--- title: "Heather Vaughan Design — Interior Designers & Decorators | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/heather-vaughan-design-pfvwus-pf~2113948012 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~2113948012.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Heather Vaughan Design" category: ["Interior Designers & Decorators"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/a223410c01264c42_8881-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "273 Auburn Street, Newton, Massachusetts 02466, United States" latitude: 42.3441 longitude: -71.248 phone: "(857) 234-1098" website: http://heathervaughandesign.com rating: 5 review_count: 41 best_of_houzz_awards: 6 followers: 368 last_updated: 2026-09-21 --- # Heather Vaughan Design > Boston Area Bespoke Interior Designer \| 5x Best of Houzz Original Houzz profile: [Heather Vaughan Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/heather-vaughan-design-pfvwus-pf~2113948012) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators - **Location:** Newton, MA - **Serves:** Boston, Cambridge, Newton, Brookline, Jamaica Plain, Natick, Lexington, Needham, Wellesley, Belmont, Scituate, Concord, Duxbury, Dover, Auburndale, Manchester by-the-Sea, Newton Center, Newton Lower Falls, Newtonville - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (41 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 6 awards (2015–2025), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Pro Software User - Star Houzzer - 5 Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves - Locally owned - Woman owned - Award winning - Verified Hires - Provides 3D Visualization ### Business highlights - 32 Verified Hires - Provides 3D Visualization Since 2007, Heather Vaughan Interior Design has been working with clients to achieve designs that feel perfectly custom. Understanding our clients needs and desires sets us apart as an award winning client-centered studio. We see every space as an opportunity to tell a unique story incorporating our clients' passions, tastes, travels, and heirlooms. Our clients are our partners in design. They're looking for an in-depth approach, including collaborative sourcing trips and hands-on selection of fabrics and finishes. We are a full-service design studio working with our clients from the idea phase through to the finishing touches. We manage the design process using material presentations aided by 3D modeling while handling all of the project details. Tapping our network of artisans, vendors, and skilled tradespeople, we complete the creative vision. ### Services Provided - Interior Design - Kitchen Design - Bathroom Design - Living Room Design - Bedroom Design - Color Consulting - Space Planning - Furniture Selection - Kids Bedroom Design - Dining Room Design - Custom Cabinets - Lighting Design - Custom Kitchen Cabinets - Home Office Design & Construction - Entry Design - Design Consultation - Custom Built-ins - Floor Plans - Playroom Design - Project Management - Custom Bathroom Vanities - Custom Furniture - Laundry Room Design - Mudroom Design - Nursery Design - Custom Blinds & Shades - Custom Home Bars - Art Selection - Guesthouse Design & Construction - Closet Design - Outdoor Kitchen Design - 3D Rendering - Basement Design - Custom Bookcases - Custom Walk-in Closets - Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) - Custom Entertainment Centers - Custom Rugs - Custom Fireplace Mantels - Home Theater Design - Wine Cellar Design - Custom Shelving - Custom Pantries - Downsizing - Custom Table - Attic Conversion - Custom Beds - Custom Storage - Custom Murphy Beds - Garage Design ### Areas Served - Boston - Cambridge - Newton - Brookline - Jamaica Plain - Natick - Lexington - Needham - Wellesley - Belmont - Scituate - Concord - Duxbury - Dover - Auburndale - Manchester by-the-Sea - Newton Center - Newton Lower Falls - Newtonville ### Typical Job Cost $50,000 - $500,000 ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Heather Vaughan Design | | Address | 273 Auburn Street, Newton, Massachusetts 02466, United States | | Phone | (857) 234-1098 | | Website | http://heathervaughandesign.com | | Followers on Houzz | 368 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/HeatherVaughanDesign - X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/HeatherVaughanD - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-vaughan-948a9250 - Blog — https://www.heathervaughandesign.com/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Heather Vaughan Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/heather-vaughan-design-pfvwus-pf~2113948012) - **Website:** http://heathervaughandesign.com - **Phone:** (857) 234-1098 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Featured in Better Homes and Gardens, New England Home, The Boston Globe, Boston.com, and Boston Home. - Best of Houzz 2025 - Design - Best of Houzz 2017 - Customer Service Award - Best of Houzz 2016 - Customer Service Award - Best of Houzz 2015 - Customer Service Award - **Best of Houzz:** 6 awards (2015–2025), for