"A master of design metaphors, he mixes them in his own inimitable way." ~"Veranda"
.,."an impressive collection of the sophisticated and comfortable interiors he is well known for." "~Western Interiors and Design"
"Gorgeous photos take you into each home, and the elegant writing of House Beautiful's Christine Pittel creates a dialog between the reader and designer. You feel as though you are sitting with him, and he is telling you these stories." ~Stylebeat.com
.,."shares generous and thoughtful advice on ways to achieve his signature look." ~"Florida InsideOut
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.,."book feels like an extended issue of "Architectural Digest," and, like that magazine, it leaves you with a mix of envy and desire." ~"The Washington Post
""[Book] has a soulful edge... And although Smith is known for using high-end fabrics and fine antiques, his interiors are enduring, flexible, and never need to be "updated." So, in a way, there is something frugal and very real about them." ~Style Court Blog