An outdated former rental gets a timeless transformation.

“It’s been a love affair ever since.”

“To say I’m excited to finally call it my own is a vast understatement!”

Aiken Street House Plan (SL-1807), ColorWater Florida Front Exterior

Credit: Annie Schlechter; Styling: Page Mullins

It was in need of major repairs after serving as a rental for two decades.

“The homes on this street are pretty close together, so this was key,” says Hillegas.

“Jacque was very receptive to our creative work-arounds,” says Hillegas.

Aiken Street House Plan (SL-1807) Front Porch design by Heather Chadduck Hillegas

Credit: Annie Schlechter; Styling: Page Mullins

She placed aSafavieh rugover one fromRush Housethat was custom sewn on-site to fit the space.

For the window treatments, Hillegas utilized a clever trick to minimize fabric yardage without sacrificing impact.

Hillegas pulled the dining table and hutch from Hamilton’s own collection.

Heather Chadduck Hillegas designed Living Room in WaterColor, FL House

Credit: Annie Schlechter; Styling: Page Mullins

The second guest bedroom is a play of patterns in shades of blue, reminiscent of the nearby shore.

Drapes made with anotherHeather Chadduck Textiles fabricperfectly complement the blue-and-white bedding.

Heather Chadduck Hillegas designed open kitchen in WaterColor, FL

Credit: Annie Schlechter; Styling: Page Mullins

Heather Chadduck Hillegas designed Primary Bedroom in Aiken Street House Plan

Credit: Annie Schlechter; Styling: Page Mullins

Heather Chadduck Hillegas designed Primary Bathroom in Aiken Street House Plan

Credit: Annie Schlechter; Styling: Page Mullins

Heather Chadduck Hillegas designed hallway in Aiken Street House Plan

Credit: Annie Schlechter; Styling: Page Mullins

Heather Chadduck Hillegas designed Bunk Bedroom in Aiken Street House Plan

Credit: Annie Schlechter; Styling: Page Mullins

Heather Chadduck Hillegas Designed Bedroom in WaterColor, FL

Heather Chadduck Hillegas designed guest bedroom in WaterColor, FL House