2005 I became Director of the Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters.
There are no other tournaments like Monte-Carlo. It is a historic event with a prestigious trophy the Prince’s Cup that is coveted by all players. There is a tradition and heritage that come with this destination – we just held the 115th edition. Moreover, even if the venue is relatively small and we maximized every single square meter, we put a lot of efforts to build a kids zone that we also use as a tennis platform to inspire the younger generations. The overall atmosphere is very special here and the sight overlooking the sea is spectacular.
After two years of pandemic, 2022 was a big relief. In 2020 the tournament was cancelled and in 2021 was organized behind closed doors. Until mid-March 2022 we were not completely sure how many people could actually attend but on the 14th of March the good news arrived: there was no more need for vaccination or testing (last year each player had to get tested every second day) and finally, we could run our event at full capacity. This allowed us to sell almost all our tickets and to host more than 132.500 spectators (more or less like in 2019). The atmosphere was festive again and Tsitsipas’ victory was the icing on the cake, he is a spectacular player, indeed.
I come from a tennis family, my background is in tennis and having been a professional player it gave me a significant edge. Furthermore, during my tennis career, I was also studying law and have graduated at the university which came in handy when I started running tennis tournaments. This being said, my academic and professional background have been a good combination and instrumental when it came to running a major tournament like the Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters and making it successful.
Tennis is an individual sport, it is global and easy to follow, it is not violent and in general players are behaving well. Families prefer it compared to other sports because it’s a good sport for their children’s body and mind and for developing their identity.
Tennis has evolved so quickly because the whole world has changed in the past few decades thanks to the technological progress and transformations that followed. The game itself became more athletic and professional: players now have a coach, a physical trainer, a video analyst, etc., generally speaking they are better prepared. The game has become faster because the equipment and especially the rackets have considerably evolved. Players, themselves are stronger and taller. I cannot say if it is better or worse, it is as it is. Also the press and media coverage have intensified and have followed the transitions, now you can watch a tennis tournament via streaming on your smartphone, which was unthinkable a few years ago. The future of the Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters is bright, the tournament kept growing and now after 17 years of my involvement it is well established and recognized all over the world, it can only work on minor details to make the fan experience even more exciting.
Images Courtesy of Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters.
Interview by Trudy Berger
Boka Place is Porto Montenegro’s newest neighbourhood – awash with activity and friendly spirit, offering a collection of vibrant new spaces to eat, shop, stay and recharge. The village’s latest development is a dynamic hub where light, airy spaces bring new retail, gastronomy and entertainment venues to the Adriatic’s prized waterfront community, alongside a new portfolio of residences where waterfront luxury-meets-urban convenience.
The complex is conveniently located at the entrance to Porto Montenegro, just a short walk from its marina and luxury waterfront village. Its 2023 arrival will redefine marina living with an even bigger retail, restaurant and entertainment offering across 7,400m2, including luxury boutiques, bustling bars and bistros, with an additional 45+ new tenants signing up, which will overlook the area’s vibrant superyacht marina.
Courtesy of Kerzner International, the development welcomes a brand-new, urban-centric, five-star, fitness-infused hotel concept – the world’s first SIRO – bringing a revolutionary new hospitality brand to Porto Montenegro, with fitness and wellbeing at its core.
Blurring the boundaries of urban architecture and the great outdoors, the contemporary interiors of this new lifestyle complex spill out to open spaces where natural light and greenery meander around a central courtyard. Boka Place becomes home to a vibrant retail and dining offering, with a wealth of leisure and community gathering spaces, intertwined with botanical walls, gardens and water features. The complex will house renowned retailers and galleries, alongside an open-air food hall and market concept, three-screen experience cinema and indoor climbing wall – for a recreation-meets-indulgence match.
The design-led SIRO hotel will offer an immersive living experience with holistic wellness at the core, integrating five-star hospitality with fitness, nutrition and restoration, and a wellness-focused approach to health and fitness, appealing to modern, global lifestyles and reinventing the traditional hotel concept to create game-changing experiences that inspire and revitalise. The hotel will feature a cutting-edge fitness club, Recovery Lab, dedicated spaces for yoga and meditation, swimming pools and nutrition-led dining, complementing life at Boka Place and its relaxed new stance on luxury living.
