Vision becomes a reality at Ward Village® as The Howard Hughes Corporation® welcomes it’s first residents to Waiea®
The Howard Hughes Corporation® (NYSE: HHC), last month welcomed its first residents to Ward Village®, the company’s 60-acre master planned community in the heart of Honolulu. As the first mixed-use residential tower, Waiea® marks a significant milestone as the vision of Ward Village transforms into the reality of a vibrant “live, work, play” destination and a model 21st century walkable, sustainable community.
Waiea, which means “water of life,” was designed by renowned Vancouver-based architect James K.M. Cheng in partnership with locally-based WCIT Architecture, and makes a stunning contribution to Honolulu’s skyline. Waiea’s interior design by Tony Ingrao complements the building’s exterior, with refined and exceptional detailing throughout the its homes and common spaces. Michelin-star chef Nobuyuki Matsuhisa will open his flagship Honolulu restaurant on Waiea’s ground level in December, joining a growing mix of premier culinary offerings at Ward Village.
Waiea’s architecture was inspired by its shoreline location, the cultural connections to water and the story of Hawaiian fishing god Kuʻula and his son ʻAiʻai. The entry water feature welcomes both residents and Ward Village guests with a stunning bronze sculpture by internationally renowned artist, Tony Cragg. Waiea’s street level activation along Auahi Street, highlighted by Nobu Honolulu and its indoor and outdoor seating, showcases the exciting community transformation of this main thoroughfare. By year’s end, Auahi Street will provide dedicated bike lanes, further improving the pedestrian-friendly experience and encouraging walkable, bikeable connections with all Ward Village has to offer.
Waiea, which means “water of life,” was designed by renowned Vancouver-based architect James K.M. Cheng in partnership with locally-based WCIT Architecture. Architect: James K.M. Cheng. Courtesy of Ward Village
“Today marks a major milestone for Ward Village as we welcome our first residents to this growing community. The vision of Ward Village is to create a thriving neighborhood in the heart of Honolulu, and that vision became reality today,” said Todd Apo, Vice President of Community Development, The Howard Hughes Corporation. “Waiea’s name and design honor the history of this place and highlight our efforts to honor the past while building a brighter future for Honolulu.”
Waiea residents will be greeted by a customer focused management team led by General Manager Fernando Bastos. The team brings a wealth of experience and heart to Waiea, and will not only welcome its new residents, but will ensure their experience as the first homeowners in Ward Village exceeds their expectations. The building’s amenity level overlooks Ala Moana Beach Park and Kewalo Harbor, featuring an infinity edge lap pool, state-of-the-art fitness center, playground, splash pad, dog walk, outdoor lounges and entertaining spaces. Indoor amenities include a private theater, library, golf simulator, spa, as well as multiple dining and entertaining spaces.
Waiea broke ground in June 2014 and was constructed by Nordic PCL Construction. Ward Village is Hawaiʻiʻs only LEED-Neighborhood Development Platinum-Certified project and the largest neighborhood development in the country to receive such a prestigious certification. The region where Ward Village sits, Kaka‘ako, was recently named by Trulia as the top neighborhood with the best amenities in cities of under one million people.
Opening of first mixed-use residential tower marks major milestone for Ward Village Community. Architect: James K.M. Cheng. Courtesy of Ward Village
The transformational momentum of Ward Village has resulted in over 1,100 homes contracted in this coastal community that is Hawai‘i’s first-ever urban master planned community. The development brings together premier architecture, local shopping, world-class dining and the arts and culture of Hawai‘i for a one-of-a-kind experience for its residents and visitors. Homes in a variety of price points are available in the five Ward Village towers currently for sale. The Information Center and Residential Sales Gallery is located at the iconic IBM Building at 1240 Ala Moana Blvd.
To learn more about other Ward Village residences, please visit www.wardvillage.com/residences.
About Ward Village®
Developed by The Howard Hughes Corporation, Ward Village is a 60-acre master-planned community transforming the heart of Honolulu between downtown and Waikīkī. Along with its first residences, Waiea®, Ward Village includes three additional mixed-use residential towers –Anaha®, Aeʻo, and Ke Kilohana – that are now under construction and will continue to transform the popular shopping and dining district into a vibrant neighborhood offering exceptional residences with incredible island and ocean views and a carefully curated mix of retail experiences set among dynamic public open spaces and walkable streets.
Waiea includes 174 residences and will be home to internationally acclaimed restaurant Nobu Honolulu. Anaha, opening mid-2017, will include 317 residences and the first Merrimanʻs restaurant on O‘ahu. Aeʻo will complete construction in 2018; it will include 466 residences and O‘ahu’s flagship Whole Foods Market. Ke Kilohana is slated for completion in 2019, and the 424 home tower welcomes a flagship Longs Drugs to the neighborhood.
A fifth project, currently available for sale, is Gateway Towers on Ala Moana Boulevard that will bring the architecture of world-renowned architect Richard Meier to the Honolulu skyline.
The vision for Ward Village is consistent with the master plan approved by the Hawaiʻi Community Development Authority in 2009, which allows for up to 9.3 million square feet of mixed-use development, converting into more than 4,000 residences and over one million square feet of retail space.
About The Howard Hughes Corporation®
The Howard Hughes Corporation owns, manages and develops commercial, residential and mixed-use real estate throughout the U.S. Our properties include master planned communities, operating properties, development opportunities and other unique assets spanning 16 states from New York to Hawai‘i. The Howard Hughes Corporation is traded on the New York Stock Exchange as HHC with major offices in New York, Columbia, MD, Dallas, Houston, Las Vegas and Honolulu. For additional information about HHC, visit www.howardhughes.com or find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn.
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