Interior designer · Mableton, GA · reviewed since 2018
iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 59%88+51.7Reliability 26%77+20.1Value 15%95+14.5Craft & service penalty23−7.7Experts Score= 79Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.79SCORE
BGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#80 of 103 interior designersiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 23%
4.9★★★★★33 Google reviews · 24 photos
97%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
5%1–2★, last 20 reviewsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
HouseLift Design offers interior styling, kitchen and bathroom renovations, and virtual or in-home consultations, with clients frequently praising the team's attention to detail, clear communication, and ability to manage complex projects within budget. The firm coordinates contractors and provides specific design guidance, helping clients achieve cohesive, functional spaces. However, two negative reviews highlight issues with missed timelines, inadequate communication, significant budget overruns, and perceived disrespect from the owner during the engagement process.
Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 33 reviews (97% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 33 Google reviews (31 with written comments, 3 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 91% of reviews.
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and value; weakest: craft & service.
HouseLift DesignInterior Designers median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.HouseLift Design: 88/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.A
88
ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.HouseLift Design: 77/100 on this factor. Category median: 96.B
77
Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.HouseLift Design: 23/100 on this factor. Category median: 96.D
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ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.HouseLift Design: 95/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.A
95
MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.HouseLift Design: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 44.–
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Star ratings
33 Google reviews we collected
4.9of 5
5 stars3297%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars13%
1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 31 written reviews
93%praise
Praise6493%
Complaints57%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Would recommend1623%
Communication1420%
Quality & results1217%
Staff & attitude913%
Speed & response913%
Honesty & trust57%
Price & value46%
What customers talk about
We read 31 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“I would definitely recommend HouseLift Design to anyone looking for thoughtful, stylish home design help!”
“Throughout the process, communication was smooth and professional.”
“We really appreciated their guidance and attention to detail.”
“I have zero home design experience and needed a team that was patient and could carry the project from start to finish.”
“They kept us informed of progress, were responsive to our questions and concerns, and ensured there were no surprises with cost or timeframes.”
“We couldn't be happier with the outcome and highly recommend HouseLift to anyone seeking a dependable, talented, and supportive construction design team.”
“Most suggestions were easy and affordable to implement.”
People customers mention
Brenda21 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired HouseLift Design for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
Rebecca4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★
HouseLift Design was wonderful to work with! Brenda and her talented team helped style our living room, kitchen, and outdoor space, and we are so happy with how everything came together. They have a great eye for pulling spaces together in a way that feels beautiful, intentional, and still very livable. We really…
christine5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★
We waited 13 years to design our dream kitchen, so the design firm we chose to work with was extremely important to us. House Lift Design not only designed a beautiful kitchen that we absolutely love but they were incredible to work with. Brenda and her entire team are extremely talented, dedicated, competent and…
Mark1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★
I can’t say enough good things about Brenda and her team. When we hired HouseLift to help us with our new home build, we really had no idea just how critical of a role they would end up playing. In the end her team was the lynch pin that held our entire project together during what otherwise was a long and stressful…
Sharonda4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 years ago★★★★★
We had the pleasure of working with HouseLift Design on the renovation of our primary bathroom. It was our first time working with a designer and taking on a renovation of that magnitude and we were worried about how it would go. To say we were pleased with the result is a serious understatement; it far exceeded…
+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Martina1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 years ago★★★★★
Working with HouseLift Design has exceeded my expectations! Brenda is professional, fun, and highly talented. She strikes the perfect balance in lending design expertise all while taking the client's needs and taste into account. We are thrilled with her services and would highly recommend her for small or large…
+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Nate1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 years ago★★★★★
Brenda is a dream to work with! We hired her to do a full kitchen renovation and could not be happier with how everything turned out! We had a strange set of cabinets in the kitchen that were built into a wall and she helped us work through the many different solutions for that area.
The contractor she works with…
HouseLift Design was wonderful to work with! Brenda and her talented team helped style our living room, kitchen, and outdoor space, and we are so happy with how everything came together. They have a great eye for pulling spaces together in a way that feels beautiful, intentional, and still very livable. We really appreciated their guidance and attention to detail. I would definitely recommend HouseLift Design to anyone looking for thoughtful, stylish home design help!
