Carolyn Wilbrink has a tight emotional bond with Ontario Farmhouses; she grew up on her family farm, lives in one of her own now and breathes new life into family and friends' farmhouses.

Carolyn Wilbrink and Billy Pearson show off their interior design and carpentry skills on Farmhouse Facelift.

Growing up a farmer’s daughter, Carolyn Wilbrink was raised with an innate sense of drive, work ethic, and persistence – qualities that are evident in her extensive design career. But one quality, more unmistakable than any, is Carolyn’s passion. And I know this firsthand.

Our cover showcases Carolyn Wilbrink (designer) and brother Billy Pearson (craftsman contractor) from the new series Farmhouse Facelift on HGTV Canada. Read more about their journey of tackling the toughest farmhouse renovations throughout Ontario!

When Carolyn Wilbrink and her husband Craig bought a 150-year-old farmhouse in Burford, Ont., she understood there would be surprises hiding behind the walls.

Designer-homeowner Carolyn Wilbrink’s renovations and decorations for the exterior of the 1843-built Gothic Revival farmhouse include a metal roof, a custom-stained deck, trimmed and painted millwork posts, custom windows, an outdoor dining set with metal dining chairs and wicker armchairs from Ikea.

Designer Carolyn Wilbrink celebrates her family’s farming past in a thoughtful reno of an 1843 heritage home.