Mokulua In the Press
Mokulua HPB's Smith Residence Project Highlighted in Architect Magazine
This beautiful Kailua home is the first LEED v4 certified home in Hawai‘i, making it both a gorgeous property and an environmentally friendly structure. Mokulua HPB's innovative sustainable architectural style takes this residence to a whole new level.
Published August 19, 2015.
Mike featured on the August Issue of Hawai‘i Green Magazine
MOKULUA's image and reputation grows by the minute as owner Mike Fairall continues to awe and revolutionize Hawai‘i's green building scene. Hawai‘i Green Magazine is the leading publication for all things environmentally friendly in the islands, and Mike was featured in the Lifestyle section of the August issue as an impactful businessman and foregrounding leader for sustainable construction in Hawai‘i.
Published August 2015.
MOKULUA HIGH PERFORMANCE BUILDER ON HAWAII NEWS NOW
Mike Fairall, Principal RME of MOKULUA High Performance Builder (HPB), said “high performance home building is more than greening your home, it’s a combination of sustainability, green, healthy and durable. It truly is the essence of the green building concept; an evolving formula for creating the most efficient end product taking into consideration regional climate qualities and site specific details. Its maximizing design, planning, construction and livability, it requires a knowledgeable team and a client who has high standards but is financially conscience. A high performance home is a well planned and successful investment for any homeowner who wants an optimal return on investment for the life of their ownership.”
Aired May 2, 2012.
MOKULUA’S GOLD CERTIFIED KANEOHE HOME
Green Buildings incorporate a host of elements including standards and best practices for home builders. Doug Pierce, Director of Client Services explains the certification requirements. What are the steps to Building Green? Watch ECO Effects Hawai‘i and Doug as he explains the process to achieving NAHB's Certified Gold for this Kane‘ohe home.
Aired April 17, 2011.
REVOLUSUN GETS A GREEN OFFICE FROM MOKULUA HIGH PERFORMANCE BUILDER
Eric Carlson explains how Revolusun's remodel was planned to make the lowest possible impact on the environment. They partnered with MOKULUA High Performance Builder to reshape the company's corporate space. MOKULUA used reclaimed wood and recycled materials and all local vendors for this project, including Re-Use Hawai‘i.
Aired April 17, 2011.
Sustainability and the Building Industry. MOKULUA High Performance Builder on the Forefront
Green is "in" and is here to stay. This article talks about how green is changing the building industry and along with details on how green technologies are quickly becoming a staple in all projects. It is important to find a green team in the early phases of the project's planning to make sure green construction practices and materials are incorporated, without breaking your budget.
Published April 22, 2009.
MOKULUA High Performance Builder and Michael Fairall, 2009 SBA’s Young Entrepreneur of the Year
Green Business Quarterly is a national magazine focused on how businesses are incorporating green technologies into their business and making money at the same time. Part of MOKULUA's success is how we find ways to incorporate "green" into a home without breaking the budget. Being conscious of greener practices from the very beginning of the building process provides you with long term savings.
Published Fall 2009.
Forward Thinking Design Build: MOKULUA’s “Fantastic” Eco Home
This "Green Home" proves a sustainable home can be both smart and beautiful. Custom wood cabinets, doors, trims, flooring and ceilings give the home the craftsman look our client was looking for. Through recycled, reclaimed and certified lumber sources MOKULUA woodworking was able to build a home with a low carbon footprint, while exceeding clients' expectations for quality. This home leaves no eco stone unturned.
Published April 2009.