HGTV's Angelo Surmelis is headed your way!
At the recent Las Vegas market, I had the chance to spend some time with HGTV’s Angelo Surmelis, designer and host of the network’s Rate My Space.
While Angelo certainly is not the first TV-persona to develop a furniture line (or is likely to be the last), he does bring a neat proposition to the table: upscale looks at downtown prices.
He has partnered with Handy Living, a company that has mastered the art of flat-pack production. Together, they are looking to initially target the line to leading pure-play Internet retailers such as CSN Stores, a smartly run online retail conglomerate.
After spotting Angelo in Building B, I whipped out my trusty Flip video recorder and conducted this interview. Enjoy!
Blake commented:
I am pleased to have found this article and ore than excited to see his line. I have been and am a huge fan of his work, style and overall personality. I hope he was as lovely in person as he seems on TV. Thank you.
Julie M commented:
Just stumbled upon this video while doing a google search. Wow. I can't wait for this line. I am a big fan of his.
Jana M Walters commented:
This is great news. Thank you for the video. Angelo has been a favorite of mine for years. The man can design in any style and the fact he's handsome helps a bit as well (Hee Hee). Keep us posted with any "breaking news."
keiley commented:
Thank you ray for the video. Hopefully there will be more info and some photos for us to see. We love Angelo here in DC and have been fans for years. We are thrilled that he has a line coming out and are anxious to see it.
James commented:
How cool. Thanks Ray. Looking forward to more info and possible pics of the line. Love the guy.
Suzanne Tyrell commented:
Thank you Ray! I really enjoyed the video and it's so cool to hear what a great guy he is. I am a religious viewer of all his shows and he seems to really love what he does and he is so wonderful with the homeowner's. I just love this guy. Thank you for all the information. Looking forward to more.
Ray Allegrezza commented:
Thank you all for writing in! Angelo is a great person to work with. So talented, yet so down to earth. Stay tuned. I will keep you posted regarding his new line. Thanks again!
Ray
Drea Willams commented:
I love his show and I think he is the best TV designer working today! His rooms are never about him but always abut his clients and his style is ever changing to reflect that. As a professional myself, I admire his skill and his charming personality. Thank you for the great video.
Carole LP commented:
Thank you for the video. I am interested in finding out more and seeing some example of his furniture. I am a fan of his TV work
DK commented:
SO COOL! Angelo is a design stud.
Sarah W. commented:
can't wait to see the line. How cool that you got to meet him. I think he is the best!
Thomas & Jayne commented:
We're fans of Angelo's designs and TV personality. We are curious to see the furniture. We're in the market for some new, affordable stuff.
Drew KL commented:
Wonderful video. Looking forward to seeing the line and seeing & hearing more.
Wendy Lehrer commented:
Awesome! He is so cool.
Kyle commented:
WHAT DOES it look like???!!!!!
I love the way Angelo designs and I am curious to see what he's got going on and what the price points will be exactly. Good Stuff. Love his work.
Renee commented:
Anything this guy does I am for. He not only has style, he's the best thing in the world of TV home improvement. No pretense, not attitude, just honest creativity and personality! LOVE him.
Stacee commented:
BIG, BIG FAN of Angelo's! Very excited about this line. Thank you for the info, but let's have more!!! I want to see the line.
Gina commented:
Thank you for the video. What a cool guy and I am curious to see his new line. I really enjoy watching him on TV.
Ken commented:
This guy is AWESOME!
dianna commented:
thank you for this. really can't wait to see what it looks like. i am a fan!
Tracey commented:
Great video. Thank you. If Angelo has a product, I'm buying. He "gets it" and what his clients are looking for. I can't wait to see where he goes with this. Very exciting.
Brett & Amy commented:
We are big fans of his and are looking forward to what he has in store for the home.
D.S. commented:
Find out if he's single! LOL! I think he's hot & talented. What was he really like when the camera wasn't on? Was he alone?
John commented:
This guy ROCKS!
Terri Murphy commented:
Wonderful video. This guy is just great. I have loved him for years and he just gets better. His passion, enthusiasm and all around talent have made him "Must See TV" for me regardless of where he's at. CONGRATS on his new line and I look forward to picking up a few "Angelo pieces."
Jayne Connor commented:
Thank you Mr. Allegrazza. I have been and Angelo fan for years and this is great news. He seems as sincere and genuine as he is on TV. Looking forward to the line.
Patricia commented:
Thank you for the video Ray. I love watching ANgelo on TV. I am anxious and excited to see what he brings to the market place. Congratulations Angelo and thank you for thinking of price as well as design. I love any show you're on!
Lindsey Kaplan commented:
I couldn't love Angelo more and after watching this video I do. He is the real McCoy! I eagerly await his new furniture line and wish him nothing the but the best.
Susan commented:
Great video. How exciting. I am very curious to see what this line looks like, especially since they prices seem to be great. I have always enjoyed whatever Mr. Surmelis does, even when it's not my style. He has a way of making things work and his attention to detail and color are extraordinary. Many congratulations to him!
Frank Heeley commented:
I have met Angelo and my daughter had the extreme pleasure of working on one of his shows years back for a summer. A more genuine and talented guy you couldn't ask for. It's a deadly combination and we support anything he does. Looking forward to the line. Very exciting news. Thanks Mr. Allegrezza.
Jules commented:
I LOVE THIS GUY!!!! If he's designing, I'm there.
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