An Explanation of the Stages of Building a Pool in Hawaii Who wouldn’t love to have a beautiful pool on his or her property? We think a pool is a necessary luxury here in the Hawaiian Islands. Having a family pool creates more privacy for homeowners and their friends and families. And pools can be […]
What You Should Know About Working with a Swimming Pool Contractor in Oahu Living in Hawaii is a nature lover’s paradise. In all directions are landscapes, beautiful blue skies, and, of course, the mind-boggling Pacific Ocean, which, as Robert Wyland wrote: Stirs the heart, inspires the imagination and brings eternal joy to the soul. The […]
Are you eager to design your own inground pool for your Oahu home? There’s no better time than now. And it’s not as hard as you think!
Adding a Pool in Hawaii Yes, Pacific blue waters surround the islands of Hawaii. The ability to reach the sea from any point in the state is something most Hawaiian residents do not take for granted. Still, many individuals and families yearn for a private swimming pool inside or out of their homes for health […]
Designing and Building Your New Home in Hawaii Building and remodeling in Hawaii come with a different set of rules than building a home anywhere on the mainland. So, if you’re planning to build a house here, there are a few things you need to know before you get started. Hawaii’s housing market prices continue […]
Hawaii Residential Design Whether you’re constructing a new home or building onto your current one in Hawaii, residential design is no small task to undertake. However, it is one of the most rewarding in the world. We can agree our state is such a legendarily beautiful place to live. So it’s only natural for each […]
Build a New Carport Did you know carports are one of the most versatile and easy-to-build additions for your home? First, you don’t have to knock out any walls or extend the insulated part of the house. And second, it’s basically just a frame that shelters your car from the weather. Meaning, you can build […]
DIY Carport: Organizing Your Plan Are you eager to construct your own carport? Use this simple guide to get started in a DIY carport project for a nice add-on to your Hawaii home. Step One – Checklist and Permitting The first step is to make sure you’re following any deed restrictions, and visit your county’s […]
What Now? Updates on Building Permit Delays in Hawaii At Owner Built Design, our primary focus is providing permit-ready drawings for our clients. Yet, the permit delay proceedings have made it more difficult to get our jobs and clients’ homes completed. We’re hoping the press release of November 28, 2018, will be the beginning of a […]
Ongoing Building Permit Delay in Hawaii The delayed permit saga continues in Hawaii as the Honolulu Department of Permitting and Planning issuance of building permits remains stalled. Oahu contractors’ staff layoffs are still taking place, and the Building Industry Association (BIA) has taken on the fight to speed up the issuance of building permits, financing, and […]