Michael S. Smith
Named seven times in Architectural Digest’s AD100 and appointed by President Obama to the Committee for the Preservation of the White House, Michael S. Smith is one of the U.S’s most celebrated interior designers. His signature blend of European Classicism and American Modernism, sharpened by a lifetime of studying and collecting, has shaped some of the most iconic rooms in the world.
American Interior Designer
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Learn the Magic of Decorating
From the historic rooms of the Obama White House to extraordinary private homes around the world, Michael S. Smith is known for his seamless blend of European Classicism and American Modernism. In his debut course, ‘Learn the Magic of Decorating’, he shares the ideas, instincts, and obsessions that have defined his signature style. Hear how he approaches each space as a narrative, creating something personal, magical, and enduring. Filmed in his own homes in Los Angeles and Mallorca, this is a rare invitation inside the mind of a true master and a philosophical guide to seeing your own home with fresh eyes.
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