My Top 3 Homes In My 20+ Years In Real Estate
After 20 years in real estate on Oahu, I’ve had the privilege of representing homes across every style and neighborhood. From the North Shore to Hawaii Kai, I've listed and sold condos, investment properties, new builds, renovations, waterfront homes, and everything in between. But every once in a while, a property comes along that truly speaks to your heart. For me, 2727 Kolonahe Place was exactly that kind of listing.
What made it so special? Mid-century modern design done right.
As someone who deeply admires Vladimir Ossipoff’s architectural philosophy, this home captured all the elements I love: thoughtful simplicity, indoor-outdoor harmony, and timeless design. From the moment I stepped through the entryway, I knew this home was something rare.
2727 Kolonahe Pl was designed to blend with nature, not compete with it. You experience that from the minute you approach the home. Diamond Head is framed perfectly as you look through the home. Imagine the thoughtfulness, planning, and design detail to line up that view! The home captures the view perfectly, almost like a painting. Just stunning! Large sliding doors open up to panoramic views. Natural light pours in through huge windows, and every room has a different but special view. Ossipoff believed good design should invite the outdoors in, and this home does just that.
The clean lines, open floor plan, and use of wood and stone gave the home a grounded, calming energy. Every corner of the property felt intentional, designed to flow naturally with both the landscape and daily life. Notice the position of the built in desk and the way it captures the view of the surroundings. The lower level opens beautifully to the pool and Diamond Head View. Even the built-ins are simple, yet functional and aesthetically pleasing. The details on the closet doors cabinet knobs are just the icing on the cake!
Mid-century homes like this are getting harder to find on Oahu, and I was honored to represent one that truly respected its original character while offering room for modern updates. The bones were solid, the layout was functional, and the story it told was one of restraint, elegance, and connection to place. Simplicity and functionality were at the forefront, while staying classic and timeless. This home withstood the test of time.
For buyers who appreciate design and heritage as much as square footage, this home was a dream. And for me, it wasn’t just about marketing a house—it was about sharing a legacy. This home was lovingly cared for and respected by its owners, and the new owners were sure to do the same.
Homes like 2727 Kolonahe remind me why I still love this business after two decades. They connect people not just to a structure, but to a lifestyle, a philosophy, and a feeling. That’s what great architecture does—it creates a sense of place that endures.
If you’re as passionate about mid-century modern design or Ossipoff-style homes as I am, I’d love to talk. There are still architectural gems to be found here on Oahu, and I’d be thrilled to help you find yours.
Specializing in mid-century, modern Hawaii homes, her desire to broaden the scope of the service has been successfully achieved as a 5-time award winner of the Top 100 agents in Hawaii by Hawaii Business Magazine.
