
Contemporary Country
Elegant design, crafted for
life on the land.
StudioFAB creates timeless interiors for rural estates, boutique retreats and lifestyle homes across Australia and beyond.

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Mathew Dalby was born in the Yorkshire Dales, where the rugged beauty of the landscape instilled in him a lifelong affinity for natural materials in their purest form. Stone, timber, and light have remained the foundation of his design language—an approach that balances restraint with timeless elegance.
With over 30 years honing his craft across construction, interiors, and architecture, Mathew has developed a rare depth of knowledge. He understands not only the tactile qualities of texture, form, and materiality, but also the subtler layers of temperature, atmosphere, and rhythm that transform buildings into living, breathing spaces. His work reflects an intuitive grasp of how spaces feel as much as how they look.
Mathew’s career has spanned the globe, from the Yorkshire countryside to London’s Mayfair, Miami, Hong Kong, and Sydney. He has collaborated with cultural icons, shaped luxury hotels and residences, and led award-winning projects recognised for both design innovation and market impact. Whether crafting boutique retreats or landmark residences, his focus remains on creating sanctuaries of enduring beauty—spaces that connect people to place through elegance, warmth, and authenticity.
Today, Mathew continues to redefine contemporary luxury, weaving heritage and modernity into every project.