Erbil, Kurdistan Region – 29 October 2026 – The University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH) hosted Dr Karim Najar from KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden, for a seminar and practical workshop on human-centred planning, cultural heritage, and urban quality.
Through lectures and hands-on group activities, architecture students explored the Kurdish Model for Analysis of Residential Qualities (K-MAB), applying its assessment criteria to residential designs and identifying opportunities for improvement in functionality, sustainability, cultural relevance, and residents’ well-being.
The activities encouraged collaborative learning and critical thinking, connecting architectural theory with practical design assessment to support better housing and better living environments communities in the Kurdistan Region.
