--- title: "MLH Designs,Inc — Interior Designers & Decorators | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/mlh-designs-inc-pfvwus-pf~721741574 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~721741574.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "MLH Designs,Inc" category: ["Interior Designers & Decorators"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/6dc3989c012fc352_8998-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Little Rock, Arkansas 72207, United States" phone: "(501) 766-0594" website: http://mlh-designs.com rating: 5 review_count: 8 best_of_houzz_awards: 4 followers: 153 last_updated: 2026-09-22 --- # MLH Designs,Inc Original Houzz profile: [MLH Designs,Inc](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/mlh-designs-inc-pfvwus-pf~721741574) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators - **Location:** Little Rock, AR - **Serves:** Little Rock - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (8 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2020–2022), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 10,000 Ideabook Saves - Published nationally - High-end - Offers Custom Work MLH Designs, Inc., founded in 2003 by Meridith Hamilton Ranouil, CKBD, Allied ASID, is a full-service interior design firm specializing in highly custom residential interiors and select corporate projects. Meridith is known for creating fresh spaces and interiors that are classic, yet modern and livable. Unexpected combinations of textures and finishes and of traditional and contemporary features are favorite elements of Meridith's design philosophy. Projects range from urban apartments and boutiques to family homes and gourmet kitchens. "I design for the client," Meridith says. "I make the room or area work for them, both aesthetically and functionally." Meridith's work has been featured in Better Homes & Gardens, Kitchen and Bath Ideas, Dream Lofts & Condos, Arkansas Life and At Home in Arkansas, among other publications. ### Services Provided - Construction Design Management - Residential Interior Design ### Areas Served - Little Rock ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | MLH Designs,Inc | | Address | Little Rock, Arkansas 72207, United States | | Phone | (501) 766-0594 | | Website | http://mlh-designs.com | | License Number | 1032785 | | Followers on Houzz | 153 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — http://www.facebook.com/mlhdesignsinc - X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/mlh\_designs - LinkedIn — http://www.linkedin.com/in/meridithhamilton - Blog — http://mlh-designsblog.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [MLH Designs,Inc](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/mlh-designs-inc-pfvwus-pf~721741574) - **Website:** http://mlh-designs.com - **Phone:** (501) 766-0594 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - IDS Designer of the Year 2021, ASID Residential Ovation Award 2021, 2014 and 2012, Top 10 Renovation Professionals, Top 10 Kitchen & Bath Professionals by At Home in Arkansas 2011 and 2012, Soiree Woman to Watch 2012, Soiree Platinum Service Award 2013. Certified in Kitchen and Bath Design (CKBD) - **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2020–2022), for Design, Service. **Affiliations** - [American Society of Interior Designers](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/american-society-of-interior-designers-pfvwus-pf~1510192642) - [National Kitchen & Bath Association](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/national-kitchen-and-bath-association-pfvwus-pf~1351084655) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 8 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### All 8 reviews **★★★★★ — Michelle, Feb. 2021** > My husband and I highly recommend working with Meridith Ranouil. Meridith was extremely helpful when we were building our new home. She quickly learned our preferred style and was able to help us select finishes and furnishings that we absolutely love. She made a large project seem very manageable for us and helped us stay on budget. We found her to be accessible, available and responsive. It was wonderful to have her negotiate the details with the builder and vendors. We will use Meridith and MLH Designs for any future purchases and projects. **★★★★★ — Jennie Dale, Feb. 2021** > Meridith is amazing at her job! Very helpful and very knowledgeable with house layout on the building plans, taking into account the clients style and helping pick out interior, and can take your project all the way to end by designing the whole interior look of your house with furniture, art, rugs, etc. Highly recommend MLH designs and will be using her again for our next build. **Comment from MLH Designs,Inc:** > Thank you! I look forward to working with you guys on the next project! **★★★★★ — Kimberly Williams Gary, April 2017** > I began working with Meredith in February 2014, towards the end of our home’s construction. She is a very good listener with incredible vision. I’ve worked with many interior designers through the years and I can wholeheartedly say she is the best I’ve met. I love her taste but also trust the