Elyse Santoro
Elyse Marie Santoro is a Holistic Interior Designer, Human Design Adviser, and founder of Elyse Marie Lifestyles. With over 25 years of experience, she empowers high-level entrepreneurs to optimize their energy, refine decision-making, and achieve new levels of personal success. By skillfully blending her expertise in human design, luxury interior design, Feng Shui, and intentional creativity, Elyse creates transformative environments that nurture both personal and professional growth.
Specializing in Feng Shui consultations for homes and businesses, interior redesigns, and bespoke design coaching, she tailors her services to meet the unique needs of each client. Elyse holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design from Bauder College and is a certified Feng Shui and human design expert, trained in both Black Hat and Classic methods. She is also a certified Color of Woman Intentional Creativity Teacher, bringing a holistic approach that combines creative expression, energy alignment, and purposeful living.
Her outstanding projects, such as the Coastal Retreat in Williams Island, showcase her ability to craft spaces that are not only visually stunning but also energetically empowering. Beyond her design expertise, Elyse is passionate about uplifting emerging feminine entrepreneurs through mentoring, content creation, and coaching. She leads the Soulful Living Sisterhood, inspiring women to embrace their strengths, creativity, and spiritual essence.
Elyse’s inspiring work has been featured in CHIC Miami Magazine, Florida Design, and Casa & Estilo, and she continues to motivate clients around the world to align their energy, environment, and intentions for a life of effortless success.
• BFA INterior Design
• Bauder College
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to my strong faith and trust in God, which guides every decision I make. I’ve also been fortunate to learn from incredible mentors, like Richard Worholik, who helped refine my eye for modern interior design and inspired me to push the boundaries of creativity in my work.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received is to be seen, collaborate, and build meaningful relationships. Focusing on visibility and connection has allowed me to grow professionally while creating opportunities to learn from and support others along the way.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering the industry is to get involved in your community, seek out a mentor, and focus on building strong relationships. These connections provide guidance, open doors, and create a support network that can help you navigate challenges and grow your career.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest challenges in my career was relocating to Sarasota and having to rebuild my professional network from the ground up. While it was a significant adjustment, it also became an opportunity to connect with new clients, collaborators, and mentors, ultimately strengthening my business and expanding my reach in the industry.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values most important to me in both work and life are creativity, curiosity, and connection. I love expressing myself through painting, gardening, and exploring art at galleries and outdoor festivals, and I bring that same passion and attention to detail into my work, creating spaces and experiences that inspire and uplift others.