Response from the owner · 6 months ago
Thank you so much for your kind words—we truly loved working with you guys on your home. It was so rewarding to see each of your spaces come together in a way that's just as livable as it is beautiful.
You were an absolute joy to collaborate with, and our entire team genuinely enjoyed bringing your vision to life. We’re so grateful you trusted us with your home, and we hope you continue to enjoy every space for years to come!
Morgan Antwine4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Morgan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I couldn’t be happier with my experience working with Brenda and the House Lift Design team on my master bedroom. From the initial consultation, they took the time to understand my vision, preferences, and the overall atmosphere I wanted. Their attention to detail and ability to transform ideas into a cohesive, beautiful space was impressive. Every element—from the color palette to the furniture and finishing touches—came together seamlessly, resulting in a room that feels both luxurious and deeply personal.
Throughout the process, communication was smooth and professional. The team was receptive to feedback while also offering thoughtful, expert guidance when needed. It’s clear that Brenda and her team are passionate about their work, and it shows in the final outcome. My master bedroom now feels like a retreat tailored perfectly to me, and I highly recommend HouseLift Design to anyone looking for a team that truly understands and delivers on your vision.
Response from the owner · 6 months ago
Thank you Morgan—our team loved working with you! Creating a bedroom that feels both personal and elevated is always the goal, so hearing that your space now feels like a true retreat means a lot to us. We loved working through your vision with you and layering each element in a way that felt cohesive and reflective of how you wanted the room to live day to day.
We also really appreciate your kind words about the process—thoughtful collaboration and clear communication are such an important part of what we do. It was a pleasure bringing this space together with you, and we’re so glad it’s a place you can truly enjoy and unwind in!
Rebecca Elliott4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Rebecca has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Words can't express how grateful I am to the HLD team for creating a beautiful living space that reflects me and my goals! I have zero home design experience and needed a team that was patient and could carry the project from start to finish. From the moment we kicked off the project, their warm professionalism created a comfortable atmosphere for me to ask questions and feel confident in their artistic choices. They took my blank slate and delivered a stunning living and dining room that exceeded my expectations! I cried when I stepped into my new rooms for the first time. What impressed me most was how they combined functionality with style, creating a space that is not only elegant but also suits my lifestyle.
I highly recommend HLD to anyone looking for a team that is talented, professional and a pleasure to work with. They handled everything - design, procurement, storage, selecting vendors, delivery, etc. It was easy and a lovely experience! I will work with them again.
Response from the owner · 6 months ago
Rebecca—you were such a joy to work with from start to finish! Hearing how meaningful this transformation was for you truly means everything to us! Being trusted to take a blank slate and guide it all the way through to a finished home is not something we take lightly, and we’re so glad you felt supported and confident every step of the way.
That moment of walking into your new space for the first time is one we think about often. Knowing it moved you the way it did is incredibly rewarding, and getting to celebrate that moment with you at the end made it even more memorable. Can’t wait to work with you again!
Andrew Hatchett5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Andrew has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We are forever grateful that we chose to partner with Brenda and the HouseLift team on our remodel. Our project faced numerous challenges, including a build time that exceeded our initial expectations by more than double. That delay was not HouseLift’s fault, yet they (especially Danae) stood by us throughout the entire process, ensuring our investment was protected every step of the way.
Their design was absolutely beautiful, but it was more than just the design that impressed us. HouseLift was our advocate, meticulously identifying errors and insisting that the builder rectify them. There were many details that, in our exhaustion, we might have overlooked. However, now that we are living in our stunning new home, we are immensely grateful for HouseLift’s persistence in ensuring everything was perfect.
The final result is a home that perfectly suits our family's needs. We couldn't be happier with the outcome and highly recommend HouseLift to anyone seeking a dependable, talented, and supportive construction design team.
Response from the owner · 6 months ago
Whole-home projects like this come with a lot of moving parts, and we’re so grateful you trusted us to walk through every phase alongside you. Delays like that can be incredibly taxing, and it meant a lot to our team to be able to step in and help protect the integrity of your home along the way.
We truly appreciate you recognizing the level of care and attention that went into the details—especially during moments when it would have been easy to let things slide. Those decisions make all the difference in the end.
