Apartment Life

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...

We could all use a splash of color in our homes from time to time, and red has long been a go-to in both...

Don't limit your style just because you're limited on space. These fun and simple projects are perfect for apartment dwellers because they add a...

One day as I was hunched over my tub, spraying heavy-duty bleach cleaner without a care in my small apartment bathroom that has no windows, the thought...

Renters insurance is a big help when your property is lost, broken or stolen. It’s also a big help when you accidentally damage your...

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...

TL;DR: As of early 2026, the average rent in Chicago is about $2,450 per month, with studios around $1,700, one-bedroom apartments near $2,300, and...

Hey, good news: the rising cost of renting a place is steadily slowing down. Why the change? According to this article, it's because of...

  You're already more adept than Marie Kondo at paring down your stuff. If you live in 250 square feet of space, you probably don't...

This blog post might seem kind of random, but I recently fixed a problem that has been plaguing my apartment for months and thought it...

Moving to a new home gives you an opportunity to redo the entire interior. We all love living in places that are a manifestation...

As amazing as the sun can feel after a long winter, there's a point when summer comes and cold air sounds better. The summer...