Located on the west side of the Big Island (Moku o Keawe), on the Hawaiian isles, this ground up residence rests upon an elevated oceanside lot, with breathtaking panoramic views from Mauka (mountain) to Makai (ocean). The natural terrain is composed of compacted lava rock in various sizes creating a collage of stone, from large boulders to pebbled ground. The residence celebrates the composition of this landscape in its material selections, form development, and thoughtfully framed views of the surrounding landscape. It is built of the land, with appreciation and with conscious practice. Humbly titled "Pōhaku" Place : the place of "rocks".  

The images below feature elements of our design process for Pōhaku Place. Construction progress and project photos coming soon.