Architecture Firm Detroit, MI

Designing Detroit's Renaissance

In a city defined by reinvention, the Nadi Group creates architectural solutions that honor Detroit's industrial heritage while pioneering its future. Our integrated design approach delivers sustainable spaces that catalyze revitalization and celebrate the Motor City's resilient spirit.

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About the Nadi Group

As an innovative architectural collective, we bring fresh perspective to Detroit's evolving urban landscape. Our team combines boutique attention with bold vision, creating designs that contribute meaningfully to the city's remarkable transformation.

Through our integrated practice, we unite architecture, urban design, and landscape architecture to create comprehensive solutions that serve Detroit's ambitious renewal.

Our commitment to sustainable innovation drives us to deliver projects that transform neighborhoods while honoring industrial heritage and fostering community connection.

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Mixed use development project by the Nadi Group
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Comprehensive Design Solutions

Our multidisciplinary expertise drives innovation across Detroit's architectural landscape. We integrate architecture, urban design, and landscape architecture to create solutions that respect the city's industrial past while catalyzing its vibrant future.

Adaptive Reuse Architecture

Our architectural practice embraces Detroit's rich industrial heritage through designs that breathe new life into existing structures.

We create forward-thinking spaces that honor original character while incorporating sustainable technologies and contemporary functionality.

Each project reflects our commitment to preservation and innovation, whether we're transforming historic factories or creating new buildings that complement Detroit's distinctive architectural landscape.

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Urban Revitalization Design

We transform neighborhoods through thoughtful planning strategies that embrace Detroit's renewal.

The Nadi Group team specializes in creating connected, accessible spaces that enhance the urban fabric while promoting sustainable development and community engagement.

Our comprehensive approach considers everything from walkability to economic viability, ensuring spaces that foster vibrant community life while celebrating Detroit's unique character.

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Resilient Landscape Design

We create landscape solutions that transform underutilized spaces into thriving community assets.

Our designs thoughtfully integrate sustainable water management with native plantings, ensuring resilient environments that enhance Detroit's neighborhoods.

Each project carefully balances aesthetic appeal with environmental performance, creating landscapes that serve multiple functions while requiring minimal resources to maintain.

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Let's Rebuild Detroit Together

Your vision deserves innovative execution in a city of reinvention. Let's discuss how we can bring your architectural aspirations to life.

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Featured Projects

Explore our collection of transformative projects that showcase innovative design across Detroit's diverse neighborhoods. Each project demonstrates our commitment to creating sustainable, community-focused spaces.

Client Testimonials

Discover how our collaborative approach and innovative solutions have helped forward-thinking clients achieve their architectural and community objectives throughout Detroit.

"It has been a pleasure working with Nadi Group team on our mixed use development. Their attention to detail, professionalism and diligence turned our project from dream to concept and now to reality. Their design was sustainable and beautiful, while also being functional and economical. With their continued support and expertise, we could successfully navigate the City of Winnipeg, overcome obstacles, and have obtained the necessary approvals. It would not have been possible without them. We cannot say enough good things about Emeka, Malvin and the entire team at Nadi Group. We highly recommend them."

Paige Peach

Industrial Park on Dugald Road

"Emeka and Uchenna gave so much of their strategic thinking, design vision, and technical expertise, making our wellness retreat expansion a phenomenal experience and huge business success! We've experienced first-hand their authenticity and collaborativeness. Access to their netowrk also contributed to funding sourcing and strategic management partners. The Nadi Group has truly helped elevate our glamping business to the next level, and we've become close personal friends in the process! Great people all around."

Seth Bolt

Bolt Farm Treehouse

"I've worked with Emeka on the visioning, design and development of the four neighbourhoods of Bridgwater since 2004. I was a very demanding client, but Emeka and his team rose to the challenge and handled the evolving project(s) with professionalism, creativity and grace. I do not know of a landscape architect and master planner I would rather work with. I am now retired but still keep in touch with Emeka. I would recommend his services to any serious and visionary land developer."

James Gallagher

Bridgwater Centre

"Dreamscape has been a lifetime passion of mine. Emeka's team at Nadi Group have an amazing tallent for understanding my vision. Their knowledge of multiple aspects of eco-friendly, sustainable, regenerative and hi-tech architecture, urban design and engineering, taught me a whole bunch and crystalized my vision without making me feel naive. They are really a creative and collaborative bunch, and I couldn't have gotten this far without their help. I would recommend the Nadi Group to anyone looking to attempt something big and visionary!"

