Designed by de Reus Architects with interior design by Philpotts, the 6,000-square-foot, LEED Silver vacation house is about creating a sanctuary in Maui, Hawaii where a multigenerational family can share experiences and create memories. Overlooking Maui’s southern shore with views of the ocean, mountain landscapes, and other nearby islands, the home was designed to experience nature and support active lifestyles.

The 6,000-square-foot home’s architecture by de Reus Architects is both contemporary and casual befitting its coastal neighborhood, intended family use, and a less-is-better approach that results in a minimalist aesthetic. A strong connection with nature and livability drives the arrangement of the home’s main gathering spaces.

DESIGN DETAILS: ARCHITECTURE de Reus Architects INTERIOR DESIGNER Philpotts Interiors LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT VITA Planning and Landscape Architecture BUILDER Colt Construction

A covered lanai sits between the pool and interior living, dining, and kitchen spaces. Large pocket doors open to merge the exterior and interior spaces. They allow for an open plan with kitchen, dining, and living areas integrated into a single casual space that uses a unified language of material finishes and detailing.

The Maui sanctuary’s interior design by Philpotts Interiors is thoughtfully considered and paired to beautifully respond to both the architecture and place.

A nod to Hawaiian culture is reflected in the vocabulary of many of the pieces, such as the Leis made from teak in the entry, which reference Hawaiian Kapa cloth wall covering and wood carvings, and the locally sourced Ohia wood found in the entryway, great room, kitchen and dining area, bedrooms and lanai.

A deep blue granite was used on the countertops and backsplash in the kitchen adding to the overall drama of the centrally located space. Luxurious and custom pieces, in some cases by Philpotts Interiors, are sprinkled throughout in the form of benches, coffee tables, mirrors, and wall art.

Select furnishings by Maui Custom Woodworks and Janis et Cie, wallcoverings by Mark Alexandar, and pillows by Jim Thompson, among countless others, add to the warmth and character of the home.

Sustainable strategies, including large roof overhangs for shading, green roofs, natural ventilation, metal-clad doors and windows for durability, photovoltaic solar panels and battery storage, a well-insulated building envelope, high-performance glazing, brise-soleil sun screens, ceiling fans to augment natural ventilation, stormwater management, daylighting, use of local Ohia hardwood, and energy-efficient appliances, resulted in LEED Silver certification.

What We Love: This beach house provides a sustainably designed sanctuary for memorable family getaways in Maui. From designer furnishings to exquisite material selections, the design team did a fabulous job of creating a refined yet comfortable home. Indoor-outdoor living creates a relaxed atmosphere that maximizes views of the ocean while also allowing fresh sea breezes into this incredible sanctuary.

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Note: Take a look at a couple of other amazing home tours that we have highlighted here on One Kindesign in the state of Hawaii: Entertaining pavilion perched on scenic bluff on the Hawaiian Islands and A breezy sustainable beach house perched on the idyllic Maui coastline.

Above: An outdoor pool shower located on the wall of the pool bath.

Above: The owner’s bedroom features a private patio surrounded by tropical gardens.

PHOTOGRAPHER Travis Rowan

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