Tarek Saad Ragab

I am an accomplished architect, urban planner, and academic with over four decades of international experience spanning the United States, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia. His expertise lies in sustainable urban development, heritage conservation, zoning regulations, and innovative design strategies for sensitive and historically significant zones. As a professor of architecture and urbanism at Effat University, he combines academic rigour with real-world experience, leading multidisciplinary projects in urban regeneration, vertical farming, bioclimatic landscape design, and community planning. Dr. Ragab’s professional background includes leadership roles in government planning, UNESCO-affiliated reconstruction, and technical consultancy, showcasing a deep understanding of policy, spatial design, and environmental stewardship. His teaching and research emphasise contextual design, stakeholder engagement, and integrating cultural heritage with modern urban needs.

My professional journey spans over 40 years and includes leadership roles across the United States, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia. I have served as a Zoning Officer in New Jersey, Technical Office Manager in Alexandria, and senior consultant on projects involving UNESCO's heritage reconstruction efforts. In Saudi Arabia, I contributed to key urban development initiatives, including sensitive heritage zones such as Al Madinah’s Quba Mosque area. My portfolio includes large-scale planning, architectural design, landscape regeneration, and urban policy advising. This diverse experience is underpinned by a commitment to sustainable development, community engagement, and academic excellence.

I hold advanced degrees in architecture and urban planning, including a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Architecture with a focus on sustainable urban development. His academic training spans both Egyptian and American institutions, providing a solid foundation in design theory, urban morphology, and environmental planning. I also completed Fulbright-funded research and teaching in urban planning at the University of Texas at Arlington, enhancing my cross-cultural and interdisciplinary perspective. My education has been instrumental in shaping a career that bridges academia, practice, and public policy in architecture and urbanism.