Design, Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 41 reviews** ### Reviews **★★★★★ — colleen stanton, July 2018** > Don't look any further in the Boston area for a design professional. I initially contacted Heather Vaughan as I found her portfolio of completed design jobs so eclectic. Her rooms range from elegant Hollywood glamorous, beach house casual, to funky vibrant. To me this showed her ability to listen to the client and to be inspired by their vision. I was right! > In addition, Heather was always reachable, reliably on time and responds very quickly to any question. > Although my job was small, Heather made me feel like a valuable and important client. > I will recommend her to friends and family and call Heather again when we move house. **Comment from Heather Vaughan Design:** > Colleen, thank you so much for your kind words! It was really great working with you and hope to again soon! **★★★★★ — Maggie McCarthy, Dec. 2017** > Heather has been fabulous to work with. We are just getting started with my house and she has been able to break down and set expectations for each project to make it feel less overwhelming but still extremely exciting. She also works within your timeline for specific needs and budget. My favorite part has been the unexpected choices I have made on rugs and fabrics as that is exactly why I wanted to hire a professional - to bring out my own style in unique, but timeless ways and Heather executes this perfectly. **★★★★★ — Lori S, Dec. 2017** > I have LOVED working with Heather! She has converted my small city condo from a tired, poorly-built mishmash into an elegant and functional living space while still managing to inject the sense of art and whimsy I craved. Classy AND funky! I wanted a home that would look beautiful but not out of a catalog, that would look luxurious but didn't make you afraid to put your feet up, that would be colorful without making you blind or dizzy. She not only met all of those expectations but has exceeded them. Even if I could have imagined what my home would become before we began -- which I couldn't -- I wouldn't have known how to bring that vision to fruition. Heather's creativity and experience made it all extremely doable. Throughout the project she has exhibited professionalism with a high standard of excellence for her own work as well as the contractors and vendors she refers. She has been a great project manager cracking the whip with contractors and following up with fabricators/craftsmen so everything comes together. I have also enjoyed her willingness to work collaboratively with me -- 'cause I am an admitted control freak when it comes to my home -- and I feel truly fortunate to have found her. I wouldn't recommend hiring a designer the way I did (I liked her portfolio here on Houzz and hired her without even checking a reference) but DO hire Heather! Here's the scope of the project: bathroom gutted and redone; absolutely everything (other than toilet and light fixtures) custom made for the space; some kitchen cabinets repainted, everything else replaced with custom work; new coat closet and large built-in where none existed before; repainted existing table and chairs; new custom furniture throughout living room (included incorporating silk I dyed into one of the pieces (What?! Who would think to do that? Or know how?!); converted guest bedroom into art studio including multiple built-ins and accommodating for open flames and ventilation; new window treatments throughout; new and expanded back deck; and an amazing accent wall in the master bedroom inspired by Heather, hand-painted mostly by me with colors selected and blended by her, which...much to both of our surprise...is "beyond Beyond!" And this is really just a partial list. We've touched almost every surface in the house. This project isn't quite finished yet but we're getting close. As anxious as I am to get these contractors (and the dust!) out of my house, I'm a little sad this project is coming to an end. It's really been a great experience. **★★★★★ — Lee Ann Michelson, Dec. 2017** > We have the highest praise for Heather Vaughan Design. We originally asked Heather to help us redesign our living/dining room in our Boston condo. We are amazed at how beautifully our living/dining room has been transformed to become even better than we imagined. As a result of that terrific outcome, we plan to continue working with Heather Vaughan Design on the kitchen, bathrooms, and bedrooms. > From the first meeting with Heather, we knew she would be a great match for us. She listened well and offered creative, innovative ideas that reflected her excellent understanding of space, color, and texture. Heather is enthusiastic, professional, and practical and her wonderful sense of humor has made the decision making process especially enjoyable. > We are very appreciative of Heather and her colleague Monica for their immediate responsiveness to any difficulties that can come up with vendors, and their taking responsibility to make sure we are happy with everything. > Heather has also been very flexible and