3 Ways To Host a Less-Stressful Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving meal

Reading Time: 2 minutes When envisioning imagery of Thanksgiving, we see family members relaxed on the couch, delicious food that is expertly prepared by those happy to serve, and a squeaky clean kitchen and dining room where friends and family gather. In reality, it can get a little messy. With so much to prepare and so many people to […]

3 Stylish & Spooky Halloween Decor Ideas

Halloween decor

Reading Time: 2 minutes The spooky season is just around the corner, so now is the time to start gathering pumpkins, lighting candles, and setting the scary mood. While we love our animated Jack-o’-lanterns, cobwebs, and monster figurines, this year we’d like to put a refined spin on this season’s decor. Here are a few elements that are both […]

Swap This For That: Fall Edition

fall decor

Reading Time: 2 minutes The changing of seasons is exciting for many, but for a few, the end of summer may seem too hard to bear. Tossing away plants and covering up patio furniture may be a drag, but a way to soften the blow is to introduce new autumnal elements into your space. If you’re looking to usher […]

Back To School Tips: Apartment Edition

dad and kids doing homework

Reading Time: 2 minutes All around the country backpacks are being zipped, pencils are sharpened, and eager (as well as reluctant) minds are heading back to school. Whether you’re preparing your kids for this academic year or heading back to the classroom yourself, there are many ways in which you can prep your apartment. Not only will a homework-friendly […]

Commemorate Summer With The Perfect Patio Dinner

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Reading Time: 2 minutes The dog days of summer are upon us—which means it’s time to soak up the last of those warm evenings. Pour yourself a glass of rosé, whip up a Caprese salad, and take in a dewy dusk from your Lincoln balcony. Here are a few tips for the perfect late summer dinner party: Atmosphere Complement […]

3 Tips For Roommate Bonding

roommates talking

Reading Time: 2 minutes There are many benefits to living with roommates. From cheaper rent and utility bills to having someone across the apartment to zip up your dress, roommates provide both financial and personal assistance. Most importantly, a roommate can be a friend—someone to lean on after a long day or perhaps a source for comic relief. If […]

3 Ways To Cure Post-Vacation Blues in Your Apartment

friends catching up

Reading Time: 2 minutes Are you suffering from the post-vacation blues? We’ve all been there. Getting acclimated to daily routine following days or weeks of travel can be tricky. After an extended period of leisure, we often throw ourselves back into the grind, instead of taking time to recalibrate. This summer, ease back into the swing of things with […]

3 Creative Ways to Cool Down in an Apartment

popsicles

Reading Time: 2 minutes The dog days of summer are officially upon us. While the initial heat of June entices with new warmth, by late July we’re ready to escape from the sun on sweltering days. At our LPC communities, we offer central air conditioning in the majority of our communities. Regardless, if you would like to turn the […]

Stories for Good: A Guide for Giving Back

charity

Reading Time: 2 minutes Charity touches all of us. We all benefit from happier societies and the spreading of goodwill reaches every heart and mind. Whether you’ve directly benefited, been inspired by causes, or live in a community that has been lifted up by others, philanthropy has pushed you forward. Are you looking to do some good for communities […]