Adopting a Cat? Read This First!
Last year I adopted a cat from a local shelter and brought him home to my apartment. Since then I’ve spend a lot time...
How to Keep Your Apartment Cool
Summer is the best. Except when you don't have air conditioning in your four story walk-up and you spend those hazy summer nights Googling,...
Breathe Easy: The Top Plants for Air Purification in Your Apartment
If you're looking for a natural way to purify the air in your apartment, look no further than houseplants. Many plants are great at...
How Color Affects Your Home. Fushizome
柴染 (also known as Fushizome in Japan) is a traditional Japanese color. Brushwood-dyed is the direct translation of the term.
Fushizome is the color of...
Financial Advice for Couples Co-Renting an Apartment
It’s no secret that financial planning, spending habits, and debt management directly impact your choices, lifestyle, and relationships. Specifically, when it comes to finances...
Apartments vs. Flats: Exploring Linguistic Differences in Residential Living
While British and American English share many similarities, there are also notable differences, particularly when it comes to describing living spaces. Let's explore the...
Preparing for Seasonal Changes in Your Rental
One of the great things about renting is that you don’t have to take care of seasonal maintenance and preparation on your own. Your...
Insider Insights: The Latest Apartment Trends of 2024
As we stride into 2024, the landscape of apartment living continues to evolve, influenced by technological advancements, shifting demographics, and changing lifestyle preferences. Whether...
10 Clever Rental Home Decorating Tips You’ve Never Thought Of Before
Is your rental home feeling a bit impersonal or lacking character? You're not alone. Making a rental home feel cozy, inviting and stylish while working...
Spring Cleaning Tips for Home Care
As the temperatures begin to climb, the promise of spring is in the air, bringing with it warmer weather and the perfect opportunity for...
How to be a zero-waste renter
The ice caps are melting. The air is becoming more polluted each day. Landfills are expanding at alarming rates.
Each person’s day-to-day activities and actions...
Creating a temporary home office in a small apartment
Chances are high that you've had to change your working habits lately and transform your already small apartment into a workspace due to the...













