Vladimir Ossipoff Designed Kuahiwi House for Linus Pauling

The Kuahiwi house, located on a ridge of Oahu's Koolau Range, was conceptualized by architect Vladimir Ossipoff for Linus Pauling. Built using local materials, it features a hexagonal design meant to harmonize with its natural surroundings. This six-bedroom residence, completed in the early 1950s, avoids the need for air-conditioning by leveraging trade winds and rainwater for its systems. The structure also has an open kitchen and communal spaces where Pauling envisioned gathering with family and friends. Pauling's progressive ideas on building and environmental conservation were well aligned with Ossipoff's innovative approach to architecture, resulting in a unique masterpiece that reflects both men's visions.