Chip Wade
Chip Wade, carpenter on Designed to Sell
Atlanta native Chip Wade has building in his blood, coming from a line of experienced carpenters and woodcraftsmen. Working closely with his father, Chip’s interest in carpentry and renovation was sparked at an early age. With a family project underway at any given time, he developed his skill with hands-on learning. This interest developed into a passion as he became proficient in both the design and execution of large-scale remodels.
Chip graduated from Georgia Tech with a degree in mechanical engineering and became certified in residential construction while working as a structural engineer in a home building firm.
In the fall of 2007, Chip’s energy and talents made him a perfect member of HGTV’s Designed to Sell as the carpenter on the Atlanta team. His creativity and expertise inspires viewers to rethink what can be accomplished with $2,000 and a three-day makeover.
Wade Works is a custom design-build firm in Atlanta that provides distinctive, turn-key design, planning and construction services to the high-end commercial and residential market. Owners Chip Wade and Ryan Taylor have teamed up to offer a refreshing approach to design along with creative, high-level construction, engineering and fabrication expertise. Wade Works’ services are geared to corporate facilities, restaurants, hotels, retail, religious facilities and other commercial and high-end residential clients seeking one-of-a-kind masterpieces that bring their vision to life.
At the end of the day, Chip goes to his favorite place- home with his wife and son.