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The Kitchen Cabinet
The Kitchen Cabinetby JohnCookKitchens560 N. Nimitz Hwy., Suite 216Gentry Pacific Design CenterOpen: Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.5 p.m.Tel: 599-3543Homeowners who dream of...

Family-Friendly Kitchen
The Alan family has remodeled several kitchens in the past decade. Built for their own uses, as well as for potential buyers, the Alans have plenty of experience and know what they need to do it...

Choice Kitchens
1 Mediterranean Influence Design by Kitchen Concepts Plus Inc. Photo by Macario Homeowners' Request: The kitchen remodel wa...

Kitchen Au Natural
...feel like an extension of the lush landscaping. The owners delight in their indoor/outdoor lifestyle, says Rick Cowan, of Studio Becker. The kitchen didnt fit the bright, open home. It was dark, drab, cramped. Tan tile countertops, backsplashes and floors created a sea of bland. Dark redwood cabi...

5 locan chefs equip your kitchen
...s zest to any dish with the Microplane grater. [Grate] oranges and lemons for a sauce, cookie batter or for marinades. $11.50 to $16.50. The Compleat Kitchen, 944-1741. Chef/owner Kelvin Ro, of Diamond Head Market Grill, chops, grates, blends and purees with the...

Kitchen Accomplished
...uld never consider buying a car without test driving it first. Likewise, homeowners want to see and feel cabinets, counters and flooring during the kitchen design process. One of Honolulus answers to homeowners is Homeowners Design Center. The family-owned company is a convenient, one-stop shop f...

Nana's Kitchen
...en if they are a little cliché. She might also remind you that, If it aint broke, dont fix itan old proverb that guided one grandmothers new Nuuanu kitchen remodel. Anderson replaced harsh, overhead fluorescents with soft lighting from pendants and recesse...

By the Way, Do You Do Kitchens?
...san Palmer Designs, could supply some famously well-engineered and green Miele appliances, she didnt think her almost 25 years experience designing kitchens in Hawaii would be much of a factor. But then came the follow-up question: By the way, do you do kitchens?...

Culinary Kitchen
...ars now, the upstairs remnant apartment space hasn't met Ro's vision. Consequently, Ro hired Homeworks Construction to turn it into a demonstration kitchen. With its completion, 3158 Monsarrat begins a new phase and realizes Ro's long-time dream. "Downstairs we have a unique operation, where there...

Country Kitchen, City Kitchen
Its a tale of two kitchens. One in a condo, semi-hidden among the lush foliage of Kaneohe Bay. The other is perched in a high-rise, fronting a busy intersection of Ala Moana....

Ferguson Bath, Kitchen and Lighting Gallery
...or planning to remodel an existing one. Better yet, many of those shiny appliances and fixtures actually work. Ferguson Bath, Kitchen and Lighting Gallery 925 Kokea St. Open: Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat., 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Tel: 832-7474...

Kitchen Designers - Which one’s right for you?
The kitchen renovation is still one of the best investments you can make. Just turn to the latest home-improvement television shows for proof. If youre ready to s...

EMEE Kitchens & Baths LLP
EMEE Kitchens Baths is a complete kitchen and bath design and supply company.EMEE Kitchens Baths features a new showroom in the Harbor Center in Aiea. The show...

Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery
Looking for distinctive products to remodel your home? Ferguson Bath, Kitchen Lighting Gallery lets you explore the possibilities like nowhere else. From classic beauty to the latest trends and leading-edge technology, Fergu...

Highline Kitchen Systems
Highline Kitchen Systems creates personalized kitchens and bathrooms, with a focus on timeless appeal. According to certified kitchen designer Alex Butchart, the key...

HPM Building Supply's Kitchen and Bath Showrooms
Mark Abril, merchandising manager for HPM Building Supplys Kitchen and Bath Showroom, says that, after he or another designer has drawn out a kitchen design, they ask the homeowners to close their eyes and walk thr...

21st Annual Great Kitchen & Bath Tour

The Kitchen Cabinet
If you thought you couldnt afford new cabinets without going to a big-box store, think again. The Kitchen Cabinet, by JohnCookKitchens, is now open, with a complete line of affordable cabinets to fit your every need! Youve known the quality and high leve...

EMEE Kitchens & Baths LLP
EMEE Kitchens Baths LLPHarbor Center98-029 Hekaha St., Bldg. 5, Suite 1, AieaOpen: Mon-Sat. 9-3484-5354emeekitchens.com EMEE Kitchens Baths specializes in total...

The Complete Kitchen
Photo courtesy of JohnCookKitchensFrom the same manufacturers of the prestigious Bellmont Cabinetry line comes Amero Cabinetry, available at JohnCookKitchens. Geared toward clients who...

The Complete Kitchen Page 2
SmartiesWhen you don't have all day to devote to cooking and cleaning (or even when you do), these intelligent appliances take the "work" out of the kitchen by speeding up and perfecting the process. Photo courtesy of ThermadorSpeed up. Thermador's Cooksmart series allows you to easily convert your favorit...

The Complete Kitchen Page 3
TIPWhen it comes to kitchens, one size doesn't fit all. Consider the ages and heights of your family members when making decisions for your kitchen. If you're planning for a mult...

Ask the Expert: What should I consider when remodeling my kitchen?
Ask the Expert: What should I consider when remodeling my kitchen?Professional advice from industry leader Glenda Anderson, of Details International

Highline Kitchen Systems

The Cottage at Kau Hale
...le-floor residence into two main areas. The left half houses the master bedroom suite and office, while the rest of the home is divided up into the kitchen, laundry room, two guest suites and entrance to the outdoor pool. There is private access from the left wing to the outside, as well as to the...

What You See Is What You Will Get
...red Brazilian granite covers the countertops. Honey-toned paint invites you into each room. Viking appliances round out the high-end yet functional kitchen. We chose a neutral, resort palette. The Watermark is different, and we tried to convey an elegant relationship to the environment, Staub exp...

Advertise
...Remodeling readers are homeowners. Our high-income audience believes in homeownership and regularly reads Hawaii Home + Remodeling for information on kitchens and bathrooms, outdoor living, interior design and a host of other home improvement topics. Please contact our Advertising Director, Michelle McGu...

Come On In
...nce Building Remodeling Awards. The owners and architects philosophies are visible throughout this distinctly Hawaiian home. We also profile kitchen designers here. We enjoyed learning what makes them tick, how they get inspiration for a great kitchen, whats cookin at home. If youre looking for a...

Designed Right
Whats hot in the kitchen? Meet some of Honolulus top kitchen designers to find out. The 16 people profiled represent some of the most sizzling in kitchen design. They...

No-Sweat Cooling
...tensive Kolbe line, Island Home Building Materials is a home building and remodeling one-stop shop. The showroom stocks appliances, countertops and kitchen designs. Hawaii Glass Block is the states exclusive supplier of Pittsburgh Corning Glass Block. Glass block windows and enclosures offer more...

Center of Attention
For many, the kitchen is the heart of the home. For homeowners Tony and Jaclene Ngai, its the heart and soul. An architect and builder, Tony Ngai designed their home arou...

