Mr. Uditha Fernando

Lecturer | School of Architecture

CAREER SUMMARY

  • Architect

    • Design Consortium (Pvt) Ltd — 5 years, involved in multi‑functional buildings, offices, commercial complexes, residential projects and dairy farm facilities from inception to completion.

    • The Sourcing Collective, UK BIM Outsourcing Service Company (Colombo Office) — 4 years, worked as Architect/Team Lead on overseas projects, managing design development and coordination through BIM/ Revit.

  • Chartered Architect in Private Practice

    • Over 6 years, delivering residential, office, commercial and hotel projects with a focus on design quality and client engagement.

  • Visiting Lecturer

    • Since October 2025: SLIIT Connect.

    • National Design Centre, Katubedda, 4 years,contributed to National Diploma and Higher National Diploma programmes in Interior Design.

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS

  • Master of Science in Interior Design – University of Moratuwa (2024–2026)

    • Completed Postgraduate Diploma requirements in 2025

    • Currently undertaking final year Design Research and Comprehensive Design Project

  • Bachelor of Architecture (Hons.) – University of Moratuwa (2013–2017)

    • Second Class Honours

    • Comprehensive Design Project (2017): Grade A‑

    • Dissertation: “Influence of Highway Interchanges on Morphological Transformation in Suburban Area. Special Reference to Kottawa Highway Interchanges"

RESEARCH INTERESTS AND MEMBERSHIP

Research Interests

  • Healing Architecture — exploring how spatial aesthetics and mindful environments enhance well‑being.

  • Spatial Aesthetics — studying the rhythmic flow of environments and their impact on user experience.

  • Mindfulness in Interior Design — focusing on curated spaces that promote calmness, balance, and emotional health.

  • Adaptive Reuse Buildings

Memberships

  • Chartered Architect (AIA – SL) — Associate Member of the Sri Lanka Institute of Architects (SLIA)

    • Completed SLIA Part III Exam in 2020

    • Registration No: CA20580

  • Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) — Chartered Member

    • Registration No: 20048790

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