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Who doesn't look forward to decorating for the fall season? We all love it! While pumpkins are perfect for the Halloween spirit, why not try using them for Thanksgiving too? Read on to explore unique Halloween decorations that will make your Kruseway Commons Apartments excellent throughout the fall!
Our Favorite Fall '21 Trends
One trending fall decor is to exchange your traditional floral arrangements for something with fall colors to bring a rustic feel to your home in line with the season. Try darker colors to easily transition, like orange, red, and yellow, which go a long way. A fun, trendy idea is using pumpkins for vases!
Utilize candleholders in your apartment to supply an ambiance on chilly evenings. Try darker Edison lights, with warm and soft tones. A Fall 2021 trending idea is to transform fresh apples into candleholders; use the long stick candles for a fun Halloween theme, which can also transition perfectly for Thanksgiving!
Another interior decor trend in apartment living is integrating pumpkin patterns on your throw pillows instead of displaying live pumpkins in your living area. Don't let those pumpkins go bad! Use the innards for pumpkin pies and other delicious Thanksgiving treats.
How to Adapt These Trends for Your Apartment
Take a clear or fall-themed vase and fill it with decorative gold acorns. You can then tie a black ribbon around the rim to create a dramatic, spooky look, then replace it with an orange one once Halloween is over. Use the vase as a centerpiece and add an orange table runner to match the theme.
Get a Modern Apartment
At Kruseway Commons Apartments, you'll find spacious one, two, and three-bedroom floorplans ready to accommodate your every need.
Grab a tasty pumpkin spiced latte and relax in your DIY decorated home. The holidays have never been an easier transition in your Lake Oswego, OR, apartment!
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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.
Kitchen
Install a small whiteboard on the back of a cabinet door allows you to jot down items for your grocery list as well as important appointments. Hang your utensils and pots. Yes, it’s just that simple. Create sections in your drawers so that you don’t have to dig through the “junk drawer” to find something. Use a vertical spice rack or try a magnetized container to keep your spices in and keep them organized.
Bathroom
Instead of a single hamper, use a laundry sorter. This way, when laundry day rolls around, the sorting is already done. Use interesting containers to store things and declutter your countertops. Use a shower rack that hangs on the showerhead to organize your bathing products and shampoo.
Living Room
Turn an empty wall into an interesting focal point with modular units that feature open shelves and closed cabinets. You can make the most of your space since a lot of the storage will be vertical with several rows of shelves going up the wall at various points and cabinets along the bottom.
Designate one place for your keys, purse, briefcase, and backpacks. Put up some hooks and you can even add some cubbies for shoes. This keeps everything neat and tidy while ensuring you will never spend another morning frantically searching for your keys.
Bedroom
Create your own charging station by mounting a power strip inside a drawer on the rear wall. This way you can keep your devices in one place and all cords tucked neatly away. A murphy bed can transform from a bed to a desk, saving you space and creating a versatile home office. A closet organization system can help you optimize your closet space. The systems are fully customizable, and you usually don’t need a professional installer. A few clever touches and your apartment can be organized, elegant, and all you.
Your new apartment in Lake Oswego is waiting for you! And with up to 1,240 square feet of living area, you’ll have plenty of room to organize and make it your own. Call our office today and schedule an appointment to view our available apartments and find a home that fits your style.
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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 that you can bring a welcoming breath of spring to your home interior.
Fill a Vase With Cherry Blossoms
Springtime in Oregon means cherry blossoms everywhere, so get in the spirit and place them in a vase on your dining room table. Don't go out and pick them from the orchards, though — in several months, those will be ripe, delicious cherries. Your local farmers market or florist may have flowering branches, and if not, consider using silk blossoms. They look extremely realistic, and you'll be able to reuse them on a regular basis.
If you can't find cherry blossoms, apple blossoms also make a lovely statement. Fruit trees of all types grow in Oregon's Willamette Valley, so you should have no trouble finding just the right blossoms to suit your personal preferences and individual home decor.
Force Paperwhites
Another way to bring a piece of the beautiful Oregon countryside into your apartment is to force paperwhites to use as a centerpiece. Paperwhites are a type of narcissus that are extremely easy to grow indoors if the bulbs have been properly forced. You can do this by putting the bulbs in the freezer, but you can also purchase bulbs that have already been frozen. All you need to do is to plant them in pots or place them on a flat plate with pebbles and some water, and within two weeks, you should have blooming plants that smell fabulous.
Buy Some Peonies
Peonies are old-fashioned favorites that look more like cabbage roses than cabbage roses themselves. They come in all shades of white, pink and red and make an ideal spring bouquet that complements any style of decor.
Please feel free to contact us if you'd like more information about enjoying life in beautiful Lake Oswego. We've got several floor plans to choose from, gourmet kitchens with energy-efficient appliances, cozy fireplaces, and balconies or patios.
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Since our Lake Oswego, OR apartments are pet-friendly, we see lots of furry friends come through our community. Sure, some of our residents purchase toys for their four-legged family members from stores, but others have found ways to keep their kitties entertained using DIY methods. With that in mind, we thought we'd share a few ideas with you.
1. Yarn Ball Catnip Toys
Using a Styrofoam ball and every cat's favorite treat, you can easily create a sensation that'll keep your cat entertained for hours. The trick here is using a little hot glue and strips of yarn to mask the Styrofoam and make it irresistible to your feline friend.
2. DIY Cat Tent
If you think your favorite holey t-shirt has seen its last leg, think again, our friend. When you're creating a DIY cat tent, that ratty old t-shirt can come in handy and breathe new life into a piece of fabric that's given you so many memories already. Two wire coat hangers do most of the work, while the fabric simply drapes over the shape you'll create when the hangers are attached to cardboard. The end result is a hidey-space any cat would love to have in its home.
3. Toilet Roll Treat Dispensers
Don't toss out your empty Charmin rolls just yet! Your fuzzball can have a great playdate with the cardboard that's left over. Put a few bite-sized treats into an empty toilet paper roll, then fold both ends, making sure to leave enough space so that the treats can come out when the toy is played with properly. When you're closing it up, don't fold the second tab all the way in, so the treats have a way to make it out onto the floor.
4. Hanging Cat Scratch Post
Put new life into old wood by wrapping some sisal rope around it in a way that will make kitty happy. This DIY scratching post enables your cat to unleash his natural tendencies without tearing up your rugs or furniture. Plus, it looks pretty on the wall when it's made correctly.
Are you searching for a pet-friendly apartment in Lake Oswego? We're glad you've found Kruseway Commons! Be sure to check out our available floor plans today!
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