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Living Coral

Take a deep dive into Pantone’s 2019 Color of the Year and discover how you can incorporate it in your home.

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Through the Generations

A legacy home is rebuilt for three generations of family to live in and enjoy together.

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Local designers share the latest looks that are up-and-coming on the home front.

And more gift ideas we’ve rounded up to help you celebrate Valentine’s Day at home with your special someone.

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Breakfast in Bed

on the cover: Homeworks Construction built a cover for the lanai of this Spinnaker Isle home. Photo by Oliver Koning 8 • FEBRUARY 2019 • hawaiihomemag.com

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I worked so hard to pay for my first few apartments after college. which I’ll be moving into this year.

This home setup helps to keep families close, allows older generations to help care for grandchildren while young parents work, and for adult children to care for their parents so they can age in place. Plus, it keeps the cost of living reasonable for each age group.

In this issue, we take you inside a multigenerational home designed by Results Design + Planning and built by Results Construction, family-owned sister companies. This Kaimuki house is home to three generations of family members, and it’s designed to give each person, couple or family their own private space, as well as common areas to share and enjoy together.

Read about it on page 28.

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s a renter, i couldn’t do too many upgrades, but I did paint my bedroom walls and buy window treatments that I felt were within my price range. I didn’t earn enough money working as a newspaper reporter to afford my interiordecorator and social lifestyle, so I took on a second job as a beauty adviser at a department store. I eventually realized that I was working long days every week to pay for a beautifully decorated apartment that I was hardly ever around to enjoy. So, like many early20-somethings, I moved back in with my parents.

It was lovely! They had recently renovated their kitchen and something about cooking on their gas stove with their nice pots and pans made food taste better. I enjoyed spending the extra time with them and their dog, plus it allowed me to save money to splurge on my next apartment.

I love the multigenerational lifestyle that is so accepted and common in Hawaii homes. Even now, I live in a family-owned condo, which has given me the opportunity to save money for a down payment on my first home,

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Beyond the Sea

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this waterfront home’s kitchen was redesigned into an open, airy space that creates a sense of calm. The white shaker-style cabinets pair with a glass tile backsplash and quartz countertop designed to mimic the relationship between sea and shore. See more of this home transformation by Homeworks Construction starting on page 18.

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COLOR

Living Coral Taking a deep dive into Pantone’s 2019 Color of the Year.

BY STEPHANIE KIM

he wave of earthy, natural tones for 2019 continues on as Pantone releases its highly anticipated color of the year: Living Coral — a bright burst of color that’s found under the sea, right in nature.

Described as “an animating and life-affirming shade of orange with a golden undertone,” Pantone 16-1546 Living Coral is all about connection.

“Color is an equalizing lens through which we experience our natural and digital realities and this is particularly true for Living Coral,” says Leatrice Eiseman of the Pantone Color Institute. “With consumers craving human interaction and social connection, the humanizing and heartening qualities displayed by the convivial Pantone Living Coral hit a responsive chord.”

In the kitchen, where we often spend the most time connecting with our family, this color can play a part in enhancing the heart of the home with loud accents against cabinetry or on the wall, as well as adding warmth to the room through décor and furnishings.

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Incorporate splashes of Living Coral with Omega Cabinetry, a brand of MasterBrand Cabinets available locally at Homeowners Design Center. The fully customizable line allows you to add color and inserts of your choosing. What’s more, the cabinetry line comes framed, frameless and semi-custom, allowing you to mix and match, shares Randall

Omoto of Homeowners Design Center. It’s all about your personal preference.

“Living Coral is one of the most perfect recent Pantone colors of the year. Its relevance in home interiors, particularly kitchens, is something that breathes life into, and brings color excitement back to this space,” shares Stephanie Pierce

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“We have started to see a rise of personal color preferences making their way back into cabinetry as accent areas, small appliances and décor, and this is a very useable color tone, especially as we will likely see variations of this shade with even more intensity or as drop downs in a paler range.”

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PANTONE® 17-0330 Turtle Green

PANTONE® 13-4810 Limpet Shell

Under the Sea is one of the five color palettes Pantone released that features its color of the year.

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hether as standalone pieces or as a base for blossoming flowers, these vases add a touch of sophistication and elegance to your home. Available in a variety of sizes, these accessory pieces will fit nearly anywhere you need them to be. Check out the vases that caught our eye on our latest adventures.

