Department of Architecture, KUET

The Department of Architecture, KUET proudly congratulates Shuvro Kumar Ghosh ( Batch 2K21) on earning an Honorary Mention in the Interior Design Category at the 18th AYDA International Awards, held in Bangkok, Thailand.

Organized under Nippon Paint’s global CSR initiative, AYDA (Asia Young Designer Awards) is one of the world's most prestigious platforms for emerging designers and architects. This year’s theme, “CONVERGE: Crafting Cultural Legacies,” attracted more than 9,000 submissions from 17 countries, making this recognition a remarkable international achievement.

Shuvro’s project, “Threads of Hope,” proposes a community-based design intervention to revive the traditional craft of Nakshi Kantha in Jamalpur, Bangladesh. Through a decentralized courtyard-based artisan hub, or Nokshipolli, the project addresses challenges faced by rural women artisans, including inadequate workspaces, unfair wages, and economic insecurity.

Using locally available materials such as earth, bamboo, woven mats, and textile waste, the design creates a sustainable and climate-responsive environment where artisans can independently produce, exhibit, and market their craft. By strengthening cultural identity while promoting economic empowerment and social dignity, the project demonstrates how design can contribute meaningfully to community development.

This international recognition reflects the creativity, social commitment, and design excellence nurtured within our department. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Shuvro and wish him continued success in his future endeavors.

The Department of Architecture proudly congratulates our distinguished alumni, Jahid Hassan Shetal (batch 2k18) and Fahim Morshed (batch 2k18), for securing 1st Prize in the General Public Category at the prestigious ASA Experimental Design Competition 2026, organized by the Association of Siamese Architects, Thailand.
This year's competition explored the theme "Hybridized Wisdom: Architecture Across Multiple Intelligences", attracting innovative design proposals from participants around the world. Their award-winning project was recognized for its outstanding design excellence, creativity, and thoughtful response to the competition theme.

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to them and wish them continued success in their future professional endeavors.

The Department of Architecture, KUET proudly congratulates Team Aqua Verde for securing the Runner-up (2nd Place) position among more than 300 submissions from around the world in the prestigious Nature-based Future Challenge 2026, organized by Wageningen University & Research, The Netherlands.

We are especially delighted to celebrate the remarkable achievement of our own students, Azmaien Tahmid and Ifanul Alam Nirjon, who represented the Department of Architecture, KUET in this internationally acclaimed competition. We also extend our heartfelt congratulations to the other talented team members from BUET whose collective dedication and teamwork made this outstanding achievement possible.

The team’s innovative nature-based solutions for the Mississippi River Delta stood out among participants from around the world, earning global recognition for their creativity, research, and commitment to sustainable design.

Congratulations, Team Aqua Verde! We wish you continued success in all your future endeavors.

With profound grief and sorrow, we announce the untimely passing of S.M. Sayeem Ferdous (Student ID- 2425030), a student of the Department of Architecture, Khulna University of Engineering & Technology (KUET).

Today (17/05/26), he tragically drowned in the pond in front of Khan Jahan Ali Hall. Despite rescue efforts by the fire service and immediate medical attention at Khulna Medical College Hospital, he was declared deceased at around 5:30 PM.

We, the department, pray that Almighty Allah grants him eternal peace, forgives his shortcomings, and gives strength and patience to his family, friends, and loved ones during this difficult time.

Inna Lillahi Wa Inna Ilayhi Raji’un.

As part of the Construction Details course for the 2nd Year 1st Term, the students of Batch '23 visited the construction site of the new academic building currently under construction at KUET.

The visit provided an opportunity to observe real-life construction processes, structural components, and on-site detailing beyond the classroom environment. Experiences like these help bridge the gap between theoretical learning and practical application.

We extend our sincere thanks to our lecturers - Abdullah Mohammad Islam, Abdul Kayum, and Prasenjeet Sarkar Anik for accompanying us, and to Engr. Md. Rumen Rayhan for facilitating the visit smoothly.

Team Aqua Verde, with members from Khulna University of Engineering & Technology (KUET) and Bangladesh University of Engineering & Technology (BUET), has earned a place among the Top 10 Finalists of the prestigious Nature-based Future Challenge 2026, organised by Wageningen University & Research.

