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The old adage, “you can’t please allof the people all of the time,” does-n’t apply when designing family

rooms. Generally speaking, these spacesmust meet the needs of many individuals,so it’s a designer’s job to make sure every-body is happy.This makes tackling family rooms fairly

difficult, and I was reminded of this duringa recent project for my clients, Becky andJ.D. They live with their two young daugh-ters in a lovely, 1960s-era home. Theylonged for a comfortable space where thewhole family could work, play and just betogether, but they were stuck with a cold,dreary basement space that seemed stuckin a ’60s time warp.Using the fundamentals of family-room

design, I set out to transform the dysfunc-tional space into a beautiful, relaxing, fam-ily-friendly zone.Good design starts with function, and

that’s especially true in a family room. Thecouple wanted the room to work on a fewdifferent levels — as a lounge, as a work areaand as a play space — so my job was to cramheaps of utility into a relatively small area.

I started with some minor renovationsand revamps. We installed a new drywallceiling with recessed lighting. The wallswere painted a light linen color, and Ichose a gorgeous vinyl flooring that lookslike wood but has the added advantage ofbeing waterproof. So perfect for base-ments!I decided to create an attractive, kick-

back-and-relax lounge space at one end ofthe room, and used the wall with the fire-place as my focal point. I spruced up thedated brick with a dark mushroom tonepaint, which really popped against the sur-rounding, lighter-hued walls. We alsoinstalled a clean, modern brushed-nickelgas insert and voila — instant face-lift.So much of what family rooms are about

today is electronics and media. So, Iflanked the fireplace with two store-bought base cabinets, customized withoriginal wood tops, that provide all sortsof media storage. Adjacent to this, beauti-ful new recessed cabinetry now houses abig-screen TV, a DVD player and the gam-ing consoles.The main seating in this space is a large,

mocha-colored sectional that is comfyenough for the whole family — and acts asa room divider between the lounge area

and the work/play area. Linen ottomansand a round wood table can be used forentertaining or for play activities. Using carpet tiles in cream, butter-

scotch and a warm gray, we created acomfy, durable and attractive area rug.Not only do they help keep feet warm,these tiles are great for dealing with littlemesses — if chocolate milk gets spilled,say, you can remove the dirty tile, have itcleaned and put it right back in.On the opposite side of the room I fash-

ioned a multipurpose work/play zone.Becky and J. D. needed a home office andthe kids needed a place where they coulddo arts and crafts. So I put in a large, white,L-shaped work surface and chairs as wellas a bank of storage underneath for artprovisions, books and playthings.The family needed a place to showcase

the children's masterpieces, so I used cus-tom magnetic blackboard panels to createa practical feature wall.With careful planning, a bit of paint and

some stylish furniture, I provided thisyoung family with a multifunctional roomthat is truly all things to all people.

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Ohana Building Supply is your one-stop shop for homeowners andcontractors alike. The company

has a variety of high-quality kitchen andbathroom materials at very reasonableprices, and from ready-made to customcabinetry, Ohana Building Supply’s selec-tion includes a full line of granite counter-tops, stainless steel sinks, hardwood andlaminate flooring — all to fit any architec-tural style.

The ready-made and custom cabinetsare constructed of full plywood boxes,solid wood face frames and doors. Locallystocked are maple, light or dark cherryespresso oak and the new white oak, con-structed of plywood boxes and engineeredMDF-flat panel style doors and frames.Selections are growing, with new stylessoon to come.

Ohana Building Supply stocks a vastselection of granite countertops such as

African Fantasy, Blues in the Night,Jurpana Tier Ivory, Yellow Dragon andRiver White, to name a few. Finished withan elegant bull nose edge, these stylishcountertops add character to any kitchenand bath.

While supplies last, Ohana is offeringfree granite (three styles to choose from)with the purchase of any kitchen cabinetset. Other granites are 15 percent off withpurchase of a kitchen cabinet set.

Ohana also stocks an assortment of lami-nate flooring, under mount and top mountstainless steel sinks and ceramic vanitybowls. All of these products are in stock andavailable for prompt delivery or pick-up.

The friendly staff ensures excellent cus-tomer service and can assist with anyquestions you may have. Visit the compa-ny showroom Monday through Friday, 8a.m. to 5 p.m. or on Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4p.m.

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Selecting the proper roof coatingsystem can get pretty confusingthese days. At any time, there could

be as many as a dozen manufacturers ofroof coatings telling you why you shouldbe using their system.

All Weather Surfaces Hawaii can helpensure that you receive the best advicefor your particular application.

