Apartment Life

Do you still make resolutions on New Year's Day? Even though I know the chance of them sticking is very slim, the organized list-making side...

You were so relieved to find what you thought was the perfect apartment, in what seemed like a quiet area. But now your dream...

Moving into an old building has perks like interesting architecture and historical charm, but it can lead to modern-day frustrations. This becomes pretty obvious as...

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...

If you're a renter, at some point you'll likely move in with a stranger. Ideally your new roommate will be delightful and result in...

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...

I could dream about having a garden all day long (especially when I'm watching the Netflix series Cooked and listening to Michael Pollan tell...

A studio apartment is many things. It can be the first taste of freedom for a post-grad or an affordable lived-in home for a...

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...

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...

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...

Despite everyone’s best efforts, summer is winding down. If you’re heading to college this fall, you’ve probably either settled into your new place or...