Designed by Zak Architecture, this project is a modern interpretation of island-style homes, set on a lava field poised at the edge of the Pacific Ocean on the Big Island, Hawaii. Located on Kakapa Bay, this tropical retreat both reflects and contrasts the surrounding landscape. 

Black lava rock is the primary building material and was used in several different ways in the garden. The surrounding landscape, including Kiawe trees and fountain grass, was brought into the site to frame the lush garden.

DESIGN DETAILS: ARCHITECT Zak Architecture INTERIOR DESIGN Nichole Hollis GENERAL CONTRACTOR Oakes Management LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR Chambers Landscaping LANDCAPE ARCHITECTURE Strata Landscape Architecture POOL CONTRACTOR Kai Pono Builders, Inc. LIGHTING DESIGN Techlinea

This sprawling retreat features separate structures for the main living, media, studio, office, entertainment pavilion, bedrooms, and garage. Outdoor amenities include a pool, spas, fireplace, barbeque, courtyard, and ocean view. Constructed of Venetian Plaster, Alaskan Yellow Cedar, coral, and zinc roof shingles. The design emphasizes texture, clean lines, and artistic lights.

What We Love: This tropical retreat offers breezy island living with its seamless indoor-outdoor flow. We are loving the overall concept of this home with its separate structures for public and private living. The outdoor living spaces are fabulous with the sumptuous swimming pool and lounging spaces centered around fire features for warmth and ambiance… and the incredible outdoor dining pavilion with dreamy Pacific Ocean views.

Tell Us: What are your favorite design elements in this home? Would this be your idea of the perfect island retreat? Let us know in the Comments below, we love reading your feedback!

Note: Be sure to check out a couple of other fabulous home tours that we have showcased here on One Kindesign on the island of Hawaii: A breezy sustainable beach house perched on the idyllic Maui coastline and Tropical dream house in Maui opens to fresh sea breezes.

PHOTOGRAPHER Laure Joliet

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