The editors at GC Magazine listed the top seven industrial architects in Honolulu, ranked by looking at the firm’s experience, process, and portfolio. GC Magazine described G70's expertise by our "extensive knowledge of the cultural and historical aspects of various locations in Honolulu. One example is the project above, featuring the Kapolei Harborside. A coastal landmark,...
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Lance Hirai, 34 Project Architect, G70 What’s been your biggest professional accomplishment so far and how did you do it? I was fortunate to play a significant role in the recent campus expansion for Iolani School. In a span of five years, we completed three complex projects — a five-story residence hall, new classrooms and a...
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GC Magazine editors picked nine of the most outstanding restaurant architects working in Honolulu. These architects are specialists in restaurant and commercial architecture. With several years of experience in the business, these architects provide excellent designs for restaurants, bars, and cafes in Honolulu and the rest of Hawaii. GC Magazine described G70 as: A heavyweight in the...
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Hawaii Business Magazine's former Events Director Anthony Bagnoli, spoke with Charles Kaneshiro, President and COO of G70, a presenting sponsor for the CHANGE Event Series. [embed]https://vimeo.com/584017034[/embed] In this interview, they discuss how architecture serves as a catalyst for people to be creative and work for the betterment of the community. Kaneshiro also shares his passion for health...
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HPR is pleased to announce several additions to its governing bodies, effective July 19, 2021. Francis S. Oda, Chairman of G70, has been elected Chair of HPR's Board of Directors. Kathryn (Kathy) Matayoshi, Senior Vice President at HMSA, has been elected Vice Chair. Additionally, Nancy Budd of Kauaʻi, outgoing Chair of the station's Community Advisory Board,...
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For this, Pacific Business News' 22nd year of its 40 Under 40 awards, PBN is proud to present a new fresh batch of 40 young professionals making significant impacts to Hawaii businesses and communities. While there will be no formal, in-person event this year due to restrictions on gatherings due to the Covid-19 pandemic, these members...
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Alongside being in touch with changing trends, consumers and businesses also expect a commercial space’s atmosphere to enhance the user experience. Planning for customers in this careful way starts with a well-planned design from licensed architects. Many architects design good commercial structures yet only a few can provide a great customer experience while they do it....
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The king tides that are expected to arrive in the Islands next week will bring floods – what Hawaii may see as climate change affecting sea levels along the state’s coasts. While king tides are not a direct result of climate change — they are caused by the moon being at its closest point to the...
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Here at G70, we strive to create new places in Hawai’i that bring energy and life to our communities, sustain and grow our economy, and steward our precious resources. Our kuleana was built on the foundation of our belief in the community (aloha kekahi i kekahi), and will continue to helm the work we do within...
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What's the most inspiring part of your job? The most inspiring part of being an architect is knowing that everyday we are working towards making a difference in the community. Each project brings its own unique challenges and has an impact on the users, neighborhood, and environment in which it is built. I am also continuously...
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