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Scyna Matrix
Architecture/Engineering/People/Places

Architecture, engineeringand delivery with intent.

A multidisciplinary practice creating better places, stronger systems and more confident project outcomes across disciplines.

2005

Established

Nigeria

Project experience

Integrated

Design + delivery

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Our practice

We bring disciplines togetherto create places that endure.

Founded in 2005, Scyna Matrix brings together architecture, engineering, urban design, construction and project/facility management within an integrated multidisciplinary practice.

The work covers residential, commercial, institutional and infrastructure projects, including tall buildings, transportation facilities, warehousing and industrial development.

About the practice
Architecture

Architecture withpresence.

Architectural imagery from the practice, spanning individual buildings and larger developments.

Explore projects

Buildings, public space and the settings in which they are used.

Leadership

The people behindour vision.

Meet the leadership guiding our approach to design, engineering and project delivery.

Arc. Isma'ila Tafida, Principal & Chief Executive Officer

Principal & Chief Executive Officer

Arc. Isma'ila Tafida

An architect and multidisciplinary practice leader, Arc. Isma'ila Tafida guides Scyna Matrix's architectural vision, engineering collaborations and project delivery. His professional experience spans Nigeria and other African markets, including Tchad, Cameroon, Niger and Ghana.

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Our leadership team

  • Arc. (Dr.) Ibrahim Hamza, Director / Partner

    Arc. (Dr.) Ibrahim Hamza

    Director / Partner

    An architect and project management professional whose experience spans architectural practice, housing, facility management and public administration. He is a co-founder of Scyna Matrix and has held senior responsibilities in federal and state institutions.

  • Dr. Ahmed Abdullahi, Associate / Partner

    Dr. Ahmed Abdullahi

    Associate / Partner

    A building and asset management specialist with academic and consulting experience in sustainable energy and the built environment. His background combines advanced research, professional consultancy and contributions to Scyna Matrix's project work.

  • Engr. (Dr.) Umar Alfa Abubakar, Associate / Partner

    Engr. (Dr.) Umar Alfa Abubakar

    Associate / Partner

    A civil engineer and environmental engineering researcher with experience in construction, urban water systems and low-energy water treatment. His professional background brings together engineering practice, academic research and technical expertise.

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Selected proposals

Envisioning the spacesof tomorrow.

Explore selected proposed developments that reflect our approach to architectural innovation, functionality and contemporary design.

Architectural rendering of the Kaduna Marriott in Kaduna, 2022
Proposed2022

Kaduna Marriott

Kaduna

Architectural rendering of the Kaduna Hilton in Kaduna, 2022
Proposed2022

Kaduna Hilton

Kaduna

Architectural rendering of the Proposed Mixed-Use Development in Kaduna, 2022
Proposed2022

Proposed Mixed-Use Development

Kaduna

Architectural rendering of the Proposed Hotel Development in Maitama, Abuja, 2022
Proposed2022

Proposed Hotel Development

Maitama, Abuja

04Legacy

Since 2005

Built on experience.Shaped by inquiry.

Since 2005, Scyna Matrix has developed a multidisciplinary practice across architecture, engineering, construction and project delivery, working across residential, institutional and infrastructure projects.

The practice combines design thinking, technical discipline and project experience to deliver work responsive to people, context, performance and long-term value.

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Scyna Matrix architectural work

Built on

Experience

Design that responds to context, people and purpose.

2005

Practice established

20+

Years of practice

06Professional / corporate affiliations

Connected to the standardsthat shape the profession.

Our professional affiliations connect us with institutions across architecture, engineering and the built environment.

  • NIA

    Nigerian Institute of Architects

  • COREN

    Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria

  • NIQS

    Nigerian Institute of Quantity Surveyors

  • ARCON

    Architects Registration Council of Nigeria

  • NSE

    Nigerian Society of Engineers

  • NIOB

    Nigerian Institute of Building

  • CPMIN

    Chartered Project Management Institute of Nigeria

  • Urban Design Institute

  • CTBUH

    Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat

  • IHUD

    Institute of Housing and Urban Development

Bankers

The banks that support the practice.

  • Zenith Bank Plc

    Usuma Street, off Gana Street, Maitama, Abuja

  • Guaranty Trust Bank

    GTB ETF Building, Maitama, Abuja

  • Standard Chartered Bank

    Adetokumbo Ademola Street, Wuse II, Abuja

  • Keystone Bank

    32 Gana Street, Maitama, Abuja

  • Providus Bank

    62 Lobito Crescent, Wuse, Abuja

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Our experience

Organisations we'veworked with.

Our project experience spans public institutions, private organisations and developments across Nigeria and beyond.

  • Federal Government of Nigeria

  • State Government

  • Local Government

  • Presidential Committee on Barracks Rehabilitation

  • Nigerian Air Force

  • Pharmacists Council of Nigeria

  • United Bank for Africa (UBA)

  • Sanbell Investment Limited

  • AY Maikifi Oils Limited

  • Global Petroleum Limited (Tchad)

  • Syndicated Investment Limited

  • Solicorn Nig. Ltd.

  • Almussaffir Nig. Ltd.

  • Hauda Oils Limited

  • Government of Republic of Tchad

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The next project startswith a conversation.

Discuss your project, development or built-environment requirements with the Scyna Matrix team.