YOUR IDEAL HAWAII HOME

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About the Authors

Tyler and Chris Mercier moved to the island of Hawaii in 2007 and currently live near the beach in Kailua-Kona. They traded in their fast-paced life in Silicon Valley for a laid-back tropical life in Hawaii. They write blogs, articles and websites about what they have learned living in Hawaii.

If you have questions or want more information you can contact the Mercier’s at calculatedliving@gmail.com

Your Ideal Hawaii Home has what you need to know about the climate, laws, and culture of Hawaii to avoid disaster when buying or building a home in the Hawaiian Islands.

This book describes the variety of climate zones on the islands, rainfall differences, issues with bugs and mold, unique property laws, costs of ownership, and cultural differences that challenge people from the mainland US and other countries moving to Hawaii. Your Ideal Hawaii Home describes the large variety of residential housing choices in Hawaii with the authors' personal experiences of living in a high-rise in Waikiki, a post and pier house in Hilo, and a condominium in Kailua-Kona.

Photographs and illustrations are used to describe Hawaii house design elements, weather differences on each island, and views of living in Hawaii. The best features for a house in the tropics are described along with ways to minimize bugs, conserve electricity, and find an island community that is a fit for you and your family.

This book covers topics newcomers to Hawaii wish they had known before they bought a home:

Cold climate houses are expensive to cool and upkeep in Hawaii’s tropical climate.

Hawaii-style house features can minimize bugs and mold in a house.

The islands geography creates dramatic climate differences in small distances.

Gardens can be overwhelming in a tropical environment.

Fast growth of trees and bushes can block cooling breezes and views.

Hawaii has complex zoning laws which can limit property use.

Neighbors are really important on a remote island.

Get informed from Your Ideal Hawaii Home before you buy or build your dream house in Hawaii!

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