AMLI Blog | Living Apartment Life

DIY decorating projects can give you a sense of accomplishment, give your apartment personalized flair, and save you money. To avoid having to make multiple supply runs every time you start a new project, try stocking up your closet with some of these essentials. Safety equipment Whenever you’re working with tools in your apartment, it’s important to protect your eyes, lungs, and fingers from harm. A nice pair of safety goggles and work gloves can shield your eyes and hands from damage, and a disposable dust mask can keep you from inhaling hazardous substances. Wrenches, drills, screwdrivers, pliers At least one or […]

A luxurious lifestyle can also be a sustainable one. AMLI Residential’s dedication to green building across the country proves it, and now that commitment is evident in Austin. AMLI’s two newest developments have earned LEED status. The LEED rating system, developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), is the foremost program for buildings, homes and communities that are designed, constructed, maintained and operated for improved environmental and human health performance. This pair of AMLI communities has also managed to pick up some prestigious local sustainability recognitions along the way, each racking up a nod from the local Austin Energy […]

There’s no substitute for a perfectly ripened peach or a salad prepared with tomatoes and greens you’ve just brought home from the farmers market. Armed with the right knowledge when selecting your next batch of produce, you can maximize the enjoyment and nutrition you get from your fruits and veggies. Here are tips for honing in on the best of ten popular summer and fall produce items. Apples Apple picking is a fun fall past time in many parts of the country. Whether you’re plucking them straight from a tree or choosing from a bin at the grocery store, you can enjoy […]

Since the boozy popsicle craze arrived, being an adult might just be more fun than ever before. Add some fun to your next poolside weekend or enjoy hero status at your next summer barbecue with a batch of your own alcohol-infused concoctions. Here are 11 recipes to inspire your next frozen creation. Blueberry basil martini Fresh basil and blueberries go a long way in making this boozy popsicle irresistible. Fresh lemon juice contributes an additional tang, and vodka gives this boozy pop its punch. Cucumber gin and tonic All you need to recreate this summer classic in frozen form is gin, […]

Does your apartment feel cramped and cluttered? Even if a small apartment provides all the living space you need at this point in your life, you want to get as much from that space as you possibly can. Make your small apartment feel larger and maximize its utility no matter its square footage with these tips, as well as those we covered in our last post on this topic, four ways to make the most of your small space. 1. Favor large furnishings A few large, bold pieces of furniture can do more for a small room than several smaller pieces. One long, wide […]

Summer is the most pleasant time of year for family bonding. But many summertime activities that capture kids’ attention are far from cheap. And as your family grows, “the more, the merrier” can feel as if it’s being replaced by “the more, the more outrageously expensive.” Here are some tips you can use to keep expenses from getting in the way of your family fun this summer. Take advantage of free city events Most cities and towns host or sponsor more free events during summer than at any other time of year. Check calendars on local government websites for free […]

Even the most beautiful summer evenings can be made better with a well-mixed cocktail or two. Thanks in part to the popularity of the hit series Mad Men, retro cocktails have been wildly popular over the past several years. The Moscow Mule and Old Fashioned are two summer cocktails that have made colossal comebacks in various forms. While these favorites will be ordered time and time again at bars across the country between now and Labor Day, there are dozens of other contenders for 2016’s best summer cocktails. Colorado cooler Rainier cherries, lemon juice, celery bitters, and simple syrup give […]

So you just moved to a new city. All of your stuff is at your fancy new place, you got the internet hooked up, and maybe you’ve even learned the best route to take to work. Chances are your new city has some great opportunities for enjoying the outdoors, maybe that’s even why you moved there in the first place, but getting outside in a new city can be a daunting task. Especially if you don’t know anyone. Here are 10 ways to get outside and how to meet people in your new city (once you’re done unpacking all those […]

Summer has just begun, but many parts of the country have already been baked by triple-digit temperatures on several consecutive days. If you don’t want to hide away in your air-conditioned apartment the next time an unbearably hot weekend rolls around, here are some ways to cool down after some time under the heat of the sun. Take a Dip One of the fastest and most fun ways to cool down during a midsummer heat wave is to immerse yourself in water. Your apartment pool, a local waterpark, and the nearest beach are a few places you can enjoy this pleasure. Indulge in an […]