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Feb 16

Need a New Sofa or Chair? How About One Designed by Angelo Surmelis?!!!

Big, big news all you Rate My Space and Angelo Surmelis fans!

HGTV's Angelo Surmelis
HGTV’s Angelo Surmelis

 As early as this summer, Angelo will have his own upholstered furniture line. Insiders, including Angelo, have been hush-hush about the new line until the last few days although it’s been a dream of the designer’s almost his entire life. Talk about a secret to keep! Furniture Today made the announcement last week, and I’m sure we’ll be hearing a lot more about Angelo’s latest, exciting venture.

For a preview from the designer and namesake himself, check out Angelo’s wonderfully inspiring blog. Scroll down to his post on February 11. Angelo, who also owns the LA design firm, Swell Space, tells the story of how the announcement was made at the Las Vegas Home Expo. And he shares a picture of a fabulous, first-to-be-publicized chair priced under $300. In his blog which is a must-read for design enthusiasts as well as fans Angelo shares, “I always wanted to find a way to be able to merge my love of design and making stuff with affordability and ease.”

Mr. Surmelis, if this chic (and cheap!) chair is any indication, you have succeeded! We are anxious to see the fruit of your labors. And, by the way, this furniture is supposed to be shippable. Now that is swell.  Want to send some words of congratulations to Angelo? Have any particular looks/pieces you’d like to see in Angelo’s new line?

Posted at 4:54 pm

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  1. This is great news. Been watching Angelo since his first show and really like his creative spirit. Now we can get our own home done without having to wait to be on television!

    Jhani Kaye on February 16, 2009 at 6:09 PM
  2. OMG – that chair is stunning and at that price – crazy good. This is fantastic news – and the prices I need right now. I’m so happy for your Angelo. CONGRATS to you. I can’t wait to see what everything looks like. WOW.

    Sandra on February 16, 2009 at 6:09 PM
  3. HOW EXCITING!!!! My friends and I have been fans of Angelo and his various shows for years! When I saw a sample of his furniture line I was THRILLED!!! Can’t wait to buy some pieces!! Please PLEASE keep me posted on where and when it will be available!!!!

    Angelo-CONGRATS!!!!!

    Jenny D. on February 16, 2009 at 6:22 PM
  4. WOW!!!! Angelo is such an awesome designer.. adding a furniture line is such a natural step!!!

    Congrats Angelo!! I’ll still be watching you on HGTV!

    Greg Morton on February 16, 2009 at 6:31 PM
  5. This is amazing, I can’t wait to see the whole line…in my house! Way to go Angelo, you’re the best!

    Tracey T on February 16, 2009 at 6:46 PM
  6. His designs are always spot on. I can not wait to see his take on chic and cheap! Bring it on!!!!!!!

    Michael Keith on February 16, 2009 at 6:58 PM
  7. I will buy his line of furniture. Where can I find it when it comes out?

    John on February 16, 2009 at 7:44 PM
  8. Congrats to Angelo. My design mates and I can’t wait ! I’m a big fan of Angelo’s so I’m anxious to see what he creates.I can’t believe the price range!! He seems like the kind of celeb that’s paying attention to this lousy economy and giving us all a big gift! When can we see???

    Ella K. on February 16, 2009 at 7:45 PM
  9. Angelo’s designs are AWESOME!!!!!! Im holding on to my dream that soon I will be picked to have Angelo design 3 rooms of my newly constructed empty house that needs color, and furnishings. ANGELO YOUR THE BEST!

    olga coronado on February 17, 2009 at 1:44 PM
  10. Rate My Space is ‘must see T.V.’ for my friends and I because of Angelo and his amazingly fresh ideas. It seems only natural that he’d do a line of furniture! GREAT NEWS!! I bet Angelo is having so much fun and we get to reap the rewards!

    Macy Q. on February 17, 2009 at 4:07 PM
  11. FINALLY! Great design meets reasonable
    price!! Thank, thank you!

    Barbara in Missouri on February 18, 2009 at 9:19 AM
  12. Yes, good design at a good price. I like the blog but had difficulty finding it. Any suggestions for locating easier? Thanks Leslie Judson for the article.

