Roll into this gated Hawaii Kai property and you can’t help but be impressed. “This is not your average residential home, that’s for sure,” says landscaper Steve Dewald of Steve’s Gardening Service, which handled much of the landscaping on this 1.4-acre lot. “It has a resort feel with separate living areas – each of them […]
We love color. Oh, yes, we do. But we know it can be difficult sometimes to select a color or theme for a room. That’s why we’ve rounded up some looks to jumpstart your project. Keep It Classic What’s black and white with a touch of color? Your next room makeover, if you prefer this
Located only a few minutes from the hustle and bustle of downtown Honolulu is Tantalus Drive, Hawaii’s own nature sanctuary. With its calm vibes, Tantalus is known for its signature panoramic city views framed by an abundance of native plants and trees stretching for miles into the mountains. Nestled along Tantalus Drive, this large home’s
The smell of rainwater sizzling on hot Kaneohe asphalt heralds another perfect morning for pickling. In the familiarity of her kitchen, Leonora Ching moves fluidly, preparing jar after jar of her unique recipes. “My mother was a fabulous cook,” she says, shifting a recycled Costco-size pretzel jug filled with Chinese pickled tea eggs from one
Greg Pietsch never thought he’d own and maintain a 27.44-acre ranch. Sunset Ranch, a sweeping estate in Pupukea, had been in his family since 1960, originally owned by his grandparents Charles and Fern Pietsch. The 44-year-old is a chartered financial analyst in Newport Beach, California, and, for years, was the family trustee for the estate.’
Designing your own floral arrangements is easier than you think. A few quick basics and a little creativity is all you need to become a DIY flower artist. Flower Arranging 101 Build a foundation with your sturdiest plants and flowers first. Add in your showstoppers (large or vibrant statement flowers). Fill in with your delicates
Jordan Lee and Matthew Guevara of The Public Pet in Kaimuki have a discerning clientele. Their customers sport trendy aloha wear and jewelry by a.wattz dezigns, eat local and organic whenever possible, and use the finest skin and hair products, all ethically sourced. Their in-house experts, Lola and Pheifer, test and approve all products, and
The Rogers’ house on Tantalus in Honolulu looks like its neighbors’ homes in many ways: unassuming and welcoming, with views stretching from Diamond Head to the airport, a laundry room with an energy-efficient washer and dryer, and a full kitchen with a suite of appliances. And, like many local homes, it is multigenerational, with seven
Her food is beautiful and her philosophy simple—plant over processed. “If you were to put a title on my diet, I would be considered a high-carb, low-fat, plant-based vegan. How is that for a mouthful?” laughs Andrea Hannemann, the sun-kissed, Haleiwa-based blogger. “Actually, I would consider it more of a lifestyle than a diet. Eating
One of our favorite Chinatown boutiques in Honolulu just turned five! Among the churn of the downtown storefronts, Owens + Co., at the corner of Nuuanu and Pauahi, has remained our go-to spot for gorgeous gifts, personal splurges and stylish decor. A keen eye keeps owner Missy Owens busy stocking local designer goods and importing
Let this message be a hopeful one, because we have made progress. Although we are generating more solid waste per household today than we were 30 years ago, we have also increased recycling by more than 25 percent and started dealing with our trash in more efficient ways. Local and national green-waste and recycling programs
Some homes send a signal that says: “You are meant to live here.” The house that Rebecca and Jordan Kandell bought sent them several of those signals. They met while they were toddlers, as neighbors in Manoa. Years later, after marrying, they moved in with Rebecca’s parents on Woodlawn Drive while searching for a house
