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Distraction, when you're cleaning, can almost feel like a given. Not only is the task somewhat boring, but it's also an invitation to open up the door to the past. You might find old photos or clothes while you're cleaning, slowing down the process and ultimately making for a dragged-out afternoon. If you're hoping to…
Category Archives: Apartment Living
Aug
05
2019
When you come home from work and walk through your front door, do you take one glance and sigh in desperation? Maybe you left everything in apple-pie order, but if you’re like a lot of people, keeping your apartment tidy is a job you never quite seem to get on top of. The good news…
Jun
10
2019
Numerous studies show that one of the most important factors in determining one’s enjoyment of life is a sense of security. Many individuals feel that living in a community such as those found in many apartments in Chicago helps provide that feeling of safety. Stepping Up to Ensure Your Safety Residents of Chicago apartments such as you…
Mar
04
2019
Feng shui ideas in interior design have been praised highly in ancient Chinese history, and a lot of those ideas are just starting to slip into modern-day life in America. If you want the bedroom in your apartment in Chicago to be a harmonious, peaceful living space, implementing a little feng shui is not all that hard.…
Feb
11
2019
Your morning routine sets the tone for your entire day. When everything clicks in the first 30 minutes of your day, everything that follows seems to fall into place far better. When things go wrong within that initial 30-minute window of time, though, it can create a cascading effect that leads to a downward spiral…
Dec
17
2018
Your new Chicago, Illinois, apartment comes with one room that you are not sure what to do with, but it’s not a problem. Everyone needs a place to study or work, and that room can be a perfect fit with a little planning. How can you turn that extra bedroom into a study room and…
Oct
19
2018
If you're like most people, one of the first steps that you'll take after moving into your new home involves setting up your Wi-Fi network to get all of your computers, smartphones, tablets and other devices onto the Internet. This isn't a complicated process at all, but be warned — there are a few important things you'll…
Oct
12
2018
There’s plenty of talk these days about energy efficiency. People living in apartments may question how they can take control of their energy use and costs while living in a rented space. Energy efficiency provides two significant outcomes: Reducing greenhouse gas emissions (and improving air quality) and cutting down energy costs for consumers. While residents…
Oct
05
2018
Apartments in Chicago, IL can be noisy. Even if you have polite neighbors, the fact is noise travels easily. You may hear children running across floors, toilets flushing or a loud television playing at any given hour. Having a sanctuary within your apartment free of noise is invaluable. Here are the top soundproofing hacks for…
Sep
24
2018
When you bring guests into Chicago apartments for a party, special event or even just a social gathering, you may find unpleasant messes after they leave. You may notice that someone spilled a glass of red wine on your couch or left a punch stain on your table. Fortunately, it is easy to keep your apartment clean…