Dima Alkawadri

Role
Assistant Professor
Section
Dubai
Department
Textiles and Design
Dima Alkawadri

About

Dima Alkawadri is a chartered architect with the role of an Assistant Professor at Heriot-Watt University. She plays a pivotal role in educating both undergraduate and postgraduate students within the Interior Architecture and Design programme. Bringing a comprehensive and innovative approach to her role, Dima is actively involved in research, focusing on sustainability in the built environment through her PhD studies.

Her passion extends beyond traditional design thinking, aiming to develop students' critical thinking and curiosity to explore and innovate. With a background in construction management and over 13 years of industry experience, Dima integrates a blend of practical experience with academic learning, ensuring that students are thoroughly prepared and confident to make their mark in the industry.

Biography

Academic Leadership and Affiliations:

  • Fellow of the Higher Education Academy HEA - FHEA
  • Certified LEED GA, LEED Green Associate, U.S. green building Council (USGBC).
  • Member of Emirates Green Building Council- EGBC Emirates Green Building Council

Qualifications:

  • Master in Teaching and Learning, PGCILT, 2021 - Heriot-Watt University
  • Master in construction project Management CPM, 2014 - Heriot-Watt University
  • MA Theories and History of Architecture, 2007, - Damascus University.
  • Bachelor in Architecture, 2003, - Damascus University.
Research

Areas of research:

Sustainability in the built environment, Sustainability in FM, Value Management

Currently pursuing a PhD study titled: A Roadmap to Enhanced Sustainability Value in built Environment: An Optimized Impact-Model.

Publications

https://scholar.google.com/citations?view_op=view_citation&hl=en&user=W50NS-kAAAAJ&citation_for_view=W50NS-kAAAAJ:Wp0gIr-vW9MC 

Alkawadri, D., Nielsen, Y., & Erdogan, B. “Integrating Users Satisfaction to Support Decisions in Sustainable Developments“. In Proceedings of the CIB International Conference on Smart Built Environment, 245-259, Dec 2011. ISBN (978-1-907240-71-3). Senior Author