Hawai‘i’s construction industry has seen tremendous growth over the past few years. As contractors wrap up work on the first wave of mixed-use residential and commercial towers in Honolulu, the cranes are already moving on to other sites to begin again. ADUs are popping up in suburban neighborhoods and more master-planned communities are on the way in central O‘ahu. In this issue, the state’s construction industry leaders weigh in on good design and 2017 industry outlooks.
Over the past 20 years, REIKO LEWIS has earned numerous design awards in Hawai‘i, California and abroad. As principal for Ventus Design, she infuses her work with four core Japanese values: harmony, respect, purity and serenity. Project team members enjoy working with Lewis for her outstanding designs as well as her skills as a project designer. She served as president of ASID Hawaii in 2016.
GLEN KANESHIGE is the president of Nordic PCL Construction, overseeing buildings operations with over 30 years of construction experience.
Four Seasons Resort Oahu The Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina, the Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club and the Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki and Golf Club are a few of the recent hotel revamps.
