Our Story
Our love story began in Hawaii.
Many years ago, we were married on these islands, surrounded by the ocean, the trade winds, and a magic we never wanted to lose. So we kept returning—year after year—until Kauai became woven into the fabric of our lives.
When the pandemic began, it was Cinzia who felt a strong pull to stay on Kauai.
She sensed the island would be our safe haven—a place where our family could live close to nature, breathe deeply, and find peace in an uncertain world. And she was right. Kauai held us, healed us, and gave us clarity.
During that time, something shifted.
Cinzia, with her Italian roots, California-beach sensibility, and lifelong eye as a designer, began noticing how many homes on the island needed to be refreshed and reimagined. She started envisioning spaces filled with light, beauty, color, and soul—places where guests could feel the same serenity we felt.
At the same time, Rico—drawing on his island roots and expertise as a real estate broker—began searching with Cinzia for properties with potential, character, and the right spirit. Together, we explored the island carefully and intentionally.
Every home we selected became part of a vision we shared.
Cinzia personally curated and redesigned each property—infusing them with her signature blend of Italian chic and relaxed island elegance. Natural textures, soft palettes, coastal touches, and thoughtful details that celebrate everything she loves most about Kauai: its sunsets, sea creatures, rainbows, and waterfalls.
We knew we wanted our homes to be in Poipu Beach—the sunny, golden side of the island, and the very place where our Hawaii story first began.
Today, we manage 30 properties that we personally found, remodeled, and refreshed with heart.
With the help of our wonderful local team, we’ve created spaces where comfort, style, and the spirit of Kauai come together.
Our dream is simple: that every guest who stays with us feels the same joy, peace, and wonder that this island has given to our family.
Come be part of our story.
Let Kauai become your haven too with Koolkondo!
