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Arts

Where Lava Touched, There I Became

The hallowed paintings and sculptures of Nainoaikapoliokaehukai Rosehill sanctify hidden stories buried beneath the land.

Personal Matters

A patron couple’s personal collection of art by prominent African American artists finds a new home at the Honolulu Museum of Art.

Masterpieces Unveiled: A Photographic Journey into O‘ahu’s Creative Souls

In these snapshots of local artists in their element, a photographer with deep roots in Hawai‘i’s arts scene captures formative moments in the lives of creatives across O‘ahu.
Business
Business

Redirecting Creativity

A new generation bucks the aesthetic and narrative stereotypes that have defined the islands.

Making It

Led by collaboration and ingenuity, Honolulu’s makerspaces empower the islands’ creative set.

Real to Reel

In her role as state film commissioner, Donne Dawson serves as an economic and cultural liaison between Hawai‘i and Hollywood.
Culture
Culture

Echoes of Aloha

Two contemporary Hawaiian artists are reviving Queen Lili‘uokalani’s musical legacy for the screen and stage.

Child’s Play

Following the birth of her son, a new mother basks in nostalgia for the local games of her youth.

Field Experiment

On the North Shore, a farmer is growing bananas in a wild way.
Design
Design

Prints of the Pacific

For more than four decades, Colleen Kimura’s striking silkscreen prints have showcased a bold and wondrous vision of Hawai‘i and beyond.

Tropicana Luxe

Sumptuous menswear is fit for stylish days and sultry nights at Green Lady Cocktail Room.

Tantalus Unveiled: A Creative Collaboration in Architecture and LifestyleSoul of the Mountain

An interior designer and photographer team up to document the architecture and residents of Tantalus.
Fare
Fare

Higher Grounds

The alchemy of a unique terroir and a tight-knit community has transformed the Hawai‘i Island region of Ka‘ū into a global coffee contender.

Leading Ladies

In an industry long dominated by men, these chefs have made a name for themselves in Hawai‘i’s culinary scene.

Blocks of Aloha

With community at its heart, Aloha Tofu Factory rises from humble origins to become the largest tofu manufacturer in the islands.
Fashion
Fashion

A Natural Fit

Max Mara celebrates the arrival of a new Honolulu boutique and FW24’s acclaimed Olimpia Jacket.

On Island Time

Fusing Swiss precision and Hawaiian tradition, Hublotʻs Big Bang UNICO ʻO Ka Mua is a futuristic homage to Hawaiʻi.

Threads of Tradition

In this visual melody of breezy linens, textured silk, and patterned sundresses, Shangri La artist-in-residence Taimane exudes an eclectic elegance inspired by the creative campus and former home of Doris Duke.
Travel
Travel

Of Hope and History

Hawai‘i photographers pay tribute to West Maui in the wake of a devastating blaze.

In the Raw

Through the lens of photographer Josiah Patterson, the west side of O‘ahu is laid bare in its rugged beauty.

On a Remote Atoll, a Conservationist Finds New Life

After seven months on Kure Atoll, Zachary Pezzillo reflects on its challenging yet rewarding conditions.
New & Notable
New & Notable

Challenging Notions of Identity

In No Ordinary Love, artist Salman Toor invites viewers into private worlds and upends outdated notions of power and identity.

A Kāʻanapali Reawakening Transformed by Tradition

On Maui’s west side, a beloved 60-year-old hotel doubles down on its commitment to provide an enjoyable and authentic Hawaiian stay through an $80 million makeover.

At Margotto Hawaii, Truffles Abound

At this truffle-centric dining concept, guests can indulge in the fanciest of fungi.
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Escapes

·5 min read

Good Things Come in Trees

Believing salvation can be found in the natural world, Wonderwood seeks to reconnect urbanites with the wonders of nature.

·7 min read

Heart of Hanalei

In a region undergoing swift change, the cherished town serves as a poignant reminder that its heartbeat is sustained by the people who have long called her home.

Interior of a ferry with two people at the rear window looking out at the harbor during sunset, creating silhouettes against the brightly lit background.

·6 min read

Ordinary Marvels

Eschewing the city’s grand sights, a writer revels in the everyday milieu of Istanbul.

a room with a bed and a chair

·1 min read

Waikiki Dreaming

At Hotel Renew, guests are treated to an eclectic Waikīkī stay that captures the spirit of adventure and the soul of R&R.

a room with a table and a table and a picture of a person playing a saxophone

·5 min read

Japan’s Harmonious Affair: A Music Lover Explores the World of Jazz

On a trip to Japan, a music lover examines the country’s love affair with jazz.

·1 min read

Waikīkī’s Hidden Gem

Lotus Honolulu showcases a softer side of Waikīkī, with a curated stay built around comfort.

·7 min read

Island Verdure

In this jaunt through lush montane forests and coastal groves, get to know some of the diverse plant life that earned Kaua‘i its nickname, the Garden Isle.

·5 min read

How A Writer Finds Solace In The Hills North of Chiang Mai

Following the loss of a parent, a writer finds solace in the hills north of Chiang Mai.