Staff Directory
Academic Qualifications
- Doctor of Philosophy in Architecture - Doctor of Philosophy, University of Strathclyde
- Master of Science in Computer Aided Enviromental Design - Masters Degree, University of Sheffield
- Bachelor of Architecture - Bachelor Degree, Texas Technology University
Fadzidah Binti Abdullah (Assoc. Prof. Dr.)
Associate Professor
IIUM Gombak Campus
KULLIYYAH OF ARCHITECTURE AND ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN
fadzidah@iium.edu.my
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Expert Profile
Asst. Prof. Dr. Fadzidah Abdullah has been working in IIUM since 1998. She was among those pioneers who worked hard into establishing the Kulliyyah of Architecture and Environmental Design (KAED), International Islamic University Malaysia. She had the chance to experience teaching the first cohort of architecture students who enrolled in 1998. Prior to become an academician, Dr. Fadzidah had experienced working in private architectural firm for 3 years, and later in Public Work Department (JKR) for another 3 years.
Dr. Fadzidah has held some administrative posts such as Head of Department of Architecture, and Academic Advisor; for both programs of Bachelor of Architecture, and Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies.
Dr. Fadzidah is actively involved in doing research in the area of architectural education, architectural heritage, inclusive design and computer aided design (CAD). She has interest on advancing architectural education using contemporary digital technology, by expanding the usage of virtual reality into exploring the potential of augmented reality in CAD. In term of consultancy, Dr. Fadzidah involved in the following projects: Master Plan of IIUM Campus (IIUM, 2013), Access Audit of Malaysian main Cities (KUDU, 2008), and Master Plan of Matriculation campus in Janda Baik, Pahang (IIUM, 2001).
On international scene, Dr. Fadzidah currently involves in Joint Summer School Program (JSSP), a collaborative project between IIUM and Faith Sultan Mehmet Waqf University (FSMWU). Formerly, she had worked collaboratively with academics in Asia-Pacific University of Bangladesh for research on Heritage Architecture, and with academics in University of Bung Hatta, Indonesia, for research on Minangkabau Architecture. She also involved in IIUM promotion and was sent to several countries for such purposes.
Dr. Fadzidah has held some administrative posts such as Head of Department of Architecture, and Academic Advisor; for both programs of Bachelor of Architecture, and Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies.
Dr. Fadzidah is actively involved in doing research in the area of architectural education, architectural heritage, inclusive design and computer aided design (CAD). She has interest on advancing architectural education using contemporary digital technology, by expanding the usage of virtual reality into exploring the potential of augmented reality in CAD. In term of consultancy, Dr. Fadzidah involved in the following projects: Master Plan of IIUM Campus (IIUM, 2013), Access Audit of Malaysian main Cities (KUDU, 2008), and Master Plan of Matriculation campus in Janda Baik, Pahang (IIUM, 2001).
On international scene, Dr. Fadzidah currently involves in Joint Summer School Program (JSSP), a collaborative project between IIUM and Faith Sultan Mehmet Waqf University (FSMWU). Formerly, she had worked collaboratively with academics in Asia-Pacific University of Bangladesh for research on Heritage Architecture, and with academics in University of Bung Hatta, Indonesia, for research on Minangkabau Architecture. She also involved in IIUM promotion and was sent to several countries for such purposes.
