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Brad Oldham
Artist and Designer

Brad Oldham is a sculptor with the mind of an engineer who enjoys creating artistic, useful pieces. Oldham established his stand-alone company, Brad Oldham, Inc., in 1998 to design and produce architectural features, lights, hardware, tile and sculpture for hotels, restaurants, upscale residences and projects undergoing historic restoration. As a result of his time in the Middle East and Europe, combined with the bravado of growing up in Texas, Oldham learned early the value of bringing unique perspectives into his life and work. He brought his fine metalworking skills to the family’s business, L-7, and then oversaw his brother, Todd’s,
couture and bridge lines for eight years.

In 2002, Oldham joined forces with Phoenix I Restoration & Construction to launch a new division called Phoenix I Studios. This industry-first division broke new ground in historical restoration by providing custom-design accessories for commercial and residential projects. Oldham has worked on the renovation of more than a dozen Texas courthouses as well as National Historic Landmark projects such as Fair Park in Dallas. Oldham’s custom art and products have been featured on “Good Morning America” and in Architectural Digest, Better Homes & Gardens, Veranda, House & Garden, The Dallas Morning News, and other national and local publications.

In 2003, Oldham was honored with The Craft Award from Preservation Dallas for his dedication to preserving Dallas landmarks, and three years later, with The Rising Star Award in Homes and Interiors from Fashion Group International.