Extra Remodeling Resources
...ent 1000 Uluhia St., Suite 308 Kapolei, HI 96707 523-4429, sewer connection permit Confirms sewer availability and existing sewer easements. National Kitchen Bath Association (NKBA) Aloha Chapter www.nkba.org As the only trade association dedicated exclusively to the kitchen and bath industry, the NKBA is...

Home Maintenance Checklist
...ill run more efficiently with clean coils. Also, stock up! A full refrigerator uses less energy than an empty one.Faucets: Check for leaky faucets in kitchen and bathroom(s). Replace washers as necessary.Windows and Doors: Seal drafty doors and windows. If you added up all of the small cracks where heating...

Summer's Best
...d, modern colors: mushroom, green and white, $130, for a single-color set of 20. SOHA: Maldive 5-piece silverware set, $24. The Compleat Kitchen: Spun vinyl placemats (sand slate), $16.50 each. Bamboo table riser, $35 (medium). Wood chopsticks, $1.25. Natural Sophistication: Simplis...

Into The Blue
...ike sea creatures, call on local artist Thomas Deir. Tile mosaics are his specialty. His hand-painted porcelain tiles are perfect for personalizing kitchens, baths and, especially, pools. Sea turtles, maile lei and dolphins by Thomas Deir Studios bring flat pool floors to life. I especially like...

High-Tech Household
...enaus entry into the modular concept, where refrigerator and freezer come in separate columns that you can mix and match and place anywhere in your kitchen. The columns are recognized by ENERGY STAR, meaning they help to protect the environment and save you money on your electric bills. Of course, no se...

Killer Cabinets
...of fine cabinetryÃs we discovered right here on Oahu, with three of Hawaiis leading cabinetmakers. Kitchen cabinetry in African mahogany, by Layout Etc. Inc. Photo by Tomas Del Amo. HUMBLE BEGINNINGS Tom Zelko, of King Zelko Ha...

Counter Points
...n around as long as the Stone Age. Its pure, unrefined charm and wide range of textures, shapes and colors will never lose their appeal. For kitchen and bath countertops, many designers recommend mixing and matching Space Age and Stone Age to create a well balanced, functional and aesthetically b...

Waimea Modern
...nge. The flooring, which runs at an interesting diagonal, is a wood fron Vanuatu called black bean, which was milled in New Zealand. The kitchen is another expanse of angles, a trapezoidal space that is a culmination of the homes long, angled design. Its 10-by-14-by-4-foot island mimics the r...

Bathing Beauties
...l to local basalt but easier on your pocket. Bella Pietra also carries more traditional vanity sinks in basalt, along with tubs and farmhouse kitchen sinks. The company imports natural stone and related products from all over the world, including marble, granite, slate, quartzite, travertine, lime...

He Said, She Said
...ions since its construction in the 1950s. The need to renovate the house gave them an opportunity to revisit the floor plan, including the outdated kitchen. The couple agreed that their main objective was to create a friendly, open space. They went as far as tearing down the wall between the old dining...

Joyful Sanctuary
...Nature takes center stage in verdant Manoa Valley. One Manoa homeowner wanted to incorporate this natural beauty into the heart of her new kitchen. "I wanted a kitchen that was open to the outdoors and had an easy flow through the rest of the house," says the homeowner. "I wanted it to be...

Island Grills & Outdoor Products
...9 www.islandgrills.biz Island Grills Outdoor Products caters to the popular migration of our kitchens into our backyards. The company's barbecues and outdoor islands offer self-sufficient oases; somewhere to grill sirloin, toss crisp veggies in the...

Silicone Solutions
...ou ask from bakeware? Check out the Sleekstor�,,� collapsible silicone measuring cups that expand for use, and contract for storage, $23. Then, the Kitchen Zone's six-cup muffin pan is made with commercial-grade silicone to take the heat and cook evenly, $18.50. And, the flexible silicone baking sheet b...

Fit to a Tee
...A gracious formal living area seamlessly links to an expansive lanai. Just off the dining area is a roomy kitchen, which features marble countertops and the latest high-tech appliances. Since the couple occasionally caters their parties, the kitchen and its comm...

Editor's Choice: The Tree House
...The lower level is a carport, mud room, storage and a noisy video game room. The main level includes the children's rooms, entertainment, lanai and kitchen. The top level features loft ceilings and is home to the master suite. The home's local feeli...

Green Genes
...add photovoltaic panels to generate electricity for lights and appliances. Other eco-friendly elements include Energy Star appliances in the kitchen, and windows throughout manufactured with low-emissivity glass. Low-E coatings are microscopically thin layers of metallic oxide bonded to the glas...

Unspoiled Luxury
Everyone dreams of a new kitchenespecially a beautiful remodel. But when this couples new Royal Summit kitchen was done, the wife didnt want to move back in. Its so new and clean, s...

Updating Modernity
...ers and other accents are crowned by copper and stainless patina. Considering that Dangler Construction primarily focuses on creating unique kitchen and bath designs, its no surprise that the new kitchen area is a standout. There was a little, closed-in kitchen and a tiny adjacent room. They wer...

Natural Wonder
...e their days on the wind and surf conditions, a beautiful view is more than a luxury, its a necessity. In building their new Haiku home, the kitchen played a major role. To help with the design and cabinetry, Robby called on his long-time Oahu friends at King Zelko Hawaiian Woodworks. Being born...

For Ewa
...(left): The Nuuanu has four enclosed lanai, two in the front, two in the back. (right): The Palehua spacious kitchen and family room. Customer input and past experience taught the developers that Haleakeas homes would have to be energy efficien...

16 Great Buys for $5K
KITCHEN AIDE Photo courtesy of Dacor One teaspoon oregano, 1/4-cup brown sugar and Ã/oo...

Restored Energy
...at are self-cooling, which turn themselves off when they get too hot. Grateful for its return to Old-Hawaii style, this Nuuanu kitchen is luminous. The original kitchen was built in the popular style of the 20s, with high ceilings, wide-open windows with sweeping garden views and w...

Above & Beyond
...Sleek lines along with all the right curves give you a show-stopping kitchen faucet. With Grohe's SilkMove® technology, water flow and temperature are controlled with a flick of your fingertips. Available in StarLight® chrom...

Surface Style
...south shore. Expansive properties with luxurious spacesvaulted ceilings, sprawling great rooms, apartment-size master bathrooms and restaurant-like kitchenscall for elegant floors. According to Nick Nye, of Custom Marble Design, many homeowners create a sense of place with plantation-inspired mate...

Viking Centric
Design integrity is a term that designers use to describe continuity in a project. In a kitchen, it means that design elements follow a single style or color scheme, determined by the focal appliance, countertop material or cabinet style. To ma...

Sharing the Spotlight
"My kitchen was very '80s, as my nieces would tell me," laughs homeowner Kathy Sakuma. Kathy and her husband, Roy Sakuma, an authority of ukulele instruction, b...

Come On In
...cently learned that there is a price to pay when being cheap. My nephews were coming for a weeks visit, and I needed two wood chairs for the kitchen. I was looking for basic, nothing-special, affordable $50 chairs. And, I was firm about my $50 budget. Should have been simple, right? I loo...

Built To Last
...0 employees, from receptionist through designers through carpenters. Over the years, the design/build team has completed hundreds of projects, from kitchen and bath renovations to large custom residences. Graham Builders Inc. 1144 Young S...

