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(clockwise from
top left) The Kona
residence is
orientated in relation
to the site's primary
views; the entry
pavilion echoes a
traditional basket
weave; openness
to the outdoors is a
property signature
response to site and surround.
Consider the contrast of natural
elements, geometric hardscape and
views of both volcanic mountains and
ocean horizons. The environmental
sensitivities: a system for rain water
collection, roof-mounted photovoltaic
panels to offset residential energy
use, dark lava stone to help heat the
pool via solar radiation. And finally the
historical references of reclaimed teak
timber from old barns and train tracks
and cut lava rock used for the exterior,
and the inspired basket weave of the
entry pavilion, meant to reenact the
traditional gift upon arrival ceremony.
But this is not a historical home;
it's contemporary in program and
approach. So forward in both,
any description of architectural
abstractions is an abridgement at
best. To experience the home is to
understand it.
belzbergarchitects.com
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