Kelly Hoppen

About

Interior designer who founded Studio Hoppen in September of 2014 and has been the recipient of copious design awards. In 2013, she became an investor on BBC Two's hit Dragon's Den entrepreneur show, and previously fronted the Channel 5 Design Series, Superior Interiors.

Before Fame

She was given the opportunity to design a family friend's kitchen when she was 16 years old. This launched her career in the design industry.

Trivia

She was honored with the NatWest Everywoman Ambassador award in December of 2013 and she landed a spot on the Debrett's 500 Most Influential People List. She was also made an MBE for her services to interior design and in November 2013, she launched her 8th book, Design Masterclass.

Family Life

Born in Johannesburg, South Africa, she moved to England when she was two years old. Her father was in fashion and her mother and brother Michael both run art galleries. Her daughter Natasha Corrett authored the book Honestly Healthy: Eat with your body in mind, the alkaline way.

Associated With

She has appeared on Good Morning Britain, Saturday Kitchen and CNN Richard Quest, amongst other shows. She was named the face of the new YouTube business channel the B-Tube Network in February of 2015.