Mosaics, Medallions & Murals
...bringing the outdoors in, Rockwell also recommends trying out the versatile coral fossil stone indoors, as, for example, an artistic element on a kitchens backsplash. And, because the stones composition allows large blocks to be chiseled, sculpted and smoothed, Stoneworld also suggests using it for el...

Concrete Accord
...ndow designed by him and manufactured by Honolulu Stained Glass. Twenty-five years of loving use took its toll on the original kitchen. Late one night, the Wests awoke to a loud crash. They came downstairs to find fallen cabinets and shattered dishes on the floor. The old pressboard...

Condo Concepts
...andcrafted Cabinets in maple melamine with a cherry finish, were painted green to reflect the lush valley and old Nuuanu style. Kitchens are evolving. What were previously enclosed, food-preparation stations with just enough room for one cook are now central gathering hubs for the f...

Andean Stone/A3 Elements
...ne is the only material that comes in 3/8-inch-thick slabs in large sizes up 36x 96, or as big as a door. The travertine is used in everything from kitchen and bathroom countertops to pool decks and window sills. Available in 33 colors and multiple finishes, Peruvian travertine is also commonly used as...

Come On In
Aimee Harris, editor October is Kitchen Bath month! To have some fun, we asked locally recognized chefs to vouch for their Top 5 cooking gadgets for cuisine cooking at home. To get their...

Paradise for Rent
...For rentals, you could have two families in the house, one downstairs and one upstairs. Downstairs, the entryway opens into a spacious kitchen and living area, with custom mahogany sliding doors that let in breeze and brightness. Giallo Antico granite kitchen counter- and island-tops nicel...

A Couple's Space
A central kitchen island serves as the focal point of the great room. The soft canary-colored walls contrast with olive trim on the steel beams. A composite counterto...

American Cabinetry
...e opened in 2000, our showroom has never been finished, laughs American Cabinetrys vice president, Steve Pak, of his Mapunapuna showroom. Whole new kitchen displays, the latest countertop materials and fresh appliances continuously update the space. America...

Come On In
...Terry Rollman publisher Looking for a designer kitchen? On a tight budget? Check out the displays at Studio Becker's showroom in the Gentry Pacific Design Center. The design company is clearing out a bat...

Holiday Gift Guide 2006
...nd $1,800. INTO, 536-2211, 40 N. Hotel St., www.intohonolulu.com. Executive Chef: The AeroGardenthe worlds first kitchen garden appliancegrows gourmet herbs using NASA-tested aeroponic technology (no dirt!) faster than any other method.A must for the discriminating gou...

Fiddler's
...Fiddler, showroom manager. Plus, the family founded the national Decorative Hardware Trade Association. Bill Jr. sat on the board for the National Kitchen Bath Association. Both Bill and Denise travel to the Mainland three or four times a year to look at new products. Although roughly 60 percent of t...

New Turkey Day Traditions
...and centerpieces, try these season-inspired, paper leaves, $7 each. Serve butter and other condiments in ceramic foliage, $5 and $7. The Compleat Kitchen, Ala Moana Shopping Center, 944-1741. Ceramic turkeys keep the salt and pepper shaking, $8, from Macys, Ala Moana Shopping Center, 945-6573....

Servco Home & Appliance Showroom
...s, we needed to show a lot of choices, because the range of appliances grows constantly. The second objective was to have 13 of Honolulus top kitchen and bath designers build 22 kitchen vignettes. Aside from a list of appliances, we gave them free rein, Washofsky says. We didnt know what we were...

Everything In Its Place
...and center, where homeowners keep track of day-to-day business. Rick Cowan, of Studio Becker, says that because the command center is often in the kitchen or great room, their job is to blend the potentially unsightly space in with the character of the home. We organize the interior of the space to hid...

The Model Viking
...i and master suites, along with functional perks, such as Energy Star®-rated central air and low-emissions, dual-pane windows. For the model homes kitchen, Gentry chose to feature high-end appliances by Viking Range Corp. The major reason we chose Viking is...

Come On In
...aimeeh@pacificbasin.net CORRECTION: Januarys Great Kitchen article, Nanas Kitchen, was paired with the incorrect Where To Get It suppliers list. We regret the error. Below is the correct information....

Kailua Cucina
...ake this central Italian region one that people dream of visiting. Instead of just imagining themselves there, one Kailua couple transformed their kitchen into a Tuscan cucina. It started with a dining room wall mural of an Italian hillside. I am inspired by Italy, says homeowner Chris Siebenthal....

Aloha State Sales
...to offer competitive prices. Now, we can go from custom-designed template to computer to cutter and, in 15 to 20 minutes, produce a finished kitchen countertop, compared to three hours by hand! says Sharp, barely containing a boyish thrill for his new mega-power tools. The waterjet is a 60...

Regeneration
...fortable living, totally durable and looks fabulous, she says. One request by the homeowner was to get her kidswho are used to eating at the kitchen counterto start sitting down for family dinners. To make the dining room equally inviting, Jackson chose Pacific Home pieces that are light enough t...

Simply Gorgeous
...struction, the general contractor, started at the center of the house. He designed a 1,200-square-foot great room (living room, formal dining room, kitchen and breakfast bar), which replaced the dark, dingy, mazelike interiors with the light and volume of a wide-open space. He expanded the overall foot...

The Art of Collaboration
...for a new home to getting it constructed, the owner typically works at different stages with an architect, a contractor, an interior designer and a kitchen designer. But certified kitchen designers Rick Cowan and his sister Tiare Cowan-Broad believe that a better way is for everyone to collaborate, the...

Worth the Wait
When I walked into the kitchen for the first time, for whatever reason, this was my house, says Maui-based chef Bev Gannon. However, before owning the house, she had to settle for...

Tile Effex
...you to design with liberty: create a theme, invoke a mood or define a space. Tile can be manipulated to fashion a warm and inviting entranceway, a kitchen that boasts great taste, a family area that oozes Island charm. If personalizing your home sounds appealing, think of tile as a canvas for your...

Classic Kahala
...house? Not a chance. Thats how you know we are local: We fixed up the yard before the house, says the homeowner. We have remodeled the kitchen, and we still need to make a few minor repairs, but other than that, the house will remain as is. They made homes well in the old days, and this hou...

Hardware Hawaii
...can find everything you need to build a home. Everything you see here, we sell, Lanning says. From the flooring and carpeting to the bath and kitchen, drywall and lumber. All the lighting, windows, cabinets, fixtures and appliances. Our mission is to provide a complete selection of products to bui...

Eco-Elements Built In
...om cozy condos to luxurious dream homes. It also means building green. Haleakea kitchen If we can make the home more efficient through green building, then it saves the buyer money every month and reduces t...

Eco-Rejuvination
The residence was a traditional Kailua Beach plantation-style house built before World War II. Inside was a spacious kitchen, but one that hadnt been remodeled in 25 years. Although well designed for the period, the kitchen was dark and the salty air of the trade winds had...

Paper or Plastic?
...front. The simplehuman® Cabinet Mount Trash System is ideal for the kitchenits chrome-plated, steel frame easily mounts to the inside of a cabinet door with just four screws. A convenient, integrated bag holder on the frame...

