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Kahala Avenue Luxury Contempo - OCEAN VIEWS AND STEPS FROM WORLD FAMOUS DIAMOND HEAD BEACHES

2010 BIA RENAISSANCE GRAND AWARD WINNER FOR GREEN HOMES!
A visionary modern five-bedroom home on Kahala Avenue has been designed and built by Long & Associates Architects to center and renew its owners, and care for the envirionment. A private entry courtyard leads to a contemporary 2-story elegant home with wide entrance gallery where the stylized space unveils dazzling ocean views.  The open floor plan and pocketing doors invite the naturally cooling trade winds, while deep overhangs provide shade for outdoor entertaining.  Rooftop Solar and the 20 panel Photovoltaic system harness abundant sunshine in the Diamond Head area for energy efficiency.

Ecologically conscious buyers will love this Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) for Homes registered project WHICH WAS RECENTLY AWARDED  GOLD CERTIFICATION by the U.S. Green Building Council.  In addition to all the marvelous green features, you will experience a tropical island lifestyle with open interiors and lanais with wide ocean views, luxurious spa amenities like the 38 foot lap pool and separate spa, media/theatre room, a gourmet kitchen featuring Energy-Star appliances, and stylish finishes such as travertine  & bamboo flooring, custom cabinetry, granite and marble countertops & more.  The carefully selected finish materials are low-emitting & ecologically sound, while evoking the look of a serene, luxurious spa.  Additional design highlights include high ceilings,  integrated sound and security systems, and parking for 4 cars in two 2-car garages.  On prestigious Kahala Avenue, and a short walk to nearby sandy beaches, world-class surfing, and close to Waikiki for shopping and dining.

This exclusive Design-Build luxury home is a "LEED for Homes" project tailored for the contemporary, sustainable lifestyle in Hawaii, with a Gold Rating for exceptional adoption of green design principles.

Building Features
• Walking distance to Cromwell Beach, open park space and public transportation
• Building design maximizes light & natural ventilation.
• Energy-efficient windows minimize solar heat gain.
• 20-Panel Photovoltaic Array (avg 4.8 Kilowatts of energy per hour) saves in electricity & water bills

Typical Features – Exterior
• Feng Shui inspired main entryway. 6 foot high privacy lava rock wall
• In-ground lap pool & separate spa with all-tile interior
• Covered lanais with cedar wrapped posts with stone bases and honed “Ivory Crema” travertine
• “Avante” aluminum, anodized bronze & frosted glass garage doors. Garage solar exhaust fan.
• Custom decorative pedestrian gate with electronic entry
• Provisions for Bar-B-Que hookup at lower lanai
• Electrical room for easy access and long term maintenance

Typical Features – Interior
• Interior travertine & marble flooring.
• Renewable “Mocha” Bamboo flooring throughout Kitchen and Living Room
• 10-12 foot high ceilings in all rooms. Decora light switches and plugs.
• Energy-efficient central air conditioning with multiple zones.
• Integrated solar hot water heater system with whole-home hot water recirculation
• “Crystalite” Railing System with cherry wood rails and bronze powder coatings.
• 8 foot Forrest Stewardship Council (FSC) “Ghanan Sapele” doors with European hardware
• Energy-efficient spray-foam insulation
• Andersen 100-series recycled content windows with high-efficiency glass
• Vaulted ceilings with remote Energy-Star ceiling fans in every room
• Ceiling mounted speakers by SpeakerCraft with room by room sound control system.
• Central security, smoke, and carbon monoxide alert system
• Internet and DVR camera monitoring security system
• Plasma televisions throughout
• Pre-wired drapery-ready ceiling pockets for motorized shades
• Pre-wired for satellite, cable, phone and data in most rooms
• Dedicated wine room with temperature control. Dual use as humidor.

Kitchen
• Custom FSC “Ghanan Sapele” cabinets with European hardware
• Butler’s Pantry, Undercounter Wine Cellar, Bar Sink
• High-Efficiency Appliances
• Provisions for Bar-B-Que hookup.

Click on "PDF Brochure" links above for more information describing what a LEED home is and to view a "Green Home Guide".

Honolulu's First Luxury "LEED for Homes" Project featured in a HONOLULU STAR BULLETIN article dated January 8, 2010.