December 9, 2012
The Building Industry Association of Hawaii (BIA-Hawaii) ushers in a new slate of officers for 2013. Greg Thielen is the new president and guides the leadership team of president-elect Brian Adachi of BKA Builders Inc.; vice-president Sunny Walsh of Hunt…
December 2, 2012
The Building Industry Association of Hawaii (BIA-Hawaii) will present the 28th annual BIA Renaissance Building & Remodeling Awards on May 8, 2013 during the Gala Awards Dinner at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel. This premier statewide competition is open to all…
November 25, 2012
Planning for the holidays is a busy and joyful time. But all of the decorations, extra electrical cords and the parade of people going in and out of your home call for more safety precautions to help you make this…
November 18, 2012
The largest American generation is either retired or quickly nearing retirement age. Baby boomers, the generation born between 1946 and 1964 and who count more than 76 million, may be getting older, but they are definitely not ready to head…
November 11, 2012
At the Building Industry Association of Hawaii (BIA-Hawaii), we are very committed to our mission to “Enhance the quality of life for the people of Hawaii.” Our members are dedicated professionals representing developers, general contractors, specialty contractors, suppliers and associates.…
November 4, 2012
The Building Industry Association of Hawaii (BIA-Hawaii) will present the 28th annual BIA Renaissance Building & Remodeling Awards May 8, 2013, during the Gala Awards Dinner at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel.This premier statewide competition is open to all residential and…
October 28, 2012
Buying your first house can be very exciting, but financing it can be a daunting experience. In both cases, knowledge is power, and if you do your research and shop carefully, you will have a successful home-buying experience. Before you…
October 21, 2012
Americans are in love with renovating. Television networks such as HGTV and DIY run 24 hours a day with shows like “BATHtastic!” and “Design Star.” Magazines, websites and blogs feature happy homeowners gushing over perfect room makeovers. And with a…
October 14, 2012
The Building Industry Association of Hawaii (BIA-Hawaii) honored the seven entrants of the 56th annual BIA Parade of Homes at the Oct. 2 awards gala and has awarded the most outstanding home on the market today, the 2012 Grand Champion…
October 7, 2012
The Building Industry Association of Hawaii (BIA-Hawaii) honored the seven entrants of the 56th annual BIA Parade of Homes at the Oct. 2 awards gala and has awarded the most outstanding home on the market today, the 2012 grand champion…
September 30, 2012
Take a peek at new housing trends in the BIA Parade of Homes official guidebook found in today’s Honolulu Star-Advertiser The Building Industry Association of Hawaii (BIA-Hawaii) will present the 56th annual BIA Parade of Homes during the two open…
September 23, 2012
The Building Industry Association of Hawaii (BIA-Hawaii) is very committed to our mission to “Enhance the Quality of Life for the People of Hawaii.” Our members are dedicated professionals representing developers, general contractors, specialty contractors, suppliers and associates. The 19th…
September 16, 2012
Buying a home is one of the biggest investments of your life. Understandably, it may be a cause for concern. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Our step-by-step checklist will make your home-buying experience smoother and more enjoyable:…
September 9, 2012
This is part two of a two-part series It’s an unfortunate fact of life that after a natural or man-made disaster, there are people who will try to profit from a community’s misfortune. Floods, hurricanes, earthquakes, wildfires, windstorms and other…
September 2, 2012
With the rising cost of construction and high unemployment in that industry, many owners are choosing to take on the responsibilities of a contractor under the Owner Builder Permit Exemption laws that allow Owner Builder Permits. As the owner-builder, you…
August 26, 2012
The past few years have shown that natural or man-made disasters can hit any family at any time. Ensuring the personal safety of you and your loved ones is your No. 1 priority, but being prepared for the aftermath by…
August 19, 2012
With the ongoing challenges of our economy, many families are choosing to remodel their home to fit their changing needs, rather than selling their home and buying another one. Your home is likely your largest investment, and even simple remodels…
August 12, 2012
Today is the last day of the Building Industry Association of Hawaii’s (BIA-Hawaii) eighth annual Remodel It Right/Remodel It Green Expo at Neal Blaisdell Exhibition Hall. More than 200 exhibitor booths are presenting Hawaii’s top contractors, suppliers, building industry experts…
August 5, 2012
The Building Industry Association of Hawaii (BIA-Hawaii) will present the eighth annual Remodel It Right/Remodel It Green Expo this Friday, Aug. 10 through Sunday, Aug. 12 at a new location, Neal Blaisdell Exhibition Hall. More than 200 exhibitor booths will…
July 29, 2012
The Building Industry Association of Hawaii (BIA-Hawaii) will present the 56th annual BIA Parade of Homes during the open house weekends of Oct. 6-7 and 13-14. This premier showcase of new homes in Hawaii will educate consumers on the latest…