Quiet Luxury
Subtle architectural and interior details make a refined statement in a kitchen by C. Brandon Ingram Design and Courtney Giles Interiors
Inspired by a new Atlanta residenceās expansive bucolic setting and the homeownersā love for the equestrian lifestyle, architect Brandon Ingram of C. Brandon Ingram Design and Courtney Giles Decker of Courtney Giles Interiors translated a kitchen grounded in reserved elegance. āOur goal was to keep the interiors buttoned-up and refined, yet very approachable and comfortable,ā says Ingram. āItās not one single thing that screams out, itās the entire composition whispering at you.ā
The team worked in concert, bringing together the clientsā must-have desires and inspirations. āThey had many elements that they liked, but there was never one kitchen they wanted to replicate,ā says Decker. āBetween me, Brandon, and Kingdom Woodworks, we melded together all of the things they liked into this calming, beautiful kitchen.ā While the language of the architecture was kept quiet, rich details were woven throughout. Touches of brass hardware and sculptural fittings work in cohesive harmony with the millwork, cabinetry, and antique limestone flooring, and purposefully placed windows capture the light and the outdoors. āItās a layered feel, whether youāre looking out the windows or looking from the kitchen to the other interior spaces like the butlerās pantry,ā says Ingram.
Commanding the most attention, however, is a black metal range hood, which complements the handsome pantry nearby. āThis was a team effort. We all worked together for the right shape, finish, and brass band that ties in with the hardware and light fixtures,ā says Decker. The designer also dreamed up a striking fluted island for another special moment. The ultimate testament to their teamwork: the homeownersā reaction. āThey told us, āWeāve never seen a kitchen that we completely loved until we saw our own,āā says Ingram. āThatās an amazing compliment.ā
ARCHITECT Brandon Ingram, C. Brandon Ingram Design INTERIOR DESIGNER Courtney Giles Decker, Courtney Giles Interiors CABINETRY Marcel Olariu, Kingdom Woodworks HOOD Smithworks KITCHEN FAUCET House of Rohl LIGHT FIXTURESĀ The Urban Electric Co. COUNTER STOOLS Holland MacRae FLOORING MATERIAL Bespoke Stone + Tile COUNTERTOPS Ciot through Creative Stone BUTLER’S PANTRY PAINTĀ Sherwin-Williams Night Owl (50% formula)