Some neighborhoods are respected for the history and architecture of the homes that line their streets. Consider Oak Park, Illinois, the Chicago suburb in which architect Frank Lloyd Wright spent the first two decades of his long career or New Orleans’ Garden...
With nearly three decades of experience, this design-build firm has developed methods and practices that go above and beyond industry standards and code requirements. These methods have proven to increase a house’s longevity, lowering utility and maintenance costs...
Evan Fujimoto, president of Graham Builders, shares with host John Veneri the reason why homeowners should strive to build residences that fit its neighborhood.
Linda Legrande, advisor to the Malama Manoa Board of Directors, shares with host John Veneri the reason why a recent Graham Builders rebuild has caught the organization's attention.
Every three years, Malama Manoa hosts the Historic Manoa Walking Tour, a self-guided exploration of the historic neighborhoods in lovely Manoa Valley. This year’s tour will take participants past 60 homes, many built between 1920 and 1940 by famed local architects...
When thinking about remodeling or rebuilding a home, many focus on the tangible items of the project. Without a doubt, construction methods and materials are vital. But a home construction project can spawn other valuable transformations. Here are three additional...
For most, home is a private sanctuary – a sacred retreat where families rejuvenate and recharge. Who doesn’t feel protective about their home? When a home needs to be updated to meet new family needs or be newly constructed to bring a dream to life, it’s time to find...
With Hawaii’s family-centered culture and high cost of living, it’s likely you know someone who resides in a multigenerational home. These residences make up for more than 11% of Hawaii homes, typically providing shelter for grandparents, adult children and...
Evan Fujimoto, president of Graham Builders, shares insider-tips for designing and constructing a successful multigenerational home with LIving 808 host, John Veneri.
“Should I remodel or rebuild my home?” This is one of the most common decisions Hawaii’s homeowners face when considering major upgrades to their home. Graham Builders, host of Oahu’s first and most popular construction seminar for homeowners, found that 24 percent of...