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Professor
Office: SoA 301M
Phone: (808) 956-6833
Fax: (808) 956-7778
E-mail: dwgoo@hawaii.edu
Area of Specialty: Practice, management
Donald Goo is Professor and Director of the Practicum Studio of the Architectural Doctorate degree at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. This Studio is one of the cornerstones of this newly accredited program for architectural education that focuses on the integration of education and practice.
He is also a Senior Vice President of Wimberly Allison Tong & Goo, a leading consulting firm specializing in the field of hospitality, leisure and entertainment. Donald Goo serves as Advisor for major new resorts and has extensive experience in the renovation and remodeling of existing properties. His expertise in programming, scheduling and budgeting is reflected in projects, representing some of the world‚s major resort and convention centers. Donald Goo received his B. Arch. from the University of Illinois. He joined the firm in 1959, and was President and Chief Executive Officer before becoming Chairman. He is licensed in California, Florida, Guam, Hawaii, and Texas. Donald Goo is a member of the AIA, College of Fellows (FAIA). He is affiliated with the University of Hawaii School of Travel Industry Management; City and County of Honolulu Commission on Culture and the Arts; and the Pacific Basin Economic Council. Donald Goo has been an ULI member since 1981, having served previously on the Hotel Council, Recreational Development Council and Urban Development/Mixed Use Council and is currently serving another term on the Recreation Development Council. A frequent speaker and prolific writer, Donald Goo was bestowed the title of "Honorary Professor" by the Shanghai Institute of Tourism. He has authored papers and delivered presentations on a wide range of subjects including: "Urban Resort Development", "The Honolulu Waterfront - A Reawakening", Revitalizing Resorts", "Design of Future Resorts", and "The Automobile and China's Culture."
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