Area of Specialisation
- Engineering Tech ~ Applied Sciences And Technologies ~ Architecture ~ Heritage and Conservation - Architectural Education
- Engineering Tech ~ Applied Sciences And Technologies ~ Architecture ~ Building Design
Professional Membership
- 2017 - 2025 : Member of Profesional Body / Association: (member AG/F 148), Lembaga Arkitek Malaysia
Teaching Responsibilities
| ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 1 (STUDIO) | 2025/2026 2022/2023 2019/2020 2017/2018 |
| ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 2 (STUDIO) | 2025/2026 2022/2023 2019/2020 2018/2019 2015/2016 2010/2011 |
| ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 3 (STUDIO) | 2024/2025 2021/2022 2020/2021 2018/2019 2014/2015 2013/2014 2012/2013 2011/2012 2010/2011 |
| ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 4 (STUDIO) | 2021/2022 2020/2021 2017/2018 2014/2015 2013/2014 2012/2013 2011/2012 2009/2010 |
| ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 5 (STUDIO) | 2023/2024 2016/2017 2015/2016 |
| ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 6 (STUDIO) | 2023/2024 2016/2017 |
| ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN I (STUDIO) | 2007/2008 |
| ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN II (STUDIO) | 2009/2010 2007/2008 |
| ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN V (STUDIO) | 2009/2010 |
| ARCHITECTURAL GRAPHICS | 2012/2013 2007/2008 2006/2007 |
| BUILDING CONSTRUCTION & MATERIALS | 2008/2009 2007/2008 2006/2007 |
| BUILDING CONSTRUCTION & MATERIALS 2 | 2025/2026 2023/2024 2022/2023 2021/2022 2019/2020 2018/2019 2017/2018 2016/2017 2015/2016 2013/2014 2012/2013 2011/2012 2010/2011 2009/2010 |
| BUILDING CONSTRUCTION & MATERIALS 3 | 2016/2017 2015/2016 2014/2015 2013/2014 2011/2012 2010/2011 2009/2010 2007/2008 2006/2007 |
| BUILDING CONSTRUCTION 1 | 2007/2008 2006/2007 |
| BUILDING CONSTRUCTION 2 | 2007/2008 2006/2007 |
| COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN - 2D | 2000/2001 |
| COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN - 3D | 2017/2018 2001/2002 2000/2001 |
| DESIGN THESIS 1 | 2010/2011 |
| DISSERTATION 1 | 2020/2021 |
| DISSERTATION 2 | 2020/2021 |
| ENVIRONMENTAL PHYSICS | 2001/2002 |
| HABITAT DESIGN I | 2001/2002 |
| HABITAT DESIGN I (STUDIO) | 2006/2007 |
| HERITAGE STUDIES | 2017/2018 2014/2015 2010/2011 |
| HISTORY AND TEORY OF ARCHITECTURE 1 | 2020/2021 |
| HISTORY AND THEORY OF ARCHITECTURE 1 | 2022/2023 2021/2022 2019/2020 2018/2019 2017/2018 |
| HISTORY OF WORLD ARCHITECTURE | 2024/2025 2023/2024 |
| INTEGRATED MULTI DISCIPLINARY PROJECT 1 | 2021/2022 |
| INTEGRATED MULTI-DISCIPLINARY PROJECT | 2023/2024 2022/2023 |
| PRACTICAL TRAINING | 2011/2012 |
| TOPICAL STUDIES | 2012/2013 |
| WORKING DRAWING AND SPECIFICATION | 2014/2015 |
Supervision
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Blended Learning For Architectual Education In India.
Ph.D
Completed
2024
Supervisor Supervisory Committee
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A Framework For Interactive Edu-Tourism Of Selected Malacca Traditional Mosques Using Qr Codes.
Ph.D
Completed
2024
Member Supervisory Committee
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Evaluating The Effectiveness Of Architecture Design Teaching And Learning With Mixed Reality (Mr) In Higher Education.
Ph.D
In Progress
Main Supervisor
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Authentic Worldview Towards Continuity Of Johor’S Architecture Identity: The Dissemination Of Islamic Principles In Bugis
Limas Houses From Sulawesi To Johor
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Ph.D
In Progress
Co-supervisor
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Adaptive Work From Home Living : Strategic Home-Office Layout Design In Housing To Achieve Work-Life Balance (2) Street Art And Illustration Youth Community Training Hub In Kuala Lumpur.
Master
Completed
2025
Main Supervisor
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Assessing The Effectiveness Of Courtyard Design Attribute As A Space For Social Interaction Among Students In Kaed Building
Maar 7410: Women Recharge: Training And Economical Sanctuary For Single Mothers.
Master
Completed
2025
Main Supervisor
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The Assessment Of Sustainability Of Moroccan Architecture In Protection Of Cultural Unity And Open Urban Space
Maar 7410: Designing A Digital Youth Center Startup In Bouregreg River, Rabat
Maar 7410: Designing A Digital Youth Center Startup In Bouregreg River, Rabat.
