1. Oceanfront beach home with turquoise waters and swaying palm trees on a clear sunny day at Lanikai Beach on the windward side of Oahu, Hawaii.

    What Are the Best Building Materials for Beach Houses?

    Building a beach house or beachfront home requires a design process and careful consideration of the materials used due to the unique challenges posed by coastal environments. High humidity, saltwater…
  2. Products to Help Your Home Build in the Caribbean

    Buying or Building a Home in the Caribbean? We Have The Tools To Help! Dreaming of owning a home in the Caribbean? The allure of turquoise waters, pristine beaches, and…
  3. construction in the carribean

    Construction in the Caribbean: A Guide to Sourcing Supplies

    The latest news shows that the Caribbean islands are some of the most vulnerable nations in the world regarding climate-related events. These disasters amount to high human losses, and the…
  4. view of a dock on the ocean

    8 Essential Construction Project Management Tips

    Although the construction industry saw a 7% gain in nominal value added in 2023, unfortunately, experts say the increase was likely due to price inflation, not volume. However, 2024 forecasting…
  5. best wood for underwater use

    What’s the Best Wood for Underwater Use?

    When deciding on the best wood for underwater usage, there are a few things to keep in mind to guarantee durability and resilience.  In this blog post, we will delve…
  6. bulkhead material

    Guide to Bulkhead Materials: Which Should You Use? 

    Bulkheads are a crucial component of marine construction. They protect coastal areas by helping to control erosion, reduce flooding, and limit damage to structures behind them. To accomplish all this,…
  7. Exterior Siding

    Your Complete Guide to Exterior Siding

    Homeowners in tropical environments have a lot to consider when choosing exterior siding for their homes.  Homes in coastal and tropical environments have to be able to weather humid summers,…
  8. Ipe vs teak

    Ipe vs Teak: Comparing High-End Lumber

    Teak and Ipe are durable, high-quality, and attractive woods that make superior-quality and long-lasting furniture pieces. These woods are highly prized for their durability and attractiveness in woodworking. Most people…
  9. composite trim

    Exterior Composite Trim for Home or Deck: A Complete Guide

    Exterior trim visually draws your home together, but it serves a purpose beyond the aesthetic. It seals out moisture and unwanted pests while preventing mold and mildew from permeating your…
  10. Cable and wood railing along a body of water.

    Easy DIY Cable for Deck Railings

    Cable railings have been widely adopted as guard and handrails of choice among homeowners, thanks to their great aesthetics, flexible use cases, and endless customization. Installing cable railings on your…