Dr. Hessam Ghamari is an Associate Professor of Interior Design at California State University, Northridge (CSUN) and a U.S. Fulbright Research Scholar. With over 15 years of experience in architectural and interior design, he has made significant contributions to healthcare, hospitality, commercial, and residential projects. Dr. Ghamari earned his Ph.D. in Environmental Interior Design from Texas Tech University in 2014, and his expertise spans environmental psychology, neuroarchitecture, and evidence-based healthcare design, with numerous publications in these fields.
Selected as the College of Health and Human Development Research Fellow at CSUN, his design philosophy centers on creating healthy, human-centered environments by addressing users’ physiological and psychological needs. Dr. Ghamari integrates insights from environmental psychology and healthcare design to enhance well-being in various settings.
Dr. Ghamari has served as a keynote speaker at conferences and scholarly venues worldwide. He holds leadership roles as the Director of Strategic Initiatives and a board member at the Interior Design Educators Council (IDEC) and serves as the Director of Academy Awards and a board member at the International Academy of Design and Health (IADH). His work has earned awards such as the Irene Winifred Eno Grant from the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID).
Dr. Hessam Ghamari has been honored with the prestigious Fulbright Award, a national recognition with an international focus and impact, celebrating his exceptional contributions to healthcare design and his dedication to advancing global research in this vital field. As a Fulbright scholar, Dr. Ghamari will engage in a cross-cultural academic exchange, collaborating with international experts to further his research on the relationship between healthcare environments and human well-being. This award highlights his commitment to evidence-based design, focusing on improving patient outcomes and enhancing the efficiency of healthcare spaces. His innovative work has the potential to transform hospital environments globally, making a lasting impact on the future of healthcare design.
With this Fulbright Award, Dr. Ghamari will not only advance healthcare research but also foster meaningful cultural and intellectual exchanges. His collaboration with international colleagues and institutions will enable him to bring forward innovative solutions to complex healthcare challenges while sharing his expertise with a broader global audience. This national award, with its emphasis on international focus and impact, is a testament to Dr. Ghamari’s leadership in the field and his ongoing commitment to creating healing environments that promote health, safety, and well-being for all.
