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Seattle’s Fremont neighborhood is the go-to place for unique vintage wear, statement accessories, furniture and one-of-a-kind goods. This quirky area has everything from a vintage mall to a strip of boutique shops where you can spend the day searching for the perfect piece. Fremont’s shops are great places to visit no matter what’s your style. Fremont is located just a short distance from all of AMLI’s Seattle apartments. Grab your wallet, let’s check out the shopping in the neighborhood.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Seattle Vintage Decor & More✨ (@fremontvintagemall) on Sep 29, 2018 at 11:37am PDT Fremont […]

Garbage disposals are an appliance that provides many conveniences to our kitchen. What do you do with that week old, leftover pasta sauce or soup that you found in the back of your fridge? It’s easy to dump liquid foods down the sink just to get rid of it quickly. Unfortunately, improper use of your garbage disposal can often lead to ugly problems. By following a few simple rules you can avoid these problems, like unwanted odors or the garbage disposal not draining properly in your apartment. Here are our do’s and don’ts for your garbage disposal. The basics While your specific […]

Spring cleaning is a popular practice, but a fall deep clean might be a good idea before you batten down the hatches for the cold. Summer’s passed, which usually means there’s been a lot of time with open windows and patio doors, bringing all sorts of stuff from the outdoors into our apartments. Fall is the perfect time to clean your apartment all while keeping our environment healthy. Here are a few of our favorite fall green cleaning tricks. 1. Organize closets With any change in the season, it’s a good idea to go through your clothes and evaluate what you wore or didn’t wear […]

VU Rooftop Bar (pronounced “view”) opened recently near Chicago’s McCormick Place. This must-try bar offers fine food and cocktails in a massive 13,000-square-foot indoor/outdoor space located 22 stories above the conference center floor. It’s got outstanding views of downtown Chicago as well as Lake Michigan. It’s conveniently located near many of AMLI’s Chicago luxury apartments. VU Rooftop Bar is a less than 2 miles south from our Printer’s Row apartments and our South Loop apartments. Let’s check out this fancy new rooftop bar in Chicago’s near South Side.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by VU Rooftop (@vurooftop) on Sep 25, 2018 at 2:33pm […]

North Atlanta has a ton of great restaurants to try. Discover all your favorites from American-style cuisine, international sensations or classic Southern fare, all without having to venture into downtown. We’ve put together some of our favorite restaurants to try in Piedmont Heights, where you can get everything your taste buds are craving. All of these recommendations are just a short commute from the Lindbergh apartments. Fat Mack’s Rib Shack 1811 Piedmont Ave. NE Fat Mack’s Rib Shack is a no-frills counter service restaurant offering barbecue, beer and nightly blues music. This intimate restaurant has all your favorite barbecue plates like ribs, chicken […]

Cooking in your apartment should make you feel good! But if you’re at the point where ordering takeout is more of a prerogative than spending time in your kitchen, then it’s time to make some updates. We have some easy tricks to spruce up the kitchen in your apartment to make it more personalized and practical without any heavy lifting. Here are a few simple apartment kitchen decorating tips that are painless for anyone to turn their kitchen into a chefs paradise. Remove clutter A clean kitchen is an inviting place to cook meals for yourself and your family. Remove everything from your […]

Finding a great coffee shop in your city is about more than the quality of their drinks. It’s also about the atmosphere, the baristas, where it’s located and other special touches. Nearly every neighborhood has at least one go-to spot to get your caffeine fix, but we all know some are better than others. Houston is lucky to have the Crooked Tree Coffee House, which is within walking distance of AMLI’s apartments in Uptown Dallas. It’s a great place to stop in for your morning coffee, tea or breakfast. Crooked Tree Coffee House will be sure to please coffee lovers and those […]

The CFA Wings Over Houston Airshow is an annual community event put on by the volunteer groups of Houston Wing, Gulf Coast Wing and Tora! Tora! Tora! of the Commemorative Air Force. The special event is putting on its 34th show this year and takes place at the Ellington Airport on Saturday, Oct. 20 and Sunday, Oct. 21. The airshow is just a short drive south from several of AMLI’s Houston luxury apartments such as our Allen Parkway apartments, apartments near midtown Houston, Washington Corridor apartments and our Montrose apartments. For every aviation enthusiast, or even those looking to learn more about the technology and […]

There are few things that make us happier than mimosas with brunch on a sunny weekend morning. While food is the first and foremost feature of any brunch, many restaurants have taken this weekend favorite to new heights with flashier presentations, gaudier menus and new takes on classic flavors, making the urge to capture your morning spread almost irresistible. Embrace it, brunch and Instagram just go together these days! Austin has many great delicious venues to choose from, both old and new. Here are a few of our top spots and favorite places near AMLI’s Austin apartments. You won’t be disappointed with […]

Those who currently dwell in a studio apartment understand that every square inch counts. You want your apartment to be functional, cozy and appealing to your personal tastes. Maximizing your space is tough when you don’t have much to work with, but it’s possible to organize a studio in a way that still feels spacious. Create order within the bounds of a small living space with these simple tricks for organizing a studio apartment.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by IKEA USA (@ikeausa) on Feb 1, 2016 at 11:21am PST Vertical space Take advantage of your wall […]