A Green Cleaning
...whitener and brightener), $2.99, from Safeway; Planet dish soap, $3.79, from Safeway; Mrs. Meyers Lemon Verbena Surface Scrub $8, from The Compleat Kitchen; Method dish soap, $5.49, from Foodland; Caldrea stainless-steel cleaner, $12.55, from Gift and Gourmet; Simple Green All-Purpose Cleaner, $4.69, fr...

Elbow Room
Cramped, dark and stuck in the 70s, the well-worn Hawaii Kai kitchen was designed for what was originally a retirement community. The homeowners knew it could not accommodate a family with four growing kids and one (...

3 Mile Nimitz
...d. Inside Addition Suite 123 531-7300 www.insideaddition.com e. JohnCookKitchens Suite 215B 599-3533 www.johncookkitchens.com f. Kitchen Concepts Plus Suite 202 524-6656...

Painting ABC's
...smooth, rich surfaces. But, flat finishes are difficult to clean and the paint may even rub off with repeated scrubbing. Especially on walls in a kitchen or child's play area, use resilient semigloss paints, he says. Pang recommends City Mill's Royal Islander semigloss enamel paint by The Sherwi...

Home Free
...g for the best way to do things." Wasco Builders specializes in additions, new homes and extensive remodels, although it does take on smaller kitchen and bathroom remodels. Most of the work is done in-house and with a talented team that has been with Wasco for years. The team gives him an extensiv...

A Sunset Sunset
...and his wife, Jenny, began an extensive remodeling of the three-bedroom, two-bathroom home. A woodworking company, King and Zelko, provided the koa kitchen cabinets, and its sister company, Bali Boo, supplied the Asian- and Pacific-themed furniture, and Coastal Windows installed the home's oversize win...

A Wall Apart
When Skip and Janet Byron bought their four-bedroom Kailua home seven years ago, they loved every inch of itexcept for the kitchen. They were mainly discontented with a wall separating the kitchen and living room, making it impossible for anyone in either room to share in conve...

Year of the Dog
...you ask from bakeware? Check out the Sleekstor⢠collapsible silicone measuring cups that expand for use, and contract for storage, $23. Then, the Kitchen Zone's six-cup muffin pan is made with commercial-grade silicone to take the heat and cook evenly, $18.50. And, the flexible silicone baking sheet b...

Up to the Challenge
...trail-blazing opportunities awaited Anderson in a home perched high up in Aiea Heights. When I came into the house, I saw a completely unfunctional kitchen. The family could not entertain, and they were not enjoying it at all, Anderson says. The original kitchen, squeezed next to a hallway, had barely e...

Storing the Storage Containers
In Cooking as Therapy, Louis Parrish wrote, If you can organize your kitchen, you can organize your life. Much of a familys time is spent in the kitchen. Its not only the location of various gadgets, appliances, tools and fo...

Come On In
...ached bottle opener, $34, from Macys. terryr@pacificbasin.netCorrection: Carolyn Pace in Mays Designed Right article was misidentified as a certified kitchen designer. We regret the error.

Customizing and Collaborating
...ients well, because you are with them day in and day out, says Breck Dangler, of Dangler Construction Inc.Dangler, a general contractor and certified kitchen designer, has built a great working relationship with one particular homeowner, who entrusted Dangler to completely gut and remodel three condos in a...

In Your Grill
...ion, as well as two 18,000 Btu side burners, electro-polished stainless-steel grates and V-shape even-heat channels.Build the Epicure into an outdoor kitchen, or place it in Dacors Outdoor Grill Cart. Either configuration readily makes room for Dacors 24-inch Warming Oven.52-inch Epicure grill, $5,040, Outd...

Party Central
...ondary { display: block; margin: 0 auto 5px; text-align: center; } A beadboard design draws the eye upward, while the subtle arch frames the kitchen area. Below these aesthetic elements await a matrix of functionality: independent islands, multiple workstations, a passthrough window and a working d...

Welcome Home
...ne involved. They just said, Lets make this work. 11. Beginning her portion of the makeover with color, Norton took inspiration from the kitchens slate-colored floor tile. With a color-scheme percolating, Norton turned to Benjamin Moore Paints to come up with a color called Millstone Gray for t...

A Developer's Story
...im children who were still living with Harry and wife Angie at the time. The home would have a formal dining room that could seat 12, and a big, airy kitchen, able to feed and accommodate large crowds. Kim also wanted to start doing most of his work from home. Therefore, his new house needed office spacean...

Cream of the Crop
...s Design Center Clients must-haves and wish list: This older Nuuanu homes living space was divided into four very separate areas, which included the kitchen, a small den and the dining and living rooms. The clients needed a larger kitchen that would unite all the living areas, while offering an increased u...

Haute Stuff
...nobtrusive. Mieles motorized height-adjustable island ventilation hood (price not yet available). Available at American Cabinetry, 838-7770. The Kitchen Bath Industry Show, by the National Kitchen and Bath Association, is an annual forum for field professionals (and well-informed homeowners). For info...

Big Island
..._get_it dt { float: left; padding-right: 0.5em; font-weight: bold; } dl#where_to_get_it dd { margin: 0.5em 0; } Omotos cure for this boxedinkitchen: Knock down the wall, carve out a vaulted ceiling, install a breakfast nook and bay window, and lay down a really big island. The house was half...

Zen Master
Legend:A1-A4=Living Areas, B1-B2=Dining Areas, C=Kitchen, D1-D3=Bedrooms The world certainly turns, when viewed from the lanais 180-degree vantage point: Surfers jockey for position at China Walls....

Classic Rock
...enance. Stone is sometimes considered pricey, but industry insiders who know value offer their ideas of how to get itwithout going over budget.In the KitchenThe price of granite definitely has come down, and competition in the local market is the driving force behind this trend, says Valerie Chan, of LF Int...

Manualua Secret
Cross ventilation in the kitchen? Hardly a problem, as it opens on three sides to the covered lanai, open deck and the Pacific Ocean beyond. The master b...

Plantation Style
Design Pointers. The kitchen's look and feel connects the indoors with the outside with natural elements, such as the woven-style chairs, the hardwood floors and maple island coun...

Green Street
...w is paying extra attention to the details: nine-foot ceilings, both upstairs and downstairs; spacious walk-in showers; designer Canac nutmeg-stained kitchen cabinets; a downstairs bedroom for an extended family or guest, or to function as an office; and a really nice-size covered lanai. Theyre all included...

A Family Affair
"It's a miracle, you know!"says Nora Kamai of her daughters shining new Kaimuki kitchen. Having lived with the before kitchen since the original house was rebuilt in 1979, Nora should know just how dramatically different the after really...

Hiring Tips for Homeowners
...nt to the board, and the contractors license can be jeopardized.Licensing also has insurance requirements, adds Mark Olson, president of the National Kitchen and Bath Association, Aloha Chapter. Although licensing doesnt guarantee youll get quality work, its a very good indication, a step in the right direc...

Master Craftsmen
...ilation, natural light, roof ridge vents and engineered materials were the norm at the company. Build New or Re-DoSeminars: at Ferguson Bath and Kitchen Gallery, 925 Kokea St., every last Tuesday of the month, 6 to 8 p.m.Radio Show: KHVH News Radio 830, Saturdays, 1 to 2 p.m.HK Construction Inc.905 Fac...

