Zuraini Denan is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Architecture, Kulliyyah of Architecture and Environmental Design. She is a senior lecturer who has been working in the department since 1998. She received her Bachelor of Architecture degree from Texas Tech University, Texas, USA and Master of Architecture degree (MArch) from University Technology Malaysia, Skudai, Johor. Her Ph.D is from Cardiff University where she researched on the topic of Visual Comfort (Window and Lighting ) under Daylight of Office Buildings in Hot Humid Country.
Administratively, she has held several administrative posts at both department and faculty level: Head of Department (2005-2007 and 2010-2011), Deputy Dean, Academic Affairs (2007) and Deputy Dean, Student Affairs (2008). She was a coordinator for Heritage Studies (Measured Drawing) course for more than five years. During that time she developed a Heritage Studies Lab (mini gallery and archives). She was responsible for the planning and managing the course and supervising students in their heritage studies measured drawing activities on site. She has accompanied students for local and overseas heritage trips to Kuala Kangsar (Old Palaces of Perak Royal Town), Malaysia; Fatehpur Sikri (A Munghal Palace Complex), Agra, India, and Pariangan (A Minangkabau Village), West Sumatera, Indonesia.
She was involved in the review of the Malaysian Standard 2012 under the Department of Malaysian Standard (SIRIM 2011-2012), and a member of Passive Design Group of the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science-Vice Chancellors' Council of National Universities in Malaysia (jsps-vcc, 2000-2009), and a member of Badan Warisan (Heritage NGO). She was involved in advising on daylighting strategies for hot arid region in a consultancy project for King Abdallah Grand Expansion of Al-Haram Mosque in the Holy City of Makkah under EAG Consulting Sdn Bhd.

• Unspecified ~ Environmental Sciences ~ Environment Technology / Industry ~Other Environment Technology / Industry - Sustainable Architecture, Daylighting
• Engineering Tech ~ Applied Sciences And Technologies ~ Architecture ~ Other Architecture n.e.c. - daylighting, Office Building, Heritage and Conservation, Culture and Environmental Psychology

• 2019: Member of Profesional Body / Association: (Arkitek Graduan), Lembaga Arkitek Malaysia

ADVANCED COMPUTER AIDED PRESENTATION DESIGN	2020/2021 2019/2020
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 1 (STUDIO)	2016/2017 2008/2009
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 2 (STUDIO)	2016/2017 2014/2015
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 3 (STUDIO)	2015/2016 2012/2013 2011/2012
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 4 (STUDIO)	2017/2018 2011/2012
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 5 (STUDIO)	2014/2015 2013/2014
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 6 (STUDIO)	2015/2016 2013/2014 2012/2013
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN II (STUDIO)	2008/2009
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN III (STUDIO)	2009/2010 2004/2005
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN IV (STUDIO)	2009/2010
ARCHITECTURAL GRAPHICS	2017/2018 2016/2017 2015/2016 2013/2014 2011/2012
BUILDING TECHNOLOGY	2004/2005
CULTURAL AND HUMAN BEHAVIOUR IN THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT	2013/2014 2009/2010 2008/2009
CULTURE & HUMAN BEHAVIOUR IN THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT	2006/2007
CULTURE AND ARCHITECTURE	2022/2023 2021/2022 2020/2021
DESIGN THESIS 1	2010/2011
DESIGN THESIS 2	2011/2012 2010/2011
DESIGN WORKSHOP	2018/2019
DISSERTATION	2019/2020
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSCIOUS DESIGN	2019/2020 2018/2019 2017/2018 2016/2017 2015/2016 2014/2015 2013/2014 2012/2013 2011/2012 2010/2011 2006/2007 2005/2006 2004/2005
ENVIRONMENTAL PHYSICS	2005/2006 2004/2005
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & SYSTEM 1	2004/2005
HABITAT DESIGN I (STUDIO)	2007/2008
HERITAGE STUDIES	2018/2019 2016/2017 2014/2015 2012/2013 2011/2012 2010/2011 2009/2010 2004/2005
HERITAGE STUDIES 1	2021/2022 2020/2021
HERITAGE STUDIES 2	2021/2022 2020/2021
HISTORY & CULTURE OF SOUTH EAST ASIAN ARCHITECTURE AND ITS BUILT ENVT	2022/2023
HISTORY AND CULTURE OF SOUTH EAST ASIAN ARCHITECTURE AND ITS BUILT ENV	2010/2011
INTRO. TO BUILT ENVIRONMENT	2018/2019 2016/2017
INTRODUCTION TO ARCHITECTURE	1999/2000
MASTER DESIGN STUDIO 1	2018/2019
MASTER DESIGN STUDIO 2	2020/2021 2019/2020 2018/2019
MASTER DESIGN THESIS 1	2022/2023 2021/2022 2020/2021 2019/2020 2018/2019
MASTER DESIGN THESIS 2	2022/2023 2021/2022 2020/2021 2019/2020
MASTER THESIS DESIGN 2	2018/2019
RESEARCH METHODS & TOPICAL STUDIES	2005/2006
RESEARCH METHODS FOR THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT	2011/2012 2010/2011 2009/2010 2008/2009 2007/2008 2006/2007
RESEARCH METHODS IN ARCHITECTURE	2014/2015 2012/2013
THEORY OF ARCHITECTURE	1999/2000
TOPICAL STUDIES	2009/2010 2008/2009

