Our Patio Oasis

When Matt and I first toured our apartment however many years ago (I think 6?), we immediately loved the interior—airy, tons of windows (almost too many windows, honestly—it’s like being in an oven in here in the summer), good space, etc. But it was when we were brought up these mysterious stairs jutting out right in front of our entrance that we were officially sold on the place. Upon walking up and turning to face the city, the view that we were met with was pretty mind-blowing, and continues to amaze us every time we’re up there, even all these years later. Our landlord gave us a second to talk things over (as they do) and we both just looked...