Apartment Life

Renting is a popular option for many Americans. As of 2019, there were over 44 million renters in the U.S., and just under 20...

Decorating a rented home is never an easy task. Part of your budget goes to regular monthly rent payments and there are always a...

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...

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...

Lately more and more offices are becoming "global" and allowing employees to work from home wherever they are. As a result, lots of people are...

As the temperature rises, it's time to optimize your apartment for the warmer months. Cooling down your living space is not only a matter...

If you're considering renting an apartment, it's important to weigh the potential benefits and drawbacks before making a decision. Whether you're a student, a...

Even though fall is winding down and winter is about to hit, you can still bring a final burst of fall color and texture...

You'll never go wrong with this shade of medium-light brown. Even though Dark Vanilla is a light brown tone, it has become increasingly essential...

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...

When you first moved into your rental, that small patio or balcony may have seemed like a charming feature. However, if you find yourself...

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...