Jade. This simple succulent with scarlet-tinged leaves barely needs to be watered, which is a big plus, and can weather direct sunlight. So, if you have a sunny spot in your home and the time to water them once every two weeks, chances are you’ll be able to keep a jade plant happy.

Spider plant. Named for the branches that web out like the legs of a spider, this variegated plant is easy to hang. That’s why apartment-dwellers tend to love it—in addition to the fact that it doesn’t require frequent watering, and it grows well in low light. And one more bonus: it also cleans the air!

Bird’s nest fern. Whereas most ferns can only thrive in high levels of humidity, the bird’s nest fern is different. It’s happy in an average amount of humidity and very little light, so it’s much easier to grow in an apartment than some of its counterparts.

Best Indoor Plants for the Smallest of Spaces [Apartment Therapy]

The 30 Best Indoor Plants for Apartments to Buy Online [Elle Decor]

The 11 Best Houseplants for Apartments [The Spruce]

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The Beacon Clarendon features granite counters, stainless steel appliances, and European style cabinetry in every kitchen at our Arlington apartments. Fill your chef-inspired kitchen with healthy foods to complete your home!

#1 Buy in Bulk

Buying in bulk has its perks, especially if you have a family or roommates. At stores like Costco, you can save money by buying in bulk and make sure your pantry and fridge are fully stocked.

#2 Plan Your Meals

Take an hour at the beginning of the week to plan your meals for the rest of the week. This will prevent you from ordering fast food and takeout, which will most likely save you money and help avoid eating unhealthy foods.

#3 Cut out Junk

Junk food may seem inexpensive, but purchasing treats can really add up. If you cut out junk food with no nutritional value that is high in fat, carbs, and calories, then you will save money and expose yourself to more nutritious alternatives. For example, if you want something sweet, try eating fruit instead of a candy bar.

#4 Shop Local

Produce, meat, and other foods have had to travel hundreds or thousands of miles before arriving at your local grocery store. To ensure that you are getting the freshest ingredients, buy foods that are in season from your local farmer’s market or directly from local farms.

#5 Frozen & Canned Food

If you’re wanting out-of-season produce, it’s usually cheaper to buy it frozen or canned. It does not have the same nutrition value as fresh produce, but it’s a viable alternative. Make sure if you’re getting canned fruit, it’s canned using 100% fruit juice. If you’re buying canned veggies, make sure they are labeled “low sodium” and “no salt added.”  

Come home to the luxury of our Arlington apartments. Schedule a visit to The Beacon Clarendon today!

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At The Beacon Clarendon, our residents can come home to an updated space that is ideal for every lifestyle. With so many of us working from home right now, it is important that you carve out a space for your new office. Whether it is temporary or permanent, having a space where you can get work done is key to focusing on your work. View our home office tips and make the most out of the time spent at our Arlington luxury apartments.

#1 Designate a Space

The first thing that you need to do when creating your new home office is to designate a space that is specifically where you get work done. Whether you’ve been working from your kitchen or have turned a spare bedroom into an office, you’ll want that to be the only place that you work from. Working at your home, there’s a variety of temptations from cleaning things to watching TV and by designating a space, you will be more likely to stay focused. In this space, you’ll want to have your computer, work supplies, and anything else to make your new space feel like an office.

#2 Have a Calendar

When working from home, the days can easily run together and it can be difficult to remember where you are in the week. With a calendar, you’ll be able to track your days more efficiently and stay on task. You can use your calendar as a planner, as well and fill it with tasks that you need to accomplish. Whether you opt for a traditional wall calendar, a large desk calendar, or a dry erase calendar, you can easily keep track of your days and make note of important due dates and meetings.

#3 Good Lighting

One thing that can make or break an office space is the amount of lighting that you have. If possible, place your new office space by a window. The natural lighting will allow you to keep track of the time throughout the day and natural lighting is great for helping you focus. If it isn’t possible to place your desk by a window, you’ll want to be sure to have a lot of lighting or lamps. Having a variety of lighting and a bright space will help you stay focused and the lights will make you feel more awake throughout the day.

With these tips, you can easily create a home office at our Arlington luxury apartments that is ideal for getting work done. Come home to The Beacon Clarendon and contact us today for more information!

