Other Lives, Other Stories: Interior Portraits

With a career spanning thirty-five years, Irish photographer Simon Watson is regarded as one of the most respected interior photographers of our time. In this book, he draws on his archives to reveal a wide range of spaces he has photographed. From the vibrant textures of Egypt, India, Morocco and Tunisia to the refined elegance of Denmark, France, Italy and Spain, Watson’s lens captures both the intimate character of private homes and the grandeur of architecturally significant sites of cultural importance.

His selection includes atmospheric spaces such as Grundtvig’s Church, a masterpiece of Danish Expressionist brick architecture; the imposing, futuristic-style post office in Palermo; the opulent Lakshmi Vilas Palace in India; and the richly decorated architecture and spellbinding beauty of the City of the Dead in Cairo.

These interiors are complemented by glimpses into the studios and homes of renowned artists, revealing the environments that shaped their creative worlds. For each project, Watson offers in-depth written reflections, and his descriptions blend anecdotal accounts with observations on architectural form and interior design.