Kuhao Zane

Kuhao Zane, Creative Director of Sig Zane Designs and SZKaiao comes from a generational Hula family practice that grounds and informs his day to day career.

Zane, has worked with his father, company founder Sig Zane for the past 21 years, from sweeping sidewalks to opening two Oahu locations, Sig On Smith and Kaiao_Space. With his design studio SZKaiao, Kuhao employs their unique approach that blends cultural values with design. Their work with both local and international clients range from branding, art installations, airplane liveries and architectural way-finding.

Currently, Kuhao also serves as the president of Edith Kanakaole Foundation, a non-profit that employs his families generational cultural insight through curriculum development, site restoration, consulting and publishing. Kuhao weaves this range of sectors and interests together as a platform to serve his community.