Open Season

One family finds comfort amid the vineyards of California's majestic wine country.

- Kelly Allen

"It's not always our vision, but the vision of the area that speaks to us," designer Marshall Watson explains. For the St. Helena, California, vacation home of some longtime clients, that meant devising a modern, barn-style structure that's truly one with its idyllic setting and infused with plenty of wine country charm.

"The vineyards are right out their back door, front door, and on both sides," the designer says. "Beyond, you can see the Mayacamas Mountains and the Sierras. They're nestled in this little haven; it's very comforting."