July 7, 2013
Thanks to foreclosures and short sales, home buyers are snatching up great houses at reduced prices and remodeling to create stylish modern homes. Lucky for those buyers, many of today’s top trends are relatively easy to recreate, and will add…
June 30, 2013
Consumer complaints and lawsuits regarding home improvements are on the rise according to Ripoff Reports; a homeowner that does not do their homework before embarking on a project could find themselves with poor workmanship, inferior products, health and safety issues…
June 30, 2013
Hua Xia Construction
Whether it’s building a brand-new home or implementing an addition to an existing structure, Hua Xia Construction is poised to handle the job. The family business is equipped to assist customers with everything from additions of full rooms or levels…
June 30, 2013
CV Construction LLC
BY VICTOR YEUNG There are so many things to consider and do before, during and after a renovation. For instance, finding the right contractor to not only control the flow of the project, but to get the fairest pricing for…
June 30, 2013
The American family continues to evolve, with multiple generations living under the same roof in more households than any time since the Great Depression. Of America’s 76 million households, 5.6 percent (4.3 million) were multigenerational as of 2011, according to…
June 23, 2013
Hawaii Home Expo
Most home renovations these days have three objectives: to make a space more open, to add more natural light and to update fixtures, finishes and equipment so that the space is efficient and looks good. What better way to meet…
June 23, 2013
S Tanaka Construction
Building a new home or renovating your existing one can be an intimidating process. Sometimes just coming up with ideas and concepts can be confusing and wearisome. S. Tanaka Construction is a design/build company that can help you with your…
June 16, 2013
If you’re planning to renovate your home, you can tap some of the hottest trends showing up in new-home designs. Here are some new-home trends that offer strong returns on your time and money: Creating a view If your home…
June 16, 2013
HK Construction
BY LUIS ALICEA When it comes to remodeling, HK Construction has a great deal of experience under its belt. The fourth-generation company has designed and remodeled homes in Hawaii for more than 80 years. The company focuses on quality building,…
June 16, 2013
Graham Builders
This is the first of a two-part series. In Hawaii, ohana means family. And many times, multiple generations of one family live together under the same roof. That is the case with Robb Taone who, along with his wife and…
June 16, 2013
Atlas Construction Inc
When it comes to construction, standard materials can differ from one contractor to another. The selection of materials can make a difference not only in the cost of construction when it comes time to build, but also in the cost…
June 16, 2013
Town & Country Builders LLC
Once upon a time in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, on an island named Oahu, a home improvement project was born on the East side of the island on the summit of Kamehame Ridge in Hawaii Kai known as…
June 9, 2013
W.G. Construction LLC
BY WENDELL GUIEB I have been a concrete contractor since 1990. I am the owner of W.G. Construction LLC, and my company does any sized project from small to big. We work from flat ground to the hardest area of…
June 2, 2013
Homeworks Construction
This is part two of a two-part series The objective was to transform a 70-year-old Waikiki single family home into a modern residence that preserved the “old Waikiki” feeling of the property while meeting the needs of the owner. Advertisement…
May 26, 2013
Do the words “aging in place” and “home improvement” conjure images of institutional-looking grab bars in bathrooms and overhead kitchen lights that could illuminate an airport runway? Many people eschew certain types of home improvements for the same reason others…
May 26, 2013
CV Construction LLC
As its business continues to expand on a foundation of 15-plus years of experience serving Hawaii, CV Construction LLC remains dedicated to providing stellar customer service regardless of how big or small the job is. Chuan “Sam” He and Victor…
May 19, 2013
CU Network Services
Are you thinking of renovating your home, but unsure of where to start? This can be a challenging process, but with a clear plan and the right help, the reward of an improved home can be well worth it. A…
May 19, 2013
Town & Country Builders LLC
When driving around these beautiful islands, have you ever wondered what building contractors, architects and homeowners are thinking when they design and construct some of the monstrosities that are created in residential home design? In some instances, the home does…
May 19, 2013
Feel the need to renovate? If so, you’re not alone. Fifty-three percent of homeowners believe that now is a good time to remodel, according to a recent survey by Houzz.com. When deciding on where the makeover begins, look no further…
May 19, 2013
HK Construction
Why build or remodel now? Hawaii homeowners have a unique opportunity at the moment: With the lowest mortgage rates in 50 years, the state’s home values and equities are at an all-time high. With a recovering economy on the Mainland,…