About

I am an architect and an Assistant Professor in the Department of Architecture, at Premier University. My research focuses on urban historic settlements, challenges, and opportunities of the present urban fabric in the Chittagong context. My current research concentrates on how rural communities are affected by the growth of renewable energy (both positively and negatively), how rural landowners respond differently to wind and solar projects, and how state and local policies help or impede the deployment of renewable energy.

My dual role as both an architect and educator position me uniquely to influence the future of urban design, fostering a deep understanding of the interplay between architecture and the vibrant tapestry of urban life. My commitment to this field inspires those around me to envision and create a better, more sustainable urban future.

Experience

March 2023 Present	Assistant Professor, Department of Architecture Premier University, Chattogram, Bangladesh
June 2013 February 2023	Lecturer, Department of Architecture Premier University, Chattogram, Bangladesh
September 2011 May 2013	Senior Architect Tanya Karim, N. R. Kahn & Associates, Dhaka
May 2011 July 2011	Junior Architect Bashirul Haq & Associates, Dhaka

Qualification

Pursuing Master in Disaster Management
BRAC University, Dhaka

Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch)
The University of Asia Pacific

Research

• Chowdhury, K., Hossan, M.  Reanimating of Small Stagnant Waterbodies of Chittagong: Case Study on Asker Dighi and Rani Dighi’. Published in the International Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences (IJHSS) ISSN(P): 2319-393X; ISSN(E): 2319-3948 Vol. 5, Issue 3, April-May 2016; 105-114 © IASET

• Chowdhury, K., Khan, N., M., Esa, Abrar. ‘Rejuvenation of the Surrounds of Chittagong Railway Building Premises as the Effective Public Space: Problems and Potentials. Accepted in the International Conference on 'Cities, People and Places'- ICCPP-2015 October 26th –27th, 2015, Colombo, Sri Lanka.

• Chowdhury, K.  ‘Transforming Lost Space to Third Place as an Approach of Urban Regeneration: Special     Reference to Rani and Deba Dighi (waterbodies) of Chittagong”. Accepted in the International Conference on ‘The City and Complexity –Life, Design and Commerce in the Built Environment- City, University of London, AMPS, Architecture MPS June 17-19 June, 2020, London. This publication published AMPS Proceedings Series 19. R. Lastman (ed). ISSN 2398-9467, Pg 290.

• Hossan, M. and Chowdhury, K ‘Recalling the Foregoing Images’ 7 Heritages of Chattogram edited by Professor Dr. Abu Sayeed M. Ahmed

• Chowdhury, K. ‘DARUL ADALAT: A Case on the Edge of Ruination of City’s Antique’. IAB Newsletter Chattogram Chapter, 10th CC, Issue-01, 2021. Pg 28-32.

• Chowdhury, K. ‘Revealing the story of Mughal Spiritual Monument: Qadam Mubarak Mosque and Tomb’.  IAB Newsletter Chattogram Chapter, 10th CC, Issue-02, 2021. Pg 24-27.

• Chowdhury, K. City’s Historic Site ‘ Badr Auliya Tomb” Left in Ruins. IAB Newsletter Chattogram Chapter, 11^th CC, Issue-01, 2023. Pg 16-19. 

Area of Interests

• Urban Morphology

• Urban design & planning

• Landscape planning & design 

Award & Prizes

•       Best Paper Certificate to KUHELI, CHOWDHURY & HOSSAN MURAD paper named: Reanimating of small stagnant waterbodies of Chittagong: Case study on Asker Dighgi and Ranir dighi. International Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences (ISSN (Online): 2319-3948; ISSN (Print): 2319-393X; Impact Factor(JCC) : 2.7367; Index Copernicus Value (ICV) : 3.0; NAAS Rating: 3.19; ) in recognition of the research paper quality, originality and significance in modeling and technical flow and upon recommendation of the TJPRC Journals Best Paper Award Committee .

Training & Workshops

• Workshop on “Urban-Rural Architectural Linkage |Dhaka I2011

• Workshop on “Green Buildings: Improving Energy Efficiency in Industrial Building’’  Chittagong Club I Chattogram |2016

• Seminar on “The Modern Architecture of Chattogram in the Mid-twentieth Century As a Development Idea in the Present Context and the Future” by Dr. Adnan Morshed,           Organized by IAB Chattogram Chapter | 8th February | 2021.

• Webinar on “Being in Tropic” by ARCHEGROUND organized by IAB Chattogram Chapter |30th June | 2021

• Seminar on “Artificial Intelligence in Architecture: The Demise of the Architects or A Good Tie?” by Ar. Ashik Vaskor Mannan, Associate Professor, Dept. of Architecture, AIUB |organized by IAB Chattogram Chapter |15th March | 2023.

Professional Memberships

• Associate Member at Institute of Architects Bangladesh (IAB)