Choosing The Right TypeThere are three main types of fluid-

applied roof coatings that work well inHawaii’s climate.

1.Acrylic Elastomeric Systems. Theseare by far the most popular and

widely used type of roof coating. They’vebeen around since the 1980s, and have

proven to be an extremely effectivemeans of water-proofing a roof structure.

They exhibit tremendous reflectiveproperties that substantially cool theroof surface along with the interior of thestructure. They can be used as a coatingonly, or used with a polyester fabric rein-forcement for the best long-term results.Also, extended warranties are availablethrough licensed applicators.

2.Polyurethane Elastomeric Systems.Again, polyurethane roofing sys-

tems have been around for many years,and are widely used for water-proofingroofs. They have similar cooling benefits,and are less susceptible to “pondingwater” conditions as their acrylic coun-terparts. Pricing and application are in

line with an acrylic system, and extendedwarranties are available through licensedapplicators.

3.Silicone Elastomeric Systems.High-volume solids (95 percent or

greater) silicone roofing systems are thenewest in the fluid-applied roof coatingarsenal. Although Silicone technologyhas been around for ages, the “high vol-ume solids” version is fairly new. Thesesystems have taken the industry bystorm. With their ease of application andminimal fabric reinforcement require-ments, and resistance to “ponded water,”silicone continues to prove to be thechoice of many licensed applicators andhomeowners alike. But be realistic whenchoosing a warranty that may be “too

good to be true.”

Not All Coatings Are Created EqualWhen buying an acrylic product, look

for qualifications such as ASTM D-6083or FM 4470 Class I. These let you knowthe system has been tested and meets thehighest of standards. Polyurethane sys-tems will have similar ASTM qualifica-tion listings. Silicones have much morelimited amount qualifications, but be cer-tain that you are buying the high-volumesolids version because the rest is just notthe same.

As always, contact the experts at AllWeather Surfaces at 487-3043 to find outwhat system will work best for your applica-tion and budget, and good luck with yourproject!


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BY KAREN NAKAMURA

Americans still con-sider owning ahome essential to

the American Dream, andWashington policymakerswould be wise to keep thisin mind in the comingelection season. Proof of this statement

is evident in a poll con-ducted earlier this year onbehalf of the NationalAssociation of HomeBuilders by PublicOpinion Strategies ofAlexandria, Va. and LakeResearch Partners ofWashington, D.C. This

national poll reached2,000 likely voters andasked them about theirattitudes regarding home-ownership and housingpolicy. The results couldnot be clearer. Despite the ups and

downs of the housingmarket, and whether ornot they currently own ahome, voters overwhelm-ingly indicated they placea high value on homeown-ership as a core achieve-ment in their lives. Of thepoll respondents who arecurrent homeowners,nearly all of them, or 95percent, said they are

happy with owning ahome, and believe such adecision is important.Almost three-quarters ofthe respondents whodon’t own a home said it isa goal of theirs to eventu-ally buy one. Equally telling, voters

rated the importance ofhomeownership just ashighly as the importance ofbeing successful at their jobor being able to pay for afamily member’s educa-tion. “The bottom line is, even

after years of economicturmoil and an unprece-dented and prolonged

downturn in the housingmarket, homeownership isstill a central goal for mostAmericans,” said JimByxbee, president ofHomeworks Constructionand 2011 BIA-Hawaii pres-ident. “It’s an undeniablydeep emotional attach-ment that can’t be ignoredby the politicians who arelooking to address budgetissues by cutting housingincentives in the tax codesuch as the mortgageinterest deduction.”Americans also feel

strongly about the finan-cial benefits, and chal-lenges of homeowner-ship. Poll respondentssaid they consideredowning a home their bestinvestment, more thantheir retirement savings

program or stock marketinvestments. And 75 per-cent said that owning ahome is worth facing thepotential ups and downsof the housing market.Meanwhile, non-ownersidentified saving enoughmoney for a down pay-ment and closing costs asthe No. 1 barrier keepingthem from homeowner-ship, more than jobuncertainty or concernsthat the value of theirhome may drop belowthe purchase price. “Lawmakers need to

put themselves in theshoes of the averageAmerican, and see thatexcessive down paymentrequirements and areduction in housing taxincentives will keep

homeownership out ofreach for most first-timehome buyers and manymiddle-class house-holds,” said Byxbee.“This would be a fatalblow to the AmericanDream for many, manyfamilies.”To learn more about

homeownership andhousing policy in Hawaii,the latest trends in resi-dential construction andthe upcoming 55th annualBIA Parade of Homes inOctober, contact BIA-Hawaii at www.biahawaii.org.

