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South Bay Digs • July 28, 2023

ON THE COVER | Jewel of Oahu: This resort-like retreat is a perfect perch, overlooking Maunalua Bay and the peaks of Diamond Head presented by Tracy Allen of Coldwell Banker Realty.
280 Poipu Drive, Honolulu, Hawaii, Oahu, Hanauma Bay, Maunalua Bay, Tracy Allen, Coldwell Banker

280 Poipu Drive: Your Private Oasis Overlooking Maunalua Bay

Nestled between the breathtaking wonders of Hanauma Bay and the picturesque Maunalua Bay, the luxurious oasis at 280 Poipu Drive stands as a testament to the unparalleled beauty of Hawaii’s Oahu island. Offering an exclusive and bespoke Hawaiian experience, this extraordinary residence captures the essence of island living and elevates it to new heights.

Marion Sims Wyeth: The Pride of Palm Beach

Many of these projects are highlighted in the forthcoming book From Palm Beach to Shangri La: The Architecture of Marion Sims Wyeth (Rizzoli) by Jane S. Day. The exuberant tome, a paean to Marion Sims Wyeth and historic preservation, gives overdue recognition to an architect who is too little considered in contemporary times.

Tracy Allen has a Haven in Honolulu

Owned since its 1957 inception by prominent kama’aina families, this exquisite oceanfront estate in Oahu’s highly sought-after Diamond Head enclave recently was transformed twice within three years to emerge as one of the most idyllic properties in all of Honolulu.

Vacation Destinations From Honolulu To Miami Beach

Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club one of Miami Beach’s historic Art Deco properties has undergone a multimillion-dollar renovation. And The Mandarin Oriental Hotel and Residences, Honolulu are set for completion in March 2021, with the hotel opening in May 2021.
Vladimir Ossipoff, Outrigger Canoe Club

Tropical Modernism: The Enduring Legacy of Vladimir Ossipoff in Hawaii

Although Vladimir Ossipoff passed away in 1998, his vision for Hawaii endures as a timeless legacy. With a profound respect for nature and a devotion to modern design, Ossipoff forever changed the landscape of the Hawaiian Islands, leaving an enduring architectural imprint that continues to inspire and captivate to this day.

VITA Planning and Landscape Architecture Building Heavenly Havens

VITA Planning and Landscape Architecture has been envisioning and creating luxury resorts and residential communities for almost 17 years. Among the number of high-end projects in Hawaii in the global firm’s portfolio include a duo of private beach and golf club communities on the Big Island, as well as a redo of a longtime Maui resort.