Boka Place is set to become one of the area’s sophisticated addresses offering urban living, with multiple benefits for residents, such as invitation-only events and summer kids’ clubs days, as well as membership to the Porto Montenegro Yacht Club. It will comprise of 213 apartments, ranging from studios to penthouses. Prospective residents will be able to choose from a range of SIRO-managed residences or private residences. Approximately 85% of SIRO-managed residences have been sold and reserved since the launch of off-plan sales in Summer 2020. Each apartment has been designed with wellness in mind – featuring large open spaces, built-in stretching and exercise units, air purifiers, ergonomic furnishings and sustainable materials, sitting perfectly within the wellbeing- and restoration-focused brand. The 144 SIRO-managed residences will benefit from 5-star hotel services, alongside luxury fitness and wellness facilities. In addition to the exclusive hotel-managed residences are a smaller selection of 69 private residences, managed by the Porto Montenegro M-Residences rental management scheme, and will feature exclusive access to a stunning rooftop pool with panoramic views of the Adriatic Coast. The new complex will offer a mix of generously sized studios, 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom apartments and 2- and 3-bedroom duplexes, with prices starting from just 240,000 EUR.
With construction already underway and scheduled for completion by 2023, the wheels are firmly in motion for Porto Montenegro’s most exciting new development to date. From bustling bars and bistros, elegant boutiques, live music and family entertainment, the village’s new vibrant and eclectic urban hub creates the perfect marriage with the SIRO hotel brand, with a focus on activity, friendly spirit and transformative wellness.
Aside from the Mediterranean climate and allure of the Porto Montenegro village, a number of other factors are at play in making Boka Place an excellent choice for investors. Not only can buyers now qualify to become Montenegrin citizens, they can do so with or without relocation requirements, catering just as well to those in search of a second home in the sun whilst securing return on investment through a series of bespoke rental management programmes.
Southern Montenegro has long been known for its pleasant weather and organic Adriatic cuisine, while in recent years, Porto Montenegro has become the country’s trademark development, adding an undertone of luxury to the wild beauty. For a minimum of 450,000 EUR investment in real estate and a 200,000 EUR government fund donation towards the country’s infrastructure, investors can enjoy the prospect of a lovely new home coupled with a new passport in as little as six months.
Montenegro’s favourable tax economy boasts one of the lowest personal, corporate and capital gains tax rates in Europe, whilst opening a business is a simple and accessible option for those seeking Residency by Investment.
Every stop in life is the chance for a new beginning. Recently, the airline industry came to an abrupt stop, with many flights cancelled and certain flight routes ceasing to exist. At the beginning of the pandemic, airline travel was virtually impossible, and, for a moment, the industry paused to reflect instead of making quick decisions. We took our time to understand the gravity of the situation and carefully prepared ourselves for what we now know was one of the most productive years in the history of private aviation.
In 2021, business aviation became an appealing option to a whole new class of premium passengers who previously may never have considered private flights. Private aviation was quickly recognized by many as the safest and most reliable way of traveling during an epidemiological pandemic.
After finally overcoming the bacteriological crisis, we thought that the challenges were over and instead, unfortunately, another tragedy began to unfold whose developments are unknown at the current Ukrainian Crisis. As stated by Arie De Gues “The ability to learn faster than competitors may be the only sustainable competitive advantage”, Camber Aviation Management did exactly that: the firm stopped, thought about what happened and made decisions consequently. The outcome has been incredible, the enterprise has been able to achieve impressive results thanks to the dynamism and perseverance that have distinguished the company.
Perseverance always makes a difference. It is determination that pushes us to overcome difficult times and excel beyond our limits. For Camber Aviation Management, it is highly important to invest in the community and in future generations, that’s why they decided to be the official sponsor of Coen Skrypnek, a promising 17-year-old mountain bike racer from their hometown of Squamish (British Columbia, Canada), and to support him on his 2021 European Tour.
The previous year, in the depths of the COVID crisis, there were few opportunities to compete, so Coen focused on his training, on sunny days, but also in the depths of winter, in the cold rain and sleet, he worked on his lines, on his strength and confidence. The results were impressive, Coen earned a spot in the 2021 World Cup Tour.
With plenty of confidence and a charming smile, Coen never faltered in spirit. He raced hard, overcame some significant challenges including bursting a tire in the final third of one race and yet still completing. It was precisely this courageous and combative spirit that prompted Camber Aviation Management to renew the sponsorship of the Canadian mountain bike racer for the current year, with the hope of reaching and sharing important goals during the 2022 World Cup Tour.
