By Colleen Ford
Spruce up your balcony or patio with some hardy outdoor plants!
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The weekend has arrived, and you couldn’t be more excited about your plans until you draw your shades only to discover those highly anticipated plans are going to have to change. It’s raining cats and dogs and there is no sign things will let up. It is no fun to have the beast of bad weather throw a wrench in your plans, but try not to fret. There are plenty of things to do indoors on a rainy day.
By Jason Ernst
Not long ago, we published an article packed with helpful advice for relocating from one apartment to another across town. Today, we offer advice tailored to those making much longer, across-the-country moves. Ready, set, go!
By Jason Ernst
Polish those trophies and roll out the red carpet because the 2014 Academy Awards are almost here! If you and your friends love to watch movies, celebrate your love for cinema together by hosting a viewing party in your luxury apartment. These sorts of events are just much more fun and exciting when people whose company you cherish are with you to to applaud the actors, directors, producers, and so many more, who wowed you at the theater.
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, […]
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.
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
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.
As temperatures drop and days get noticeably shorter, our bodies produce more melatonin and we tend to feel lethargic, grow less active, and feel less upbeat. If you identify with the winter blues and would like to feel just as enthusiastic about life during winter as you do in the summer, here are seven ways to find that positive groove of yours in spite of the lack of sunlight and warmth.
By Jason Ernst
There are several reasons why people move from one side of town to another. From a growing family to a job relocation to adding a pet to your household to upgrading from a studio to a one- or two-bedroom apartment. No matter your reason for packing up and reshuffling to a new part of town, this guide can help you move in an efficient, low-stress, and organized fashion.
Luxury apartment living is all about convenience, comfort, and pleasure. You probably already know the environment in which you live has a strong affect on your quality of life, but did you know houseplants can have a positive affect on the atmosphere in a home? Plant and maintain some low-maintenance perennials and succulents in your luxury apartment, and enjoy the following benefits. Enhance Aesthetic Perhaps the most obvious benefit of incorporating plants into the design of your luxury apartment is they look nice. Most house plants are design versatile, and many can be used to accomplish a desired theme. Plants […]