November 23, 2014
All Island Bath Remodeling LLC
Everybody knows that the bathroom is one of the most dangerous places in the house. There are more than 200,000 accidents in the United States that are bathroom-related every year. That’s about 70 percent of all home accidents. At All…
November 23, 2014
G&S Shutter Designs
One of the great things about living in Hawaii is being able to enjoy natural light year-round, yet few people want the sun’s rays streaming into their homes full-force all day long. They want to be able to control the…
November 23, 2014
APAC LLC
BY KIMBERLY LEHANO As an architect or architectural firm, there are many things you need to do to keep your clients on time, satisfied and within state and federal regulations and guidelines. That all, of course, is in addition to…
November 23, 2014
QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What are your thoughts on gifts from others that I don’t like or use? I know you say to “get rid of them,” but I would feel so guilty, yet I don’t like them stored around…
November 23, 2014
Home bath design goes beyond functionality to incorporate features that complement aesthetics and provide a touch of luxury. Instantly increase your home’s comfort, style and value with these top trends of 2015: Zen-like designs meet a contemporary aesthetic Master baths…
November 23, 2014
RUI CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING SUPPLY INC
BY MICHELLE LEE From extravagant estates to quaint, beachside bungalows, and everything in between, RUI Building Supply has helped hundreds of Hawaii residents turn their dreams of the perfect home into a reality. As one of the state’s top construction…
November 23, 2014
Wong Construction
BY LES WONG My name is Les Wong and I was born and raised in Honolulu. I also grew up in the Kaimuki area. In June of 1983, I became a licensed general contractor and started doing small renovation and…
November 23, 2014
A house full of bustling activities can create quite some clutter! Get organized with these smart tips. Neat reading racks Many people enjoy a good read before sleep. However, books, magazines and tablets can just add disarray if left scattered…
November 23, 2014
Pacific Islands Solar
Pacific Islands Solar believes that home and business energy needs can be reduced first, prior to determining the size of a PV system. Using energy-efficient LCD light bulbs to replace existing CFL light bulbs is one component of saving. Making…
November 23, 2014
Tropical Wholesale
When looking to buy windows for your home, buy local. Here are a few reasons to buy local first, and as often as possible. When you buy local, the money spent stays in Hawaii. Tropical Wholesale is your local window…
November 23, 2014
Risource Energy
On Nov. 3, Hawaiian Electric Company (HECO) announced that it is in the process of approving 2,058 customers by April 2015, and will approve another 2,500 by December 2015 to be connected to the grid. “This is exciting news; we…
November 23, 2014
Leakmaster Roofing
Leakmaster Roofing has been successfully working with the major solar companies since 1990, to ensure that your roof will not leak during or after the installation of your new PV panels. Here are the main things you need to look…
November 23, 2014
I am ecstatic about this week. By the time you read this, I will be in Cleveland, holding my baby nephew for the first time ever. At a time when we all are preparing to give thanks, I couldn’t be…
November 16, 2014
Hua Xia Construction
BY NOEL NICHOLAS When Kaimuki resident Giovanni Sclarandis began his search for a contractor, reputation was key. “It was my first time building a house, so I started with advertisements and then checked Better Business Bureau’s website to see who…
November 16, 2014
Oriental Cabinet and Granite LLC
BY PHOEBE NEEL With every Thanksgiving comes the making of a feast — which can be difficult to do in a cramped, antiquated kitchen. Homeowners who want to give the cook a treat this holiday may want to consider updating…
November 16, 2014
For years I’ve been sharing with you design and decor tips from many of my clients’ projects. Now I’m excited to finally redesign my own family’s dream home! I’ll be keeping you posted on the ups and downs, with lots…
November 16, 2014
Jiffy Set Shutter Shoppe
Jiffy Set Shutter Shoppe has been serving Hawaii with quality wood louver door products since 1968, carrying on a long tradition of fast and friendly, local service. Jiffy Set Shutter Shoppe is a division of JBL Hawaii LTD, a commercial…
November 16, 2014
R.S. Toyama Roofing Service Inc
The average roof is designed to last for about three decades. That’s why a good roofer rarely visits the same house twice — unless he’s still around when it’s time to replace the roof he installed three decades ago. Raymond…
November 16, 2014
For both professionals and homeowners, the first step in any tile installation project is choosing the right grout, which is available in a wide range of stain- and crack-resistant options. Selecting the right grout will determine the long-term beauty and…
November 16, 2014
Island Bath Works
Many design aspects of houses turn into dangerous obstacles for people with limited mobility. The everyday task of getting in and out of the tub presents challenges for many of Hawaii’s seniors, whose houses were built without aging or accessibility…