Completed

2021 - 2022	The Making of a Coffee Table Book on the Relocation of Masjid Kampung Laut from Nilam Puri back to Kampung Laut, Kelantan Darul Naim for East Coast Economic Region Development Council (ECERDC)
2017 - 2019	Defining typology of Urban Mosque Facade Design: Fundamental Strategies for Assessment of Thermal Comfort
2017 - 2019	Defining typology of Urban Mosque Facade Design: Fundamental Strategies for Assessment of Thermal Comfort
2017 - 2021	Towards Green Office Design: Assessment of Green Interior Design Element in Shop Office Building Typology in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
2016 - 2016	Malaysian Carbon Reduction and Environmental Sustainability Tool (MYCREST) Assessor Refreshment Course
2015 - 2019	Analyzing the Fundamental Eco School/Green School Program in Solving Basic Problems of Sustainability of School Environment in Malaysia
2015 - 2017	Fundamental Guide to the Design, Symbolism and the Making of Malay Garden
2015 - 2021	Analysing the Fundamental Values of Islam and Malay Culture Pertaining to Privacy in the Traditional Malay Houses and Its Application in the Present Malay Society and Housing Design in the Urban Areas
2013 - 2016	Empirical Evaluation of Aesthetics Preferences and Environmental Performance of Sun Shading Devices Using Carving of Malay Traditional Houses
2011 - 2012	Turath - Heritage
2011 - 2014	RU 2011: Discovering The Architectural Significance of Perak Heritage Palaces at Kuala Kangsar, Perak
2011 - 2014	RU 2011: The Efficiency of Various Shading Devices in Reducing Glare Under A Hot Humid Daylight in Malaysia
2008 -	Daylight Performance of Long-span Airport Terminal Design and its Link with Energy Effeciency and Visual Comfort.
2008 - 2010	An Observation on the Effectiveness of Adaptive Reuse Works of Old Shop Houses at Kampung Baru, Kuala Lumpur
2008 - 2011	Sound Absorption of Carved Wood Panel with Islamic Geometric Pattern
2006 - 2009	Integration of Environmental Simulation and Analysis in A Virtual Reality Framework: The Assessment of Urban Masterplan And Outdoor Spaces Based On Environmental Performance in A 3D Real-Time Visualisation In Hot, Humid And Hot, Arid Climates

On-Going

2021 - Present	The Environmental Analysis on Multi-Purpose Hall in Adapting with the Pandemic and Remain its Sustainability
2018 - Present	Towards Malaysia Education 4.0: Assessing Physical Learning Environment of Design Studio in Promoting Teamwork and Collaborative Experience Among Students in Public University in Malaysia
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
2012 - Present	Integrated Islamic and Environment Friendly Building: A Sustainable Development Model
2008 - Present	(RU 2011) Configuring the Nature of Colonial Hospital Architecture In Peninsular Malaysia-(Series 1)-Special Studies on the Tuberculosis Ward and Hospital Administration Building Typologies of Kota Bharu Hospital.

