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Flush with natural beauty and human talent, South Lake Union may be downtown Seattle’s most changed neighborhood in the past few years. With longtime residents and a swell of new arrivals seeking atmospheric places to wind down with a drink after a day of productive work, the bar scene in the area has exploded. Let’s take a look at some of the most noteworthy watering holes in SLU.

Almost every major city has a great historic neighborhood that, after being left for dust for years, becomes the target of major urban renewal and revitalization projects. In Atlanta, the Old Fourth Ward neighborhood fits this description perfectly. A collaborative effort between city planners, real estate developers, and trend-setting residents, the new Old Fourth Ward is home to thriving businesses, desirable apartment units, and an urban park. Old Fourth Ward Park could impress just about anyone who stumbles upon it, but knowing about the history of this green space can make time spent there all the more special. This history may […]

As the green of freshly sprouting leaves overtakes the white of snow as the most prominent seasonal feature of the landscape around you, it’s time to start thinking about how you want to change your apartment decor this spring. One easy way to make a big impact in your dining room is to reinvent your table centerpiece. Not exactly an expert on table centerpieces? Don’t worry. Here are a few easy, spring-appropriate centerpiece and tablescape ideas that can get your DIY decor juices flowing.

In many parts of the country, signs of spring are here. Which means…March is almost here! If you live in Atlanta, Austin, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Seattle, SoCal, or Southern Florida, here are some ways to have fun in your city.

Carved out of a North Hollywood neighborhood that was already something of an artistic hub, the NoHo Arts District was established by the City of Los Angeles in 1992. This designation solidified the role the arts would play in the neighborhood’s economy. It also ensured support for artistic endeavors within North Hollywood would flourish rather than wane. Do you want to know where to go for entertainment in North Hollywood? Acquaint yourself with these offerings of the NoHo Arts District.

Love it or hate it, decorating your apartment is something you just have to do. And while you have considerable latitude over what kind of decor you choose to have in your home, there are a number of mistakes to avoid at almost all costs. If you don’t stay away from these faux pas, your apartment just won’t look as good as it could. As you set out to decorate your new apartment or give it a decorative makeover, here are a few things to avoid.

DIY projects are a great way to create impressive decor for your apartment…plus it makes you feel good to add that personal touch to your home. There’s nothing better than hearing “I love that bench, where did you buy it?” And responding with a casual, “Oh, that old thing? I made that.” So we can’t help but brag about how creative our residents are. We recieved almost 300 submissions from our My AMLI DIY Contest back in October and wanted to share a little more about the projects that won. So the DIY Series continues this month with our Featured DIYer and regional winner, […]

The weird city of Austin is home to countless treasures. Since many Austinites seek off-the-beaten-path entertainment and adventure, few of the city’s wonders remain undiscovered for long. Still, there are a number of experiences to be had that you have to dig around a bit in order to find.

Hip for more than a decade and showing no signs of slowing down, the highly walkable neighborhood of Uptown Dallas has a lot to offer. Good restaurants are no exception. If you live in an Uptown Dallas apartment and want to treat yourself to some of the finer foods in life, check out the following places.