Peter Jacobsen Architects

Specialties

Peter Jacobsen Architects is a Maui based residential and commercial design firm We are pleased to offer a full array of services including: architectural design, interior design, structural engineering, construction management, landscape design and building permitting.

An Architect’s eye has been sharpened over the years with passion to create beautiful design solutions. Commitment to excellence and the ability to think outside the box is what we do.

Founder Peter Jacobsen is a member of the American Institute of Architects, has over 25 years of experience, certified by the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards and is LEED certified. «The kitchen is my favorite room in a house. I like the concept of the kitchen flowing into the living room and the living room flowing to the lanai An open floor plan with lots of glass to frame the drama of Hawaii. Good architecture must take into account the size, color, style and quantity of furnishings to compliment the space.»

History

Established in 2003.

Why an architect? Simply to get what you want.

«Each project develops from two things, first, everything that is unique about the setting, and second, everything that is unique about the client.»

Our work is a collaborative process between you and the architect. We listen to you and design your project based on your wish list and budget.

In conceptual design we like to present several different designs to start with. «painting with broad strokes to open up discussion.». High vaulted ceiling, oversized kitchens, and large lanais are good starting points.

We know how furniture compliments a space and let’s face it beautiful furniture selection and placement can make or break any room. Good architecture must take into account the size, color, style and quantity of furnishings to compliment the space. The furniture helps define and give scale to the space limit circulation and establishes lighting and ultimately dictates the scale of the room. — color and texture cannot be emphasized e

Meet the Business Owner

Peter J.

Business Owner

Educated at the University of Florida with an undergraduate degree in architecture and a graduate degree in architecture from the University of Hawaii Manoa.

Peter Jacobsen has been living in Hawaii since 1989. He is a member of the American Institute of Architects and is a LEED certified architect and an advocate sustainable architecture to design energy efficient structures ensure a projects sustainabilty and green standing…

Peter Jacobsen’s design experience over the years includes: Alii Place, Koolaupoko District Courthouse, Kamehameha Schools (East Hawaii Campus), Poli-​Momi Hospital, Punchbowl Columbaria, Kailua Elementary School, Kaneohe Marine Corp. Bachelor-​Enlisted Quarters, Kailua Library, Central Florida Junior College, Honolulu, Napili Village Center„ the Kahala Mandarin Resort, Duty Free Honolulu, as well as high-​end residential projects and residential additions and remodels.