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Nicole Roe discusses bringing personality into design to make spaces that truly feel like home
Lately, I’ ve noticed a real shift in the way people are approaching their homes. They’ re becoming bolder and more intentional, and honestly, I love it. It’ s no longer about just one accent wall or a quick pop of color- it’ s about creating fully immersive spaces. Clients are wrapping entire rooms in wallpaper, cladding full exterior walls in stone, and painting trim and ceilings the same shade as the walls for a cocooning, atmospheric effect. That commitment to a vision makes a home feel alive.
At R. Nickson Interiors, sustainability isn’ t a buzzword- it’ s a guiding principle. To me, it means choosing pieces that will stand the test of time, both in craftsmanship and style. A sofa that can be reupholstered and enjoyed for decades is far more sustainable than cheap furniture that ends up in a landfill after just a few years. I always encourage clients to invest in quality over quantity; it’ s an investment not just in their home, but in the planet.
When I collaborate with homebuilders, I always stress the importance of having the key conversations up front- who’ s sourcing what, how communication flows, and when the client should be involved. Clarity early on prevents surprises later. Just as importantly, builders need to set expectations with their trades about respecting the designer’ s role. When that mutual respect is established, the process runs more smoothly for everyone: fewer frantic client calls, clearer decisions, and a project that’ s not only seamless but beautiful.
Materially, I’ m gravitating toward clean woods like walnut and maple, which have a refined, knot-free look that brings calm and elegance to interiors. I’ m also endlessly inspired
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