13 Jun, 2014	Gold Medal - International Research Invention & Innovation Exhibition for 2014	University
08 Nov, 2013	Best paper Award - International Conference on Architecture and Built Environment (ICABE)	International
20 Sep, 2005	Best Paper Award - International Seminar in Sustainable Environment & Architecture (SENVAR), Bandung Indonesia	International

Article

2023	Evaluating the impact of vernacular façade design on indoor thermal performance in Malaysia’s modern masjids. International Journal of Environment, Architecture and Societies : Strengthening The Resilience Of Heritage to the Nature of the Environment, Architecture, and Societies, 3 (1) pp. 44-58
2021	Towards green office: a systematic literature review on smart office interior in Malaysia. Journal of Architecture, Planning & Construction Management, 11 (1) pp. 54-63
2020	Readaptation of Malay vernacular architecture for indoor thermal comfort in modern masjids towards a sustainable design. Planning Malaysia, 18 (2) pp. 158-169
2018	Design analysis to achieve green/eco school building design typology for Malaysia. Planning Malaysia, 16 (2) pp. 39-49
2018	Determining model configuration for thermal simulation of urban mosque façade design. Planning Malaysia, 16 (1) pp. 348-359
2018	Office interior: the influence of office environmental factors towards task performance. International Journal of Engineering and Technology(UAE), 7 (3) pp. 116-119
2017	An analysis of privacy in the space organisation of traditional Malay houses in peninsular Malaysia. Advanced Science Letters, 23 (7) pp. 6208-6212
2017	Physical versus augmented reality model: Comparative study toward learning experiences at heritage studies gallery. Advanced Science Letters, 23 (2) pp. 890-893
2017	Sustainability concepts in Malay and Aceh traditional houses. PLANNING MALAYSIA:, 15 (1) pp. 1-15
2017	The implementation of environmental education and green programs in schools to achieve sustainability. Advanced Science Letters, 23 (7) pp. 6261-6265
2016	Designer’s office in Malaysia: comparative analysis on space planning and design issues. International Journal of Social Science and Humanities, 6 (6) pp. 427-432
2015	An analysis of indoor air temperature and relative humidity in office room with various external shading devices in Malaysia. Procedia Social and Behavioral Sciences, (179) pp. 290-296
2015	An assessment on glare from daylight through variuos designs of shading devices in hot humid climate, case study in Kuala Lumpur Malaysia. International Journal of Engineering and Technology, 7 (1) pp. 25-29
2015	Ratio determination of solids and voids for traditional Malay carvings: a preparation for environmental performance. International Journal of Engineering and Technology, 7 (2) pp. 126-129
2014	Cultural preservations through digital reconstruction of Bytul Anwar, Kuala Kangsar, Perak, Malaysia. International Journal of Social Science and Humanity (IJSSH), 4 (5) pp. 387-390
2014	Importance of preserving the natural environment in the design schools in Malaysia . Procedia - Social and Behavioral Sciences, () pp.
2014	The journey of murabbis in architecture pedagogy: the case of studio teaching as laboratory of passion and duty to future khalifas of the built environment. World Applied Sciences Journal, (30) pp. 148-166
2013	Cultural sustainability and Islamic perspectives in introducing a cohesive retirement village for Muslims. Procedia Social and Behavioral Sciences, 85 () pp. 164-178
2008	A review of office buildings in Malaysia: the window and lighting designs . Design Principles and Practices: An International Journal, 2 (4) pp. 45-68
2008	Evaluation of residential satisfaction of low-cost housing in Kano state. Al-Risala, (8) pp. 79-94

