Highly Affected By Her Surroundings

From Self-Taught Designer to Industry Educator with Jameelah Watkins-Mallett

In this episode, Nicole sits down with Jameelah Watkins- Mallett, founder of The Case Collective and co-founder of Lauren Wesley Designs, to talk about what it really loo

Solo Episode: Inside My Primary Suite Renovation with Nicole Roe

In this solo episode, Nicole takes you inside her primary suite renovation and the intentional decisions behind it. She walks through the full design process, from rethi

Designing for Authenticity with Lisa Gilmore

What does it really mean to design an authentic home? In this episode of Highly Affected by Her Surroundings, Nicole sits down with interior designer Lisa Gilmore live f

Luxury, Defined Personally with Sueann Badillo

Luxury is not a price point. It is personal. In this episode of Highly Affected by Her Surroundings, Nicole sits down with Sueann Badillo, founder and creative force beh

Personal Style as Confidence and Clarity with Chellie Carlson

In this episode, Nicole sits down with wardrobe stylist and creative director Chellie Carlson to explore how personal style becomes a source of confidence, clarity, and s

Design as Storytelling: Vintage, Restraint, and Character with Sarah Lyon

Design as Storytelling: Vintage, Restraint, and Character with Sarah Lyon Writer, stylist, and creative tastemaker Sarah Lyon joins Nicole Roe for a thoughtful conversat

From Pro Volleyball to Purposeful Interiors with Kristin Hildebrand

In Episode 6 of Highly Affected by Her Surroundings, Nicole sits down with Kristin Hildebrand, founder and creative director of KH Interiors, to talk about the unexpected

The Heart Behind Timeless Design with Galey Grimes

This week, Nicole welcomes designer Galey Grimes of Galey Grimes Interiors for a thoughtful look at what makes design feel timeless, personal, and deeply warm. Galey’s wo

Reading the Room: Energy and Astrology with Jaclyn Carmen

Some people have an energy you can feel before they speak — and today’s guest, artist, astrologer, and Ahai® energy healer Jaclyn Carmen, is absolutely one of them. Afte

Designing With Energy: Inside the Creative Mind of Kirsten Sadlier

In Designing With Energy, Nicole talks with artist Kirsten Sadlier about the movement, emotion, and intention behind her work. Kirsten creates between two coasts and infu

Building Brands That Feel Like Home with Sydney Dozier

  In this episode, Nicole sits down with Nashville-based entrepreneur Sydney Dozier, founder of Renaissance Marketing, for an inspiring and down-to-earth conversation ab

Season Two Kickoff: The Power of Friendship, Safe Spaces & Fresh Starts with Antonio Deloatch

Season Two Kickoff: The Power of Friendship, Safe Spaces & Fresh Starts (with Antonio Deloatch) We’re back for Season Two! And there’s no better way to kick things off t

Atmosphere is Everything: Weddings, Interiors, and the Art of Experience with Brittany Ellis

In this episode of Highly Affected by Her Surroundings, host Nicole Roe sits down with Brittney Ellis, CEO and Creative Director of Eventrics Indian Weddings. With over a

Beyond Aesthetics: Rachel Jackson’s Tips for Building Truly Supportive Spaces

In this episode of Highly Affected by Her Surroundings, host Nicole Roe sits down with Rachel Jackson—ADHD-friendly interior designer, neurodiversity advocate, and founde

Designing Island Vibes: Interiors, Color, & Real Life with Studio Shaolin

In this episode of Highly Affected by Her Surroundings, I’m joined by Hawaii-based interior designer Shaolin of Studio Shaolin — and trust me, this is not just another “b

Elevating Spaces: Inside John McClain’s World of Luxury Interiors

Discover the world of luxury interior design with John McClain in this inspiring episode of Highly Affected by Her Surroundings. John, a seasoned designer known for trans

Elevate Your Space: How Subtle Impacts Merges Design and Fitness with Rachel Steffensmeier

In this episode of Highly Affected by Her Surroundings, host Nicole sits down with Rachel, the innovative founder behind Subtle Impacts. Rachel is redefining the traditio

Lone Star Ambition Meets Vintage Vision: Hailey Kolbe’s Story of Following Her Heart

Episode Summary: In this episode of Highly Affected by Her Surroundings, I sit down with Hailey Kolbe to explore how a passion for vintage treasures, a dose of Texas grit

Grand Designs: Inside the world of luxury residential construction with Brad Leavitt

In this eye-opening episode of Highly Affected by Her Surroundings, we sit down with Brad from A Finer Touch Construction to explore the grand world of luxury compounds a

Patience, Purpose, and a New Home: Ali Kay’s Take on Intentional Living

In this episode of Highly Affected by Her Surroundings, I sit down with Ali Kay, an incredible entrepreneur, podcast host, and mom who’s redefining what it means to live