Francis Oda, G70 cofounder, passed away Feb. 14, 2026. Leading the firm for more than 50 years, Oda consistently applied his philosophy of culturally based design to his numerous projects across all sectors. His career led him to receive upwards of 50 awards, including the American Institute of Architects Honor Award and the Gordon Bradley […]
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Public Works Division upgrades Windward O‘ahu facility with interior improvements, expanded services and new parking
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Although luxury residential builds are still moving forward, the focus on affordable housing continues to take precedence across the state. Pacific Resource Partnership’s Winter 2025 edition of Hawai‘i Perspectives, a scientifically conducted survey, reports that Hawai‘i is about 64,000 homes short of meeting the current demands. “Many are frustrated by delays due to government red
Swinerton Project Executive Travis Wong finds growth in opportunity
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Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) Pacific honored Wayne Hanaoka and Capt. Nicholas Leinweber as the top 2026 Engineers of the Year. Civilian Engineer of the Year recipient Wayne Hanaoka oversees three of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command’s largest military construction efforts, totaling approximately $1.5 billion over the past year as design manager and engineer-in-responsible charge
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The Building Industry Association of Hawaii (BIA Hawaii) announced its leadership for 2026, with Kamuela Potter leading the organization as 2026 president. The remaining officers are as follows: President-elect Lili Shintani, Vice President Lukas Petersons, Secretary Kevin Murray and Treasurer Paul Silen. “BIA Hawaii is honored to have these distinguished leaders serving on our board and championing the
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The General Contractors Association (GCA) of Hawaii installed its new board of directors for 2026 at an installation ceremony held at The Royal Hawaiian Resort Waikiki on Jan. 17. Michael Inouye was sworn in as 2026 president, taking the helm from 2025 President Russell Inouye. The GCA of Hawaii 2026 Board of Directors is as
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2026 GCA of Hawaii President Michael Inouye and Executive Director Cheryl Walthall share the association’s plans for the year
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The Hawaii Asphalt Paving Industry welcomes a new executive director
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Kapili Roofing & Painting President Brennan Leong proves effective leadership can come at any age
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