Business Details
31 Years
experience
Trusted Healthcare Architects in Miami, FL
Founded in 1995, Naya Architects has established itself as a leader in healthcare facility design, delivering personalized architectural solutions tailored to client needs. Our team combines over 25 years of collective experience in healthcare and institutional design with advanced CADD technology to ensure precision and efficiency. We specialize in new construction, renovations, and facility assessments while maintaining deep expertise in navigating local, state, and national regulatory codes. Our commitment to sustainability through LEED-certified practices reduces operational costs and enhances occupant well-being. With a proven track record of over 200 projects regulated by the Agency for Health Care Administration, we prioritize client relationships and community impact.Our multidisciplinary services include interior design, master planning, and project management, supported by a staff with decades of technical and regulatory expertise. We serve healthcare providers across Florida's Tri-County Area and North Florida, ensuring quality through continuous innovation and client collaboration. Our success is built on client recommendations, reflecting our dedication to exceeding expectations in every project. As a mid-sized firm, we maintain agility while delivering large-scale project capabilities, ensuring personalized attention to every client. Our leadership team, including founder Luis E. Naya, brings decades of regional healthcare design experience, fostering trust through transparency and accountability.
Services
Architecture
Interior Design
Project Management
Master Planning
Facility Assessments
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of healthcare-specific architectural experience
- LEED-certified sustainable design expertise
- Personalized service with regional regulatory knowledge
- Advanced CADD technology for precision projects
- Proven track record with 200+ regulated healthcare projects
Associations and certifications
- AIA
- LEED AP
- NCARB
Services
Architecture
We provide comprehensive architectural design for healthcare facilities, including new construction and renovations. Our services cover schematic design through construction documentation, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. Our team specializes in creating functional, code-compliant spaces that enhance patient care environments while maintaining aesthetic appeal and operational efficiency.
Interior Design
Our interior design services focus on creating therapeutic healthcare environments that balance functionality with comfort. We specialize in medical facility layouts, material selection, and wayfinding systems. Our designs prioritize infection control, accessibility, and staff workflow efficiency while maintaining compliance with healthcare-specific design standards and safety regulations.
Project Management
We offer end-to-end project management for healthcare construction projects, including budget control and schedule coordination. Our team manages contractor bids, quality assurance, and regulatory approvals. We provide continuous oversight from design development through construction completion, ensuring projects meet technical specifications while maintaining operational continuity for healthcare providers.
Master Planning
Our master planning services create long-term development strategies for healthcare campuses and systems. We analyze facility needs, regulatory requirements, and growth projections to develop phased implementation plans. Our approach integrates sustainability principles and future-proofing strategies while ensuring compliance with healthcare delivery models and operational requirements.
Facility Assessments
We conduct comprehensive facility evaluations including ADA compliance studies and historic preservation assessments. Our team identifies code violations, maintenance needs, and operational inefficiencies in existing healthcare facilities. We provide detailed reports with prioritized recommendations for upgrades, renovations, or regulatory compliance improvements.
People
Luis E. Naya
President & Founder
With nearly 40 years of healthcare architecture experience, Luis founded Naya Architects in 1995. A LEED AP and NCARB-certified architect, he specializes in regulatory compliance and has completed 200+ healthcare projects across Florida. His expertise includes navigating AHCA requirements and creating sustainable medical facilities.
Jose Bendezu
Senior Project Manager
Bringing 35 years of design experience, Jose oversees healthcare facility projects with a focus on regulatory compliance. As a University of Miami graduate, he manages design production for medical facilities statewide, combining technical expertise with client-focused solutions to ensure successful project delivery.
Veronica De La Torre
Construction Management
Veronica manages construction projects with six years of healthcare facility experience. A Florida International University graduate, she specializes in cost control, contract administration, and construction documentation. Her expertise includes interior buildouts and building envelope systems for medical facilities.
Gustavo Cadalso
Project Manager
With 30 years of architectural experience, Gustavo specializes in healthcare design and historic preservation. He manages project coordination and drafting, applying colonial restoration expertise to modern medical facility projects while maintaining compliance with current building codes and healthcare standards.
Ivette M. Naya
Office Manager
Ivette oversees daily operations with 20 years of administrative experience at Naya Architects. She manages office systems, staff coordination, and client communications, ensuring smooth internal operations that support the firm's commitment to exceptional client service in healthcare architecture projects.
Questions
What healthcare facility types do you specialize in?
We specialize in hospitals, urgent care centers, diagnostic facilities, and medical office buildings, with experience in both new construction and renovations of existing healthcare spaces.
How do you handle regulatory compliance?
Our team has 25+ years of experience navigating AHCA requirements and local healthcare codes, ensuring all projects meet federal, state, and local regulatory standards through proactive design solutions.
Can you manage large-scale healthcare projects?
Yes, we've completed over $150 million in healthcare construction projects, including complex renovations and new facilities, with current projects exceeding $5 million in development value.
Do you offer sustainable design options?
We incorporate LEED-certified practices and green building strategies to reduce operating costs, enhance occupant wellness, and meet environmental regulations for all healthcare facility projects.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Florida's Tri-County Area (Broward, Miami-Dade, Monroe) and North Florida regions, working with healthcare providers across the state for over 25 years.
How do you ensure client satisfaction?
We maintain open communication throughout projects, provide personalized service, and prioritize client needs, evidenced by our 20+ year relationships with major healthcare systems in the region.
