Mission
We design, engineer, and supervise projects to deliver safe, functional, and lasting built environments.
About Nemad.
An Ethiopian architecture and engineering practice. Get to know our approach and the people behind our work.
01Our practice
A multidisciplinary practice built for complex work.
Nemad brings architecture, engineering, planning, and construction supervision into one coordinated consulting practice serving public and private clients across Ethiopia.
Vision
To be recognised as one of the most trusted architecture and engineering firms in East Africa.
Evolution
From foundation to multidisciplinary delivery.
Established in 2014 as a Level 3 firm, Nemad has grown into a highly competitive Level 1 architectural consulting office with a proven record in Ethiopia's construction industry.
The practice has invested in professional leadership, technical staff development, efficient organisation, expert counsel, and project delivery standards. This institutional focus supports complex multidisciplinary assignments and dependable relationships with clients, financial institutions, insurers, and suppliers.
Strategic priorities
- Establish an in-house soil testing facility with a fully functional laboratory.
- Position the company as a premier leader in architectural and engineering consulting.
Quality policy
“To consistently deliver services that fulfill client expectations and enable our clients to realize their development ambitions.”
Core values
Public Trust
To be recognized by society as a reliable, faithful, and trusted partner.
Conducive Working Environment
To foster a supportive workplace that inspires creativity and operational excellence.
Professional disciplines
Architectural Design & Master Planning Interior & Landscape Design Structural Engineering Civil & Infrastructure Engineering Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing Engineering Quantity Surveying & Tender Documentation Construction Supervision & Contract Administration Project Management & Technical Consultancy
Explore the project record Practice principles
The standards behind every decision.
These principles connect our design thinking, technical calculations, material decisions, and construction supervision.
Precision Engineering
We design strong, secure structures tailored to local ground and earthquake conditions.
Architectural Innovation
We blend modern, practical design with natural lighting and spaces built for how people live and work.
Uncompromising Quality
Our licensed on-site engineers inspect materials, supervise construction quality, and keep projects on schedule.
Sustainable Design
We design energy-smart, durable buildings that lower operating costs and stand the test of time.
02Leadership & Ownership
Engineering Integrity, Thoughtful Design.
Direct leadership oversight on every structural design, site inspection, and active project across Ethiopia.
Class-I Professional Engineer
Arc. Nebiyou Solomon
Founder & Managing Director
Founder & Managing Director • Ministry of Urban Development & Infrastructure Licensed
Managing Director's Statement
With over 24 years of multidisciplinary engineering consultancy experience, Eng. Nebiyou directs Nemad's practice convictions, ensuring structural longevity, statutory compliance, and rigorous engineering ethics across every commission.
Professional LicenseClass-I Professional Structural Engineer (MUDI Reg. 2011/04)
EducationB.Sc. Civil Engineering • M.Sc. Structural Engineering (AAiT)
Professional MembershipsEthiopian Association of Civil Engineers (EACE)
Areas of ExpertiseSeismic Dynamic Analysis, Reinforced Concrete & Deep Foundations
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People behind the practice
Leadership Team
Architects, engineers, and specialists coordinating Nemad's work.
Mikiyas Abebe
Site Engineer
engineeringResults-driven Site Engineer with expertise in managing on-site operations, structural execution, and quality control. Dedicated to delivering engineering projects safely, on time, and to precise specifications.
Eng. Yosef Addis
Site Engineer
engineeringSite Engineer overseeing daily project execution, technical compliance, and team coordination to ensure seamless on-site operations and structural integrity.
Arc. Bezawit Teshome
Chief Architect & Head of Design Studio
Architectural StudioArc. Bezawit leads architectural conceptualization and BIM workflows at Nemad, merging contemporary spatial aesthetics with regional Ethiopian vernacular and bioclimatic efficiency.