Angelo Tsakumis, a Vancouver developer
and builder, wanted a home that would
be a haven. He chose an acre of land in a
community near Langley, British Columbia.
“The home’s location was unique. It
allowed me to retreat from the city without
giving up all the amenities that living close
to the city provides.”
Designer Karin Bohne describes the
year-old home as a “grand estate complete
with six bedrooms, seven bathrooms, a
games room, a theatre room, a gym and a
wine cellar.” Greek and Italian marble are
used with the marbles’ soft whites, smoked
greys and whispered black lines setting
the home’s subtle colour motif. “I was
very adamant about keeping a light, bright
theme as I didn’t want to make the home
feel dark and gloomy,” Tsakumis states.
Gently burnished metals, rich fabrics,
and European detailing bestow a soft
lushness to the décor. The home’s sleek
tone is set by the foyer with its zippering
white banisters contrasting against the
dark risers and flooring. “The chandeliers
are the first thing one notices through the
foyer. They had to make a statement,”
Bohne remarks. “I like to hang lighting a
little lower than what one might expect.
This gives drama to a room.”
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