Master
Completed
2025
Main Supervisor
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(I) Evaluating Effetiveness Of Air Ventilation Strategies In Aged Day Care Centre Buildings In Malaysia (Ii) Reviving Malay Cultural Heritage In Kampung Raja, Besut.
Master
Completed
2024
Main Supervisor
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1. 'Street Community' Perception Towards Momentouness Education For Better Quality Of Life In Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 2. Traditional Games Experiential And Interpretation Centre In Kampong Bharu, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Master
Completed
2024
Main Supervisor
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Impact Of Courtyard Design As Healing And Therapeutic Space For Orphans Adolescent With Stress Issue In Orphanage (2) Woofcraft Catalys Hub In Terengganu.
Master
Completed
2024
Main Supervisor
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Visual Comfort Analysis Of Various Window-Shadings For Conventional Office Buildings In Kabul, Afghanistan.
Master
Completed
2023
Main Supervisor
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The Potential Of Photovoltaics Integration Onto Roof Design Of Iium Mosque.
Master
Completed
2023
Co-supervisor
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Post-Pandemic Malaysia Cuisine Hub For A Sustainable Community.
Master
Completed
2021
Member Supervisory Committee
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Youthopia : Digital Community Centre For Youth.
Master
Completed
2021
Main Supervisor
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1. Sarawak Rainforest Exploratium And Research Center (Srec)
2. Perception Of Single Mother In Raising Their Children In Neighbouring Community - A Case Study Of Kuala Lumpur.
Master
Completed
2020
Main Supervisor
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1. Future Urban Indigenous (Orang Laut) Settlement Of Danga Bay, Johor Bharu
2. Cultural Decay Factors Of Urang Selatar - The Sea Nomad Of Tebrau Strait.
Master
Completed
2020
Main Supervisor
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Complementary Healthcare Centre.
Master
Completed
2020
Main Supervisor
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Architecture Studio As Productive Learning Environment For Students.
Master
Completed
2020
Main Supervisor
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Improving Quality Of Teaching Method In History And Theory Of Architectural Education Via Technology Enhanced Active Learning Method.
Master
Completed
2020
Main Supervisor
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Exploring The Relevance Of Outdoor Classroom For Adaptive Problem Based Learning (Pbl) Among Students In Selected Malaysian Universities.
Master
Completed
2017
Co-supervisor
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Evaluation Of Carbon Sequestration Rate Towards Landscape Planting Design At Urban Parks In Subang Jaya, Selangor.
Master
Completed
2017
Co-supervisor
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Viability Of Adaptive Reuse With Social Approach : Case Study Of Asia Heritage Row, Kuala Lumpur.
Master
Completed
2016
Co-supervisor
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Reflection Of Healing And Learning Environment In Malaysian Hospital Schools.
Master
Completed
2014
Main Supervisor
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Inclusive Educational Environment For Children With Autism In Malaysian Primary Schools : Addressing The Issues Of Wayfinding.
Master
Completed
2014
Co-supervisor
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Evaluating Students' Satisfaction With Spatial Configuration Of Dormitories At The International Islamic University Malaysia In Gombak Campus.
Master
In Progress
Main Supervisor
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Determining Essential Spatial Requirements And Layouts For Quality Early Childhood Care And Education (Ecce) Environments.