One of life’s greatest rewards is seeing your work bring pleasure to someone, but every once in a while it is also satisfying to be recognized for your efforts. Together with Pierrejean Vision and Kestrel Aviation Management, Camber Aviation received the prestigious award for the best Private Jet Cabin Design Concept at The International Yacht & Aviation Awards 2021 presented by leading interior design magazine “design et al”.
Camber’s A220 Corporate Cabin Concept has been awarded “The Best Private Jet Cabin Concept” based on four key criteria: modern, state-of-the-art technology comparable to competitors; cabin volume equivalent to the Airbus A319Neo or Boeing BBJ Max7; exceptional take-off performance from hot, high, and short runways, and the ability to adapt the passenger cabin into a bespoke private aircraft layout.
There were many objectives behind this innovative concept beginning with its unique seven-zone modular layout. Each cabin was composed of three fixed zones (entrance/galley, lavatory/wardrobe, private suite with ensuite washroom) and four variable zones. The design had to be innovative, clearly differentiate itself from competitors, including state-of-the-art systems/materials, and provide options for cabin aesthetic customisation.
The past year has been an exciting time for Camber Aviation Management’s CEO and aviation expert, Thomas Chatfield, as he became the newest board member of The International Aviation Services Organization (IASO) and Davi Audio.
IASO is a global nonprofit professional industry forum for airport and aviation service providers. The organisation acts as a parent association for all aviation service companies worldwide, consulting on issues and developing best-practice policies for the entire industry.
Davi Audio, Inc., a new US-based high-tech electronics manufacturer with its team of industry veterans preparing to launch its groundbreaking line of Extraordinary Handcrafted Personal Audio. Davì Audio creates the first true luxury bespoke personal audio products befitting of the VVIP aircraft experience.
Choosing the right business partners is key. Working in the private jet industry and with UHNWI clients requires exceptionally high standards of excellence. You must always strive to surpass your client’s expectations and that means only partnering with the very best. As a result of the increasing number of requests to assist UHNWI clients in transforming their vision of a perfect private jet into reality, Camber Aviation Management and Wall Street Luxury Europe have partnered together to provide the best possible support and deliver outstanding private jet solutions.
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Sitting on your balcony with your morning coffee, you gaze across the marina’s neat rows of sparkling yachts to a sweeping expanse of water, its surface barely ruffled by a gentle breeze. In the distance, a line of plump hills marks the opposite shore of the bay, their wooded flanks unscarred by roads and buildings. Immediately below you, as the village comes to life, its pedestrian boulevards remain almost silent. There’s no traffic. People stroll. The pace is slow. The peace is absolute. This is Porto Montenegro, and the community’s slogan, “a life less ordinary”, could hardly be more fitting.
Founded some 15 years ago by a consortium of visionary developers, Porto Montenegro is set in the spectacularly beautiful Bay of Kotor on Montenegro’s Adriatic coast. From historic origins as a naval base, it has been transformed into an exquisite waterfront destination, with low-rise apartment buildings, tree-lined pedestrian boulevards and an array of chic boutiques, restaurants and cafes surrounding a breathtaking superyacht marina.
What began as a best-kept secret among yachting aficionados is no longer so secret, as sophisticated travellers add Montenegro to their list of must-go destinations. With few exceptions, they immediately fall in love with the place, seduced by its natural beauty and the warm welcome they receive. For a significant number, that love-at-first-sight feeling has translated into a decision to buy a home in Porto Montenegro – whether as a seasonal hideaway or a permanent base – secure in the knowledge that its world-class amenities make it a sound investment in both financial and quality-of-life terms.
Against a backdrop of steadily rising property values (an increase of 62% for waterfront properties at Porto Montenegro over 10 years), the stability of the Euro currency and a very low-tax and business-friendly regime, Porto Montenegro has become a vibrant and cosmopolitan residential community, as well as a year-round destination. For families, there is an International School that offers the IB curriculum; and for business people, the South village offers a variety of attractive offices for rent.
While some home buyers are content to wait for the completion of the new Boka Place neighbourhood in 2023, others fulfil their urge to move immediately by buying into one of Porto Montenegro’s recently completed buildings, where a limited number of residences are still available.
