Editor’s Note:  Hawaii interior designer and Haute Design member Jule Lucero worked closely with the owners and the architect to design this new home.

Photo Credit: Ethan Sharkey

As a second home to this local Hawaiian couple, they wanted a custom environment that was modern, clean, yet warm and inviting, and utilized the Koa wood flooring that was a gift from a family member.

Photo Credit: Ethan Sharkey

Additionally, the homeowners had survived a hurricane in 1992, and wanted a home that was designed and built to withstand a storm, while also being open to views, natural breezes and embraced the outdoors with open-air living areas.

Photo Credit: Ethan Sharkey

I created a design to incorporate the requests, with custom furnishings and architectural details which behold a classic tropical atmosphere. With contracting woods for the media cabinet, coffered ceiling and furnishings, I was able to complement the Koa wood with lighter finishes of beech wood, maple, limestone, and luminous plaster.

Photo Credit: Ethan Sharkey

Creating finish details, such as a custom linen and silk throw for the chaise, a custom rug to become a piece of modern art and a built-in settee for the game room, have brought forth a truly custom home for this client.

Contact Jule Lucero by clicking “Learn More” above, and visit her website, julelucerodesign.com.