understanding throughout the design process. Right before the scheduled work was to begin, we had to put the project on hold for several months due to my needing emergency surgery and a long recovery. Despite this, Heather managed to reschedule everything seamlessly. > We are so pleased that we found Heather Vaughan Design (via Houzz!) and are enthusiastically anticipating our continued work together. **Comment from Heather Vaughan Design:** > Thank you so much, Lee Ann! We have loved working with your and Alan and cannot believe the transformation of the space!!! We are so glad you love your new look! **★★★★★ — David Sanik, Nov. 2016** > I have been doing work for Heather Vaughan Design for a while now. She and her associates are very knowledgeable and easy to work with. The projects we work on together are very well designed and they are always looking to get the best product for their clients. I would recommend them highly. **Comment from Heather Vaughan Design:** > Thanks so much, David! You have so much talent and eye for even the smallest details, we couldn't imagine doing any of these projects without you! **★★★★★ — User, Nov. 2016** > Heather and her team helped update my home and make it feel like what I had envisioned in my mind. She brought my dreams to reality and not only made it more beautiful but more usable. We use and enjoy every room. She made the whole process fun and easy. **Comment from Heather Vaughan Design:** > Thank you so much, Lisa! You're an absolute joy to work with and we're so happy that you and the family can enjoy all of your beautiful spaces! **★★★★★ — Nicole Glick, Nov. 2016** > From the moment of our initial contact, Heather and her team put us at ease with their warmth and interest in truly understanding our goals and our style. At our first face-to-face meeting, Heather brought sample materials for our basement project that completely fit with the look we were seeking. All of our subsequent meetings have continued in this manner. She just seems to "get" us and has a wealth of knowledge and experience to share. We admittedly struggle with making decisions and Heather is so patient and supportive of our approach. Monica provides the most amazing CAD visuals which have been so helpful throughout our work together. Heather and her team have also collaborated seamlessly with our contractor and other specialists. Our basement project turned out more beautifully than we could have imagined. We are so thrilled to continue our work with Heather Vaughan Design, as we finish our mudroom, redesign our family room and update virtually all areas of our home. She has truly made this experience so exciting and enjoyable! **Comment from Heather Vaughan Design:** > Nikki, you are too sweet. Thank you so much! And thank you for being such amazing co-collaborators. The designs we have all had part in are incredibly breathtaking, and we can't wait for you to love all of your other spaces as much as you love these. **★★★★★ — Jessica Duffy, Nov. 2016** > Heather and her team are consummate professionals. They approach each new project with the utmost attention to detail to ensure their client's goals are achieved in the finished space. They are well skilled at interpreting a client's vision to expertly guide them throughout the design process, often introducing them to new and innovative design solutions along the way. The result, a beautiful yet functional space which represents a successful collaboration between the two. **Comment from Heather Vaughan Design:** > You certainly help us get there! Thank you so much for your kind words! Everything you show us is spot on and fabulous, as are you! **★★★★★ — David Ries, Nov. 2016** > I am a general contractor that had the pleasure of working with Heather Vaughn Design and her team. They work tirelessly to make the customer and contractor feel confident about the project at hand. They are always a phone call away....The products they choose are dynamite and make the project accents pop! Look forward to working with them in the near future again. **Comment from Heather Vaughan Design:** > Thank you, David! HVD absolutely loves working and collaborating with you! You're always there to tell us when/if our crazy ideas are possible and make the process effortless. **★★★★★ — Amy Grady, Nov. 2016** > Heather and her team are an absolute pleasure to work with! Heather has an amazing creative energy and design sensibility that is contagious. She brings a sense of fun and excitement to all of her projects along with incredible insight and professionalism. > A truly amazing design professional. **Comment from Heather Vaughan Design:** > Amy, thank you! You always bring us materials we fall in love with! You know us to well! **★★★★★ — Design Within Reach, Nov. 2016** > Heather's team was great to work with. They had a clear vision and I enjoyed helping them find a solution to fulfill it. **Comment from Heather Vaughan Design:** > Thank you so much! We love your stuff and appreciate all of the help you provided us with to accomplish our design goals **★★★★★ — Design