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from left to right: Torre & Tagus Lightbulb Glass Crackle Vase, $29, from Red Knot Torre & Tagus Lilo Dimpled Ceramic Vase small, $22, from Red Knot Sagebrook Home Decorative Hammered Gold Ceramic Vase, $44, from HomeWorld Furniture Three Hands Corp. Aqua Ceramic Vase, $27, from HomeWorld Furniture

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SAILOR’S DELIGHT A house on the marina is renovated to restore its nautical vibe and fit within its neighborhood.

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icture yourself waking up each morning beside the water, cooking breakfast in a bright and airy kitchen, enjoying coffee on a covered lanai and strolling across a dock to board a boat to set out for a day on the water.

This is the daily lifestyle Vivian and Larry Grasse envisioned when they decided to buy a home on Hawaii Kai’s Spinnaker Isle, a small community of mostly single-story houses built in the late 1960s.

It was an opportunity to retire to the waterfront lifestyle they had always loved, one they had enjoyed as newlyweds in California. Now in a new chapter of life and with their adult children and young grandchildren living nearby, this retreat seemed to be an ideal fit.

“The reason we bought the house is because we liked the setting,” Vivian says.

The house they purchased was turnkey, but not reflective of their taste.

The house had been renovated since it was first built in 1968. When they bought it, there were three entry doors, one each leading directly into a bedroom, kitchen and living room. The kitchen had dark cherry-color cabinets, uba tuba granite countertops and a peninsula cutting it off from the dining room. Closets on one side of the kitchen took up much of its floor space, making it feel very small.

previous page: A partial wall makes the living room more intimate for private conversations with guests while entertaining. Artwork by the homeowners’ son, Micah Grasse, is displayed on the partial wall.

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The kitchen and dining room are joined in an open concept. Homeworks Construction removed a peninsula that previously divided the space, and designed an island to fit within the kitchen. Closets were removed from the outer wall to create space for cabinetry and appliances.

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“I love the way my tile and the paint on my wall kind of blend together and it’s just kind of a discrete change in surface and texture from the wall to my tile in my kitchen.”

— VIVIAN GRASSE, HOMEOWNER

Despite those issues, the Grasses decided to live in the home for a couple of years to get a sense of their flow within the house. That would help determine what they wanted to improve upon through a renovation. They considered adding a second floor, but decided against it as they wanted the house to retain its 1960s waterfront-cottage feel, and they did not want to block neighbors’ views or alter the character of the neighborhood. Most of the homes on Spinnaker Isle remain single level, even after renovations.

Plus, it’s easier to age in place in a singlestory home.

They took their time researching local

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contractors for the job, attending home shows and interviewing builders. They chose Homeworks Construction, an award-winning design-build firm, for its excellent reputation.

“It’s a job we are very proud of,” says Marshall Hickox, who is at the helm of Homeworks Construction. “Many times clients are concerned they will not get the time and attention of our full design staff unless their project is a new home or large addition. Our approach has always been full service for all clients, no matter the size, scope or cost of a project.”

Homeworks Construction designed a renovation that would give the Grasses

below: The Thermador refrigerator/freezer and dishwasher are paneled in the same white shaker style as the kitchen cabinetry. Three separate windows above the sink allow the homeowners to control airflow. right: A cozy sitting area is opposite the dining table and on the other side of the wall that separates the living room. The teal lamp is from C.S. Wo & Sons and sofa from Red Knot.

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a better flow into the home and united spaces in an open concept while also creating some separation for areas to be used as they are intended.

The main entry to the home now leads to the living room, with a view of the marina straight ahead through a slidingglass door. A 16-foot vaulted ceiling provides a very open, airy feel in this space. A partial wall separates it from the kitchen and dining room on the other side.

“I didn’t want to have the living room and my kitchen-great room area all one big great room because we’re on the water and there’s a lot of noise,” Vivian explains.

While entertaining, company can sit and talk in the living room for some privacy, without leaving the party. “It’s a different setting in the same house,” she says.

The door to the powder room, which is beside the main entry, previously opened directly into a toilet. Homeworks Construction swapped its placement with the sink and vanity, the new focal points of the room. The geometric pattern of the porcelain square floor tiles complements the angular lines in the vanity, explains selections specialist Elyse Grable.

