Assoc Prof, King Saud University, Saudi Arabia
Dr. Abdelrahman Elbakheit is an Associate Professor of Architecture and Sustainable Design at King Saud University in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. With a passion for integrating renewable energy into architectural design, he has made significant contributions to sustainable architecture through his teaching and research. 🌱🏛️
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Education
Dr. Elbakheit earned his Ph.D. in Architecture & Built Environment from Nottingham University, UK, where he focused on the active integration of photovoltaic and wind turbines for sustainable design. He holds an MSc with distinction in Renewable Energy and Architecture from Nottingham University and a BSc with honours in Architectural Engineering from the University of Khartoum, Sudan. 🎓
Experience
With over a decade of experience, Dr. Elbakheit has served as an Associate Professor at King Saud University since 2019, where he has been involved in award-winning sustainable architectural designs and research. He was instrumental in issuing the KSA Green Building Code’s first edition and previously worked as a Consultant Architect in Sudan and as an Architectural Detailer in the UK. 🏗️✨
Research Focus
Dr. Elbakheit’s research interests lie in sustainable architectural design, specifically the integration of renewable energy technologies such as photovoltaic systems and wind turbines in buildings. His work emphasizes enhancing energy efficiency and sustainability in architectural practices. 🌍💡
Awards and Honours
He has received recognition for his innovative contributions to sustainable architecture, including awards for his architectural designs. His involvement in developing the KSA Green Building Code also highlights his commitment to advancing sustainable practices in the region. 🏆🌟
Publication Top Notes
Dr. Elbakheit has authored numerous publications, contributing to the field of sustainable architecture. Some notable works include:
Systematic Architectural Design for Optimal Wind Energy Generation (2021, Bentham Publisher)
A Ducted Photovoltaic Façade Unit with Buoyancy Cooling: Part II CFD Simulation (2019, Buildings)
A Ducted Photovoltaic Facade Unit with Buoyancy Cooling: Part I Experiment (2019, Buildings)
Effect of turbine resistance and positioning on performance of Aerofoil wing building augmented wind energy generation (2018, Energy and Buildings)
A FRAMEWORK TOWARDS ENHANCED SUSTAINABLE SYSTEMS INTEGRATION INTO TALL BUILDINGS DESIGN (2018, International Journal of Architectural Research)
Evaluation of Photovoltaic Building Integration and Optimization of Tilt Angles in Riyadh City Hot Dry Climate (2015, JMEST)