Vern Yip is an Atlanta-based interior designer, television personality, and author recognized for elegant, globally inspired interiors that combine refined materials, thoughtful space planning, and personal storytelling. He is best known for his work on HGTV’s Trading Spaces and as a judge and mentor on HGTV Design Star, and has authored books on design and lifestyle. His product design, licensing collaborations, and media work have made him one of the most recognized names in American interior design.