Wade Metz has been in the commercial and residential construction and development industry for more than 20 years. A Principal of Terrene Homes, he founded the company in 2009 with Mike Walsh.
A graduate of Western Washington University with a Bachelor of Arts in Urban and Regional Planning and Economics, Wade began his career as a project manager for a public works general contractor in Bellingham. In 1996, he moved to Seattle to specialize in large commercial projects before joining the Murray Franklyn Family of Companies as a project manager, ultimately becoming a partner in 2003. During his time at Murray Franklyn, Wade led a number of luxury residential projects in the Seattle area, including Shumway Condominiums and Waters Edge in Kirkland and Cristalla and Madison Tower, two highly successful, high-rise condominium buildings in downtown Seattle. In total, he oversaw the completion of more than 500 multifamily units. At Terrene Homes, he is leads the firm’s acquisition, sales, marketing and customer service efforts.
Wade recently obtained his private pilot’s license. In addition to flying, he enjoys motorcycles, hunting, fishing and spending time with his two teenage sons.