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April 22 2020

Evolving Outdoors This Summer

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We Can’t Wait to Get Outdoors with You at Evolve!

With everything that’s going on in the world right now, spending time outdoors feels more important than ever. Connecting with nature and getting the fresh air our bodies crave is one of the best ways to stay both grounded and energized.

Our first priority is keeping our communities healthy, so in an effort to remain proactive in regards to the Coronavirus, our amenity spaces are still temporarily closed.

We are, of course, all about our outdoor amenities at Evolve communities—and we can’t wait to enjoy them with you all very soon! We will continue to communicate any changes in services as quickly as possible. Keep reading to check out everything you’ve got to look forward to this summer!

Community Gardens

guy planting herbs in community garden at evolve

Just because apartment living means no private backyard, it doesn’t mean you can’t have a garden! We love making sure our residents have the gardens their green thumbs deserve. Community gardens like this one at Mountain View are a great way to spend time outdoors and get your hands dirty. We love being able to utilize freshly grown ingredients in our kitchen, and maybe even propagate some herbs to grow on the balcony!

When you’re able to sink your hands into our community gardens again, what will be the first thing you’ll use in your kitchen?

Grill Stations

guy grilling hotdogs at evolve summer recipes

One of our favorite things to do at Evolve is firing up a community grill and spending quality time with our loved ones—and we’re realizing that all the more now! We can’t wait to mix and mingle with you all later this summer. Get ready for barbeque, burgers and warm nights with friends.

Outdoor Fitness Equipment

There’s nothing better than exercising outdoors on a beautiful summer day. Fresh air and sunshine are major motivating factors to work up a sweat! We love offering outdoor exercise equipment at Evolve, so that our residents always have an opportunity to take their workouts outside! While amenity spaces are still closed, running or walking throughout your community is the perfect alternative to equipment.

Family Playgrounds

family on playground at evolve community

Spending time at the playground with your kids is a great way to Evolve outdoors as a family this summer! Adventure and excitement await kids of all ages at Evolve playgrounds. From giant spiderwebs and slides to swing sets and blowing bubbles, there are so many fun ways to get your family outdoors while the weather is warm! We’re so excited to see you and your kids use your imaginations on our playgrounds again soon!

Community Pools

people playing in pool at evolve community

This is usually everyone’s favorite part, right?! Community pools are such a great way to spend time with your family and friends and get to know your neighbors. At Evolve, we’re all about pool parties with our residents in the summer, complete with food and drinks! Be sure to follow your Evolve community on social media to keep up with all the fun happenings when we’re all able to socialize again!

Dog Parks

girl with dog at dog park at evolve community

Fur babies are family too, and they deserve all the playtime their hearts desire! Bark parks are such a fun way to evolve the way you live outdoors with your neighbors. Taking longs walks is always a great idea (especially while amenity spaces are closed), but when everything opens up again, hanging out at your community dog park will be an awesome way to meet people. You and your pup could gain a new friend!

Outdoor Living

The best part of evolving outdoors this summer? You don’t always have to be on the go! That’s right—we love offering outdoor living spaces for our residents to spend time, so that they don’t always feel like they have to be doing something to hang out in the fresh air. Relax with a good book or play corn hole with friends at 1701 North. Take some time to slow down and enjoy!

When your favorite hangout spots in your community open up again, what’s the first thing you’ll do?!

How are you planning on evolving outdoors this summer?

What’s your favorite way to spend time outside? Are you into activity and adventure or are you more of a recharge and relax kind of person? Let us know in the comments!

Evolve Outdoors with Us!

We would love to see how you’re evolving the way you live outdoors this summer! When you and your loved ones are reunited and able to spend more time together, be sure to take tons of photos so we can see how you’re enjoying outdoor amenities at Evolve. Tag us on IG so we can see how you #evolvethewayyoulive.

