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What elemental style do you bringto your home? Are you obses-sive about cleanliness and order

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The five element theory

Each element (water, wood, fire, earthand metal) is a form of energy with itsown unique qualities, expressing itselfin many ways. We can find the elementsin shapes, seasons, tastes, directions,organs, personality traits, colors andmore.

To balance an area, feng shui tradi-tionally uses the five-element theory todetermine what element is dominant ordeficient, but it is fun to look at the ele-ments in terms of personality andhouse-management style.

Water

Water is free-flowing, representingboth movement and clarity, never let-ting obstacles get in the way. Peoplewith strong water personalities areintuitive, spontaneous, creative andopen to reorganizing and changing theenergy every so often to avoid stagnan-cy. Yet, they often have too much goingon to worry about clearing up theirspace. Their homes have lots of per-sonality, and contain unique one-of-a-kind furnishings. Philosophers,painters and metaphysically orientedpeople often are water personalities.

Wood

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HOW DOES HOME STYLE REFLECT YOUR

ELEMENTAL PERSONALITY?

One of the world’s mosttrusted photovoltaicpanel manufacturers,

Mitsubishi Electric, has juststepped up its exclusive rela-tionship with Alternate Energy.

On a recent trip to Japan to visitMitsubishi headquarters and factories, theAlternate Energy team got the officialnews that they have been named the firstElite Mitsubishi Electric Dealer. AlternateEnergy is the only PV company in Hawaiito hold that distinction.

Alternate Energy executives CraigKawamura, Mike Ito and RichardAgbunag were the first clients allowed totour all of Mitsubishi’s facilities, includ-ing the Tokyo headquarters, the cell man-ufacturing factory in Nagoya and theassembly factory in Kyoto. They wereeven invited into the top-secret Research& Development Center in Osaka, wherethe company is leading the way on “smartgrid” technology to help manage PV loaddistribution for the cities of the future.

The team witnessed the technology thatallows Mitsubishi panels to boast theindustry’s highest possible longevity andsafety measures, which far exceed stan-

dard benchmarks, all conducted in spot-less, state-of-the-art factories.

They also found that Mitsubishi’s“seven guiding principles” resonateddeeply with them: trust, quality, technol-ogy, citizenship, compliance, environ-ment and growth.

After an intense 10 days in Japan, theAlternate Energy team returned homewith a renewed sense of pride and confi-dence in the product. Sales managerKawamura said, “We now know first-handthat we are selling the absolute best prod-uct on the market.

“When it comes to PV panels, there area lot of options out there with new manu-facturers cropping up all the time. But

with such an important home investment,this is one area where you don’t want toskimp on quality or go with an untestedbrand name.”

Mitsubishi is a recognized world leaderin the manufacturing, marketing and salesof electrical and electronic equipment. Itsproducts are used in information process-ing and communications, space develop-ment and satellite communications, con-sumer electronics, industrial technology,energy, transportation and building equip-ment. A conservative company with $45billion in revenue last year, it is a well-diversified, established leader in electron-ics, and a brand name you can trust.

Of course, all that expertise is distilled

into Mitsubishi Electric’s PV systems,which are designed and built not just foroptimal efficiency, but for long-term relia-bility. The company’s 25-year warranty issolidly backed by its more than 80 years ofexperience providing reliable, high-quali-ty electrical products.

Perhaps most important for Hawaiihomes, Mitsubishi panels are engineeredto withstand tough outdoor conditionsincluding winds up to 130 mph andcoastline corrosion. While some manu-facturer warranties specify a 500-meterminimum installation distance from saltwater, Mitsubishi extends its warrantyon modules installed near salt water,making the panels an ideal choice forHawaii.

Alternate Energy is proud to be theonly authorized Hawaii-based dealer toprovide Mitsubishi’s PV modules directfrom Japan. Customer demand speaksloudest of all: Owner Bruce Ekimurareports that Alternate Energy wasresponsible for 10 percent of the 30megawatts installed in Hawaii in 2011,and has become the leading installer ofMitsubishi panels in the entire UnitedStates.

Last but not least, if selecting qualitymodules is crucial, so is the experienceand track record of the installer. That’swhy Alternate Energy is working tomodel its installation protocols afterMitsubishi’s own guidelines in Japan —where installers are required to pass arigorous, exclusive course before theyare allowed to install the product.Alternate Energy’s new facility in PearlCity allows installers to hone their skillson sample rooftops made of the mostpopular roofing materials used in Hawaii,ensuring that the team has mastered thebest practices in the industry before theyever climb up on a customer’s rooftop.

Ekimura said, “Our customers tell me itfeels good to know they are working witha longtime, established local company andproven manufacturers when they makethis all-important investment for theirhome or business. And that feels good tous.”

Alternate Energy Inc. is located at 96-1276 Waihona St., # C124 in Pearl City. Callthe company at 842-5853 (Oahu) and 872-9592 (Maui), or visit it online at www.AlternateEnergyHawaii.com.

