Through a Designer's Eye: A Focus on Interiors

There's a real sense of the author/artist's lens, both in the unfussy elegant comfortable interiors, and in the stunning snapshots of nature and urban life from around the world in Matthew's personal photography.

I really enjoy this book. It requires a bit more time reading than many design books, but the text is thought-provoking and provides a lot of "food for thought".There are 5 main sections: The Hand, History, Surroundings, Drama, and Atmosphere. Each of these starts with text describing how the designer uses these design processes and the photos exemplify that concept. The sections are then broken out further into two sub-chapters. The first is a project that further illustrates the concept. The second portion is a page with photos that adds further thought: personal details, threads of time, the French connection, sight lines, and transformations.The book has great illustrations of the projects as well as the designer's personal photos showing that inspiration comes from all over. I really enjoyed this book and it is nice to have a glimpse into the designer's eye.

I am loving this new book by Matthew Smyth. The photographs and interiors are gorgeous. But more than that the narrative woven through drew me in. His attention to detail, history, and story, and how that forms a perfect interior, individual to each client with their unique personality and traits is a captivating read. Enchantingly written, I highly recommend "Through a Designer's Eye".I'd like to be transported right now to the cozy interior he describes of his future dream house, off the rugged coast of Ireland.

An absolutely beautiful book! Every interior featured is impeccably curated, comfortable & chic. I have had the pleasure of knowing Matthew and admiring his extraordinary talent for many years. I am so thrilled to have his gorgeous and informative monograph in my library...it is a must have for all lovers and scholars of fine interior design.

This is Matthew’s second book; it is wonderful and includes his photography-adding another dimension to his amazing design talent. His work is evocative and complete with descriptions of why he made his design decisions- he really tells a story and this draws the reader in. Highly recommend this beautiful book!

A perfect gift for someone who has discriminating taste.