7 Steps to 'Sold'
..., and interior designer Tiare Noelani Cowan, of Archipelago, Refined Island Interiors, to tame that monster and turn For Sale into Sold.1. Update the Kitchen BathA new kitchen and bath will help to sell the house the fastest, and raise the homes value most, Chang says. New cabinets, new countertop surfaces...

Fresh Ideas
Colorful Kitchen Accessories Brighten up your kitchen and your day with fun-colored food preppin' tools. Big, beautiful bowls like this one are just...

Viking Allure
...a good time is an at-home epicurean experience, the real treat is inside. Every one-, two- and three-bedroom residence is equipped with an all-Viking kitchen.The Allure Waikiki features a gourmet kitchenand Viking is our standard appliance package, says Amy Phelps, of developer Fifield Building Icons. Each...

A Warm Welcome
...snt loud, but it wasnt neutral. Something about it drew the homeowner in. She had spotted it while perusing color palettes in her designers showroom, Kitchen Concepts Plusand as soon as she saw it, she knew. Thats what she wanted for her new kitchen.Its a nice, quiet color, agrees Michael L. Smith, CMKBD, o...

Kailua Hideaway
...w a luxurious master bedroom and bathroom. B: The central living area features sliding glass doors to let in both courtyard and ocean views. C: The kitchen remained the same, except for an extension of the windows. D: The old master bedroom wing is now split into three guest rooms, each with a full bath....

Cleanse & Rejuvenate
...ass, copper bronze and pearl bronze (pictured here), from Pacific Ceiling Fans. Plantation Contemporaryby Shelley Tanner, CKD, of JohnCookKitchens Photo by Kyle Rothenborg. Size was the challenge for this bathroom makeover. The hom...

Hapa Landscape
...al Images Around the pool, Sekimizu designed and installed a wide, flowing flagstone deck, which now anchors the homeowners fully equipped outdoor kitchen, fire pit and outdoor furniture. Beyond the stone deck is a lawn of el toro zoysia; this tranquil sea of green makes the space seem even larger than i...

The Second Time Around
...makes the most of deep recesses. Hidden inside are a series of pull-out shelves. Designer Pak even incorporated drawers into the island for maximum kitchen storage that is easy to use. The kitchens four entrances were a challenge. The designer skillfully in...

Wide Open
...en one leans against it, the burners ignite. While Mrs. Hollars picked out most of the items for the kitchen, her husband chose the impressive 36-inch cooktop and professional-grade faucet. He doesnt even cook, she jokes, but he does wash dishes....

Fresh Ideas
...33. Be whimsical and dainty with this chrome-plated novelty Tea Infuser by SCI Cuisine Internationale, $3.75, from The Compleat Kitchen Ala Moana Center, 944-1741. Say goodbye to messy drips with this helpful gadget. It fits on the teapot spout and ensures a clean...

Private Retreat
...The master bath includes high windows in the shower area that let in natural light and offer picturesque views of Bluestone's eucalyptus trees. The kitchen and baths, however, were almost perfect. The previous homeowner had renovated them entirely. We were very impressed with the quality of the constructi...

Less is Best
...a box. If none are used in a month, toss the box without opening it. Decluttering makes everyone feel better, Cowan says.Bring this exercise into the kitchen. Put all of your utensils in a box. Take items out as you need them. Anything left in the box after a month can be tossed, Galvin suggests. Get rid of...

Great Flow
...ir new house to be great. More specifically, they wanted it to have a really grand great room. They wanted the room to include a masterfully designed kitchen that gracefully flowed into the dining and sitting areas. Those spaces had to seamlessly transition to the back yard, which included an expansive lana...

Delightful Addition
...t started 10 years ago, when Clark Jacksons Porsche 911 caught on fire in his garage. The entire garage burned down, including a wall shared with the kitchen. Even though Jackson and his wife, Andrea Pfeil, rebuilt the garage, the patch job in the kitchen was pretty evident. That wasnt the only problem in t...

Daltile
...uare tile. The 3-inch accent dots are interchangeable, so homeowners need not match up their floor tile or backsplash to say, the granite used in the kitchen countertop. Instead, that very same granite can be the accent. Cuts allow us to bring another dimension into the tile, Pasternak says.For a tumbled tr...

Of Land and Sea
...g objectives included creating a place where they could relax, entertain guests and occasionally catch up on a bit of work. Back in Napa, the couples kitchen often hosts local chefs, so a gourmet kitchen was also a must. The Makena homes first level features a gourmet kitchen complete with a La Cornue range...

“If it’s Good Enough for Sam, It’s Good Enough for Me.”
When the homeowner set about designing his new home, proper placement of the kitchen was key. If you look at the house, all of the other rooms feed into the kitchen, he says. Its the entertainment center of the house. The homes grand k...

Visual Impression
...from the lanai. Unfortunately, the condos original interior wasnt nearly as awesome. Built in 1971, it was the epitome of 70s stylea dark, closed-off kitchen, textured ceilings and drab décor. The homeowners needed help, so they took the advice of a friend, who recommended Michael L. Smith, CMKBD, of Kitche...

Fresh Ideas - Counter Culture
An extra-large utensil caddy is great for the extra-enthusiastic cook. OXO Good Grips stainless steel utensil holder, $25, Compleat Kitchen, Kahala Mall, 737-5827.Feature favorite photos by displaying them in a prominent spot. The LCD screen plays slideshows of your most treasured moments....

Green Life
...newspaper (worms are vegan, meaning they dont eat any animal products, including meat or dairy).I was skeptical. A bin of slimy worms, sitting in my kitchen, eating my rubbish didnt sound all that great. But, within a week, I noticed a difference. My rubbish bin didnt smell like putrefied onion soup, and I...

Mixed Media
...utiful as possible and allow every inch to be lived in by her and her three kids. Located just off the kitchen, the main dining room works both as a formal gathering place and as a hub for after-school snacking. To address co...

Putting Roots Down
...own outside. Cut flowers can last awhile, says Long. Theres a white ginger that has a wonderful fragrance to it. Its a nice plant to bring into the kitchen Anthurium: one-leaf beauties Anthuriums are quite possibly one of the most distinctive tropical flowers in existence. They c...

{Mod}ern Style
...gives a more organized and contemporary look, says Pasternak. Circles and imperfect rectangles converge on the countertop at the kitchen island in this Kailua home. Customers are actually asking us to cut geometric patterns into concrete, and then diamond polish it, says Jamie McGuire,...

Modern Minimalist
While cruising Dole Cannery at Iwilei, the homeowners were struck by Susan Palmer Designs showroom. Sharp, yet simple kitchen designs by Pedini beckoned them inside. They had always dreamed of having a nice, modern kitchen, and when they walked in, they fell in love with Pedi...

All Goodness and Light
During the remodeling process, Dangler created a temporary kitchen for the homeowners using the old sink and countertop. He also made sure the lights were functional. Its something he does in all his kitchen remodels,...

American Cabinetry
...Stepping into the American Cabinetry showroom on Kauai is like walking into a dream home. A cherry-wood and bamboo bar is followed by a 20-foot-long kitchen crafted of African mahogany. Around the corner, a cherry-wood dining room precedes a bedroom, which features floating cabinets made of cherry wood and...

