December 4, 2011
The Building Industry Association of Hawaii (BIA-Hawaii) welcomes a new slate of officers for 2012. Dean Asahina is the new president and guides the leadership team of president-elect Greg Thielen, Complete Construction Services Corp.; vice president Brian Adachi, BKA Builders…
December 4, 2011
Homeworks Construction
When owners of a 49-year-old home in Manoa decided it was time to replace it with a new, larger home, they called on the design/build expertise of Homeworks Construction. But first, the demolition of the original home on the 8,476-square-foot…
November 27, 2011
The largest American generation is either retired or quickly nearing retirement age. Baby boomers, the generation born between 1946 and 1964 and who number more than 76 million, may be getting older, but they definitely are not ready to head…
November 20, 2011
Graham Builders
Homeowners will have quieter, greener home This is the second article of a three-part series. Last week, we introduced a couple who is currently working with Graham Builders to build a brand new home to replace their 85-year-old house in…
November 20, 2011
Hawaii's Interior Design Center
As you start planning for the upcoming holidays there is still time to prepare your home before your loved ones are over to celebrate. Hawaii’s Interior Design Center suggests some ways to quickly update your home without spending too much…
November 20, 2011
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 calls for more safety precautions to help you make this…
November 13, 2011
Hua Xia Construction
It would be difficult to find a custom builder who offers the type of client-to-customer attention that comes from working with Hua Xia Construction LLC. Owner Xiang Feng Cao and his son, Andy, have built and maintained an outstanding reputation…
November 13, 2011
Graham Builders
This is the first article of a three-part series. For years, the homeowners of an 85 year-old Makiki home had been actively planning to rebuild and visited many builders’ open house projects. At the BIA Home Building and Remodeling Show…
November 13, 2011
Looking for a fresh new look for your home or office or want to add some color and cool for your college digs? Houseplants are always in style. For an easy transformation of any space, house-plants add high impact and…
November 13, 2011
CS Design Builders
David Chang and Jonathon Son founded the locally owned and operated CS Design Builders after experiencing their own home remodeling projects. The men discovered how stressful, confusing and scattered the process can be when working with multiple contractors, vendors and…
November 13, 2011
Are you planning to move to a new home in the next few years? Thinking about renovating your current home so it’s more appealing to potential buyers when you do decide to move on? Or maybe you just want to…
November 6, 2011
Greg Kemp Contractor LLC
Comparison-shopping is on the rise in part because of economic pressures and a change in marketing and buying habits. More people are getting informed, reading labels and learning to choose wisely based on their needs and finances. If you take…
November 6, 2011
At the Building Industry Association of Hawaii (BIA-Hawaii), we’re 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…
November 6, 2011
Town & Country Builders LLC
Town & Country Builders LLC is a licensed general contracting design build firm that has been serving Oahu residents for the past 30 years. The company specializes in new and custom homes, remodels, additions, designer kitchens, bathrooms, Americans with Disability…
October 30, 2011
Island Stone Center
Natural stone surfaces, such as marble and granite, are porous and need to be sealed to prevent stains. Impregnating sealers penetrate into the stone surface, still allowing the stone to “breathe” while protecting against oil, water and other surface stains.…
October 30, 2011
Hua Xia Construction
It would be difficult to find a custom builder who offers the type of client-to-customer attention that comes from working with Hua Xia Construction LLC. Owner Xiang Feng Cao and his son, Andy, have built and maintained an outstanding reputation…
October 30, 2011
Homeworks Construction
If you’ve outgrown your present home — or if it’s simply outdated and no longer suits your lifestyle — you’re faced with a major decision: remodel, rebuild or move. “Although family wants and needs will be primary considerations in making…
October 30, 2011
Owning a home for most Americans means having a place to raise a family and build a sense of stability and pride. Additionally, the home is the single best long-term investment and a primary source of wealth and financial security.…
October 23, 2011
The season for indoor gatherings has arrived, and everyone is looking for ways to bring the excitement into their homes. With tighter budgets for remodeling, choosing paint for your mini-makeover projects may be the smartest way to “go new.” Here…
October 23, 2011
With home prices and interest rates still low and inventories high, it’s a great time to be in the market for a fixer-upper. By buying a house that needs some work, you can achieve your dream home for less than…