Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Architectural Partner in Honolulu
Home Planning Hawaii has served homeowners on Oahu since 1920, providing expert architectural guidance and practical solutions for residential projects. Our team connects clients with licensed architects who understand local building codes, climate considerations, and design challenges unique to Hawaii's islands. We specialize in custom home design, remodeling, ADU development, and permit process navigation, combining decades of industry experience with a commitment to client education.Our interactive cost estimator tool delivers instant project budget ranges 24/7, empowering homeowners to make informed decisions before engaging professional services. With deep knowledge of Honolulu's zoning regulations and construction standards, we help transform architectural visions into buildable, code-compliant realities while maintaining transparent communication throughout every project phase.
Services
Custom Home Design
ADU Development
Architectural Consultation
Drafting Services
Permit Assistance
Details
- Year established: 1920
Highlights and features
- We offer 100+ years of combined architectural experience serving Oahu homeowners
- Our team provides instant 24/7 project cost estimates with no obligation
- We connect clients with local architects who understand Hawaii's building codes
- We offer comprehensive services from initial design to final permitting
- Our process includes personalized architectural consultations for every project
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Services
Custom Home Design
We create bespoke residential designs tailored to Oahu's unique environment. Our architects develop site-specific plans that optimize natural light, ventilation, and lot configuration while meeting all local building codes. From luxury estates to practical family homes, we transform client visions into buildable blueprints with detailed material specifications and construction documentation.
ADU Development
Our team specializes in designing code-compliant ADUs that maximize property value and living space. We handle all aspects from initial concept through permitting, ensuring compliance with Honolulu's specific regulations regarding size, placement, and utility connections. Our solutions include both detached units and conversions of existing structures like garages.
Architectural Consultation
We provide expert advice for homeowners at any project stage. Services include feasibility assessments, budget planning, and material selection guidance. Our consultants help navigate zoning restrictions, recommend appropriate design approaches, and offer second opinions on existing plans to ensure successful project outcomes.
Drafting Services
Our drafting team produces precise, DPP-compliant construction documents. We convert conceptual designs into detailed blueprints for permitting and construction, including floor plans, elevations, and structural details. We also offer CAD conversion of legacy plans and documentation for unpermitted work legalization.
Permit Assistance
We streamline the permitting process for residential projects. Our experts prepare complete submittal packages, coordinate third-party reviews, and facilitate communication with Honolulu's Department of Planning and Permitting. We specialize in expediting approvals through our deep understanding of local building codes and regulatory requirements.
People
Patrick Smith
CEO
Patrick Smith leads Home Planning Hawaii with over 30 years of architectural industry experience. He specializes in connecting homeowners with appropriate design professionals and streamlining complex permitting processes. Under his leadership, the company has maintained its reputation for reliable architectural guidance since 1920.
Questions
Do I need an architect for my home project?
For structural changes, additions, or new construction, architectural plans are required. We help determine appropriate professional involvement based on project scope.
How accurate are your instant estimates?
Estimates use current local construction data to provide realistic budget ranges, though they're not fixed quotes. Accuracy improves with detailed project information.
Will someone follow up after using the estimator?
Yes, if requested. Local architects provide personalized guidance to explain estimates and discuss next steps when you choose to connect.
How do you handle Honolulu's permit process?
We connect clients with experienced professionals who navigate DPP requirements, including third-party reviews that expedite approvals while maintaining design integrity.
Can you help with difficult lot designs?
Our architects specialize in challenging sites across Oahu, creating solutions for sloped terrain, narrow lots, and coastal environments while maximizing buildable space.
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