Showroom - Hawaii Woodcrafts
Hawaii Woodcrafts can incorporate certified, non-formaldehyde lumber in customers' kitchen design plans. The scent that permeates the workshop is a mixture of sawdust and wood stains. Several unfinished pr...

Big Island Bungalow
...ls. The room also includes art niches, perfect for displaying her many antique instruments.The main floor encompasses the living areas, including the kitchen and dining room. This is the first room to catch the suns rays in the morning, and it stays bright all day. In the kitchen, Woodbury installed sandy t...

Staying on the Sunny Side
...er and brown, gets its visual interest from splashes of green and bits of orange. The color scheme, shown here in the bedroom, extends throughout the kitchen and living area as well. Through smart planning, Johnsson turned the environmental features into attractive design statements,...

Energy Stars
...from $318 to $710 at The Bathroom Store.Viking Electric Combination Steam/Convect OvensSpeed equals efficiency when it comes to saving energy in the kitchen. Vikings new electric oven offers the extra-speedy, dual power of steaming and convection cooking. Six cooking functions offer a variety of combinatio...

The GREEN ROOM
...$15Coyuchi Baby Jinko BlanketFrom Fine Linens and Furnishings. The super-soft linens harbor non-skin-irritating chemicals. Kaye Fawcett, owner. $120KitchenTotally Bamboo Scoop SetFrom Executive Chef. Perfect companions for your flour, sugar and coffee containers. $16.95 per setBamboo Kitchen TowelsFrom Ex...

The New Kamaaina
...ything, from bamboo floors to a metal roof, copper gutters and everything in between. What else do you need? asks the homeowner, standing in his cozy kitchen. Every room is filled with light and has a view. Everyday, I swim out to the reef and see turtles and thousands of tropical fish. You dont need anythi...

Eco-subconscious
...of a new, two-story, plantation-style home.The home features a flowing floor plan with open-beam construction, centered on an immense island and the kitchen. The kitchen focal point offers the perfect illustration of the homes green substance. Framing its three walls and covering the ceiling is unfinished...

Thinking Outside the Frying Pan
...Forest Stewardship Council-certified cabinetry and water-saving appliances are just two of the green features available in this stylish kitchen. A new, LEED-certified condominium community has taken shape on Maui. It shares its name with a beach close by cal...

Come on In - May 2008
...also picked a favorite entranta fantastic new home on Mauifor our 2008 Editors Choice Award. Start dreaming on page 16. Thinking of starting your own kitchen remodel? Turn to page 42 to read about some of the best designers in the business, located right here in Hawaii. If its outdoor solace youre looking f...

Magical Tradition
...Started It All The beautiful blue and beige tones visible throughout the homes living areas were inspired, believe it or not, by the Blue Makauba kitchen countertop. Its a material our builder, John Kaahui, of Web Development, had in his storage room, says Long. I just fell in love with the material. La...

Destination Renovation
...oom condo.Together they decided on a specific look for the condos décor: an upscale Island feel that blends modern lines with functionality.Certified kitchen designers Rick Cowan and Tiare Noelani Cowan proposed combining dark cabinetry with light glass accents to create depth and texture in the 1,200-squar...

Sleek and Chic
...When Ulf and Isobel Schaefer moved from their previous home in Waialae Iki to their hip downtown condo, they knew their new kitchen wasnt quite living up to its potential. We wanted a contemporary look, Ulf says. Something with a bit more pizzaz.The couple called on Mark Shigei, of...

Come On In: July 2008
...e is all about renovation. Start with this years living room makeover reveal for ideas on how to freshen up your living space. Thinking of tackling a kitchen remodel? See two dramatically revamped rooms that really cook. While putting this issue together, we were especially inspired by the story of a Kailua...

Working from [a Modern] Home
...ts to be completed. Its not supposed to be an inside/outside space, says Karl. Its meant to be more interactive. An outdoor seating area just off the kitchen makes a great spot for lounging. (Photo by Lora Lamm)Like the rest of the home, the outdoor area provides a seamless transition from one spot to anoth...

Night & Day
Before photo courtesy of PMI Builders. Turning a homeowners kitchen remodeling dream into a reality takes teamwork: the homeowner provides the vision, the designer crafts the plan and the contractor builds accordingly....

An Unwrapped Gift
A kitchen with white and metallic surfaces provides a great opportunity to add color with bright dishes and cookware. Embellishments from Sears and Executive Ch...

2008 Phil Zweedyk Award Winner
NKBA Competition WinnersCelebrating its 15th year, the National Kitchen Bath Association (NKBA) Hawaii Kitchen Bath Design Competition highlights the finest in kitchen and bath projects over the past year. Sponsored by...

Archipelago Hawaii, Refined Island Designs
...is a one-stop design studio that provides clients with a seamless design process. The Archipelago Hawaii team combines its design talents with fine kitchen furnishings from Irpinia, Studio Becker and Crystal Cabinet Works, and is an authorized dealer for Sub-Zero/Wolf and Servco appliances. Archipelago...

American Cabinetry--Celebrating 30 Years in Business!
Family-owned and -operated since 1978, American Cabinetry Inc. specializes in interior design, kitchen remodeling and high-end appliances. With the recent opening of their Kauai showroom, located in Kukui Grove Shopping Center, American Cabinetry prov...

2008 NKBA Aloha Chapter Membership Listing
...819 523-3660Dangler Design415 South St., Suite 3601 Honolulu, HI 96813 526-4541Designworks 350 Ward Ave. #106-174 Honolulu, HI 96814 546-6797DESiGNER Kitchens and Baths1585 Kaminaka Drive Honolulu, HI 96816 734-2891Details International Inc.560 N. Nimitz Hwy., Suite #104 Honolulu, HI 96817 521-7424 Dream Ho...

Grand Construction
...rience in the building industry here in Hawaii. We specialize in residential construction of all types, from custom-designed and built-new homes to kitchen and bath remodeling. We also carry our own line of cabinets. We can assist you in every phase of the building process, from that very first idea to...

Hardware Hawaii
...Design Showroom has been a successful addition to the 54-year-old company. With more than 6,000 square feet of display space, you can walk through kitchen and bath vignettes, browse lighting and flooring samples and come away with great ideas for remodeling your home. Their showroom features quality c...

Homeowners Design Center
...erienced, knowledgeable and friendly staff is here to help you with all your residential and commercial needs.Whether you are looking for flooring, kitchen or bath cabinets, countertops or window coverings, Homeowners Design Center provides one-stop convenience with a large selection of the latest produ...

Mahalo Judges
Roxanne Okazaki, CKDRoxanne Okazaki, CKD, is well-known in the design industry in Hawaii. She is the president and co-founder of Lifestyle Kitchens, a firm specializing in luxury kitchens and baths. For nearly two decades, Roxannes work has captured numerous design awards, along with the appreci...

Makailoa Award
Homeowners Request: A kitchen designed in contemporary style. The homeowner also desired multiple seating areas in the great room, which would limit the size of the kitchen work...

Pacific American Lumber
...tection surface that provides outstanding protection to resist wear, extend durability and preserve beauty. Staron is a solid-surface material for kitchens, baths and commercial projects. It combines natural beauty with design sensibility by offering more than 60 colors and nine stylish sinks and bowls...

