Why the Brits Enjoy Their Homes More Than Americans

After returning from a deeply inspiring trip to London, where I was immersed in British craftsmanship and design culture, I found myself thinking about how differently we approach decorating in the UK versus the US.

The British emphasis on creativity, comfort, patina, and lived-in beauty feels closely aligned with my Slow Style philosophy, especially when contrasted with America’s fixation on trends, perfection, and convenience.

I devote a podcast episode to exploring several fears getting in our way. The fear of:

• trying to be creative with what we already have when it’s easier to buy new stuff

• imperfection, which strips our homes of character and soul

• maintenance, often pulling us away from natural materials, meaningful objects, and the joy of caring for what we own

To bring these ideas into practice, I invite you to step away from algorithms and quick fixes and instead create a tangible, real-life vision board for your home—one rooted in personal experience, inspiration, and the kind of life you want to live there.

(If you’d like to hear more info on how to create a vision board, I talk about it toward the end of the podast epsiode).