practicality of her designs. She is always very professional, prepared, and prompt. We can honestly say that a large part of why we love our home as much as we do is a result of her work. She started with our living room-kitchen-dining room space. We loved what she did in those areas so much that as soon as we were able, we had her decorate the rest of the house. I would highly recommend working with Meridith! **Comment from MLH Designs,Inc:** > Thank you for the kind words! I so enjoy working with you and your family and look forward to our next project! **★★★★★ — Zeynep Vural, April 2017** > We worked with Meridith over the course of about 2 years when we were building our house during 2013-2014. I can't say nice enough things about her. She has impeccable taste and a refined and sophisticated style, as well as exemplary work ethic. She did the designs of the bathrooms and the kitchen, and picked pretty much all of the fixtures, finishes, and colors throughout the house. She also worked with us on the interior design of several rooms. The result is a gorgeous house that we love coming home to everyday! We wanted neutral and light colors, clean lines, and a contemporary and unfussy style and she successfully delivered what we had in mind. Throughout the lengthy project, she continuously involved us to get our opinion and feedback to ensure we would be very much satisfied with the end result. She also took care to stay within the budget we had set and didn’t mind researching less expensive substitutions when we needed on some occasions. She's very responsive, organized, and extremely professional. We had some contractors and issues that proved to be challenging and difficult, and Meridith handled those situations well, keeping in mind our best interest at all times. She worked well with our architects as well. I also enjoyed getting to know her on a personal basis, she's so nice and pleasant, and down-to-earth! I wholeheartedly recommend Meridith and won't hesitate to work with her if we have another project in the future. **Comment from MLH Designs,Inc:** > Thank you so much for such a wonderful review! You were an absolute pleasure to work with. I am glad that you allowed me the opportunity! **★★★★★ — Distinctive Kitchens & Baths, June 2015** > As a contractor, I have had the privilege of working with Meridith and MLH Designs on numerous occasions. Meridith is always focused on the needs of the client. She brings unique creativity to all of her projects so that no two designs look alike. Whether in planning meetings or at the job site, Meredith is always organized and prepared to discuss issues that come up keeping the project moving forward and meetings to a minimum. I look forward to working with Meridith and her next client. > Bill Wrape CKD CBD > Owner > Distinctive Kitchens and Baths **★★★★★ — tgcwatson, Jan. 2014** > I have been working with Meridith since the beginning stages of my new home. From our first meeting to the most recent finishing touches, Meridith has listened closely and obtained a sense of what we really wanted out of our home in both its design and its function. Although I am unable to even describe what I want at times, she uses pictures that I have found and examples of what I like to find the most interesting pieces and put them all together to make for a completely unique and personal space that accommodates our family and even pushes us a little outside our design comfort zone. Those little pushes outside my design comfort zone are what make our home unique, but extremely livable! Without reservation, I would choose Meridith for any and everything in the design arena. I have never regretted that first meeting and every project she has created for us!! > Her experience shows through her smart choices and her knowledge when working with subcontractors. Her connections and resources in the area are phenomenal and I am confident any time she refers me to someone for their work. From floor to ceiling with everything in between, Meridith knows who and what to choose to get the best products, pieces, and prices. Her attention to detail has made the design portion of our home building experience completely positive. Can't recommend her highly enough!! **★★★★★ — Elizabeth Andreoli, Jan. 2014** > Meridith designed the entire main floor of my home, including two baths and kitchen. She understood and interpreted my vision beautifully, even when I was a little vague. She could sense when I was a little lukewarm with some of her ideas and quickly came back with alternatives. I'm not very hands on, so I appreciated that she took charge of the projects. The contractor encountered some stumbling blocks, and Meridith was able to work with him to resolve those issues. I would recommend that you watch your costs, as Meridith likes to use upper-end items--yet, she is good at finding the less expensive alternatives. I would, and have, recommended her highly. **★★★★★ — deanataylor, Jan. 2014** > I have worked with MLH Designs on 3 projects in the last 6 years and have loved every one of them! The three projects were a total bathroom remodel, a bedroom redecoration, and a kitchen/living room/dining room/guest bath