NJRA Architects

NJRA Architects is a full-service architectural firm based in Murray, Utah, serving clients across the Mountain West region. With over 40 years of experience, the firm specializes in designing healthcare facilities, K-12 educational institutions, commercial buildings, community service centers, and mixed-use developments. Their approach emphasizes deep client engagement, sustainability, and social responsibility, focusing on creating regenerative designs that enhance both the built environment and the quality of life. The firm is licensed in multiple western states and offers comprehensive services including master planning, site analysis, sustainable design, value engineering, and construction administration. With a perfect 5.00 rating and a strong reputation for client satisfaction, NJRA Architects is recognized for delivering thoughtful, innovative solutions tailored to each project’s unique mission.

Founded in 1977 by Gerald R. Nichols, the firm began as Gerald R. Nichols & Associates in a small office beneath the Rio Grande Hotel with just three employees. In 1998, it was incorporated as NJRA Architects, Inc., expanding its leadership to include Vinson M. Johnson and Wayne Ricks. After Nichols retired in 2008, Selvam Rajavelu, who joined the firm in 1990 after graduating from the University of Utah, became president. The firm’s culture is rooted in curiosity, empathy, and resilience, with a strong emphasis on work-life balance, diversity, and community involvement. NJRA Architects values collaboration, celebrates milestones, and actively supports causes aligned with its mission of improving society through design.

The firm is located at 5223 W Ascension Way, Suite 350, in Murray, Utah, within a commercial corridor that serves as a hub for professional services in the area. Its location places it within easy reach of major transportation routes and city amenities, supporting accessibility for clients and team members alike. The office is situated in a modern business complex, reflecting the firm’s commitment to sustainable and forward-thinking design in both practice and environment.

NJRA Architects is known for its long-standing dedication to excellence in design, sustainability, and client-centered innovation. The firm’s enduring presence in the region, combined with its consistent delivery of high-impact projects, establishes it as a trusted leader in architecture across Utah and beyond. Their work continues to reflect a deep commitment to shaping communities through thoughtful, human-centered design.