Karen Nakamura isexecutive vice president/CEO of the BuildingIndustry Association ofHawaii.

Homeownershipstill top priorityfor Americans

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Make a statementwith your homeby creating curb

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from Granicrete Hawaiiadd personality andcharm to dress up yourexterior. You can trans-form your cold concretedriveway, walkway andporch with custom con-crete overlays and stainsthat provide functionali-ty, beauty and easy main-tenance.

Decorative ConcreteOverlays

Overlays dramaticallyimprove the look of yourfront entry withoutmessy and costlyremoval.

Granicrete Hawaiiinstallers simply resur-face your existing con-crete with a polymer-

modified concrete over-lay to completely trans-form its appearance andtexture. They handcraftflooring overlays to cre-ate virtually any look,including flagstone, slate,travertine or tiles.Granicrete overlaysendure all types of weath-er and are suitable foruneven surfaces, stepsand heavy traffic areas.

Choose from the pic-tures on the GranicreteHawaii website or the sam-ples in its showroom, ordesign a one-of-a-kind look.Size, shape, design, color-ing, and texture of stone ortile looks are tailored toeach installation. Stunningresults are achieved in amatter of days.

Add Some ColorConcrete stains are a

great way to add a bit of

personality and warmthto your home’s exteriorflooring. Stains are avail-able in a wide variety ofcolors. They are applieddirectly to your existingconcrete driveway, walk-way or porch withoutchanging its texture.Choose colors that com-plement your home andlandscaping to createthat “wow” factor.

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makes Granicrete Hawaiiflooring an excellentchoice. The company usessolvent-based sealers thatprovide resistance tomoisture, stains, mold andbacteria, and also are UV-resistant to protect againstfading. In addition, re-seal-ing once every two yearswill maintain the finishand coloring.

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Granicrete Hawaii isoffering 10 percent offcurb appeal improve-ments (front walkways,porches and driveways)during the month ofOctober. Visit the com-pany’s showroomMonday through Fridayfrom 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at94-1388 Moaniani St.,Suite 302 in the WaipioBusiness Center, to see avariety of flooring, coun-tertop and Italian lime-stone wall plaster sam-ples. Product informationand pictures are availableat www.GranicreteHawaii.com.

The company alsooffers free consultationsand estimates. For moreinformation, call 626-5418or email [email protected].

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At H.K. Construction,employees arecommitted to a high

standard of excellence witha dedication to customerservice. Not only does thecompany have a long-standing relationship of

residential home buildingand renovations in theIslands, but it also takespride in the future of thepeople and their homes.

As an ABC license hold-er, H.K. Construction canoffer you the following

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building with H.K.Construction. The compa-ny has more than 35 yearsof experience in the con-struction industry inHawaii. As a H.K.

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one of the biggest invest-ments you will ever make,H.K. Construction holdsitself to the highest con-struction standards. Its

construction team takespride in quality standardsand workmanship. Yournew home, addition orrenovation will havegreater durability that youwill enjoy day after day,year after year. Qualityassurance is ensured sothat every work performedis inspected, meets allbuilding code require-ments and is completed onschedule. Quality con-struction means a better-built home for you andyour family.


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Monier concretetiles are a great,l o n g - l a s t i n g

roofing system that hasproven itself in Hawaiiover the years.

However, many ofthese roofs are now 30years old and are startingto show their age. Do youneed a new roof or will anexpert repair solve yourproblem inexpensively?The answer to that ques-tion depends on exactlywhat is the problem withthe specific roof in ques-tion.

Here’s a list of somecommon problems, andsolutions, with olderMonier roofs.

1.Cracked Or MissingRoof Tiles

You can blame fallingcoconuts, heavy termitetenting contractors bounc-ing around on your roof, or

just the natural weatheringthat occurs when the pro-tective glazed coating onMonier tiles finally burnsout from the sun’s UVrays. Whatever the cause,the cracked tiles can bereplaced and recoatedwith a new protectivecoating to match the origi-nal color. LeakMasterRoofing has been doingthis successfully for morethan 21 years.

2.Missing Or BurntOut Roofing Felts

Under The Tile

Believe it or not, whenMonier tiles were firstintroduced in Hawaiimore than 30 years ago,they often were put downwithout any underlyingroofing felts at all. Thisworked fine for a while —until the tiles crackedover time. When thathappened, leaks occurredbecause the felts acted asa backup waterproofingsystem.

