34 Families. 11 Months. One powerful partnership.
Location: Maui Lani, Maui Hawaii, the Maui 34 Project
Completed: April 2025
Homes Delivered: 34 Permanent Modular Steel Homes, “The Shoal”
Architect and Engineer: EV Studio: Integrated Architecture and Engineering
Project Overview
Following the devastating wildfires that swept through Lahaina in August 2023, thousands of residents were displaced and left without permanent housing. SteelGenix partnered with the Hawaiian Council to deliver 34 modular steel homes, “The Shoal,” designed for long-term resilience, comfort, and cultural relevance.
This project was completed in just eleven months and represents a new model for disaster recovery, one that prioritizes speed, sustainability, and community needs.
Design & Construction Highlights
Each home was built using SteelGenix’s modular steel-framed system, optimized for Hawaii’s tropical climate and the realities of post-disaster reconstruction. Key features include:
Thermally efficient building envelope utilizing steel and Insulated Metal Panels
Airtight, moisture free, termite free, mold-resistant construction
Spacious interiors with great volume and natural light
Efficient Floor Plans designed for families with private bedrooms and living spaces
High-end finishes
The homes were tailored to reflect Hawaiian modern culture and lifestyle, ensuring that each home felt like home.
Community Impact
By invoking the Emergency Proclamation Act, the Hawaiian Council was able to fast-track approvals and bypass delays that often hinder recovery efforts. Families who had spent months in shelters, tents, or hotel rooms were able to move into “The Shoal” in late 2024 and early 2025.
SteelGenix worked closely with local NGOs, state and county agencies, and community leaders to ensure the project met both immediate and long-term needs.
Beyond Construction
SteelGenix continues to support the Lahaina community through ongoing collaboration with the Hawaiian Council. Together, they are building a replicable model for sustainable disaster recovery that’s locally responsive, environmentally responsible, and built to last.