Gavin Hawkins

Owner and Managing Director

With extensive involvement in the property sector since 2000, Gavin has a wealth of experience spanning asset ownership and development. Beginning his career as a Chartered Accountant at Deloitte Perth, and later gaining expertise in the Investment Banking Sector in London, Gavin returned to Perth in the early 2000s. He co-founded and served as the Managing Director of Aspen Group, an ASX 300 listed Property and Funds Management Company.

Gavin is a co-founding principal and Managing Director of Edge Visionary Living. Since its establishment in 2013, Edge has brought approximately 1,500 apartments to market, exceeding a total value of $1.5 billion. Edge has earned recognition as one of Perth’s premier apartment developers, and has recently added construction delivery to its integrated design and development offering.

David Hillam

Owner and Director

David Hillam, principal of Hillam Architects, has been instrumental in designing some of WA’s most iconic developments. His impressive track record in crafting innovative, high-quality apartment buildings has positioned Hillam as a leader in apartment design and development in Perth. With a passion for design-led architecture, David has brought the very best elements of high end custom home design into the multi-residential arena, and this has become a guiding principle for every Edge development.

Shayne Isbister

Head of Developments

Shayne Isbister is a highly experienced development director with 17 years of expertise in construction and development spanning South Africa, Mauritius, and Australia. With a background in quantity surveying, Shayne has successfully overseen a wide range of projects, from resort and residential developments to land and industrial projects. His strategic planning, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence have earned him a reputation as a trusted leader in the industry. Shayne’s collaborative approach and strong communication skills enable him to forge strong relationships with stakeholders, driving projects forward to deliver value and lasting success.

Paul Swann

Financial Controller

Paul Swann, our Financial Controller, is a seasoned finance professional with over two decades of experience. He holds memberships in the Certified Practising Accountant Australia (CPA), Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), and Chartered Global Management Accountants (CGMA). Paul’s extensive background spans more than a decade in Real Estate, Property Management, Land Development, and Property Development.

As the leader of Edge’s finance department, Paul holds responsibility for all financial matters within the company. This includes financial reporting, management reporting, tax, as well as managing investor and bank relations. During his tenure at Edge, Paul has effectively managed over $1 billion in debt funding without defaults or review events and overseen $150 million in equity raising.

Lauren Cooper

Marketing Director

As Marketing Director, Lauren Cooper leads the marketing and sales team, overseeing development launches, media and industry engagement and client service and communication. With over five years at Edge, Lauren has experience across the entire Edge portfolio, including Botanical Subiaco, Eden Floreat, Muse at Artisan Place, The Dunes Scarborough, Riviere Residences in Applecross, and more. Lauren’s love for property stems from her background in building and land development. She’s also passionate about delivering an exceptional level of client service to each and every Edge buyer – from contract signing to move in.

Russel Perkins

General Manager (Construction)

Russell Perkins, our General Manager (Construction), boasts more than 26 years of industry expertise, spanning both Australian and international projects. His distinguished career has encompassed senior leadership roles at Tier 1 construction firms, including Probuild, Built, and BGC. Russell is a proven leader with exceptional technical acumen and extensive experience in commercial building across all construction sectors, with a specialisation in high-rise and campus-style multi-residential apartment developments.