One of the best things about having your own place is being able to entertain guests when the mood strikes. If you are thinking about having friends and family over this summer, you may be looking for some ideas for the event. We believe residents of The Belden Stratford apartments in Chicago, IL will get a kick…
At our pet-friendly Chicago, IL apartments, we love the pooches that are part of our community. With summer upon us, we know that pet owners are itching for exciting ways to have fun with their four-legged friends. If this sounds like you, here are a few ideas to help keep your pet safe as summer…
There are few things that smell worse than athletic gear that has marinated in sweat. This is especially true of hockey gear, football pads, gloves, and helmets. Sweat can soak and permeate this gear, which is bad enough. But when this damp equipment gets stuffed into a dark bag and/or left in a hot car,…
Kitchen clutter takes away from the enjoyment of the heart of your home. After all, the kitchen is where you likely spend the majority of your time. In your apartments in Chicago, you’re surrounded by the best features a kitchen can offer. Why not make the most of them by avoiding kitchen clutter with these useful tips?…
Whether you’re having friends over to your Chicago apartments for a nice dinner or throwing a spring party, you need the perfect dessert. Luckily, strawberries are in season right now, and they make wonderful sweet concoctions that taste just like spring. While fresh strawberry pie and strawberry shortcake are old favorites, there are many other…
With the arrival of the spring season comes a chance to elevate the beauty of your home with the newest design trends. These awesome trends can help bring the decor of your Chicago apartments up to date in amazing ways. Here are several spring design trends that can help you get started. Candy Colors With…
Are you looking for unusual ways to organize your Chicago, IL apartments closets? Try one or more of these five clever closet hacks to keep your clothes and accessories neat and tidy. Double Closet Rod Double the space in your closet by hanging a double closet rod. This is just a rod that extends from long arms down…
In the novel Casino Royale, author Ian Fleming’s most famous creation — the super spy James Bond gives a recipe for a drink he’d concocted that, quite frankly, sounds completely insane. Until you’ve had a chance to try one, that is. It’s called a Vesper after the novel’s heroine, and it’s as tasty as it is strong.…
Salad dressings purchased in the store generally use low-quality oils like canola, soy, or sunflower oil. These bad fats can be high in calories and preservatives, artificial flavorings, and sugars. Expect these five homemade salad dressings curated from The Food Network to be lower in calories, free of trans-fat, and chemical-free. 5 Easy Homemade Salad Dressings Classic…
We all love to have a space that is clean, neat and tidy. But how much time does it take to achieve that? Did you know you can clean your apartment in just 30 minutes? It's true. So when you're limited for time, try out this plan to complete a quick and easy cleanup. Kitchen Sink When your…