Who Is Houzz Owned By? The Surprising Answer

Houzz was founded by Adi Tatarko and her husband Alon Cohen in February 2009. They started the platform as a response to the challenges they faced when remodeling their own home. The couple saw a need for an online platform where homeowners could find inspiration, connect with professionals, and manage their home improvement projects.

Since its inception, Houzz has grown into a global platform with millions of users. While Adi and Alon remain involved in the company, Houzz is currently owned by The Carlyle Group, a global private equity firm. The Carlyle Group acquired Houzz in 2019 for $3.4 billion.

It’s important to note that even though The Carlyle Group now owns Houzz, Adi Tatarko continues to serve as the company’s CEO and Alon Cohen remains involved in the company’s operations. This helps ensure that the company’s vision and values remain consistent.