Vivian loved the color of the paint – soft blue – on the living room wall when she and Larry bought the house, so Homeworks Construction did a custom color match and used that color throughout.

“Vivian and Larry wanted their home to have a comfortable, open, calm and beachy design,” Grable says. “Vivian already knew what she wanted and had finishes selected so I helped guide her in reassuring her design decisions. She had a lot of great ideas so we talked it through and went with the finishes that would cohesively work the best in her space and overall design of the renovation.”

The most dramatic transformation was the kitchen, from dark and masculine to light and beachy.

Sean Bradshaw, kitchen and bath specialist for Homeworks Construction, left: A covered lanai beside the pool and just outside of the dining area has made a huge impact on the homeowners’ daily lives. The shade it provides allows them to enjoy the space at any time of day. A ceiling fan keeps air circulating on days when the trades are gone.

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“The powder room has such a unique and fun design.”

— ELYSE GRABLE, HOMEWORKS CONSTRUCTION

redesigned the heart of the home to be much more open and functional than it was previously. By removing the exterior door and relocating two closets, Bradshaw had more room to design usable space. These two walls now house the white shakerstyle cabinets, Thermador appliances and Cambria quartz countertops in Montgomery, designed to represent the relationship between sea and shore.

A kitchen island gives the Grasses the space they need to prepare meals and gather with friends and family while entertaining.

The dining table and a sitting area are both close by, making hosting a breeze. Wood plank tiles unify the spaces.

Vivian is very pleased with the renovation, and especially adores her kitchen. “I love the way my tile and the paint on my wall kind of blend together and it’s just kind of a discrete change in surface and texture from the wall to my tile in my kitchen,” she says.

The dishwasher and refrigerator/freezer are paneled in the cabinetry, which help to create the clean, blended look.

“I wanted to have a very subtle, calming, soothing effect, like when you walk in you feel like you are at the ocean, that this is a nice place to be,” Vivian says. “It feels so happy, peaceful, bright and relaxing.”

As much as they love the house, the Grasses enjoy spending much of their time outside. They restored the pool that is on the marina side of their home but found it to be very hot on the patio without any shade.

Homeworks Construction transformed it into a covered lanai, which is easily accessible through sliding-glass doors in the dining area.

The ceiling of the lanai is painted navy blue, which deflects the sun’s glare reflecting from the canal and allows the silver ceiling fan and white lights to stand out.

“It’s like there’s another room,” Vivian says. “We use it all the time. It’s really pleasant.” right: Homeworks Construction positioned the sink and vanity as focal points of the renovated powder room. “The powder room has such a unique and fun design,” selections specialist Elyse Grable says. The geometric pattern of the porcelain square floor tiles complements the angular lines in the vanity, she explains.

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Venture off the bustling thoroughfare of Waialae Avenue, crisscross down the cozy streets of Kaimuki and follow the sounds of joyous laughter to find Angela and Albert “Baba” Akiona with their family, bringing their newly completed home to life.

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The original property, which was purchased by Baba’s grandparents in 1932 for just $6,300, had grown weary and, after nearly 85 years, was beginning to show its age.

“The roof went out and the piping underneath went out,” Angela Akiona says. “We assessed it, tried figuring out the best way to do it, but you know it was just so old. We decided it was best to start new.”

Being that the previous home was a hub for the family, the Akionas just knew that their new home would need to be one, too. It had to be a space that connected family members spanning three generations, while also being partitioned well enough to give each person the privacy they required.

The Akionas researched a variety of customizable home packages and met with one local business, only to discover that their plans would require more revisions than they could afford.

“The person who was helping us really just dropped the ball and we felt so defeated,” Angela says. But in a turn of events, the Akionas were referred to Results Design + Planning and Results Construction, family-operated sister companies specializing in multigenerational homes. “They worked with us and our budget and they really gave the best value for our dollar,” she continues. “Some of the things were just priceless. They gave us ideas on what would be affordable and better ways to do things.”

previous page: Three generations of the Akiona family enjoy their outdoor patio together.

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The kitchenette in the front part of the home has all of the essentials, while the main kitchen is just around the corner.

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“The hardest part is you have three generations that you’re working with,” explains Maile Shimabukuro-Pascual, chief operating officer of the two Results companies. “It’s getting everybody’s wishes and wants into the house within the budget.”

