Fidel Meraz

Dr. Fidel Meraz is a Senior Lecturer and MArch Architecture Programme Leader at the School of Architecture and Environment within the College of Arts, Technology and Environment at the University of the West of England (UWE Bristol). He holds qualifications including Arq (Architect), MA, PhD, and SFHEA (Senior Fellow of Higher Education Academy). With an international career spanning Mexico (Anáhuac University), UK (Nottingham, Nottingham Trent, Suffolk), and Asia (India, Sri Lanka), he specializes in curriculum development, international collaborations, and external examination.

His research employs phenomenological approaches to explore:

• Spatial-temporality in architectural places
• Collective memory and cultural identity
• Heritage conservation (particularly Cesare Brandi's Theory)
• Design pedagogy and wellbeing in built environments

He integrates practice-based teaching with theoretical research across undergraduate, masters, and doctoral programs.

Publications (15 most recent) demonstrate strong focus on:

• Sustainability through metaphysical frameworks
• Health-centric architectural design
• Conservation philosophy
• Inclusive sensory environments
• Emerging AI integration in design

Trends show consistent interdisciplinary exploration of phenomenology across conservation, technology, and social wellbeing contexts.

Awards and recognition include:

• Senior Fellow of Higher Education Academy (SFHEA)

He contributes to doctoral supervision and international partnerships (e.g., City School of Architecture, Colombo) while developing pedagogical models empowering student agency. Professional experience includes architectural practice across Italy, Mexico, and Central America with projects ranging from housing to commercial centers. Editorial roles include peer review and committee memberships for international publications.