Inside TerraVita
Guided by Values. Driven by Possibility.
TerraVita Investments is a family-owned investment firm built on a foundation of real estate expertise and generational values. For decades, we’ve developed residential, commercial, and multifamily properties that stand the test of time — not just as buildings, but as lasting contributions to the communities they serve.
What began as a passion for place-making has grown into a broader vision: one that blends our hands-on development legacy with the flexibility to explore new investment opportunities beyond real estate. Whether we’re building a neighborhood or backing an emerging venture, we lead with purpose, patience, and pride in everything we do.
At TerraVita, we don’t just invest in projects — we invest in people, possibilities, and the future we want to help shape.
Peter Trematerra Co-Founder, Principal
Peter Trematerra is a seasoned real estate developer, investor, and entrepreneur with a longstanding commitment to creating meaningful, lasting value. As a founder of TerraVita Investments, Peter has spent decades leading transformative residential, commercial, and multifamily projects — each grounded in a deep understanding of place, purpose, and people.
Rooted in a family-oriented philosophy and known for his hands-on approach, Peter blends operational rigor with long-term vision. His leadership has not only shaped physical landscapes, but has also cultivated trusted partnerships, multi-generational impact, and an expanding investment platform.
Under Peter’s guidance, TerraVita is evolving beyond its development roots into a broader, values-driven investment firm — thoughtfully exploring new opportunities that reflect his disciplined yet forward-looking mindset.
Whether overseeing construction, stewarding capital, or mentoring the next generation, Peter remains driven by a singular focus: to build things that last — relationships, communities, and legacies.
Lindsey Trematerra Co-Founder, Vice President
Lindsey Trematerra is a dynamic leader and strategic powerhouse, bringing a rare combination of intellectual rigor, operational savvy, and relentless drive to TerraVita Investments. A former Division I swimmer at Duke University, Lindsey knows what it means to compete at the highest level — and she brings that same discipline and intensity to every investment, every project, and every challenge.
Armed with dual graduate degrees from Notre Dame — a JD from the Law School and an MBA from the Mendoza College of Business — Lindsey has quickly established herself as a trusted voice in complex deal structuring, growth strategy, and cross-functional problem solving. Her ability to navigate both the macro and micro — seeing the big picture while executing the fine details — makes her an invaluable force in shaping the next chapter of TerraVita’s evolution.
Whether leading portfolio operations, advising on real estate development, or driving strategic expansion into new investment verticals, Lindsey approaches every opportunity with precision, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to long-term value.
A next-generation leader with deep family roots in the business, Lindsey is helping position TerraVita not just for today — but for decades to come.