Istiaque Ahmed, M.Sc.
Assistant Professor, Department of Architecture, DUET, Gazipur
Istiaque Ahmed received academic training in architecture and urbanism from leading global institutions consistently ranked among the top tiers. He holds a strong passion for architecture grounded in research-driven practice. In teaching, he follows a Critical Theory–based teaching philosophy that encourages students to interrogate dominant paradigms, examine power relations shaping spatial production, and understand architecture as a socio-cultural practice. As a researcher, Istiaque has published multiple first-author research articles in high-impact journals ranked among the top 10 in the fields of architecture and urban studies (SCImago Journal Rank–SJR). His practice is intentionally selective, concentrating on complex, research-driven design projects. Istiaque was a member of the Study and Design team for the Arcadia Education Project by Saif Ul Haque Sthapati (SHS), which received the Aga Khan Award for Architecture in 2019.
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| Field of interest: | Critical urban and architectural studies, Socio-environmental Justice, Climate adaptation, Urban risk and resilience |
| Field of specialization: | Research-led Design, Critical Spatial Methodologies, Participatory Design |
Degrees Obtained (Starting from Recent Degrees):
| # | Degree | Institute | Year | Discipline & Field |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | M.Sc. | The Bartlett, University College London (UCL) | 2016 | Development Planning |
| 2 | B. Arch | Khulna University | 2012 | Architecture |
Employment Record (Starting from Present Position):
| # | Designation | Institute | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PhD Candidate | Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) | 2020-09-01 : Continue |
| 2 | Assistant Professor, Department of Architecture | Dhaka University of Engineering & Technology, Gazipur | 2016-10-05 : Continue |
| 3 | Lecturer, Department of Architecture | Dhaka University of Engineering & Technology, Gazipur | 2014-08-31 : 2016-10-04 |
| 4 | Lecturer, Department of Architecture | Chittagong University of Engineering & Technology (CUET) | 2013-03-10 : 2014-06-24 |
| 5 | Lecturer, Department of Architecture | State University of Bangladesh | 2012-10-01 : 2013-03-01 |
Other Related Experience (Indutry, Institution, etc.):
| # | Designation | Institute | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Research Architect | Saiful Haque Sthapati (SHS) | 2012-10-01 : 2013-03-10 |
Publications (Journal):
| # | Year | Title | Authors | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2025 | Spatial, contextual and environmental inequalities in birth outcomes | Anna Suleri, Loes Bertens, Istiaque Ahmed, Frank van der Hoeven, Eric Steegers, and Jasper V Been | European Journal of Public Health |
| 2 | 2025 | Behavioural adaptation to heatwaves in a temperate city: Insights from Rotterdam | Istiaque Ahmed, Marjolein van Esch, Frank van der Hoeven | Cities |
| 3 | 2023 | Heatwave vulnerability across different spatial scales: Insights from the Dutch built environment | Istiaque Ahmed, Marjolein van Esch, Frank van der Hoeven | Urban Climate |
| 4 | 2021 | The Process of Informal Homemaking and its Association with Health and Well- Being: A Case Study of Konabari Slum in Gazipur | Rahanat Ara Jafar, Istiaque Ahmed | DUET Journal |
| 5 | 2015 | Sustainable Cultural Development of Ethnic Tea Garden Workers, Bangladesh | Shaila Islam, Istiaque Ahmed | THAAP Journal - Culture, Art & Architecture of the Marginalised and the Poor |
| 6 | 2014 | A Study on Historical Transformation of the Urban Integration Core of Khulna City, Bangladesh | Istiaque Ahmed, Khandaker Asif Mahmud, Shaila Islam | International Journal of Innovation and Applied Studies |
Publications (Conference):
| # | Year | Title | Authors | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2025 | Behavioral Adaptation to Heatwaves in Urban Netherlands: A Sequential Mixed-Method Inquiry | Istiaque Ahmed, Marjolein van Esch, Ana Petrović, and Frank van der Hoeven | 12th International Conference on Urban Climate (ICUC-12), Rotterdam, Netherlands |
| 2 | 2021 | Environmental Justice Dimension of Urban Heatwaves in Dutch Cities; An Alternative Lens for Exploring Socio-Spatial (In)Equalities | Istiaque Ahmed | ACSP Annual Conference 2021: Planning for Climate Justice in Europe and the US |
| 3 | 2019 | Investigating Pedestrian Based Informal Economy And Its Impact On Walkability In Dhaka City | Istiaque Ahmed, Shaila Islam | ARCASIA Forum 20 |
| 4 | 2019 | An Empirical Study on Continuation, Transformation and Transfiguration of Homestead Layout and Space Organization of Handloom Communities in Bangladesh | Rahanat Ara Jafar, A M Rezwanul Habib, and Istiaque Ahmed | ARCASIA Forum 20 |
| 5 | 2019 | Pedestrianisation Challenges Around Future Transit Oriented Development Area in Dhaka, Bangladesh | Shaila Islam, Istiaque Ahmed | Liveable Cities Conference 2019, Adelaide, Australia |
| 6 | 2015 | Proposals for Image Reconstruction and Urban Regeneration: The Case of Khulna City, Bangladesh | Shaila Islam, Istiaque Ahmed | International Conference on 'Cities, People and Places'- ICCPP 2015, Colombo, Sri Lanka |
| 7 | 2013 | A Comprehensive Planning for Disaster Resilient Community: A Participatory Process for Sustainable Development of the South-Western Coastal Region of Bangladesh | Istiaque Ahmed, Mohammad Nahyan | International Conference on Climate Change Impact and Adaptation (I3CIA-2013) |
Publications (Magazine):
| # | Year | Title | Authors | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2017 | Bengal Stream: The Vibrant Architecture Scene of Bangladesh | Saiful Haque Sthapati (SHS) | Bengal Stream: The Vibrant Architecture Scene of Bangladesh |
Fellowship / Membership of Scientific and Professional Societies:
| # | Type | Organization | Membership Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Member | Institute of Architects Bangladesh (IAB) | AA-272 |
| 2 | Member | Bangladesh Association of Commonwealth Scholars and Fellows (BACSAF) | BDCS-18 |
| 3 | Member | Bangladesh-UK Alumni Network (BUKAN) | N/A |
| 4 | Member | UCL Alumni Network | 8-11138463 |
Honors and Awards:
| # | Title | Event | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Commonwealth Scholarship in UK | Master's Study | 2015 |
| 2 | VLIR-UOS Scholarship at KU Leuven, Belgium | Master's Study (Did Not Attend) | 2015 |
| 3 | Khulna University Merit Scholarship | B.Arch Program | 2012 |