Assoc. Prof. Ts. Dr. Mohd Zairul Bin Mohd Noor is an accomplished scholar and academic leader specializing in architecture, housing, and educational innovation. Currently serving as an Associate Professor at Alfaisal University, he brings a wealth of experience in architectural design, housing, and construction management. His academic journey is marked by a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, both in teaching and research. Dr. Zairul has supervised numerous postgraduate students and authored over 30 Scopus-indexed publications, with research interests spanning housing design, circular economy, and the integration of emerging technologies like AI and VR in architectural education. Beyond academia, he has led major architectural projects across Malaysia and actively contributes to curriculum development and student mentorship. His dedication to holistic education and innovation continues to shape the future of architectural pedagogy, practice and research.