March 30, 2014
Alternate Energy Inc
It’s all over the news: Tens of thousands of Hawaii families have made — and are still making — the switch to solar PV, getting their energy for free from the sun instead of from pricey fossil fuels. Alternate Energy…
March 30, 2014
Big Rock Hawaii
A well designed landscape enhances the natural location and adds that little something that makes the area distinctive. Many people are now living in condos with a bare lanai, and no garden. But don’t worry! There is a company here…
March 30, 2014
It’s not necessary to use harsh chemicals and toxins to achieve a cleaner, fresh-smelling home this spring. Homemade cleaning products and earth-friendly tactics can help you clean green. Here are green cleaning ideas and a supplies list that will make…
March 30, 2014
Granicrete Hawaii
Don’t cover your concrete with other materials that will eventually require replacement. Work with what you have. No other surface can resist chipping, discoloring, warping and staining like a concrete floor can. Simply infuse your concrete with character using Granicrete…
March 30, 2014
If you’re tired of looking at your outdated kitchen, but feel replacement would be impractical, you’re not alone. Check out these DIY remodeling trends for simple and unique ways to refresh the most used rooms in the home. Mini-makeover kits…
March 30, 2014
Lanaiscapes
Barbecuing may be at the heart of outdoor cooking, but it is just a small part of what you can do with an outdoor kitchen. Once a popular trend, outdoor kitchens are coming back into style, especially in Hawaii, where…
March 30, 2014
Give your home an energy shot this spring with bright colors and bold patterns. “Patterns are hot, hot, hot,” said Cathie Pliess, program coordinator of design for The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale and a certified interior designer. “Look for…
March 30, 2014
While expanding a backyard space is a top renovation project for homeowners and renters alike, it does not have to induce a state of stress. With a few simple tips, you can create an outdoor space that adds value and…
March 30, 2014
Spring is in the air, so it’s time to give your home an exterior makeover and add curb appeal. A few simple tricks can help boost your home’s profile, and ensure visitors get a good first impression when they arrive…
March 30, 2014
Hawaii Central Federal Credit Union
If you are a homeowner planning to remodel, don’t forget that the equity you have in your home could be your best source of financing. Plus, Hawaii Central Federal Credit Union (HCFCU) has just dropped its Home Equity Line of…
March 30, 2014
Empty spaces. Awkward places. Here’s how to take charge of design-challenged rooms and transform them into invaluable parts of your home Last year, I was asked to decorate a dining room and kitchen for a family of five who had…
March 30, 2014
Spring is in the air, which means it’s time to refresh your indoor spaces. The top home decor trends of spring 2014 take a fresh approach to traditional design elements to create an aesthetic that is fresh and full of…
March 30, 2014
We’ve all had them — the people next door who can’t seem to respect our space. Try these proactive approaches to give your home energetic boundaries QUESTION OF THE WEEK: I have neighbor challenges and don’t know what to do.…
March 30, 2014
Pacific Islands Window Treatments
Pacific Islands Window Treatments is a full service company that is both a general contractor and window treatment installer. The company has partnered with Hunter Douglas window treatments because of Hunter Douglas’s quality products and long lasting solutions. Hunter Douglas…
March 30, 2014
As we begin to confront our need to increase the supply of housing across the state, the traditional development models of master-planned communities are being reassessed for a number of reasons. Primarily, the counties have adopted “urban growth boundaries” as…
March 30, 2014
Servco Home & Appliance
When someone talks about a refrigerator, most people think of that big box in the middle of the kitchen. It may be a side-by-side or a bottom freezer, but whatever it is, it takes up a lot of space and…
March 30, 2014
Spring is the perfect time to think green. For some it’s spurred by the coming of Earth Day, others are motivated by the desire to save a little green in their wallets with a fresh new season of home repairs.…
March 30, 2014
Deep Purple Painting
For three decades, Jimmy Suh has assisted homeowners with a wide range of painting projects, from sprucing up interior spaces to adding desired curb appeal, all by enhancing paint patterns and color schemes on a structure’s exterior. Suh and the…
March 30, 2014
In all facets of daily life, restrictions are put in place for a reason. But when it comes to being at home, here are some rules that were made to be broken For much of my school life, I wore…
March 23, 2014
C&C Cabinets Granite
As it strives to offer fresh and creative options for both new and loyal returning customers looking to enhance various living areas, C&C Cabinets Granite continues that effort by featuring newly introduced tile varieties intended to spruce up a wide…