Anthony Pincho

Dreamscape One

“The Nadi Group provided valuable insight in assessing a development opportunity for an outdoor visitor accommodation project. We needed expertise to provide conceptual planning. Nadi Group were professional, extremely knowledgeable about the market and trends, provided excellent analysis and reporting and were cognizant of all deliverable timelines. As a team, they provide full-service consulting and understand the outdoor RV and camping business inside and out. I highly recommend their services.”

Marian Olin

Santa Cruz Harbor

“For over two decades our firm has worked closely with Donald C. Westphal Associates, relying on their 50-year expertise in RV park and campground land planning and design. Time and time again, Don has proven to be the ‘master’ of RV park planning, seamlessly building on our feasibility studies and market assessments to deliver fantastic results for our clients. As Westphal Associates (now Nadi Group) transitions to the next generation of RV park design and consulting, we are excited to have Emeka Nnadi and the Nadi Group as our exclusive land planning and design partner—building on the proven land planning legacy with enhanced services including detailed outdoor amenity, camping and architectural design for today’s and tomorrow’s campers.”

Jayne Cohen

Campground Consulting Group

"Manitoba Housing’s Land Development Branch has utilized the services of the Nadi Group team for almost 15 years in the development of the Bridgwater Neighborhoods, a 1400-acre development in the southwest of Winnipeg. Nadi Design understands the vision, and process of the Bridgwater development. Nadi Design has provided critical planning, urban design and landscape architectural expertise. Nadi Group has a thoughtful, resourceful and passionate team that provides cost effective and client-focused options within the project; always giving us the technical and design input we needed to make informed decisions. Turnaround time in deliverables is top notch and the team is consistent in their approach to maintaining project and service integrity. In addition, the team is innovative and talented problem solvers."

Jamie Patrick

Manitoba Housing and Renewal Corporation

"We at Discovery Homes appreciate the way Nadi Group conducts their business. They exemplify how to manage architectural guidelines for development in a way that beautifully maintains the overarching architectural vision, while also being customer-friendly. As coordinator of Selections and Approvals at Discovery, it is very important to have someone that I can connect with directly and on time when questions or issues arise with a build. This reason is why I am so grateful to have Malvin Soh as my contact at Nadi Group. I know he is just a phone call away and will work with me to achieve a design that my clients will love and that will blend beautifully with the already beautiful design of the Bridgwater development. Thank you to Malvin and Nadi Group for all that you do to help us, as builders, create the dream homes our customers desire!"

Murray Soko

Discovery Homes Ltd.

Get Started On Your Project Today

To jump start our collaboration, use our interactive pre-qualification form to provide us with details about your project. If you are a successful 'fit', you will be prompted to schedule a consultation meeting with team, where you will receive:

  • Strategic Project Insights - Get personalized advice that aligns perfectly with your project's goals
  • Comprehensive Budget Planning - Understand your financial commitments upfront
  • Direct Access to Industry Experts - Connect with seasoned architects offering innovative, executable solutions

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about our architectural services and how we create innovative spaces that contribute to Detroit's renaissance.

How Do You Approach Adaptive Reuse in Detroit?

We begin by honoring each building's unique character while identifying opportunities for contemporary functionality. Our approach balances preservation of Detroit's industrial heritage with modern sustainability practices, creating spaces that respect history while meeting current needs.

What Makes Your Approach Unique in Detroit's Market?

We combine boutique attention with comprehensive capabilities, delivering designs that address Detroit's unique challenges. Our integrated practice unites architectural vision with practical solutions for neighborhood revitalization and community-centered design.

How Do You Incorporate Community Engagement in Detroit Projects?

Community voice is essential to Detroit's rebirth. We implement collaborative design processes that engage neighborhood stakeholders from concept through completion, ensuring our projects reflect local character and serve genuine community needs.

What Types of Projects Do You Handle in Detroit?

Our portfolio spans adaptive reuse, mixed-use developments, community spaces, and commercial revitalization throughout Detroit. Each project benefits from our integrated expertise in architecture, urban design, and landscape architecture.

How Do You Address Sustainability in Detroit's Urban Context?

We integrate sustainable practices specifically tailored to Detroit's environmental challenges and opportunities. This includes stormwater management, energy efficiency strategies, and materials selection that prioritizes both environmental health and local economic impact.

Let's Design Detroit's Future Together

Join us in creating architecture that defines tomorrow's Detroit. Schedule your consultation to begin exploring how we can transform your vision into reality.

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