Address
5436 Kirkwood Place, Honolulu, HI 96821
TMK
360070140000
SHPD Historic Site Number
N/A
Abstract
Built in 1946, the John K. Clarke Jr. Residence is significant under Criterion A for its associations with the early years of the development of ‘Āina Haina, created in the post-World War II period as a residential suburb of Honolulu on lands formerly used by Hind-Clarke Dairy for their pastures and operations. It is also significant under Criterion C, as a very good example of post-World War II residential design rendered in a Modern style and adapted to Hawai‘i’s climate. Designed by esteemed architect George Hogan, the home incorporates his clean lines and a high level of detail including flat roof with overhanging eaves, use of 12” redwood tongue and groove for the walls, indirect lighting in the kitchen, frameless sliding glass cabinet doors, pocket and sliding doors, canec ceilings, built-in koa buffet, vertical jalousies, built-in chests of drawers, and a flowing interior plan.
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