SPSG - Sustainable Public Spaces Group

Join the "Sustainable Contexts: From Visions to Actions" Seminar!
Are you passionate about sustainable design and community development? Don't miss this one-day seminar hosted by the Sustainable Public Spaces Research Group (SPSG) at the Farouk El-Baz Center of Excellence for Sustainability, The British University in Egypt!

This seminar, titled "SUSTAINABLE CONTEXTS - FROM VISIONS TO ACTIONS" , aims to bridge the gap between ambitious sustainability visions and real-world implementation. We will highlight local case studies, various design approaches, and emerging tools for realizing community development.

Date: 18th of Nov, 2025
Time: 09:30-14:00 (Welcoming Speakers start at 09:30)
Location: The British University in Egypt, Building B, room-B202

Featured Speakers
Architect Ramez Azmy (Architectural Consultant Engineer and Project Manager at EQI)
Architect Emad Farid (Architectural Consultant Engineer and Project Manager at EOI)
Architect Mohamed el Khatib (Architect and Urban Designer, Founder and CEO of the Environmental Design Group)

Don't miss out on this opportunity for learning and networking!
Contact us for more information: 📧 Email: [email protected]

📣 Job Alert: Part-Time Researcher at The Sustainable Public Space Group (SPSG), based in the Faculty of Engineering at The British University in Egypt (BUE), is seeking a highly motivated Part-Time Researcher to join our team!
If you are a talented researcher with a passion for transforming urban environments and advancing sustainability, this is your opportunity to contribute to significant work in Egypt and the MENA region.

We Are Looking For:
1- A Master holder or PhD candidate in Architecture, Urban Design, Landscape Architecture, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related field.
2- Proven research experience in sustainable urbanism, public space design, urban resilience, or green infrastructure.
Strong fieldwork, data analysis (qualitative/quantitative), GIS mapping.
Excellent proficiency in English, and ideally Arabic.

Why Join SPSG at BUE?
You will be collaborating with the SPSG's founding director and faculty members, contributing to research that directly supports Egypt’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and addresses critical environmental and social challenges facing our cities.

send your CV and a brief cover letter directly to info@spsu@bue.edu.eg
Deadline for Applications: 12-10-2025

Huge success! Thanks to all our participants and guests

The Sustainable Public Spaces Group, at Farouk El-Baz Center of
Excellence for Sustainability and one of the research groups within the Faculty of Engineering, is organizing this event to foster dialogue and knowledge exchange on sustainable urban development. Through a series of expert-led lectures under the theme "Reviving Sustainability for Resilient Communities," the event aims to explore innovative strategies, best practices, and interdisciplinary approaches that contribute to the creation
of more sustainable, and environmentally responsible environments.

استبيان لاستطلاع رأي سكان القاهره في مقترحات تطوير واجهات المناطق اللارسمية هدف هذا الاستبيان هو تقييم تصاميم مختلفة تم اقتراحها لمشروع إعادة إظهار وإعطاء هوية عمرانية لمباني سكنيه فى بعض الأحياء اللارسمية بالقاهرة. سيتم استخدام نتائج هذا ....

ندعوك للمشاركة في دراسة علمية لتحسين الأحياء اللارسمية. يرجى المشاركة في الاستبيان لمساعدتنا في تشكيل مستقبل هذه المجتمعات
The SPSG Team invites you to participate in a research study to improve informal settlements. Please take our survey to share your insights and help shape the future of these communities

استبيان لاستطلاع رأي سكان القاهره في مقترحات تطوير واجهات المناطق اللارسمية هدف هذا الاستبيان هو تقييم تصاميم مختلفة تم اقتراحها لمشروع إعادة إظهار وإعطاء هوية عمرانية لمباني سكنيه فى بعض الأحياء اللارسمية بالقاهرة. سيتم استخدام نتائج هذا ....

دعوه للمهتمين من الأصدقاء والزملاء العمرانيين. يسعدنى مشاركتكم فى ورشة عمل بالمنتدى الحضرى العالمى WUF12 تناقش حلول لتصميم شوارع إنسانية فى ظل المشاكل الحالية للشوارع.
SPSG - Sustainable Public Spaces Group

The Sustainable Public Spaces Research Group (SPSG) cordially invites you to the "Hues of Life" Competition Awards Ceremony.

About the Competition:
The "Hues of Life" Competition was initiated by the SPSG in Collaboration with the UN-Habitat. It is sponsored by the Urban Development Fund. The competition aims to enhance the quality of life in the informal areas of Egypt through art and design initiatives.

The ceremony will take place on Thursday, October 17th at 11:00 am in the Seminar Room of the BUE Library.

The event agenda will include:
11:00 - 11:10 Introduction to SPSG and the Competition
11:10 - 11:25 A talk from the sponsor
11:25 - 11:30 Honoring the sponsor
11:30 - 12:00 Honoring the Winners and the Participants
12:00 - 12:30 Touring the exhibition

📣Announcement: Extension of Competition Registration 📣

Due to popular demand, we are pleased to announce that the registration deadline for the competition has been extended to September 8, 2024. This is an excellent opportunity that you won't want to miss. We encourage you to take advantage of this extension and register before the new deadline.

🚨 “Hues of Life “𝑹𝒆𝒈𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝑪𝒍𝒐𝒔𝒆𝒅! 🚨

We extend our sincere gratitude to all students who registered and demonstrated exceptional enthusiasm for participating in this competition. Your passion is what makes this competition truly remarkable. For those who have registered, please remain attentive to your inbox for important updates regarding upcoming events.