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Hale Halawai Hip Alternate and Dimensions

Hip roof alternate framing schematic for Hale Halawai with dimensions table showing minimum member sizes for structures from 12x20 to 30x60 feet

The Hale Halawai dimensions table from HAR Chapter 15-110 specifies minimum member sizes for traditional Hawaiian gathering halls. The thesis references these specifications in the development of the 26x26-foot module, noting that “traditional Hawaiian construction at the scale of Hale Halawai (up to 30’ x 60’) required multiple intermediate posts; the module uses mass timber to achieve the 26-foot clear span with corner posts alone.” Source: Hawaii Administrative Rules, Chapter 15-110.