Kua Bay

Set on the Big Island of Hawaii, this quietly sophisticated home is designed to embody the breezy, indoor/outdoor lifestyle of the islands. The goal for the lighting was to match the elegantly casual architecture of Walker Warner Architects with balanced lighting that provides an easy flow from interior to exterior environments.

The primary entry, carved out of the lava, provides a serene and magical sense of arrival. Downlighting simultaneously illuminates the entry, highlights the lava, and smooths the transition from the organic entry sequence to the clean lines of the contemporary architecture. Subtle uplighting illuminates the allée of trees leading to an expansive open-air pavilion with through views to the ocean. The impact is soft and glowing, enhanced by fixtures custom-designed by interior designer Nicole Hollis that are carefully placed throughout the landscape.

Cozy pools of light delineate destinations within the home’s large, open spaces. On the interior, the interplay between sculpture and light is pervasive — a sculptural privacy screen, a delicate art installation on the wall of a child’s room, a collection of objects elevated by soft lighting — each element contributing to a place that feels singular and special.

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Modern outdoor patio with seating area and view of the ocean at dusk
Modern house with open living space overlooking a water feature and garden at dusk.
Modern outdoor living space at dusk with trees, a gravel pathway, and views of the ocean in the background.
Modern house exterior at dusk with a covered patio, outdoor seating, trees, and a view of the ocean.
Modern living room with a large white sofa, black chairs, a wooden coffee table, a built-in wooden shelf with decorative items, a television, and a floor lamp. The room has a warm wood-paneled ceiling with ceiling fans, a chandelier with multiple bul
Modern living and dining area with a large chandelier, round sofas, and a view of outdoor patio with umbrellas at night.
A modern kitchen sink with wooden cabinets and open shelves above, displaying various bowls, vases, jars, and containers, with integrated lighting.
Modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, white marble countertops, black sink, wine fridge, glassware, and a gray tiled wall at the end.
Wooden bar area with shelves holding empty wine glasses and liquor bottles, marble countertop with bar tools and supplies, wine cooler on the right.
A modern bathroom with dark gray tiled walls, a white marble vessel sink on a black countertop, a rectangular mirror with a gold frame, and decorative lighting fixtures mounted on the wall. There is a black tray with a lit candle, tissues, and a smal
Interior of a cozy bedroom with a large bed, pillows, a beige blanket, and wall art of a world map made from small colorful bottle caps.
A modern bedroom with a white bed with pillows, a pink blanket, and a pink-tasseled rug. There is a pink side table and a small decorative item on it. The walls have minimalistic art and a large window shows outdoor trees. The ceiling is wood-paneled
Nighttime view of a modern house with illuminated interior, a swimming pool reflecting the house, outdoor seating, a large tree on the right, and landscaped garden.
Outdoor lounge area with a fire feature, modern seating, and a view of the landscape at dusk.
Nighttime view of a modern carport with parked cars, trees, and golf carts, illuminated by lights and set against a dark sky.
Night view of a modern outdoor patio with steps, candles, a grassy area, and trees, overlooking a body of water.
A modern outdoor yard at dusk with a tree, a fountain, steps, and a building wall illuminated by subtle lighting.
A nighttime view of a stone pathway leading to a gate, with trees on either side and lit plants, under a cloudy evening sky.

Awards

IES SF Lux Awards, Award of Merit, Interior Lighting Design  

2020

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