This summer enjoy the spirit and joy of vacation but at home with #VanMetreStaycation and take advantage of the amenities your community has to offer as well as neighborhood events and businesses to ramp up your summer fun! Is there a newly opened museum or attraction you’ve wanted to visit? Is there a district you’ve…
Category Archives: Tips
May
03
2021
As climate change and environmental issues continue to be hot topics on a global scale, more and more people are trying to do their small part at home. Here are some easy lifestyle tips on how to “green” your apartment from a NYC-based zero-waste expert and an eco-conscious interior designer who writes about eliminating single-use…
Mar
24
2021
Spring is in the air and it’s time for a little refresh. Along with a good spring clean, adding new bright decor or simply moving furniture around can feel like a breath of fresh air. Here are some great ways to brighten up your apartment for spring. Bring the outdoors in with house plants Plants can always…
Sep
25
2020
With the dog days of summer in our rearview mirror, it’s time to embrace all that fall has to offer—vibrant leaves, crisp apples, chunky knits, a piping hot cup of cider. There’s a definite shift in our interiors as well, with windows closed up and darker hours descending. Here are just a few ways to fill your living…
Aug
10
2020
We find ourselves in the middle of unprecedented times where we are adapting to so much change all at once. Focusing on what you can control in times of uncertainty is one of the best well-being and resiliency strategies there is. Identify ways you can make goals happen in small and meaningful ways and remember,…
Jul
24
2020
Summer is in full swing! And while we may not be able to jet off to some faraway waterfront locale, we can still get in on the easy summertime living. That means fresh, local food at the farmers’ market, warm walks around the community, and maybe even a picnic or two. It also means you…
May
22
2020
Chances are, you’re starting to get a little cabin fever. There are only so many programs you can binge watch or hours you can bear reading, and your news feed is full of frightening headlines. If you’ve got kids, the close quarters are probably making the household a little maddening. Here’s a suggestion: For…
May
08
2020
Working from home has its own set of unique challenges. Follow along for a few of the tips we've found most helpful in creating a work environment that establishes a healthy work/life balance, increases productivity, reduces feelings of stress, and more. These tips will help you make sure that you’re successful, both at getting…