Maryam Mahvash

Maryam Mahvash is a Sessional Faculty Lecturer at Emily Carr University of Art and Design (ECUAD) since 2017, specializing in the intersection of art, design, and critical thinking. She holds a PhD in Architectural Engineering from the University of Tehran and has conducted post-doctoral research at Simon Fraser University. Her interdisciplinary background includes teaching at multiple universities and serving on scientific committees, editorial boards, and jury panels globally.

Education:

• PhD in Architectural Engineering, University of Tehran, Iran
• Post-Doctoral Research, Simon Fraser University, Canada
• Master of Urban Design (UBC, Canada and University of Tehran)
• Bachelor of Architectural Engineering, Islamic Azad University, Tehran

Research Interests: Maryam’s work explores the built environment through themes like material culture, spatial perception, memory, and light’s qualitative role in architecture. Her research bridges Iranian architectural heritage with contemporary design theory, emphasizing contextualism and phenomenology. She is particularly noted for her analysis of light and shadows in Persian architecture, as highlighted in her award-winning doctoral work.

Awards:

• Dr. Mozayeni Award, Third Biennial of Architecture and Urbanism Books (2015)

Teaching & Mentorship: Maryam’s pedagogy focuses on fostering creativity and critical thinking through immersive studio environments. Though no specific student names are listed, her courses address design aesthetics, urban spaces, and visual communication. No grants or labs are explicitly mentioned beyond her research publications.