Celebrating Local Style in 2024
These trends ranked tops with our Hawaii Home + Remodeling readers.
With hit TV shows showcasing Hawaii’s renovation superstars and growing social media buzz around Island-inspired aesthetics, 2024 was a standout year for local home design. Here are the top five breakout trends of the year, illustrated with previously unpublished images from our archives.
1. Mixing Patterns and Textures
The vanity by ROOST Design Hale in our featured image above blends bold prints and tactile finishes. Local designers and homeowners embraced mixing patterns and textures for a multisensory ambience. Read more in our July 2024 story, “Neighbor Island Muses.”
2. Architectural Ingenuity
Island architecture flourished in 2024, emphasizing sustainability, imagination and sense of place. Photographer Adam Taylor captured this image of an innovative local high-rise. See more in our August 2024 story, “Snapshots and Skylines.”
3. Clean and Contemporary Looks
Japandi continues to dominate Hawaii’s design scene. This Noe Studio project exemplifies the minimalist Japan-meets-Scandinavia style, known for sleek lines and modern forms. Discover more in our June 2024 story, “So Fresh and So Clean.”
4. Interior Design for All Ages
As multigenerational living rises in Hawaii, homeowners are investing in stylish spaces for the entire ohana. This fun kids’ room by designer Shaolin Low highlights the trend. Check out our March 2024 story, “Designing for Different Ages.”
5. Elevated Indoor-Outdoor Living
With year-round beautiful weather, Hawaii is the ideal place for homes that blur indoor and outdoor spaces. Designer Avery Solmssen’s project brings natural elements inside, elevating the trend. Explore our October/November 2024 story, “Mastering Indoor-Outdoor Living.”
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