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This project by three German architects envisions prefabricated plastic bubbles slung between coconut trees as living spaces. A winch-operated hoist would lift residents into the living compartments.
Images courtesy treehousesofhawaii.com and arcspace.com. |
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Maui man's tree house vision inspires the world
When Hana entrepreneur David Greenberg launched an international competition for tree house designs, he received more than 150 entries from nearly 600 architects in 40 countries. Clearly, the idea of living in a tree still inspires people around the world.
Australian actress finds confidence to play Judy Garland
Portraying the talented but deeply troubled Judy Garland required more than Judy Davis' remarkable acting ability. She stars in "Life With Judy Garland: Me and My Shadows," a four-hour miniseries airing on ABC tonight and tomorrow.
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CNN anchor ready to 'step back from table'
Bernard Shaw announced on the Friday after Election Day that in three months, he would leave the network he had helped establish 21 years earlier. He wasn't retiring, just "stepping back from the table." |
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Hawai'i Ways, Hawai'i Days
'Pigeon Park' stirs fond memories
Pigeon park. That was what we Ishikawa kids called the Honolulu Zoo when we were small, back around 1950. I think my kid sister, Karen, named it Pigeon Park when she was about 3. |
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Animal Companions
Make play time with your pet a priority
Not so long ago, you were crazy about each other. Put your relationship back at the top of your priority list. Recapture the thrill of being together with your best friend - your pet! |
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Hawai'i Gardens
Fringed coral hibiscus makes a great 'parent'
An old-fashioned and lovely hibiscus is the coral hibiscus. It came to our islands from Africa. It is the parent of many wonderful hibiscus cultivars and varieties. |
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 Home and Garden Calendar
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Art Review
Four current exhibits present variety of views
With its current installation of vibrant canvases by Amy Russell, the Koa Gallery at Kapi‘olani Community College is ablaze with color and light. The title of the exhibition, “Throw a Little Color on It,” is an understatement, to say the least. |
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Art Calendar
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Lit Beat
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Family meals still possible with hectic schedules
Even if your schedule is busy, there's always time to sit down together with your family for a meal. |
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Fun House
Hair-raising event strikes wedding
In a continuing series of humorous stories submitted by Advertiser readers, Katy Gomes of ‘Aina Haina tells a hair-raising, true tale about her niece's wedding. |
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Honorable Mention
Punahou student devoted to double bass
Punahou student Shawn Conley will take his bass-playing talents to Washington, D.C., for a national competition and an appearance on National Public Radio. |
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Disney searches for country's best teachers
The Walt Disney Co. is accepting nominations for Disney’s American Teacher Awards. |
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For Better, For Worse
Romance can be kept aflame without going out on dates
A wife says the romance is kept alive in her relationship by living for the moment. Her husband and her are too busy with their jobs and taking care of the kids to go out on dates. |
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Study says Apgar score of babies is useful
According to a recent study, the Apgar system remains a useful predictor of newborn survival, even though it was developed in 1952. |
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Prescriptions
Many products can help prevent heart problems
There are many products on the market to help improve your odds of preventing heart problems. |
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KidNews
Celebrate Girls' Day with tradition
Girls' Day is often celebrated with tradition, which includes dolls (hina ningyo), colored candies and kimonos. |
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Nature Squad
Discovering the real dirt on earthworms
The Hawai‘i Nature Squad investigates the wonders and mysteries of earthworms. |
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Wayne Harada |
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• Show Biz
'Comedy Shack' extended at Pagoda
"Comedy Shack," with Lanai and Augie T., the one-two punch from Island Rhythms 98.5, will be extended two more Fridays, tonight and March 2, at the Pagoda Restaurant’s second floor
• Island Sounds
Ojiji has an understated reggae rhythm
Rupert "Ojiji" Harvey is a Canadian who frequently visits here; he got hooked into the Island music scene and completed this CD on Maui, paying homage to his tropical paradise, "Aloha Hawai'i," on which he sings of reggae vibes, Hilo rainfall, Lahaina beaches and Maui sunrises.
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Audio sample of "Once a Lion" by Rupert "Ojiji" Harvey. in mp3 or RealAudio format. RealAudio requires a plug-in. |
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Audio sample of "Maui Morning" by Riley Lee and Jeff Pearson. in mp3 or RealAudio format. RealAudio requires a plug-in. |
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Joan Namkoong |
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• Market Basket
More foods developed for women
One of the top food trends this year will be foods designed specifically for women, offering nutrition lacking in their diets. |
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The Great Index to Fun
