Hawaii State Capitol, Oahu

Called Hawaiian international architecture, the Hawaii State Capitol is an American adaptation of the Bauhaus style. Unlike other state capitols that are modeled after the U.S. Capitol, Hawaii’s capitol architectural features symbolize various natural aspects of Hawaii. For example, the whole building is surrounded by a reflecting pool, which symbolizes the Pacific Ocean. Also, the two legislative chambers are cone-shaped, representing the volcanoes that formed the Hawaiian Islands. The columns around the building’s perimeter have coconut tree shapes. And the building was constructed in an open-air design, allowing sun, rain and wind to enter.

From the time the building was completed in 1969, the pool surrounding it has had an algae growth problem. The main reason is that brackish water from nearby wells feed the pool. The state has tried to remedy the problem by placing tilapia into the pool and installing an ozone treatment system. Some say that the algae growth has come to symbolize the pollution of the Pacific Ocean.

Hawaii State Capitol in Bullet Points

• Hawaii State Capitol opened on March 15, 1969
• Hawaii State Legislature convenes in the building
• Hawaii State Capitol is an American adaptation of the Bauhaus style, its architectural features symbolize various natural aspects of Hawaii

Hawaii State Capitol Location

Address: 415 South Beretania Street, Hawaii 96813

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Location: Honolulu, HI, US Wind: 21 mph NE Humidity: 51% Visibility: 0.1 mi Pressure: 29.98 in falling Sunrise: 6:45 am Sunset: 5:48 pm

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