Paniz Mousavi Samimi

Paniz Mousavi Samimi

Positions

PhD Student

School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape

Graduate Teaching Assistant

School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape

Graduate Research Assistant

SSHRC

Contact information

Email

paniz.mousavisamimi@ucalgary.ca

Web presence

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Location

Office: Professional Faculties Building3165

Background

Educational Background

Master of Arts Interior Architecture, Islamic Azad University,

Bachelor of Science Architectural Engineering, Islamic Azad University,

Research

Areas of Research

Equity Focused Co-Design for and with children in low-income families

An appropriate living environment is essential for every child; however, since structural housing crises are impacting the quality and affordability of accommodation, a growing number of low-income families are deprived of a proper home. Social housing is developed to address this issue by being more affordable for low-income families, however, they often fail to meet the required standards. As a consequence, poor-quality housing detrimentally affects the mental health of all residents, especially children, who are constantly undermined in such circumstances. As a part of the solution, empowering children by giving them a voice in the design process, and realizing their needs in housing can significantly contribute to providing equitable environments for them. Therefore, my research aims to develop an equity-focused design framework that improves children’s mental health in social housing along with their participation. The outcomes could have the potential to create a positive impact on various levels, from individual children and families to broader societal and policy changes in the context of social housing.

Participation in university strategic initiatives

Child Health and Wellness (2020-2025)

Awards

  • TTI Work-Integrated Learning Award, Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Calgary. 2025
  • Transformative Talent Internship Scholarship, Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Calgary. 2024
  • Jim and Jean Cragg Doctoral Scholarship in Environmental Design , University of Calgary . 2023
  • International Graduate Tuition Award , University of Calgary . 2023
  • Doctoral Entrance Scholarship , University of Calgary . 2023

Publications