The Designer’s Journal: Nicole Fisher’s Layered, Maximalist Approach to Home

For designer Nicole Fisher, home is more than just a backdrop, it’s a reflection of soul, history, and joy. Known for her layered, maximalist, and dramatic approach, Nicole brings bold personality to every space she touches, infusing each room with color, character, and meaning.

“My home says that someone with an old soul and a love of color lives here,” she shares. Her design philosophy is simple yet refreshing: trends are only suggestions—what matters most is creating spaces that make you smile.

From statement-making wallpaper to colorful accents that spark joy, Nicole’s work is rooted in the belief that homes should feel both personal and unforgettable. We caught up with her to talk about what design “rule” she thinks should be broken, her go-to way to craft a statement-making moment, and the Schoolhouse favorite she goes back to again and again.

Can you describe your design style in three words?

Layered. Maximalist. Dramatic.

What design “rule” do you always follow, and which was made to be broken?

Trends are suggestions; do what makes you smile.

What does your home say about you?

It says someone with an old soul and a love of color lives here.

What’s your favorite way to create a statement-making moment in a room?

I love wallpaper. It can act as both art and texture, and brings so much interest to any room.

What’s your favorite Schoolhouse product?

I love the Joe Task Lamp in Persimmon!