Neda Abbasimaleki

Neda Abbasimaleki is a Doctoral Researcher at Loughborough University within the School of Architecture, Building and Civil Engineering's Architecture group. Her work centers on the intersection of architectural theory, gender studies, and spatial politics, with specialized focus on women's experiences of domestic space in sociopolitical contexts.

She holds a BSc and MA degree and maintains Associate Fellow status with the Higher Education Academy (AFHEA), reflecting her commitment to academic pedagogy. Her educational background underpins her interdisciplinary methodological approach.

Abbasimaleki's research investigates how modern ideologies, state narratives, and media shape gendered spatial practices within homes, particularly through her PhD project examining power dynamics in Iranian domestic architecture. She employs visual and narrative analysis to explore tangible and intangible forces influencing spatial design and occupation, contributing to discourses on identity construction and everyday life. Previous work includes anthropological research on Azerbaijani house typologies between 1941-1979, establishing her historical perspective on domestic spatial organization.

Funding for her doctoral studies is provided through a dedicated studentship from Loughborough University's School of Architecture, Building and Civil Engineering, enabling her investigation into the role of modernity in shaping women's spatial experiences.