Every holiday season, Oakville comes alive with familiar traditions, from the tree lighting downtown to neighbourhood streets glowing with festive lights. One event, however, has become a favourite for residents who love design, architecture, and a chance to support local charities: the Oakville Holiday Home Tour organized by St. Andrews.
Running for more than four decades, this tour invites the community to step inside a curated selection of homes decorated for the season. Eight homes across Central Oakville, Old Oakville, Southwest Oakville, and West Oakville participated in 2025, each offering a different take on holiday styling and reflecting the character of its neighbourhood. With designers contributing to every stop, the tour has evolved into a snapshot of Oakville’s design culture as much as a festive outing.
This year, one of the featured homes belonged to an agent with the Goodale Miller Team. The residence, a recently completed custom build in Central Oakville, stood out not only for its architecture but also for the thoughtful way it embraced seasonal decorating. As a team deeply rooted in Oakville’s neighbourhoods, GMT was proud to see one of its own homes included in this long-standing community event.
The homeowners partnered with Sheridan Nurseries to style the home for the tour, choosing a natural and cohesive approach that felt true to the home’s design. The home itself was designed by Keeren Design Inc. and built in 2023 by Butler and Lowe Inc., a local builder who also completed another stop on this year’s tour. Their work, combined with Sheridan Nurseries’ holiday styling, created a cohesive look that resonated with visitors. While the seasonal décor offered a moment of inspiration, the experience also highlighted the craftsmanship and planning that shape many of Oakville’s custom homes.
Beyond the design and architecture, the tour continues to make a meaningful contribution to the community. Proceeds support several local organizations, including Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital, Kerr Street Mission, Fareshare Food Bank, Home Suite Hope, Canine Vision Canada, and Ian Anderson House. Each year, the event raises funds for initiatives that directly affect families across Oakville.
“The tour has become a lens into Oakville’s culture, showcasing the town’s strongest examples of how architecture, design, and philanthropy intersect. The range of homes highlight how quality construction remains central to Oakville’s identity.” — the Goodale Miller Team
Another hallmark of the Home Tour is the range of designers involved. Each stop on the route is styled by a different firm or design professional, offering visitors a variety of perspectives and ideas. This year’s lineup included Debeck Interiors Inc., Baudit Interior Design, Studio E, Lucy Lennox Interiors, Lisa Gray, Hali MacDonald Interiors, RP Design, and Sheridan Nurseries. Their collective effort transformed the event into a town-wide celebration of creativity.
With its blend of beautiful homes, charity support, and design inspiration, the Oakville Holiday Home Tour continues to be one of the town’s most-loved traditions. Whether residents joined for décor ideas, neighbourhood exploration, or simply the festive atmosphere, the 2025 tour offered something for everyone.
For the full story and complete photo gallery of the Central Oakville home, visit the Goodale Miller Team blog: goodalemillerteam.com/blog/oakville-holiday-home-tour-custom-home
