Waimea

Frank Lloyd Wright Hawaii by Ethan Tweedie

In 2015 It was my honor to have the opportunity to photograph the only Frank Lloyd Wright home in the State of Hawaii.  Surprisingly I never knew the home existed and to find out it was in my own hometown of Waimea Hawaii was really astounding.

The home designed by Frank Lloyd Wright was an unbuilt project designed in 1954, but shelved until 1984 and finally built in 1995 and was called the Cornwall residence.  The plans were prepared by Taliesin Associated Architects in Scottsdale, Arizona who are affiliated with the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation and the only entity authorized to oversee the construction of Frank Lloyd Wright’s unbuilt projects. The project was built by local builder Hans Torweihe and some recent interior design work by Willman Interiors.

The home sits on close to 3 acres right on a bluff over looking Keanuiomano Stream and in the distance looms the amazing views of Mauna Kea Volcano, Mauna Loa Volcano and Hualalai Volcano.  The property takes full advantage of some of the best views on the Big Island.

The home is privately owned, but they do allow the home to be rented for vacationers or Frank Lloyd Wright enthusiasts.  Here is the VRBO link

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


Up-Country Waimea | Big Island | Luxury Real Estate Photography | Ethan Tweedie Photography by Ethan Tweedie

Here are some highlights of our recent shoot in Up-Country Waimea for Kendall DiDonato of this gorgeous 65-1132 Hoku’ula Road home. Per the listing details Kendall provided:

“This custom designed, Hawaiian ranch style residence was originally built for renowned artists Hiroshi Tagami and Michael Powell and later extensively upgraded through a collaboration between deReus Architects and its new owner, a prominent interior designer. Sited on an acre lot, the home’s prime location is accessible to Waimea’s schools, a short drive to the island’s best beaches and yet, located in a neighborhood where horses graze and the scent of ginger fills the air. A private sanctuary in the heart of Waimea where you can enjoy a coffee on your lanai while looking at the slopes of distant volcanoes and see the Milky Way at night. Offered at $3,895,000

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

I am a Big Island (Kailua-Kona, Waimea) photographer who specializes in architecture and interiors.  I have been entrusted by multi-billion-dollar hotel and resort brands, such as Halekulani, Rosewood Hotels and Resorts and Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, industry-leading interior designers and architects and the top luxury real estate agents in Hawaii, because of my keen eye for what is appreciated by high-end consumers and markets. 

If you would like to discuss how we can collaborate within the current health regulations please contact me. ethantweedie@gmail.com or 808-938-4665

Warmest Aloha,

Ethan

Hoku'ula | Waimea | Hawaii Virtual Tour by Ethan Tweedie

Today’s COVID-19 virtual tour subject is Pu’u Hoku’ula. The literal meaning of Hoku'ula is Red Star in the Hawaiian language. It is the dominant Pu'u or hill in Waimea. It is sometimes referred to as Buster Brown and Knob Hill. I hope you enjoy your tour of my favorite Pu'u in my little town of Waimea!

Wash your hands, don’t touch your face and stay safe!!

Aloha,

Ethan

Ethan Tweedie Photography 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

Hawaii Island Virtual Tour! by Ethan Tweedie

One thing I miss during this unprecedented time is sharing the things I get to see everyday here in Hawaii. With travel restrictions in place because of COVID-19 I decided to just fly my drone and grab a quick video to share! These are the beloved Pu’u of Waimea this morning April 2nd 2020. I hope everyone out there is safe and making the best out of a tough situation! We will come out of this stronger! Be safe everyone.

Aloha! Ethan

For information about how I can help Essential Businesses (Real Estate Photography, Hotel and Resort Photography) during Hawaii’s COVID-19 Shutdown on the Big Island, please contact Ethan Tweedie Photography at (808) 938-4665 or ethantweedie@gmail.com