Archive for Catherine E. Toth

Outdoor Lounging

April - May 2010

Tips to create the perfect lanai living space Oceanfront resorts, downtown cafes, even pool-side nightclubs. These venues have long taken advantage of Hawaii’s idyllic year-round weather, creating inviting outdoor dining and lounge areas suitable for an Island lifestyle. And now, more homeowners want to create a livable outdoor room with sturdy furnishings that don’t skimp…

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Olympic Hero

December - January 2009

Gold medalist Bryan Clay basks in the spotlight of athletic fame * Clothing Courtesy Neiman Marcus He’s got two Olympic medals. His face is plastered on Wheaties boxes. He’s considered the world’s greatest athlete. He’s been on Late Night with David Letterman. He spoke at the National Republican Convention. He’s even rung the closing bell…

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Under the Rug

August - September 2008

Woven and intricate, Azadi makes customized rugs for every taste Arug can create a mood, finish a look, or just reflect the homeowner’s personality and taste. So it’s no surprise that Azadi Fine Rugs, one of the oldest rug companies in the U.S. with two locations on the Big Island, lures a steady clientele of…

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PATRON SAINT

August - September 2008

John Paul DeJoria talks to HILuxury about hair care, tequila and helping to change the world When John Paul DeJoria, chairman and chief executive officer of the John Paul Mitchell Systems hair empire, commits to something, he doesn’t go halfway. Like when he wanted a Balinese-style, dragon-inspired home on the Big Island. It took three…

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Beyond Borders

June - July 2008

Karl Mench transforms a small lot into a stellar home When Karl Mench, an architect and general contractor, bought a two-bedroom, one-bath fixer-upper in Kailua eight years ago, he had a vision for the dilapidated structure. He saw beyond the severely outdated electrical wiring and plumbing system, beyond the unusable appliances. He saw potential in…

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Furnished in Fendi

April - May 2008

Bring designer flair to your home with Fendi Casa It’s not often you can find a sofa that will match your crocodile leather tote. But for the past few years, Fendi, the Italian brand famous for its stilettos and handbags, has offered the kind of luxury home furnishings stylish enough to wear. The line, which…

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