The Tikiyaki Polynesian Village was constructed at great cost on the golden sands of Waikiki Beach. The well known architectural firm of Dewy, Chetham & Howe was contracted to draw up the plans and build the tropical destination. All the interiors were contracted to be designed by I.M. Bland-one of Hawaii's greatest interior designers. I.M. Bland chose the decore of the Shanghai International Trading Company (ShITCO) as the outfitter for the well appointed room. ShITCO was chosen for its hand made Island look featuring carved furniture made of real Polynesian driftwood and other found artifacts.

Workers erecting the walls on the fourth story. The floor for the up-scale restaurant "Chateau Leilani" can be seen to the right. Diners will have unobstructed views of Waikiki beach and Diamond Head while dining on the finest French Polynesian fusion cuisine.

Artist's rendering of the Jungle Jetsetter Lounge, version 1.
Rendering courtesy I.M. Bland and ShITCO.

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The soaring A-frame lobby, seen here under construction. Guests will enter the air conditioned lobby and pass by a giant hand-carved tiki. The enormous buttresses used as the ribs of the lobby's A-frame are made out of the last of the Hawaiian Pukka trees. These trees render the hardest wood that is able to withstand the wet and hot climate of Waikiki (left). Photos courtesy of Dewy, Chetham & Howe, LLC.

The beginnings of the magnificent lobby's A-Frame. Note that none of the grounds have been improved as of this photo. The mermaid moat can be seen under construction, snaking around the lobby area.
Photos courtesy of Dewy, Chetham & Howe, LLC.

The Tikiyaki Polynesian Village would like to aknowledge the fine craftsmen and artisans that helped to make this destination possible. Aloha, Babies!!

Michael Uhlenkott
Michael Uhlenkott is an artist, musician, surfer and traveler. In the late '70s he was part of the early LA punk scene and a member of the art collective World Imitation and the band Monitor. Since then he has continued his development as an artist. Michael designed the tapa pattern used on this site and the "Aloha, Baby"! Album cover.
Muhlenkott's Fabric Shop @ Spoonflower

Chris Bonomo
Escape, Unplug, Decompress, or Do you want more than that? Want to get lost? Chris Bonomo produces a travel adventure webseries called "Lost In Paradise". The show explores events, festivals, bands, artists and cultures that beat the drum of the Aloha spirit. "Lost In Paradise" has captured "The Tikiyaki Orchestra" at "Tiki Oasis", "Tiki Caliente" and at "The Hukilau". Be sure to check out past episodes and look for future expeditions coming out soon: Lost In Paradise.

Meduserina Marina
Specializing in unique retro-aquatic pool and underwater dance performances~ Polynesian Pop, Middle Eastern, Asian flavored swim and stunt dances, with touches of vaudeville and stage theatre. MeduSirena performances are a unique and memorable experience. Official Web Site.

Kari Hendler
Kari Hendler is a photographer, television script supervisor and one of the longtime writers for Tiki Magazine. Karihendler.com

 

Buzzy

Buzzy is a tiki carver from San Diego, and is currently living and working in seclusion somewhere in the vast California desert.

sandiegotikifactory.com

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