Your Ultimate Guide to Kaka‘ako
Welcome to Honolulu’s new “it” place: Kaka‘ako. This is a rapidly growing urban neighborhood with a rich history that’s deeply rooted in industry, entrepreneurship and Hawaiian culture.
Back in the day, this was a ...
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Posted by Holden Lau on July 16, 2019 in Neighborhood News
A Guide to Kaka‘ako’s Best Restaurants in 2020
It's official:The Kakaako restaurant scene is growing and it's quickly becoming one of Honolulu's best destinations for enthusiastic foodies. Whether it's a quick snack, a relaxing brunch or casual dinner, this approachable, friendly neighborhood ...
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Posted by Holden Lau on June 12, 2019 in Community News
Raising Building Height Limits in Kakaako
How High is too High? Should we extend the building height limit in Kakaako from 400 feet to 768 feet?
Building heights in Honolulu have always been a polarizing topic among locals and developers. For many years, the topic has been brought to the ...
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Posted by Holden Lau on February 20, 2019 in Community News
Our 2019 Guide to Kakaako
Our 2019 Guide to Kakaako starts here. Located in the heart of Honolulu between the business district of downtown Honolulu and the tourist mecca of Waikiki, Kakaako has the perfect mix of gritty industrial vibe and swanky luxury beach town. Our ...
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Posted by Holden Lau on February 11, 2019 in Community News
Sandbox Coworking to Open in Kakaako in July 2019
The Sandbox is the latest co-working space to provide a home for entrepreneurs in the rapidly growing Kakaako neighborhood. The Sandbox is just a small piece of what will eventually become the Kakaako Innovation Block. The two-story Sandbox will ...
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Posted by Holden Lau on January 1, 2019 in Community News
Is Midtown Ala Moana the New Kakaako?
Welcome to Midtown Ala Moana
Over the last five years, Kakaako's skyline has undergone a dramatic transformation. The landscape has been changed by seven new completed residential towers bringing more than 2,000 units into the neighborhood ...
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Posted by Holden Lau on September 5, 2018 in Buying a Home
Honolulu Affordable Housing FAQs: 2023 Updated
Affordable Housing FAQs 2023
2023 will be a fruitful year for buyers looking to purchase a home under the affordable housing guidelines. Projects like Kuilei Place, The Park on Keeaumoku, and Sky Ala Moana are all launching projects with affordable ...
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Posted by Holden Lau on August 27, 2018 in Buying a Home
1938 Indochine, Qing Mu, two new restaurants coming to Kakaako
Need another reason to make Kakaako your new home? We’ll give you three: 1938 Indochine, Qing Mu and Bluetree Cafe will be joining Kakaako’s flourishing culinary scene in Spring 2018. The three new restaurants will open at The ...
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Posted by Holden Lau on September 22, 2017 in Neighborhood News
The Collection Lofts: Unit for sale
Come home to this beautiful studio at The Collection Lofts in Kakaako. At 475 sf. the design of the layout, combined with the floor to ceiling windows, makes the space feel far larger. Stainless-steel appliances, 9' ceilings, LED lighting, and ...
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Posted by Holden Lau on March 20, 2017 in Kakaako
Kapiolani Residence: Everything you need to know
With all the new construction projects going on in Kakaako and urban Honolulu, developers are realizing there is a real need, and demand, for moderately priced housing. The HCDA does a great job ensuring that at least 20% of the housing built in the ...
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Posted by Holden Lau on May 21, 2016 in Kakaako
Inside Arvo: Kakaako's hippest coffee shop
Afternoon Mates! or rather, Arvo Mates!
Nestled in Kaka’ako, you will find a quaint and homey café that is sure to satisfy your coffee and toast cravings. Started by sisters Casey Wiggins and Dixie Rose, and Dixie’s husband ...
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Posted by Holden Lau on March 1, 2016 in Eating
Kakaako Reserved Housing in 2020
If you're looking for more information regarding "Affordable Housing" please click this link here. Reserved Housing and Affordable Housing are two different programs that have different eligibility requirements. The next opportunity to purchase ...
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Posted by Holden Lau on November 2, 2015 in Community News