Coordinating 85 specialists in cost, build, and design
CUAIK: NOBU ARCOS
Lessons
About the practice
85 specialists pushing design boundaries
CUAIK is a Mexico City-based architecture and design firm with over 85 specialists spanning construction, cost advisory, and in-house artistry. Known for pushing design boundaries while keeping projects grounded in comfort and detail, they’ve delivered award-winning spaces for high-profile clients.
The issue
Spreadsheets, PDFs, and a restaurant that never closed
Before Programa, CUAIK managed specifications, schedules, and updates across spreadsheets, PDFs, and scattered communication channels. On a high-pressure project like Nobu Arcos - where the restaurant never closed—this meant constant risk of misalignment, missed updates, and wasted hours chasing information.
The fix
Real-time updates for teams and contractors
CUAIK transitioned fully to Programa for project management, schedules, product libraries, budgeting, and time tracking. Real-time updates, contractor access, and visual tools like mood boards kept the team and stakeholders aligned - reducing admin and cutting turnaround times for changes.
The result
Award-winning delivery without disrupting service
Nobu Arcos was delivered without disrupting operations, earning praise for its warmth, detail, and execution. CUAIK credits Programa with saving hours of admin, improving budget control, and creating a shared knowledge base that accelerates future projects while preserving design quality.
