Awards

• 2019: Academician - Academy of Urbanism, London, United Kingdom.

• 2018: Gold Medal, Career Achievement and Appreciation Award, UIA National Section: Society of Egyptian Architects, Cairo, Egypt

• 2017: 2017 Recipient of the UIA Jean Tschumi Prize for Excellence in Architectural Education and Criticism, International Union of Architects, Paris, France.

• 2009: Fellow: Fellowship Award—Certificate of Recognition, Higher Education Academy, “Recognition of Expertise and Commitment to Enhancing and Supporting the Student Learning Experience in Higher Education, York, United Kingdom.

• 2009: Fellow: Royal Society of the Arts—the RSA, London, United Kingdom.

• 2005: Certificate of Award, CEFPI, Council of Educational Facilities Planners International, Contribution to the Ideals set forth by the Council. CEFPI, Scottsdale, Arizona, USA.

• 2002: Appreciation Award- La Paz City Mayor, Bolivia, Contributing Jury Member and Reviewer in Inner City Re-development Program. La Paz, Bolivia.

• 2000: Achievement Award- Institute of International Education, Sustainable Tourism Program. USAID, Washington, DC. USA.

• 1999: Appreciation Award-Lleida City Council, Spain, Contribution in the International Program of Intermediate Cities. Lleida, Spain.

• 1998: Paul Chemetove Prize, International Ideas Competition, Architecture and the Eradication of Poverty, International Union of Architects/UNESCO, Paris, France.

• 1995: Outstanding Teaching and Research Award, Community Development Group, School of Architecture, College of Design, North Carolina State University, USA.

• 1993: Channel Exchange Ph.D. Research Fellowship to the United States, Egyptian Ministry of Education, Cairo, Egypt.

• 1990: First Prize of the International Architecture Design Studio, Canada, School of Architecture, University of Montreal, Montreal, Canada.

• 1987: Outstanding Academic Performance, Award of Excellence of Graduation Design Thesis, Society of Egyptian Architects, Cairo, Egypt.

2019-2021: Honorary Visiting Professor, Faculty of Design and Architecture, University Putra Malaysia, Serdang, Malaysia.

2019-2019: Visiting Professor, Faculty of Architecture, University of Belgrade, Serbia, Belgrade.

2017-2017: Visiting Professor, Faculty of Art, Design, and Architecture, Bilkent University, Ankara, Turkey

2017-2017: Visiting Professor, Faculty of Architecture, University of Belgrade, Serbia, Belgrade.

2015: Visiting Professor, Distinguished Visitor Program: Center for Sustainable Development at the University of Central Lancashire, Preston, United Kingdom.

2014-2016: Visiting Professor, HBKU: Hamad Bin Khalifa University, Doha, Qatar.

2000 & 2006: Visiting Professor, University of Napoli - Federico II, Naples, Italy.

Cultural & Behavioural Factors (Master of Architecture) Class at the University of Strathclyde

“This class has offered us an interesting insight and observation into aspects of design that we have not considered before (Students Group a, Classe 2018).”

“The class has been intriguing, allowing us to question the reality of the built environment and social and behavioural aspects involved (Students Group, Class 2018).”

“… Overall, this class has proved beneficial for our team-building and effective communication skills (Students Group c, Class 2018).”

“… Despite that we disagreed at times, we were able through a consensus discussion process to understand the essence of each factor and impacts of one factor on our perception of others (Students Group, Class 2016).”

“… We were actively and deeply engaged in an action field research process that contributed to our collective assessment scores about the building in question (Students Group, Class 2015).”

Selected Recent Statements from Students

"… [I would like] to acknowledge (as a former PhD student and now Early Career Academic) that Professor Salama rewards hard work, and keeps in mind the career development of his former students and collaborators. He has, in fact, done more to support my professional and academic growth than many of my own line managers.” Brown (former PhD and colleague).

“…There have been times throughout my education that I have doubted my ability. However, Professor Salama’s mentoring and teaching style has helped me to believe in my own capabilities as future academic, and I now truly enjoy my research.” MacLean (former PhD).

“… Ashraf is an inspiring mentor, sharing his knowledge and skills and creating opportunities for other educators and researchers.” Khan (colleague and former PhD).

“Professor Salama has played a key role in my development since 1996 as a student, throughout my career, and for the future to come.” Gharib (former undergraduate, mentee, and colleague).

“I’ve always thought of Ashraf, our Head of School, as a professor whose door is always open and help will be given to those who ask.” Kennedy (former PhD).