Alison Victoria is an American interior designer, television host, and entrepreneur best known for her work on HGTV. She gained popularity as the first female host of HGTV’s series “Kitchen Crashers,” where she surprised homeowners with kitchen makeovers.
She later became widely recognized for starring in “Windy City Rehab,” a show that follows her as she renovates and restores old homes in Chicago. Aside from television, she also runs her own businesses, including a line of luxury furniture and lifestyle products. Alison is admired for her bold designs, blending modern style with historic charm.
Early Life
A native of Chicago, Illinois, she was born on 31st October 1981 to her mother Becky Karacostas, and her father, Jim Gramenos. She was raised in Chicago with her other three siblings, Jamie Grameno, Nicholas James Gramenos, and Diana Gramenos, who is one of the top Social Security Disability Lawyers.
From a very young age, Alison has always been creative; she wanted to pursue design, as she had a huge interest in fashion. After completing her schooling, she went to Las Vegas to attend the University of Nevada to become a successful interior designer.
Alison Victoria’s Career
Alison Victoria was highly inspired by her father for getting her into home renovation. She completed her education at the University of Nevada, and after graduating, she started working at Christopher Homes, where she was one of the youngest designers. Over the years she has made quite the name for herself as a famous interior designer.
Two years after graduation, she launched her own design firm known as Alison Victoria Interiors, which was located in two cities, Chicago and Las Vegas. Later Alison also launched her own brand of luxury furniture known as the Alison Victoria Collection. She has been creating and been various parts of projects in the making of luxurious resorts, boutiques, and residences.
Designer Journey
Alison Victoria was a ghost designer at the Crashers franchise, including House Crashers, Bath Crashers, Room Crashers, and Yard Crashers. She found the other line of Kitchen Crashers, where she became the first female host for the franchise and worked alongside other hosts Jasmine Roth, Mina Starsiak and Leanne Ford.
Alison was also a star in the HGTV show Windy City Rehab, where she was seen with Donovan Eckhardt. They used to purchase, renovate and sell houses in Chicago. However, in season 2, Alison cut ties with Donovan and even filed a lawsuit against him, as he was withdrawing money from their business and adding to his own personal business.
Apart from this, the show also has other lawsuits on charges like incomplete work, breach of contract, breach of warranty, and so on. In 2011 she was awarded the Rising Stars of Business award by the Las Vegas Business Press. Alison appeared in six episodes of DIY Insider and also appeared on HGTV’s Rock the Block, where stars used to face off against one another to complete the project and bag a cash prize.
Alison Victoria is set to debut her new HGTV series Sin City Rehab on September 17, 2025. The show takes her back to her Las Vegas roots, where she focuses on restoring older homes with rich history rather than the city’s famous flashy Strip properties. Each project highlights her effort to preserve character while adding her signature modern style.
Viewers will see her face real challenges, from dealing with contractors to balancing design choices within historic constraints. The series also marks a fresh chapter in her career, giving fans a chance to watch her reshape her business and creative vision in the city where she first began her design journey.
Alison Victoria Biography |
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| Real Name | Alison Victoria |
| Birth Date | 31 October 1981 |
| Age (as of 2025) | 43 Years |
| Birthplace | Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Profession | TV Actress |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Sun sign | Scorpio |
Physical Statistics |
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| Height | in feet inches—5’ 6”—in centimeters — 167 cm |
| Weight | in Kilograms – 55 kg – in Pounds – 121 lbs |
| Hair Color | Dark Brown |
| Eye Color | Brown |
| Body Type | Slim |
Family |
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| Father | Jim Gramenos |
| Mother | Becky Karacostas |
| Sister | Two (Jamie & Diana Gramenos) |
| Brother | One (Nicholas James Gramenos) |
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| School | – |
| College | University of Nevada |
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| Marital Status | In a relationship |
| Who is her husband? | Brandt Andersen |
| Children | One |
Personal life
Alison Victoria started dating filmmaker Brandt Andersen in 2024 after meeting at a wellness retreat in California. Their friendship quickly grew into romance, and they made their first public appearance at the 2024 Daytime Emmys.
Alison later shared their relationship on Instagram, calling him “the most amazing human” and praising the joy he brings to her life. Andersen, known for films like Everest and Refugee, has supported Alison in her career and received a “special thanks” credit on Windy City Rehab.
Relationship with her Ex-Husband
Alison Victoria married insurance agent Luke Harding in 2013 after meeting on Match.com. The couple bought a fixer-upper home in Chicago, which Alison renovated, showcasing her design skills. They separated in 2019 and finalized their divorce around 2022.
Alison has kept details of their split private, mentioning it briefly in a 2022 post about her decision to freeze her eggs. She later shared that she regretted not freezing her eggs earlier, as she faced challenges in her fertility journey following the divorce.
Alison Victoria Net Worth
Alison Victoria’s net worth is estimated to be between $3 million and $4 million as of 2025. She earned most of her wealth from her work as an interior designer, HGTV star, and entrepreneur. Hosting Windy City Rehab brought her fame, and it pays roughly $10,000 to $25,000 per episode. Alison also runs her design firm, Alison Victoria Interiors, which handles high-end residential and commercial projects, earning five- or six-figure deals.
Additional income comes from brand partnerships, speaking events, and her upcoming HGTV series Sin City Rehab. Despite facing legal and financial challenges in past projects, she continues to grow her business and maintain a strong position in the design world.