Conference or Workshop Item

2023	Assessment of indoor thermal condition on traditional vernacular masjid: a case study on Masjid Kampung Laut, Malaysia. In: 6th International Conference on Architecture and Civil Engineering, ICACE 2022,
2023	Assessment of indoor thermal condition on traditional vernacular masjid: a case study on Masjid Kampung Laut, Malaysia. In: 6th International Conference on Architecture and Civil Engineering, ICACE 2022,
2021	Good health and happiness through responsible architecture. In: VIRTUAL 3RD WORLD CONGRESS ON THE INTEGRATION AND ISLAMICISATION (2021 WCII): MENTAL HEALTH AND WELL BEING IN THE 4TH INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION,
2021	Revealing the unsung community masjids of Gombak to the Nation’s history. In: The International Conference on Heritage and Cultural Conservation (InHERIT) 2020,
2019	Analysing the fundamental values of Islam in the planning and design of historic Nusantara-vernacular masjid architecture for regional sustainable Malay Islamic architecture. In: Exhibition and Lecture Series: Malay Architecture-The Resilience of Tradition from Origins to the Contemporary,
2019	Symbolism and Meaning in Old Masjid Architecture of Malay Archipelago: A Case Study of Masjid in Kerinci, Jambi, Indonesia-presentation. In: 2nd International Conference on Islamic Architectural Heritage,
2019	Symbolism in Nusantara masjid architecture: Why and wherefores. In: Exhibition and Lecture : Malay Architecture Resilience of Tradition from Origin to the Contemporary,
2018	Case study on perspicacity of collaborative learning experiences. In: International Conference on Architecture and Civil Engineering (ICACE 2017),
2018	The myth and reality of historic Nusantara Masjid architecture: Nusantara Islamic Architecture. In: International Heritage and Cultural Conservation 2018 (INHERIT2018),
2018	Thermal comfort studies on houses in hot arid climates. In: 2nd International Conference on Architecture and Civil Engineering ( ICACE 2018 ),
2017	From shop houses to shop offices: evolution of modern shop offices design in Malaysia. In: 3rd Putrajaya International Built Environment, Technology and Engineering Conference,
2017	Spatial analysis of modern shop office floor plate in Malaysia. In: 3rd Putrajaya International Built Environment, Technology and Engineering Conference,
2016	Architecture for all: ageing & aged: a perspective from academia and practice in Malaysia. In: UIA-Symposium on Asian Age-Friendly City,
2016	Physical vs augmented reality model: comparative study toward learning experiences at heritage studies gallery. In: 2016 International Conference on Education (ICOED),
2016	Sustainability concepts in Malay and Aceh traditional houses. In: International Conference on Architecture & Built Environment :Sustainable Well-being in Architecture & Environmental Sciences (ICABE2016),
2015	An analysis of indoor air temperature and relative humidity in office room with various external shading devices in Malaysia. In: International Conference Green Architecture for Sustainable Living and Environment (GASLE) ,
2015	Designer’s office in Malaysia: comparative analysis on space planning and design issues . In: 2015 4th International Conference on Humanity, History and Society,
2015	Ingenious Malay wood carving as daylight filtering devices. In: Asian Conference on Environment-Behaviour Studies 2015,
2015	Shariah compliance hospitality design: a Malay Muslim oriented architecture. In: 6th Asian Conference on Environment-Behaviour Studies (AcE-Bs 2015),
2014	An assessment on glare from daylight through various design of shading devices in hot humid climate, case study in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. In: 2014 International Conference on Environmental Engineering and Development (ICEED 2014),
2014	Extracting the principles of sustainability from the architecture of colonial hospitals in Malaysia: appreciating the past wisdoms as best practices. In: XXVth International Union of Architects World Congress,
2014	Importance of preserving the natural environment in the design schools in Malaysia . In: Asian Conference on Environment-Behaviour Studies (AcE-Bs 2014),
2013	An observation of seating provision and users’ behaviour in the regional shopping complexes in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia . In: International Conference Architecture and Built Environment (ICABE) ,
2013	ECOTECT analysis: integration of architectural studio project with theory classroom assignment through computer simulation. In: The European Conference on Education ECE 2013 ,
2013	Spatial usage in the royal and commoner residences in Kuala Kangsar: a compatibility analysis to the Islamic guidelines and custom manifestations. In: International Conference on Architecture and Built Environment 2013 (ICABE2013),
2013	The journey of murabbis in architecture pedagogy: The case of studio teaching as laboratory of passion and duty to future khalifas of the built environment. In: International Conference on Innovation Challenges in Multidisciplinary Research & Practice (ICMRP) 2013,
2012	Ecotect: as part of the learning experience for young architecture students to raise awareness in environmental responsive building design. In: Malaysian Architectural Education Conference (MAEC) 2012,
2012	User perception at different architectural office setting: case study at International Islamic University Malaysia. In: 2012 International Conference on Humanities Historical and Social Science,
2010	A study on daylight performance through various complex shading devices in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. In: 11th International Seminar on Sustainable Environmnet and Architecture (SENVAR),
2010	Configuring the nature of colonial hospital architecture in peninsular Malaysia-serie 1- Special studies on the tuberculosis ward and hospital administration building typologies of Kota Bharu Hospital. In: IIUM Research, Innovation & Invention Exhibition (IRIIE 2010),
2010	In search of appropriate environment for the retirees in Malaysia. In: International Seminar on Public HealthCare,
2009	Experiencing and understanding the Minangkabau culture as part of architectural education experience. In: International Conference on Construction Industry 2009,
2008	Developing a virtual environment for viewing urban spatial planning and constructional features of an urban heritage site - the case of Fatehpur Sikri, India. In: 8th International Conference on Construction Application of Virtual Reality (CONVR 2008),
2008	Evaluation of residential satisfaction of low-cost housing in Kano state. In: 7th Annual Conference Management in Construction Researchers' Associations MICRA 2008,
2002	Towards a sustainable environment: an analysis on courtyards microclimate in the tropical region. In: Building Research and the Sustainability of the Built Environment in the Tropics,

