New Dorm-Size Dwellings Provide Rental Housing Close to Jobs, Bus Lines and Much of Urban Honolulu
Compact in Kaka‘ako.
Architecture & Design
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: Why Did a Honolulu Architecture Firm Work on the Design for a South Pole Research Station in 2000?
“Well, we do eat a lot of shave ice!”
These 3 Historic Hawai‘i Houses Might Be On Sale Very Soon
Museums, universities and nonprofits used to be a safe haven for historic homes, a way to preserve them for public use. But now, three residences entrusted to local institutions are in danger of being sold.
O‘ahu in 1930: One of Hawai‘i’s Must-See Buildings Makes Its Debut in Honolulu
In 1930 the four-story building was one of the tallest on the street.
Best of Honolulu 2019: The Best Services on O‘ahu
The 47 editorial and reader picks for the places in Honolulu that make our lives just a bit easier.
A Tiny Home Offered This Hawai‘i Family a Fresh Start After Kīlauea Erupted
After lava from Kīlauea last year destroyed their Kapoho home of 18 years, John and Nancy Theismann decided to downsize.
Small-Kine Homes: How 4 Local Families Make the Most of Little Spaces in Hawai‘i
Locally, making do with fewer square feet has long been a fact of life for Hawai‘i families.
Internationally Renowned Architect I.M. Pei Leaves Rich Honolulu Design Legacy
Known for his stunning design and global reputation, his work at the University of Hawai‘i is a hidden treasure to many.
Curb Appeal: The Investments You Make to the Outside of Your Home Will Pay Off
Of all the things you can do to improve your yard, the one with the biggest bang for your buck is the simplest.
Sneak a Peek at American Savings Bank’s New High-Tech Headquarters in Honolulu
It’s designed to be eco-friendly and employee-centered at the edge of Downtown.
The Importance of Sustainable Design is the Focus of Architecture Month 2019
Walking tours, films, sketches and photography celebrate O‘ahu’s vibrant architecture scene.
Hunt for Hawai‘i History in the Heart of Honolulu
Think you know your way around the State Capitol area? Take this test to prove it!
These Two Coworking Spaces on O‘ahu Are Serious Office Goals
When your coworking needs are above and beyond those of what a typical coffee shop can offer, here are two options, in town and Kailua.
Turning the Tables on Two Surprising Design Trends for Stylish Homes
Wait, designers want open closets and hidden kitchens?
Are HGTV’s Remodeling Shows Realistic for Hawai‘i Homes?
It’s not always as easy as it seems on TV, especially in a market like ours.
Take a Look Inside Honolulu Artist John Koga’s Mānoa Studio
Exploring contemporary artist John Koga’s custom-built home art studio.
O‘ahu’s 10 Most Expensive Homes
Each of these is a striking opportunity—if you can afford it.
This Beachfront Ossipoff Is a Hawaiian Modern Masterpiece
The Lanikai home designed by Vladimir Ossipoff costs 12.15 million dollars.
Kailua Cool: Islandwear Favorite Manuhealiʻi Unveils Makeover
Local design house fashions a new look for its Windward store.
9 Greatest Honolulu Homes
Stunning, historic, extraordinary. HONOLULU Magazine asked a diverse group to help us choose the greatest houses on O‘ahu. Join us as we look inside nine notable head-turning homes.
One to Watch: Hawai‘i Architect Deirdre Stearns
For this stylish local architect, the best designs are bold, beautiful and about making the world a better place.
Could This New Proposal Save the Aging Natatorium from Destruction?
According to the state Historic Preservation Division’s rules, plans made by the city and state to demolish the historic site can’t move forward until all viable alternatives have been ruled out.
Could Tiny Houses Have a Big Impact on Hawai‘i’s Future?
The tiny house trend is looking pretty tempting.
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Hawai‘i is full of amazing places. Most of them you’re free to visit, but there are a few where you’re just not allowed. Here’s a peek into Hawai‘i’s coolest off-limits corners.
We take a look inside your high school yearbooks to find what’s changed about the local high school experience over the years, and what’s stayed exactly the same.
Hole-in-the-wall general stores dishing up their own eats— even if it’s just one ‘ono item—are a beloved part of Island life. Here are a few of Hawai‘i’s best.
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