Precise Measurements Inc., dba PMI Builders
Precise Measurements Inc., dba PMI Builders, is a unique company led by a husband-and-wife team that specializes in kitchen and bath renovations, residential additions and alterations and small-scale commercial interior renovations. As a small company, PMI Builders is abl...

A Message from Our President
About the NKBAThe National Kitchen Bath Association (NKBA) is a nonprofit trade association that has led the kitchen and bath industry for more than 35 years. Its mission is to enhan...

Servco Home & Appliance Showroom
Servco Home Appliance Showroom is the display facility for Servco Home Appliance Distribution, a wholesale distributor of premier kitchen appliances. Inside its showroom you will find the latest innovative appliances and accessories available today. Products include GE Monogram, Gaggen...

Seven Valleys Design/Build Inc.
...nd construction company that takes an owners concepts and ideas all the way to the finishing touches at the completion of construction.Designs for kitchens and baths, construction drawings, additions, finish-material supply, plan review, permit processing and construction are all done in-house, which c...

Susan Palmer Designs Inc.
Photo by Tomas Del AmoSusan Palmer, CKD, CBD, owner of Susan Palmer Designs Inc., has been designing custom kitchens and baths in Hawaii for more than 25 years. Her award-winning designs have been featured in many national and local publications, and she is also a...

Sub-Zero/Wolf Showroom
...turing an impressive array of Sub-Zero refrigeration and Wolf cooking appliances.The ultimate in luxury appliances is displayed in eight innovative kitchen vignettes and two fully equipped live demonstration kitchens that serve as information centers for first-time visitors and repeat showroom customer...

Superior Solid Surface
...aq, Gibraltar, Avonite and other solidsurface materials from which to choose. Superior Solid Surface is locally owned and operated, specializing in kitchen countertops, bathroom vanities, shower-stall walls, etc. Established about six years ago, the company has very experienced fabricators. Superior Sol...

Highest Technical Merit Award
Homeowners Request: The homeowner wanted her new kitchen to be open, functional and welcoming. Because it was located in the center of the home, she wanted the new design to be clean and simple, with neutr...

Highest Technical Merit Award
...ting space was laid out poorly. Corner cabinets were hard to reach, and existing cabinets were made of old particleboard. The entryway, hallway and kitchen each had different types of flooring, which gave the entire space almost no continuity.Designers Solution: Siebenthal and his team reconfigured the...

Highest Technical Merit Award
Homeowners Request: This couple had already remodeled most of this 1970s single-story home, but had yet to address their outdated kitchen. They desired a remodel that would not only tie the kitchens visual appeal in with the rest of the home, but also keep costs to a minimum. The homeo...

Viking (the Gene Schick Co.)
...th quality Viking appliances makes even inexpensive cabinets look good.Vikings 6-foot cabinet-depth refrigerator brings out a whole new element in kitchen design. The quintessential built-in refrigerator requires cabinet modification for remodeling projects. Now homeowners and designers can have the ef...

Phil Zweedyk Award
NKBA Competition WinnersCelebrating its 15th year, the National Kitchen Bath Association (NKBA) Hawaii Kitchen Bath Design Competition highlights the finest in kitchen and bath projects over the past year. Sponsored by...

New & Improved Home: Forever Home
...e in, she says. We really wanted a house that was beautiful and well-constructed with our own personal stamp on it.An abundance of built-ins near the kitchen keeps an ever-growing collection of cookbooks within arm's reach.To create their dream home, the couple called on Linnea Brooks and Steve Brooks, of c...

Just Plain Smart
Just plain smart: an accurate phrase to describe Diane and Joe Van Ryzins Kailua kitchen. Touring the space, which blends seamlessly with the rest of their beautiful, new home, a few other descriptors come to mind: subtle, personal, usab...

It's a Remodel ... Relax.
...ting a job.DO: Think ahead. If youre planning on installing a beverage refrigerator in your new space, get it in advance and use it in your temporary kitchen.DO: Move a big piece of furniture out of a room to help see the room's potential. You might discover you dont need that oversized armoire in your newl...

Behind Closed Doors: Cabinets Revealed
Hawaiian mango and African sapele wood cabinetry create the stunning centerpiece of this Kailua kitchenthe cabinets even cover the refrigerator doors and freezer drawers. Design by Glenda Anderson, of Details International. Woodwork by King Zelko Hawaii...

A Better Way to Live
...tique granite helps to hide dust and complements the furniture and wood color.before: dark and crampedAfter: BREATHING ROOMPhoto: Courtesy of JohnCookKitchensJohnCookKitchens opened up this kitchen, which allowed for maximum air flow and increased natural light. Connecting it to the living room and family r...

Cabinetry Continued
...BEHIND CLOSED DOORS: Cabinets Revealed. Modern hardware dresses up dark cabinetry by Pacific Craftworks.Rich, cherry wood is a classic choice in this kitchen outfitted by Golden Cabinets. Mahogany cabinets, by Irpinia, make a sleek choice in this Kaneohe kitchen crafted Archipelago Hawaii, Refined Island De...

Know Your ABCs
...r, in 1993, starting his own full-service design firm, Homeworks Construction. Homeworks specializes in renovations, additions, custom-home building, kitchen design and more. The company employs an in-house, fully-licensed architect to draft plans and conceptualize design. We offer good advice.When Im asked...

Set It and Forget It
DAP Kwik Seal Plus kitchen and bath adhesive caulk, $5.49DAP Silicone Plus rubber sealant for concrete and masonry, $6.99DAP Beats the Nail all-purpose construction adhesive, $1...

Come Inside
...itual. Around 5 p.m., I play my favorite music, pour a glass of wine and try cooking a new dish. Because I love to cook and spend so much time in the kitchen, its easily one of my favorite rooms. Another favorite? My bathroom. There, I can shut away the world, run some water, and wash the stress away. Kitch...

Come Inside Page 2 of 2
Every year when we produce our annual Kitchen Bath Issue in honor of National Kitchen Bath Month, I lament my tiny galley kitchen and imagine a bigger, more open space. I fantasize about a spot...

Is your fridge running (efficiently)?
Photo courtesy of LGOne of the biggest power consumers in your home lives in your kitchenits called the refrigerator. While your fridge keeps your food nice and cool, its also sucking up a whole lot of energy and raising your utility bill i...

Making History
...nce for that time period, says Angela Thompson of Mason Architects. To modernize the interior layout, the team removed a wall that once separated the kitchen and back entrance area. In addition, years before the most recent renovation, the main house and staff quarters, once two separate structures, were co...

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Green
...to any room.By Joanne Romero Just Plain SmartA creative couple, an innovative architect and a forward-thinking design/build firm create a tailored kitchen with no eco-friendly stone unturned.By Sabra Morris For the Greener GoodA Kailua couple watches their dream home come to life, complete with smarter...

Expert Advice
Ask the Expert Ask the Expert: What should I consider when remodeling my kitchen?Industry expert Glenda Anderson, of Details International addresses three important issues to consider when remodeling your kitchen. Ask the Expert...

