We Build Solutions for Hawaiʻi’s Housing Needs

At Pa’a Prefab, we create flat-packed, steel-framed modular studios that are simple to assemble and built to last. Whether you’re adding extra space, a guest unit, a farm shelter, or even a starter home, our prefab kits make building easy and affordable.

Our Founder

Rooted in Hawaiʻi, Inspired by the World

Brian Akaka, founder of Pa’a Prefab, was born in Hilo and raised with a deep connection to Hawaiʻi’s people, culture, and community. His journey has taken him far beyond the islands, living and traveling abroad, especially throughout Asia — where he experienced innovative building methods and practical, affordable housing solutions.

Those experiences planted the seed for Pa’a Prefab: a company dedicated to bringing cost-effective, high-quality construction practices to Hawaiʻi. By blending global innovation with local values, Brian set out to create spaces and studios that are affordable, efficient, and built to last.

For Brian, this isn’t just about building structures, it’s about strengthening community and offering solutions that help Hawaiʻi thrive. Pa’a means strong, solid, and enduring, a reflection of both the homes we build and the values that guide us.

Our Mission

Our mission is to build durable, dependable prefab studio kits that work with the land — not against it. At Pa’a Prefab, we deliver lasting value you can trust, creating strong, weather-ready spaces for Hawaiʻi families, farmers, and communities to thrive for generations.

Our Values

Pono We do what’s right for our community, always acting with integrity and care.

Pa’a | We stand solid , We build strong, reliable homes that stand firm through time and weather — grounded in trust, built for the land, and made to last

Aloha | We show respect and genuine care for every customer, treating each project like it’s for our own ʻohana.

Built for the Islands

We know Hawaiʻi. That’s why every kit is designed to work with the land built to withstand island weather, reach remote locations, and assemble with ease. With Pa‘a Prefab, durable, affordable structures are no longer out of reach, they’re here and ready for your next build.