October 28, 2012
Easy ways to bring just the right touch of brightness to your home design scheme Why is it that some people can do daring things with color in their living rooms or bedrooms, but stick with the strongholds of beige…
October 28, 2012
The golden days of autumn are upon us, signaling a new direction in home decor and entertaining. What are your plans for updating your house? These easy tips will bring the feeling of fall into your home without a lot…
October 28, 2012
Many people think that primers are useful only when doing exterior painting, but that’s a mistaken notion. Like exterior primers, interior primers make surfaces more uniform and help paint adhere better, but they can do a lot more, according to…
October 21, 2012
While displaying ghosts and goblins is great for the kids and the standard for Halloween decor, how about getting into the spirit, but with a bit more sophistication this year? If you are throwing a Halloween party for those adults…
October 21, 2012
Add design and function to your bathroom with a little illumination A bathroom remodel is one of the most-desired home updates; it changes the way you start and end your day and also touts a high return on investment. Most…
October 21, 2012
Falling out of love is a painful experience — especially when the love affair that’s ending is between you and the pricey, permanent design changes you made as part of a kitchen renovation. While it’s always easy to repaint if…
October 14, 2012
Servco Home & Appliance
Photos: Nathalie Walker Step inside the door at 2841 Pukoloa St. and you’ll find two of the most complete showrooms displaying the finest in residential appliances and garage doors in Hawaii. Some might think this is an unusual combination of…
October 14, 2012
G&S Shutter Designs
BY BRANDON BOSWORTH For those looking to beautify their home without investing in a full-scale remodeling project, plantation shutters offer a lot of “wow!” for the money. “When it comes to window coverings, nothing beats plantation shutters,” said Gavin Shibuya,…
October 14, 2012
When seasons change, it’s also a good time to change out and update your home decor. Time and budget don’t always allow for a complete overhaul, so here are some easy and affordable ways to rejuvenate your home. Reuse, repaint,…
October 14, 2012
From the moment the first cave dweller marked the wall of his home with a bit of charcoal, art has been a home decor must that has stood the test of time. Whether it’s the vibrant colors of a van…
October 7, 2012
Deep Purple Painting
Painting contractor Jimmy Suh has been called an “artist” and a “miracle worker” by clients who have seen him bring new life to their home or office with his special talent. His company, Deep Purple Painting, was one of the…
October 7, 2012
Fall is the time of year when thoughts turn back toward the home. With kids back in school and the holidays approaching, many homeowners look for ways to make their rooms more stylish, but struggle to find the balance between…
October 7, 2012
Searching for a trendy home and garden makeover that gives instant gratification and doesn’t require a lot of time and resources? The latest trends in fashion and home decorating are drawing inspiration from the bright colors and laid-back attitude of…
October 7, 2012
Bigger isn’t always better in the real estate world, and what’s more, it’s not always possible. With more baby boomers downsizing from McMansions to smaller, more manageable houses, and a growing number of people opting to rent rather than buy,…
September 30, 2012
With fall in full swing, it’s time to spruce up your home with new seasonal items, colors and textures. Here are some of the hottest trends to look out for: Harvest hues Think that fall is all about traditional browns…
September 30, 2012
Homeowners Design Center
Homeowners Design Center has been family owned and operated since 1969. Whether you are looking for flooring, kitchen or bath cabinets, countertops or window coverings, Homeowners Design Center provides one-stop convenience with a large selection of the latest products. Quality…
September 23, 2012
Deep Purple Painting
For Jimmy Suh, owner of Deep Purple Painting, quality is the top priority when it comes to assisting his customers with a wide range of painting projects. “I’ve been painting for 25 years, and my main goal is to produce…
September 16, 2012
The change of seasons, the change of family schedules or even a change in furniture — there are many reasons to take the time to transform the interior of your home and revitalize your decor. Traditional fall colors like bronze…
September 16, 2012
Now is the perfect time to look around your home and take stock of areas in need of repair or an inexpensive spruce up with the holiday season on the horizon. “A simple change of paint color can rejuvenate a…
September 16, 2012
Servco Home & Appliance
It used to be that people would say with pride how happy they were to still be using their 20-year-old appliances. But with the cost of energy at record highs in Hawaii, it makes more sense than ever to replace…