March 25 2020

Houseplants That Are Perfect for Apartment Life

Spring Has Sprung at Evolve

Spring has sprung at Evolve Companies, and we couldn’t be more excited to roll up our sleeves and bring our indoor gardens to life. We love how easy houseplants can be to take care of in your apartment, even if your thumb isn’t as green as you’d like it to be! With the time that most of us have on our hands this spring, now is a great opportunity to get a garden growing. Also, Earth Day is right around the corner on April 22^nd—what better way to celebrate?! Check out these 6 houseplants that are perfect for apartment life.

Grass Plants

houseplants for apartment blog table with lemongrass

Who would’ve thought grass could be just as good indoors as it is outdoors? When you live in an apartment, bringing your backyard inside is half the fun. Not to mention, grass plants are super easy to take care of!

We love lemongrass in particular because while it is a grassy plant that looks great in your home, it’s also an herb, so it’s perfect to use while cooking! Grass plants can create an amazing modern centerpiece on your kitchen table—like this one at 1701 North. Just make sure they’ve got plenty of sunlight to really bring the space to life!

Peacock Plant

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Want to add a pop of color to your space? Peacock plants are the way to go! They (of course) get their name from the peacock’s tail—bold, elegant and colorful. Because they’re of tropical origins, these plant babies love humidity. Keep their soil moist at all times and place them somewhere in moderate indirect light. Too much sun can actually make the markings on their leaves fade. A little love will keep your peacock plant bright and beautiful for years to come!

Succulents

No matter how much you struggle with keeping plants alive, a succulent will rarely ever fail you! Succulents really are a houseplant that’s perfect for apartment life. The trick is not to overwater your tiny cactus, and it will be happy for life. Succulents are so fun because there are so many shapes, sizes and colors to choose from. You can plant multiple together in a larger pot to really bring a spark of creativity to your space. Or keep it minimal with a few planted separately in small, simple pots lining a windowsill. Give them plenty of sun and space between watering, and they’ll thrive!

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Pothos

Pothos plants are some of our favorite trailing plants. These are perfect for hanging from the ceiling or placing high on a bookshelf so their vines can sprawl down. One of our favorite things about pothos plants—besides being virtually indestructible—is that they come in so many different colors. From bright, lime green to variegated leaves, you can have so many of these in your home while still keeping it unique! Pothos plants are definitely perfect houseplants for apartment life.

Fresh Herbs

Some Evolve communities like Mountain View have community gardens that allow resident to grown their own herbs, vegetables, and more! If you don’t have a community garden, you can instead create your very own indoor herb garden inside your apartment home. From basil and thyme to cilantro and parsley, the options are endless. Plus, keeping fresh herbs in your home is the best way to keep things exciting in the kitchen!

Fiddle-Leaf Fig Tree

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If you really want to make a statement and bring your apartment to life, the fiddle-leaf fig tree is a must-have. These trees are just as much home décor as they are plant-babies. They can add the perfect pop of modern boho to any space. However, fiddle-leaf figs can be a little finicky! They love bright, filtered light and lots of humidity. Make sure the soil is moist, but never soggy. You can even mist your fiddle-leaf to create a little more humidity!

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Think Faux

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No green thumb? Faux is the way to go! And the only maintenance required is a quick dusting. We asked Emily Bagley Johnson of Level 5 Designs—our incredible design team—what some of her favorites were. Here’s what she had to say:

West Elm – Preserved plants at West Elm add so much texture and are sometimes just as good as the real version.

World Market – If you’re in need of an inexpensive fiddle leaf fig tree or small plants (i.e. succulents and ferns), World Market has some really great options. They normally have fun pots too! Adding a unique pot helps add personality and interest!

Target – Recently, Target has been introducing more faux foliage into their seasonal selection. They have a really diverse assortment that will fit into everyone’s style.

Coastal Succulent – Local favorite. These guys make the most amazing preserved moss installations, bowls, arrangements. They are a little more of an investment piece but well worth every penny! They’re local to Wilmington and have done amazing installs throughout Evolve Company’s Wilmington office.

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woman reading book with artificial plant apartment

How are you bringing your apartment to life with houseplants this spring?

