In the world of luxury living, true comfort isn’t just about what you see—it’s about how your home moves with you, supports you, and elevates everyday life (literally). At Goliath Luxury Homes, we’re obsessed with designing residences that feel effortless to live in and timeless to own.
That’s why more of our clients are choosing to include a Home Elevator as a core part of their build—especially here in the Texas Hill Country, where multi-level estates and dramatic topography are part of the beauty.
And when we do it, we do it with the best. Our preferred partner, Residential Elevators, brings craftsmanship, reliability, and service to match the quality of every Goliath build.
Below, we’re sharing why adding a private Residential Elevator isn’t just a luxury add-on—it’s a signature feature that enhances lifestyle, design, and long-term value.
A Luxury Home Should Feel Effortless at Every Level
Many of our clients come to us dreaming of a home built into a ridgeline, opening into two or three stories of jaw-dropping views. That’s standard for Texas luxury home builders—and especially for Hill Country custom home builders like us. But grandeur shouldn’t come with daily hassle.
A Home Elevator transforms vertical living:
- You glide between levels with ease—no hauling groceries, luggage, or heavy items upstairs
- Guests of all ages enjoy your entire home comfortably (handicap benefit)
- Daily routines become smoother, quieter, and more elegant
- Ideal for aging in place, an aging dog, or long-term living
It’s the difference between a home you admire and a home you feel amazing inside.
The Texas Hill Country Is Built for Multi-Level Living
If you’ve spent any time touring custom properties in our region, you already know why Home Lifts and Custom Home Elevators are becoming a top request. The land itself often calls for multi-story layouts to maximize views, protect mature trees, or take advantage of slopes.
As home builders in the Texas Hill Country, we design around the terrain, not against it. Elevators allow that design freedom to stay client-friendly:
- Steeper lots? No problem—layered floorplans stay accessible
- Larger footprints? A Residential Elevator makes every square foot usable
- Long-term living? Elevators future-proof your home
Whether for a New Build or planned Retrofit, this upgrade delivers both form and function.
Why We Trust Residential Elevators for Our Builds
Luxury means partnering with specialists who take pride in every detail. Residential Elevators isn’t just another vendor—they’re the team we rely on to deliver a streamlined, high-end experience.
What sets them apart:
- Largest Home Elevator Company in North America
- 30 years in business
- Family owned with some employees serving 25+ years
- Made in the U.S.A.
- They don’t outsource anything—everything is in-house
- They Manufacture, handle Ship and Delivery, Installation, Service and Repair
- They Project Manage all job sites
- 24/7 support for peace of mind
From traction and hydraulic systems to long-term service, their process is clean, coordinated, and reliable.
Engineered Performance That Matches Luxury Expectations
Residential Elevators systems are designed for high-performance luxury homes and single-family dwellings, with capabilities including:
- Up to 50 ft total travel
- 40 feet per minute travel speed
- 950 lbs. total weight capacity
- Extremely quiet / extremely smooth operation
- Multiple cab heights
- Advanced safety and quality standards
- Ideal for multi-level estates and clients who specialize in multi-unit townhomes
They work seamlessly with homeowners, builders, architects, and even renters when needed.
Fully Custom Interiors That Match Your Home’s Aesthetic
The best luxury design is seamless—every element feels intentional. Residential Elevators delivers a Fully Custom Design on the inside of the elevator, allowing us to match the elevator cab to your home’s exact style.
Customization options include:
- All types of wood species and panel finishes
- Unfinished or Prefinished
- Stain, lacquer, or painted finishes
- Shaker Series Cab, Farmhouse Cab, Stainless Steel Cab, or Reserve Series Cab
- Multiple metal finish options
- Glass options, including full all-glass cab
- Observation panels / windows
- Lights, handrails, gates, and doors
- Scissor gates, automatic doors and gates
- Touchscreens
- Full mirror or half mirror
If you dream it, they can build it.
Beyond Luxury: A Smart Investment in Longevity and Value
A Home Elevator isn’t just about comfort—it’s also a smart investment.
Key benefits include:
- Aging-in-place readiness
- Strong financial benefit to homeowner or seller
- Increased resale appeal
- High-end differentiation in a competitive luxury market
- Practical daily benefits for groceries, luggage, pets, and guests
Accessible luxury is no longer optional—it’s expected.
The Goliath + Residential Elevators Experience
When you build with Goliath, you’re choosing a design-build philosophy rooted in quality, personalization, and lifestyle. By partnering with Residential Elevators, we ensure your elevator is:
- Engineered correctly from the earliest blueprint stage
- Installed efficiently alongside your build timeline
- Finished to the same artistic standard as the rest of your home
- Supported long after move-in
It’s one vision, one process, and one flawless delivery.
Elevate the Way You Live
A private Residential Elevator is no longer a “maybe someday” feature—it’s a defining element of a truly complete luxury home. Whether you’re planning a new build or considering a retrofit, early elevator integration delivers the best results.
If you’re exploring a custom home in the Hill Country and want to talk through elevator integration, Goliath Luxury Homes and Residential Elevators are ready to guide you through every choice—from layout to finishes to final reveal.
Let’s elevate your build and design something extraordinary together.