Contact
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Naglaa Sami Adbel Aziz Mahmoud

Dr. Naglaa Mahmoud holds a degree in Interior Design from the College of Fine Arts, Helwan University, Egypt, and further advanced her studies at École d’Architecture d’Intérieure Camondo, France. Fluent in French, English, and Arabic, she brings a global perspective to her work and research in the field of Interior Design. With over 30 years of teaching experience, Dr. Naglaa Mahmoud has mentored students who have earned prestigious awards, including the IFI Award in 2009. Many of her students have gone on to pursue advanced degrees in Interior Design. Her research, particularly in lighting and acoustics, has set industry standards, including her influential study on the interplay of illumination and sound in conference halls. Dr. Naglaa Mahmoud has played a key role in academic development, serving on committees for accreditation and strategic planning. As department head (2019–2020), she established the Lighting and Acoustical Lab at Ajman University, which serves as a vital resource for students and researchers. This initiative also helped enhance the university’s reputation and expand its academic outreach. Recognized for her contributions, Dr. Naglaa Mahmoud was selected as the APID Ambassador for the IFI Congress Dubai 2020, further elevating the reputation of both her and Ajman University. She is affiliated with leading professional organizations, including the Journal of Interior Design and IDEC, and is committed to advancing research and collaboration in the field of Interior Design.

Education
  • Ph.D. in Fine Arts with a specialization in Interior Architecture (Joint Program between École D’Architecture D’Intérieure, France, and the College of Fine Arts, Egypt), 2002.
  • Master of Fine Arts in Interior Architecture (College of Fine Arts, Helwan University, Egypt), 1996.
  • Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Architecture (College of Fine Arts, Helwan University, Egypt), 1990.
Experience
  • Associate Professor, Interior Design Department, College of Architecture, Art, and Design (CAAD), Ajman University (AU), United Arab Emirates, 2024-Present
  • Assistant-Professor, Interior Design Department, College of Architecture, Art, and Design (CAAD), Ajman University (AU), United Arab Emirates, 2005-2024
  • Head of Interior Design Department, College of Architecture, Art, and Design, Ajman University (AU), United Arab Emirates, 2019-2020
  • Assistant Professor, Interior Design Department, College of Engineering, Ajman University (AU), United Arab Emirates, 2005-2019
  • Assistant Professor, Architecture Department, College of Maritime Transport & Technology, Arab Academy for Science and Technology and Maritime Transport, Cairo, Egypt, 2004
  • Assistant Professor, Interior Architecture Department, College of Fine Arts, Helwan University, Cairo, Egypt, 2002-Present
  • Lecturer, Interior Architecture Department, College of Fine Arts, Helwan University, Cairo, Egypt, 1996-2002
  • Teaching Assistant, Interior Architecture Department, College of Fine Arts, Helwan University, Cairo, Egypt, 1990-1996
Teaching Area
  • Lighting and Acoustics for Interior Design – Lighting and Acoustics for Architecture
  • Graduation Project - Graduation Project II
  • Psychology of Interior Design
  • Islamic Interiors, Theory of ID
  • Architecture for Interiors
Research
  • Lighting and Acoustics as Enhancing Elements in Interior Design
  • Environmental Psychology Effects of the Interior Design
  • Interior Design Program: Pedagogy and Quality Assurance
Publications
Conference Presentation
  • "The Importance of Teaching Sustainability to Tomorrow's Interior Designers," The International Scientific Conference for the Centennial of the Faculty of Fine Arts: 100 Years of Creativity, Helwan University, Egypt, 2008.
  • "The Ideal Program for Designing Lecture Halls to Advance Fine Arts Education," 4th Conference of the Faculty of Fine Arts, Helwan University, 2003.
Memberships, Awards and Honors
  • Certificate of Appreciation for Best Student Research, Ajman University, 2022.
  • Certificate of Appreciation for Best Student Research, American University of the Emirates, 2021.
  • Certificate of Appreciation for Best Student Research, Ajman University, 2021.
  • Certificate of Appreciation for Best Student Research, Ajman University, 2020.
  • IFI 2020 Dubai / APID, Trophy of Appreciation for Efforts in Preparing the Biannual Congress.
  • Certificate of Appreciation for Club Fair Juror, Ajman University, 2019.
  • Certificate of Appreciation for Best Student Research Supervisor, Abu Dhabi University, 2019.
  • IALD Membership, International Association of Lighting Designers, 2019 – Present.
  • Certificate of Appreciation for Best Student Research, Ajman University, 2019.
  • IDEC Membership, Interior Design Educators Council, 2018 – Present.
  • Certificate of Appreciation for Best Student Research, Ajman University, 2016.
  • "Marquis Who’s Who" Bibliography, 2015.
  • Certificate of Outstanding Performance, Dean of Engineering, 2012.
  • Certificate of Experience, Dean of Engineering, 2011.
  • Certificate of Appreciation for Supervising the Winning Student in the IFI Competition, Dubai, 2009.
  • Membership, APID – Association of Professional Interior Designers (Allied with IFI), 2009 – Present.
  • Ph.D. in Interior Architecture with Honors and Excellence, 2002.
  • Membership, ICOM – International Council of Museums, from 1997.
  • Master's Degree in Interior Architecture with Honors and Excellence, 1996.
  • Membership, Egyptian Organization of Plastic Arts (Allied with UNESCO), from 1991.
  • First Position with Excellence and Honor out of 120 students in Bachelor of Arts in Interior Architecture, 1990.