Summertime Fun in El Cerrito

It’s time for some summertime fun in El Cerrito. Get out and explore all that the area and your luxury apartment in El Cerrito have to offer!

Go for a Bike Ride

There are several great bike trails near your apartment and your apartment has bike storage. So why not buy a bike at The Pedaler Bike Shop in nearby El Sobrante and pedal your way through the summer.

Take a Walk

Walking is the perfect way to enjoy the fresh air and get some exercise. From easy and flat, to moderate, and even some more challenging hikes with great views, there are some great options near our Metro 510 apartment in El Cerrito.

Beat the Heat

Beat the heat by visiting the El Cerrito Plaza this summer. Located minutes from your apartment, this plaza has restaurants, shops, and nail and hair salons. And, yes air conditioning.

If a bit of shopping therapy is needed, you can check out the Solano Avenue Shopping District. Where you will find shops, restaurants, boutiques, and ice cream shops. This is the perfect way to spend a hot summer’s afternoon.

Barbecue

Metro 510’s outdoor barbecue grills are an ideal way to wrap up a summer’s day. Gather with friends and neighbors and cook under the stars. If you need some ideas on what to barbeque this book, available on Amazon will provide you with tips on what to grill this summer.

El Cerrito Recreation Center

If you are still looking for fun things to do this summer, why not explore all the activities at the El Cerrito City Recreation Center. They have some great classes and events for all ages.

Get in Summer Shape

And since summer means shorts, swimsuits, and summer dresses, why not take advantage of the apartment community’s state-of-the-art fitness center to get back in summer shape.

Summer in your El Cerrito apartment is the time to get out and explore the area and to take advantage of the great amenities at your luxury, pet-friendly apartment.

Feng Shui Adds Harmony to Your El Cerrito Apartment

EL CERRITO APARTMENTAre you looking for ways to bring harmony and peace into your life? If so, and we can’t imagine who would say no, here are some tips on using Feng Shui style in decorating your El Cerrito, CA apartment.

WHAT DOES FENG SHUI MEAN?

Literally Feng Shui means “wind and water,” two opposite elements, but whose balance depends on the harmony between Yin and Yang. Feng Shui in interior design looks for harmony in furnishing, lighting, plants, positioning, colors, and materials.

HOW TO APPLY THE PRINCIPLES OF FENG SHUI TO YOUR APARTMENT

According to the principles of Feng Shui, in every home or work environment there are energies that interact and stimulate people who live in that space. They can foster courage, confidence, harmony, and peace. In China and Japan, Feng Shui discipline experts use Bagua, a special map to verify that the layout of the home circulates positive energy.

A Feng Shui décor has the following features:

  • Alternate Light and Dark Colors. For example, if your walls are light, your artwork or furniture should be dark.
  • Natural Elements. Plants, wooden elements, stones increase the energy flow of a room. But be certain to choose plants that have positive energy such as lucky bamboo, peace lilies, and orchards.
    • Fragrances.  The use of natural essences and special scents as positive propitiatory elements of positive energy. Try these Feng Shui “friendly fragrances: sage, lavender, vanilla, peppermint, rose, and jasmine.
  • Mirrors. Mirrors play an important part in Feng Shui design. They are considered to reject negative energy. Use the in the living room and entry, but never in the bedroom as they do not “favor” rest.

Applying these basic elements of Feng Shui design can make your Metro 510 apartment in El Cerrito a harmonious place to live.