Having decked out the homes of Steven Spielberg, Dustin Hoffman, Michelle Pfeiffer, Cindy Crawford and Rupert Murdoch, it's hardly surprising that the world's most powerful couple chose Santa Monica-based Michael S Smith as the man for the job. Known for using antiques in a modern, airy way, the designer is set to meet with the President and the First Lady later this month, where they will discuss exactly how he will transform the private quarters of the White House into something a little more befitting of the thoroughly modern Obama family. Michelle Obama said; "Michael shares my vision for creating a family-friendly feel to our new home and incorporating some new perspectives from some of America's greatest artists and designers." Michael himself said; "The family's casual style, their interest in bringing 20th-century American artists to the forefront and utilising affordable brands and products will serve as our guiding principles as we make the residence feel like their home." Something of a celebrity in the design world, Michael has built on his success as a designer by adding a range of branded products to his portfolio, including rugs, tiles, furniture and lighting fixtures. While his signature style is traditional, he's well-known for adding punches of modernity to classic set-ups - exactly what the White House needs.
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