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FAMILY MAN Yorgos Tsibiridis is one of the most talented real estate brokers on Douglas Elliman’s East Hampton team. He isn’t just well versed in the region, he’s also a resident! Tsibiridis gives THE DAILY SUMMER the scoop on one of his chicest properties—40 Wireless Road in East Hampton—and explains how the area is growing into a year-round community that’s great for families. BY ARIA DARCELLA portrait by william jess laird
ALL TOGETHER Tsibiridis with his wife, Alicia, and Kathy Ashby, the owner/designer of 40 Wireless Road.
What other special details do you like? The arches in the living area. [They] frame the space, and I feel they are like a backdrop for a runway fashion show! Also, even though you are only a couple of blocks from East Hampton Village Main Street, you feel very secluded and private. What’s it like working with your wife? I always discuss business and deals with Alicia. She has great insights, and she has been amazing with the branding and marketing of properties, given her advertising and marketing background. She’s the one who pushes me sometimes, and she tends to always be right! We work together in everything we have to do, to get the property in perfect condition before listing it for sale, from staging to improvements, brainstorming marketing strategies, etc. What’s the best part about real estate in the Hamptons? The amazing houses and locations! You could have unparalleled views of the water or farmland.
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This house looks so open and airy—tell us about the design and aesthetic! It was designed by Kathy and Don Ashby. This has been their most ambitious project yet! The inspiration came from the idea of a monastery with arches and spaces that feel calm and open. It was also inspired by a famous building with arches in Rome, called the Palazzo della Civiltà Italiana. Each room has its own atmosphere. Kathy and Don wanted to create a serene environment, with light oak wood floors and high ceilings. How did they achieve that? By removing extraneous details, they created a minimal and peaceful space. To complement this, there was lot of attention in making the lights linear, so they lit up the arches and walls using LED strips. What are some of its most extravagant amenities? The details are what make this house so special, from the designer lights, to the custom Murano chandelier in the kitchen. The kitchen and the oval bathtub were both designed by Boffi. There are also Italian marble, custom vanities in the bathrooms, and the hardwood floors are from Los Angeles. What’s your favorite thing about this listing? I love the scale of the house and the aesthetics. From the super high ceilings to the openness throughout, there is a great flow. The layout makes this house very cozy, but at the same time the size is great for entertaining. How so? The dining table can accommodate 16 guests, and the large living area opens to the outdoor cabana and pool area.
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