My Houzz: Tony Hawk’s Surprise Renovation

Watch professional skateboarder Tony Hawk surprise his longtime friend and her family with a fully renovated kitchen, living room and bathroom in their North Carolina home. Shop for the products and materials from the video here: www.houzz.com/ideabooks/11115...

[@travis8592]

I saw him skating in SD at park and he gave me his board before he left and signed it. It's been hanging on my wall in my room for over 10 years now

[@JMWxx]

Tony is a great guy for doing this for his best friends widow (she’s obviously become a close friend of his also) and her family. It must have cost him a fortune with the light being $799 on its own. But I like that rather than saying “do anything” or “let’s make it traditionally modern/minimalist”, he really took into account what she would like! A really generous man.

[@zoerphl]

how cute was that when he gave him the board???? omg what a nice guy he didn't have to do that

[@bluecurlygirl]

Tony Hawk is my son's hero. He's the reason my Tony got into skateboarding. Now he's 27 and he still loves it. When he's angry, worried, down in the dumps - he hops on the board and everythings fine. It keeps his mind healthy and I'm so grateful to Tony Hawk for being such an inspiration to many and he continues to be that. Such a wonderful thing to do and a fab makeover. Loved the designer "geeking out". Loved Tony giving him the board too. Nice one.

[@courtneymayo_]

houzz has it right, marrying 3 great things many of us love; Genuinely awesome celebs, family, and home renos. These episodes are so good! Keep them coming!

[@lttlod1]

Tony Hawk has got to be one of the most kind hearted athletes around! Loving this series : )

[@RamblinAround]

Tony Hawk is a roll model for us all. He is such a down to earth and kind-hearted person.

[@ashleysama3519]

It had to be tough for him trying to balance his brother's legacy and embrace his brother's wife's new husband in the remodeling and he truly did a fabulous job with regarding both men in the process.

[@pablocruise678]

I’m a grown man..49 this year.. former skater.. huge Hawk fan... I still throw an Ollie from time to time ... and I’m weeping over this.. two of my buddies have run into Tony, and say how much of a great guy he was at that moment. Long live the bones brigade!!!

[@marshahare7717]

There is something so awesomely genuine about the fact that tony hawk has had the same hair cut for 40 years

[@PeaceNLiebe]

Love how one of the designers is a fan ✨🤗

[@robinmanning4092]

Carolin

[@samfraulino]

So rad to get his board after he skated on it.

[@kylohraw177]

He's always been a good dude! And still a badass!

[@carolehanrahan]

I have two sons with brain cancer. They continue to fight for their lives. They both have young families and one of my sons also has a wife fighting cancer. Thank you for doing this for your friend's family. You are a very good man.

[@samfraulino]

This is exactly the lesson for folks with large amounts of money that can change people's lives. The power of change comes with a loving heart, Tony Hawk just showed how compassion and integrity is still alive. I loved Ray as well, one of my favorites, so glad Tony held up his promise to take care of his wife and kids, pure brotherhood.

[@lachornadaley8945]

True love of friendship. When your friend become family that's true love

[@dishappywithlife2556]

Ahhhh great episode!! Love 💕 when he hands the skateboard to the interior designer and the guy instantly turns 12 ... Tony Is very kind, loyal and generous

[@stacym735]

If Tony Hawk is even half as kind and loving as he comes across in this video, the world is a better place with him in it.

[@nerdsaregods]

Love when brands have a heartwarming story that doesn't feel forced. It made the renovation much more special.

[@derikhuang5018]

How can you not love Tony Hawk, such a genuine down to earth caring person, Kerry has been through some tough times, I'm so happy for her

[@seriliaykilel]

One of the few episodes where they do a renovation that feels true to the people who live there. What a lovely result and what lovely family. Tony Hawk is a treasure.

[@mikegiangarra]

Tony hawk is a legend, doesn’t care about money and material objects and never has. He’s all about people and friends and family. Legit ass dude.

[@pepsdvj24]

Everyone needs a Tony in their journey of life.

[@claudetteshock5830]

I cried. You are beautiful person Tony Hawk. I love you!!!

[@mountaingal5555]

Tony and Cathy, what a beautiful demonstration of friendship!

[@calvin013]

Dude.... all of the people saying how great Tony is.... I will just pile on. I've been a fan of his since the 80s... I don't know anything about skating, but a lot of my friends idolized him, so I've always "enjoyed" all of my friends talking about what Tony Hawk is doing now... for SOOOO long. And......... he's never done a single thing that I've seen that made me think that he's anything other than the guy you see in this video. Thanks Tony. A real role model and hero!

[@djjones1065]

The bond between Tony & Kristy is so beautiful and sweet and genuine!! I think I am definitely crushing on Tony Hawk just q little more now because of him in this episode. He was so charming, sweet, thoughtful& did i mention his smile? Awww 😍😍😍🖤💙💚 What a good episode. Love this family!

[@QTARUBA]

Man... Tony Hawk!!! That's why he's our idol... not only his talent and skills, but his heart... Thanks for sharing!

