Author Archives: Chelsea Hoffman

Should You be Roommates – Important Questions to Ask

Having a roommate has its perks. Nobody likes bills or chores, but when you have a roommate you can split them both! However, in order for things to run smoothly, you should sit down and establish expectations with your potential … Continue reading

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Four Ways to Make Your Apartment More Romantic

Making your apartment feel a bit more romantic and welcoming could help keep your relationship fresh – or help to start a new relationship. Feel free to steal these tips to give your apartment a romantic makeover. 1. Decorate with … Continue reading

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Get a Jump on Spring Cleaning Your Apartment

Though ignoring those dust bunnies under tables, the fingerprints on the windows and the mass of holiday clutter in the corner is the easier approach – it would be smart to get a jump on spring cleaning before your apartment … Continue reading

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Rooftop View of Midtown Manhattan

I was able to visit New York City early October and wanted to share my favorite photo from the trip. Here is the view from the rooftop deck at Archstone Clinton, one of Archstone’s luxury apartment communities in Midtown Manhattan. … Continue reading

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How to Make Hosting Holiday Brunch Fun, Not Stressful

Hosting a holiday party should be fun, not stressful, so to ease your mind and keep your anxiety at a minimum, we are offering some tips to make hosting a holiday brunch fun this year! After all, you should be … Continue reading

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Make your Apartment your Own

Many dream of owning their own home so they can paint their walls to their heart’s content, and drill holes wherever they please. The good news is, you don’t have to wait until you are a homeowner to customize your … Continue reading

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Three Quick Meals for the Holidays

It’s a huge misconception that holiday cooking must be difficult and stressful. Delicious meals need not take hours to prepare and cook and setting up a lovely holiday table can really be done in a matter of minutes with the … Continue reading

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Easy Solutions to Hosting a Holiday Party in Your Apartment

A smaller living space may have you saying, “Bah! Humbug!” to throwing a holiday soirée, but there’s no reason to be a Scrooge at this time of the year. So, with a dash of hope and a sprinkle of creativity, … Continue reading

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Love your Apartment Again with These Decluttering Tricks

After a long day’s work, the last thing you want to do is come home to an apartment full of clutter. Your apartment should be a place of relaxation, and if you are piling items here, there and everywhere, it’s … Continue reading

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Time to prepare for holiday shopping

OK, I know you’re just packing away your Halloween costume, but it is time to think about your holiday shopping. Black Friday ads have already started to appear. Have you started making your lists? Are you going to attempt to … Continue reading

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