Koa Ridge is Castle & Cooke’s new “surban” master-planned community in Central O‘ahu that combines the conveniences of urban living with the beauty and peacefulness of a suburban location. Residents can shop, dine and socialize in an interconnected community that encourages the active outdoor lifestyle that kama‘āina are accustomed to. Since the community’s launch in […]
Reclaimed wood, chic stains, completely customizable: There are so many reasons to crush on locally designed Teaki Tiles. The company turns teak pulled from old buildings, bridges and docks around the world into retro-inspired tiles for floors, shower walls and backsplashes. Bella Pietra Design started carrying the line in May. Co-owner Meagan Jensen loves the natural stains while co-owner LaWanna
With walkable, wide-open spaces plus nearby shops and restaurants, Koa Ridge is the true embodiment of “surban.” “It’s basically a suburban area with an urban feel,” explains Laura Kodama, Castle & Cooke’s director of planning and development. “It’s where you can enjoy the beauty of a suburban community along with the conveniences of retail services that are just a walk away
The owners of this ‘Āina Haina home were longing for something new. The more than 70-year-old house had served its purpose through the years, but it was time for change as the couple headed into retirement. Moving back home from the Mainland, they knew they needed a team they could trust to work with from
There’s something special about spending time outdoors, especially in the summertime. See below for five elevated outdoor spaces that we love. This family’s backyard truly has it all — from a pool, spa and outdoor shower to a fire pit, putting green, game area and outdoor kitchen — thanks to Pacific Pool & Spa. A city dweller’s outdoor patio is the ideal
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
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.
