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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 […]

The United States Mint produces the coins circulating in our currency today. There are only four active mints in the United States, with locations in Philadelphia; San Francisco; West Point, NY and Denver—and the Denver location is the largest producer of coins in the world! They give free guided tours inside its facilities to show you up close how coins are produced. The tour is best suited for adults and children over seven years old. The mint is conveniently located downtown, and you can get here in a less than 3-mile drive from our Denver Capitol Hill apartments, apartments near Coors Field and LoDo […]

The Santa Monica Mountains are situated in between Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley. This range is a sanctuary for vegetation, nature preserves, wildlife and is a great place for nature lovers to escape the city. The fall is an especially nice time to visit where you will see the mountains in all their glory. Located just 5 miles west of AMLI’s Woodland Hills apartments, you can access the Upper Las Virgenes Canyon which puts you right in a portion of the Santa Monica Mountains. This 3,000-acre nature preserve is the perfect spot for many types of outdoor recreation. Here’s why we […]

Dog parks are a fun place for pups (and their humans) to socialize and get some exercise. Being a dog owner, you need to take some extra precautions to ensure your dog’s safety when visiting an off-leash dog park. A bad interaction or two could potentially injure your dog physically or emotionally, causing a lot of future issues. Luckily, there are a few simple things you can do to ensure a positive experience for everyone. Dog parks are great for owners and canines living in an apartment. Getting your dog out to run free will help them burn energy, build social skills and improve […]