Staff Directory
Academic Qualifications
- Doctor of Philosophy in Architecture - Doctor of Philosophy, Cardiff University
- Master in Architecture - Masters Degree, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM)
- Bachelor of Architecture - Bachelor Degree, Texas Technology University
Zuraini Binti Denan (Assoc. Prof. Dr.)
Associate Professor
IIUM Gombak Campus
KULLIYYAH OF ARCHITECTURE AND ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN
dzuraini@iium.edu.my
3749
Expert Profile
Zuraini Denan is an Associate 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.
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.
Area of Specialisation
- 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
Professional Membership
- 2019 : Member of Profesional Body / Association: (Arkitek Graduan), Lembaga Arkitek Malaysia
Teaching Responsibilities
| 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) | 2025/2026 2017/2018 2011/2012 |
| ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 5 (STUDIO) | 2025/2026 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 | 2024/2025 2023/2024 2022/2023 2021/2022 2020/2021 |
| CULTURE AND HUMAN BEHAVIOUR IN ARCHITECTURE | 2025/2026 2024/2025 |
| DESIGN THESIS 1 | 2010/2011 |
| DESIGN THESIS 2 | 2011/2012 2010/2011 |
| DESIGN WORKSHOP | 2018/2019 |
| DISSERTATION | 2019/2020 |
| DISSERTATION 2 | 2025/2026 |
| 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 | 2025/2026 2018/2019 2016/2017 2014/2015 2012/2013 2011/2012 2010/2011 2009/2010 2004/2005 |
| HERITAGE STUDIES 1 | 2023/2024 2021/2022 2020/2021 |
| HERITAGE STUDIES 2 | 2023/2024 2021/2022 2020/2021 |
| HISTORY & CULTURE OF SOUTH EAST ASIAN ARCHITECTURE AND ITS BUILT ENVT | 2023/2024 2022/2023 |
| HISTORY AND CULTURE OF SOUTH EAST ASIAN ARCHITECTURE AND ITS BUILT ENV | 2010/2011 |
| HISTORY, CULTURE AND THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT OF SOUTH EAST ASIAN ARCHITECTURE | 2024/2025 |
| 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 | 2024/2025 2023/2024 2022/2023 2021/2022 2020/2021 2019/2020 2018/2019 |
| MASTER DESIGN THESIS 2 | 2024/2025 2023/2024 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 |
Supervision
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The Effect Of Integrating Vernacular Serambi Elements In Malaysia'S Modern Masjid Design To The Indoor Environment For User Thermal Comfort.
Ph.D
Completed
2025
Supervisor Supervisory Committee
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The Influence Of Tiered Pyramidal Roof On Thermal Comfort In The Traditional Vernacular Masjid.
Ph.D
Completed
2023
Supervisor Supervisory Committee
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The Impact Of Interior Layout Of Designer’S Office On Employee’S Performance At Shop Office In Kuala Lumpur.
Ph.D
Completed
2018
Main Supervisor
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Green Strategy For An International Airport In Malaysia : Daylight Optimisation Through Skylights.
Ph.D
Completed
2016
Co-supervisor
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Re-Imagining Healthcare Environments: Architecture And Interior Design Innovations In Malaysia’S Public Hospitals.
Ph.D
In Progress
Co-supervisor
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Daylight Shading Design Strategies For Optimising Visual Comfort In The Courtyard Of Commercial Buildings In Tropical Climate Of Malaysia.
Master
Completed
2025
Main Supervisor
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Evaluating The Effect Of Roof Design To The Building Integrated Photovoltaics Performance Of Residential Development In Putrajaya
Maar 7410: Geothermal Spring Regabilitation Sanctuary.
Master
Completed
2025
Main Supervisor
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Post-Occupancy Evaluation Of Masjid Raja Haji Fisabillah, Cyberjaya : Assessing The Impact Of Green Design Features On User Comfort And Satisfaction (2) Revolutionised Wet Market: Latar Kajang - Park And Pasar.
Master
Completed
2024
Main Supervisor
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The Influence Of Ecotourism Infrastructure Design On Perception Towards Sustainability And Environmental Protection (2) Unveiling Geopark Experience: Integrated Visitor Centre And Interpretive Facilities At Gua Kelam, Perlis.
Master
Completed
2024
Main Supervisor
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Post-Occupancy Evaluation Of Masjid Raja Haji Fisabillah, Cyberjaya : Assessing The Impact Of Green Design Features On User Comfort And Satisfaction (2) Revolutionised Wet Market: Latar Kajang - Park And Pasar.
Master
Completed
2024
Main Supervisor
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The Impact Of Water As A Biophilic Element To Relieve Anxiety Among Students At Iium (2) Gastronomy Centre In Kota Bharu, Kelantan.
Master
Completed
2024
Main Supervisor
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1. The Implementation Of Solar Photovoltaic Facade For Commercial Buildings 2. Disaster Tactical Hub Towards Future Changing Climatic Conditions In Selangor.
Master
Completed
2023
Main Supervisor
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1. Linking Biophilic Design Model Development With Thermal Comfort For Educational Environment In Hot Humid Climate 2. Urban Vertical School Complex : Solution To Overcrowding School In Kuala Lumpur.
Master
Completed
2023
Main Supervisor
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1. A Feasibility Study Of Solar Energy For Skill-Based School In Rural Area 2. Development Of Floriculture For Orchid In Sustaining Fraser Hill Environment.
