Architectural Photographer

Luxury Hotel Photography | Halekulani and Halepuna | Waikiki | Oahu /  by Ethan Tweedie

Some highlights from our photoshoot at the Halekulani and Halepuna, both hotels went through some renovations and the client needed to update a few of the room images and capture some images of the Lobby at Halepuna.

Halekulani is one of the first and finest hotels in Hawaii and sits right on the beach in the heart of Waikiki. The name Halekulani means “House Befitting Heaven” and it's the quintessential Hawaii experience with amazing personal service with sunsets and dining on the ocean each evening.

Across the street from Halekulani is Halepuna, “it is the finest upscale boutique hotel in Waikiki and was named top hotel in Hawaii by CNN Travel four years in a row."

I hope you enjoy the images as much as we enjoyed shooting for our client and experiencing the hotel's offerings.

Ethan specializes in photography for luxury hotels and resorts, architects, interior designers and luxury real estate. Ethan serves all of the Hawaiian Islands including the Big Island, Maui, Oahu and Kauai. You may contact me at 808-938-4665 | ethantweedie@gmail.com

Ka’ulu Lot 19 Project | Four Seasons Hualalai | Kona Coast | Big Island /  by Ethan Tweedie

One of the most exclusive resorts in the World and in Hawaii, the Four Seasons Hualalai is surrounded by white-sand beaches and black-lava landscapes on the Kona Coast of the Big Island.  It offers privacy and luxury amenities like ocean activities, golf and tennis for its A-List Clientele. The Four Seasons Hualalai Resort has been voted Best Luxury Resort in Hawaii by Forbes and U.S. News & World Report lists the Four Seasons Hualalai Resort the #1 resort in Hawaii.  The Resort is also home to some of the most exclusive private residences in the World boasting over 100 private home owners such as this property at Ka’ulu Lot 19.

Ka’ulu Lot 19 was developed by March Capital Management, a San Francisco-based development and investment firm, as an investment property that will be used by exclusive clientele as luxury vacation rental.  “MCM” teamed up with GM Construction, a design build firm to put their vision into reality.  GM Construction is “a custom, luxury home builder that, for over twenty years, has constructed residences in the resort communities along the Kona and Kohala Coast” and has built most of the homes at the Hualalai Resort.

The property is situated on the fairway of the 3rd Hole of the Hualalai Golf Course and faces West for gorgeous Hawaiian sunsets.  The home features a spa and infinity pool and three golf-carts to play golf, visit the beach or the many restaurants located within the Four Seasons Resort.

I was hired by “MCM” to photograph this property over a 2 day period to capture each space in its best light.  The home features 7 bedrooms and 9 baths boasting that quintessential indoor outdoor living here in Hawaii.  Below are some of the highlights from our photoshoot in April 2024

Ethan specializes in photography for luxury hotels and resorts, architects, interior designers and luxury real estate. Ethan serves all of the Hawaiian Islands including the Big Island, Maui, Oahu and Kauai. You may contact me at 808-938-4665 | ethantweedie@gmail.com

Violet Crown House | Galindo Neighborhood | Austin Texas /  by Ethan Tweedie

The Violet Crown House is a property managed by leading luxury hospitality company Inspirato.  Inspirato offers a members only, subscription based vacation properties for the discerning traveler.   Violet Crown is perched atop Terrell Hill in Austin’s Galindo neighborhood which is 5 to 7 minutes from downtown Austin, and 40 minutes to Lake Austin and Lake Travis.  The home feature a rooftop patio with amazing views of the surrounding neighborhood and Texas Sunsets.  The home was designed by Award Winning Architect Davey McEathron Architecture known for the creative geometries and elegant use of raw materials.

Ethan specializes in photography for luxury real estate, architects, interior designers, and luxury hotels and resorts. Ethan serves all of the Hawaiian Islands including the Big Island, Maui, Oahu and Kauai. You may contact me at 808-938-4665 | ethantweedie@gmail.com

Photography of the Only Frank Lloyd Wright Home in Hawaii | Waimea | Big Island /  by Ethan Tweedie

In 2015, I had the distinct honor of photographing the only Frank Lloyd Wright-designed home in the State of Hawaii. To my surprise, this architectural gem was located in my own hometown of Waimea, Hawaii, which made the experience even more extraordinary.

