Chip Wade

Atlanta native Chip Wade has building in his blood. Coming from a long line of experienced carpenters and woodcraftsmen, Wade began working with his father at an early age – and over the years developed an interest in design, carpentry, landscaping, and renovation. After graduating with a degree in mechanical engineering from Georgia Tech, Wade moved on to earn his certification in residential construction while working for an Atlanta-based home builder.

In addition to his hands-on construction work, Wade has also carved out a significant career in the media, lending his carpentry skills to the Atlanta team of HGTV’s "Designed to Sell." Since then, Wade has appeared on several HGTV shows including "Curb Appeal: The Block," "Ellen’s Design Challenge," "HGTV’s Showdown," "HGTV’s Design Star," and "HGTV’s Wise Buys." He has also been featured on Oprah and CNN. As the host, designer, and executive producer on his Emmy Award-winning series, "Elbow Room," Wade is involved from concept through construction, showing viewers how to customize their spaces and transform houses into homes that perfectly suit their lifestyle. He is currently filming a new show for HGTV and DIY.

Beyond television, Wade is the owner and lead designer of Wade Works Creative LLC, offering services in residential and commercial design, architecture, realty, and building unique projects. His career is devoted to using his expertise to help people make educated home improvement decisions. Wade resides in North Atlanta with his wife and three children.