PROJECT SUMMARY: Uncle Paul’s Corner Store is a small retail shop located in Manoa Marketplace, offering merchandise that complements the Japanese restaurant next door. The owner aimed to preserve the charm of a traditional old Manoa-style home by creating a warm, inviting space that doubles as a small gathering area. 

The shop features an industrial aesthetic, incorporating the existing metal vault from the previous bank tenant, along with natural wood and concrete finishes. A variety of local plants add color to the space. The overall atmosphere is bright and vibrant, with a mix of cultural consignment products. The former bank vault has been repurposed as a private gathering room, offering a darker, more intimate setting.