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For decades, Buckhead has been a hub for Atlanta nightlife and drinking culture. With long-standing institutions still thriving and energetic new bars and clubs opening up at a steady pace, the neighborhood’s star shows no signs of fading. Here’s a look at eight of the hottest places to enjoy a cocktail in Buckhead right now. Cook Hall Cocktails are DIY at this sanctuary for contemporary comfort food. Well, sort of. Several of James Beard award winner Belinda Chang’s inventive cocktails are available as DIY cocktail kits. You’ll get precisely the volume of spirits, mixers, and other flavored ingredients required for each cocktail you […]

Houston’s highly-regarded food scene offers something for all tastes and all occasions. The next time you’re making reservations for a romantic evening with your special someone in Montrose, River Oaks or Uptown Houston, here are a dozen date restaurants to consider.

Every fall, AMLI throws a social media contest for the residents living at its communities around the country. Last fall, we held an Instagram and Facebook photo contest called My AMLI View, which sought the brightest, best, and most creative shots residents could muster from in and around their AMLI communities. Some residents chose to snap photos from their balconies, others looked to their building’s unique design for inspiration, and still some chose to focus on the natural areas and neighborhood surrounding their AMLI community. A select few even decided to capture a scene straight from their very own living rooms. The point of […]

According to the USDA’s Natural Amenities Scale, the 10 most beautiful counties in the country are all in California. If you live in or have visited Orange County, you probably won’t be surprised to hear it made the list. If it’s been too long since you made use of the natural splendor at your fingertips or you’ve recently relocated and want to get to know Orange County the right way, check out these exceptional outdoor attractions. A post shared by Bolsa Chica Conservancy (@bolsachicacon) on May 5, 2018 at 8:21am PDT Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve This remarkable Huntington Beach destination is a […]

Last year, Money Magazine ranked the Denver suburb of Lone Tree the seventh best place to live in the United States. Just 18 miles south of downtown Denver, Lone Tree offers residents convenient access to the Colorado capital’s cultural offerings and job opportunities. It also boasts a thriving economy, and plenty opportunities for entertainment and recreation. Here’s a look at some of the advantages of living in the south Denver metro suburb, home to AMLI RidgeGate. Ideal suburban location The nearby Denver Light Rail and RTD bus stops make it easy to get to downtown Denver using public transportation. And if you […]

A good vacuum cleaner can save you time, keep your apartment looking and feeling fresh, and improve air quality. It may also inspire you to vacuum more regularly. If your current vacuum cleaner leaves more than a little to be desired, an upgrade will do you good. Here are ten highly-rated vacuum cleaners that apartment dwellers love. Bissell Lightweight 3-in-1 Stick Vac This ultra-compact stick vacuum cleaner transforms into a hand vac with the pull of a quick-release handle. The vacuum’s third function comes in the form of an attached floor nozzle. Bissell packs all of this into a four-pound machine with a base measuring […]

The hottest of summer days are brutal, causing us to seek shelter in shade or refuge in air-conditioned spaces. But even those days when the weather makes the outdoors inviting to people may pose risks to pets’s health and comfort. Research, preparation, and mindfulness will help you keep your pet cool, happy and healthy during summer. Start with these essential tips for enjoying the outdoors with your pets’s health and comfort in mind. Know your breed’s needs Cats and dogs with thin, short coats and those with roots in warmer climates tend to tolerate heat better than Himalayan cats, huskies, and other cold weather and mountain […]

This month lands us in the heart of spring. And you can expect a fitting bill of events. Many of the warm weather season’s first handful of music festivals crop up, as well as a healthy amount of street festivals in the smaller communities surrounding those where AMLI’s apartments are located. Grab your nearest pair of sunglasses and head outdoors because this May’s slate of things to do is decidedly out under the open sky. Atlanta May 4-6: Shaky Knees Music Festival This music fest is one of the more reasonably-priced in the country for the big-name indie acts on its […]

So, you have decided to start your own business. This is a tough task, but one that we fully support. Becoming your own boss is a dream situation for the majority of people. Sadly, not many of them manage to achieve it. Besides having a fantastic business idea and a hard work ethic, you will need to take care of numerous additional things like hiring the best possible employees, taking care of your legal responsibilities, and setting up an office. While we are not fit to advise you on the hiring process or business legalities, we know a thing or […]

For a so-called “Second City,” Chicago lays claims to no shortage of firsts. The zipper, cell phone, spray paint, softball, vacuum cleaner, and deep-dish pizza are just a few innovations for which you can thank Chicago. In today’s post, we highlight other Windy City firsts and fun facts about the great American city of Chicago. No matter how you translate it, “Chicago” doesn’t smell like roses The first known reference to Chicago as “Checagou” appears in a Robert de Salle memoir dating from around 1679. Robert de Salle first referred to the present-day Chicago area as “Checagou” in a memoir […]