Entering the property, you pass a lava rock outcropping, a remnant of the rugged landscape created by formational lava flows. You are received by an open-air entry pavilion with exposed framing, paying homage to vernacular Hawaiian architecture, pulling you through a courtyard adorned with flowering trees and reflecting pools, toward the main house that frames the view of Maui through expansive openings facing the Mauka (mountain) and Makai (ocean) sides of the house. The residence is composed of durable materials chosen to meld with the natural colors of the Hawaiian landscape. All exposed metals are live finishes that will patina as the house ages. The walls around the site’s perimeter are comprised of locally sourced lava rock anchoring the structures into the natural environment, while creating privacy from surrounding homes. The home’s interior uses clean details with a neutral palette to direct focus to its surroundings. Nearly every room features views of Maui, the nearby coast, or the Hualalai and Mauna Loa mountains. Tall ceilings and vaulted spaces clad in natural wood create a light and airy experience and reference Hawaiian vernacular architecture, as you feel the coastal breeze passing through the main doors. Large, glazed openings disappear behind walls to create a seamless transition to the outside while still being under the protection of expansive covered lanais that provide shade and connection between interior and exterior spaces. A few steps beyond the main lanai sits an infinity pool at the edge of the property, with dry decks and lounge chairs on either side. This home is a place of respite and tranquility. Family and friends can gather there, or at the two lanais flanking the family room, one adorned with daybeds for relaxing and socializing, and the other equipped with an outdoor kitchen and bar overlooking the Kohala coast.
Design Team:
John Clarke
Thea Newstat
Builder:
GM Construction
Structural Engineer:
Coastline Engineering
Local Architect:
Brett Ritchie
Landscape Architect:
Jason Lee
Julie Boes
Interior Designer:
Luis Roja
Photographer:
Hans Klett