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Biography

Dr. Amr Rezk is an Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Architecture at Beirut Arab University in Lebanon. He holds a Ph.D. and an MFA in Interior Architecture from Alexandria University, Egypt. His more than 20 years of academic and industry experience encompass the design and implementation of a wide range of projects, from residential to recreational and commercial projects across Egypt, the GCC region, and the USA. Having taught at universities in Egypt, Bahrain, and Lebanon, he integrates research, technical knowledge, and professional practice into studio, interior detailing and execution, and furniture design teaching, connecting theoretical principles with practical applications.

Research Interests

Dr. Amr's research interests focus on the integration of sustainable interior design, eco-friendly materials, digital fabrication, and emerging technologies. He has expertise in building renovation and rehabilitation, critical design practice, design theory, conceptual development, human-centered spatial design, and furniture design. By combining academic inquiry with practical experience, he explores methods that enhance functionality, aesthetic quality, and environmental performance.

Education & Qualifications

Dr. Amr Rezk holds a Ph.D. and an MFA in Interior Architecture from Alexandria University, Egypt. His doctoral dissertation, “Design Treatments of Contemporary Interior Architecture Using Eco-Friendly Materials,” reflects his focus on sustainable design. He has held various academic positions, including Assistant Professor and staff member at Alexandria University; an Adjunct Assistant Professor at Al-Alamein International University, Pharos University, and the Arab Academy for Science, Technology in Egypt; and an Assistant Professor at Gulf University and an Adjunct Assistant Professor at Ahlia University, Bahrain. His experience supports student development and academic excellence.

Teaching Areas

During this journey, His teaching spans interior design studios, execution, building systems, engineering drawing, design and architectural history, furniture and textiles, exhibition design, historic preservation, and research methods. He promotes innovative, project-based learning through real-world studio challenges and research-based inquiry in Materials and Specifications, Design Research and Methods, Senior Research, and Senior Project.