The 2017-2019 proof-of-concept study for Kekaha Kai State Park conceptualizes future programming and design for a cultural education facility and campground at the Hawaiʻi Island beach park. The UHCDC team’s focus is aimed at providing a balance between ecological design and resource protection with contemporary placemaking through low-impact recreational activities and local-appropriate lodging.

Client: Department of Land and Natural Resources State Parks Division
Principal Investigator: Simon Bussiere, ASLA
Project Staff: Zachary Streitz, Michael Honyak
Student Project Assistants: Moises Lio Can
Course integration: Fall 2017 ARCH 342