Taryn stamps an attendee’s event passport at the Ernestomeda kitchen featuing Gaggenau appliances station. Guests who collected stamps at all designated stations completed their passports and were entered to win a premium $25,000 Thermador Kitchen Appliance package.
Kapua, Design Center Program Manager, demonstrates the special features of Akamai Cabinet drawers to an interested attendee, highlighting the quality craftsmanship and practical functionality of these custom storage solutions.
An enthusiastic attendee shares a joyful moment during one of the event’s door prize giveaways, led by emcee Casey Lund, adding to the festive atmosphere of the grand opening celebration.
Chef Shayne Castellano conducts an engaging cooking demonstration utilizing the premium Gaggenau kitchen appliances, showcasing their professional-grade performance and innovative features for attendees.
Emcee Casey Lund and Carla from Open Air Cabinetry share a warm, friendly moment, both smiling brightly during the festive grand opening celebration.
Chef Shayne Castellano captivates a substantial crowd during his cooking demonstration, showcasing the impressive Gaggenau kitchen appliances to an attentive audience of grand opening attendees.
Kim, Regional HPM Homes Planning Consultant, and Desiree, HPM Homes Program Manager, representing the comprehensive HPM Homes program at the grand opening event.
Design Center Administrator Valerie provides a detailed tour of the sophisticated Medallion Cabinetry Gold kitchen display, highlighting its premium features and craftsmanship to an interested attendee.
Miele representative, Ryan, provides a personalized tour of HPM Design Centers suite 109 to an interested couple, showcasing the premium combination of luxury Ernestomeda cabinetry and sophisticated Miele appliances.
Kapua, HPM Design Center Program Manager, engages in conversation with two interested guests, providing expert insight about the comprehensive offerings available at the newly opened facility.
Juan from Roca demonstrates EvoLux Apres LVT flooring with 20mil wear layer, which is stocked locally, to an interested attendee. In the background, the TOTO display showcases a selection of premium toilets and washlets available through both local stock and special order options.
Taryn and Kapua at the HPM Design Centers showroom suite 108, ceremonially draping the maile lei after Kahu Shon completes his traditional blessing.
Kahu Shon performs a traditional blessing ceremony at HPM Design Centers featuring HPM Homes showroom, suite 104. Desiree and Kim, representing the HPM Homes program, stand at both ends of the doorway with maile lei ceremonially tied at the entrance.
Meet the HPM Oahu Design Center Team. From left to right: Elise, Valerie, Taryn, Mike, Janet and Kathleen.
Contemporary SmartCucina kitchen featuring island and center base units in Melamine Naturale finish paired with tall and center wall units in PerfecLac Sabbia. This sleek flat panel design includes innovative features like a pull-out table in Fenix Bianca, rotating pantry system, and chef’s pantry pull-out. The space is enhanced with Silestone Coral Clay quartz countertop on the island, Dekton Neural on the perimeter, and integrated under-cabinet lighting. Equipped with premium Bosch Benchmark Series and Gaggenau appliances, Kohler Prolific workstation sink, and elegant matte aluminum handles.
Bright and functional Akamai Collection Ilima Series kitchen showcasing Maple Wood cabinetry in Pure White with classic Shaker styling. This thoughtfully designed space features premium organization solutions including Rev-a-Shelf wood utensil trays, tiered cutlery organizers, drawer peg systems, and soft-close drawers throughout. The elegant design is complemented by Silestone Victorian Silver quartz countertops with mitered edges, Daltile Starcastle Supernova Leaf backsplash, and sophisticated clear glass accents. Equipped with Bosch 800 Series appliances, Elkay Crosstown undermount sink, Delta Essa faucet in Arctic Stainless, and illuminated by Kichler Winslow mini pendants against beautiful HPM Stratalux Malibu Beach flooring.
Special swag bags were given to the first 100 attendees at the grand opening event. These exclusive bags were specially designed by local artist Kailah Ogawa, and included gifts from HPM, Hawaii Home + Remodeling, Open Air Cabinetry, Delta, Roca, Milgard Windows & Doors, Bosch, Thermador, and Bellmont.
Delta representative, Eric, guides an attendee through the extensive Delta offerings available at HPM’s Design Centers, highlighting the exclusive promotional offers available specifically to grand opening attendees.
An artfully presented dish created by Chef Shayne Castellano during his live cooking demonstration, showcasing both his culinary expertise and the precision performance of the Gaggenau appliances.
Lucky attendee celebrates winning a premium Miele Scout RX3 Home Vision Robot Vacuum Cleaner in elegant rose gold, a high-end prize with a retail sale value of $1,099.00, during the grand opening giveaway festivities.
Kehau, Vice President of HPM Homes and Design Centers, Paul, Flooring Design Manager, and Sebastian, Vice President of Merchandising & Marketing, representing HPM’s dedicated leadership team and specialized expertise at the grand opening celebration.
A mouthwatering culinary creation from Prime Roast Cafe, one of the delectable food samples offered to enhance the guest experience during the grand opening celebration.
Sophisticated Medallion Cabinetry Gold kitchen featuring perimeter units in Maple Wood Pistachio Paint and island in Maple Wood Sea Salt with Graphite Dry Brush. This Wallace Flat Panel design showcases premium features including soft-close drawers and doors, specialized storage solutions, and elegant Prairie Mullion doors with Water Glass. Complemented by Silestone Calacatta Gold Quartz countertops, Thermador appliances, and Champagne Bronze fixtures.
