February 10, 2013
One of the biggest mistakes businesspeople make is assuming that working from home will automatically result in a higher level of productivity. Unless you carefully construct your home office environment, you may find that working from home is less productive…
February 10, 2013
Have you ever considered composite decking but disregarded the idea because you felt like you didn’t know enough about it? Maybe you’ve wondered how composite decking is made? Or what kinds of materials make up composite decking? Although composite decking…
February 10, 2013
Just when you thought the gift giving, indulgent eating of the holidays was over, Valentine’s Day pops right up. If you’re like me, you’d rather get a sentimental card and a good meal than a gift. Then again, I’m not…
February 3, 2013
Atlas Construction Inc
Story By Bruce Kim Atlas Construction is a design-build contractor that makes the process of building a home an enjoyable one-stop shop experience for customers. Advertisement We are a locally owned family business that spans four generations. We believe in…
February 3, 2013
E&K Electric
E&K Electric’s success has been largely due to its affordable pricing for quality workmanship. Owner Richard Kim has been providing customers with great service and affordable pricing since 1992. His focus — to provide quality service to each and every…
February 3, 2013
Sure, kitchen and bath renovations get all the glamour and credit for offering high returns on your investment when it’s time to sell your home. But a host of other, often-overlooked improvements can also offer great ROI — while completely…
February 3, 2013
D's Plumbing
“Another year … another year older” is a statement that we hear so often. As we get older, we all face different challenges in life. It could be the simple things in life like stepping over a bath tub or…
February 3, 2013
DH Squared Construction
Remodeling one’s kitchen or bathroom can be the perfect step necessary for making a dream home become reality. However, the process of planning and waiting for those dreams to become reality, while also dealing with unexpected alterations and hiccups along…
February 3, 2013
Pacific Islands Construction
Pacific Islands Construction believes there are many issues about the solar industry that consumers should understand before or after they make an investment in a photovoltaic system. The following information is provided to help educate the consumer: The consolidation of…
February 3, 2013
EnergyPro Hawaii
For those of you who did not get a chance to install your photovoltaic (PV) system in 2012, EnergyPro Hawaii hopes that you will choose to do so this year. We are currently promoting the best PV loan in town,…
February 3, 2013
Kahala Floors
Kahala Pacific Floors has one main mission: to be Hawaii’s best flooring company. Each product the company sells and each service it performs are in line with this simple goal. But in reality, it’s not that simple. Company president Shirley…
February 3, 2013
Homeworks Construction
This is part one of a two-part series It’s a typical Kaimuki scenario — the old home had served several generations of the same family, but now it was time to renovate, rebuild or move to a new home with…
February 3, 2013
Lanaiscapes
There’s more to your home to admire than just the beautiful and functional architectural structure; planning your outdoor space and landscape is a sure way to transform your home from looking good to looking beautiful. A great plan balances aesthetics…
February 3, 2013
Alternate Energy Inc
Are you confused by rumors and misinformation about the changes to the state solar tax credit? Alternate Energy was the 2012 No. 1 residential solar contractor in the state. The company has been installing solar systems for Hawaii families for…
February 3, 2013
If you want to be bold, decorate in red. But just make sure you do it in small doses Mi amore, the month of love is finally here! And you know what that means — red roses, boxes of chocolate…
February 3, 2013
What your home is worth to you is one thing; what it’s worth to someone else may be totally different. If you want to boost the value of your home for yourself and in the eyes of others, one of…
February 3, 2013
By applying the most basic of feng shui principles, you can turn your home or office space into a balanced, harmonious retreat QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Do you have any “before and after” pictures of a home that you have…
February 3, 2013
While you may not know the term “nowism,” you more than likely live it. With our fast-paced lives, this term describes the trend of the consumer’s need for instant gratification. We want fast service, fast answers and fast results. And,…
February 3, 2013
The Building Industry Association of Hawaii (BIA-Hawaii) will present the 28th annual BIA Renaissance Building & Remodeling Awards show May 8 during the Gala Awards dinner at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel. This premier statewide competition is open to all residential…