Written by Natalie Aldridge.

Meet Bradley Odom, a master of transformation who infuses life into interiors across the nation with his distinctive ethos—a seamless blend of the “raw and refined.” From intricate renovations to ground-up constructions, Bradley’s interiors embody innovative beauty and timeless style, always with a touch of the unexpected. Think a disco ball perfectly placed within an elegant sunroom.

Bradley’s journey into design began in the heart of Mississippi, where he immersed himself in his grandfather’s upholstery shop, discovering the essence of quality craftsmanship. This early exposure sparked a love for design that would later define his career. After shaping visual aesthetics for international apparel and home furnishing brands, Bradley took a leap of faith and returned to school, honing his skills at the prestigious Savannah College of Art and Design. In 2015, he launched Bradley Odom Interior Design and Dixon Rye in Atlanta’s bustling design district.

At Dixon Rye, Bradley has crafted a shop that Architectural Digest lauds as one of America’s Most Beautiful Home Stores. His bi-annual sourcing adventures whisk him around the globe, uncovering antiques and rare treasures from places like France, Italy, and Africa. These incredible finds not only enhance his own projects but also grace designers’ creations nationwide.

Welcome, Bradley!

Q: When did you know you wanted to pursue a career in interior design?

A: Honestly, it was a winding path towards interior design. I’ve always been extremely design motivated and passionate about aesthetics, but I didn’t make a decision to go after my interior design career goal until I was in my forties. I had spent my entire career in the design world with brands like J.Crew and West Elm, but it wasn’t until I decided to go back to school at SCAD to get an interior design degree that I knew exactly what was next for me.

Q: Tell us a bit about your career path. Did you take a traditional path to becoming an interior designer?

A: Definitely not! I started my career in retail, followed by creative directing at some global brands, deeply within the corporate sphere. It took a real leap of faith to leave that behind and pursue interior design, as well as opening my own retail shop. 

Q: How do you define your style?  

A: Textured, curated and well edited. I don’t really like to lock myself into a category of traditionalism or modern. Every room I design has aspects of many different design styles. It creates an amazing tension that gives a room both balance and interest. It really takes a well-trained and editing eye to pull it off, but when done well, a space really begins to feel singular and unique.

Q: Who are your top five interior designers (past/present)?

A: Billy Baldwin was absolutely brilliant. I love Vincenzo De Cotiis. No one does a kitchen like Steven Gambrel. Hugo Toro is killing it. I like people who put their own stamp on design and Axel def did that.

Q: What drew you to develop Dixon Rye?  

A: I did and still do see Dixon Rye as a place I can show my artistic and creative expression of myself. I’ve always wanted to explore an aesthetic that I thought was underrepresented – a mix of the raw and refined, an emphasis on luxury’s humble origins, with its roots in the South. In that, I knew we could have a great retail experience showing wares from all over the world and focusing on who and where things were made, but all while doing beautiful design work and creating the products we felt were missing from the market.

Q:  Where do you enjoy sourcing antiques and art? 

A: I love Belgium. Literally everything about it. It’s such an inspiration for me. I equally love the markets in the South of France. 

Q: What is one fail-safe design element that every room should have?

A: Damn good lighting—invest in it!!

Q: What is your favorite design or coffee table book? 

A: Lalanne is one I could go back to over and over again. I also love Ralph Lauren’s book—what an inspiring story about building an iconic brand.

Q: Do you have any favorite “movie houses” and how have they inspired you?

A: George’s house in Tom Ford’s A Single Man. I never tire of that house.

Q: What are you currently working on that we can look forward to in the coming months?

A: So much! I’m excited about a residential project in Atlanta we’re kicking off—it’s a 1929 Schutze house. I find that starting with a historical house with incredible bones can be so inspiring and lead to really incredible work. But we also have some really exciting partnerships happening. You’ll be able to see my collection soon in L’Atelier Paris Haute Design showrooms. We’re really excited to showcase our own designs in ranges, range hoods, hardware and cabinetry.

For additional information, please visit Bradley Odom Interior Design and follow @bradley.odom Instagram for ongoing inspiration! Make sure to check out Dixon Rye as well for incredible decor finds.

x Natalie

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