My House: A Wellness Blogger Carves Out a Soothing Retreat in Austin
Mindful living influencer Jules Acree shares how she and her husband focus on self-care during the pandemic.
Mindful living influencer Jules Acree shares how she and her husband focus on self-care during the pandemic.
Wellness blogger Jules Acree was just a few months into her marriage and a year into living at their new Austin home before shelter-in-place took effect; amid the whirlwind transitions, the pandemic has actually allowed her to relish the small moments and take a break from the usual grind.
As someone who’s worked from home for the past several years, her schedule remains similar in terms of the heads-down work. Still, even with allowing herself to "sleep in," she gets up around 7:30 a.m. to start her rituals before tackling her responsibilities as a creative entrepreneur. The founder of Om & The City, a mindful living blog, shares wellness tips through writing, speaking, photography, and videos. She also hosts workshops, teaches yoga, and works with conscious brands. Needless to say, she’s a busy woman, and wanted her home to reflect the same vibrant—yet soothing—energy of her work.
"Some must-haves for our space were lots of plants, beautiful mirrors to open up the space, and textured throw pillows," says Jules Acree.
Courtesy of Jules Acree of Om and the City
Casual house hunting led Jules and her husband, Andrew, to find their current home in one of their favorite neighborhoods before it was even publicly listed. The two-story, open-concept dwelling is flooded with natural light from oversize windows—the perfect backdrop for the minimal, modern bohemia that they envisioned.
"I don’t like ‘decoration,’ says Jules. "I like everything to have a purpose, so you won’t find any decorative items just taking up space—unless it’s a 100-year-old family heirloom from Korea." On the wall here is art from Jan Skecelik.
Courtesy of Jules Acree of Om and the City
"I really gravitate towards a natural color palette with bohemian textures and a few pops of color," says Jules. "This allows me to feel at peace in my space. My vision was to create an open and calming space that brings nature indoors."
Unsurprisingly, she spends about 40% of her day sitting in their newly upgraded outdoor patio to both work and lounge. Inside, she focuses on biophilic inspirations to create a peaceful, intentional retreat. Here, she tells Dwell how her life has shifted, how she’s coping with the current crisis, and offers tips for everyday wellness.
"I am all about organization, so you will find lots of bins, baskets, and organizers throughout the home, tucked into our drawers, and inside our cabinets," says Jules.
Courtesy of Jules Acree of Om and the City
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