Mehdi Zahed

Mehdi Zahed is an accomplished academic and architect with extensive experience in architectural education and practice. Currently serving as a Professor of Architectural Technician at Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology, Mehdi prepares educational materials and teaches courses that integrate various architectural disciplines. Previous roles include a Visiting Scholar at Penn State University focusing on environmental sustainability, as well as a decade-long tenure as an Instructor at NAIT, where Mehdi contributed to curriculum development and student mentoring. As Principal Architect of Zahed Architect and through various positions at established firms, Mehdi has provided architectural design services and project management, emphasizing quality and collaboration. Educational credentials include a Ph.D. in Environmental Design from the University of Calgary and multiple degrees in Architecture and Architectural Engineering. Recent professional development includes a Micro Credential Certificate in Whole Building Life Cycle Assessment from the British Columbia Institute of Technology.