This stunning home was based on an unbuilt design by Frank Lloyd Wright from 1954. While the project was initially shelved, it was brought to life in 1995, thanks to the meticulous plans created by Taliesin Associated Architects in Scottsdale, Arizona. This firm is affiliated with the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation, which is the sole entity authorized to oversee the construction of Wright’s unbuilt works. Local builder Hans Torweihe oversaw the home's construction, with recent interior design work by Willman Interiors.

The home sits on nearly 3 acres of land, perched on a bluff that overlooks the beautiful Keanuiomano Stream. In the distance, the majestic Mauna Kea, Mauna Loa, and Hualalai volcanoes provide a breathtaking backdrop. The property is strategically positioned to take full advantage of some of the most panoramic and scenic views on the Big Island.

This one-of-a-kind property is privately owned, but Frank Lloyd Wright enthusiasts and vacationers alike have the rare opportunity to rent this architectural masterpiece. For those interested, more information is available through the property’s Airbnb Link

Ethan specializes in photography for luxury hotels and resorts, luxury real estate, architects, and interior designers across all the Hawaiian Islands, including the Big Island, Maui, Oahu, and Kauai.  I also travel to mainland locations for select projects.  For inquiries, contact me at 808-938-4665 or via email at ethantweedie@gmail.com


Kohanaiki House | Kailua-Kona | Hawaii /  by Ethan Tweedie

Recent Project -Kohanaiki House

Kohanaiki, Big Island | Hawaii

Architect - McLaughlin and Associates Architects

Interior Design - Norton Design Approach

Kohanaiki is a private club community on 450 spectacular acres along the Kona Coast

Ethan specializes in photography for luxury real estate, architects, interior designers, and luxury hotels and resorts. Ethan serves all of the Hawaiian Islands including the Big Island, Maui, Oahu and Kauai. You may contact me at 808-938-4665 | ethantweedie@gmail.com

Infinite Summer House| Part 2 | Four Seasons Hualalai | Kona Coast | Big Island /  by Ethan Tweedie

More from the Infinite Summer House featuring the Artwork

Four Seasons Hualalai Resort - Kailua-Kona
GM Construction Design Build
Benita McConnell Interiors

This project was photographed for a family who just completed their dream property named “Infinite Summer”  at the Four Seasons Hualalai Resort on the Big Island’s Kona Coast.  The family commissioned us to photograph the new addition and landscaping done by GM Construction and updated landscaping by Mahaney Environmental Design.  They also wanted us to photograph all of the art that they commissioned for the home using these artists, Kenton Nelson, Raimonds Staprans, Carrie McGee, Jody Guralnick, Courtney Buie Lipkin, Udo Noger, Eric Zener and John Evans.  Interior design was completed by Benita McConnell Interiors.  

Ethan specializes in photography for luxury real estate, architects, interior designers, and luxury hotels and resorts. Ethan serves all of the Hawaiian Islands including the Big Island, Maui, Oahu and Kauai. You may contact me at 808-938-4665 | ethantweedie@gmail.com

Infinite Summer Project | Four Seasons Hualalai | Kona Coast | Big Island /  by Ethan Tweedie

This project was photographed for a family who just completed their dream property named “Infinite Summer”  at the Four Seasons Hualalai Resort on the Big Island’s Kona Coast.  The family commissioned us to photograph the new addition and landscaping done by GM Construction and updated landscaping by Mahaney Environmental Design.  They also wanted us to photograph all of the art that they commissioned for the home using these artists, Kenton Nelson, Raimonds Staprans, Carrie McGee, Jody Guralnick, Courtney Buie Lipkin, Udo Noger, Eric Zener and John Evans.  Interior design was completed by Benita McConnell Interiors.  

Ethan specializes in photography for luxury real estate, architects, interior designers, and luxury hotels and resorts. Ethan serves all of the Hawaiian Islands including the Big Island, Maui, Oahu and Kauai. You may contact me at 808-938-4665 | ethantweedie@gmail.com

The Equestrian Hotel Photoshoot - World Equestrian Center | Ocala Florida /  by Ethan Tweedie

I had the distinct pleasure being hired to shoot the brand new Equestrian Hotel located at the World Equestrian Center in Ocala Florida. We photographed for seven days and I can’t wait to share more of this amazing property!!

Ethan specializes in photography for luxury real estate, architects, interior designers, and luxury hotels and resorts. Ethan serves all of the Hawaiian Islands including the Big Island, Maui, Oahu and Kauai. You may contact me at 808-938-4665 | ethantweedie@gmail.com