Design Discussions with Nadine Gol

In this episode, we dive into Jen’s journey into the world of interior design, how her first career in the nonprofit sector prepared her for her second career, and the childhood ambitions that first sparked her passion for design.

We also showcase one of Jen’s beautiful projects and discuss her signature colorful style, proving that great design is as much about personality as it is about aesthetics.

Be sure to tune in and join the conversation!

On Episode 64, my guest is Nathalia Interiors. We talked about her design style, her start in design industry and other design related topics. Hope you enjoy

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Meet Roberto & Diana — the passionate husband-and-wife team behind Exclusive Iron Doors. In this video we sit down with them to hear the story of how their business began, the challenges they overcame, and the values that shape every custom iron door they build. From design inspiration to shop-floor stories, Roberto and Diana share real-world insight into craftsmanship, family entrepreneurship, and the art of making a front door that lasts a lifetime.

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Our guest for Episode 62 is super organized, disciplined and structured Christine Cook of EP Interior in Houston, TX. She will be the next IDS chapter president in Houston. We talked about her start, her education, projects, horror stories and many more. Dive in to learn more about this exceptional interior designer.

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On the 61st episode of Design Discussions with Nadine, our guest is talented and powerful Pamela O'Brien. We talked about remodel and addition of a historic home in Houston Heights and reimagining a charming yet dated a 3 story charming Victorian inspired home and a new construction in west U

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On the 60th episode of Design Discussions with Nadine, Emre Gol ans Nadine Gol’s guests are talented husband wife builder duo, Cody and Kristen Dawson.

They specialize in custom homes and high end remodels. Give them a call if you are in north Houston.

Our latest discussion focuses on critical aspects of construction project management, particularly during the pre-construction phase. We dive into how effective team management and collaboration with architects and engineers are essential. It's crucial to educate all parties involved to ensure a smooth process and avoid potential issues in every construction endeavor. 🏗️

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Episode 59 is here — and this time with a true Houston powerhouse. Emre Gol talks to Carlee Wood about everything glass

You’ve seen their trucks all over the city.

You’ve seen their work in many of our own projects.

But what you haven’t seen… is the scale of the incredible operation behind the scenes.

It was an absolute pleasure hosting Carlee Wood and diving deep into the world of shower doors — from functionality and engineering to design impact and customization. 🚿✨

This conversation is packed with insight for homeowners, designers, and builders alike.

A huge thank you to Carlee for sharing her knowledge and giving us a behind-the-scenes look at what makes their company such a key player in Houston’s construction and design industry.

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We filmed this one in country #7 🌎 with our 13th international guest ✨

This time we took you all the way to Brazil 🇧🇷 to sit down with Florense CEO @mateuscorradi 💼

We dove into:

🔥 How this powerhouse brand began

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 What it’s like to run a multi-generational business

🏭 Their massive global operations

🌱 And how Florense is leading the way with sustainable + eco-friendly production

Hope you love this episode as much as we loved creating it 💚

Next stop… Japan 🇯🇵 ✈ Stay tuned!

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In this episode of Design Discussions with Nadine the houston builder Nadine sits down with Heather Shepherd of Douglas Elliman and talks everything real estate.

Our guest for episode 56 was talented interior designer Katie Kildal, she has a special place in her heart for children's spaces, we talked about that and many other things in this episode, hope you enjoy it!

In this episode, I sit down with Joes Lawrence, District Manager at Cambria, one of the leading manufacturers of premium quartz surfaces. We dive into the story behind the company, their unique culture, and how they continue to stay ahead of design trends. Joes also gives us a sneak peek at Cambria’s newest designs and shares what’s on the horizon for the brand.

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Amy Malkan is a great mural artist in Houston area and i am so glad to meet her because what a story. Design Discussions with Nadine episode 54 brings you a resilient, strong and talented woman. Amy Malkan

If you want to follow her and see her work head to her Instagram at instagram.com/@amymalkanart

In this episode of Design Discussions with Nadine Gol. we are diving deep inside Leandra Martinez's interior design business in Houston, TX. She is a very talented interior designer and really taking over the scene with the jobs she is completing lately. Two women share their insights on entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of taking risks. Starting a business requires courage, but the potential rewards are immense. They highlight that taking action motivation is the key to business success.

In this episode, I was onsite at Neatsmith’s showroom during my latest trip to London, where I sat down with director Philipp Nagel to discuss how the company—founded by his father—began. We also took another look at some of their beautiful wardrobes, bars, and closet systems, and explored more of the amazing materials they use to create their standout products, such as velvet door fronts and fabric-backed panels that can be used on bar tops, drawer fronts, and doors.

Watch the full episode to see the incredible work they do and why I wanted to return for another visit, after first seeing them a couple of years ago on a trip to London’s King’s Road in Chelsea.

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This episode of Design Discussions with Nadine podcast comes to you from King's road in Chelsea London. Fired Earth is an amazing tile company with amazing terracotta, porcelain and ceramic tiles for high end projects. Let's get into it

On Episode 50 of the Design Discussions with Nadine podcast, I sat down for a special interview with James Lentaigne, Creative Director of Drummonds — a luxury brand known for handmade fixtures, tubs, and bathroom products. He spoke in detail about the company's history, design process, and collaborations, and gave us a glimpse of some exciting new products.

NG Platinum Homes is not sponsored by any other entity. We only highlight exceptional people, processes and products that are appealing to us and our followers.

On Episode 49 of Design Discussions with Nadine podcast, my guest is Kenneth Stephens Jr. who is a construction attorney with two offices in Texas, Houston and Dallas. If tyou are a homeowner or a contractor, you should definitely watch this and the other epsiode i shot with him a while ago. There are many bad faith contractors out there and you don't want to fall victim to someone acting with nefarious intent. Kenneth also owns an amazing winery Pure Noir.

Let us know if you have any questions for Kenneth

In this episode of Design Discussions with Nadine, we explore the importance of hiring an interior designer for any project. We discuss the necessity of harmony between interior designers and contractors, as well as the challenges interior designers face when collaborating with contractors. I would like to extend my gratitude to Sherry Millien of Terravista Interior Design Group for joining the podcast and illuminating these lesser-known challenges.

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Priya Vij is the owner of Hapny Home Harware, a company that manufactures Home Hardware for cabinets and doors.

Pay attention to Priya Vij and Hapny Home Hardware as we will be hearing a lot from her in the future.

As is customary, NG Platinum Homes, its sister companies, affiliates, associates or directors are not sponsored by any other entity. We only highlight exceptional people, processes and companies that are appealing to us and our followers.

In this episode of Design Discussions with Nadine, our guest is incredibly talented and super cool Erin Mulvany, an abstract artist from Houston, TX. Erin is a well known artist in Houston art scene and she is such a fun person to talk to. Another cool thing about Erin is, she is big on Hard Rock. Enjoy this episode.

As is customary, NG Platinum Homes, its sister companies, affiliates, associates or directors are not sponsored by any other entity. We only highlight exceptional people, processes and companies that are appealing to us and our followers.