Business Details
34 Years
experience
Award-Winning Glasgow Architects
Established in 1992, NVDC Architects is an award-winning Scottish architectural practice based in Glasgow. With over three decades of experience, we specialise in delivering innovative architectural solutions across healthcare, residential, and commercial sectors. Our approach prioritises understanding client visions, budgets, and requirements to create holistic, timeless designs that enhance wellbeing and functionality. Our in-house team of qualified architects and assistants combines technical expertise with creative flair, ensuring client collaboration throughout every project phase from site selection to completion. We maintain accreditations with the ARB Register and RIAS Register, reflecting our commitment to professional excellence.Our services span architectural design, interior design, conservation projects, and sustainable design, supported by BIM coordination and construction management. We serve clients across the UK, with a particular focus on healthcare architecture that balances clinical precision with patient comfort. Our portfolio includes award-winning projects such as Elanic Hospital and Vermilion Dental Clinic, demonstrating our ability to transform complex challenges into life-enhancing spaces. We pride ourselves on professionalism, responsiveness, and a dedication to exceeding client expectations through meticulous attention to detail.
Services
Architectural Design
Interior Design
Conservation Projects
Sustainable Design
BIM Coordination
Healthcare Architecture
Residential Design
Commercial Architecture
Planning Applications
Project Management
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We have over 32 years of experience in architectural design across multiple sectors
- Our team includes qualified architects and conservation-accredited professionals
- We specialise in healthcare architecture with proven regulatory compliance expertise
- We offer end-to-end project delivery from strategic briefing to post-occupancy evaluation
- Our sustainable design approach meets modern environmental performance standards
Associations and certifications
- ARB Register
- RIAS Register
What people say
Cutting-edge facility
Creative flair
Prompt and first-class service
Transformed our business plans
Meticulous attention to detail
Services
Healthcare Architecture
We specialise in healthcare architecture that balances clinical precision with patient comfort. Our services include clinical planning, phased refurbishments, adaptive reuse of existing buildings, and BIM coordination. We help clients navigate complex regulations to deliver spaces that work for both patients and professionals.
Residential Design
We create bespoke residential designs that feel personal and practical. Our services include new-builds, extensions, and conservation projects for listed buildings. We work closely with clients throughout the process from initial sketches to final handover, ensuring spaces support individual lifestyles and aspirations.
Commercial Architecture
We design commercial spaces that are flexible, future-proof, and full of character. Our services include site appraisals, interior design, historic building conversions, and low-carbon retrofit strategies. We focus on creating environments that enhance business operations while maintaining aesthetic appeal.
Sustainable Design
We integrate environmentally responsible solutions into all our projects. Our sustainable design services include low-energy building strategies, carbon reduction planning, and eco-friendly material selection. We ensure buildings meet modern performance standards while maintaining functional and aesthetic quality.
Conservation Projects
We specialise in sensitive restoration and retrofit of listed and historic buildings. Our conservation services include detailed historical research, traditional material selection, and modern adaptation techniques. We maintain architectural integrity while ensuring buildings meet contemporary functionality requirements.
People
Farahbod Nakhaei
Founder
Studio Principal with 32 years' experience in architectural design. Specialises in healthcare architecture and complex regulatory projects. Leads the practice's creative direction while maintaining hands-on involvement in major projects.
Shirin Nakhaei
Director
Key management role overseeing practice operations. Works closely with clients to ensure project delivery meets both design aspirations and practical requirements. Brings extensive experience in architectural project management.
Malcolm Cullen
Senior Associate
Senior architectural professional with specialist expertise in healthcare projects. Manages complex design challenges and technical coordination. Plays key role in client communication and project delivery.
Anna Dach
Architect
Qualified architect with significant experience in healthcare and commercial projects. Focuses on detailed design solutions and regulatory compliance. Contributes to both conceptual development and technical implementation.
Matthew Gaffney
Part 2 Architectural Assistant
Architectural assistant supporting design and documentation processes. Contributes to various project stages under senior team supervision. Developing expertise across multiple architectural sectors.
Questions
What architectural sectors does NVDC specialise in?
We specialise in healthcare, residential, and commercial architecture with particular expertise in healthcare projects and conservation design.
Do you work outside Glasgow?
Yes, we work across the UK with experience in projects from Edinburgh to Corstorphine and various locations in between.
Can you handle listed building projects?
Yes, we have conservation-accredited design expertise and extensive experience with listed building retrofits and historic conversions.
How do you involve clients in the design process?
Clients participate throughout every stage from site selection to completion, with regular consultations and collaborative decision-making opportunities.
What project management services do you offer?
We provide full BIM coordination, construction management, and handover services with continuous client support throughout the project lifecycle.
How do you handle complex regulatory requirements?
Our team has specialist expertise in healthcare technical memoranda and planning regulations, ensuring smooth approval processes for complex projects.
