Academic Staff Profile
Mr. Sambilani Chirwa
MArch
School of Built Environment
Architecture Department
Office:
Chichiri Campus, Block 5, Room 25
Email:
schirwa@mubas.ac.mw
Research Interests
History and Theory of Architecture, Vernacular Architecture, Building Performance and Simulation
Publication Areas
Architecture, Urban Studies
Biography & Background
Sambirani is a graduate architect and lecturer at the Malawi University of Business and Applied Sciences. With over ten years of professional experience, he specialises in sustainable design, BIM‑driven workflows, and culturally grounded architectural solutions. His research focuses on regional identity, vernacular architecture, and climate‑resilient design for informal communities. He holds a Master’s in Architecture (Distinction) from Chang’an University, where he published work on space, culture, and human behaviour.
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