August is the perfect momentum to reflect on the culture of nation and to portray a better future for our lives.

HighEnd celebrates Indonesian modern lifestyle with a focus on the fast rising property industry in the country, as told by: Michael Dharmajaya and Andrian Budi Utama from MNC Land, Richard Oh from Nava Park and Sven Fitjer from The Hermitage.

MICHAEL DHARMAJAYA & ANDRIAN BUDI UTAMA by Listya Manopo

Michael Dharmajaya, Director of PT. MNC Land Tbk, shares a brief introduction about MNC Land in general, in which it is a parent company of subsidiaries focusing on property and the management of several office buildings and hotels in various cities in Indonesia, including MNC Lido City, an integrated 6-star resort project in Lido, West Java. Additionally, as the Managing Director of MNC Lido City, Andrian describes MNC Lido City as the ultimate holiday destination for visitors of all ages with world-class theme park and hotels that cater to different budgets with high quality residences.

There are also MNC Smart City in Tangerang, MNC Bali Resort and Westin Hotel in Bali, Park Hyatt Tower in Jakarta, and the recently opened One East Penthouse and Residences Collection in Surabaya. With so many finished and ongoing projects spread around the country, MNC Land views Indonesia as the perfect land of opportunity, where tourism and lifestyle will lead the national economic growth.

SVEN FITJER by Adelia Ayu

With a charismatic personality and brilliant wit, Sven Fitjer shows an alluring face of hospitality through innovative ideas, down-to-earth approach and astonishing years of experience. Belting twenty years of experiences of leading local and international reputable brands like Four Seasons Sydney, Kempinski Jakarta, Hilton Boston and now, The Hermitage, the General Manager said that his worldwide experience enriched his points of view in hospitality industry.

Being part of world leading hospitality group key player, Marriott, the hotel keeps evolving through each era without leaving its hearty signature. “We become the first company that features keyless check-in in Indonesia. Despite our great advances, we never forget a factor that plays specific role in hospitality, humanity,” told Sven.

RICHARD OH by Annisa Laksmintari

Combining technical proficiency with good business insight, seasoned NavaPark director Richard Oh has tackled a range of projects that has taken him from his homeland of Malaysia to Singapore, Indonesia, Cambodia, USA, and Mexico, culminating in 25 years of experience. Richard’s completed projects in Indonesia include the super exclusive Eco-resort villa at Pulau Bawah Resort in Anambas Islands, Verde Condominium in Jakarta CBD, as well as the current development of 68-hectare resort residential township NavaPark in Serpong, Tangerang. NavaPark has been considered the highlight of his entire career for its premium design concept, international quality products, vast land, supportive shareholders and overall great team.

With years of experience under his belt, the passionate Richard reveals the one characteristic that makes him the successful NavaPark director he is today is his patience in giving guidance and direction to his staff. “I have to give them time to learn and excel in their field. Once I give them that opportunity and they eventually manage to master their work, then it’s very easy for me.”

PHOTOS Rudi Sulistya | STYLING Bung Bung Mangaraja | DIGITAL IMAGING Isnu Dwimartanto | WARDROBE Prada, Burberry | LOCATION Da Vinci Tower