The Central Ala Moana
| The Central Ala Moana | |
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 The Central Ala Moana in June 2022 | |
Interactive map of the The Central Ala Moana area | |
General information | |
| Status | Completed |
| Type | Residential |
| Location | Ala Moana, Honolulu, Hawaii, 1391 Kapiolani Blvd |
| Coordinates | 21°17′36.1″N 157°50′37.4″W / 21.293361°N 157.843722°W |
Construction started | 2019 |
Completed | 2021 |
| Height | |
| Roof | 132.7 m (435 ft) |
| Technical details | |
| Structural system | Concrete |
| Floor count | 43 |
| Design and construction | |
| Developer | SamKoo Pacific LLC |
| Main contractor | Hawaiian Dredging & Construction Company |
| Website | |
| https://www.thecentralalamoana.com/index.html | |
The Central Ala Moana is a residential skyscraper situated in the Ala Moana district of Honolulu, Hawaii. Constructed between 2019 and 2021, the building reaches a height of 132.7 m (435 ft) and contains 43 floors. As of 2026, it is the second-tallest building in Hawaii, following the Century Center, and remains the tallest building in the state when measured by roof height.[1] The skyscraper is located within a dense urban landscape that encompasses over 90 high-rise buildings.[2]
History
The skyscraper is situated in the Ala Moana district of Honolulu, in immediate proximity to Ala Moana Beach Park.[3] Due to its location, the development is subject to requirements mandated by the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation and the Hawaii Community Development Authority. These regulations necessitate that developers negotiate with the state regarding the allocation of affordable housing units within their projects. A standard has been established utilizing a 60/40 ratio between affordable and market-rate units, a framework applied to the Kapiolani Residences and subsequently implemented for The Central Ala Moana project.[4]
The Central Ala Moana was developed under a state affordable housing initiative that provided the developer with density and height incentives, alongside approximately 13 million U.S. dollars in fee exemptions. In exchange for these concessions, the developer committed to reserving 60% of the 512 total units for moderate-income families. The skyscraper reached completion and was inaugurated in 2021.[5]
See also
References
- ↑ "The Central Ala Moana, Honolulu". Emporis. Emporis Research. 2022. Archived from the original on 11 March 2022. Retrieved 15 July 2026.
- ↑ Shinno, Mitch (29 September 2021). "Honolulu has more of these than any other U.S. city". KHON2. Nexstar Media Inc. Retrieved 15 July 2026.
- ↑ "Ala Moana Regional Park". Department of Parks and Recreation. City and County of Honolulu. Retrieved 15 July 2026.
- ↑ "The Central Ala Moana Affordable Housing Release". Smart Living Hawaii. Smart Living Hawaii LLC. 8 November 2018. Retrieved 15 July 2026.
- ↑ "Hawaii Legislature aims to alter affordable housing program, possibly at expense of counties". Hawaii Tribune-Herald. 27 May 2024. Retrieved 15 July 2026.
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