Hoʻoulu ʻĀina‘s Native Hawaiian reforestation project, Koa ʻĀina, involves the harvest of large invasive species to make room for native species to grow. UHCDC assisted Hoʻoulu ʻĀina in the conceptual development of a woodshop and mill where they will engage community members in repurposing the invasive lumber into objects that bring waiwai (true wealth) back into the community.

Client: Kokua Kalihi Valley / Hoʻoulu ʻĀina
Principal Investigator: Cathi Ho Schar FAIA
Student Team: Keola Annino, Christopher Gaydosh, Jason Hashimoto, Kristoffer Jugueta, Jay Moorman, Melise Nekoba, Mike Poscablo, Christopher Songvilay