Jeffery Nader, NCARB

Studio Director

Jeffery is an experienced architectural retail designer with extensive project management expertise and a strong creative vision. He has demonstrated his talent across a wide range of design and development projects, consistently bringing innovative ideas to life for almost two decades.

Jeffery’s work spans various commercial project types, including hospitality, grocery, government facilities and healthcare. However, his passion shines in retail and restaurant design.

Jeffery earned his Bachelor’s degree in Architectural Engineering from the University of Cincinnati and a Master’s in Architecture from the University of Michigan. Before joining api(+), he gained valuable retail design experience at well-regarded firms such as Studio H2G, Miter House, and Rick Swisher Architect Inc.

A true artisan at heart, Jeffery channels his craftsmanship into designing and building furniture outside of work. His creativity also comes alive in the kitchen, where he enjoys preparing traditional Lebanese dishes. Of all his pursuits, his most cherished role is being father to his new daughter.

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Jeffery has contributed to the success of clients + projects such as:

Regency Centers
Seritage Growth Properties
Target
Stellar Partners
Disney World
Chick-fil-a
Bloomin’ Brands
BTI Partners
ShopRite
Collier Enterprises
Kroger
Wendy’s
Chicken Guy! by Guy Fieri
WS Development
Powell’s Supermarket
CBRE
Walgreens
Burger King
Planet Hollywood
CASTO Southeast
OLIVIA by Chef Ponte
Surf Style
Starbucks
McDonald’s