Over time, the team at Results Design + Planning guided the Akiona family in shaping their new home, gathering input and implementing it to reach a final layout. The family members also brought ideas to the table, gleaning inspiration from visiting past projects that the Results team had completed. The kitchen, which is the connecting point for the entire home, is the family’s most used area.

The spacious and efficient floor plan makes it the ideal spot for hosting guests, doing homework, preparing food or talking story.

The front portion of the home features a three-bedroom, two-bathroom living area to accommodate Angela’s eldest son and daughter-in-law and two grandchildren. The clean, white kitchenette mixes well into the living room and has plenty of space for storage while still housing all of the necessary appliances.

The middle of the home features the larger main kitchen area, with bedrooms and bathrooms upstairs for Angela, Baba and their second son. right: The family often gathers around the large kitchen island, partaking in everything from talking story to cooking meals with loved ones. The kitchen layout easily accommodates the large multigenerational family with room to spare for extra guests. far right: A half pony wall was built in the shower to differentiate its look and feel from the completely open design in the master bathroom.

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“They worked with us and our budget and they really gave the best value for our dollar.”

— ANGELA AKIONA, HOMEOWNER

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“Every adult was able to design their own bathroom,” Angela says, as she laughs. “It was somewhat of a competition, you know?

When guests walk through the house, ‘Which one is your favorite bathroom?’”

The master bathroom, which Angela and Baba designed together, is connected to the main bedroom and walk-in closet for accessibility.

Various shades of blue decorate the interior, with splashes of white to break up the tones. “I loved loved loved her bathroom choices – her tile, the looks that she did – it came out really nice. She was one of the first people who did that kind of color palette. So, it was different,” says Shimabukuro-Pascual, crediting the color coordination and material choices to Angela.

The shower features a step-in design that complements the clean aesthetic of the surrounding design.

Due to the mold that eventually collects at the bottom, “I have a hard time with shower curtains; they kind of disgust me,” Angela says and laughs. “I was looking at glass doors in every bathroom.”

But the team at Results Design + Planning proposed a cost-saving alternative: Create an open shower.

“We could have definitely put in a glass door, but the shower is big enough where we don’t actually need one,” she continues.

Her son’s shower also features a curtainless shower but with a slightly different design. “We installed a half wall in there to give

far left: Multiple shades of blue merge with black and white accents to create a luxurious palette in the master bathroom. left: An open-shower design eliminates the need for a shower curtain or glass door, and also adds to the clean and simple feel of the overall design style.

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“We are so grateful for Results.

They were such a blessing to us.”

— ANGELA AKIONA, HOMEOWNER

it a different look,” Shimabukuro-Pascual says. The dark tile and wall color exude a masculine aesthetic, with touches of white to keep things interesting.

The theater room, which is one of Baba’s favorite places in the house, is another spot for the family to come together and enjoy movies on the big screen. “We got [the Akionas] close enough to where it would be useable and functional (as a theater), and then they could add on pieces as they lived,”

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Shimabukuro-Pascual says of the project.

“That makes a difference in your budget because you don’t have to spend all now to complete it.” Plush recliners and sofas fill the room, while dark walls and heavy curtains drown out any light to give viewers a fuller experience.

The Akiona family is thrilled with their new home, and glow when asked about their journey here. “We are so grateful for Results,” Angela says. “They were such a blessing to us.”

above: The theater room, originally meant to be a bedroom, is another great spot for the multigenerational family to come together, kick back and relax.

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ASK THE EXPERTS

In a place where we value ohana, an openconcept kitchen seems like a no-brainer.

Converting a home’s shared common spaces into a great room allows family and friends to come together in one large shared area. Many local homes were built long before these kinds of spaces began trending, but the team at Homeowners Design Center has the knowledge and know-how to design these conversions and provide you with the open-concept kitchen you want. “Whether you’re building or renovating a home, an open-concept kitchen is a great return on your investment,” says sales manager Randall Omoto.

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room to entertain a lot of people.” She figured out a way to create this new kitchen by opening two walls and working around a support beam that could not be removed. Keeping the beam and incorporating everything around it to make it seem as though it’s part of the design was no easy task, but Jessica Omoto made it happen. Everything — including appliances and plumbing — had to be moved and reconfigured. But in the end, the happy homeowners had the completely revamped open-concept kitchen of their dreams.

