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Welcome back to Season 11 of Couture & Construction! On today’s episode, host Andrew Denny welcomes Malee Ann Cherry, owner and principal designer of BRANDid, and KatieRose Berry, associate interior designer, two voices shaping a woman-led studio redefining what intentional, story-driven design looks like in Nashville and beyond.

Malee and KatieRose walk through their very different paths into the design world, from film school and hospitality projects to residential homes and civic spaces. They unpack how asking better questions leads to better spaces, why understanding codes and construction deepens creativity rather than limiting it, and how visual storytelling becomes a shared language between clients, architects, and builders. Along the way, they reflect on collaboration, leadership, and what it really takes to build a design firm that serves both people and processes with equal care.

Let’s Sum It Up:

Design begins with listening, and the best spaces grow from understanding how people truly live and work.

Strong collaboration between designers, architects, and engineers turns technical constraints into creative opportunities.

Building a meaningful firm requires curiosity, trust in your team, and a commitment to learning every layer of the business.

Until next time — keep cultivating creativity.

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BRANDid:

Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/brandid.nashville/)

Website: (https://www.brandinteriordesign.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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About Textures

Since 2004, Textures has been the preferred partner of interior designers, architects, and custom home builders. Through their collaborative approach, and our exclusive relationship with the finest mills ensures your floors will stand the test of time in style and longevity.

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Welcome back to Season 11 of Couture & Construction! On today’s episode, host Andrew Denny welcomes Anna Lisa Dobbs, founder of Anna Lisa Design, a Nashville-based creative whose work spans interiors, antiques, florals, and storytelling-driven design.

Anna Lisa shares her unconventional path into the design world, beginning in the performing arts and evolving through event design in Los Angeles before planting roots in Nashville. She reflects on the courage it takes to start over, shaping her creative voice, and why storytelling sits at the center of every space she creates. Throughout the conversation, Anna Lisa explains how antiques become characters in a room, how florals bring life and impermanence into design, and why honoring history while creating something new is essential to meaningful interiors.

Let’s Sum It Up:

Design is a form of storytelling, where every object plays a role in the larger narrative of a space.

Antiques and historic pieces bring depth, character, and a sense of stewardship into modern homes.

Growth often requires reinvention, clarity around time and boundaries, and the willingness to follow what truly fulfills you.

Until next time — keep cultivating creativity.

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Learn more about today’s guest

Anna Lisa Dobbs:

Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/annalisadobbs/)

Website: (https://www.annalisadesign.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.

Follow us on Instagram!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/couture_and_construction/?hl=en

About Textures

Since 2004, Textures has been the preferred partner of interior designers, architects, and custom home builders. Through their collaborative approach, and our exclusive relationship with the finest mills ensures your floors will stand the test of time in style and longevity.

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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: (https://www.instagram.com/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.

Follow us on Instagram!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/couture_and_construction/?hl=en

About Textures

Since 2004, Textures has been the preferred partner of interior designers, architects, and custom home builders. Through their collaborative approach, and our exclusive relationship with the finest mills ensures your floors will stand the test of time in style and longevity.