remodel. All of them turned out fabulous! Can't wait to start another project with Meridith! ## Selected projects - [Castlewood Estate](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/castlewood-estate-pj-vj~7590936) - Location: Searcy, AR - Photos: 20 - Description: Contractor - Jackie Stevens, Stevens Commercial Contractors Photographer - Rett Peek - [Riverfront Estate](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/riverfront-estate-pj-vj~7594193) - Location: North Little Rock, AR - Photos: 11 - [Hallen Estate](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hallen-estate-pj-vj~7591009) - Location: Little Rock, AR - Photos: 8 - Description: Contractor - Jeff Fuller Homes Photographer - Rett Peek - [Northeast Estate](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/northeast-estate-pj-vj~7594186) - Location: Paragould, AR - Photos: 13 - [Beach Front Condo Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/beach-front-condo-renovation-pj-vj~6526059) - Location: Destin, FL - Photos: 19 - Description: This renovation project involved MLH Designs from concept to completion. The design required a sophisticated look with family friendly durability. Photography: Jack Gardner Photography - [Chenal Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/chenal-residence-pj-vj~2415875) - Location: Little Rock, AR - Photos: 17 - Description: This project, a new construction, involved MLH Designs from concept to completion. The design required a sophisticated look with family friendly durability. Architect: Herron Horton Architects Photography: Nancy Nolan Photography - [Pine Manor Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pine-manor-residence-pj-vj~180873) - Location: Little Rock, AR - Photos: 15 - [Beechwood Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/beechwood-residence-pj-vj~2415917) - Location: Little Rock, AR - Photos: 12 - [SDH Organic Modern Bedroom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sdh-organic-modern-bedroom-pj-vj~6526287) - Location: Little Rock, AR - Photos: 5 - [Heights New Construction](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/heights-new-construction-pj-vj~6526196) - Location: Little Rock, AR - Photos: 11 - [El Dorado Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/el-dorado-residence-pj-vj~817348) - Location: El Dorado, AR - Photos: 11 - Description: This project, a new construction, involved MLH Designs from concept to completion. The design required a sophisticated look with family friendly durability. - [Rivermarket Loft](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rivermarket-loft-pj-vj~432677) - Location: Little Rock, AR - Photos: 11 - [Sheridan Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sheridan-residence-pj-vj~190947) - Location: Sheridan, AR - Photos: 8 - [Contemporary Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-renovation-pj-vj~6526175) - Location: Little Rock, AR - Photos: 5 - [Hickory Creek](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hickory-creek-pj-vj~2413091) - Location: Little Rock, AR - Photos: 4 - [SDH Bedroom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sdh-bedroom-pj-vj~260149) - Location: Little Rock, AR - Photos: 5 [See all 16 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/mlh-designs-inc-pfvwus-pf~721741574) ## Community Q&A **Q: what is the material of the walls** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Hello Emily! I hope you are well! The shower walls are a large format porcelain slab. This particular parcelain is from FMG - Marmi MaxFine Extra White. At the time, I sourced it through Acme Brick & Tile. I'll bet they still carry it. Good luck and don't hesitate to reach out if you need anything else! **Q: dimensions of tub, shower combo please.** *(in Photo Questions)* Trying to similar A: Hello! Thank you for the question. The overall space is approximately 131" by 42". The tub is a 32" x 66" undermount and the shower interior is approximately 60" x 38". Good luck! **Q: what colors are the walls?** *(in Photo Questions)* Colors A: Hello! Thank you for your question! I apologize for the delay - I was out of the country for the holidays. The light color is Sherwin Williams 7671 On the Rocks and the dark color is Sherwin Williams 7069 Iron Ore. **Q: what color cabinets are these with brown design backsplash? gorgeous** *(in Photo Questions)* Thank you! A: Hello Natasha! Thank you for your question. These are custom finishes by Wood Mode - the perimeter finish is a paint with a glaze and the island finish is a stain with a glaze. Both were created specifically for this project. Thank you again! **Q: brand of cabinet pls** *(in Photo Questions)* Beautiful! A: The exact system is not available anymore, but it is similar to the Hafele Parallel Lift Up front fitting. Thank you! **Q: where did you purchase the vanity and what is the floor...tile?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Hello! Thank you for your inquiry! (I am terribly sorry my reply was delayed - I just saw this question!) The floor is a handscraped dark stained wood and the vanity is a custom design by Wood Mode Cabinetry. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-22.*