What is Mikel Welch's relationship status? Netflix's 'Hack My Home' lead designer and proud LGBTQ+ member reveals his family life

Mikel Welch from Netflix's 'Hack My Home' is a proud LGBTQ+ member who has two siblings and is currently single
Mikel Welch is lead designer on Netflix's 'Hack My Home' (@mikelwelch/Instagram)
Mikel Welch is lead designer on Netflix's 'Hack My Home' (@mikelwelch/Instagram)

LOS GATOS, CALIFORNIA: Get ready for an exhilarating adventure into the world of magical renovations with the highly anticipated series, 'Hack My Home'. Brace yourself for eight captivating episodes, each centered around families facing a common challenge - an urgent need for more space in their homes. Enter a team of design wizards, armed with their expertise in space-maximizing solutions, ready to work their magic. These skilled renovators will reach out to homeowners who are juggling large families and limited space, guiding them to create ingenious solutions and unlock the potential for spacious living.

Introducing Mikel Welch, an experienced designer and the lead designer on the new Netflix renovation season. With a background in prominent design projects, Mikel brings his expertise to the show. Having worked with acclaimed celebrities from Hollywood and the American political industry, he is no stranger to the world of showbiz.


 
 
 
 
 
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What is Mikel Welch's relationship status?

Hailing from Southfield, Michigan, Mikel Welch's passion for design began in his childhood, when he would construct imaginary houses using Lego blocks to create sofas and dining tables. Raised in a loving and supportive family by his parents Wiston Welch and Kathy-Young Welch, Mikel was instilled with strong values and principles. Despite rumors suggesting otherwise, it is important to clarify that Mikel is not married and does not have children. During his sophomore year in college, he fearlessly embraced his identity as a gay man, becoming an advocate for LGBTQ rights. From the photos that he has posted on his social media handles it is clear that he also has a brother and a sister. 


 
 
 
 
 
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Mikel Welch's education and profession 

Mikel Welch, aged 44, is a multi-talented professional excelling in the realms of interior design, acting, entrepreneurship, and presenting. As the proprietor of Dwell Interior Design Solutions in Atlanta, Mikel has built a thriving design business. Following his high school graduation, he pursued a degree in Business Administration from Morehouse College, shaping his educational journey.

Currently based in New York, Mikel operates Mikel Welch Designs, a successful interior design enterprise, while showcasing his expertise as a host and design specialist on Quibi's Murder House Flip. With an impressive career trajectory, Mikel has also contributed his skills as a design consultant at Crate & Barrel and currently serves as an art coordinator at Style Network.

This renovation show 'Hack My Home' with a dream team of four members can be watched on July 7 at 3 am ET only on Netflix 

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