There’s nothing quite like bringing the outdoors in, especially during a time where we’ll find ourselves indoors much more often. With Earth Day fast approaching, it’s the perfect opportunity to bring your indoor space to life! Celebrate with us by planting something this season.

The Perfect Apartment Houseplants

We would love to see how you’re bringing your apartment to life this spring! What are your favorite houseplants? Now that you’ve checked out these 6 houseplants that are perfect for apartment life, show us what kind of indoor jungle you’ve created in your home! Be sure to tag us on IG so we can see how you #evolvethewayyoulive.

Shop the look:

Fig tree purchased from West Elm HERE; basket for fig tree purchased from Target HERE
Palm fronds purchased from Target HERE
Pearl succulent purchased from West Elm HERE
Half dipped stoneware vase purchased from West Elm HERE
Peacock plant purchased from Target HERE

March 7 2020

Let the Evolution Begin: What’s Up Our Sleeves

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Evolving in More Ways than One

We’re all about evolving the way you live at Evolve Companies. Let the evolution begin as we focus our efforts on all of the exciting new projects that we have up our sleeves! March is the month for springing into action, and that’s exactly what we’re doing at Evolve.

Evolve Construction currently has 14 projects underway in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee—we know, that’s a lot!

Evolve at Stones Bay

let the evolution begin people in pool at stones bay

Located in Sneads Ferry, NC, Evolve at Stones Bay continues to be a go-to for one, two and three bedroom luxury apartment homes. In each apartment you’ll find 9-foot ceilings, granite countertops, and oversized walk-in closets. Their state-of-the-art fitness center will get you excited to stay active. Be sure to take a dip in their saltwater swimming pool to cool off when it heats up this summer! Stones Bay hasn’t forgotten your furry friends either. They offer an outdoor bark park that’s perfect for spending time together.

But we’ve got a few new tricks up our sleeves—phase 3 of Stones Bay is scheduled to be open this spring which will add 60 brand new apartment homes to the community! To top it off, renovations on the clubhouse will begin this season as well.

Evolve Surf City

let the evolution begin people in gym at surf city

Let the evolution begin in Hampstead, NC with Evolve Surf City! These beautiful one, two, and three bedroom apartment homes are just what you’ve been looking for. Get ready for a saltwater swimming pool complete with cabanas and grills, 24-hour fitness center and a yoga studio.

Evolve Surf City is a pet-friendly community—perfect for your furry friends. It’s also easily accessible to major roads, making your commute as quick as possible.

Phase 1 of Surf City is scheduled to open in the fall of 2020, so be ready to snag your spot for your brand new apartment home!

Evolve at Heritage

let the evolution begin family on playground at heritage

Coming soon to Wilson, NC, phase 1 of Evolve at Heritage is scheduled to open in the fall of 2020! At the heart of our luxurious apartment community, you’ll find a saltwater swimming pool with several grilling stations, perfect for those relaxed weekend evenings. Evolve at Heritage also offers a 24-hour fitness center with a private yoga studio where virtual classes will be available to residents!

A playground, zen garden, and off-leash bark park are just a few of the other first-class amenities you’ll enjoy at Heritage. Check for updates on their website to stay in the loop about leasing!

let the evolution begin girls playing pool at evolve community

Where are you evolving the way you live?

There’s no place like home—so why not turn it into a permanent vacation? If you’re looking for luxurious, resort-style living that makes life fun, it’s time to let the evolution begin. Where do you see yourself evolving the way you live this year?

Let the Evolution Begin

With so many incredible Evolve communities underway in 2020, we can’t wait to see how things grow. Want to stay in on the action? Check us out on IG for behind the scenes updates. Be sure to tag us so we can see how you #evolvethewayyoulive!

January 14 2020

Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas for Your Favorite Interior Design Lover

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5 Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas for Your Special Someone

The holiday of love is just around the corner, and that means it’s time to start thinking about Valentine’s Day gift ideas for your special someone. At Evolve, we’re all about asking how you can evolve the way you live, and what better way than by helping your favorite interior design lover make their apartment feel like home?!

