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Today we are thrilled to welcome Georgia-native Brandon Ingram to the show. Brandon is a Georgia Tech alum and two-time winner of the prestigious Philip Shutze Award for Excellence in Classical Design from the Institute of Classical Architecture and Art (ICAA). In 2012 he founded C. Brandon Ingram design; a full-service residential design firm specializing in custom homes, renovations, and architectural interiors. His work has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Southern Living, House Beautiful, Traditional Home, and more. Brandon has a special ability to craft homes that are rooted in history but also unique and of their time. He flawlessly weaves a sense of charm and familiarity through his use of subtle details. Brandon shares with us his best advice for giving a new build charm and character.\n\nWhat You\u2019ll Hear on This Episode:\n\nBrandon fell in love with classical architecture as a child in South Georgia.\n\nWhy Brandon advises clients to dig into their feelings and nostalgia when searching for a design style.\n\nHow true to the original design style of a house do you need to stay?\n\nHow to pick the moldings and other features that stay true to the house.\n\nWhat Brandon recommends for reviving a 90\u2019s architecture house.\n\nBrandon recommends using Get Your House Right as a guide to working with your home\u2019s architecture.\n\nWhat materials you should prioritize when budgeting for a new build.\n\nWhat works more often than not when choosing lighting for a new build?\n\nWhat impact has Graceland had on Brandon\u2019s personal design?\n\nWhy it\u2019s important to have an expert help you to preserve the POV of the house.\n\nBrandon\u2019s simple details are what keep his designs classic.\n\nWhat led Brandon to creating house plans?\n\nWhat is the advantage of working with an official house plan vs. just working with a builder?\n\nWhat is Brandon\u2019s favorite style?\n\nOutdoor living spaces have become a big focus in-home designs.\n\nAre people still having large primary bedrooms including sitting areas?\n\nWhy Brandon doesn\u2019t want to see traditional dining rooms go away but rather serve as multifunctional spaces.\n\n\nMentioned in This Episode:\n\nC. Brandon Ingram Design\n\nC. Brandon Ingram on Instagram\n\nGet Your House Right