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The antique kimono from the TaishÅ period in the entry foyer and
the slatted teak screens that help to separate the spaces are
Japanese elements. Polynesian tapa patterns were carved into
teak for many pieces of furniture, and calacatta marble and Sun
Valley Bronze hardware designed by de Reus adorns the master
bathroom. In the guest hale, a wall of surfboards by Firewire/
Sig Zane Designs, a custom albizia and koa longboard by Gary
Young, and an ulu wood surfboard handcrafted by Tom Pohaku
reflect the occupants' passion for this sport.
"The residence was designed as a modern interpretation of
indigenous island architecture and a way to connect the occu-
pants to nature, the region and its culture," says de Reus, whose
largest challenge for this project consisted of constructing in a
reasonable period of time with a highly active construction market
on the island.
"Crafted as a modern village in its arrangement of components,
the design of this home is one of seduction and surprise, with an
atmosphere of restraint and craftsmanship," de Reus concludes.
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