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Prep Sinks Jessica Omoto recommends incorporating a prep sink into open-concept kitchens. It’s helpful to have a secondary sink, especially with multigenerational families.

Must Haves Finding one “have to have” is helpful, she says. Whether it’s a type of flooring or countertop, it provides a starting point.

Overcoming Obstacles Obstacles are inevitable in a remodel; Jessica Omoto stresses the importance of making everything in the room look as though it’s part of the plan.

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OPEN-CONCEPT KITCHENS

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BATHROOM & PLUMBING FIXTURES

Mirabelle Ocala Free-standing Tub This bathtub’s solid surface material comes in a white gloss finish, and includes a toe-tap drain and pre-drilled integral overflow.

accessories that are available at Ferguson. Its design-driven pieces offer a range of sophisticated styles that are both beautiful and reliable. Clean, contemporary lines combined with thoughtful traditional details and on-trend transitional styling equal products to help every homeowner create a look that’s uniquely their own.

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Mirabelle Two-Piece Skirted Toilet A high-efficiency model, this toilet uses 20 percent less water than standard low-consumption toilets.

Mirabelle Hibiscus Free-standing Tub This rectangular tub is acrylic and includes an access panel for easy Roman tub-filler installation.

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PHOTOS: COURTESY OF FERGUSON BATH, KITCHEN & LIGHTING GALLERY

Fixtures to a bathroom are like accessories to an outfit — the right ones will complement and enhance an entire look. Fortunately, there are hundreds of fixture options in Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery’s 12,000-squarefoot showroom. But more than just a store, Ferguson’s savvy staff provides expert help and advice to guarantee your bathroom and plumbing fixture choices are the best picks for you and your home. “We want to make sure our customers are well-informed before buying,” says area showroom manager Clayton Gomi.

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Steve Dewald of Steve’s Gardening Service has been in the landscape business in Hawaii for more than 20 years. Here, he shares some time-proven tips for creating dynamic outdoor living spaces for your home. “It’s best practice to landscape for your life’s current chapter,” says Dewald.

When Dewald and his team plan custom landscapes for families with young children, they take care to install family-friendly plants, including nontoxic varieties without thorns and other hazards. Dewald recommends including safe playgrounds and to avoid water features until children are older.

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aged homeowners, outdoor entertaining may be a priority. In this case, a concrete or stonework patio makes for a lowmaintenance party space. “The key for building out a hardscape is to plan in conjunction with your landscape,” says Dewald. “You don’t want to build out a patio or lanai and have it end up looking like a parking lot.”

For homeowners living in tight condominium communities with less privacy, every feature should serve a purpose. Dewald suggests creating a visual screen with plants and walls to drown out noise. “Compact water features are another great option and add a playful element to smaller spaces.”

Professional Plans “Most owners have a good draft of what they are looking for and we suggest edits that will improve the value of their property for years to come.” – Steve Dewald Solid Surfaces Custom hardscapes are great options for Hawaii homeowners who utilize outdoor furniture frequently.

Concrete can be customized with coloring agents, glossy seals or stamps.

Water Works Interlocking pavers are porous and help mitigate runoff, something to consider if you live in an area with frequent rainfall.

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ITALIAN DESIGNS FOR LOCAL TASTES

Personalized Pantry Adjustable-height shelves offer an optimal solution that can be customized to meet the needs of any kitchen pantry.

innovative accessories for space utilization.

Plus Interiors owner Kent Untermann visited the Stosa facility to see the variety of kitchen solutions firsthand and is eager to offer the superior products to local homeowners.

“We all love Italian design,” he says, “but normally it’s so expensive. We’re excited about Stosa because we’re getting really beautiful Italian cabinetry at more domestic prices.”

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Handy Hideaway The Infinity folding table easily pulls out when needed and tucks away under the counter when not in use.

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Locally owned Plus Interiors offers fullservice custom cabinetry, including design, manufacturing and installation. Its newest cabinetry partner, Stosa, has been creating amazing kitchens for 50 years. Designed and produced entirely in Italy, the products are high quality yet affordable. One of Stosa’s cabinetry lines, Aleve, is meant to provide la cucina che ti offre moltissime possibilita di scelta, or “the kitchen that offers a plethora of choices.” These options include a wide range of finishes, doors with and without handles, customized organizational elements and more. The comprehensive selection offers all the bells and whistles, including

Create a Home You Love Home improvement projects for you to embrace from the inside out.

