Who we are
Wachoraji Associates is a design-led architecture and materials firm dedicated to crafting durable, beautiful, and sustainable buildings. Our team merges architectural vision with material expertise, ensuring that every project is cohesive and thoughtfully executed from concept through construction. We are passionate about creating spaces that not only meet the needs of today but also stand the test of time, reflecting our commitment to quality and sustainability in every aspect of our work.
Design that inspires
Wachoraji Associates is a multidisciplinary practice blending architecture and materials expertise to create thoughtful, high‑performance buildings. We deliver end‑to‑end services — from conceptual design and master planning to material specification, procurement, and on‑site coordination — so every project is cohesive, buildable, and enduring.
Our team pairs creative design thinking with technical rigor: elegant forms grounded in structural sense, finishes chosen for longevity and performance, and documentation that makes construction seamless. We work across residential, commercial, and adaptive‑reuse projects, prioritizing sustainability, cost‑effective solutions, and lasting value.
Partnering with developers, owners, and contractors, we translate ambition into precise plans and reliable delivery. At Wachoraji Associates, design integrity and material intelligence guide every decision — because great buildings start with great choices.
What we values
Built to last
Wachoraji Associates is a design-led firm combining architecture and materials expertise to deliver cohesive, buildable, and sustainable projects. We offer end-to-end services: concept and master planning, architectural design, BIM coordination, material specification and procurement, interior fit-out, construction administration, and sustainability consulting.
Focus : Residential, multi-unit housing, commercial, hospitality, industrial, institutional, and adaptive-reuse projects.
Advantages :
- Integrated architecture + materials approach
- Strong supplier network and procurement capability
- Buildability-first documentation and BIM workflows
- Data-driven, sustainable material selection
- Experienced project management for on-time, on-budget delivery
- Process
- Discovery → Concept & material strategy → Detailed design & documentation → Tender & procurement → Construction administration → Handover
We offer
Architectural Design & BIM
Full‑spectrum architectural services from concept to construction documentation, including site analysis, zoning/code review, 3D massing & renderings, spatial planning, client workshops, coordination with structural & MEP consultants, plus BIM modelling, clash detection, federated models and coordinated drawing sets. Extras: Concept sketches, schematic reports, design development packages, presentation boards, photorealistic renders, 3D walkthroughs, permit drawings, and as-built record models.
Material Specification & Audits
Performance‑led material selection with product research, sample procurement, lab testing, durability & maintenance analysis, cost comparisons and specification writing, plus on‑site material audits, mock‑ups and curated sample packs. Extras: Material performance matrices, sustainability scoring (embodied carbon, VOCs), supplier dossiers, warranty reviews, lifecycle cost comparisons, and bespoke sample kits for stakeholder sign-off.
Documentation & Contract Administration
Accurate, coordinated construction documentation and schedules, tender documentation, RFI/submittal management, contract administration, site quality assurance and progress reporting. Extras: Detailed drawing sets, specification manuals, tender packages, bid evaluation reports, contract amendments, progress meeting minutes, and structured handover documentation.
Procurement & Supply
Supplier sourcing, tendering and bid evaluation, negotiations, purchase orders, logistics & delivery tracking, factory inspections, sample approvals and supplier performance monitoring. Extras: Preferred-supplier lists, procurement schedules, delivery coordination plans, customs/logistics support, QA checklists, and consolidated invoicing support.
Interior Fit‑out & FF&E
Finishes selection, FF&E specification, lighting coordination, joinery design, mock‑ups, finishes schedules, installation details and on‑site finishes supervision. Extras: Mood boards, finish palettes, FF&E procurement lists, custom joinery shop drawings, lighting layouts, acoustic treatments, soft‑furnishing coordination, and staging/installation oversight.
Construction Coordination & Supervision
Regular site inspections, contractor coordination, punch‑list verification, change management, cost control and compliance with contract documents and specifications. Extras: Weekly site reports, snag lists with photo records, contractor performance reviews, schedule risk analyses, RFI resolution tracking, and post‑occupancy defect monitoring.
Sustainability & Value Engineering
Energy modelling, passive design strategies, embodied carbon & lifecycle analysis, material health evaluations, plus cost‑optimization, alternative material proposals and cost‑benefit analyses. Extras: Energy-use reduction targets, passive shading/façade strategies, material substitution matrices, payback period calculations, certification support (LEED/BREEAM/local), and post‑occupancy energy monitoring plans.
Adaptive Reuse & Heritage
Historic fabric assessment, structural feasibility, conservation planning, integration of modern services and retrofit strategies for restoring and repurposing existing buildings. Extras: Archival research, measured surveys, heritage impact statements, conservation treatment specifications, phased construction strategies to protect fabric, and guidance on grants/heritage approvals.
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