These 15 Pieces of Architectural Brilliance In Hawaii Could WOW Anyone

Between serene Hawaiian beaches and the marvelous mountains lie cities, towns, and villages. And in those cities, we find wonderful and brilliant architecture. Here are fifteen examples of the best architecture in Hawaii.

1. This rainbow over the brilliant Honolulu skyline is the true definition of perfection.

2. This unique Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa hotel in Honolulu was captured at a killer angle.

3. Wouldn't you love to see a show in this theatre in Wailuku, Maui?! The Spanish Mission-style IAO Theater was first opened in 1928.

4. The Aloha Tower is an Oahu icon and one of the most famous man-made wonders in Hawaii.

5. The Shipman House of Hilo is a historic mansion that once belonged to William Herbert Shipman and is on the National Register of Historic Places.

6. In Honolulu, the Hawaii State Capitol building is rather remarkable.

7. Built in 1912, the S. Hata Building was one of the first in the Hilo area to be constructed from reinforced concrete, instead of wood.

8. The mural on the side of the iconic Rainbow Tower in Waikiki building is made with ceramic tiles, creating quite a unique work of art.

9. Honolulu Hale (City Hall) was constructed in 1929, in a Spanish Mission Revival style, which was popular at the time.

10. The Kauai Soto Zen Temple Zenshuji is a historic Buddhist temple located in Hanapepe.

11. What kind of art do you think is housed in this Makawao, Maui gallery? This town is known to have a thriving arts scene.

12. Iolani Palace, one of the most famous Hawaii landmarks, was restored and opened to the public in 1978 as a museum. It was once the royal residence of the Kingdom of Hawaii.

13. Built in 1932, this art deco Kress Building, located in Hilo, is the only Kress structure left in the nation.

14. The Wo Fat Building, located in Honolulu’s Chinatown Historic District, is on the National Register of Historic Places.

15. Located in Kaneohe, the Byodo-In Temple is an exact replica of a Japanese temple.

There is no way to showcase all of the Aloha State’s gorgeous architecture. We would love it if you could share your photos of what you consider to be the best architecture in Hawaii in the comments.