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Wiedemann, who has been in theair conditioning business since1979, sells and installs split-ductlesssystems on Oahu, as well asportable air conditioners. He alsosells the less expensive windowunits that are often the choice forapartments, condos and houses.“Even the window air conditioningunits, which are generally what yousee in older apartment buildings ortownhomes, have been extensivelyimproved both in efficiency andappearance. However, the tenantand/or owner needs to obtain per-mission from the managementcompany and/or apartment owners

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When considering an update for yourbathroom, whether you choose to do anextensive remodel or a smaller project,most kitchen and bath designers agreeon these tips:

• Consider the size of the bathroom. Ifyou have a small room, look for ways tomake it feel more expansive. A sleek,stylish glass shower enclosure helpsyour bathroom appear more spacious,and in most instances, a frameless show-er enclosure will provide the cleanest,most open look. If you decide to go witha framed shower enclosure, you’ll havetwo choices: frameless sliding doors or

framed doors. For framed doors, be surethe finish of the metal framing and han-dles matches your bathroom fixtures.

• Think outside the box. Taking a cre-ative approach to bathroom necessitiescan help you make the most of yourspace. For instance, the majority ofshower enclosures are square or rectan-gular, but today’s designers encourageyou to think about other shapes. Don’tbe afraid to consider a circular or oval-shaped enclosure, a triangle or even astandard shape with an artfully bowedglass door, which can redefine the spaceand make your bathroom more versa-tile.

• Don’t skimp on the glass. All glass usedfor shower enclosures is safety glass,which means it is tempered to make itstronger and more shatterproof. Thatdoesn’t mean all shower glass is alike,though. Most shower doors and enclo-sures are fabricated from conventionalclear glass — which typically has alight, almost imperceptible green cast— or some variation of frosted glass. Ifyou want a look that’s chic and ultra-clear, ask your bath designer or show-

room retailer about Clarvista onStarphire glass.

• Brighten things up. Repainting yourbathroom with light colors can make itfeel more spacious. If your bathroom haswindows or skylights, use window treat-ments and accents that maximize theamount of light that comes through togive the room a more airy feel.

• Find the best use for your space. Movebathroom cleaning items to a hall closetif you are stretched for storage space inyour bathroom, especially if you havefreestanding storage units that are takingup valuable floor space. If you need morestorage space, consider adding built-incompartments if possible between yourwall studs to maximize useable space.

It’s been shown time and time againthat remodeling a bathroom can add to ahome’s value. Whether you want to sellor just enjoy your home more, it’s one ofthe most practical and dramatic ways tomake your home more appealing. To dis-cover more great ideas and inspirationfor bathroom remodeling, visitwww.ppgclarvista.com.

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During the design andconstruction portions ofthe process, homeownersreceive free consultation,

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New for 2012, HKConstruction Corp. isproud to announce theinauguration of the HKKitchen & Bath Division.Although HK Constructionhas designed and installedhundreds of kitchens andbaths over its four-genera-tion history, HK Construc-tion management recog-nizes the growing demandin the Oahu (and Hawaii)

market for kitchen remod-els and renovations. Bycreating a specially dedi-cated division for kitchenand bath design and instal-lation, HK Constructionwill be able to continue ourcommitment to “cuttingedge design excellence,quality craftsmanship andextraordinary customerservice.”

The new HK Kitchenand Bath Division hasenlisted the services of aseasoned and experiencedteam of kitchen and bathdesign consultants andmaster cabinet, countertopand flooring installers tomeet and exceed the cus-tomer’s desires and needs.All this combined with thecompany’s four-generationheritage, excellent reputa-tion and proven qualityconstruction ensure thevery best in design, qualityand value for any of theircustomers’ residential con-struction needs. For semi-nar reservations, pleasecall 753-5643.

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This is the first of athree-part series.

When Alan Nelsonand his wife,Cyndi Keller,

decided to live in Alan’schildhood home, it didnot reflect the lifestyle orpersonal character theyhad developed as a fami-ly. They decided todemolish it and startfresh.

At the BIA HomeBuilding and RemodelingShow in 2010, Alan andCyndi visited GrahamBuilders’ booth andsigned up for the de-sign+build company’s free“Building Your Home forLife” seminar.

“We attended GrahamBuilders’ seminar to learnabout the home buildingprocess,” said Alan. “Itwas clear Graham Build-ers was a custom builder,as opposed to a cookie-cutter contractor. (Thecompany’s) seminar wasgeared toward individualneeds.”

Alan and Cyndi sub-scribe to the philosophy

that what is built in theouter world is a mirror ofan individual’s innerworld, and as SirWinston Churchill oncesaid, “We shape ourdwellings and ourdwellings shape us.” TheNelson-Kellers believe inbuilding responsibly andcaring for our built envi-ronment. They wanted ahome that representedeach of them personally,while being respectful oftheir neighbors in thecontext of their neigh-borhood.

The goal was to build ahome in keeping with thelow-key elegance andrelaxed waterfront life-style of Hawaii Kai.“Graham Builders helpedinterpret our personal‘inner world’ into a homethat is truly reflective of

us as individuals, but notout of line with its envi-ronment,” the couple said.