Seeing it all come together into a home that works so well for your family is what it’s all about. We’re truly grateful to have been part of something so meaningful for you all!
christine kaufman5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews christine has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We waited 13 years to design our dream kitchen, so the design firm we chose to work with was extremely important to us. House Lift Design not only designed a beautiful kitchen that we absolutely love but they were incredible to work with. Brenda and her entire team are extremely talented, dedicated, competent and organized. Every step of the process was thoroughly explained to us in detail and the communication was stellar. HLD listened to our ideas, wants, likes etc and truly created our dream kitchen. They took what we wanted and elevated it to the next level. The result was not only beautiful but understated and functional. The contractor they hired was equally as impressive and his attention to detail and timeliness was truly impressive. We could not have been happier with the work HLD did in our home and we will definitely work with them in the future.
Response from the owner · 6 months ago
Christine, after waiting that long to create your dream kitchen, we know how much this project meant to you, and we’re so grateful you chose us to be part of it. It was a pleasure working through your ideas and bringing them to life in a way that feels true to you while also elevating the overall design.
We really appreciate your kind words about the process as well—clear communication and thoughtful planning are such an important part of making a project like this feel smooth from start to finish.
It means a lot to hear how happy you are with the final result, and we’d absolutely love to work together again in the future!
Katie Gropper1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Katie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
In undertaking a major renovation of our home office and primary bathroom, we were prepared for stress. Having never used an interior designer or taken on any major renovations before, we had no clue what a gift HouseLift Design would become in our lives. From start to finish-- WORTH EVERY PENNY. Our major renovation project was-- dare I say...fun! We felt nothing but a peaceful confidence in Brenda and team from the start, which is the best compliment this Type A personality can give.
The renderings and design process: top notch. The contractor recommendation: top notch. The project management: What's above "top notch"? (Thank you, Danae!) HLD shouldered the burden of every stressor and issue and communicated beautifully with the contractor to execute their plan and troubleshoot any issues along the way so we didn't have to. As busy professionals, I cannot tell you how valuable it was to know that Brenda and team had the renovation project under control and we didn't have to worry about anything.
The attention to detail in the design and the quality of the materials and furnishing selected was impeccable. In addition to being truly great at their craft, the entire HLD team is staffed with truly lovely people. While we are THRILLED that our luxury dream bathroom and home office are complete, we will miss getting to work with everyone at HLD. We are so grateful that we chose them and would hire them again without any hesitation.
Response from the owner · 6 months ago
We’re grateful we got to be part of creating these spaces for you, and we’ll miss working with you guys as well!
Taking on a renovation like that for the first time can feel like a big leap, so hearing that it turned into an experience you genuinely enjoyed means a lot to our team Katie! We loved working with you guys and are so glad you felt that sense of confidence throughout—it’s something we care deeply about creating for our clients.
Your kind words about the process, the team, and the level of care that went into your design are something we truly value. It’s always our goal to carry the weight of the project so you can stay focused on your day-to-day life, and we’re so glad that came through in your experience.
Mark Thomas1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Mark has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I can’t say enough good things about Brenda and her team. When we hired HouseLift to help us with our new home build, we really had no idea just how critical of a role they would end up playing. In the end her team was the lynch pin that held our entire project together during what otherwise was a long and stressful build. Thankfully we involved them early on as they wound up working together with our architect to make improvements to the drawings before construction even began (which I didn’t even know was a thing). Brenda also referred us to a builder she works with who we ended up using and was also wonderful to work with. I would highly recommend HouseLift to anyone building a new home. Not just for the design aspect (which was great) but also for all the intangibles you didn’t even know you needed.
Response from the owner · Edited 6 months ago
Mark thank you so much for the kind words! We're grateful for the opportunity and our team thoroughly enjoyed working with you on your beautiful new home!
Jeremy HoltLocal Guide · 20 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Jeremy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
While we’re happy with the end result, the experience we had was not a pleasant one nor what we were pitched. Timelines came and went, communication was not adequate, the agreed upon budget was exceeded by tens of thousands of dollars, and the owner belittled us on multiple occasions.
After our preferred contractor was not brought in to quote out painting our home (His quote ended up being nearly 10k less than the ONE quote obtained by HouseLift design), we called a meeting to discuss the items we were unhappy with, one of which was the lack of communication and decisions being made for OUR home without looping us in on the decision-making process, however the next item that arose a decision was made by the HouseLift team without so much as a call or text to ask our preference.