Galleries
...ne RomeroVideos Web Exclusive Video: The Magic CornerSee the Magic Corner in action. Ask the Expert: What should I consider when remodeling my kitchen?Industry expert Glenda Anderson, of Details International addresses three important issues to consider when remodeling your kitchen. Ask the Expert...

2008 NKBA Aloha Chapter Membership Listing
...819 523-3660Dangler Design415 South St., Suite 3601 Honolulu, HI 96813 526-4541Designworks 350 Ward Ave. #106-174 Honolulu, HI 96814 546-6797DESiGNER Kitchens and Baths1585 Kaminaka Drive Honolulu, HI 96816 734-2891Details International Inc.560 N. Nimitz Hwy., Suite #104 Honolulu, HI 96817 521-7424 Dream Ho...

WEB EXCLUSIVE: More Solid Advice
...t maintenance, repair and restoration. Just click Forums at the top of the page. Quartz Use it on: kitchen and bathroom countertops and walls. Only diamonds are harder than quartz in its pure form, which makes quartz an excellent choice for sur...

Come Inside
PHOTO: David CroxfordKitchen remodels in Honolulu are projected to yield an average of 104 percent return on investment this year. Thats compared to a national average of 72.1 per...

This, Not That
...nges or old T-shirts and rags and toss them in the laundry when youre done. DONTUse one-time tools. Using half of a roll of paper towels to clean the kitchen or bathroom is a waste of trees and money.

Dream Within Reach Continued
...waii sat down early on to talk priorities. The homeowners had a long wish list of features for the new house, including an open floor plan, a nice kitchen, a relaxing master suite and large windows to maximize the gorgeous views. The old house just felt like a house propped on a piece of land versus a...

High Design
...higei. Snaidero is an Italian company, and so much new design comes from Italy, he says. When Mike and Sharon High decided to renovate the downstairs kitchen in their home in the Hillcrest area of Kailua, they gathered inspiration like many homeowners: by flipping through magazines. The couple searched the...

Discover the Possible, Page 2 of 3
...ther 100 being constructed. The houses range from about $360,000 to about $500,000, depending on building materials and upgradeable features like kitchen appliances. The kitchens come with all GE [ENERGY STAR®] appliances: refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher and range, he says. Buyers can upgrade to...

Discover the Possible, Page 3 of 3
...V) energy system to generate electricity from the sun There are several customizable options available for the homes such as wood flooring and Bosch kitchen appliances. Features like the 9-foot-high ceilings on the ground floors are standard for all the models in Tides.The second floors of the homes can...

High Achievers, Page 2 of 3
...ction-compatible pan on the surface, which means you (and your family) wont get burnt by touching the cooktop surface.Get it at: Pacific Source Inc.KitchenAid Architect Series II Induction CooktopPhoto: Courtesy of KitchenAidIntegrated touch-activated electronic controls give you nine heat-level setting...

Shades of Green, Page 3 of 3
Homeowners AdviceConsidering a green kitchen or other project? Our savvy homeowners offer some insider tips:Find an approved solar contractor. Hawaiian Electric Company has a list of approved sol...

Past Perfect, page 2 of 4
...ide doorways and large archways. The original fireplace got its update with a gas installation that allows for an instant on-and-off switch. Work the KitchenThe previous kitchen was just a fraction of the size of the remodeled version. The crew built out and stole space from an outdoor sink area that sat on...

Designer Notebook
...sa.comsnaidero@hawaii.rr.comMy favorite part about what I do is finding the best solution to satisfy every aspect of the project."Newer is better for kitchen designer Mark Shigei: I believe in creating a design that follows and matches current design trends. Design is constantly evolving, and I never look b...

Hawaii Showroom: Hawaii Home Expo
...t. 9 a.m. 4 p.m.hawaiihomeexpo.com Hawaii Home Expo specializes in quality materials for every area of the home, including flooring, bath fixtures, kitchen appliances, countertops, spas and more.When you come to Hawaii Home Expo, the first thing you notice is a total showroom, says owner Bruce Okimoto. Re...

Hawaii Homes: Summertime and the living's easy ... (page 2 of 3)
...Johnson suggests choosing pre-distressed furniture pieces that require zero maintenance, such as the antique coffee table and aqua stools at the kitchen counter. You never have to worry about beating these up, Johnson adds. Finally, a statement-making floor lamp made of driftwood adds super-beach...

Hawaii Homes: Opened House
...el, this 1970s home felt too closed-in for comfort. We had four boxy little rooms in the main living area, says homeowner Cathy Brigham. The separate kitchen, dining and living spaces left little opportunity to move around. A wall closed in the hallway leading from the main living area to the bedroom, creat...

Hawaii Homes: Opened House, page 2 of 3
...rked tirelessly. We had originally contracted Brett to find the same cherry wood we had in our original living room and install it throughout the kitchen, hallway and dining room, Cathy says. He exhausted every resource he could find, but they just didnt make that particular wood anymore. So we ende...

Hawaii Homes: Opened House, page 3 of 3
...ments are a welcome change. The space has a natural feel to it, which is wonderful, says Cathy. Its truly an indoor-outdoor area with flow to the kitchen and covered lanai. The space is usable in all seasons, and the lanai is where we spend most of our time. View a virtual tour of this home, with co...

Cabinetry 101
...om real-wood veneers from different types of trees, lend warmth to an urban-loft look. Cabinetry should account for at least 16 to 25 percent of your kitchen-remodeling budget, according to Rick Cowan, CKD, of Archipelago Hawaii, Refined Island Designs. If you choose the right ones, you're likely to gain a...

Cabinetry 101, page 3 of 3
...and limited-lifetime. Ask your cabinet supplier what his or her cabinet lines offer and what the warranty covers. Check credentials. Look for a KCMA (Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association) certification, Cook says. This means your cabinet has been tested for quality in materials and workmanship.Look for...

2010 AIA Editor's Choice Award: Structured Evolution
Expansive windows and clean lines make our AIA Editor's Choice award winner stand out.The kitchens curved shape called for custom cabinetry. It also required that the vent hood be installed without interfering with the soffit lighting above the sto...

Relationships make all the difference
...ey chose a trusted architect who was willing to take all the steps necessary to ensure a fantastic finished product. The couple featured in our Great Kitchen story this month, answered by saying their kitchen designer listened carefully to their plans and didnt attempt to nickel-and-dime them each time they...

Hawaii Homes: Room to Grow
The dining room joins with the living room, kitchen and lanai to function as one flowing space open to the outdoors.When it came time for a Honolulu couple to start their family, they looked to their pa...

Barker Kappelle Construction LLC
...ironment in mind as well as delivering quality service and fine craftsmanship, says Kappelle. Photo: David CroxfordOur favorite part of the home: The kitchen. It is the place where so much time is spent with friends and family. Each kitchen we do is unique. Three elements of our perfect home:A great, open k...

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The great room, with its pitched roof, is designed to accommodate a growing family that loves to entertain. The large kitchen is perfect for entertaining. Its open to the living areas and includes bar seating for guests and family to interact with the cooks. A family friend d...

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The master bedroom features large picture windows and high ceilings with decorative wood details for a special, suitelike feel.Just off the kitchen, the sunroom functions as a playroom, office and TV-watching space. Inside, the great room features an open kitchen and a dining area. The large, U-...

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