[@rddss8311]

I grew up admiring Tony Hawk,he truly is am awesome person. And Ray Underhill is a lucky person to have known him. I hope Ray is looking down and feeling happy, what Tonys done for his family!

[@emilymatthews2990]

Even if you're not a skating fan you I can't deny Tony is a very compassionate and kind hearted guy.

[@colette7198]

Did anyone else cry through the whole thing? Beautiful renovation and story!

[@luiscalvillo3725]

Can we take a moment to acknowledge what a stand up guy Tony Hawk is??? What a guy!!

[@cathybt]

So kind of him to keep his promise of being there for the friend's family and supporting them

[@TIGERGUTS]

Ray Underhill was awesome and is a total legend. I keep his memory alive from reciting his lines from Animal Chin, Those that know , know!!!!! Du bomp du blink! hahahah . Tony is my hero , has been since 1986. I don't watch these shows but jeez , this is awesome. This gets you in the feels! Thank you.

[@elizabethharttley4073]

Wow Tony and the designers did total justice with this reno. This family is kind and humble, i want them to thrive here. One of my favorite episodes, thanks houzz!!

[@marybrunt6388]

This whole family needed this & totally deserve it & more. Way to go Uncle Tony.

[@LiveLoveCHXBeach]

Beautiful renovation that truly meshes new updates and functionality with the family's combined sentimental pieces. I sobbed every time Tony kissed Kerry's head. Feel like Ray could feel his love for the family in Heaven.

[@killval849]

Tony Hawk has always been the living, breathing definition of a selfless human being. He's just a great human being.

[@bosse641]

Heartwarming story. Beautiful space.

[@learnandlead437]

Kery's daughters are gorgeous 😍 Very emotional 😭

[@ricardocuevas7815]

DAMN! My idol as a teenager when I was skateboarding. Tony you may never read this but you are an inspiration, a mentor and a selfless soul. Thank you for sharing this with us.

[@susanstanewick365]

We think PBC and Dave Spetrino and company are the best! When we were deciding on a builder he brought a wealth of information to the decision. This is an impressive episode. congratulations to PBC for such a good job.

[@em2012ish]

Beautiful people do beautiful things. Great job, Tony.

[@carlosgodoy1]

I wonder how much this renovation was it’s really a good one. This show should have a billion episodes.

[@sin-yilambertson3826]

The friendship and generosity is very touching.

[@andreacooks59]

The sisters chin to head did it for me, I love when families (children specifically) feel cared for..Safe. Great job, love Tony's heart..

[@ReviewBoard-uy5nv]

It‘s funny how their names are underhill and overman, a bit like the hobbit. Tony Hawk has so much heart. You can feel the love between all of them

[@miriammaldonado7296]

It's nice that the house retained the old personality with a modern outlook.. It's feel like family, and you able to see it reflected on their emotion!. #2023 ❤🧡💛💚💙💜

[@Jazi3200]

Friendship goals!!! Tony & his late best friend, and then his best friend’s family... ONE FAMILY!!! Amazing friends = FAMILY!!! A true definition of friendship is family, is what I see in this episode! Tony is an amazing person & a true friend!!! ❤️

[@docarrasquillo8075]

Omgggg... Ok i know i said a different one was my favorite.. But THIS ONE just really got me! For Tony to love his friend so much that he truly loves this family and respects the fact that.. She is human n moved on after his death and is truly accepting of the new husband is AMAZING..! This world has changed so much we dont get to see stuff like this anymore.. This show is AMAZING. I love HOUZZ. I cried n cried to this episode. It was so sweet. Ty for sharing! 😍

[@mouija1450]

Tony Hawk is the best. I've been skating since 1989, and he wasn't well liked in the 90's because of his mainstream success. I'm really glad that skate culture came around to appreciate him eventually. He seems like an incredibly generous and down-to-earth guy.

[@MacMetal215]

Tony is the man. Been a great role model in millions of lives since day one. God bless

[@brendaryan306]

Such a gift to not only Ray's widow but continuing his legacy for his kids from their beloved Uncle Tony. From another widowed person, bless your heart, Tony Hawk.

[@paulbarth2201]

It is more blessed to give than to receive. I'm hats off to you Tony and God will bless you thousands fold. - Leslie

[@HmmmmNiceBike]

I was expecting the entire house to be turned into a skate park.

[@Msleelee9487]

if someone did that for me I would sit up all night just staring at those beautiful spaces just wonderful great job Tony

[@bayrain4158]

Not sure if people realize how big that is that Tony gave him his board. Getting a board from Tony Hawk, especially his personal one is one of highest grails you can acquire as a skater. Great episode! 👍

[@billyking7372]

That's 1 helluva guy and a even better true friend,

[@nCode1]

The renovators were really putting their hearts into this one. Sometimes you can see it in their work.

[@annesacco3427]

Made me cry. Tony, I love your heart for others. I can't wait till someone taps on me to be a part of something like this. Great job to the whole team.

[@rebelguy9487]

We don't deserve Tony Hawk......but we NEED him!

[@tstritty]

Tony Hawk means a lot to me. I remember him landing his 9 on TV. got me into skateboarding. So cool how he cares for his best friend even after he's passed.

