Tour the Charlot House, a Midcentury Masterpiece in Kāhala
The private home of Jean and Zohmah Charlot is now open for monthly tours.
Photo: Kristine Pontecha
Architecture enthusiasts can now tour the lush, asymmetrical ranch-style home of the late French American painter and illustrator Jean Charlot and his wife, Zohmah. Architect Graham Hart leads the intimate monthly tours ($50 cash) of the historic Kāhala residence.
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Between the Vladimir Ossipoff kitchen and Pete Wimberly cantilever dining table, the artist’s soul is imbued throughout the 2,800-square-foot property, which was completed in 1958. Hart’s tours help fund the restoration of the midcentury modern home, which combines the openness of indoor-outdoor Island living with French and Mexican elements. A light brunch for attendees prepared by co-host Kristine Pontecha pays homage to Charlot’s French and Aztec heritage.
Contact Hart on Instagram @grmhrt to reserve a spot.
