Martin Smith's research and sculpture are concerned with people’s perception and interpretation of space and objects. He undertakes architectural commissions that interact with their given space and the viewer through mechanical movement. Alongside this work, his practice is also concerned with making kinetic devices that investigate themes of humour, nonsense, and futility. These utopian objects and spaces are what currently drive his work forward. Smith is also the Co-Founder and Art Director of the kinetic design label, Laikingland.