Our Chooz Score evaluates 44 factors across reviews, digital presence, and business credentials. Here's what stands out for Original Design Painting
Serving the unique architectural mix of South Jersey, from historic Victorian homes in Haddonfield to modern residences in Mt. Laurel, Original Design Painting has built a strong reputation for understanding the region's diverse painting challenges. Owner Recep Ozbas founded the company in 2003, and over two decades later, the family-owned operation employs a crew of 20+ skilled painters including son Beytu who oversees quality control.
The company specializes in residential and commercial painting, with particular expertise in exterior transformations, interior refreshes, cabinet refinishing, deck staining, and drywall repair. Customers frequently mention crew members Marco and Miguel by name, praising results that one described as a "factory level finish" on cabinet work. The team also handles power washing and light carpentry to prepare surfaces properly before painting begins.
The fully licensed and insured team holds New Jersey Home Improvement License No. 13VH06564000. Original Design Painting has been BBB accredited since 2019 and serves Cherry Hill, Voorhees, Moorestown, Marlton, Mullica Hill, Blackwood, and surrounding South Jersey communities.
Updated: 04-06-2026
Customers consistently highlight thorough preparation as a defining characteristic. Rich Koch describes the prep as nothing short of "meticulous" and notes how it contributed to an excellent finish. Liz Anne observed "a great amount of care went into the prep work" over five days of exterior painting. Liz Seville on Facebook adds that the crew took time to "meticulously patch every minor blemish before starting." This attention to surface preparation appears across interior, exterior, and cabinet projects.
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Punctuality emerges as one of the most consistent themes across reviews. Brad Burgess notes the crew "came at the time arranged and finished on the time promised." On Facebook, Liz Seville confirms crews "arrived exactly on time every day" throughout her project. John McPeak appreciated that the team "arrived on time daily and continued as weather permitting until the job was done completely." Multiple customers mention receiving morning confirmation texts before arrivals.
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Cabinet work receives particular praise for achieving professional factory-like results. Emilio Fiore describes the outcome as "all kitchen cabinets as well as bathroom cabinets all painted to factory level finish" and adds that "the finish product will definitely surprise you." Lila Maren found them while searching for a local painter and confirms they "worked carefully" on her cabinet project. The company uses spray application techniques for smooth, even coverage on cabinet surfaces.
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Multiple customers report competitive pricing alongside quality results. David Ruesch describes his experience as "one of the best contractor experiences ever" noting the "price was fair and the workmanship was excellent." Darlene Shannon selected them because "although their price was the best price, I selected them for other reasons" including supporting local family businesses. Briana Pachelli confirms they were "by far the most reasonably priced" and remained patient through multiple color changes.
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Cleanup practices receive consistent praise across reviews. TruME Collection on Facebook notes the painters "did a great job prepping the area, and cleaning up, and were so quiet I barely knew they were there." On Google, AJ AJ describes interior preparation as "ultra neat" and adds that the team "exceeded my high expectations." Jim Ambrosino confirms the crew "left it clean and neat" upon completion, and multiple reviews mention daily cleanup before crews leave.
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The company demonstrates particular expertise with older properties and difficult materials. Hailey Hunt hired them for her "old historic home in Haddonfield" with wood siding that "was peeling horribly" and reports the "home looks brand new." Nathan Schachtman's 115-year-old Victorian with extremely dry cedar siding presented a challenge, yet after completion "our 115 year old house looks beautiful." Christina Marie on Facebook confirms similar results with cedar shingle siding.
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Customer retention rates appear strong based on review evidence. Cathy Edge-Smith has used them three times, most recently noting "same great job" on her master bedroom. Devon M hired them twice, first for baseboards and doors, then for a full exterior including siding, trim, chimney, and shutters, stating "I didn't expect it to come out so good." Kelsey Ferguson confirms "we've used them a couple times now and will be using them again" while Michael Reece returned after five years for a second home.
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Owner Recep Ozbas maintains direct involvement throughout the process. Andrew DeMaio recalls Recep "went above and beyond putting many samples on the side of our house until we decided what color." Robert Seiger appreciated "their patience and guidance to help us select the appropriate colors." On Facebook, TruME Collection knew from the first meeting with Beytullah that "I was going to be a happy customer." Son Beytu oversees crews and checks in via phone and site visits according to AJ AJ's review.
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Updated: 04-07-2026