Shermeen Yousif

Dr. Shermeen Yousif is an Assistant Professor and Director of the Environmental Design and Natural Materials Lab at the School of Architecture, Florida Atlantic University. Her research focuses on AI-driven computational design methods, biomaterials, and performance-based systems for sustainable architecture. She leads projects like the "Creative AI" initiative and designs decarbonized prototypes using robotic fabrication.

Education:

• PhD in Architecture (with honors), Texas A&M University
• Master of Architecture, Dessau Institute of Architecture (Bauhaus)
• Bachelor of Architecture, University of Baghdad

Research Interests: Shermeen explores AI integration in generative design systems, including neural networks and surrogate modeling. Her work emphasizes environmental performance simulations, bio-based materials, and acoustic/thermal optimization. Recent projects involve testing biomaterials for acoustic systems and collaborating with computer science programs.

Awards:

• AIA Florida Award for Research (2022, 2024)
• FAU Broward Faculty of the Year (2024)
• ACADIA Board of Directors (2023–2025)

Collaborations & Outreach: She co-teaches international workshops on computational design and AI, collaborates with Perkins Eastman, and presents at venues like DigitalFUTURES and ACADIA. Her practice, Deep-Ecology Design Studio, focuses on net-zero designs and resilience strategies.