Sleek and contemporary Akamai Collection Ilima Series kitchen featuring Laminate cabinetry in a sophisticated Glossy Gray finish with modern flat panel doors. This efficient design includes premium features such as full-extension soft-close drawers, a tall pantry, full-depth refrigerator wall cabinet, and convenient corner Lazy Susan. The elegant space is enhanced with LX Quartz Calcatta Plata countertops, coordinating 6” backsplash, and dramatic full-height range splash. Complete with premium Bosch 500 and 800 Series appliances, Elkay Dayton double bowl sink, Delta Pivotal faucet in striking Matte Black, and stylish Kichler Crosby pendant lighting above HPM Stratalux Malibu Beach flooring.
Luxurious 42” x 54” custom shower featuring elegant Cambria Quartz in Everleigh on walls and curb, complemented by sophisticated Daltile Divinium Nova Basketweave floor tiles. This premium shower space showcases Delta fixtures in warm Champagne Bronze, including the versatile Saylor Monitor 14 Series system with 6-setting diverter and adjustable slidebar, plus the elegant Vero Monitor 17 Series with Emerge angular shower column and H2Okinetic showerhead. The streamlined design is completed with a stylish 4” square shower drain and frameless custom shower door featuring 3/8” clear glass with brushed bronze square hardware for a contemporary finishing touch.
Sophisticated Bellmont 1900 & Vero kitchen combining rich Walnut Wood perimeter cabinets in Bourbon Euro Touch finish with Morgan door style alongside sleek island units in TSS Laminate Corvo finish with contemporary Fusion doors. The striking design pairs Cambria Quartz countertops in Inverness Frost on the island with Inverness Stonestreet on the perimeter, enhanced by a dramatic full-height backsplash. This premium space showcases high-end Thermador and Bosch appliances, including a 48” built-in French door refrigerator and 30” double steam wall oven. Anchored by a KRAUS Kore workstation sink with Kohler Components faucet in Matte Black, illuminated by a Kuzco Shift linear pendant, and finished with warm EvoLux Apres LVT flooring in Caramel.
Chef Ernesto from Prime Roast Cafe artfully plates a delicious dessert for attendees to sample while exploring the various displays and offerings throughout the grand opening event.
Elise, Kitchen & Bath Designer, and Valerie, Design Center Administrator, share a friendly smile for the camera. These are just two of the welcoming, knowledgeable faces visitors will find at HPM’s Oahu Design Centers.
Kealii, HPM’s Windows & Doors Specialist, with David, Milgard Windows & Doors representative. The duo was available at the grand opening to provide expert information about HPM's extensive windows and door product offerings, including stocking Milgard vinyl windows and sliding doors.
Photos: Aaron K. Yoshino and Jonathan Yu
“The grand opening of our Oahu Design Centers fulfills a long-anticipated dream. Over the last century, HPM has been fortunate to grow from a lumber planing mill in Hilo to a full-service statewide building supplier, providing materials from foundation to roof and everything in between. Now, we’re thrilled to bring to Oahu the expert home design services that have helped generations of kamaaina build better and live better. Our vision is to be a one-stop home design destination for renovations, remodels and new builds, helping homeowners bring their inspiration to life.” — Jason Fujimoto, chairman and CEO of HPM Building Supply
HPM Building Supply officially opened the HPM Oahu Design Centers on May 4, 2025, launching the first Honolulu location in the company’s 104-year history and the first Oahu location dedicated to HPM’s wide selection of products for home interiors. Across three showrooms totalling more than 7,000 square feet with a full staff of home design and product specialists, homeowners and building industry professionals can shop HPM’s curated collections of cabinets, countertops, fixtures, plumbing, flooring and appliances as well as windows and doors. The showrooms also feature more than 20 packaged HPM Homes plans, ranging from 1-bedroom ADUs to two-story, 5-bedroom models. The opening of the HPM Oahu Design Centers brings the total number of HPM Design Centers to eight statewide.
The HPM Oahu Design Centers showcase the company’s signature brands, from in-stock Akamai Cabinets and SmartCucina Cabinets to upscale Bellmont Cabinets and Medallion Cabinetry as well as luxury Ernestomeda Cabinetry, an HPM-exclusive line in Hawaii. Other core products include state-of-the-art appliances from Thermador, Bosch, Gaggenau and Miele as well as premium TOTO plumbing fixtures.
“Every product we carry has been carefully chosen because it suits Hawaii’s unique climate, meets HPM’s high standards of quality, and elevates the aesthetic of a home,” said Kehau Amorin, vice president, HPM Homes & Design Centers. “Every team member at HPM is a part-owner of our 100% employee-owned company, meaning that everyone has a vested interest in delivering exceptional service and value to our customers. These traits define the HPM difference and drive our commitment to helping customers create homes that they love.”
The HPM Oahu Design Centers are open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. as well as by appointment in the Na Lama Kukui Lifestyle & Design Center at 560 N. Nimitz Highway in Honolulu. For more information, visit hpmhawaii.com/oahu-design-centers.
