Homeowners Lucia and Brian of Manoa reimagined their master bedroom and bathroom to reflect their love of travel and exotic destinations. They hired Graham Builders for a renovation that transformed their spaces into stunning spa-like retreats. “During COVID,...
As Graham Builders vice president of operations, Ryan Graham, has seen many situations in which hidden construction costs catch homeowners completely off-guard, delaying projects and sometimes derailing them completely. “Building or renovating a house involves more...
For those who are planning to build a new home, or embark on a renovation project, it’s sometimes difficult not to think of building permits as a necessary evil. What are the benefits of obtaining a building permit? How extensive must a remodeling project be to...
When Allen Kimura decided to expand his Oahu home to accommodate several generations of his family, he chose Honolulu design/build firm Graham Builders to handle the project. In their first meeting, the Graham Builders team carefully examined every inch of Kimura’s...
Renewal, rejuvenation, realignment, revitalization! The New Year inspires change in so many ways. Do your dreams for 2023 include a new addition, a complete kitchen and bath renovation, perhaps even the construction of a new home? Once you’ve decided it’s time to roll...
On March 4th, Graham Builders will resume its free monthly “Building Your Home For Life” seminars at the Honolulu Country Club. Graham Builders’ last in-person event was held in March 2020, just before the pandemic forced the end of most public gatherings....
The word “home” means different things to different people. As our lifestyles change constantly, so do the activities and tasks we perform in our homes. And for many reasons, it is helpful to have spaces in our homes that can change and evolve, too. “Truly flexible...
Sharing a kitchen with other people can be quite challenging when their cooking styles and habits don’t quite complement your own. And sharing a kitchen with one or more close family members can be downright maddening. “Perhaps you live in a multi-generational...
For many homeowners, the words “dream kitchen” evoke tantalizing images. Some dream of bright, expansive spaces equipped with all the latest gadgets. Others imagine cozy, super-efficient kitchens, built for accessibility and functionality. But the quality that most...
While many older homes have undeniable charms, they weren’t always built to take advantage of the natural gifts of their surroundings. That was certainly the case with a home Graham Builders rebuilt for a Pauoa family this past year. Created in 1958, the original...