Business Details
23 Years
experience
Award-Winning Custom Home Builders in San Diego
Nakhshab Development Design is an award-winning architecture, engineering, construction, and design studio established in 2003. As a family-owned business rooted in San Diego, we specialize in creating homes that foster multigenerational living and community connection. Our approach integrates architectural design, structural engineering, permits, construction, and interior design under one roof, ensuring seamless project execution. With LEED-certified expertise and California General Contractor licenses A & B, we prioritize sustainability, meticulous craftsmanship, and innovative solutions for challenging sites. Our team, led by Soheil Nakhshab and his brother Nima, combines decades of experience with a collaborative philosophy that values client input and environmental harmony.Recognized by Dwell, Houzz, and San Diego Magazine, we focus on building spaces for real life rather than showpieces. Our Master Builder Philosophy ensures accountability through one point of contact, while our boutique model delivers cost efficiency without compromising quality. We embrace complex projects others avoid, transforming unbuildable lots into functional, beautiful homes. With international design recognition, we remain committed to creating residences that balance privacy with communal living spaces, reflecting both client needs and our guiding principle: designing homes where life's most cherished memories are made.
Services
Architectural Design
Construction Management
Interior Design
LEED Certification
Custom Home Building
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of multigenerational building expertise
- Our LEED-certified team prioritizes sustainable construction practices
- We provide one-call accountability through integrated design-build services
- We specialize in developing challenging San Diego lots others avoid
- Our work has received recognition from Dwell and San Diego Magazine
Associations and certifications
- LEED AP (Accredited Professional)
What people say
Award-winning designs
Collaborative process
Sustainable practices
Challenging site expertise
Multigenerational focus
Services
Architectural Design
Our architectural design service creates custom residences that balance modern aesthetics with functional living spaces. We specialize in mid-century modern and contemporary styles tailored to San Diego's climate. Our process integrates client vision with environmental considerations to produce award-winning designs recognized by industry publications.
Construction Management
We provide end-to-end construction management from permitting through completion. Our licensed team handles all aspects including engineering, material sourcing, and subcontractor coordination. This comprehensive approach ensures quality control while maintaining project timelines and budgets for both single-family and multi-unit developments.
Interior Design
Our interior design service focuses on creating functional, beautiful living environments that reflect client personalities. We emphasize natural light integration and multigenerational usability while maintaining cohesive design themes throughout each residence. The service includes material selection, furniture specification, and custom millwork design.
LEED Certification
As LEED-certified professionals, we implement sustainable building practices that reduce environmental impact. Our green building solutions include energy-efficient systems, eco-friendly materials, and water conservation strategies. These practices create healthier living spaces while meeting rigorous environmental standards for modern residential construction.
Custom Home Building
We specialize in building custom homes tailored to unique lot conditions and client needs. Our design-build approach ensures seamless execution from concept through completion. Services include site analysis, budget planning, and construction of high-quality residences that prioritize both aesthetic appeal and long-term functionality for San Diego homeowners.
People
Soheil Nakhshab
Founder & Lead Designer
Soheil leads design efforts with 20+ years of experience, combining childhood inspiration from his builder father with formal architectural training. He oversees creative direction while maintaining client collaboration throughout projects.
Nima Nakhshab
Construction Manager
Nima manages construction operations with technical expertise in structural engineering and project execution. He ensures quality control and adherence to timelines across all residential developments.
Sasan Nakhshab
General Manager
Sasan provides strategic oversight as general manager, drawing from decades of engineering experience with the City of San Diego and construction expertise from his Iranian building background.
Amy Reed
Project Architect
Amy leads architectural design for custom residences, specializing in mid-century modern adaptations. She manages client relationships and design development for single-family home projects.
Luis Ramirez
Senior Designer
Luis contributes to both residential and multi-family projects with expertise in space planning and material selection. He has led design teams for multiple award-winning developments.
Questions
What types of homes do you specialize in?
We specialize in modern custom single-family homes and multi-unit residential developments with a focus on mid-century design elements.
Are you licensed for construction in California?
Yes, we hold both California General Contractor licenses A & B for comprehensive construction services.
Do you handle difficult building sites?
We specialize in developing challenging lots that other San Diego architects might consider unbuildable.
How do you ensure project quality?
Our design-build approach with in-house oversight ensures quality control through every construction phase.
What sustainability certifications do you have?
We are LEED-certified professionals implementing eco-friendly building practices and materials.
How long have you been in business?
We've been creating custom homes since 2003 with multigenerational building expertise.
Reviews (6)
Kow Row
Jul 16, 2021
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Was told there was only a few units left, then was left high and dry. They have a million phone numbers but no one picks up or returns calls. Maybe they're selective without even running a background check? I can't imagine how hard it would be to work with them if something went wrong with the units.
Salomon Daniel
Jun 08, 2019
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NDD brings nothing but exciting and well executed projects to our city. In a city with rapid growth like San Diego, we are lucky to have developers like NDD who care about the built environment and our communities.
Kevin McIntosh
Jun 05, 2019
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I have worked with NDD on various projects and have visited all of their properties. Their work product, professionalism and attention to detail is top notch. They continue to improve San Diego neighborhoods with their beautiful "mid century" inspired designs, restoration of exhisting historcial structures and postive social and environmental impacts. Keep up the great work. I cant wait to have you build my future dream home!
Derek Osborn
Mar 06, 2019
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I have lived in San Diego for quite some time now. All I have to say is the Nakhshab group does an outstanding job with the design and construction in ALL their buildings. Some have that mid centurn inspired look to them that not all people appreciate. But I love it. Keep the good work guys!
Tyler Wallace
Nov 24, 2018
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Great team here at Nakhshab, really good people to work with and they know how to get it done right. They care about design, but are also builders and engineers, so they have the expertise. Projects aren't overbuilt, so they're cost effective in that regard.
Brendan Foote
Nov 21, 2018
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NDD is a truly professional group. Family owned and operated, they take tremendous pride in their projects, push design and architecture to high standards and develop community based assets that enhance neighborhoods. Lucky to have firms like NDD in San Diego creating special places for people to live, work and play.