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At The Beacon Clarendon, each of our homes will include a spacious balcony or terrace for residents to enjoy. The balcony not only offers a breath of fresh air after a long day, it can also be utilized a number of different ways. The summer season is here so now is the time to find the perfect way to use your balcony and spend the season enjoying the beautiful city views. View our guide on how to utilize your balcony this summer and see why we offer the best apartments in Arlington, VA!

#1 Barbecue

The best part of having a balcony is that you are able to keep a grill out there. A grill allows you to try out a variety of different recipes and meals that you may not be able to prepare in your kitchen. You can host your friends for a barbecue with your favorite dishes, or you can use it to grill up the perfect steaks for date night. Using your patio to barbecue will broaden your typical menu and it will also be perfect for hosting your friends on summer nights.

#2 Make a Book Nook

There is nothing better than spending the days reading good books while getting some sun. All that you’ll need is your coziest outdoor chair, a table to hold your drinks and snacks, and maybe even some lights so that you can continue reading into the evening. Creating your own book nook will allow you to have an escape from your home and the fresh air will help you focus on what you’re reading. You can use the nook to read for pleasure, or you can use it to read up on things for work or school.

#3 Garden Sanctuary

If you love to have a lot of greenery in your home, you can bring that outdoors onto you patio and create your own garden sanctuary. You can get plants that will just brighten up the space or you can use your balcony for practical gardening and grow your own herbs and maybe even some vegetables to use in your kitchen. Before purchasing your plants, be sure to scope out your patio’s lighting and see if you will need plants that do well in the sun or the shade.

With these tips, you can make the most out of this summer and utilize your balcony to its full extent. See why we offer the best apartments in Arlington, VA and contact us at The Beacon Clarendon for more information!

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At The Beacon Clarendon, our residents will enjoy luxury amenities throughout each of our homes that are perfect for you and your furry friend to call home. With these tough times and having to spend a majority of your time indoors, it can take a toll not only on you, but your pet, as well. With these tips, you can make the most out of the time spent indoors with your pet at our luxury apartments in Arlington, VA.

#1 Play Indoors

There’s no better way to keep your pet entertained than playing with their favorite toy. Set aside a time during the day that you can take a break from working and play with your pet. If you have a dog, you can use this time to play a round of fetch. Our spacious floor plans will give them plenty of room to run and retrieve their toy. For cats, grab their favorite toy, whether it’s a teaser or any other toy, this time playing will entertain them and wear them out for the time being. Making sure you give your pet attention will keep you both sane during this time.

#2 Learn New Tricks

With so much free time, now is the perfect time to teach your pet new tricks! If your dog knows the basics like sit, shake, and lay down, you can head to the American Kennel Club website and find new tricks to teach your dog. The site has all kinds of tips and tricks when it comes to training and teaching your pup so by the time things are back to normal, your dog will be the best-behaved dog in the building. When you have a cat, it can be harder to teach them tricks, but they are more apt to learn if you use treats.

#3 Have Them Work for Their Food

Staying inside, you may be worried about your pet not getting enough exercise. There are a variety of dog and cat toys that you can put food inside so your pet has to work for their food before eating. This will keep them entertained, give them a little workout, and reward them with a special treat! There are dog and cat versions of the toys so you can keep your pet entertained for hours!

Keep your pet entertained at our luxury apartments in Arlington, VA with these tips and tricks. Contact us today for more information about The Beacon Clarendon!

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At the Beacon Clarendon, we offer expansive floor plans with walk-in closets in every room. If you’re in need of more storage space, check out these organization products for your closet that will maximize your space at our apartments for rent in Arlington, VA. Come home to the Beacon Clarendon today!

S-Shaped Hangers

S-shaped hangers are great to hang multiple pairs of pants on. If you love jeans, this product is for you. Instead of piling them up in a random spot or wearing down your plastic hangers with jean weight, invest in these hangers! They are stainless steel and non-slip, so your clothes won’t fall. With the ability to hang five pants at once, the s-shaped hanger is a closet lifesaver. Maximize your space and keep those jeans clean and orderly! You can even hang ties, scarfs, belts and towels on it.

Over-the-Door Organizer

An over-the-door shelf or organizer is perfect for storing linens, medicine, toiletries, or baby accessories! This one has clear fronts on every compartment so you can see exactly what you’re storing and reaching for. Store you towels and washcloths, your medicine, your hair products or extra backup bathroom items, or baby diapers. If you don’t want to use it in your closet, you can always use it in the kitchen pantry for seasonings. This one is easy to assemble and easy to hang!

