the room nicely, while a few steps away, a wet bar leads to the office. As the office is the heart of the wealth centre, four interesting art pieces hang there. At first glance you don’t realize you are staring at money. Framed, uncut sheets of sequential, uncirculated currency in dominations of 10-, five- and the nowdefunct classic one- and two-dollar bills hang on each wall. The upstairs of the home also offers separate wings. The upper west wing is home to the master bedroom suite containing his-and-hers closets, a Juliet balcony and master ensuite. Dual vanities and a ladies’ powder vanity surrounded in custom wood cabinetry and granite countertops and travertine wall and floor tile are contrasted with a white lady-slipper claw-foot tub. A double steam shower with power jets and separate water closet finish the room. In the east wing is a kids’ zone, offering bedrooms and one special games room. With two teenagers still at home, this area provides a place for kids to watch their favourite movie or hang out with friends. This home is the third the couple has built in Whistler. When asked if they feel the energy of the home, Jack Mann responded, “This house is our best. After building a few, you pick up a few pointers along the way and hone in on quality workmanship. Once you identify with real quality, it’s hard to want to go the other way. Sure, I could go cheaper, but do you really want that? And hey, I’m only on the planet once.” The concept of wealth can mean a lot of different things to different people and while we all would love increased cash flow, feng shui is intended to increase wealth in both non-material and material assets. Fostering harmony in one’s life is the first step to real wealth, and the Manns seem to be well on their way. W Source List: Architect: Dean Kallweit Interior Designer: MV Design Group Inc. Feng Shui: Paul Ng (Philosopher and Geomancer) Windows and Doors: Mountainview Designs Ltd. Finishing Carpenter: Frogwood Ent. Finishing Corp. Painter: Baron & Sons Painting Tile and Granite: Mario Marble & Tile Cabinets: V6B Design Group Custom Beams: Continental Log Homes Whistler [Winter/Spring 2011]
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