By Colleen Ford
Spruce up your balcony or patio with some hardy outdoor plants!
AMLI Blog | Living Apartment Life
By Jason Ernst
Celebrated with fervor in dozens of countries around the globe, Valentine’s Day has become a holiday on which romantic partners take a step back from the hustle and bustle of daily life to appreciate one another and the love they share. In an age where many couples are so busy, even live-in partners can go weeks without spending quality time together, it’s nice to have a day celebrated in such a way. But the in-your-face commercialization of Valentine’s Day can make the 43 percent of the American adult population that identifies as “single” feel a bit left out. That’s right, […]
By Jason Ernst
To several generations of Americans, the word “ramen” has been evocative of instant noodle soup. The kind you ate in college when you were completely broke and lacked even the most basic of cooking skills. The kind you prepared for your children or younger siblings when they demanded an after-school snack, but time was tight and you didn’t want them to spoil their dinner. The kind of noodles that are so versatile you didn’t even have to cook them if you didn’t have the time or energy–you just sprinkled that package of seasoning on top of the noodle brick and chomped […]
On February 2, the Seattle Seahawks crushed the Denver Broncos in one of the most lopsided championship games on record to bring home its first ever Vince Lombardi Trophy.
It can be difficult to find a restaurant that doesn’t offer a special menu or a more-romantic-than-usual setting on Valentine’s Day. While most of these menus are probably fantastic, special occasion dining can be expensive. And if you wish to celebrate at a highly-touted restaurant, you should have made reservations weeks ago. If you don’t already have a dinner plans and you want to do something special for your significant other this Valentine’s Day, don’t worry. We’re going to walk you through how to pull off a romantic dinner from the comfort of home, without breaking the bank.
Austin, Texas prides itself on a number of things, chief among them being its weirdness and live music offerings. Not far down the list, however, is the pride of roasting first-class beans and brewing some of the finest coffee anywhere in the country. We found a handful of the city’s most beloved coffee shops where you can get your morning (or afternoon) fix.
Whether you live in an apartment where your utility bills are included in your rent, or you have to pay for them separately, we are all responsible for the amount of energy we use. Reducing the amount of energy you use will not only save you money, it also helps the environment. If you’re looking to embrace energy-saving strategies that will keep your energy bills low and your carbon footprint to a minimum, take a look at these tips for using less energy without sacrificing your comfort.
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and you already know your eyes will be bombarded by hearts, chocolates, and all things red every time you walk into a store. You also know, from experience, none of these strategically placed Valentine’s Day gifts are going to cut it this year, at least not independent of some thoughtful, more personalized gift. Now we don’t know your significant other and can’t promise anything on this list will make the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for him or her, but we have chosen a few special gifts with broad, uni-sex appeal that might be […]
By Jason Ernst
Depending on the climate you live in, you may consider winter to be bleak, dreary, and downright cold. But by embracing the excuse the season gives us to cozy up at (and sometimes away from) home, you can beat the winter blues and stay comfortable all season long. Here are some things you can do to make your luxury apartment a cozier place for the winter.
By Jason Ernst
One of the only experiences more enjoyable than feeling like a kid again for a few hours is feeling like a kid who has all of the creativity and talent you’ve accumulated throughout your life. When you sit down for an arts and crafts session with your friends, some inspiring music, and your favorite beverage, you can experience exactly this. With a little planning and the right supplies, you can transform your luxury apartment into a creative pop-up art studio. Here are some tips to help you plan a fantastic craft party.
By Jason Ernst
Summer is a time for slimming down, soaking up the sun, and devouring the abundance of healthy produce that Mother Nature provides for us. Winter, historically, has been a time to do the opposite. If you’ve emerged from the holiday season feeling slightly “jollier” and not as healthy as you could be, you may be anxious for the return of garden salads and fresh fruit. But just because you can’t find fresh strawberries, watermelon, sweet corn, tomatoes, or zucchini at every grocer like you can in the summer, doesn’t mean you have to derive the bulk of your nutrition from […]