4 Ways to Maximize Space in Your Apartment

 

4 Ways to Maximize Space in Your Apartment

Whether you rent a home or large floor plan apartment, clutter certainly works in mysterious ways. Junk mail, shoes, receipts and everyday items quickly begin establishing a home of their own — leaving you with less space and more frustrations.

Though a lack of storage can be your worst enemy, it also forces you to get a little creative. We’ve come up with four ways to maximize space in your apartment so you can spend less time hiding clutter and more time doing the things you love!

Create Hidden Storage

Lacking storage closets? Don’t fret, there are plenty of ways to incorporate hidden storage. Choose a bed with high legs or cabinets underneath for shoes and heavier items. If you’re looking to maximize space in the kitchen, evaluate what appliances you use most often and placed unused items on top shelves or above the cabinets themselves.

If your bookshelves are holding an eclectic collection of random objects, take advantage of decorative bins and crates. They’re perfect for stashing away media cords, remotes and more.

Stay Organized

If you’re keeping your personal items in hidden storage areas, make an inventory while putting things away and document it with an organizational map. That way, when you need to find your wrapping paper to prepare a gift, you can consult the map and quickly remember where you stored it months before.
If you’re hiding away documents or collections of anything in particular, make sure to develop a proper inventory system so you’ll be able to locate them later.

Use Multipurpose Furniture

Need some extra seating? Look for ottomans that also serve as storage solutions. Need some table space in the living room? Consider nesting tables that can easily be maneuvered. If you have an extra bedroom serving as an office, find a sofa that serves as a pull-out bed when you have guests staying over.
Incorporating pieces that serve more than one purpose instantly tuck away clutter while providing you with much-needed space.

Think Vertical

If you’re bumping bows, it’s time to start looking up. Floating shelves are an amazing investment for studios and large floor plans alike, and allow you to maximize closet and cabinet space. Not ready to drill into the walls? There are plenty of standing shelving units and bookshelves to choose from as well.

What other tips do you have to maximize space in your apartment? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and give Northstar Properties a call if you’re interested in touring any of our apartments!

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Winter Safety Tips: Round Two

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Winter Safety Tips: Round Two

Continuing the guidelines we provided in our last blog, we have additional tips for staying safe throughout the winter season. What number did we end on? Four?

Cinco
Ice, ice, baby. Keep in mind, that beyond the common areas of resident traffic, we do not clear ice and snow from our properties. What does that mean for you? Free stuff! Don’t get ahead of yourselves, though. There’s no money or food involved. Since we do not clear ice and snow from our walkways, we are offering free ice melt for you to take care of any areas you see fit. You can pick up some ice melt at the office, or the mailbox kiosks. 

Number Six
Frozen pipes? Sorry, Elsa. We’re not letting that go. If you have a faucet that’s running slow or not running at all, then you may likely have a frozen pipe. We’re not saying you should run for your life or anything. However, this is can definitely be labeled as an emergency situation. If you notice any of these signs in your apartment, please contact customer service immediately. 

Seventh Heaven
Alas, we have arrived at our last tip for staying safe this winter. Keep in mind that you are responsible for reporting maintenance issues that you see in your unit. These include, but are not limited to heat lamp and furnace malfunctions. As your lease mentions, damages to your unit that result from lack of taking precautions will be the responsibility of the resident. That includes taking care of gas and electric services in the name of the lease holder

Northstar Properties holds no insurable interest in the resident’s belongings, and as always, recommends that the resident secures their own insurance to themselves and their property.

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Zombie-Proof Your Apartment

Whether your obsessed with the Walking Dead or just a little paranoid of a zombie outbreak, make sure your apartment is ready! In the case of a zombie apocalypse, you won’t have access to electricity, phone or other amenities. Lucky for you, we’ve dug up some pretty spiffy knowledge for you to enjoy this spooky season.

Know Your Zombie

Let’s be honest, not all of your encounters are going to be with a cute zombie from “Warm Bodies.” In the case you run into something a little more… well, terrifying. We’ve broken it down into three categories: basic walkers, runners, and stalkers. Basics are a low threat and usually pretty slow. Watch out though, these travel in packs! Runners are a bit more tactful, you won’t be able to outrun them. Fortify your apartment and wait it out, you’ll thank us later. As for stalkers, these are the biggest threat. They can scale buildings, which means apartments will become giant zombie vending machines. 

Your Defense Starts at the Door

It’s all about the materials. Did you know that you have multiple options? For example, while a MDF door may repel 3 zombies at a time, a solid door repels 7. If you’re really getting down to business, we suggest investing in a steel door that repels 14 or more. You may have a strong day, but some zombies are pretty dexterous. It only takes one zombie to break through a lock. We recommend a deadbolt or bar lock for maximum safety.

Next Step: The Windows

Your best bet is finding an apartment with tempered glass; often used in car windows, underwater equipment or bulletproofing. The reason behind it is that it breaks into cubes instead of shattering. If you don’t have this option, there are other things you can also do to ensure your safety. Consider iron bars in the case of broken glass. They’ll keep 4-5 zombies at bay while you make a quick escape. Blackout curtains are also a must-have. Not because of zombies, but for potential raiders who may take your supplies!

Safeguard Your Stockpile

When you don’t have the luxury of making a quick trip to the grocery store, be sure your pacing yourself with the food supplies you do have. To maintain current weight, men need to intake 2,000 to 3,000 and women need 1,600-2,400. Speaking of food, it’s wise to have the essentials on hand. Peanut butter is high and protein and doesn’t need to be refrigerated. Whole grain crackers and dried fruit are also great options that will last you a long while. Canned soups, chills and vegetables are the best you can find. So buy plenty and often because they’ll last for years! 

Prepare for the Worst

If the apocalypse lasts a little longer than expected, you’ll find yourself running out of the essentials. There’s no need to worry though, we have a few tips to help you increase your stockpile supplies. If you’ve got a balcony on your apartment, secure it and start a garden! Set up rainwater collection buckets to draw from when your water finally goes out. It’s also worth investing in a good tool like a sledge-hammer. Not only handy in defense situations, but to break through walls into neighboring hallways without risking zombie-infested corridors! 

Battle the Undead

Find yourself in a sticky situation? If you must face a zombie head on, be sure you know its vulnerabilities. First, the head: 100% effective. Torso? Not so much, we suggest aiming elsewhere. Arms and legs are a safe bet. Especially the legs, slow down those monsters if anything! There are plenty of things lying around your apartment to fight off zombies. Baseball bats, pots and pans, fire extinguishers, kitchen knives and household tools are all useful in the spur of the moment. To defend yourself, grab a cooking board or cookie sheet to use as a shield!

Plot your Escape Route

If any of you have every seen a zombie movie, you know that rooftop helicopter rescues are the best thing since sliced bread. Make sure you know the escape to the rooftop when the time comes!

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