About

The International Conference on Architecture and Built Environment (ICABE2026) is the flagship conference of the Kulliyyah of Architecture and Environmental Design (KAED), bringing together scholars, practitioners, and industry leaders to explore how the built environment can respond to rapid global transitions.

As cities, landscapes, and communities face evolving environmental, technological, and socio-cultural challenges, the conference provides a platform for sharing research, ideas, and professional practices that promote resilient, inclusive, and forward-looking approaches to shaping the future of the built environment.

Conference Posters

Theme
"Navigating Transitions:
The Built Environment in a Changing World"

Islamic Values and Ethics in the Built Environment

Governance, Human Capital and Professional Integrity

Community Integration and Social Inclusivity

Sustainable Development, ESG and Circular Economy

Climate Resilience and Adaptive Futures

Artificial Intelligence and Smart Digital Transformation

In conjunction with KAED 30th Anniversary

Important Deadlines

30 April 2026 | Extended Abstract Submission (For Paper and Poster)
20 May 2026 | Notification of Acceptance – Extended Abstract (Paper & Poster)
31 May 2026 | Early Bird Registration Deadline
30 June 2026 | Poster Competition Submission and Payment
15 August 2026 | Full Paper Submission and Payment
15 September 2026 | Registration Deadline for Conference 
14 – 15 October 2026 | Conference Dates

Publication Opportunities

Scopus Publication
Selected high-quality papers will be published in the Planning Malaysia Journal (PMJ), indexed in Scopus and MyCITE

MyCITE Publication
All accepted articles are eligible for publication in the Journal of Architecture, Planning and Construction Management (JAPCM) IIUM, indexed in MyCITE after editorial review and considerations

Project-based Article
Eligible for consideration of publication in Design Ideals Journal (DIJ), IIUM

*Publication fees will be applicable only for accepted paper, based on reviewer recommendations and improvements made in the final submission. The exact fees will be notified by the organiser upon acceptance 

Conference Fees

Physical Presentation
Early Bird – RM720 / USD210
Normal Rate – RM800 / USD230

Physical Presentation (Student)
Early Bird – RM300 / USD90
Normal Rate – RM380 / USD110

Online Presentation
Early Bird – RM495 / USD140
Normal Rate – RM550 / USD160

Online Presentation (Student)
Early Bird – RM220 / USD70
Normal Rate – RM275 / USD80

Poster Competition

Non Student
RM200 / USD65

Student
RM80 / USD30

Conference Participant

Non Student
Physical – RM500 / USD150
Online – RM100 / USD35

Student
Physical – RM200 / USD60
Online – RM50 / USD20

Group Registration

Minimum 5 Registrations
10% Discount from the total fees

Paper & Poster
10% Discount from the total fees

*maximum discount is only 10% for any packages or if combined

Location

Kulliyyah of Architecture & Environmental Design,
International Islamic University Malaysia,
Jalan Gombak,
53100, Kuala Lumpur,
Malaysia

Contact

icabe@iium.edu.my