Even if you aren’t too design savvy yourself, it doesn’t mean you won’t find the perfect addition for your special someone’s secret oasis. The thought behind the gift is what matters most, and with these easy ideas they’re sure to be yours this year. Check out these 5 Valentine’s Day gift ideas that your partner-in-crime will obsess over.

Art for a Pup-Parent

valentine's day gift ideas girl with dog in front of animal art evolve companies

When your Valentine loves décor almost as much as they love their fur-child, there’s an easy answer for what to gift them. People love their pets, and they love them even more when they’re up on the wall for everyone to see! Ask local artists how much they would charge for a portrait of their pup (or cat—we can’t leave them out!) and go from there. Whether it’s realistic or abstract like this piece at Mountain View is up to you.

Do you have a photographer friend? You can also ask them to photograph the pupper and blow it up for a life size print! When your special someone gets their animal in the form of art, you can’t go wrong.

Funky Fixtures

valentine's day gift ideas funky light fixture at evolve companies

As much as we love funky fixtures at Evolve communities, they can definitely be a less obvious gift choice. But even interior design lovers can overlook the impact that fresh new lighting can create in their apartment. If your Valentine’s apartment is super simple or a little on the outdated side, fun and funky fixtures can help spruce things up in a big way. If their community doesn’t allow residents to switch up lighting, opt for a unique reading lamp to help keep things cozy.

Green Thumb Goodies

valentine's day gift ideas girl reading next to houseplant evolve companies

Is your Valentine a crazy plant man or lady? Houseplants are the perfect way to bring some life into any home. Even if your person doesn’t have the biggest green thumb, there are tons of houseplants that are a piece of cake to take care of! Some of our favorites are:

– Snake plants
– Golden pothos
– Prayer plants
– Philodendron
– Money trees

Not only do plants add a whole other layer of dimension to décor, but they’re amazing sources of oxygen for your space. These green goodies can help promote a sense of peace and calm, as well as clean the air and assist in breathing! Best gift ever, right?!

Jump-for-Joy Throw Pillows

valentine's day gift ideas girl jumping on couch with throw pillows evolve companies

I mean really, who doesn’t love a good set of throw pillows?! Any interior design lover will be thrilled at the thought of adding more pillows to their apartment. If you’ve got a good feel for your Valentine’s style and what will go great in their home, then you’re on the right track. Do they love soft and subtle or bright and funky like these at 811 East Downtown? Look at what they’ve already got and go from there. The great thing about pillows is that they create the perfect opportunity to mix things up with the seasons without having to completely redecorate. That way, things can stay fresh all year long!

The Perfect Reading Nook Chair

valentine's day gift ideas girl reading in chair evolve companies

If your special someone loves nothing more than curling up with a blanket and getting cozy with a good book, consider helping them revamp their reading nook. Pop by their favorite furniture store or look online to find the perfect piece. If there’s something they’ve been eyeing, now is your chance to surprise them with exactly what they want. They’ll be completely unsuspecting of the perfect reading nook chair!

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What gift ideas do you have for your favorite interior design lover?

Ultimately, it really is the thought that counts! Celebrate the holiday of love with a meaningful gift that will show your Valentine how much you care.

Want to see how Evolve communities are celebrating? Check it out below!

811 East Downtown

will be your Valentine! DO-NUT worry if you don’t have your own – 811 East has got you covered! Swing by their office on February 14^th for a sweet treat.

They’re also doing an amazing Valentine’s Day move-in special, so if you haven’t already locked in your space at 811 East, now is your chance! Move in by February 14th and receive $500 off move-in money!

Mountain View

is keeping things sweet this Valentine’s Day with a candy buffet. Residents can get a little bit of everything when they fill up a bag of delicious treats! Be sure to stop by for your favorite goodies.

Wishing You All a Happy Valentine’s Day!

If you give your special someone any of these Valentine’s Day gift ideas, be sure to snap a photo and tag us on IG. We’d love to see how you and your boo are evolving the way you live!