June 26, 2022
Atlas Construction Inc
Building or renovating a home for the first time —or even the fifth time — can be a high-stress experience. But when a contracting firm makes communication a priority, it’s much less intimidating. As homeowners continue to discover Atlas Construction,…
June 19, 2022
Atlas Construction Inc
Lately, Hawaii’s impossibly high cost of living has been a hot topic in local news. It’s a challenge many families have addressed by pooling their resources to create multigenerational homes in which several generations can live, often sharing expenses, chores…
June 19, 2022
HAWAIIAN TURFGRASS
For many years, the most popular turfgrass in Hawaii has been beautiful El Toro Zoysia. You’ve seen it all over the island — on residential lawns everywhere, as well as in commercial landscapes, new developments and even city parks. And…
June 12, 2022
Graham Builders
As you plan your new home construction or renovation, you’ll likely check out the latest design magazines and websites for inspiration and ideas. Inspiration is wonderful, but as Malia Yee of Graham Builders tells clients, it’s wise to be cautious…
May 29, 2022
Graham Builders
Each decision you make regarding your home construction or renovation project will be important, but selecting your contractor might be the most vital decision of all. If you choose a design/ build firm, that company will handle all aspects of…
May 22, 2022
HAWAIIAN TURFGRASS
Many turfgrasses are claimed to be drought-resistant. However, if you’re looking for one that was specifically bred for this very trait, you’ll want to know about lovely, high-quality Tahoma 31 bermudagrass. According to Sean Fong, owner of Hawaiian Turfgrass in…
May 8, 2022
Graham Builders
Once a daunting event for many homeowners, spring cleaning has been simplified by practical, thoughtful home design. “If you’re planning to build a new residence, or remodel an older one, there are plenty of options for design and materials that…
April 24, 2022
Atlas Construction Inc
With interest rates still relatively low, there’s never been a better time to start thinking about your dream home. And with Oahu’s average median residential purchase price at about $538 per square foot for a new home, you’ll want to…
April 17, 2022
Over the past three decades, Graham Builders has created scores of comfortable homes that fit the unique needs of multigenerational families. Not long ago, a multigenerational ohana in Kaneohe found it necessary to expand their home to meet the needs…
March 27, 2022
Atlas Construction Inc
Lately, Hawaii’s impossibly high cost of living has been a hot topic in local news. It’s a challenge many families have addressed by pooling their resources to create multigenerational homes in which several generations can live, often sharing expenses, chores…
March 27, 2022
Graham Builders
As thousands of families in Hawaii know, multigenerational housing can greatly enhance the lives of all who live under the same roof. That is especially true when the space under that roof has been designed with multiple nuclear families in…
March 20, 2022
RUI CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING SUPPLY INC
As any enthusiastic amateur chef can attest, a well-designed kitchen is a true joy. And even casual home cooks would love this kitchen. Located on Kapahulu Avenue in a home built by Honolulu firm Rui Construction, it boasts plenty of…
March 20, 2022
HAWAIIAN TURFGRASS
Now that spring is just around the corner, many island homeowners have begun thinking about prepping their lawns for warm weather. “Over the winter, the grass on some lawns gets thick and spongy,” says Sean Fong, owner of Hawaiian Turfgrass.…
March 13, 2022
Graham Builders
When the City & County of Honolulu passed a law permitting accessory dwelling units on single-family lots in 2015, ADUs became enormously popular with homeowners all over Oahu. Between 2016 and 2019, more than 600 ADU permits were filed. And…
February 20, 2022
Graham Builders
Our beautiful islands are known around the planet for glorious weather. However, as locals know very well, Oahu has its own “climate zones” — areas whose weather patterns and conditions are subtly different from the sunny stereotype. “Some properties get…
February 20, 2022
Building or renovating a home for the first time — or even the fifth time — can be a high-stress experience. But when a contracting firm makes communication a priority, it’s much less intimidating. As homeowners continue to discover Atlas…
February 13, 2022
RUI CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING SUPPLY INC
Visiting lots of home improvement stores to shop for fixtures for a new construction or renovation project is an activity that some people really enjoy. For the rest of us, thank goodness, there’s Rui Construction and Building Supply. “We’re a…
February 6, 2022
Graham Builders
Building a house that feels like home from the moment one enters the front door is a real joy. In ways that are not always immediately visible, there’s more to comfort than plush seating, luxurious pillows and warm accent lighting.…
January 23, 2022
HAWAIIAN TURFGRASS
You might not realize it, but you’ve probably seen — and admired — the most popular turfgrass in Hawaii. Plantedallovertheislands, El Toro Zoysia is a medium-blade Zoysia Japonica grass that was developed in 1986 by the University of California, Riverside.…
January 16, 2022
Graham Builders
Although design-build was virtually unknown when Danny Graham launched Graham Builders in 1990, it is now the most popular project delivery method for home construction projects in the United States. Client satisfaction with design-build methodology is generally very high across…