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Balcony Design Ideas
February 2023 VIDA offers residents some great outdoor spaces, like the rooftop deck and the patio between Buildings A…
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In Praise of the Rolling Cart
February 2023 Yes, we’re talking about those “granny carts.” But before you laugh us off your screen, take a…
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Our Favorite Laundry Tips
January 2023 Sometimes living in an apartment means making trips to the laundromat or using coin operated machines in…
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The Most Popular Dog Names of 2022
January 2023 If you live at VIDA, you know we love pets. So, because this is a time…
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Don’t Make This Studio Apartment Design Mistake
December 2022 While a studio apartment is great option for many people, they do bring some unique design challenges….
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Quick-Clean Your Apartment for Unexpected Guests
December 2022 We’ve all been there. You have unexpected visitors coming over and your apartment looks like a war…
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How to Have a Low-Impact Kitchen
November 2022 If you’ve been thinking about ways to reduce your impact on the environment, a great place to…
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Being a Good Neighbor
October 2022 Whether you’re passing each other in the hallway, sharing an elevator, working out in the fitness center,…
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There’s More Than One Way to Split Your Rent
October 2022 Getting a roommate is a common way to have a nicer apartment or townhouse than you could…
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Take a Secret Day Off
September 2022 You hear a lot about the idea of self-care, but most of the time people engage in…