Set directly on the quayside, Regent Pool Club Residences comprises two wings – Baia and Aqua. Designed in sleek, contemporary style and linked at podium level by an expansive terrace with swimming pools, the residences feature light-filled interior spaces and sweeping views of the sea or mountains. Owners have access to all services and amenities of the five-star Regent Porto Montenegro and can benefit from the hotel’s optional rental pool programme. Prices start at €418,000 for a one-bedroom apartment.
Just a few steps back from the waterfront, Elena Residences is a sophisticated addition to Porto Montenegro, with well-planned interiors featuring expansive terraces and beautiful views of the sea or mountains. Owners are offered a comprehensive menu of services including the option of interior design and furnishing solutions, and access to Porto Montenegro’s well-established M Residences rental management service. As in Regent Pool Club Residences, buyers receive automatic membership of the exclusive Owners’ Club, with its dedicated lifestyle team and portfolio of special privileges. One-bedroom apartments in Elena Residences start at €463,000.
As an added benefit, those who purchase one of Elena or Regent Pool Club residences until May 31st 2022, will receive right of immediate occupation after just a 30% down payment. The remaining 70% paid can be paid quarterly over two years at 2% interest, or over three years at 2.5% interest. Additionally, new homeowners will also be able to enjoy waived maintenance charges for 12 months after signing the sale’s purchase agreement.
”Meanwhile, work continues apace on construction of the village’s new jewel, Boka Place – a rare chance to create an easygoing yet elegant lifestyle, become part of the vibrant and welcoming community that’s already well established in Porto Montenegro, and make a sound investment. Due to be completed in 2023, this lively, top-of-the-line urban-style neighbourhood has been designed for year-round living, with a focus on wellbeing and fitness. It features a wide variety of residences, high-quality retail outlets, exciting eateries, a new flagship SIRO hotel, and a plethora of entertainment activities for families, couples and friends. With its distinctive style and privileged position, Boka Place also presents an excellent investment opportunity, in terms of both capital appreciation and the option to benefit from a well-established and proven rental management programme.
Slavica MilicResidential Marketing Manager, Adriatic Marinas d.o.o.
A gateway to Porto Montenegro’s laid-back elegance, Boka Place is just a few steps away from the buzz of the marina and the glamour of the Yacht Club. Positioned to become one of the Bay of Kotor’s most sought-after locations, it will bring together 45 new retail offerings – from shopping and dining to recreation and entertainment. Shops will range from international lifestyle brands to purveyors of everyday essentials, including a flagship market and food hall to meet the needs of Boka Place residents. Spread across 7,400 sqm of land, the neighbourhood will also feature a multi-screen cinema complex, and will host a plethora of cultural events showcasing music, art and food.
A great asset of Boka Place will be the world’s first hotel SIRO – a new hospitality concept created by Kerzner International, the group behind Atlantis and One & Only Resorts. Adding dynamism to the neighbourhood and encouraging a health and fitness-infused lifestyle for hotel guests and Boka Place residents alike, the 96-room SIRO will feature an exceptional wellness sanctuary and fitness centre. Available to all residents, the immersive lifestyle experience offered by SIRO will redefine the notion of wellbeing.
On completion, Boka Place will feature a total of 213 residences, including studios, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments and penthouses, and two- and three-bedroom duplexes. Buyers may choose from a range of SIRO-managed residences or purchase their own private units, with property prices starting from €240,000. Residents will benefit from invitation-only events and exciting summer clubs for children, among other privileges.
The private residences in Boka Place offer exclusive access to their own pool, as well as privileged access to SIRO wellness programmes. Porto Montenegro offers management of these units as part of its bespoke M-Residences rental management scheme, a well-established programme with a proven track record of return on investment.
As an added attraction for buyers, Boka Place residences can also be purchased with a 30% upfront payment, with the remaining amount payable upon the building’s completion – interest free. A rare opportunity to own luxury real estate under incredibly convenient conditions, these payment plans and benefits are only available from now until May 31st 2022.
Development of this new neighbourhood continues to gather pace and, for those who decide to become part of the Boka Place journey by investing in a property, it promises to deliver a very solid investment – both financially and in terms of an exceptional lifestyle.
But there’s more to this story than attractive real estate. It is very easy to fall under the spell of Boka Bay: it has a special, indefinable magic that goes beyond the spectacular natural surroundings – a serenity that is increasingly valuable, yet ever harder to find, in today’s world. And that makes the prospect of a home in Porto Montenegro hard to resist.
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