BY STEPHANIE KIM

o you love your house as a whole or have you been making do with what you have, hoping that you’ll one day be able to change things up? With the new year still fresh, take this time to consider undertaking a home improvement project to create a home you’ll love for years to come. From boosting the curb appeal with a fresh coat of paint to making an entertaining outdoor space or remodeling your kitchen or bathroom, there are numerous ways that you can spruce up your dwelling. When it comes to financing your dream renovation, HawaiiUSA FCU recommends a home equity line of credit, or HELOC. This allows you to purchase what you need, when you need it, at ease. Without further ado, let these three featured projects inspire you to get started on your dream home.

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W H AT ’ S Y O U R P R I C E P O I N T ?

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Lay the foundation of your enchanting backyard retreat by utilizing AZEK Pavers to create your outdoor patio. Made of 95 percent high-performance composite recycled material, pavers are soft on the feet, easy on the ankles and keep cool in the sun, making them ideal for hosting outdoor gatherings on a hot summer’s day.

“Painting the exterior home helps ensure the longevity of your home and it also boosts curb appeal,” says Brennan Leong of Kapili Roofing & Painting. Painting the outside of your home every five to seven years, as Leong recommends, will make sure it keeps looking bright and new.

A kitchen and bath remodel can be a major renovation project, but often yields the most benefits.

Whether you’re remodeling due to old and damaged materials or trying to expand the space, a kitchen and bath remodel will be a worthwhile undertaking.

• The cost of creating your outdoor patio will start at $15 per square foot for materials — pavers and grids — which doesn’t include preparation.

• Pavers come in an array of colors — redwood, boardwalk and olive, to name a few — and patterns, like herringbone and basket weave, plus three types of applications.

• Available to order through Rinell Wood Systems, a locally owned company that offers AZEK Building Products decks, railing, pavers and trim. ➸ best way to pay: HELOC

• The size, condition and scope of work will determine the cost; for example, the average onestory exterior paint project can cost anywhere from $4,000 to $10,000, according to Leong.

“Getting your home assessed by a professional is always the best way to determine an accurate cost of your home project,” he adds.

• Paint options include latex, oil and specialty paints — which can help cool your home or keep your walls free of unintended marks — sheens and a vibrant array of colors.

• Kapili Roofing & Painting specializes in interior and exterior residential painting, typically providing full prime and two coats of a high-quality exterior grade paint.

• Prices vary for every renovation, with some deciding to redo cabinetry and countertops while others change flooring or knock down walls. Golden Cabinets and Stone recommends considering the design and materials needed for your project first.

• Areas you can revitalize include cabinets, countertops, flooring, sinks, shower panels, and the design of your space to accommodate for cabinet spaces, pullout trash cans and more.

• Golden Cabinets and Stone’s Honolulu showroom can be your one-stop shop for materials; the staff there can help you to understand what you need. ➸ best way to pay: HELOC

➸ best way to pay: HELOC

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How much will my upgrade cost?

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2019 Home Trends Local designers share industry designs that are on the rise.

BY STEPHANIE KIM

esigners are always on top of the latest trends that we can expect to see on the home front. From 2018’s most popular trends — two-tone kitchens, distressed wood, floating shelves and white kitchens accented with warm tones — continuing on to this year’s up-and-coming ideas of matte finishes and muted colors, here’s a look at what experts are forecasting as the latest home trends that’ll keep your dwelling fresh and current.

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MIDCENTURY MODERN DESIGN is nothing new and it’s not going away anytime soon. “I think this trend is evolving and is constantly being reintroduced through different colors, furnishings, fi nishes and materials that are less fussy and informal,” says Hinano Nahinu of Pacifi c Source.

“I think we will continue to see a lot of combinations of design elements, such as form, texture, color and shape, being introduced into spaces that create a more midcentury modern and collaborative feel,” she says. “It’s a style that is popular because it’s less restricting and gives you more design freedom rather than some of the other design styles, but still remains timeless.”

Along with modern design is modern markings, where geometric and dynamic patterns take center stage, creating a sense of movement in a room.

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BRUSHED & BRASS AMONG THE BIGGEST CHANGES that Brenton Liu of Design Trends Construction forecasts are brushed tones, like brushed rose gold or brass, in appliance and fixture finishes. “We’re looking at more slate finishes and brushed, black and stainless (styles),” shares Liu. With past years’ influx of rose gold and copper accents, this boom comes as no surprise.