After the second incident where we did not receive any communication from HLD about plans that changed and a decision effecting our home was made without us, we raised issue again. This resulted in the owner requesting a call where she hurled insults at us and attacked our character. We were shocked that the leader of such an esteemed design firm would be behaving so poorly. The best part is we were charged the $175/hr rate to be on the receiving end of her unprofessional behavior. You will also see these charges add up very quickly with multiple redundancies, however there is no accountability for these hours and you are simply given a log and a bill (another concern we expressed early on in our project).
HouseLift Design also breached our contract by posting our name and personal photos to their public instagram page without our consent, despite their contract stating they take precautions to ensure families’ privacy.
We ended up overseeing large portions of our project that were supposed to be the HouseLift team’s responsibility including having the house painted, changing carpet to hardwoods, etc.
Considering we paid six figures for a “turn key” design service and had such an awful experience that definitely wasn’t “turn key”, we can’t, in good conscience, recommend this design firm to anyone.
Negative: Punctuality, Professionalism
Services: Bedroom design, Closet design, Custom art selection, Dining room design, Home decor selection, Interior painting, Lighting design, Living room design, Room planning
Brian McIntyre4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Brian has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I’m way overdue on this but there are so many amazing things I can say about HouseLift design! I started working with Brenda and her team back during the pandemic before I had closed on my new home in 2021. From start to finish it was such a positive experience.
I was relocating from a 2 bedroom apartment into a 4 bedroom home. Not a lot of furniture to occupy the spaces I would be gaining in the new house so I needed a lot of help. Back during the pandemic it was almost impossible to buy a lot of furniture at once because so many things were on back order and took ages to get you. Too much for one person to tackle and especially to manage all the logistics of it all.
I was able to get my office, dining room, living room, master bed with sitting room, and a second floor loft designed and furnished by HouseLift. They nailed down my tastes perfectly and was so satisfied everything that I continued to do other projects shortly after I moved in and started to see the space come together.
I still plan on working with HouseLift in the future already thinking about finishing where we left off with furnishing my patio (which HouseLift also helped with in my second project) as well as some other projects with my kitchen and master closets. Everyone one on Brenda’s team is a delight and on top of everything. Literally made things so easy and seamless for me from the installs to selecting alternatives when an item was no longer available to handling communication and direction to the contractors that came in for various parts of the project.
Love you guys so much! Thanks for making my first home so perfect and being such a delight to work with!
Photos attached are credited to Marc Mauldin Photography, Inc.
Designs by HouseLift Design
Positive: Responsiveness, Punctuality, Quality, Value
Services: Bedroom design, Dining room design, Home decor selection, Interior decorating, Living room design, Room planning
Response from the owner · 3 years ago
Brian, thank you so very much! Our team absolutely loved working with you and your home turned out amazing! We can't wait to work with you again!
Jill VLocal Guide · 16 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Jill has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
The HouseLift Design team is absolutely amazing! We engaged them to do a complete makeover of our main floor living spaces and we are thrilled with the wonderful new home they created for us. Brenda and her team are passionate about their work, incredibly talented, and so much fun to work with!
From our introductory call with Brenda to the final walk-through with the team, the entire experience exceeded our expectations. The design phase was collaborative and fun. The HouseLift team blended our vision with their ideas and expertise to create the perfect plan for our home.
The communication and project management were also outstanding throughout the process. The Houselift Design team coordinated with the contractor and other specialists, oversaw window treatment installations and furniture delivery, found amazing accessories for each room, and managed every detail – big and small. They kept us informed of progress, were responsive to our questions and concerns, and ensured there were no surprises with cost or timeframes. We did not have to worry about anything!
We truly cannot say enough great things about HouseLift Design and highly recommend them if you are looking to love where you live!
Positive: Responsiveness, Quality, Professionalism, Value
Services: Bathroom design, Cabinetry & hardware design, Custom art selection, Dining room design, Flooring selection, Home decor selection, Interior decorating, Interior painting, Kitchen design, Lighting design, Living room design
Response from the owner · 3 years ago
Thank you for your kind words! We absolutely loved working with you guys. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to help you love the home you live in.
