January 16, 2022
RUI CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING SUPPLY INC
Over the past couple of years, porcelain tile has become a hugely popular flooring material all over the world, and with good reason. Easily sanitized and maintained — traits that in the pandemic era have emerged as more important than…
December 26, 2021
Graham Builders
Great modern residential design pays attention to aesthetics, functionality, uniqueness — and easy maintenance. “There are a number of ways in which a home’s design can specifically reduce cleaning and maintenance — or make those tasks easier for homeowners,” says…
December 26, 2021
RUI CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING SUPPLY INC
If you’ve been shopping for building supplies recently, you might have noticed very low inventories of porcelain tile at some of the local, big-box building supply stores. For a variety of reasons, porcelain tile has become an increasingly hot commodity…
December 19, 2021
HAWAIIAN TURFGRASS
Although winter on Oahu doesn’t blow in with blizzards and sub-zero temperatures, it brings fewer daylight hours, cooler weather, and rainier, windier conditions. “All of that means that it’s a good idea to think about prepping your lawn for winter,”…
December 19, 2021
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…
December 19, 2021
H & C FLOORING AND STONE
It is often said that big changes start from the ground up — and the very best place to start making those changes is with a visit to H & C Flooring in Honolulu. From its bright, well-designed showroom at…
December 12, 2021
Graham Builders
According to Malia Yee, senior designer for Graham Builders of Honolulu, sufficient storage space is a coveted amenity on most homeowners’ wish lists. “Most of our clients include improvement of their current storage situations as a major goal of a…
November 28, 2021
Graham Builders
Remodel or rebuild? It’s a question that occasionally confounds homeowners with older houses whose bones just aren’t “quite right.” Remodeling involves changing the structure or layout of a home, removing walls or changing the flow or structure of a building.…
November 21, 2021
HAWAIIAN TURFGRASS
Hawaii has some of the loveliest shade trees on the planet. Our giant coconut palms, banyans, monkeypod and mango trees are legendary — and rightly so. But big trees aren’t especially friendly to most turf-grass varieties. Lawns bordered with big…
November 21, 2021
Atlas Construction Inc
A Moanalua design/ build project completed recently by Atlas Construction includes a number of added features that helped create a truly customized home. The extra touches are as clever and useful as they are beautiful. Spanning roughly 3,800 square feet,…
November 21, 2021
H & C FLOORING AND STONE
It is often said that big changes start from the ground up — and the very best place to start making those changes is with a visit to H & C Flooring in Honolulu. From its bright, well-designed showroom at…
November 7, 2021
Graham Builders
Even before the pandemic, most Americans had a space dedicated to the administrative management of their homes — small office areas mostly used to pay bills and maintain household records. “The home office isn’t a new phenomenon, but it’s never…
October 24, 2021
Atlas Construction Inc
Some of the most interesting and impressive design/build projects in the industry involve breathtaking features that are visible from the street. And, still, others incorporate little touches that most people never see; interior features that the homeowners use — and…
October 24, 2021
HAWAIIAN TURFGRASS
Chosen once again by the readers of Honolulu Star-Advertiser as Hawaii’s Best Lawn Installation Company for 2021, Hawaiian Turfgrass has made it easier and quicker than ever to purchase a beautiful new lawn. With its state-of-the-art website at hawaiianturfgrass.com, the…
October 10, 2021
Graham Builders
“We should learn from the snail,” wrote iconic American architect Frank Lloyd Wright. “It has devised a home that is both exquisite and functional.” Not unlike the snail, Mike and Michelle Naito took their time building their dream house. They…
September 26, 2021
RUI CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING SUPPLY INC
Known islandwide by seasoned contractors and savvy homeowners for its value, convenience and friendly service, Rui Building Supply can provide a variety of materials and fixtures for your current or next home improvement project. “Whatever your budget, we will always…
September 19, 2021
H & C FLOORING AND STONE
Remodeling floors and staircases can sometimes be intimidating for even the handiest DIY homeowners. But H & C Flooring and Stone is now offering the Super Stairnose — a product that can help make those projects a whole lot easier.…
September 5, 2021
Graham Builders
Three out of 4 adults age 50 years and older would prefer to stay in their homes as they age, according to a recent AARP survey. One Oahu couple decided to plan proactively, working with Honolulu design/build firm Graham Builders…
August 29, 2021
HAWAIIAN TURFGRASS
While most adults see a pretty lawn and think only of increased curb appeal, the best turfgrass critics are often the littlest members of the family. “Remember, curb appeal isn’t the only benefit of a lawn that’s soft and lush,”observes…
August 22, 2021
Atlas Construction Inc
Some of the most interesting and impressive design/build projects in the industry involve breathtaking features that are visible from the street. And, still, others incorporate little touches that most people never see; interior features that the homeowners use — and…