Haiku, Maui, a dynamic microclimate on Hawaii’s Valley Isle

DESIGN TEAM
Jeff Guggenheim, Jenny Guggenheim

PRESS
Dwell Magazine Community’s 10 Most Popular Homes of 2018
Living, Etc. Kitchen feature

PARTNERS
Wildco

PHOTOGRAPHY
Haris Kenjar

See our process on Instagram #haikumauicompound

Inspired by the Scandinavian barn vernacular, this Upcountry Maui cottage and barn for Cloth and Goods' Melissa Newirth and Crossing the Threshold's David Johnson provides a peaceful minimalist retreat and respite for family gatherings.  The 1,000 sf. long and low main cottage is sited to capture both mountain and sea vistas while the adjacent barn is designed to hold large family gatherings and act as a seasonal residence.  Melissa, with impeccable minimalist yet richly textured taste, requested a highly efficient and livable environment with access to a variety of outdoor living zones.

We custom designed the stainless steel island to compliment the minimal industrial aesthetic.

Rather than a traditional closet, we designed a dual wardrobe that occupies the entry to the cottage. The space saving feature adds a rich layer to the sleeping room experience.

The property’s barn is home to Melissa’s thriving home goods and decor business, Cloth and Goods.