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How well do you know patterns? [Quiz]

Patterns are all around us. It’s in the clothes you wear. It’s in the leaves of the trees outside your window. It’s on the streets that you walk on.   But … Continue reading

April 8, 2016 · Leave a comment

Savor the flavors of summer through design

Cantaloupe sofa. Avocado footrest. Basil pesto area rug. Maybe it’s my obsession with food, but I see deliciousness everywhere this summer. And if it’s what makes you happy, why not decorate … Continue reading

August 7, 2015 · Leave a comment

5 Stylish Looks For Your Beige Sofa

Want a fresh, updated look for your beige sofa? With just a few pillows you can have a new look in an instant! We asked HomeWorld‘s Visual Merchandising Manager Kay Kamae-Kaopuiki … Continue reading

July 3, 2015 · Leave a comment

The History of the Classic Slipper Chair

You see them in magazines and stores. It’s an armless upholstered jewel that sits alone in the living room or bedroom, historically known as a slipper chair. In the Victorian era, … Continue reading

April 10, 2015 · Leave a comment

What’s Trending: Tiny Homes

When HGTV started popping up with shows: “Tiny House, Big Living,” “Tiny House Hunters,” and “Tiny House Builders,” I knew little homes were a popular trend. Spend a few minutes on … Continue reading

March 20, 2015 · Leave a comment

Four Simple Ways to LOVE Your Home

If January is all about fresh starts and new beginnings, then February is about love and passion. Sure, Valentine’s Day is next week, but why should romance be limited to … Continue reading

February 6, 2015 · Leave a comment

Chocolate, the Ultimate Comfort Food

You know what I love about chocolate? EVERYTHING! It soothes me when when I’m sad and makes me feel happier when I’m happy. Rich and creamy, chocolate is the ultimate … Continue reading

August 1, 2014 · 2 Comments

It’s all about the lighting

Lighting. It’s something you just can’t live without and yet is possibly the most overlooked when selecting items for your home. In the words of one of our favorite design … Continue reading

July 25, 2014 · Leave a comment

Graduation Gifts They’ll Love

Graduations in Hawaii are celebrated with a piling of leis, huge family parties, packing, and moving onto another phase of life. Money as a gift is always nice, but there’s something about choosing … Continue reading

June 20, 2014 · Leave a comment

instyle magazine…

Courtesy of Angelo Surmelis (See original blog post) working with naya rivera, on designing her home, was the perfect example of my belief that everyone wants the same thing when it … Continue reading

May 30, 2014 · Leave a comment
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