December 30, 2018
The new year is the perfect time to refresh your style, but there’s no need to splurge on an entirely new closet. Here are a few tricks to help you cure your wardrobe blues and invigorate your sense of fashion:…
December 9, 2018
While trends in home decor often change, there is one constant design feature that continues to shine, literally: metals. Today, homeowners can find creative ways to incorporate a regal touch that produces a timeless look with modern appeal. Take the…
December 9, 2018
DESIGNER FOR A DAY
Rejuvenating your home can be easy by following a few of these interior design tips. Creating a focal point to each room or space is essential. The focal point brings your eye to it fi rst. Then your focus travels…
December 9, 2018
At this time of year there are plenty of reasons to invite family and friends to your home to entertain. Furthermore, there are also plenty of times when you just want to have a place you can go to get…
November 25, 2018
It’s here, the season of go, go, go. The time of year when there is so much to do, especially if you’re hosting holiday festivities. You want everything to be magical and so you’re planning events, buying presents, making plans…
November 18, 2018
According to a recent study by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), humans spend an average of 90 percent of their days indoors, so savoring every opportunity for natural sunlight is more important than ever. However, more time spent indoors and…
November 11, 2018
The key to a better relationship may not be in long walks on the beach or romantic dinners, it may actually be in discovering how your partner values chores. According to recent studies, chores have a direct impact on relationships…
November 11, 2018
On a tree-lined street in the Brookhaven neighborhood of Atlanta, a house built with the goal of better living through design opens its doors to the public this fall. Each space was created with comfort, peace and serenity in mind,…
November 4, 2018
Cool Roof Store
The Cool Roof Store is proud to introduce ThePerfectSpace™ — an affordable, portable and expandable structure that can be assembled by two handy people in just a few days. Whether it’s floods, fires, lava, or just that your lease has…
October 28, 2018
When additive manufacturing technology — better known as 3D printing — was first invented more than 30 years ago it was intended to make the product design and manufacturing process more efficient. At that time, 3D printing was used primarily…
October 7, 2018
DESIGNER FOR A DAY
Your relatives have called to say, “Yes, we are coming to Hawaii to visit you for the holidays!” This might be a wake-up call that your house is not guest ready. Take a deep breath. Designer For A Day has…
October 7, 2018
Accessories bring a sense of purpose into a space and, with thoughtful selection, can transform a room into an elevated experience. When used creatively and in unexpected ways, they add the perfect finishing touch to a space and can transform…
August 26, 2018
DESIGNER FOR A DAY
When you are building or remodeling, the decisions can seem endless and could leave you feeling totally overwhelmed. Here are some steps you can take to help you through the initial process. First find rooms that inspire you and will…
August 19, 2018
The kitchen may be the heart of your home, but don’t underestimate the importance of your bathrooms. If you think about it, bathrooms are one of the most frequented spaces in the home. It’s where you go to rejuvenate and…
August 12, 2018
Wong Construction
By Les Wong Born and raised in Honolulu, I became a licensed general contractor and started doing small renovations and repair jobs in June 1983. My only daughter, Tanyce, was born around the same time, so needless to say my…
August 12, 2018
C&C Cabinets Granite
C&C Cabinets Granite is Oahu’s complete kitchen and bathroom remodeling source! The company’s knowledgeable team is standing by to help take the stress and hassle out of selecting the best products available as homeowners tackle pending projects and mounting to-do…
August 12, 2018
Fall is for new beginnings, so why wait for that dream kitchen? As summer winds down and everyone rushes into the hustle and bustle of fall, planning and scheduling become the top priorities. While your family’s life only gets busier,…
July 8, 2018
The Closet Company continues to bring in new products and accessories, including sliding mirrors and customizable storage compartments, to make closet storage systems more functional and attractive. With ample products in stock and a brisk three-to-five day turnaround time between…
July 1, 2018
An interior designer’s mission is to create beautiful spaces that reflect a person’s style and specific needs. To meet this goal, much more needs to be considered than just color schemes and furniture selection. At Universal Interiors, the designers are…
June 24, 2018
Nothing transforms a home quite like a fresh coat of paint. In fact, painting your own house is one of the smartest and easiest DIY upgrades a homeowner can accomplish on their own. “Summer is the ideal time to tackle…