Showcase #6 - Koolau Retreat

Award-Winning Home-wide Renovation

“In the past, clients might settle for a kitchen or bath makeover,
but now most are opting for entire home overhauls
that cater to their changing lifestyles and emphasize the view.”
-- Rick Cowan

Owner Inspiration:

Redesign the home to provide a more spacious ambiance
Create a contemporary Asian feel to complement the client’s extensive collection of Asian treasures
Comply with ADA requirements in the guest bath

Archipelago Solution:

Create an entire new floor plan with walls removed to open up space and enclose the lanai
Give each room its own sense of place
Redesign the guest bath with ADA compliance in mind
Lighten up the overall space and add texture
Create a meditative environment featuring the client’s Asian art collection

Unique Design Elements:

Environmentally-conscious bamboo flooring
A contrasting blend of warm wood tones, glass cabinets and stainless steel appliance for a modern and dramatic kitchen
Green granite countertops to reflect the exterior outside landscaping and Koolau mountain backdrop
Subtle color variations on the walls to enhance the home’s architecture

Recognition:

2005 BIA Grand Award Winner – Residential Remodeling

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