Business Details
13 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architectural Design Partner in Honolulu
Prowork Pacific is a Honolulu-based architecture firm established in 2013, dedicated to strategic lifestyle planning and design. Our expertise spans mid to high-end residential, small commercial, and retail projects, with a focus on architectural design, interior design, and sustainable solutions. As certified Third-Party Reviewers for the Department of Planning & Permitting Honolulu, we expedite building permits for homeowners, contractors, and engineers. Our team combines diverse skills with relationship-driven service, ensuring projects evolve through collaborative dialogue. Principal Jimmy Wu, with over 20 years of experience and 600+ completed projects, specializes in luxury home design and 3D modeling, earning accolades like the 2016 BIA Hawaii Renaissance Award of Merit.We prioritize functional, safe, and aesthetically pleasing spaces, reflecting clients' unique needs while adhering to rigorous industry standards. Our commitment to quality extends to affordable housing initiatives like Honolulu Bill 7, demonstrating our dedication to community development. By integrating modern and tropical contemporary styles, we transform concepts into award-winning realities. Our process emphasizes transparency, client engagement, and efficient project execution, ensuring satisfaction from consultation to completion.
Services
Architectural Design
Luxury Home Design
Commercial Design
Interior Design
Permitting Services
Affordable Housing
Office Design
Retail Design
Sustainable Design
Third-Party Review
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We are certified Third-Party Reviewers, expediting building permits in Honolulu.
- Our team has completed 600+ residential and commercial projects since 2013.
- Principal Jimmy Wu specializes in luxury home design with award-winning expertise.
- We integrate sustainable design practices into every project.
- Our collaborative approach ensures tailored solutions for each client's unique needs.
Associations and certifications
- LEED AP
- Third-Party Reviewer (Department of Planning & Permitting Honolulu)
Services
Architectural Design
We create custom architectural designs for luxury homes, commercial spaces, and retail environments. Our process combines modern and tropical contemporary styles with functional planning to meet client needs. With expertise in 3D modeling and over 20 years of experience, we deliver award-winning structures that align with zoning regulations and aesthetic goals.
Permitting Services
Our certified Third-Party Reviewers expedite building permits for residential and commercial projects. We handle applications for single-family dwellings, accessory dwelling units, and renovations. This service reduces wait times and ensures compliance with Honolulu's Department of Planning & Permitting requirements.
Interior Design
We design functional, safe, and aesthetically pleasing interiors tailored to client preferences. Our approach integrates current design trends with practical layouts for homes and offices. From concept to execution, we ensure spaces reflect the client's lifestyle or brand identity.
Affordable Housing
We assist with Honolulu Bill 7 initiatives to develop affordable rental units on small properties. Our services include navigating zoning waivers, tax incentives, and permit processes. We help property owners maximize incentives while meeting regulatory standards for sustainable housing solutions.
Third-Party Review
As certified reviewers, we assess building plans to ensure code compliance and expedite approvals. This service applies to residential and commercial projects, reducing delays and costs. Our expertise in Honolulu's regulations ensures efficient permitting for homeowners and contractors.
People
Jimmy Wu
Principal Architect
Jimmy Wu, LEED AP, has over 20 years of experience in architecture with 600+ completed projects. He specializes in luxury home design and 3D modeling, earning awards from AIA Honolulu and the Building Industry Association of Hawaii. He has led Prowork Pacific since 2013.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide luxury home design, commercial/retail projects, interior design, and Third-Party Review services for building permits.
Are you certified for Honolulu permitting?
Yes, we are certified Third-Party Reviewers for Honolulu's Department of Planning & Permitting, expediting residential and commercial permits.
How does your permitting process work?
We review plans for code compliance, submit applications, and coordinate with authorities to reduce approval times for single-family homes, ADUs, and renovations.
What is Honolulu Bill 7?
Bill 7 incentivizes affordable rental units on small properties through zoning waivers and tax breaks. We help clients navigate this program.
Can you design sustainable buildings?
Yes, we integrate sustainable design practices into all projects, including energy-efficient layouts and eco-friendly materials.
How do you handle client collaboration?
We prioritize open dialogue, tailored solutions, and comprehensive reviews to ensure projects meet each client's unique needs and goals.
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Reviews (5)
Narika Murakami
Jan 19, 2022
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Our contractor referred us to Prowork Pacific for our new house project.
Prowork team assist us from design to obtain building permit. The design is super beautiful and the permit process is very smooth and fast. I and my husband are very happy to it. All my friends visiting my house now are amazed to the design.
Prowork team assist us from design to obtain building permit. The design is super beautiful and the permit process is very smooth and fast. I and my husband are very happy to it. All my friends visiting my house now are amazed to the design.
Joselyn Yamamoto
Jan 15, 2022
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Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness
Prowork help me to get my new kitchen and bathroom renovation building permit so quick. Their staff are very professional and responsive. They follow up my project to DPP closely and they definitely are the people know what they can do and what to do for client. Good people to work with.
Prowork help me to get my new kitchen and bathroom renovation building permit so quick. Their staff are very professional and responsive. They follow up my project to DPP closely and they definitely are the people know what they can do and what to do for client. Good people to work with.
Jonathan Watanabe
Jan 02, 2022
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We have Prowork to help on our restaurant design and permitting. Jimmy and his team provide awesome, professional service on the design idea and permit expediting. Prowork has assisted me throughout the whole process from design and permitting smoothly and quickly. If any business owner understand what time is of the essence, Prowork is definitely the choice.
Ryan Kaneshiro
Dec 20, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Get another friend refer Jimmy to help expedite my design project. Wow, Jimmy and his staff are amazing. Fast response, sharp review comments, whole permit process is just so smooth and they get my project permit issued in a month. Both my client and I are super happy. Highly recommend Prowork Pacific Inc for Third Party Review.
Get another friend refer Jimmy to help expedite my design project. Wow, Jimmy and his staff are amazing. Fast response, sharp review comments, whole permit process is just so smooth and they get my project permit issued in a month. Both my client and I are super happy. Highly recommend Prowork Pacific Inc for Third Party Review.
Jackie Chan
Nov 30, 2020
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Jimmy and his staff were so fast in getting out permit routed and issue. His team was very professional and they were one of the best architectural firm that we have worked with. His pricing was competative but his service and responsiveness is superior to others. Highly recommended if you want your drawings done right and your permit issue in a timely manner at a reasonable cost.
