Honolulu, HI
New Build
Our neighborhood story
A dragon rising.
Honolulu’s Chinatown is a living testament to resilience and cultural diversity. Born in the late 19th century as migrants arrived at Honolulu Harbor, it quickly blossomed into a vibrant hub filled with bustling markets, noodle shops, and apothecaries. Despite being ravaged by fires, the neighborhood has always risen from the ashes, reinventing itself time and time again.
A cultural crossroads, Chinatown welcomed U.S. sailors during World War II, bringing new influences that still echo today in the glowing neon signs that light up its streets. By the 1980s, artists had transformed vacant spaces into galleries and studios, breathing new life into the area. With its historic Italianate buildings standing in contrast to modern high-rises, Chinatown’s spirit endures—symbolized by the dragon mural at Wo Fat restaurant, a vivid reminder of the neighborhood’s enduring vibrancy and unstoppable resurgence.
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King Headboard Panels
Behind the Design
- Charred red wood veneer of side panels pays homage to the fire and rebirth of Chinatown
- Contrasting fabric and stitching on center panel
- Rounded corners and varying heights of panels
- Guest convenience power and cut-outs for custom sconces
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Footed Nightstands
Behind the Design
- Dark cerused wood veneer adds rich contrast against headboard
- Decorative brass pull nods to Chinatown styling
- Added quartz top for textural balance
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Pedestal Side Table
Behind the Design
- High gloss lacquered finish
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Accent Panel
Behind the Design
- Vibrant Chinese and Hawaiian print
- Contrasting frame color and gold detailing
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TV Frame with Shelf
Behind the Design
- Subtle wave pattern accent on the back
- Gold shelving rod detailing
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Long Desk
Behind the Design
- Extended desk to fit over dresser
- Round tapered legs
- Beveled edge profile
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Large Dresser
Behind the Design
- Vibrant high-gloss teal lacquer finish
- Bamboo edge grain at outer frame
- Traditional gold Chinese-style hardware
ING-290
Vanity
Behind the Design:
• Full stone top with extended backsplash with cut-outfor mirror
• Added horizontal towel rod and integrated toilet paper holder
Slatted wood shelf below
ING-270
Amenity Unit with Wardrobe
Behind the Design
- Dark cerused wood veneer and artistic Chinoiserie motif
- Decorative red tassel on door pull
- Gold metal mesh cabinet front with basketweave texture
- Mirrored back panel
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Vanity
Behind the Design:
• Full stone top with extended backsplash with cut-outfor mirror
• Added horizontal towel rod and integrated toilet paper holder
Slatted wood shelf below
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Double Vanity
Behind the Design
- Dark quartz top
- Accent basket weave texture on fascia
- Black metal base with lower metal shelf
ING-290
Vanity
Behind the Design:
• Full stone top with extended backsplash with cut-outfor mirror
• Added horizontal towel rod and integrated toilet paper holder
Slatted wood shelf below
Millwork
Front Desk Pod
Behind the Design
- Natural woven grass textures and brass metallic accents
- Rounded corners soften the form
- Accent under-lighting
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Vanity
Behind the Design:
• Full stone top with extended backsplash with cut-outfor mirror
• Added horizontal towel rod and integrated toilet paper holder
Slatted wood shelf below
Millwork
Bar
Behind the Design
- Textured wood face with quartz top nods to relaxed Hawaiian style
- Raised stone foot rest at base
- Decorative purse hooks, guest convenience power, and accent under-lighting under bar top
ING-290
Vanity
Behind the Design:
• Full stone top with extended backsplash with cut-outfor mirror
• Added horizontal towel rod and integrated toilet paper holder
Slatted wood shelf below
Millwork
Back Bar
Behind the Design
- Inset back bar with rounded outer corners and vibrant accent color
- Textural, handmade tile at backsplash
- Lockable doors at center module in layered frosted acrylic finish with inset woven raffia and accent metal frame
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Vanity
Behind the Design:
• Full stone top with extended backsplash with cut-outfor mirror
• Added horizontal towel rod and integrated toilet paper holder
Slatted wood shelf below
