Stories by

Heather Winfield

Ideas, guidance, and inspiration for creating a home you love.

From Wild Dunes to Hidden Islands Along Brazil’s Coast

Brazil has the kind of coastline that makes the phrase “beach vacation” feel almost too simple. Travel along the Atlantic and the […]

By Heather Winfield • Sep 23, 2026 • 10 min read

New siding can make a house look dramatically better from the street, but appearance is only the beginning of the decision. The […]

By Heather Winfield • Sep 22, 2026 • 10 min read

A home can have perfectly adequate square footage and still begin to feel crowded. It usually happens slowly. The entryway collects shoes […]

By Heather Winfield • Sep 22, 2026 • 8 min read

A well-designed living room does more than fill a space with beautiful furniture. It establishes the mood of the entire home. Some […]

By Heather Winfield • Sep 17, 2026 • 6 min read

Ontario has a particular way of making people fall in love with spring. One week the landscape can still feel wrapped in […]

By Heather Winfield • Sep 17, 2026 • 7 min read

Most people recognize the Santa Monica Pier before they ever visit it. The Ferris wheel glowing above the Pacific, the weathered wooden […]

By Heather Winfield • Aug 26, 2026 • 6 min read