[@h.c4898]

Thanks for documenting it. It's important for the skateboard community especially who grew up watching Tony and Ray skate back in the day.

[@Andy-jv4pn]

Tony is the first celeb that didn't take credit for the work. I love that.

[@mademoiselledeb]

So I definitely paused this video and just started looking at videos of Tony Hawk doing tricks....Then I got back to the video and cried like a baby because it's so sweet.

[@brandonodell5910]

😭I cried after hearing about your best friend but it brought me tears of joy 😂to see that house redone

[@emmanueljames7962]

R.i.p Ray Underhill!!! (1962-2008)

[@princessaz79]

Tony Hawk is a down to earth person. Super epic.

[@StreetDisciple86]

What a true friend, an inspiration! His best friend passed away and he made sure he took care of his family. it was without a doubt the most heartfelt remodel I've seen yet, Tony's a true gentleman!

[@tea98988]

What a generous soul. What he did for his friend is very unusual for any culture. My hats off to Tony.

[@whostosay3256]

To keep a promise and look after his best friends family melts my heart .. you are a great person Tony - and it’s an incredible makeover

[@sanjalisnjic7271]

Finally a designer who did the rennovation, but kept the identity (and a lot of stuff) of the owner.

[@chubipower]

Wow. Tony Hawk is the only pro skateboarder I know. Since the 90s. I'm amazed he can still busy out the moves and his joints are still okay. Great person he is :)

[@Pannemat]

When Tony Hawk says 'Ray', you don't need a last name to instantly know who he is talking about.

[@PSW822]

I wish there is a lot of people like TONY HAWKS.

[@saramoore6911]

Tony hawk for president lol our country needs this man

[@kb9847]

I love seeing the tenderness that Tony has for the family. His friend would be very happy.

[@theresabutler3922]

Wow, I am appreciating a side of Tony Hawk that I've never seen until Houzz got involved! Love that he is totally generous to his best friend's family and looks out for them this way. The Houzz transformation couldn't have happened to a nicer family in need. Thanks Houzz!

[@sumanchakraborty4747]

Tony! GREAT SOUL! He looks so chilled! All important things in his life are sorted! Clarity of purpose!

[@MissZiss]

How kind is Tony Hawk!! I love the way these little videos showcase the good in people.

[@stephanierestlessinseattle5261]

Tony has been making me swoon for years today we saw his pure heart SO SWEEEEET!

[@evitasdad]

What a gift ! The designers were very cl\ever to incorporate the owners style and possessions, and made it feel that what was new still belonged to the house.

[@TheAudioRemedy]

14:05 the excitement on that guy's face after pleasing one of his role models was priceless 😁

[@taniwha3706]

Great episode.. Great renovation.. Great to see the #legend Tony Hawk aaand the joy he has given to his #family with this awesome gift 👍😎

[@scarlettvictoria8684]

That guy geeking over Tony makes my heart soar 😭😭😂

[@walterlimbacher4264]

Wow. This video stirs up so many emotions, friends, family, renovation and meeting a childhood idol. Great renovation and love how they kept the original feel and still managed to update enough for function and aesthetics. Thanks

I wish I could give this 2 thumbs up. I grew up skating and have met Tony several times over the last 30 years and he is a class act through and through. I never met Ray, but watched him in competitions. It was an amazing thing for Tony to do that for their family. Hawk fan for life here! 👍

[@DouglasVincentClimaco]

Hello Tony. You're always a legend in pro skating society. It's nice that you do care for someone. You're a good man. Great friends are hard to find.

[@cristinaoprescu1148]

this is by far the best one

[@wendyknox-leet1034]

What a totally wonderful man. So talented and so genuine! Respect.

[@runswithbeer]

Super cool of Tony to skate on that board and then give it to him. Awesome dude.

[@TheFloridaBodyboardSeries]

Tony Hawk is gold. Ive watched him sign autogrpahs at Kona in the rain for hours... TWICE. The guy is the best. We couldnt have anyone better leading the way. Hawk for President.

[@cheriwynne8693]

I loved when she sat down and said she couldn’t stop staring at the remodel ! Mission accomplished she loved it

[@jamiebrian4646]

Tony hawks is the epitome of a great human...OK he might of made mistakes havnt we all...but he learned from them...I saw him in the bones brigade in 88 in Swansea South Wales...my hero god bless him deserves all the credit he gets.x

[@RuthMcL1979]

Uncle Tony Rocks!!! Loved this sooo much!! Tears throughout! I love how Tony and Brad have obviously become really close too, which doesn’t always happen in that type of situation. And that designer/fan, just awesome!!! xxx

[@21whichiswhich]

This is really heartwarming and it turned out so beautiful.

[@KcJoyce10]

houzztv should have a longer show!! i'm obsessed with all their renovations!!! :D

[@LazyFingers-oc4xc]

Tony is the best. we all love and respect the man .

[@shastac1396]

He is so sweet and loving to her. It’s really touching.

[@randallbulla5282]

Very cool, from the giving, to the design, to making the the renovated family able to enjoy the renovated home.

[@simonvance8054]

Tony is such a great guy! I love that he’s looking after his friend’s family...he’s a real friend...