HOW IT WAS MADE: “KAI” – CPB’S MUST SEE WORK OF ART

HONOLULU, HI | April 13, 2021 – Central Pacific Bank’s statement art piece entitled, Kai nuʻu o Kanaloa, or “Kai” for short, is the feature of a new short-film debuting online at cpb.bank/Kai. The film takes viewers on a journey from conceptualization, creation, and installation of Kai – a process which brought together talent from around the world and throughout Hawaii.

Kai was commissioned by CPB in 2020 and was unveiled earlier this year as part of the transformation of CPB’s headquarters and flagship main branch in Downtown Honolulu. It was created by Espadaysantacruz Studio in partnership with Phenomenon and installed by 1st Ave Machine and Hana Productions. Capturing the essence of rolling surf through motion and sound, the kinetic sculpture invites guests into CPB’s new community space. Measuring 16 feet high by 28 feet wide, Kai is a one-of-a-kind public work of art that any art connoisseur must experience first-hand.

“We’re excited that Kai is quickly becoming an icon for Downtown Honolulu, and CPB. It’s recognized for its beautifully crafted structure and design, but I think what will be surprising in our film is how technologically advanced it is,” shared Kevin Dahlstrom, CPB’s Chief Marketing Officer. “Kai is uniquely expressive of our digital future, and we share more about how we built it, marrying creativity, craftsmanship, and innovation.”

CPB’s short-film, debuts online at cpb.bank/Kai.