Even the originalMonier roofs that wereput down correctly withthe traditional 30-poundroofing felts — whichwere state-of-the-art atthe time — are now com-pletely burnt out afteryears of intense roof heat.They literally will crum-ble in your hands whenyou touch them. This is aserious problem that canbe fixed — but it isn’teasy. The existing con-

crete tiles need to betaken off, set to the side,and then re-installed aftera new Peel & Stick felt isput down underneaththem.

New heavy duty, rein-forced roofing felts —such as the popular Peel& Stick brand — will lastmuch longer than the old,flimsy 30-pound felts ofthe past. LeakMaster con-siders these felts to be agreat insurance policyagainst cracked Moniertiles.

3.Faded Or BareConcrete Tiles Due

To Sun ExposureAll coatings will fade

away over time. The pro-tective glaze coating thatwas put on at the factoryyears ago is no exception.After the missing tiles arereplaced you may wish toconsider recoating your

roof with a new protec-tive coating that willblock the sun’s UV rays.If you choose a lightercolor than your old rooftile, you also will be ableto reduce the heat insideyour roof. That new coolroof will make your homemore livable as well asyou lengthen the life ofyour underlying rooffelts.

LeakMaster Roofing

will be glad to visit yourhome to advise you onwhat the most economicalmethod of rejuvenatingyour old Monier roof is.Call LeakMaster at 591-1900 or visit its show-room, located at 575-GCooke St. in Kakaako.You can also learn moreabout Monier concretetile and other roof repairsonline at www.leakmaster.com.


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al contracting design-build firm that has beenserving Oahu residentsfor the past 30 years.The company special-izes in custom homes,remodels, additions,designer kitchens, bath-rooms, Americans withDisability Act (ADA)modifications/improve-ments, and offers fullconstruction services.

Recreate YourEnvironmentIs it time to remodel

or construct a newADA-compliant bath-room and/or kitchen inorder to overcome thechallenges you face inday-to-day living?Accessibility aroundthe home can be a realissue for the physicallydisabled. Designing forthe disabled requiresthe contractor and staff

to be experienced, sensi-tive to the homeowner’sneeds, and to be specificin design details so thatthe finished productmeets the needs of theuser. Only experienceddesigners should attemptsuch a challenge becausethe details are critical.

Design Criteria AndSafety Considerations• Two remotely located

means of exit must beprovided from any resi-dence.• Where ramps and

stairs are integral toegress then such ramps orstairs must be of fireretardant construction.• Smoke detectors

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breakers should be acces-sible to the wheel chairuser.• Exposed water pipes

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Country Builders hashelped many individualsmeet their accessibilityneeds.The disabled no longer

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money while updatingyour bathroom in a pain-less and cost-effectiveway.

Acrylic is durable andtough and has long beenused by the hotel industry.Hotels need bathroomslooking beautiful and

durable because of con-stant overuse. SoTropical’s productswere invented for fastand easy installationwhile still maintainingtheir beauty andstrength.

Acrylic will not chipor crack and is UV-stable, so it will notfade. It also will resistmildew and bacteriagrowth, and is the per-fect solution forHawaii homes. Acrylicbath liners are sleevesthat fit right overexisting tubs or show-ers for quick updates,leak solutions andbeautification. Thereare many styles andcolors, including gran-ite, marble and tileselections.

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Emphasizing the Design-Build Process

H.K. Construction empha-sizes working together withowners, architects and engi-neers in order to meet thegoals of the design-buildproject.

People often ask, what isdesign-build? It is the useof one company from thestart of your project tocompletion. The chosencompany handles everyaspect of the project whilemaintaining open and hon-est communication andworking as a team toensure a successful andbeautiful end result.

During the design andconstruction portions of theprocess, homeownersreceive free consultation,delivery and coordinationof products and materials;project and budget planningmanagement; design draw-ings; permit-ready draw-ings; inspections; buildingdepartment approvals; andcommunication with home-owners regarding projectschedules.

Seminars for You“The new ‘Building to

Your Lifestyle’ second edi-tion seminar is a compre-hensive overview of theobvious benefits andpotential pitfalls of a homerenovation, remodel, roomaddition, rebuild and/ornew home,” explains H.K.marketing executiveJohnny Makiling. “We tryto encourage, enlightenand educate our seminarparticipants in a positive,entertaining, sometimeshumorous approach — inwhich our primary goal isto assist homeowners inmaking an informed deci-sion, and define a clearpath that best suits thehomeowner and their pro-posed project.”

