By Alice Robertson Living a clutter-free life is more than a modern trend. In fact, it can keep us healthy, both physically and mentally. However, that doesn’t mean we should …
New Community on Hawai’i Island Raising The Bar for Sustainable Community Developments in Hawaii
In recent years, Hawai’i Island (aka the “Big Island”) has become known as a center of increased environmental awareness and an emphasis on more sustainable living. This forward-looking lifestyle ethic …
How Design Guidelines Help Promote Sustainability in Kuwili Lani, Hawaii Island’s First-Ever Agrihood
September 25, 2018 Whether buying an existing home or building a new one, savvy homebuyers in Hawaii know that an active Homeowners Association (HOA) can protect and enhance property values through their …
Retiring with Sustainability in Mind
September 12, 2018 According to AARP, more than 10,000 people turn age 65 every day in the U.S. As baby boomers retire, they are redefining where and how they …
Energy Efficient Homes Lead Hawai’i Island’s Future
August 23, 2018 The idea of paying less on energy bills is music to most people’s wallets. Ten years ago, Hawai’i leaders launched the Hawaii Clean Energy Initiative, a bold program …
Kuwili Lani: A Community Steeped in Sustainability
August 03, 2018 With spectacular ocean views, some of the best farmland in the state, and the possibility of building energy efficient homes, it is easy to see why the …
The Benefits of Farming on Hawai’i’s Hamakua Coast
June 20, 2018 Hamakua Coast Farmlands If you are looking for Hamakua Coast land for sale, chances are you are also interested in farming or at least growing your own food. …
A First for Hawai’i Island: Kuwili Lani is True Sustainable Living
June 15, 2018 A new intentional residential community is being developed along the Hamakua Coast in Laupahoehoe. Kuwili Lani is what’s known as an agrihood (agriculture neighborhood) – and it is the first of …
Living Near an Active Volcano: Is it Safe?
June 01, 2018 The Island of Hawai’i, also known as the Big Island, is one of the few places in the world where visitors can get up close and personal …