Book

2021	MASJID LAMA BATU 6, BATU 6 JALAN GOMBAK, 53100 KUALA LUMPUR, SELANGOR MALAYSIA. Department of Architecture, Kulliyyah of Architecture and Environmental Design, International Islamic University Malaysia, ISBN: ISBN 978-967-25996-3-0
2021	MASJID LAMA BATU 6, BATU 6 JALAN GOMBAK, 53100 KUALA LUMPUR, SELANGOR MALAYSIA. Department of Architecture, Kulliyyah of Architecture and Environmental Design, International Islamic University Malaysia, ISBN: ISBN 978-967-25996-3-0
2021	TURATH: Islamic Architectural Heritage 2021. Department of Architecture, Kulliyyah of Architecture and Environmental Design, International Islamic University Malaysia, ISBN: 978-967-25996-0-9
2021	TURATH: Islamic Architectural Heritage 2021. Department of Architecture, Kulliyyah of Architecture and Environmental Design, International Islamic University Malaysia, ISBN: 978-967-25996-0-9
2014	Architecture as a celebration of multi-culturalism: revisiting Fatehpur Sikri. IIUM Press, ISBN: 9789674183363
2013	Istana Kuala Cegar: nostalgic splendour behind a humble facade. IIUM Press, ISBN: 978-967-418-272-4
2013	Rumah Tok Menteri II: a continuation of generations. IIUM Press, ISBN: 978-967-418-255-7

Book Section

2019	Symbolism and meaning in old masjid architecture of Malay archipelago: a case study of Masjid in Kerinci, Jambi, Indonesia. In: Fatih Sultan Mehmet Vakif University Publication, ISBN: 978-605-2386-17-0, pp. 71-86
2017	In the spirit of tradition: ornamentation, expressive forms and the environment. In: Areca Books, ISBN: 978-967-5719-31-8, pp. 95-105
2015	Research Methods for Visual Comfort Study . In: IIUM Press, ISBN: 978-967-418-331-8, pp. 87-106
2015	Research Methods for Visual Comfort Study . In: IIUM Press, ISBN: 978-967-418-331-8, pp. 87-106
2011	Beyond vernacular Malay architecture : the perception on the conservation and adaptive reuse of old townhouses at Jalan Doraisamy, Kuala Lumpur . In: IIUM Press, ISBN: 978-967-418-057-7, pp. 92-107
2011	Climate responsive strategies versus the cultural and religioud dimensions in the architecture of Malay traditional house. In: IIUM Press, ISBN: 978-967-418-057-7, pp. 59-70
2011	The Minangkabau architecture: students' personal experience at Pariangan Village, West Sumatera. In: IIUM Press, ISBN: 978-967-418-057-7, pp. 72-84
2011	The Minangkabau architecture: students' personal experience at Pariangan Village, West Sumatera. In: IIUM Press, ISBN: 978-967-418-057-7, pp. 72-84

Monograph

2017	Energy efficiency and Use of renewable energy for residential buildings - code of practice. In: SIRIM,
2012	Turath - heritage. In: s.n,