The word “Nimkat” (neem-kat) translates to “bench” in Persian—a place to sit, connect, and share moments.
Farzad and Ghazaleh are photographers and cinematographers who combine their expertise to focus on architecture, interior design, and furniture. With over 15 years of colective experience, they specialize in capturing the visual language of brands and elevating their stories through compeling, thoughtful imagery.
The Nimkat is a team of international creatives based in Toronto. Originaly from Iran, Farzad and Ghazaleh bring the richness of Persian culture and a deep appreciation for architectural heritage to their work. Their global perspective and nuanced understanding of place alow them to capture the essence of diverse environments, creating visuals that reflect the unique character of each project.
GHAZALEH
With a passion for observing the sense of place in its finest details, Ghazaleh has embarked on her journey to create professional films for interior and architectural projects. Raised in a culturaly rich environment shaped by Persian art and architecture, she developed a deep appreciation for life’s rhythm; an influence that continues to shape her cinematic storyteling and artistic perspective.
She believes in thoughtful representation of space and architecture through filmmaking.
FARZAD
Based in Toronto, Farzad has been delivering expert architectural photography services across Canada since 2023, supported by over a decade of experience in Iran. Farzad brings not only a refined eye for Interior design and product photography but also a depth of experience that supports brands, designers, and creatives in telling their stories through powerful imagery.
He believes in meaningful moments, captured through images that connect us to the projects.
Awards
2023 BEST of BEST , The Architecture MasterPrize, interior Photography,
Interior product category, “The Chemistry Between Armchair and Piano”
2023 BEST of BEST , The Architecture MasterPrize, Architecture
Photography, Residential Exterior category, “Hesar’s Villa”
2023 BEST of BEST , The Architecture MasterPrize, interior Photography,
2023 Honorable Mention, Architecture MasterPrize, Exterior Photography, Other Exterior category, “Unpublished locations”
2023 Honored as “New Talent of Architectural Photography of Year”, Loop Design Award.
2023 “Hesar’s Villa”, Architecture Portfolio, Category Winner, Loop Design Award
2023 “Skincare Clinic”, Interior Photography, Category Winner, Loop Design Award
2023 “The Unique Barbershop”, Interior Photography, Category Winner, Loop Design Award
2023 “Shah-e-Pariun” , Product Photography, Category Winner, Loop Design Award
2023 “Armchairs in Pose”, Product Photography, Category Winner, Loop Design Award
2023 “The Chemistry between Chair and Piano” Product Photography, Citation Winner, Loop Design Award
2023 “Museum of Parviz Tanavoli” Product Photography, Citation Winner, Loop Design Award
2023 “The Inspiring Backdrop” Product Photography, Citation Winner, Loop Design Award
2023 “Unpublished Location”, Architecture Fine Art, Category Winner, Loop Design Award
2022 M-Mode Community Award, Nominated in Second Place.
2022 1st Place, Urban Spaces category, The 5th Iranian National Biennial of Architecture and Urbanism.
2022 3rd Place, Contemporary Building category, The 5th Iranian National Biennial of Architecture and Urbanism.
Selected publication
Education & Memberships
Member of The Association of Independent Architectural Photographers (AIAP), Since 2019.
Member of Iranian national photographer’s society (INPS), 2016 – 2023.
Member of Iranian Advertising, Architectural and Industrial Association (IRAN AIPA) 2016 – 2017.
Holds Master of Applied Art in Photography, Tehran Art University, Tehran, 2013 – 2017
