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The LUXE Connect Podcast Explores Marie Flanigan’s Design For A Character-Filled Houston Home

Author: Brooke Robinson — Photographer: Julie Soefer / June 24, 2026

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In Houston, Marie Flanigan deftly wove together a collection of seemingly disparate inspirations (the London dining scene, coastal charm and a classic American art collection) to create a character-rich estate for one Texas family. Featured on the cover of LUXE Interiors + Design’s May/June 2026 Houston issue, the home unfolds as a layered story, revealing new details and discoveries from room to room. In episode 3 of the LUXE Connect Podcast, Flanigan joins Texas Homes Editor Lara Hallock to take listeners behind the scenes of the design process.

The residence balances contemporary touches with traditional elements to achieve a deeply curated aesthetic. Consider the gold wallpaper enveloping the curvaceous dining room, where burgundy drapes and matching chairs amplify the drama; the blush-toned home office, where rich textures set the stage for a series of Andy Warhol’s Flowers paintings; and the cozy lattice-wrapped patio that extends the home’s welcoming spirit outdoors. This level of thoughtfulness is a hallmark of Flanigan’s design ethos. “I think it’s easy for a designer to kind of get in the rhythm of doing the same thing over and over again because of efficiency,” Flanigan shares in the episode. “But we love to challenge ourselves to find out what our client’s point of view is and how they see the world, and then painting our canvas to be an interpretation of that.”

Discover more about the home and hear what’s next for Marie Flanigan Interiors in episode 3 of the LUXE Connect Podcast.

Elegant bedroom with two plush beds featuring beige and blue bedding, flanked by nightstands with lamps. A brass chandelier hangs from the ceiling, and a large window with soft curtains lets in natural light — Photo: Julie Soefer

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To See More Of The House: This Contemporary Houston Abode Shines With Individuality

More Images From The Home:

Elegant home office with a cozy sofa, brown ottoman, and floral paintings. A floral chandelier hangs above, next to large, light-filled windows.

Bookshelf filled with colorful books and decorative items next to an ornate gold panel featuring painted flamingos. The scene exudes elegance and creativity.

Elegant dining room with large windows, light wood ceiling beams, and a modern chandelier. Features a wooden table, six beige chairs, and sheer curtains.

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Photo: Julie Soefer

About The LUXE Connect Podcast

The LUXE Connect Podcast from LUXE Interiors + Design brings the industry’s leading architects, designers, and industry experts together for inspiring conversations taking listeners inside the world of high-end residential design. Each episode explores the ideas, ethos, and vision behind extraordinary homes and the people who craft them. Rooted in LUXE’s legacy of storytelling and celebrating industry innovators, the podcast connects a discerning audience with creatives at the forefront of design.