This awe-inspiring home along sunset beach on O‘ahu’s North Shore is a surfer’s dream house and a wholesome place for the homeowners and their children to enjoy inside and out. The oceanfront property wasn’t always this picture perfect. The overgrown vegetation, loose gravel and massive boulders of the original landscape weren’t suitable to the current […]
It’s not every day a leak from an upstairs bathroom results in a dream kitchen. That’s what happened to Kanoe Gibson, co-host of “HI Now.” “We had no intentions of renovating our kitchen unless we won the lottery,” she says, laughing. “But we had a flood in our kitchen, so we were forced to do it.” Gibson, who
Bring all the things you love about Hawai‘i—sunshine, ocean breezes, tropical foliage and local cuisine—into your home with the power of paint, creating a space radiating in color and personality. “Color is important as it sets the mood or feeling within any room in your home,” shares Aaron Kouchi of City Mill, a locally owned
Swing into spring with a fresh floral arrangement to brighten up your abode. For our tropical climate, you’ll want to find flowers that can handle the humidity, with beautiful textures, vibrant colors and sometimes fragrant smells that’ll only boost your home’s appeal. Here are some of our favorites. Anthurium These heart-shaped flowers come in an
Nestled between Waikīkī and Downtown Honolulu, Ward Village is a vibrant neighborhood just waiting to be discovered. This master planned community provides modern conveniences all within walking distance. Here, leading a balanced life focused on overall wellbeing is encouraged, and more attainable. Ward Village connects residents to the community, and to nature. When you live here, you can wake to the sunrise
By 1881, the Ward family had purchased the 100 acres of land spanning from Thomas Square to Ala Moana Beach Park, which would come to be known as Ward Estate. It was here where they also built their beloved family home. Under the stewardship of Victoria Ward and eventually her daughters, Ward Estate was nurtured into a thriving oasis. The fishponds and ʻauwai (irrigation ditches) were cleared of weeds and kalo (taro),
Staying inside all day can leave you feeling a bit restless. While you’ve considered taking up a hobby, starting a new home project or giving back to the community, why not do all three? By shopping online for Hawaiʻi-made artwork, you are not only supporting a local business, you are also improving the look of
While searching for their future home, Julie and Tom Fuller stumbled upon a house built by Todd Boyd of Boyd Construction—and they were instantly inspired. Today, they enjoy gorgeous ocean and mountain views from their own new house in Lahaina. “We fell in love with one of Todd’s homes in the neighborhood and asked him to
Just steps away from the sandy shores of Niu Beach, this oceanfront property provides ultimate luxury living for a family of five. Here, they enjoy the quiet privacy of their neighborhood while relaxing outdoors and taking in the ocean view. To them, it’s paradise. In the game room, the kids can do their homework or
Coastal living brings a lot of joy, but it’s not without its hazards. For this surf-centric family, designing their dream home that could withstand winters on Oʻahu’s North Shore demanded calculated risk and creativity. The home’s design takes cues from Australia’s popular “kit homes”—steel frame homes known for their prefabricated parts, affordability and ease of
Whether strolling the beach, walking on the sidewalk or driving along the road, people stop to stare at this sculptural home on the southwestern coast of Maui. On the makai side of the house, the curved roof lines cause visitors and residents alike to stop in their sandy tracks, while on the mauka side, drivers
As a Native Hawaiian textile designer, Jalene Kanani Bell’s relationship to Hawaii and Hawaiian culture has been the foundation of her design aesthetic. For more than a decade she has been licensing designs to international textile manufacturers, creating stylish carpet, fabric and wood elements for large-scale projects in high-end residences, corporate offices, and luxury hotels.