Upholstery Inc office 508 875 0099, Nov. 2016** > Talented designer . Fun and excited to work with on different projects. Quick turn around pays special attention to fine detail so all client are happy . Would recommend Heather Vaughan Design at all times. > Great work. **Comment from Heather Vaughan Design:** > Thank you so much! The work we produce together is nothing short of amazing. Thank you for helping us achieve the impossible! ## Selected projects - [Temple](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/temple-pj-vj~7451409) - Location: Wellesley, MA - Photos: 7 - [Huntington](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/huntington-pj-vj~7451432) - Location: Newton, MA - Photos: 8 - [Troy](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/troy-pj-vj~2191226) - Location: Newton, MA - Photos: 12 - [Woodland](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/woodland-pj-vj~2191168) - Location: Brookline, MA - Photos: 16 - [Pine Ridge](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pine-ridge-pj-vj~7451463) - Location: Newton, MA - Photos: 10 - [Inis](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/inis-pj-vj~7451467) - Location: Newton, MA - Photos: 21 - [Surfside](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/surfside-pj-vj~2191186) - Location: Scituate, MA - Photos: 21 - [Coachman](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/coachman-pj-vj~2191151) - Location: Shrewsbury, MA - Photos: 9 - [Trinity](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/trinity-pj-vj~2191218) - Location: Boston, MA - Photos: 15 [See all 9 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/heather-vaughan-design-pfvwus-pf~2113948012) ## Ideabooks - [Waban](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/122176715/list/waban) — 17 ideas - [Kim & Phillip](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/102672299/list/kim-phillip) — 4 ideas - [Maggie Office](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/101916267/list/maggie-office) — 6 ideas - [Sheena Primary](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/87322014/list/sheena-primary) — 7 ideas - [Lori](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/86300638/list/lori) — 1 idea - [LeeAnn](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/79646684/list/leeann) — 18 ideas - [Kat](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/77285759/list/kat) — 5 ideas - [Nikki & Geoff](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/46472829/list/nikki-geoff) — 68 ideas - [Lydia and Nick](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/58166297/list/lydia-and-nick) — 35 ideas - [Lisa](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/41580110/list/lisa) — 7 ideas - [Sue](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/56955077/list/sue) — 16 ideas - [andrea/c's bath](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/39721115/list/andrea-c-s-bath) — 32 ideas - [mira](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/45782293/list/mira) — 1 idea - [g and J](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/39334819/list/g-and-j) — 49 ideas - [Great ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/33792241/list/great-ideas) — 3 ideas - [varda](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/34110319/list/varda) — 25 ideas - [A @ the trinity](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/30636042/list/a-the-trinity) — 56 ideas - [andrea's master](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/39721358/list/andrea-s-master) — 1 idea - [Surfside](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/5819381/list/surfside) — 28 ideas - [K.S.](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/20269787/list/k-s) — 6 ideas [See all 22 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/heathervaughandesign) ## Community Q&A **Q: where can I find that lovely wallpaper?** *(in Photo Questions)* For a bedroom A: Thank you ! It’s from Osbourne and Little. **Q: this home is so fun!** *(in Photo Questions)* I love the carpet on the stairs. Can you please share the manufacturer and name? Thank you :) A: Hi ! It’s a wool and silk custom carpet that we had made for this space. Thank you ! **Q: Beautiful table...where is it from?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Hi ! The table is from Grange Furniture ! Thank you, Heather **Q: Love this room! Can you tell me where the rug was purchased?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Hi ! Thank you for your interest , the rug is custom made for this client. Heather **Q: Love the paint color in the bedroom and the living room. What are they** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Thank you ! The walls are actually a wallpaper. It’s a soft metallic lavender blue. I’m sorry that I can’t give you an actual paint color. Heather **Q: Where is the bed/ headboard from?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Hi ! The upholstered bed ( headboard and 3 rails ) are custom made. Thank you ! --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-21.*