Graphic Design

Honolulu Flag

The capital of Hawaii means "sheltered harbor" in ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi. From this definition, we nested two golden sails symbolizing commerce safely atop a stable green island.

Role

Graphic Designer

Objective

City Flag Design

Software

Illustrator, Photoshop

Role

Graphic Designer

Objective

City Flag Design

Software

Illustrator, Photoshop

Role

Graphic Designer

Objective

City Flag Design

Software

Illustrator, Photoshop

Role

Graphic Designer

Objective

City Flag Design

Software

Illustrator, Photoshop

A Tale of Two Flags

As a sovereign nation, Hawaii's national flag was designed to include the United Kingdom's Union Jack. This paid homage to the strategic alliance maintained by the two kingdoms. The more recent "Kānaka Maoli" flag centers on Native Hawaiian icons and colors, becoming a rallying symbol for indigenous activists.

A Tale of Two Flags

As a sovereign nation, Hawaii's national flag was designed to include the United Kingdom's Union Jack. This paid homage to the strategic alliance maintained by the two kingdoms. The more recent "Kānaka Maoli" flag centers on Native Hawaiian icons and colors, becoming a rallying symbol for indigenous activists.

Appreciation Not Appropriation

As a kamaʻāina-founded company, Amorphian deeply understands the impact of colonialism on native and indigenous communities around the world. Designing a city flag for Honolulu meant leveraging our knowledge of Hawaiian studies to avoid cultural appropriation. We aimed to design a flag to represent Honolulu's inclusivity while respecting the rich heritage of Kānaka Maoli.

Sketches: Feedback & Selection

During the sketching process, we draw freely when we put our thoughts on to paper. With robust research and in consultation with Kānaka Maoli colleagues, our designs resonate across the Pacific and beyond.

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© 2024 by Amorphian LLC

© 2024 by Amorphian LLC