Designing with Intention — Stories of Value & Vision | Couture & Construction Ep. 145

Welcome back to Season 11 of Couture & Construction! On today’s episode, host Andrew Denny welcomes Laura Lubin, the visionary founder and principal designer of Ellerslie Interiors, a distinguished design firm based in Nashville, Tennessee.

Laura delves into her philosophy of intentionality in design, exploring how the stories behind our choices shape the environments we inhabit. She shares her journey from San Francisco to Nashville, highlighting the shift in lifestyle and how it has influenced her approach to creating spaces that resonate with joy and comfort. Laura emphasizes the importance of understanding clients' lifestyles and aspirations, allowing her to craft interiors that reflect their true selves.

Let’s Sum It Up:
The concept of intentionality is central to creating spaces that evoke emotion and connection.
A designer's role extends beyond aesthetics; it involves being a steward of clients' resources and aspirations.
The evolving landscape of design encourages a return to personal narratives, fostering spaces that truly feel like home.

Until next time — keep cultivating creativity.
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Learn more about today’s guest

Laura Lubin:
Instagram: (  / ellerslieinteriors  )
Website: (https://www.ellerslieinteriors.com/)

About Couture & Construction
Hosted by Andrew Denny of Textures, Couture & Construction is an uplifting podcast dedicated to the many different aspects of the luxury building industry. Through thoughtful conversations with makers and business owners, it breaks down the process of creating custom spaces—one story at a time.
This podcast was produced by Chelsea Rand, Davis Osburn, and The Cast Collective.

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0:00 Intro
3:20 Background
5:49 Intentionality
7:51 Intake process
11:06 California vs Nashville
15:50 Intentionality in team & design
19:29 Business journey
23:45 Intentionality & budget
27:16 Attracting talent
29:30 Standard
31:00 Takeaway from Kips Bay
34:24 Would you do another?
35:30 Future of design
39:03 Rapid Fire Questions
40:11 Outro