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In this episode of At Home in Waterloo Region, Cher Goetz sits down with Jacklyn Warminton, founder and principal designer at Den1880, a lifestyle and design studio rooted in heritage, intentionality, and timeless aesthetic. Jackie shares how her journey from working in fashion in New York City led her back to the Waterloo Region, where she combined her love of design, storytelling, and connection to launch Den1880. The studio now creates bespoke interiors, lifestyle goods, and experiences that honour the old while embracing the new.

Jackie opens up about entrepreneurship, motherhood, and the quiet power of creating spaces that reflect who we truly are. Her story is one of bold pivots, creative courage, and building a brand that’s deeply aligned with values.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• [01:50] Jackie’s design roots, and how New York fashion laid the foundation for Den1880
• [07:30] Why she felt called to return to Kitchener and plant roots in her family’s 140-year-old home
• [14:10] The inspiration behind Den1880 and how heritage and simplicity guide her process
• [20:45] How motherhood has shaped her design lens and her approach to business
• [27:00] What it means to create intentional, soulful spaces—beyond the trends
• [33:40] The evolution of Den1880 from interiors to lifestyle products and community events
• [39:10] Jackie’s vision for what’s next and why local connection is always at the heart

Tune in for a thoughtful, beautifully grounded conversation about building something that lasts—creatively, personally, and professionally. Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a friend who loves good design and great stories.

Connect with Jackie:

Website: @den1880.co

Instagram: www.den1880.co

Let's Connect:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/at.home.co
Website: www.athomecompany.ca
Email Community: https://athomeco.myflodesk.com/podcast
Contact: hello@athomecompany.ca

Thank you to our Sponsors:

• Amanda Walczyk, Mortgage Agent | Level 2 license at Dominion Lending Centres National Ltd, FSRA #12360
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saltboxmortgage_agent
Contact: Amanda@saltboxmortgages.com
519.497.9256

• Den1880
Website: https://www.den1880.co
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/den1880.co