The Lodges at Rolla

When renting an apartment in Rolla , you don't always have the luxury of making aesthetic changes to your apartment. One of the big changes that renters often want to make is painting the walls. The reason that many landlords and property managers don't allow for renters to paint is because it can be very costly to paint the walls back to a neutral color once a renter has moved out. If a renter only resides in an apartment for 6 months, that cost doubles for the year. So, most of the time, it's part of the leasing agreement that renters are not permitted to paint without the consent of the landlord, and if they're granted permission, the color must be pre-approved. So, if you're looking for ways to add a pop of color without painting, we at The Lodges at Rolla are sharing with you some ideas to add color to your apartment! The Living Room If you’re looking to add color to your living room, add a colorful lamp or two! If you have another bright piece of furn...

When it comes to apartment living, oftentimes a main concern that arises is space. Will there be enough space for my things to fit? There've been many times where we've shown apartments to interested rents who bring measuring tapes and measure off just about every room in the apartment they're looking at, and rightly so! It would really suck to rent a property, only to find out there's not enough room for your stuff. While the apartments at The Lodges at Rolla are pretty spacious, we understand the need to maximize the space you have available. So, this week, we thought it'd be a fun idea to share some super simple space saving tips for apartment living. 1. Coffee Table Storage Double your coffee table as a storage piece. You can fit movies or blankets inside without having an extra shelf or basket. Whether you opt for a lift top coffee table or a table with cabinets, the extra hidden space will help eliminate the feeling of clutter. Not only do you get the ...

Now that dorm life is officially behind you and you're finally moving into your first apartment, it's time to leave behind the dorm essentials and think beyond that tiny space. Decorating your very own apartment can be a very exciting adventure and give you a chance to really let your personality shine! Whether you're a long-term renter who wants to make their apartment feel like a polished home or a first-time apartment dweller, The Lodges at Rolla has some excellent decorating tips for apartment living to help you make your apartment feel like home. Use Color Wisely If you're a person who loves color, it can be super tempting to go wild with fun bright colors throughout your apartment. But there is a fine line between stylish accenting and sensory overload. If you start with a neutral base then mix in color, your space will feel sophisticated, rather than childish. No one wants an apartment that looks like a box of Crayolas melted all over the place. Pick a f...