Perfect Finishes at Fendi Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center

Dickinson Cameron oversaw the 3,790 square feet Fendi two-story Tenant Improvement (TI) project located in Honolulu, Hawaii. The scope of work included preparing structural elements for exterior façade radius windows and crafting an interior grand stairwell. A distinctive knife-edge cove ceiling, with recessed track lights and mono-point spotlights, was constructed and metal stud drywall framing was precisely built to accept Fendi’s finishes. Flooring featured Patagonia stone and resin-poured finishes on the first and second floors.

The project introduced an entirely new concept for Fendi, featuring stone palm panels and arch windows on the exterior two-story façade. The interior design incorporated bamboo wall covering, stainless steel shelving, and plaster walls behind millwork shelving. A unique steel stair carriage wrapped in wood treads and glass guard railings added a distinctive touch to the overall aesthetic.

The primary challenge revolved around coordinating and scheduling four different Italian millwork companies. This included staging their tools and materials, as well as accepting, offloading, and uncrating their materials. The complexity was further heightened by the need to seamlessly integrate the white box finishes with the distinctive Fendi finishes throughout the space.

DCC’s accurate and complete proposal, coupled with a deep understanding of the project’s proposed finished product, set the stage for a successful project. Their expertise, showcased as a leading General Contractor on the Royal Hawaiian approved contractors list, proved invaluable, having previously constructed the existing Fendi at the Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center.

Key Team Members:

• Paola Peguero was recognized for her resilience and patience in managing client and architect interactions, overseeing Hawaii subcontractors remotely from New York.
• Stephen Wagner played a crucial role in keeping the site operational despite facing challenging design obstacles.
• Michael Von Weigandt joined in the last two weeks, bringing dedication akin to a closer during the crunch time.
• Denice Pena was acknowledged for her persistent and fortitudinous approach, maintaining a positive attitude throughout.
• ACE Tile demonstrated expertise and professionalism in ensuring perfection in every aspect of the project.
• Special recognition was given to Space Architects Silvia Manca and Anita K for collaborating to achieve a rare and beautiful finish from a design concept with multiple layers.
• Lisar, the Italian millwork company, was praised for their commitment to staying the course and working collaboratively to deliver an exceptional finished product.