Koa wood, native to Hawaii, is prized for its durability, vibrant grain, and warm, reddish-brown tone. Hawaiian artisans craft koa into everything from bowls to jewelry boxes to elegant furniture.

"Koa wood is such a special wood in Hawaii," shared one of the homeowners ... vases, and jewelry boxes are versatile enough to subtly add beachy touches to almost any interior design style.

Local artisans are bracing for huge increases because almost everything, even locally made, has some parts that are shipped ...