Their project, centered on the Mississippi River Delta, proposes innovative nature-based solutions to tackle pressing environmental and socio-economic challenges.
This international recognition stands as a testament to the talent, innovation, and dedication of Bangladeshi students in addressing global issues through sustainable thinking and research.

Department of Architecture, KUET - extends its heartfelt congratulations to Team Aqua Verde for this remarkable success and wishes the team all the best for the final round, scheduled to take place on June 2, 2026, in the Netherlands.

Course Title: Design Studio II
Course Teacher: Rifat Bin Firoz and Tasfia Farhat
Project : “Designing Products through Architectural Thinking”
Level 1 Term 2

Department of Architecture, KUET

Join us for an insightful session on Design for Environment and Sustainable Habitats (DESH - দেশ), organized by the ICGrA team.

🗓 Date: 26 April 2026
⏰ Time: 7:30 – 9:30 PM
💻 Platform: Online (Zoom)
🔗 Link: https://bdren.zoom.us/j/69003345929
🆔 Meeting ID: 690 0334 5929

DESH Free Webinar Online Registration Link: https://forms.gle/KNptmmcEjuTfPKBM8

We are delighted to share that Md Rifat Mahmud, a graduate from the 2K18 batch, has received a “Top 10 Select Mention” at the Architecture Thesis Award 2025, organized by Mango Architecture Competition, among over 900 global submissions.

His undergraduate thesis, “Crisis to Conservation: A Water Research & Awareness Centre for Sustainable Water Management in Bangladesh,” critically addresses the paradox of water in Bangladesh—a deltaic nation rich in rivers, yet facing severe challenges in safe water accessibility due to mismanagement and fragmented systems.
The project identifies the absence of region-specific institutional frameworks, despite the division of the country into hydrological zones by WARPO. In response, it proposes a Water Research & Awareness Centre as a regional prototype that integrates research, policy, and community engagement to translate knowledge into local action.
Developed for the southwest region (Khulna), one of the most vulnerable areas affected by salinity, pollution, and groundwater stress, the design envisions architecture as a living water system. Strategies such as rainwater harvesting, greywater recycling, constructed wetlands, and Managed Aquifer Recharge (MAR) are embedded within the spatial experience, transforming the building into an active learning environment.

Thesis Supervisor: Apurba Kumar Sen

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Md Rifat Mahmud and wish him continued success.

Link: https://www.mangoarchitecture.com/copy-of-select-mentions-1

The Department of Architecture, KUET is delighted to share that our esteemed Assistant Professor, Samia Zabeen, has successfully completed her Master’s degree.

Her dedication to academic excellence and continuous pursuit of knowledge inspire both students and colleagues alike. We take great pride in her achievement and look forward to her continued contributions to the department and the broader field of architecture.

Please join us in congratulating her.

The Department of Architecture, Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET), is pleased to announce that Samia Zabeen has successfully defended her Master of Architecture (M.Arch) thesis on January 20, 2026.

Her thesis, titled “A Case Study in Co-Production of Public Spaces for Inclusive City Jhenaidah”, was conducted under the supervision of Professor Dr. Shayer Ghafur in the Housing and Settlement (HS) Division. The research focuses on the co-production process of public spaces, emphasizing stakeholder collaboration, participatory mechanism, and community engagement in creating inclusive urban environments in an intermediate city of Bangladesh. Through a systematic analytical framework and contextual investigation, the study highlights the significance of inclusive public space design and proposes strategic approaches to support equitable urban development in Bangladesh.

The examination board comprised Professor Dr. S. M. Najmul Imam (Head, Department of Architecture, BUET), Dr. Fatema Meher Khan (Associate Professor, Department of Architecture, BUET), and Dr. Nabanita Islam (Associate Professor, Department of Architecture, NSU) as the external examiner.

Zabeen completed her Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) from BUET in 2021 and has been serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Architecture, KUET. Her academic and professional interests include public space co-production, inclusivity for sustainable city, space quality and requirement in occupation based housing and participatory design approach.
Congratulations to Samia Zabeen on this significant academic achievement.