Decora International is being considered to restore the Queen Kapule mural at the historic Coco Palms Hotel on Kauai. While the $400,000,000 renovation, led by Reef Capital Partners, has sparked controversy due to the hotel’s location on sacred Hawaiian land, the restoration of Queen Kapule’s mural has become a key focal point.

 

Queen Kapule’s legacy of inclusivity to all peoples makes this mural not only artistically significant but culturally profound.

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Decora’s director, Christian Wolfe, having lived in Hawaii for over 22 years, has earned the trust of key Hawaiian spiritual leaders (kahunas) for consistently honoring Hawaiian traditions in all of his artworks and events during his time in the islands. His deep cultural sensitivity and Decora’s technical expertise have positioned them as a top choice for this restoration.

 

Wolfe and his team are widely supported for their ability to approach the mural with both artistic precision and cultural respect.  If the commission is solidified by 2025, Decora’s involvement will serve as a bridge between the developers and the Hawaiian community, ensuring that the project honors the site’s sacred legacy.