Studio Palomino brings a thoughtful, modern coastal aesthetic to homes across the Big Island of Hawai‘i, including beachfront residences celebrating open space, ocean light, and a calm, minimalist approach to living. Led by designer Barbie Palomino, our studio works with homeowners to create interiors that feel intentional, relaxed, and attuned to how you live in it. Whether you’re customizing a new home at Hapuna Beach or updating a long-loved space, we’re available to support your vision here.
At Hapuna Beach Residences, homes are defined by clean lines, open layouts, and materials that frame the shoreline rather than compete with it. There’s a natural rhythm to how these residences live, with large sliding glass doors, long sightlines to the water, and finishes quietly reflecting the sand, sea, and sky outside. We love working in spaces like these that already know how to breathe.
Most clients want to elevate the existing architecture with layered furnishings, curated textures, and functional layouts that support everyday ease. Some move in full-time; others set up a meaningful second home. Either way, we approach every detail carefully, helping you create a home that feels grounded, well-appointed, and easy to maintain in a coastal climate.
Because each residence at Hapuna has its own unique vantage point, our process always starts with the view, the light, and how you want the space to feel, whether that means softening the lines with organic materials, adding warmth to a cool-toned palette, or creating contrast through sculptural lighting and art. This isn’t about imposing a style, it’s about refining what’s already there and ensuring it works for you.
Barbie and the Studio Palomino team are currently accepting new design clients in the Hapuna Beach area and would be happy to connect. If you’re building, remodeling, or simply needing help pulling it all together, we’re here to offer clarity and direction every step of the way.
