Dr. Aasem Mohammed Al-Abdullatief is an Assistant Professor and Head of the Department of Architecture and Building Sciences at King Saud University (KSU) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. He holds a Ph.D. in Architecture and Built Environment from the University of Nottingham, a Master of Digital Media from Simon Fraser University, and a Bachelor of Architecture from KSU. Dr. Al-Abdullatief’s research sits at the intersection of traditional architecture, digital integration, and modern environmental technologies. His primary expertise includes sustainable and low-energy building design, daylighting efficiency, and thermal performance optimization tailored specifically to hot and arid climates. Notably, his work explores innovative agritech integrations, such as combining hydroponic green roofs with photovoltaic solar panels in desert environments.