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  We love introducing some of our furry residents and winners of our AMLI Paw-parazzi Pet Photo Contest. But alas, the monthly dose of cuteness is coming to an end. We do have one more pup for you to meet. Say hello to Katie, a playful furball from Austin who is full of tricks and loves going on adventures from kayaking Lady Bird Lake to road trips. Whatever you want to do, she’s up for it! We caught up with Katie’s human, Dani Neuharth-Keusch, to get the scoop on her life in Austin and adventurous spirit.

Chicago, long the nation’s third largest city, has never been a particularly difficult place to get around. At least as long as the weather is somewhat decent. According to two separate studies by Redfin, the city grows increasingly walk-friendly by the day. Here’s a look at some of the construction and development trends boosting walk scores throughout the city. Demand for walkable neighborhoods Millennials and Baby Boomers, the two generations moving into apartments at the highest rates, are shunning underserved and poorly connected neighborhoods for more walk-friendly ones. According to a Washington Post article written last fall, supply of walk-friendly neighborhoods is struggling to […]

Having your own balcony is a major perk for many apartment dwellers. No matter how small your balcony may be or what view it provides you, you can transform the space with some cute decor and a bit of elbow grease. Here are some DIY project ideas and purchase suggestions to help you make the most out of your apartment balcony space. Hang a hammock A hammock is a place to while away hours reading, soaking up sun, or watching scenes unfold on the street below. They’re relatively inexpensive, easy to mount or hang, and can be quickly removed to make […]

Throughout much of the country, breakfast burritos are a weekend morning favorite for Mexican food lovers. In Austin, it’s breakfast tacos that are all the rage. If you live in AMLI’s Brentwood apartments, you could try your hand at making your own breakfast tacos in one of our lovely kitchens. If not—no worries!— feel free to take advantage of this list detailing the numerous neighborhood joints serving up some of the best breakfast tacos in all of Austin. Republic of Sandwich Go to Republic of Sandwich for lunch or dinner, and you’re probably going to get a sandwich. Go for breakfast, and […]

Southern California received some rain this past El Nino season, but only some. The region is still mired in drought. As the nation follows the water crisis affecting Los Angeles, Orange, and San Bernardino counties, it’s a reminder to all of us to curb our water consumption. There are several ways to save water without scrapping showers from your daily routine or risking constant dehydration. 1. Harvest shower water Before you turn the shower on in the morning, place a bucket under the faucet. Catch cool water in the bucket while your shower water is heating up. Use water collected in […]

Things at AMLI seem to keep getting greener and greener. This summer we’ve been especially fortunate, having received two new LEED certifications in Austin, Texas, and one in Florida as well as a ever-increasing handful of ENERGY STAR® certifications that are slated to accumulate even more in the coming months. Along with the bounty of man-made accreditations at AMLI this season came a natural bounty from the Earth itself. Two of AMLI’s Chicago-area communities grew resident gardens this year with the help of The Organic Gardener, a developer that specializes in planting and maintaining organic, edible gardens. The gardens this year […]

Living in America’s coffee capital, you’re never far from a respectable coffee shop. Seattle’s rich coffee culture gives residents access to an array of world-class beans, roasted using innovative and flavor-optimizing techniques. Recent development in Ballard has seen stellar new coffee shops join the ranks of longstanding institutions. If you’re in the neighborhood and are looking to explore the neighborhood coffee scene, check out these cafes. Anchored Ship Coffee Bar This beautiful, skillfully designed Ballard coffee shop has received enough praise that people from throughout Seattle trek to Ballard to see what the fuss is about. If you live in AMLI Mark24, […]

One of the largest and most diverse cities in the country, Atlanta is well-poised to sustain its thriving museum industry. When was the last time you visited a major Atlanta museum? If it’s been a while, take a look at what’s on display at six of the best. Fernbank Museum of Natural History If you love dinosaurs or have a budding paleontologist in the family, the Fernbank’s upcoming exhibit might interest you. “The World’s Largest Dinosaurs” will explore the anatomy and presumed livelihoods of the largest creatures ever to roam the earth. The exhibit is on display from September 12 through […]

Don’t sweat the change of season this month! Though the last days of summer are upon us, there’s a whole lot to be excited about as it comes to a close. Some of the year’s best food starts to pop up here and there with harvest season kicking into gear and the festival circuit gives one last hurrah before the leaves begin to change. Atlanta Sept. 2-4: AJC Decatur Book Festival This isn’t just the biggest book fair all year in the area, it’s also the largest in the U.S. and one of the largest in the world. See local and regional […]

Florida’s 1,350 miles of coastline make it a great place to eat all kinds of seafood. When it comes to sushi, Miami has several quality options that can compete with the finest raw fish bars in the world. The next time you’re craving some nigiri or maki, keep these critic-approved, resident favorites in mind. Kamiko Created by the same talented minds (and taste buds) who started Sake Room in midtown Miami, Kamiko is one of Doral’s hottest restaurants. Prices are good, the menu expansive, and service exceptional. Kamiko’s Crunchy Crab Delight is a signature maki offering and patron favorite. Kamiko is a ten-minute drive from AMLI […]