A flat-screen television may be on your holiday wish-list, but you may wonder where is the best location for a large TV. Well, the first thing you want to consider is to face the TV in a location that minimizes sun glare. The easiest way to fix this is to position the TV so it does…
Apartments have a different dynamic than a house which means that you treat the space a little differently. You can really make it your own while maximizing its potential with multifunctional furniture and décor. Discover the thrill of making your apartment in Lake Oswego a true reflection of your personality with these stylish organizational tips.…
In the fall, if you're like many Oregonians, you probably enjoy picking apples at one of the city's nearby orchards. The fruit are, of course, delicious to eat straight off the trees. But what about any leftover apples you might have? Is there anything special you can do with those? Fortunately, the answer is yes. If you have…
Everybody’s doing more walking this year. For a while, it was about the only outdoor exercise you could get. If you’ve walked in your neighborhood once or twice a day since last spring, you’re probably tired of the same trees, the same dogs, and the same landmarks. Vary Your Walking Routine Here are a few ideas…
Everyone loves snuggling with their dogs, especially when they know that they have groomed their dogs on their own. At times people pay someone to groom their dogs, but what will you do when you're on a budget? You have to make sure that you learn how to do-it-yourself. You can groom your dog in different…
If you have an eye for international design and enjoy surrounding yourself with items from around the planet, there are all kinds of ways to deck out your Lake Oswego apartment. And, you don't have to spend a lot of money in the process. You can get a lot of thrift store finds to bring…
Exercising is the best and natural way to stay fit and keep diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and high blood pressure at bay. However, when living in an apartment, it can be hard to find an outdoor space to jog around. Luckily, yoga offers many apartment residents an opportunity to exercise because they can do…
Summer is knocking on the door of our Lake Oswego, OR apartment community, and we can't wait to see the gardens growing on the balconies of our residents' spaces. If you're considering starting your own summer garden, here are some tips to ensure your veggies grow up healthy and strong. 1. Know the Rules Before…
Keeping your apartment as clean and germ-free as possible is an important part of staying healthy reducing your risk of illness. You don’t have to devote a ton of time to cleaning and disinfecting your home if you get into the habit of doing these tasks regularly. Use the following tips to help you eliminate…
Warmer weather and longer days are in store for residents of apartments in Lake Oswego, Oregon, making it a perfect time to bring the outdoors inside — and there are few better ways to do that than with a seasonally themed centerpiece for your dining room table. The following are just three of the many ways…