The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation Names Heidi Caillier Designer in Residence

The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation named AD100 designer Heidi Caillier as its third Designer in Residence. 

In this prestigious role, Caillier will reimagine the interiors of the historic Charlton House, the 18th-century dwelling on Colonial Williamsburg’s historic campus that served as the home of Edward Charlton, wigmaker and barber.

As Designer in Residence, Caillier will decorate the storied Charlton House, which dates to before 1772. Known for reinventing tradition to create beautiful, enduring interiors, Caillier draws on antiques, heirlooms, and handcrafted pieces, celebrating patina and imperfection. 

Designer in Residence is a collaborative initiative established in 2019 by Williamsburg, the licensing brand of Colonial Williamsburg, which celebrates the historic and iconic design influence of the largest living-history museum in the United States. 

The program emphasizes the relevance of historic buildings and décor to today’s interiors and envisions an inspired blend of the past and present.

Paint colors from the Benjamin Moore Williamsburg Paint Color Collection—144 curated historic colors rooted in the artifacts and homes of Colonial Williamsburg —will be featured throughout the home. 

Schumacher is the fabric sponsor for the program and the licensed partner for the Williamsburg x Schumacher collection. Fabrics from the collection will be featured throughout Caillier’s design.

“I’m thrilled for the opportunity to design the historic Charlton House. Having grown up on the East Coast, I feel a personal connection to Colonial Williamsburg, and I’m honored to collaborate with a team that shares such a deep respect for history and craft,” said Caillier.

Kiri Franco, Colonial Williamsburg’s director of brand and licensing, commented, “Heidi is a visionary with a deep appreciation for history and tradition, making her a natural fit for this program. We’re excited to see how she interprets the Charlton House and brings its story to life, particularly around such milestone anniversaries — 2026 marks the 250th anniversary of the United States, Colonial Williamsburg’s centennial, and 90 years of the Williamsburg licensing program.”