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Pet of the Month- Oscar, the Grand Prize Winner of AMLI Paw-parazzi

It goes without saying, we love our pets. So when we asked our residents to submit photos of their pets living and loving life at AMLI, they jumped at the chance. While we were a bit distracted by all the cuteness, you could easily see the love our residents had for their four-legged friends, and how much these fur-residents truly enjoyed their AMLI homes. Last month we introduced our new Pet of the Month series and it continues today with Oscar, our AMLI Paw-parazzi Pet Photo Contest grand prize winner. We talked with Oscar’s human, Marybeth, and got the scoop on this fabulous furball. From fist bumping […]

Five Trendy LoHi Restaurants to Try

By Jason Ernst

Denver’s Lower Highlands (LoHi) neighborhood was home to a few great restaurants 10 years ago. In the intervening years, it has exploded to become one of the Mile High City’s premier culinary centers. If you haven’t sampled many of the fine restaurants that have moved into LoHi recently, here’s a list of trendy dining options near AMLI Riverfront Park.

Five Places to Enjoy the Winter in the Chicagoland Area

The weather this winter has been weird thus far. But snow sports enthusiasts should still be able to find some powder to have some winter fun for a few days at least! Here are a handful of venues where you can get your skiing, sledding, or ice skating on without venturing too far from your apartment.

Five Fantastic Decorating Ideas for First-Time Renters

Moving into your first apartment is an exciting experience, but figuring out how to decorate can feel overwhelming. Most first-time renters have two main things to consider: Permanent changes are a big no-no when living in rental homes; and shelling out big bucks on improvements is not always a good investment. Fortunately, there are things you can do in spite of both of these restrictions. Check out these renter-friendly decorating ideas that are easy on you and your pockets.

Six Tips to be Green in the Kitchen

By Jason Ernst

If you’re like many modern apartment dwellers, you’re always looking for ways to live a greener lifestyle. One effective strategy for keeping your at-home footprint to a minimum is to focus on ways you can save water in each room. As a room where a lot of water and energy tend to be used, the kitchen is great to start with. Here are some eco-friendly tips you can use to start living green in the kitchen.

Five Finger-Licking Good Austin Barbecue Joints

Widely considered one of the best barbecue cities in the U.S., Austin has options when you want to dig into a rack of ribs, pulled pork, or some beef brisket. Who lays claim to Austin’s best barbecue joint is a matter of some debate, but we found some that can certainly please those who want some good, smoky food.

Four Unforgettable Everglades Adventures

Mystic, majestic, and marvelous, the Florida Everglades are something everyone should try to experience at least once. Covering more than one million acres, the stunning natural park has an abundance of space and several educational, fun, and healthy activities to choose from. Here are several we recommend, all feasible as day- or weekend-trips.

Exploring the Eastside L.A. Gem of Los Feliz

Like most large American cities, Los Angeles feels very different from neighborhood to neighborhood. If you live in the beautiful NoHo Arts District apartments at AMLI Lex on Orange, the brilliantly colored buildings and hillside foliage of Los Feliz are just a 10-minute drive. Here’s what you can expect from this little neighborhood with a big personality.