Master
Completed
2023
Main Supervisor
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The Effects Of Reinventing Spaces For Physical Distancing Adherence Towards Work Performance In Open Plan Office Layout
Resiliency In Endemic:Reimagine Working And Living In Bangsar South.
Master
Completed
2022
Main Supervisor
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Investigation Of Cycling Comfort On Urban Roads In Taiping, Malaysia/Re-Imagining Cycling Cities : A Research And Development Centre For Future Cycling Catalyst At The Golden Triangle Of Kuala Lumpur Cities.
Master
Completed
2022
Co-supervisor
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Factors Influencing Hearing Impaired Student Learning Process In School ; Regenerative Of Malaysian International Fishery Port In Batu Maung.
Master
Completed
2021
Main Supervisor
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International Transport Hub Kelantan.
Master
Completed
2021
Main Supervisor
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Determining Factors Influencing High Visistation In Museum Buildings In Malaysia ; Adaptable Vertical Kampung Kuala Lumpur.
Master
Completed
2021
Main Supervisor
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Health Induced Environment For Employees In Architectural Firms In Malaysia/ Workplace For Tomorrow.
Master
Completed
2021
Main Supervisor
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Perception Of Place Of Attachment At Marketplace : A Case Study On New And Old Pasar Besar Pasir Puteh, Kelantan ; "Petak-Tani" Vege Food Hub Langkawi.
Master
Completed
2021
Main Supervisor
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1. Rethinking Afterlife Architecture : Sustainable Urban Chinese Cemetery In Kuala Lumpur
2. Determining The Facotrs For Chinese Cemetery Design In Urban Areas.
Master
Completed
2020
Main Supervisor
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1. Futuristic Intercity Vertical Skyport Hub
2. Efficiency Of Ferry Terminal Facility Planning : A Case Study Of Pengkalan Raja Tun Raya Ferry Terminal.
Master
Completed
2020
Main Supervisor
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Living Babylon : The Study On The Architectural Design Of Green Wall Efefcts Of Office Building On Aesthetic And Sustainability In Tropical Climate.
Master
Completed
2019
Main Supervisor
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1. Spatial Factors In The Improvement Of Terengganu Traditional Textile Business
2. Proposed Songket Centre, Terengganu.
Master
Completed
2019
Main Supervisor
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1. Multi Generational Living : Future Family House At Petaling Jaya
2. Exploring The Potential Of Colour Partitioning In Way Finding Of Health Care Buildings.
Master
Completed
2019
Main Supervisor
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Effects Of Opening To Wall Ratio (Owr) On Indoor Thermal Comfort Of Praying Hall In Urban Mosque, Kuala Lumpur.
Master
Completed
2019
Co-supervisor
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1. Kota Kinabalu Integrated Reverts And Islamic Centre (I-Ric)
2. Evaluation On Hospital Emergency Department Facilities For Disaster Preparedness.
Master
Completed
2019
Co-supervisor
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Thermal Studies Of Residential Buildings In Hot Desert Climate In Algeria.
Master
Completed
2018
Main Supervisor
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Proposed Nature -Based Integrated Pre-School At Frim, Kepong, Kuala Lumpur.
Master
Completed
2018
Main Supervisor
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Typology And Functions Of Courtyard In Malaysian Terrance House.
Master
Completed
2016
Co-supervisor
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Public Seating In One Utama Shopping Centre, Malaysia.
Master
Completed
2015
Main Supervisor
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Assessment On Feasibility Of Cubicle Toilet Design In Primary Schools In Selangor With Special Reference To Epu Guidelines.
Master
Completed
2014
Main Supervisor
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Heat Transfer Analysis Of Vertical Shading Device In Office Buildings In Malaysia Using Computer Simulation.
Master
Completed
2014
Main Supervisor
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The Implementation Of Environmental Management System (Ems) Iso 14001 In The Construction Industry: Case Study Of Sp Setia Development.
Master
Completed
2012
Main Supervisor
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Evaluation Of Residential Satisfaction Of Low-Cost Housing In Kano(Nigeria).
Master
Completed
2009
Co-supervisor
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Space Utilization Of Selected Child Care Center In Office Building In Malaysia.
Master
Completed
2007
Co-supervisor
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Daylight Petetration In Malaysian High-Rise Office Buildings.
Master
Completed
2006
Main Supervisor
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Eco-Ceramic Hub: Sustainable Revitalisation Of The Ceramic Industry, Ayer Hitam Johor.
Master
In Progress
Main Supervisor
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Exploring The Impact Of Learning Environment Design On Educational Engagement Among Indigenous Communities In Peninsular Malaysia.
Master
In Progress
Main Supervisor
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Research Projects
Completed
| 2023 - 2025 | Analysing the Significant of Courtyard as A Daylighting Strategy in Masjid Architecture of Uzbekistan |
| 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) |
| 2021 - 2023 | The Environmental Analysis on Multi-Purpose Hall in Adapting with the Pandemic and Remain its Sustainability |
| 2017 - 2021 | Towards Green Office Design: Assessment of Green Interior Design Element in Shop Office Building Typology in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia |
| 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 |
| 2016 - 2016 | Malaysian Carbon Reduction and Environmental Sustainability Tool (MYCREST) Assessor Refreshment Course |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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
| 2025 - Present | Analysing the Influence of Architectural Facade Elements in Masjid Architecture Russia, Case study in Kazan, Republic of Tatarstan, Russia. |
| 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. |
Awards & Recognition
| 31 Oct, 2021 | Gold Medal - Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) | National |
| 31 Oct, 2021 | Gold Medal - Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) | National |
| 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 |