A couple of years ago, 500 homeowners who had recently completed renovation projects were asked about their project’s most difficult challenges. Almost a third said budgeting was the biggest challenge. Others included choosing a contractor, shopping for fixtures and...
The year was 1990. Danny Graham, a McKinley High graduate who had served in the Air Force, decided to open a contracting company. He already owned a successful realty company and a thriving water purification business. But after volunteering some of his time with RICO...
In the days and weeks ahead, homeowners around the world will welcome 2025 with plans for organization, resolution, and renewal. “The New Year is a perfect time to think about maintenance and improvements in a number of areas in your home,” says Lenore Smith of Graham...
If you’ve always wanted to host holiday parties for your friends and family, you might be imagining how to transform your house into the perfect gathering place. Or you might already be planning to build a home that will be perfect for celebrations. “Either way, there...
As a homeowner, you likely already know that Hawaii’s hurricane season officially ends at the end of this month. “Even though hurricane season will soon be over, it’s a good idea to plan now, so you’re ready for the next season,” says Ryan Graham, VP of operations at...
Paving the Way in the Design-Build Field Client care manager Lenore Smith refl ects on Graham Builders’ commitment to empowerment. Describe your company and its role in the construction industry. Founded in 1990 by Danny Graham, our company was one of the fi rst...
Does your house feel overcrowded and outdated? Do you dream of a larger, more functional home? There are numerous advantages to expanding or remodeling your residence. “You can enhance your lifestyle, improve safety and security, and increase your property value, just...
Deep in Manoa Valley, the community is quite densely packed, with houses nestled right up against the glorious Koolau Range. Tucked into a quiet corner of this stunningly beautiful valley is a house that is modern and expansive, filled with warm and welcoming natural...
Our beautiful islands are known around the planet for glorious weather. However, as locals know very well, Oahu has its own “climate zones” – areas whose weather patterns and conditions are subtly different from the sunny stereotype. “Some properties get a lot of...
On our densely populated island, many small older residences are in need of updating and modernizing. And with the highest real estate costs in the country -- $660/square foot, versus the national median of about $233 – it’s critical to maximize every inch of those...