    Sara Johns on February 18, 2009 at 2:51 PM
  13. Designs are absolutely beautiful. I’m thinking of building a new home and can’t wait to pick out furnishings!

    Candice Pardue on February 19, 2009 at 10:17 AM
  14. Wow!!! Congratulations!!!! My husband & I are so happy for you and us too! We will be able to have affordable furniture in our house designed by our favorite designer. Angelo, we are great fans of you and have been following you since clean sweep. I don’t usually write on the web – But I just had to let you know how happy we are for you. Enjoy your dream.
    All the best to you!! Diana

    Diana on February 19, 2009 at 12:37 PM
  15. Angelo, I am so happy for you. I have watched Rate My Space and have enjoyed it. The styles and colors are something I never would have tried, but thanks to you I know, more then just white are good for your home. Good luck, with the furniture line!

    Helen on February 19, 2009 at 6:43 PM
  16. Way to go Angelo, great looking furniture at amazing prices. Love to watch your shows. Lots of Luck!

    Joann on February 19, 2009 at 7:37 PM
  17. Congrats! The modern furniture market is a fun market.

    Sue Davis on February 28, 2009 at 12:40 PM
  18. This is great news!!! I can not wait to see his stuff. I’m a big fan. Love all of his work and I’m sure if the line is anything line him it will be perfection. Thank you for the links to his blog – I”ll have to seek him out there, too!

    Barbara W. on March 12, 2009 at 12:33 AM
  19. This man is incredible. Have been a fan for years and have watched him and his talent grow. I can only imagine how wonderful and thoughtful this line will be. The fact that he’s making affordability a priority is a huge plus. Angelo, more than congratulations on your bright future. It doesn’t hurt that you’re great to look at.

    Kylie on March 14, 2009 at 12:17 AM
  20. THANK YOU! Angelo, you have been an inspiration in our home for years. We look forward to your new line and to owning a piece of your style. The Willis Family

    Julie&Ken on March 16, 2009 at 12:52 AM
  21. Angelo, I am excited about your new line. Can you tell us about the concept and how it came to fruition? Was this an decision. Congratulations.

    Deirdre on March 16, 2009 at 10:30 PM
  22. We love this guy. Congratulations!!!

    Carol and Joseph on March 19, 2009 at 11:40 PM
  23. YOU ROCK! We love you in our house. Congratulations on the new line. Can’t wait to see it.

    Steph on March 25, 2009 at 1:55 AM
  24. Have been a fan for years and couldn’t be more excited about this news. I am so curious to see what this all looks like and the actual prices. Much congrats and continued success. Are you giving up your day job?

    Markus on March 26, 2009 at 1:55 AM
  25. You rock my design world! AND, I love your look. So much to say….I’ll stick with CONGRATULATIONS on your new furniture line. I actually saw some of it since someone I know works for the co. manufacturing it. HeHeHe. LOVE IT!

    Jillian on March 27, 2009 at 11:42 PM
  26. Angelo, I am very excited about this. I’m not gonna say how, but I say a bit of the new line. It looks incredible and I was a bit shocked at the prices. I don’t know where they are going to be available yet so I will look out for you announcement on that. All the best and thank you for your inspiration. Carin

    Carin on April 1, 2009 at 1:34 AM
  27. When?! Can’t wait to see it. You’re my favorite.

    Leena on April 7, 2009 at 10:00 AM
  28. When can we see pics of the line? What’s going to be in it and where will it be available? I am a very big fan of your style. Thank you, Lindsey

    Lindsey on April 15, 2009 at 2:15 AM
  29. WE downsized from 2 seperate cabins in CA to move to CO into a 1906 950 Sq.Ft. cottage. It was and is a challenge but we both feel “comfy”. I just have different taste then my husband. Does that sould familiar?. I need a small double reclining couch so will see if you have one in your new collection. Nan

    Nancy Vogee on April 20, 2009 at 1:43 AM
  30. Just saw the line. OMG! I can’t wait till July. Great stuff and the price is fantastic. Thank you Angelo. I now have to figure out how I want to redo my new condo.

    Carrie on April 21, 2009 at 1:32 PM