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.
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
15 May 2026 | Extended Abstract Submission (For Paper and Poster)
31 May 2026 | Notification of Acceptance – Extended Abstract (Paper & Poster)
15 June 2026 | Early Bird Registration Deadline and Payment
30 June 2026 | Poster Competition Submission and Payment
15 August 2026 | Full Paper Submission and Payment (Normal Rate)
15 September 2026 | Registration Deadline for Conference (Non-Presenters)
14 – 15 October 2026 | Conference Dates
Publication Opportunities
Scopus-Indexed Q2 Journal
Selected high-quality papers will be published in the Planning Malaysia Journal (Scopus Q2; Special Publication Rate RM1,300), after editorial review and considerations.
MyCITE-Indexed Journal
All accepted articles are eligible for publication in the Journal of Architecture, Planning and Construction Management (JAPCM) IIUM, after editorial review and considerations. (No Article Processing Charge)
Project-based Article
Eligible for consideration of publication in Design Ideals Journal (DIJ), IIUM (No Article Processing Charge)
*Publication fees will be applicable only for accepted paper, based on reviewer recommendations and improvements made in the final submission.
Conference Fees
Physical Presentation
Early Bird – RM720
Normal Rate – RM800
Physical Presentation (Student)
Early Bird – RM300
Normal Rate – RM380
Online Presentation
Early Bird – RM495
Normal Rate – RM550
Online Presentation (Student)
Early Bird – RM220
Normal Rate – RM275
Poster Competition
Regular
RM200
Student
RM80
Conference Participant
Regular
Physical – RM500
Online – RM100
Student
Physical – RM200
Online – RM50
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