A private residence set in the small town of Kona on the leeward side of the big island of Hawaii is an example of modern architecture that reflects its natural habitat. Tucked between volcanic mountain ranges to the east and ocean horizons to the west, the upscale home exudes luxury and takes advantage of its priceless views. Contributing to the overall ambiance of the design is a palette of Italian tile combined with Chinese lava rock and reclaimed Teak timber — making for a unique and stunning aesthetic.
“The program is arranged as a series of pods distributed throughout the property — each having its own unique features and view opportunities,” said Project Architect Barry Gartin of Belzberg Architects in Santa Monica, CA. “The pods are programmatically assigned as two sleeping pods with common areas, a media room, master suite and main living space. An exterior gallery corridor becomes the organizational and focal feature for the entire house — connecting the two pods along a central axis.”