HONOLULU Magazine May 2016 - Honolulu Magazine

Step Up Your Furniture Game With These Pieces Designed by Andrew Mau

Brie Thalmann,

Andrew Mau’s striking new seating collection blends cross-cultural references to elegant effect.

Hawaii Community Foundation Paying It Forward

Philanthropy: Paying It Forward

Site Staff,

Presented by Hawai‘i Community Foundation: Your name doesn’t have to be Zuckerberg or Rockefeller to leave a legacy. When it comes to sending kids to college, Jon and Eleyne Fia are betting big on Hawai‘i’s future.

Hawai‘i’s Best in Real Estate 2016 Profiles

Site Staff,

(Sponsored) Find out why their clients and peers named them “Best in Real Estate.” Learn how they can help you buy, sell, refinance or insure your home.

Two Talented Hawai‘i High School Students Win Big at National Poetry Competitions

Don Wallace,

Ari Dalbert and Nicholas Amador continue Hawai‘i’s incredible string of victories in national poetry recital competitions.

7 Ways to Get Lei’d: Locally Sourced Flowers and Lei in Honolulu

Natalie Schack,

These leis are perfect for any special occasion.

Architecture & Design

Could Tiny Houses Have a Big Impact on Hawai‘i’s Future?

Natalie Schack,

The tiny house trend is looking pretty tempting.

Living Green With Renewable Energy

Lennie Omalza,

(Sponsored) There are many ways to reduce your carbon footprint—and they’re only getting easier. Find out how to live a simpler green life by having all of your renewable energy needs served in one place.

Local Architect Uses Her Amazing Skills to Create Beautiful Jewelry

Stacey Makiya,

New accessory line is taking shape.

Ala Moana Beach Park is About to Get a Huge Makeover

Michael Keany,

Ala Moana Beach Park is in line to be spruced up, beginning next year.

Philanthropy: It’s All About You

Site Staff,

Presented by the Hawai‘i Community Foundation: Meet its board chair who shares why the inspiring work of HCF supports her personal passion for giving back to the community in a strategic way.