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Hawaiian architecture is a distinctive architectural style developed and employed primarily in the Hawaiian Islands. Though based on imported Western styles, unique Hawaiian traits make Hawaiian architecture stand alone against other styles. Hawaiian architecture reflects the history of the islands from antiquity through the kingdom era, from ...
Edwin Leo Bauer (1905–c. 1989) was an American architect, whose mid-20th-century work significantly influenced the architectural landscape of Honolulu, Hawaii.His designs, characterized by innovative use of space and materials, played a substantial role in defining the era of Hawaii Mid-Century Modern architecture.
Charles William “C.W.” Dickey (6 July 1871 – 25 April 1942) was an American architect famous for developing a distinctive style of Hawaiian architecture, including the double-pitched Dickey roof. [1][2] He was known not only for designing some of the most famous buildings in Hawaiʻi—such as the Alexander & Baldwin Building, Halekulani ...
Kenneth Roehrig was involved in various projects throughout his career, contributing to Hawaii's mid-century modern architecture: Goodsill House (1952): This residential project is an example of mid-century modern architecture in Hawaii. [4] Pauling House (1957): Known for its integration with the natural landscape and use of local materials. [4]
In order to qualify for the list, a structure must: be a recognizable building (defined as any human-made structure used or intended for supporting or sheltering any use or continuous occupancy ); incorporate features of building work from the claimed date to at least 1.5 metres (4.9 ft) in height and/or be a listed building .
The Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives in Honolulu, Hawaii, was established in 1920 by the Hawaiian Mission Children's Society, a private, non-profit organization and genealogical society, on the 100th anniversary of the arrival of the first Christian missionaries in Hawaiʻi. In 1962, the Mission Houses, together with ...
Hart Wood. Hart Wood FAIA (December 26, 1880 – October 6, 1957) was an American architect who flourished during the "Golden Age" [1] of Hawaiian architecture. He was one of the principal proponents of a distinctive "Hawaiian style" of architecture appropriate to the local environment and reflective of the cultural heritage of the islands.
Hale is a traditional form of Hawaiian architecture, known for its distinctive style, practicality, and close relationship with the natural environment. These indigenous structures were designed to be highly functional, meeting a variety of needs in Hawaiian society. The term "hale" in the Hawaiian language translates to "house" or "home," and ...