2016 what's coming...

Howdy readers, it's been a while since I posted!  I've been busy working out my craft with 87ZERO, and still continue to do so to this day.  There's been A LOT going on, and as the luxury market begins to cool down, the rise of mid-market will begin to heat up.   Keep in mind, however, there's going to be a lot of activity for luxury interiors as the new projects begin to raise the bar on luxury living in Hawaii.  

As you know, Vida was cancelled... for now.  But it will be back - probably next cycle.  But mid-range projects are taking off, and luxury still reigns in Waikiki...  so this cycle still has some legs..  in fact, I think it will have a bit longer legs than people think just because we have been so stagnant for so long.   Interest rates remain low as we remain stuck in an economic doldrum where interest rates and growth are manipulated and controlled for the world's best chance to rebuild wealth.  Of course we will have bumps and grinds with the markets - but the western world cannot afford to take huge economic hits...  so I am predicting a slow growth grind that keeps everyone happy, but fearful enough to wage true competitive capitalism.  No free lunches, low-hanging fruit, or easy money - just solid hard, and competitive work is what we need to bring everyone's economies back around.  And that's exactly what we all need.  

My prediction for this year is that the stock market will correct, and keep people guessing.  Some portend disaster, while CNBC and the talking head's there continue to tell all that the world is strong.   We know that it is not, but we all pretty much agree that you will see other economies fail before we do.  First it's the middle east, then the BRIC nations, then Japan, Europe, and finally us - the holders of the world reserve currency.   But as economies fail, hate and blame, resentment and jealousy flourish..  So be ready for more terrorism, scares and unhappy people..... at least until hey learn to get back to work, and start sweating to make a living instead of just protesting the unfairness of whatever they are experiencing.

Back to our micro-market - strong visitation, strong construction, money flowing through Hawaii... all looks good for the year.  Hawaii really is a special place.  No place like it on earth, and REALLY coveted...  Which makes real estate in Hawaii  always a great investment....  unless we pollute the heck out of the place, or use our isolated island location as an experimental lab for the rest of the world.

 The maker-movement is taking on roots here.  People are choosing to go custom, and pushing their creativity.  I'm so glad that we are moving away from catalog buying, and more toward the mentality of "hey, I can make this!".  

I'll be busy working on a few smaller projects that you'll get to see take shape as we move from concept into reality this year.  What a great time to work on creative projects!  

As the boys on my son's basketball club team use as their rally cry - "Hard work!  Let's get it!"        -h