Honolulu's novel convention center ...

Honolulu's novel convention center takes its design hints from its tropical setting

The Hawaiian Island of Oahu has lengthy been known as "The Gathering Place." That is also an apt description for the of the present day Hawaii Convention Center in Honolulu.

The 11 million-sq.-ft, facility takes its design suggestions from its surroundings. Rooftop fabric sails are a metaphor for the mountains. Water features, including a 70-ft waterfall in the lobby/registration area, were inspired through Hawaii's streams and the Pacific Ocean. knife "tree" columns in the lobby/reception area are