Shoe Rack

Your shoes will no longer be scattered across your apartment or closet with this shoe rack. It stores up to nine pairs on its three shelves, and each shelf can hold 30 pounds of weight. The construction is sturdy, and the shelves are wired to create a flat surface so that your heels won’t fall through any cracks. You can fit even more shoes here if you get some shoe slotz! The slots will double your space as they stack one pair of shoes on top of each other. Now you never have to hold back on buying those shoes that you fall in love with because you’ll have plenty of room for them.

These organization products are sure to provide even more space for you to take advantage of at our apartments for rent in Arlington, VA. Contact us to find you new home the Beacon Clarendon!

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At The Beacon Clarendon, our residents can come home to an upscale space that is sure to suit every lifestyle. With the spring season in full swing, now is the time to clean out your home and get it ready for the warm weather. View our spring cleaning tips and get your home sparkling at our Arlington apartments.

#1 Have a Plan

When you begin cleaning, the best way to go about it is to have a plan. If you don’t have an idea of what you’re going to do, it will take much longer to get tasks accomplished and get your home clean. The best way to plan is to go room by room and focus on one area at a time. If you’re constantly going back and forth between areas, you’ll spend all day cleaning and only have a bunch of half cleaned spaces. It is also a good idea to work from top to bottom in each room. When you start from the top, like with dusting the ceiling fan, you won’t have to spend time re-cleaning things like the floor that you just swept dust onto. Having a plan will streamline your cleaning process and make things flow much better.

#2 Gather Supplies

After you make your plan, you’ll want to make a trip to the store to gather the supplies that you will need. Go through all of the areas that you will have to clean and decide what products you will need. From disinfectants and multi-surface sprays to wood polish and glass cleaner, there are a variety of supplies that you may need. Be sure to go through the products that you already have and make a note of things that are low or products that have expired so you can be sure to get more. By gathering your supplies ahead of time, you won’t have to interrupt your cleaning with several trips to the store.

#3 Make a Playlist

There’s nothing worse than cleaning in silence. Before you start, get on your favorite music app and make a playlist of your favorite songs that will keep you entertained while cleaning. This will keep your energy up and make the time go by faster. If you have a smart TV, you can play your music on it so you don’t have to carry your phone with you throughout each room. Just be sure to be mindful of neighbors when it comes to the volume! If you’re not in the mood for tunes, you can queue up some of your favorite podcast episodes to listen to that will keep you interested.

Make the most out of this time spent at our Arlington apartments and use these tips to get your home ready for the warm seasons. Come home to The Beacon Clarendon and contact us today for more information!

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Now that the Christmas lights have been taken down and the tree is packed away, your living space might feel a bit empty. It’s almost time for that deep spring cleaning, but first, consider spreading the love by decorating for Valentine’s Day. We’ve compiled a few cute and easy ideas that you can put together with the kids, your significant other, or even on your own to extend that holiday spirit while the seasons change.

On The Line! There are many easy decorations you can make with paper, a little hot glue, and some fishing line. Brighten up a wall with a banner of construction paper hearts or make a chandelier by hanging origami hearts from an inexpensive embroidery hoop. The translucent fishing line makes a fun, floating illusion.

It’s A Wrap! Take fuzzy yarn, pretty ribbon, or even leftover red and white Christmas garland, wrap it around a heart-shaped cardboard frame, and you’ve got a simple decoration that pops with color and texture. A larger one can be hung or your door like a wreath, and smaller ones can be propped on side tables or suspended from doorframes like mistletoe.

Simple And Sweet! Candy already comes wrapped in bright, appealing packaging, but many brands have special wrappers for Valentine’s Day. Bring out those underused crystal bowls or goblets and fill them up with shiny sweets for an easy pop of holiday color. You also can’t go wrong with vases or bowls of fresh flowers, but keep in mind that they will be pricey this time of year, especially roses. Consider getting your blooms in bulk instead of pre-arranged, or check the selection at your local grocery store.

Something To Talk About! Perhaps the most iconic symbol of the Valentine season is the conversation heart. Make your own oversized version of these using anything from pastel poster board to heart-shaped wood pieces that you paint yourself. The best part is that you can use whatever messages you want, or simply put family member names on instead of the sweet sentiments. 

Living at The Beacon Clarendon makes it easy to enjoy every day like it’s a holiday. Schedule a visit to experience Arlington life at The Beacon Clarendon today!

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