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
This old Manoa house is exactly what Kat and Aaron Wallen had been looking for. They looked past the Pergo-covered, termite-damaged sagging floors, the crack in the kitchen wall showing the house’s settling into the earth below, and the original plumbing and knob-and-tube electrical wiring. They had dreamed of owning and restoring an old home,
OUTSIDE DECKS Cable HookupModern and sleek, cable railing opens up the view plane from a deck, lanai or balcony. It’s ideally used with a complete metal rail system with custom bolts on metal railing posts, but it can be constructed with wood posts and hardwood caps. “Cable railing offers less maintenance, a cleaner look and
Nurseries are a wonderful place to start if you are looking to enrich your outdoor living space. It can seem daunting to know what to pick or where to begin. Andrew Dedrick, owner of Geobunga, tells us what you need to know to ensure your plants flourish long after you take them home.
Bask in the sun and enjoy the balmy breezes in your backyard during your next get-together. We’re loving the idea of an elegant setup with a tropical flair for a look that captures paradise luxe. Start with a few flower arrangements that incorporate tropical flowers and greenery. Then, accessorize your dinner setup with playful tropical accessories
Talk to any hawaii homeowner for more than a few minutes and one thing becomes clear —people take pride in this place they call home. What’s more, they take pleasure in giving back to Hawaii whenever possible. For many Hawaii businesses, selling locally sourced products is a way to support the community that supports them.
The Hawaiian tradition of giving lei represents many things, from affection and friendship to celebration and praise. “Giving a lei is a way to share the aloha spirit Hawaii is known for,” says Tracy Harada, owner and lei designer at Ui Mau a Mau, a shop at Na Lama Kukui that specializes in ribbon lei and yarn-lei
