AMLI Blog | Living Apartment Life

In the summer months, there is no better place to spend time relaxing than outside soaking up the sun and feeling the warm breeze. After a long day at work, you won’t have to go far to enjoy the remaining sunlight. If left unattended, your apartment‘s balcony or patio might be dusty and not the most inviting, but you can easily change that. We have some decorating tips on how to create an outdoor oasis in a small space, without breaking the bank. Don’t think you can’t live large on a small patio any longer. Comfortable patio seating You’ll never spend […]

Just because you are living in an apartment doesn’t mean you can’t spruce up your bathroom to make it something you love. You may not be able to tear everything out and start over, but there are some easy (and inexpensive) ways to transform your apartment bathroom that won’t involve any renovations. We’ve got a few creative things you can do, like adding color, patterns and storage to make your bathroom beautiful and uniquely you. Decorate with flair Most apartment bathrooms are painted a basic white, but luckily there is so much you can do to change that—without the hassle of re-painting a room. Add a bold […]

So, you have decided to start your own business. This is a tough task, but one that we fully support. Becoming your own boss is a dream situation for the majority of people. Sadly, not many of them manage to achieve it. Besides having a fantastic business idea and a hard work ethic, you will need to take care of numerous additional things like hiring the best possible employees, taking care of your legal responsibilities, and setting up an office. While we are not fit to advise you on the hiring process or business legalities, we know a thing or […]

The biggest considerations you make everyday concern the way you order your life around you. Besides your relationships and family, your day job, and what you’re having for lunch, this also includes all the stuff you’re physically surrounded by. How you decorate has a major impact on the way you use the spaces you spend the most time in, as well as sheds a little light on your personality, your style, and what you value. With each AMLI apartment model, we hope to give our prospective residents an idea of what their lives could be like in our communities. And for […]

Master bedrooms serve as a retreat from the chaos of the day. They also serve as a much needed sanctuary. Many houses, however, have smaller bedrooms that, when entered, feel cramped and stifling. Even if your master bedroom is small that doesn’t mean that it can’t serve the purpose intended. In fact, it can be extraordinary. Here are some ideas to get you started and ensure you create the perfect retreat in your own home. Change your color scheme By selecting new colors for the room, the appearance of volume can be easily achieved. A monochromatic scheme is one of […]

Do you feel as if you’re losing your home to clutter? If so, it’s time to tidy up and change a few habits. Even if you’re not particularly bothered by the clutter in your apartment, you could probably benefit from a thorough tidying. Decluttering is a two-step process. The first step is to purge some of your belongings. After doing this, the key is to better organize and store your stuff. Here are some effective tips for doing both. Follow the “90/90 rule” Popularized by The Minimalists’ Joshua Fields Millburn and Ryan Nicodemus, the “90/90 rule” requires you to ask two questions about […]

No living room feels complete without a comfortable, design-appropriate couch or sofa. The right couch varies from apartment to apartment. Factors to consider when selecting a couch include budget and space limitations, the presence of pets or small children, current design scheme, and style preferences. Depending on your budget and degree of comfort with previously-owned furniture, you may benefit from browsing lightly-used couches. If you’d prefer a brand new seating arrangement, here are nine stylish options to consider. Latitude Run Calla Mid-century Fabric Loveseat Latitude Run produces several mid-century modern love seats. This model, currently available for less than 00, offers an affordable and […]

If you live in an apartment rental, you probably can’t make structural changes to your bathroom without violating your lease agreement. But just because you can’t renovate your bathroom doesn’t mean you can’t make it more luxurious. Here are several easy, affordable upgrades to make your apartment bathroom look and feel nicer. High-end towels If your bathroom towels have seen better days, or they look like they have, it’s time to bid them goodbye. Invest in softer, more luxurious towels that will improve your post-shower experience and freshen up your bathroom’s look. For an especially refined look, roll and stack your new […]

AMLI resident Chári Herndon, featured on the blog this spring for her impressive balcony makeover, recently completed another Home Depot makeover challenge. Using a color scheme of cobalt blue, gold, and red, Chári transformed her living room into a holiday wonderland. We recently interviewed Chári about her participation in the latest Home Depot style challenge. Here’s what she had to say, accompanied by photos of her stunning Christmas morning scene. Jason: In addition to the pops of red, are other elements of your Christmas morning scene reminiscent of your childhood holidays? Chári: Almost every single aspect of my makeover stemmed from things reminiscent of […]

There are large-scale DIY projects that require multiple tools, specific skills, and the better part of a weekend to complete. And then there are DIY projects you can carry out with few if any tools and hardly any time. If you’re looking for the latter, you’ve come to the right place. Here are seven simple DIY projects you can complete in two hours or less. Arm-knit scarf Give the gift of warmth this holiday season in the form of a stylish, arm-knit scarf. DIY enthusiast and Simply Maggie blogger Amanda Bassetti offers an easy-to-follow tutorial and YouTube video demonstration for knitting a thick […]