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ʻŌlauniu at Kapālama Kai is a transformative redevelopment project of the former Dillingham Plaza with a continued commitment to creating a vibrant indigenous Hawaiian gathering space. The center will feature retail, dining, gathering areas, and office space that foster community, collaboration, and culture as a catalyst for the Kapālama Kai neighborhood and beyond. ʻŌlauniu is a catalytic project for Kapālama Kai—one that reflects our unique placekeeping approach and contributes to our vision of this area as a community of innovation.

Construction will be phased, with the full project set to open in 2027. Foodland, Office Depot, and Hele Gas will remain open at this time, with ample parking available.

Emphasizing sustainability, the project will reuse and renovate four existing buildings across nine acres, encompassing 174,270 square feet of space, alongside new retail development along Dillingham Boulevard.

Costco Gas at ʻŌlauniu is more than a fueling station. It’s part of a larger revitalization that will make Kapālama Kai a hub of connectivity and opportunity and will integrate efficient traffic design and improved circulation.

Costco Gas has shared that it plans to design strategic and efficient entry and exit ways to ensure uninterrupted traffic flow along Dillingham Boulevard and Colburn Street in coordination with the City and County of Honolulu. Additionally, part of our work at ʻŌlauniu includes creating enhanced parking, new bike racks, and improved pedestrian circulation. These improvements will complement the combined multi-modal experience brought by HART’s transit-oriented focus.

Demolition and preparation of the property is currently underway and began in October 2025.  Together, we plan to connect with the community during the permitting process and will share more updates as the project progresses. 

We are grateful to Office Depot for their long-standing partnership and service in the Kapālama Kai community. Office Depot has decided to consolidate their operations in Hawaiʻi to another location, and this transition aligns with the next phase of construction for ʻŌlauniu. Kamehameha Schools continues upgrading this important property with a focus on placekeeping and merchandising toward the vision of ʻŌlauniu as a revitalized indigenous community gathering space.

Kamehameha Schools’ lease with Office Depot will conclude on March 30, 2026, as we begin the next phase of construction for ʻŌlauniu. 

Kamehameha Schools is actively engaging with a range of local, national, entrepreneurial, and established retailers for ʻŌlauniu, the transformative redevelopment of Dillingham Plaza in Kapālama Kai. While it is premature to discuss potential tenants, we are seeking businesses that meet the needs of the Kapālama Kai community, reflect the unique culture and character of this neighborhood and support our long-term vision for Kapālama Kai as a community of innovation.