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Hawaii is unsurpassed not only for its weather and "Aloha Spirit" but it is also the only area in the United States which has a complete master land-use plan for the entire state. Every parcel of land, whether military, private, or public, is planned for its future allocation as residential, commercial, industrial, preservation, conservation, or military use. There are also governmental procedures established that adjust land-use requirements as the state grows and existing conditions alter.

The Hawaiian Islands are so much more than scenic mountains, sunny white-sand beaches, and smog free-balmy days. Island ecosystems vary from cool tropical rain forests to hot and arid lava fields to mild trade winds to storms of hurricane force. Kilauea and Mauna Loa volcanoes are still active on the big island of Hawaii. Soil conditions can also vary from solid stable rock to expansive clay.

All municipalities have their own site specific building codes and restrictions. Hawaii is a series of islands requiring regulations to define shoreline setbacks, preserve beaches and beach accesses, and conserve wetlands and rain forests. Many island neighborhoods have self-imposed covenant, conditions and restrictions (CCR's) which maintain or preserve view planes, restrict and control structure heights, and specify exterior color, building materials, lot coverage, and buildable square footage.

Districts have been created in Honolulu to control over-development and preserve open space and Hawaii's cultural and ethnic histories. Waikiki Beach, the State Capitol area, the slope of Punchbowl crater, and the world famous profile of Diamond Head are all special development and design districts. To preserve the view of Diamond Head crater from all directions, high-rise condominiums are restricted.

Hawaii is an incomparable location to live, work, and play. Island environmental beauty, climate, geology, ecology, weather, and location call for creative design solutions and unique architectural strategies, both to enhance the aloha of the Hawaiian lifestyle and protect long-term property investment. The state is committed to managing diversified development, and Hawaii's architectural community is dedicated to preserving the rich architectural heritage of this beautiful land. Hawaii's registered architects are sensitive to the needs of the local residents and homeowners, as well as visitors. We strive to find creative and unique architectural solutions to preserve this special island paradise.

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