Island Living

A Maui island magazine included with Maui Nō Ka ʻOi Magazine. Gardening tips, beautiful Maui homes, island flora and fauna & more.

Paia Maui beachfront home

A Home by the Sea

Location gives this beach home the privacy of a seaside retreat, even though it’s only a stroll away from the bustle of Pā‘ia town.
Jennifer Edwards and Eric Littlejohn

Dynamic Duo

A Q&A with realtors Jennifer Edwards and Eric Littlejohn
Napili Kai Beach Resort

Oceanfront, Earth Friendly

Located on the West side of Maui, Napili Kai Resort has transformed from an environmentally unfriendly condo complex to model of green living.

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indoor plants

A Garden Indoors

We talk to a local expert in caring for indoor plants.
maui designer cabinet maker

Chairman of the Board

When it comes to custom cabinetry, Eddie Takayesu and his team have it nailed.
Maui Hula Home Remodel

Translated into Hawaiian

Renovations give an Upcountry dwelling an island sense of place.
Kula Maui estate pool

Artistic Oasis in Kula

Life imitates art and art imitates life in Upcountry estate.
Westin Nanea timeshares

The Points Are in Your Favor

Learn what makes vacation ownership so popular.
Hawaii home maintenance

Designing for the Elements

Expert advice for Hawai‘i-proofing your home.
Ranchers daughter

The Rancher’s Daughter

Wendy Rice Peterson is a fourth-generation Maui rancher . . . and the most productive realtor for Island Sotheby’s International Realty in 2016. If anyone knows Upcountry real estate, it’s Wendy.
amazing jungle shower

The Outdoor Shower

When was the last time you bathed out of doors, feeling the warmth of the sun on your skin, watching the wind dance in the trees, or the stars play hide-and-seek with the clouds?
garden makeover

A Garden-Variety Makeover

Before and after at Maui Nō Ka ‘Oi’s Wailuku headquarters.
Haiku house

Keepers of History

The first thing you notice is a generous white split-rail rambling along the roadside, offering tantalizing glimpses of smooth green lawns, majestic old shade trees, and a pretty white gazebo where lemonade might be served on a hot summer’s day...
Maui real estate trends

The Luxury Home

Get the skinny on Maui's high-end real-estate market.
real estate trends

Bringing it Home

We asked Rob Shelton to share his local-market expertise and some tried-and-true tips for sellers and buyers.
hawaiian forests

Guardians of the Watershed

We celebrate The Nature Conservancy's thirty years in Hawai'i with a visit to its crown jewel, Waikamoi cloud forest.

Solar Q&A

Hawai‘i's subtropical latitude and abundant sunshine make solar power an obvious energy choice, but factors like proximity to the ocean create specific challenges. That’s why it's important to hire seasoned professionals.
island kitchen

Island Kitchens

From classic plantation style to south shore tech, three fabulous kitchens . . . custom designed for maximum function, beauty and easy island lifestyle.
Kohala Conservancy

Conservation-oriented Real Estate

We talk story with a real-estate company that has embraced issues more typically the purview of land trusts and conservation groups.
Maui real estate for sale

Featured Real Estate Listings

Check out gorgeous Maui properties in the fall 2014 Maui real estate listings.
tropical bali style home

How to Create the Home of Your Dreams

Four Maui architects share advice and insights on designing a residence that will make you happy.
great finds

Great Finds: Home Accessories

Styling your home? Make your statement with accessories that shine.
real estate trends

Real Estate Trends 2013

Mary Ann Fitch, a top realtor on Maui discusses the current real estate market on Maui and how it is expanding with increased building and property land sales throughout all parts of the island.

In the Market for Luxury?

Luxury real estate on Maui: With prices like $10 million, it may sound crazy, but Maui is a good value.
wedding rings

Ring Around Aloha

Flaunt your passion for each other--and Hawai'i--with tropically inspired custom wedding sets by island designers

Space: The Final Frontier

We explore options to redesign a closet with the help of a professional.

Perfect Day on Maui

Waihee hike

Wailuku Attractions + VIDEO

Follow your local guide and make the most of central Maui on this perfect day in Wailuku tour.

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