SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE, BUILDING AND DESIGN

Taylor's School of Architecture, Building and Design offers you a seamless educational journey from a Foundation in Natural & Built Environments to a Master's degree. As the #1 Private University in Malaysia for Architecture & Built Environment for 5 consecutive years (QS Subject Rankings 2026), we are known for academic excellence and professional relevance.

 

With programmes in high demand, our degrees are industry-accredited and validated by leading professional bodies, including the Board of Architects Malaysia (LAM), Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), Board of Quantity Surveyors Malaysia (BQSM), Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), and Pacific Association of Quantity Surveyors (PAQS), ensuring your qualifications are valued worldwide.

Interested to know more? Start your journey with us now.

Find Your Path at Taylor's Open Day: 5, 6, 12 and 13 December

 

Still deciding, or waiting on a result? Come and get a clear answer. Explore our world-class learning environment and industry connections at a university ranked #272 in the QS World University Rankings 2027, with a 100% graduate employment rate (2025 MOHE Graduate Tracer Study). Over RM60 million in scholarships and bursaries are available to support your studies.

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RANKINGS AND RECOGNITIONS
FEATURED STORIES
WHY TAYLOR'S

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Taylor'sphere™ is Taylor’s University and College’s unique education ecosystem designed to nurture well-rounded graduates. It goes beyond academics by integrating three interconnected pillars:

Intellect

Sharpen critical thinking

Craft 

Hone hands-on expertise

Practical Wisdom

Nurture emotional intelligence

 

Together, these pillars create a supportive environment where students don’t just learn — they grow, innovate, and prepare for meaningful careers and impactful lives.

Turn Ambition Into Action

 

Success doesn’t happen by chance — it starts with the right foundation. Our architecture, building and design programmes combine academic excellence with real-world exposure, helping you develop the mindset, confidence, and capabilities to lead in a dynamic world.

Every great career begins with a conversation. Make an appointment with our education counsellors to explore your interests, goals, and the programme that will help you make your mark in the architecture world.

MEET OUR EXPERTS
CHAT WITH STUDENTS
GET INSPIRED
EXPLORE OUR FACILITIES

Professor Dr Camelia May Li Kusumo
Professor Dr Camelia May Li Kusumo

Head of School, School of Architecture, Building and Design

 

Professor Dr Camelia May Li Kusumo is an experienced academic and practising architect and urban designer with 30 years across the architecture and urban planning industry and academia, specialising in sustainable tropical architecture, urban design, and urban heritage.

 

Holding a PhD in Architecture, Urbanism and Building Sciences from Delft University of Technology, the Netherlands, she brings perspectives from professional practice as a graduate architect, urban designer, and development manager in the Netherlands, Indonesia, and Malaysia into her teaching and programme design, ensuring learning remains applied, regionally grounded, and sustainability-driven. She has received gold awards at the eCONDEV international e-content development competition in 2024 and 2025, a Sustainable Development Goals International Innovation Award, and first prize in the national architecture design competition for the Agung Sedayu Centre in Jakarta.

 

She believes students should graduate with not only knowledge and skills, but also the vision and confidence to lead sustainable solutions for tropical Asian cities.

PROGRAMME DIRECTOR

Ms Aidatul Aida Ahmad Kushairi

Ms Aidatul Aida Ahmad Kushairi

Programme Director, Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Interior Architecture

 

Aidatul Kushairi has over 7 years in the interior design industry and more than 10 years in academia. A Corporate Member of MIID, Graduate ID with LAM and MAPS Accreditation Assessment Panel Member, she researches healthcare design and hospital environments.

Mohd Adib Ramli

Mohd Adib Ramli

Programme Director, Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Architecture

 

Mohd Adib brings nearly two decades of combined experience in practice and academia, including ten years as Programme Director. In 2024, the curriculum design for his programme won the top award at the AKRI Ministerial Awards.

Sr Dr Soon Lam Tatt

Sr Dr Soon Lam Tatt

Programme Director, Bachelor in Quantity Surveying (Honours)

 

Sr Dr Soon is a Registered Consultant Quantity Surveyor (CQS) with BQSM, a member of RISM, and a Chartered Quantity Surveyor with RICS, with 20 years of experience in consultancy and academia. His research focuses on AI in real estate and BIM, and he serves on the RISM SMM3 Taskforce.

Dr Myzatul Aishah Kamarazaly

Dr Myzatul Aishah Kamarazaly

Programme Director, Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Sustainable Digital Construction Management

 

Dr Myzatul has over 15 years of experience in academia and programme leadership, with expertise in digital construction, BIM, facilities management and built-environment education. Her Web-AR learning innovation, QS Nexus, won Gold at ITEX 2026 and an EMAS Award 2026.

Ts Bashira Mohd Bahar

Ts Bashira Mohd Bahar

Programme Director, Master of Architecture

 

Ts Bashira brings six years of architectural practice and 12 years in academia. She leads the Master of Architecture programme, researches spatial experience and national identity, and serves on the Pertubuhan Akitek Malaysia Council.

Associate Professor Dr TamilSalvi

Associate Professor Dr TamilSalvi

Programme Director, Master of Science in Virtual Design and Construction

 

With over 30 years across academia and professional practice, Salvi is a Certified Green Building Facilitator. Working closely with the Malaysia Green Building Council (mGBC), Salvi’s research and advocacy centre on energy efficiency, lower carbon emissions and human-centric design.

Associate Professor Dr Keith Tan Kay Hin

Associate Professor Dr Keith Tan Kay Hin

Programme Director, PhD in Architecture

 

Dr Keith Tan worked nearly nine years as a Project Architect in the UK and Malaysia. His PhD links architecture and tourism, and he researches urban regeneration and heritage conservation, appearing regularly on BFM radio.

In this section, you get the chance to hear directly from the vibrant voices of our architecture, building and design school's communities. As a gathering space for insights and stories, we are excited to showcase the experiences and knowledge of our lecturers, students, alumni, and industry partners.

Our campuses offer students comprehensive features and facilities to support their learning and comfort during their studies. We strive to provide an environment conducive to learning and development.

Side View of the Next-gen Architecture Studio

Next-Gen Architecture Studio

Block C, Level 5​ and Block E, Level 3 & 4

 

A dedicated integrated studio space for final-semester students.​

class ongoing inside a carpentry studio

Carpentry Workshop

Block E, Level G​​​​

 

Lets students visualise and translate their ideas from concept into reality.

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3D Modelling And Product Design Studio

Block E, Level G

 

Various sizes of 13 3-D printers and laser cutter machines available for coursework and research purposes.

An ecosystem that nurtures your intellect, creativity and practical wisdom

Immerse yourself with people who bring out your best – experienced lecturers, industry partners, alumni, and more.

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