House of Heacock is a design firm led by a sixth-generation Californian, specializing in coastal, historic and mid-century modern interiors. Rooted in San Diego heritage, the studio creates thoughtful spaces with good intentions that honor craftsmanship and lived history.

Curriculum Vitae

Megan Heacock White

Founder & Principal Designer, House of Heacock®

San Diego, California

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Architectural Digest AD PRO Directory Featured Designer

Professional Summary

Megan Heacock White is a sixth-generation San Diegan and founder of House of Heacock®, an

interior and product design studio renowned for its signature California Coastal Ranch aesthetic.

With over 20 years of experience, she creates warm, organic, timeless spaces that blend natural

materials, custom craftsmanship, and thoughtful restraint. Her work spans residential and

commercial interiors, furniture design, and product collections for leading brands.

House of Heacock® operates three divisions:

• House of Heacock Design® – full-service interior design for residential and commercial

clients

• House of Heacock® Trade – trade and brokerage services for other designers and brands

• House of Heacock® Decor – custom furniture and home décor designed by Megan and

crafted with local artisans

Professional Experience

Founder & Principal Designer

House of Heacock®, San Diego, CA

2007 – Present

• Pioneered the studio’s signature California Coastal Ranch / Mid-Century Modern

aesthetic rooted in family heritage.

• Leads full-service interior design from concept to execution for private residences,

commercial spaces, and hospitality projects.

• Designs and produces custom furniture and home furnishings in collaboration with local

craftsmen.

• Provides trade sourcing and brokerage services for other designers and brands.

Head of Product Design

Commune Design, Los Angeles, CA

2008–20162

• Built and led the product department, creating and overseeing more than a dozen co-

branded collections.

• Designed furniture, lighting, textiles, tile, flooring, and accessories for brands including

Christopher Farr, George Smith, Remains Lighting, Exquisite Surfaces, and Environment

Furniture.

• Work is installed in landmark hospitality projects including Ace Hotel Los Angeles, Ace

Hotel Durham, and Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica.

Furniture Designer & Design Assistant

San Francisco, CA

Designed and built custom furniture while assisting leading interior designers (including Gary

Hutton

Education

BFA, Interior Architecture & Furniture Design

California College of the Arts (CCA), San Francisco, CA

2004 – 2008

(Additional studies: UC Santa Cruz, 2002–2003)

Selected Projects & Features

Paseo Residence – Pacific Palisades, CA

A-frame hillside home with ocean and canyon views. Designed two art studios for the client-

artists, custom furniture, vaulted ceilings, Japanese-inspired primary bath, pool, and cedar hot

tub. Named Coastal Home of the Year 2025 by San Diego Magazine.

La Playa Residence – San Diego, CA

Complete renovation of a 1984 organic-architecture home by Scott Emsley. Balanced original

ribbed concrete with walnut/teak woods, custom glazing, limestone slabs, a one-of-a-kind teak

tub, and Megan’s own Commune ivory glazed tiles in the powder room. Featured in San Diego

Design Week 2021.

Sunset Cliffs Residence – San Diego, CA

Full renovation of a 1959 historical landmark by architect Lloyd Therkelsen. Updated all

finishes, kitchen, bathrooms, and electrical while preserving mid-century integrity.

Stratford Residence – Cardiff, CA

Respected original architecture with new flooring, woven wall textures, limestone slabs, and

continuation of iconic Kellogg wood light fixtures. (Architecture by Shanna Kellogg)

Claro Coffee – San Diego, CA

Third-wave coffee shop in the Morena District. Custom Claro Walnut build-out inspired by

George Nakashima. Featured in San Diego Design Week 2020, Eater San Diego, and San Diego

Reader.

Pimlico Residence – Rancho Santa Fe, CA

Full interior renovation adding woven wall coverings, custom rugs, organic fabrics, and custom

furnishings.

Box Canyon Residence – La Jolla, CA

Full interior and exterior renovation of a Mid-Century Modern investment property.

Cactus Hill Residence – San Diego, CA

Cozy family home embracing classic California ranch style with natural surroundings.

Fifth & Laurel Lobby (formerly Mister A’s) – San Diego, CA

Custom curved tufted sofa, Argentine cowhide rug, Stefan Bishop coffee table, Carl Hansen

chairs, and plant styling by Tend Living.

Commonwealth Restaurant – San Francisco, CA (2010)

Michelin-starred restaurant designed in collaboration with Council Design. Warm hickory

furniture and progressive California cuisine.

Additional projects (in progress or completed):

• Agate Residence (San Diego)

• Paradise Cove Trailer (Malibu)

• Unfold 01 + 01a (Cardiff, Developer: Unfold, Architecture: Shanna Kellogg)

• North Park Residence (San Diego)

• Commercial and product collaborations with Parachute, McGee & Co., Pottery Barn,

Williams Sonoma, West Elm, and dozens more.

Brands & Collaborations

Parachute • McGee & Co. • Pottery Barn • Williams Sonoma • West Elm • Christopher Farr •

George Smith • Remains Lighting • Exquisite Surfaces • Environment Furniture • Decorative

Carpets • Tend Living • Made Lumber • and many more.

Recognition

• Architectural Digest AD PRO Directory – Featured Designer

• San Diego Magazine – Coastal Home of the Year 2025 (Paseo)

• San Diego Design Week – Featured projects 2021 (La Playa) & 2020 (Claro Coffee)

View fullsize Working with the historic architecture, HoH® played with material blocking, balancing the glass walls with wood paneling and grass cloth. Interior Design by House of Heacock Photography by cparkphoto
View fullsize Our Sunset Cliffs project blends mid-century design with smart, modern updates. Interior Design by House of Heacock Photography by cparkphoto
View fullsize A full renovation of a Historical Landmark built in 1959 by architect Lloyd Therkelsen. HoH® worked closely with the client updating all the finishes, the kitchen, the bathrooms and the electrical system to be smart all while maintaining the inte
View fullsize Ways in which we display our client’s unique collections. Interior Design by House of Heacock. Photography by @olliepaterson_pics
View fullsize All of the cabinetry is custom, painted with Farrow and Ball and paired with oiled soapstone counters. Two skylights and large French doors were added to bring in more natural light and expand the view. Interior Design by House of Heacock. Photogra
View fullsize A cozy family home, perched on a hillside in South East San Diego, surrounded by cactus, mature oak trees and sweeping valley and mountain views. Our clients, a young stylish couple, relocating from New York, embraced the classic ranch-style aestheti
View fullsize The guest bedroom welcomes you with a fluffy bed and a custom Gregorius Pineo Moritz lounge chair. Interior Design by House of Heacock. Photography by @olliepaterson_pics .
View fullsize 18th century Gustavian chairs with Swedish craftsmanship guide you into the entry while David Silverstein’s rich paintings balance the light. Interior Design by House of Heacock. Photography by @olliepaterson_pics
View fullsize A full interior renovation for a dear client’s home nestled in the hills of Fairbanks Ranch. HoH® added warmth with layers of woven wall coverings, textured fabrics, decorative lighting and custom furnishings. Commissioned painting by Jay H