As a result, the moderndetailing of the Nelson-Keller home will notcompete with island tra-dition. Stained latticework on the exterior willadd visual warmth whilekeeping the inside shad-ed from the sun. Theexterior will be clad withcement board on a rain-screen system for addedventilation for the facade.

“This is not your aver-age two-story home,”said Evan Fujimoto,Graham Builders’ presi-dent. “We designed a‘clerestory plan’ thatallowed them to achievethe idea of taking vaultedceilings to the nextlevel.”

Ceilings will measure13 feet high in the kitchenand 12 feet high in theupstairs hallway. Abun-dant natural light willbrighten the hallway,staircase and most everyroom in the house. Themaster bedroom willboast 10-foot ceilings,providing an open andspacious feel that is con-ducive to Hawaii’s in-door-outdoor lifestyle.

“Graham Builderstreated us with respect —no hard sell,” said Alan.“We did our ownresearch and got referralsfrom friends who hadworked with GrahamBuilders before. GrahamBuilders has a reputationfor excellent work. Theyreally listened to us andaccurately interpretedour wishes.”

This story is part oneof three that will followthe Nelson-Kellers intheir design+build jour-ney, to share their experi-ence in building a newhome with GrahamBuilders. In May we’llcheck in with the home-owners and report on the

construction process.The completed projectwill be unveiled in June,so don’t miss it!

Homeowners interest-ed in learning more aboutthe latest trends in designand renovation, as well asmulti-generational livingand sustainable building,can attend GrahamBuilders’ upcoming“Building Your Home forLife” seminar Saturday,April 28 from 9 to 11 a.m.at Honolulu CountryClub. Seminars are free,but reservations arerequired. For a fullschedule of 2012 semi-nars or to register, visitwww.grahambuilders.comor call 593-2808.

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A rendering of thehome, scheduledto be completed in June.

line with their busyschedule, they are morelikely to hire others tohelp them clean, decorateand manage their home,

which is usually beauti-fully maintained.

Fire

Fire is passionate,stimulating, expansive,

creative and about reach-ing the heights of expres-sion. People with strongfire personalities movefast, are impatient, havea short attention span

and want things done“now.” Their homes mayhave bright bold colors,animal prints and furrypillows, but also mayshow signs of a lack of

maintenance — dustyshelves, messy closets.Their attention is on theembellishments, not thedetails.

Earth

Earth is foundationaland comfortable, repre-senting grounding and sta-bility. People with strongEarth personalities helpothers feel safe and nur-tured. Because they have ahard time getting rid ofanything, their homes maycontain broken items, areoften cluttered and haveoverflowing closets andshelves filled to the brim;yet the home feels lived inand cozy.

Metal

Metal energy is con-tracting, cool, clean andsimple, representingwhat is solid and exact.People with metal per-sonalities are perfection-ists, constantly refiningtheir environment andpaying great attention todetail. Mindful of whatthey bring into their

space, you will find noclutter in the home,which is usually elegantwith luxurious fabricsand polished texturesthroughout.

Combination of

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We are all a combina-tion of elemental styles,and you may see your-self reflected in two oreven three of the ele-mental descriptions list-ed above. It’s importantto ask yourself what youreally love. You mayhave a fantasy of havinga clean and immaculatehome (metal), but reallyprefer to live in a spacethat is cozy and homey(earth). Neither judgenor compare your styleof expression to others,but work on acceptingyour reality as a part ofwho you are. That is thetrue secret to balance!

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Because of our state’s dependenceon imported oil, energy costs inHawaii are the highest in the U.S.,and the need to reduce the price ofcooling a home or business has ledto innovations. “The marketdemands that we work with the lat-est materials and technologiesbecause our clients want to save ontheir energy costs over the longterm,” Gregory says.

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vice mortgage lending.Miles Kimhan heads the

mortgage lending arm ofHCFCU and has more than 20years of experience in the realestate industry. Kimhan andhis experienced staff bring awealth of knowledge in mort-gage lending and know thestresses and urgencies thatcome with getting the financ-ing needed when purchasing anew home or taking on a reno-

vation project. If you’ve been thinking

about remodeling your home,the first step is to find the mosteffective way to pay for it. Thisallows you to find out how bigof a renovation project you canafford and what financingoptions are available.

For those with built-up equi-ty in their homes, a HomeEquity Line Of Credit(HELOC) could be the best

option as rates are still rela-tively low. A Home EquityLine Of Credit is a revolvingline of credit, which gives theflexibility to use funds “asneeded,” similar to a creditcard. This allows payment ofinterest only when allottedfunds are used. As payment tothe principal is made, the cred-it line is replenished.

If you choose to open aHELOC, HCFCU generally can

get you approved and fundedin as little as two weeks so thatyour renovation project can bestarted promptly. This is justone of the many benefits ofgoing to HCFCU to meet yourfinancing needs. As a not-for-profit company, HCFCU hasless fees and is able to offermore flexible conditions,whereas most banks havetightened lending standardsand may take more than amonth to get the funds youneed.

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