In fact, the combination of brass tones mixed with classic design has been coined by Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery as “Brassic.”

Brassic left: Moen Align 8-inch Widespread Bathroom Sink Faucet in brushed gold below, left: Thompson Traders Lucca Apron Front/ Specialty Kitchen Sink in hammered brass below: Capital Lighting Lyra Entrance/Foyer Pendant in aged brass

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MATTE & MUTED MATTE HAS BECOME INCREASINGLY POPULAR as an easy approach to bolder, louder colors — a major shift from glossy kitchens and appliances. “Glossy is typically going to be your contemporary look … and sometimes too much gloss can feel overly tacky, overly done,” shares Liu. “Matte, being a softer finish, is a lot more comfortable for most people. It’s not as demanding; it’s a little softer and easier for them to digest.” Meld matte black with warm light grays to create a subtle layer of intrigue and distinction.

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Liu also sees a rise in muted colors — so take inspiration from 2019’s colors of the year from Benjamin Moore, Sherwin-Williams, PPG Paints and Valspar.

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Smoldering Hues LEFT: Bosch 800 Series Wall Mounted Range Hood in black stainless steel; Bosch 800 Series French Door Refrigerator in black stainless steel; Bosch 800 Series Single Electric Wall Oven in black stainless steel RIGHT: Bertazzoni Master Series Dual Fuel Range in black RIGHT: Moen Align Pull-Out Spray Kitchen Faucet in matte black PHOTOS: COURTESY OF BERTAZZONI, BOSCH, MOEN, VARALUZ, AVAILABLE AT FERGUSON BATH, KITCHEN & LIGHTING GALLERY

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SHIFT IN SHAPES A SHIFT TO A BROADER SPECTRUM and mix of shapes, sizes and patterns is underway in the design world, from backsplashes and tile to fi xtures and décor. It’s a really good way to express yourself in the design and make it your own, remarks Liu. With backsplashes, more random, organic designs have become more common than symmetrical or staggered shapes. To incorporate this trend, decorate your home by pairing circle and square décor pieces.

Duo of the Year RIGHT: Kalco Lighting Allston Mid Sized Chandelier in black iron MIDDLE: Crystorama Anniversary Down Light Pendant in polished nickel FAR RIGHT: Metropolitan Abbondanza Entrance/Foyer Pendant in halcyon Available at Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery.

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A SMARTER HOME WITH MANY DESIGNS GEARED around the smart home, it only makes sense that “smart appliances are becoming more and more prevalent,” notes Liu. “If you can control the lights, why not control your oven, too?” he adds. Technology integration in the kitchen and bathroom improves your daily routine and helps you get things done.

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Designations Matter Why it’s important to select professionals who hold certifications.

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eing the best at a skill or trade requires education, training and practice — and so does running a successful business.

Professionals can’t just settle for simple training. Technology, regulatory and code changes have impacted how we do business and how we build. Continuing education is the key to ensure that the folks working on your home improvements can provide the best work to meet your needs.

Choosing a building professional with a designation or specialty means you are hiring someone

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Continuing to stay up to date with the latest technology, building methods and business practices is what the best in our industry do.

Many of BIA’s members have obtained designations like certified aging-in-place specialist (CAPS) and certified green professional (CGP).

It only makes sense to select a building professional with superior training, real-world experience and in-depth knowledge to work on your home.

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Be Still My Heart

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we’re here to play cupid — with adoring gift ideas for you and your special someone. Pick any one of these (or all!) and they’ll be swooning over you and your great taste this Valentine’s Day. 1. Showcase the memories.

Honis 4-inch by 6-inch Picture Frame (outer frame size 8-inch by 10-inch), $25, from Pictures Plus.

2. Shower them with flowers.

Valentine’s Day Masterpiece, $100, from Watanabe Floral — featuring one dozen extra-long red roses arranged in a clear vase or opt for the company’s exclusive red vase instead.

3. Serve them breakfast in bed.

Bamboo Bed Tray with Folding Legs, $25, from Simply Organized.

5. Snuggle up with your lovebug.

Surya Glyph 18-inch XOXO Pillows, $42, and Watson Loveseat in light gray, $799, from Red Knot.

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