Carmen Nery De La Paz is an American television personality, interior/exterior designer, wood turner, welder, and professional cook.

De La Paz is most recognized for her carpentry and design skills featured on six seasons of HGTV's makeover series Hammer Heads, with fellow carpenters Steve Hanneman and Marcus Hunts.

In Hola Martin, De La Paz teaches viewers crafting and DIY projects focusing on environmentally friendly and cost-effective ways to be creative.

De La Paz made her Broadway debut at New York City Lincoln Center's production of In the Summer House starring Dianne Wiest, Liev Schreiber and Frances Conroy.

[13] De La Paz is a member of Actor's Equity Association and has performed in national touring companies, as well as regional and professional children's theatre.

[15] With her experience in the design industry, De La Paz is knowledgeable in techniques ranging from venetian plaster, wood graining and gilding, to stenciling and furniture refinishing.

[2] De La Paz launched her own television show – Be Handy Con Carmen for Fox International's new Spanish-language channel UTILISIMA!