Master
In Progress
Main Supervisor
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Research Projects
Completed
| 2021 - 2021 | Interior Design Consultant for Jeumpa d'Ramo Boutique Hotel |
| 2019 - 2020 | Planting and SMART Tagging Trees Project for the Malay Enclave in IIUM |
| 2016 - 2019 | Arabic Learning Module Using Augmented Reality Based Materials: Design and Its Implementation |
| 2015 - 2017 | Fundamental Guide to the Design, Symbolism and the Making of Malay Garden |
| 2015 - 2018 | Assessing the Potential of Augmented Reality (Ar) as Attributes of Successful Learning of Heritage Architecture |
| 2014 - 2018 | Exploring Adaptive e-Learning of Architectural Education Using I- Ta'LeEM Platform |
| 2011 - 2013 | Assessment of Students Independency in Conducting Field Work and Studio Work of Heritage Studies: The Bangladeshi Experience |
| 2011 - 2012 | Lalbagh Fort; The Incomplete Mughal Fortress |
| 2010 - 2012 | RU 2011: A Reflection of Intergrated Multi-Disciplinary Course in Built Environment |
| 2009 - 2012 | A Comparative study of Horizontal vs. Vertical studio Management in IIUM |
| 2008 - 2013 | Access Audit in Religious Buildings and Public Spaces in Syria |
| 2007 - 2011 | Meanings in Islamic Architectural Heritage in Comparison with Colonial Buildings: Case Studies of Malaysia and Tunisia |
| 2007 - 2011 | Instant Cities: Architecture for the rich |
| 2007 - 2010 | A Comparative Studies of Minangkabau Architecture in Two Regions: West Sumatera, Indonesia, and Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia |
| 2007 - 2011 | Comparative Study of Studio Culture in Architectural Education |
On-Going
| 2026 - Present | Conducive Surau Design for Primary School Children through Tawhidic Approach |
| 2024 - Present | Regenerative Practices of Solid Waste Management by Resort Operators of Perhentian Island |
| 2024 - Present | Development of Inventory of Timber Heritage Mosques of Pakistan's Mountainous Districts |
| 2015 - Present | Analysing the Fundamental Values of Islam in the Planning and Design of Historic Nusantara-Vernacular Masjid Architecture for Regional Sustainable Malay Islamic Architecture |
| 2015 - Present | Versatile Reading Kiosk Prototype Development |
| 2012 - Present | IIUM Master Plan (Planning Soft and Hard Scape) |
| 2011 - Present | RU 2011: Comparative Study On Eco-Vernacular Dwelling Architecture for Establishing Universal Architectural Identity: Case Studies Malaysia, Finland & Australia |
| 2007 - Present | An Analytic Study of Heat Exchange for Impact of Microclimate on the Building Envelope in Hot Climate |
| 2007 - Present | Impact Heat Exchange on Building Envelope Design |
Awards & Recognition
| 01 Nov, 2022 | BRONZE MEDAL. RESEARCH ON: DEVELOPING GREEN CULTURE AMONG YOUTH: THE TREE PLANTING PROJECT. In: SUSTAINABLE EDUCATION 2022: INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION ON SUSTAINABLE EDUCATION (SUSED 2022), 01/11/2022, Kulliyyah of Education (KOED) International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM). - INTERNATIONAL ISLAMIC UNIVERSITY MALAYSIA | International |
| 01 Nov, 2022 | BRONZE MEDAL. RESEARCH VIDEO COMPETITION. TITLE: HISTORY AND THEORY OF ARCHITECTURE: INTERACTIVE TEACHING AND LEARNING. In: SUSTAINABLE EDUCATION 2022: INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION ON SUSTAINABLE EDUCATION (SUSED 2022), 01/11/2022, Kulliyyah of Education (KOED) International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM). * - INTERNATIONAL ISLAMIC UNIVERSITY | International |
| 30 Nov, 2021 | SILVER AWARD FOR AICAD 2021:REGENERATIVE DESIGN OF WOODCARVING FOR RUMAH KUTAI AT IIUM - UITM (INVENTION, INNOVATION AND DESIGN (IID) | International |
| 30 Nov, 2021 | SILVER AWARD FOR AICAD 2021:PARAMETRIC DESIGN FOR A TURTLE REHABILITATION CENTRE - INVENTION, INNOVATION & DESIGN (IID), UITM | International |
| 30 Nov, 2021 | BRONZE AWARD FOR AICAD 2021: THE PORT-KEY PERSONAL WORKSTATION PORT - UITM (INVENTION, INNOVATION AND DESIGN (IID) | International |
| 26 Aug, 2019 | Silver Medal for Pertandingan REkacipta Inovasi Nasional Kejuruteraan Dan alam Sekitar (PRIN_KAB) - Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) | National |
| 01 Nov, 2018 | Anugerah Pendidikan Tinggi Malaysia - Ministry of Education | National |
| 26 Jan, 2010 | Silver Medal Award: IRIIEE 2010 (IIUM Research, Invention and Innovation Exhibition 2010) - IIUM | National |
| 26 Jan, 2010 | Bronze Medal Award: IRIIEE 2010 (IIUM Research, Invention and Innovation Exhibition 2010) - IIUM | National |