H.K. Construction’s“Building to Your Lifestyle”seminars will be held from6 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, Sept.20, at the Pearl CountryClub; Wednesday, Sept. 21,at the Koolau Ballrooms;and Thursday, Sept. 22, atthe Ward WarehouseKamani Room. For reserva-tions, call 753-5643.

FROM PAGE 7

Projects that last

Essentials for any kitchenHAWAIIRENOVATION

ing and is dishwasher safe.

10. Pizza, pizzaWho doesn’t love a slice of good

ol' pizza pie? Cutting the slice with-out losing most of the toppings ishalf the battle. The Pizza Pro, avail-able on QVC.com, helps to eliminatethis problem. Serving as kitchenshears and spatula in-one, you cansafely cut and serve slices.

11. More cheese, pleaseAdding grated cheese to the per-

fect pasta dinner is now as easy aspressing a button. The Power CheeseGrater can shred, slice or grate up totwo kinds of cheese — and evenspices. This battery-powered device

also offers convenient storage.

12. CheersYou spent hours in the kitchen

slaving away on the perfect meal,so don’t forget the perfect wineto accompany it. And, to ensureyou have the most enhanced fla-vor and finish, try the VinturiEssential Wine Aerator.

13. Cup of JoeWhether it’s your morning pick-

me-up, or to spoil your dinnerguests, everyone can enjoy theirfavorite beverage in no time with aKeurig brewing system. The uniquesingle-beverage system allows youto select your favorite coffee or tea,press the button and in under aminute enjoy the beverage.

FROM PAGE 16

Hawaii is a uniqueplace to live — weall know this. But

not many residents andhomeowners know thatHawaii’s unique environ-ment and micro-climateshave an often unforeseeneffect on the long-termresults of their home reno-vations. For example, didyou know that manyManoa Valley homeown-ers have special concernsabout using Hickory woodfor their renovations?

Hawaii boasts 11 of the13 climate zones in theworld, each with uniqueecosystems and weathercharacteristics. Factorssuch as elevation, pressurevariations, rainfall, windand topography combineto create distinctive con-ditions to be aware of.Because of the odd effectsof the varied micro-cli-mates of the valleys, hills,plains, beachfront andeven desert that we find inour islands, not all materi-als work well everywhere.Working with specializedknowledge and experi-ence is the best thing torely on even before home-owners begin their reno-

vation project. To help you make the

best decisions for yourhome projects, CS DesignBuilders (formerly TheCabinet & Stone Factory)hosts a series of work-shops featuring specialistsfrom around the islands.These experts teachhomeowners what theyshould know before theybegin to shop, so thathomeowners can beequipped with the bestknowledge and make theright decisions.

Here are a few pointersmentioned at CS DesignBuilders’ last workshop:

1.A solid flat wooddoor will become

problematic in Hawaiibecause of the humidity. Ifyou want a slab door, aplycore (substrate) and awood veneer of a woodspecies would work best.

2.Cherry woods turnvery dark over a peri-

od of time inHawaii. You’llneed to pay spe-cial care to prop-erly coordinateyour floor andcountertop to getthe best colorscheme for thelifetime of yourkitchen.

3.Colors on differentspecies of wood take

on unique characteristics.For example, when you doa Maple door in a darkcolor such as burgundy,the color will be inconsis-tent — so match themwell. Also, plan for yourlighting to make sure youget the right results. Yourkitchen will look differentunder sunlight and artifi-cial light.

CS Design Builders hasbeen built on the reputa-tion of quality service intaking homeownersthrough the entire design-build process — from cre-

ating the initial designconcept all the way to thefinal touches, with a singlepoint of contact andaccountability to make theentire project as stream-lined and easy as possible.

CS Design Builders alsoprides itself in ensuringthat homeowners aretaken care of during theentire process of their ren-ovation; making surehomeowners get theirdream renovations doneright the first time; andmaking sure they are trulyhappy the first time theystep into their newly reno-vated kitchen.

“Knowing that we

helped someone maketheir dreams come true isone of the best reasons weare in this business,” saysco-owner David Chang.“Come in for a free, no-obligation consultation,and take the first steptoward making your owndream come true.”

To sign up for a repeat ofCS Design Builder’s work-shop “What you need toknow about renovating inHawaii,” call (808) 847-8711or email [email protected]. As an addedbonus, CS Design Builderswill provide free steakplates to attendees of itsworkshops.

Making your

BACKPAGECOVERSTORY


CS DESIGN B U I L D E R S

ADDRESS:

220 PUUHALE ROAD, B-1

CONTACT:

847-8711 • www.stonefactoryusa.com

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