Bobby Nicolle is the Practice Manager at Deicke Richards, bringing more than twenty-five years of experience across architecture, consulting, hospitality, operations, HR, and finance. With a Bachelor of Commerce and Administration from Victoria University of Wellington and extensive professional development across quality management, systems implementation, Fair Work compliance and leadership coaching, Bobby brings a considered and people-centred approach to practice operations.
At Deicke Richards, Bobby oversees the operational and financial functions of the practice, ensuring teams have the clarity, structure and support they need to deliver high-quality architectural and urban design work. He works across all sectors of the practice to strengthen the systems that underpin project delivery.
Bobby values the collaborative culture of Deicke Richards and the generosity and purpose that drive the practice. His focus is on enabling others to do their best work by building a stable, efficient and people-focused environment. He believes that strong systems create the conditions for creativity to flourish, and his approach is grounded in transparency, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Bobby’s recent work includes leading the operational transformation of Deicke Richards, reshaping finance systems, reporting structures and business processes, and supporting long-term strategic planning. Bobby is motivated by creating a practice where people feel supported, clients feel confident and the work contributes meaningfully to the communities the studio serves.
Qualifications
B Commerce & Administration, Accounting, Marketing & Management