09/22/2026
Our Kakaʻako may be celebrating 17 years, but the history of this place reaches much further back. 🧡
At Keawe Retail at Our Kaka‘ako, Puʻunui is a traditional place name for the area, meaning “large hill” or “large pile.” The name lives on today at The Flats at Puʻunui, a pet-friendly apartment community featuring a four-story glass mural by Native Hawaiian artist Solomon Enos. 🎨
Just steps away, Kalokoʻeli Courtyard is named after a prominent fishpond that once existed on the ma kai portion of the Puʻunui block. 🐟🐠
Look a little closer and you’ll also find the Hōkūleʻa Mālama Honua Mural, created in collaboration with the Polynesian Voyaging Society, Hōkūleʻa Crew members, 808 Urban, and the community. Inspired by stories shared by Hōkūleʻa crew members, the mural honors the waʻa and her Mālama Honua worldwide journey while sharing a message of caring for our oceans, islands, and one another. 🌊
This Hawaiian History Month, we’re taking time to learn more about the places, names, art, and history that give deeper meaning to Kakaʻako. 💫
🔗 Explore more of Our Kakaʻako’s history, places to live, and neighborhood stories at ourkakaako.com. Link in bio!