Chip Detweiler’s 1974 residence is an ode to tropical brutalism—and it’s been meticulously restored down to the original deep-blue shade of its garage door.
Location: 2244 Round Top Dr, Honolulu, Hawaii
Price: $3,495,000
Year Built: 1974
Architect: Chip Detweiler
Renovation Designer: Rick Kinsel
Footprint: 2,064 square feet (2 bedrooms, 2 baths)
Lot Size: 0.23 Acres
From the Agent: “This tropical brutalist home, designed by architect Chip Detweiler, is a striking example of minimalist design that perfectly integrates with its natural surroundings. With open-screen windows inviting the tropical elements inside, the home embodies the principles of passive architecture. Detweiler’s use of concrete, wood, and stone creates a clean, honest aesthetic that highlights simplicity and functionality. The bold structure, paired with deep ocean-blue accents, reflects the essence of tropical brutalism, offering a timeless connection to the Pacific landscape. Detweiler’s design not only captures the beauty of the environment but also delivers a space where luxury and functionality meet, enhancing the experience of living both indoors and out.”
Chip Detweiler designed many homes across Hawaii, and this one was his personal residence. The project received an award from the American Institute of Architects when it was originally built.
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Before: A view of the home’s original living area.
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