The Land Guides Olowalu's Design Olowalu Talk Story was a community-based Planning Process. It began with a blank slate, there was no pre-determined plan. As planning for the proposed community began, the design team learned about existing land conditions, natural resources, archaeological and historic sites, drainage patterns, climate, scenic resources, and other critical components. This information was then used as a framework for town planning. Long-time families of Olowalu and some of Maui's most respected cultural and professional experts provided our Lead Architect and Planner, Andrés Duany, and his design team with invaluable information related to Maui's small town communities, natural environment, and cultural history. This information helped the design team appreciate and recognize the significance of Olowalu.

Geographic Boundaries
The steep valleys and slopes surround-ing Olowalu serve as natural boundaries and help establish the size and scale of the community. The project site is situated at the foothills of the West Maui Mountains. The 620 acre project site is approximately 12% of the over 5,000 acre Olowalu Ahupua'a.

Natural Resources
The design of Olowalu Town requires careful consideration of existing natural resources: the Olowalu Stream, a healthy shoreline ecosystem, abundant ocean resources, and recreational sites for surfing, fishing, diving, and snorkeling.

Historical and Cultural Resources
Olowalu area contains many significant archaeological sites and historical features including Ka‘iwaloa (Kawailoa) heiau, Awalua Cemetery, historic burials, Pu‘u Kilea, petroglyphs, Kapaiki Village, the historic Olowalu Church, the Olowalu General Store, Olowalu Wharf, and the old Olowalu Sugar Mill. The preservation, enhancement, and protection of these sites and features shall be incorporated into the community design.

Cultural Reserve
The current Olowalu Cultural Reserve is approximately 75 acres. Plans include expanding the Cultural Reserve to increase mauka to makai access and enhance educational opportunities.

	12% of Olowalu Ahupua‘a The 620 acre Olowalu Town project site area is approximately 12% of the complete Olowalu ahupua‘a.