We are absolutely thrilled to welcome a truly iconic British designer to the show! Our guest today is Steven Rodel, Creative Director at one of the UK's most esteemed design practices, Guy Goodfellow. Guy Goodfellow is renowned for a deep knowledge of historic interiors, an impeccable eye for art and antiques, and a talent for creating homes that feel beautifully evolved.Steven brings a distinctly British perspective as he joins Caroline, Taryn, and Liz to talk about his recent London flat renovation and the secrets to achieving an authentic "English Country" look. He explains why rooms shouldn't feel "showy" or "themed," how to confidently display your personal style, and why every home needs a touch of eccentricity.Quick Decorating Takeaways: Embrace the Imperfect and Eccentric: An authentic, lived-in space requires a bit of eccentricity. Don't shy away from battered or worn antique pieces—like a well-loved games table that shows the history of how many games have been played on it. Avoid the "Themed" Look: A true English Country home balances heritage and comfort. The goal is to make a room feel like it has naturally evolved over the years, rather than looking like a stage set or a perfectly matched theme. Make the Hallway a Destination: If you have a long, dark, narrow hallway, don't just treat it as a pass-through space. Hang a gallery wall of personal photos to make people linger, use fun wallpaper, add sconces, and place a mirror at the very end to bounce natural light from adjacent rooms or skylights.What You’ll Hear on This Episode: Also Mentioned: Guy Goodfellow | Website  Shop Ballard DesignsPlease send in your questions so we can answer them on our next episode! And of course, subscribe to the podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you never miss an episode. You can always check back here to see new episodes, but if you subscribe, it’ll automatically download to your phone.Happy Decorating!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices