CURRICULUM VITAE

DR. NAJAH BINTI MD ALWI

(M.ARCH (SUSTAINABLE DESIGN)(2011), DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY(2020))
Dr. Najah Md Alwi is a Senior Lecturer at Universiti Malaya specialising in sustainable architecture, building design urban studies, and environmental-social sustainability in the built environment. With over fifteen years of international experience in New Zealand, Malaysia, and the UK, she focuses on biophilic design, energy-efficient buildings, and inclusive urban spaces. Holding a PhD in Social Science (Architecture & Urban Landscape) and a Master's in Sustainable Design,she actively collaborates with industry and policymakers to advance climate resilience and net-zero buildings. Dr Najah is also Green Building Index (GBI)-accredited professional, a current PAM ESG Committee member, and a Council Member of EUROPH for Human Habitat & Settlement. Dr. Najah is part of the research supervision team at Universiti Malaya. Interchangeably a member of the Green Sustainable Architecture Lab (GSAL) and Urban Community Architecture Lab (UCAL), she contributes to sustainable design innovations and advocates for low-carbon, future, and social well-being. Currently her research centres on circular economy and green infrastructure technologies. She also welcomes PhD and Master’s students interested in exploring innovative approaches to sustainable design and urban planning. Students who wish to explore the intersection of economical, environmental, social, and cultural sustainability in architecture and urban spaces are encouraged to apply.
PROFILE
Address
Department of Architecture, Faculty of Built Environment Office of The, University of Malaya, 50603 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Website
umexpert.um.edu.my/najah.alwi
CONTACT
Telephone
0379676899
Email
najah.alwi
najah.alwi
RESEARCH ID
QR Code
Orcid id
https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7081-8631
Researcher id
IAP-3069-2023
Scopus id
57226386832
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION
Diploma, Architecture, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM),
Master Degree, Architecture, University of Auckland,
Doctoral Degree (Phd), Architecture, University of Nottingham, 2020
Bachelor Degree, Architecture, Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand, 2011
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP/ FELLOWSHIP
Board Member, Eastern Regional Organisation for Planning and Housing, International
Member, Royal Institute of British Architects, International
Member, Malaysia Green Building Council, National
WORKING EXPERIENCE
Adt Architect Atelier (Feb. 2013 to Feb. 2014)
Senibina
Evaluation - Article in Journal (Jan. 2024 to Apr. 2024)
Evaluation - Article in Journal (Oct. 2024 to Oct. 2025)
RESEARCH ACHIEVEMENT
Research Areas
Green Building & Sustainability, Post Occupancy Evaluation, Social Spaces, Study of sensory spaces, Inclusive Design
H Index: 2.00
Total Journal Publication: 4
Sum of Citation: 16.00
Books: 0
Proceedings: 0
Research Grants: More than RM One million three hundred and sixty five thousand four hundred and fifty two