Who we are
MND - Michel Nachef Decor is
an interior architecture firm founded in 1996 after seven years of experience
in the UAE.
MND has established its
success through a strong reputation for excellence, dependability, and
exceptional service. Its business portfolio encompasses a wide spectrum of
projects, including nurseries, residential developments, leisure facilities.
MND has an extensive client
list, which includes international fashion houses, government departments,
petrochemical companies, education authorities and international banks. You can
rely on MND to complete work as requested, on time and to an agreed budget.
what we do
At our core, we believe in
the power of design to transform spaces and create experiences. We approach
every project with a dedication to lasting beauty, uncompromising quality, and
thoughtful functionality. Our goal is to inspire and uplift, creating environments
that spark imagination and elevate the spirit.
Each project focuses on balancing contemporary design, trends and traditions, technology,
and sustainability.
Our mission
MND is dedicated to collaborating
closely with the clients to achieve their unique objectives. Each project we
undertake is driven by distinct business requirements, and we channel all our
efforts toward fulfilling those requirements. Since 1996, our unwavering
commitment has been to deliver enduring, functional designs that are completed
on schedule and within the client’s budget.
We
combine the talent and experience of professional designers to deliver a truly
turnkey service, from original planning and design to supervision of
construction.
methodology & approach
1. Programming & Planning Phase
Programming is the
information gathering phase and start of the preliminary conceptual planning
and specification. The planning of a project is when we set the goals,
objectives, and strategies: we define what must be done, the team that will
work on it, how long it will take and how much it will cost.
·
Assessment
of client’s needs.
·
Establishment
of goals and objectives.
·
Concept
development.
·
Definition
of functional needs: Adjacencies; Space requirements; Furniture, fixtures and
equipment (FF&E).
·
Definition
of business drivers: (commercial projects): Infrastructure; Growth; Expense to
move to another location.
·
Assess
project resources and limitations.
·
Identify
life, safety, and code requirements.
· Determine the need for, make recommendations, and coordinate with consultants and other specialists when required by professional practice or regulatory approval.
2. Conceptual Design
·
Discuss
client’s function, vision, budget.
·
Preliminary
layout solutions, construction methods and materials and recommended furniture.
· Visual concepts, analysis, sketches, model, photographs.
3. Budget estimate & Schedule
·
Design
concept reflected in the budget and schedule.
·
Project
budget presented as a preliminary estimate according to phases. Construction
cost, Furniture cost and Incidental expenses.
4. Design Development
After the Concept Design is
approved, the next stage is to start work on the detail drawings, since at this
point, most of the design and materials have been finalized. These drawings
include construction /demolition and Measurement layout, Flooring layout,
Electrical layouts, Ceiling plan and Elevations.
5. Implementation Phase
After working drawings are
complete, the final stage is to start work on implementing the design. During
this phase, our designers also help the Client buy the furniture and
accessories and other items needed for implementation.
6. Project Completion
After completing the site work, we prepare a list of any remaining small items needing attention. We also discuss the care and maintenance of all the new finishes, furnishings, and equipment.