Bachelor of Architecture, National University Iran, Tehran, 1972. Master of Architecture, National University Iran, Tehran, 1974. Master of Science in Environmental Conservation, Heriot Watt University, Edinburgh, Scotland, 1976.
Doctor of Philosophy, Heriot Watt University, Edinburgh, Scotland, 1978. Doctor of Science, Heriot Watt University, Edinburgh, Scotland, 2001.
Writer & producer, classical music programmes Radio Iran, Tehran, 1968—1974. Director, architect Center Intellectual Development of Children & Young Adults, Iran, 1972—1974. Professor University Greenwich, London, since 1981.
Editor Urban Design Studies, University Greenwich, London, 1995—2001.
Fellow: Royal Society for Encouragement of Arts, Manufacture and Commerce, Royal Asiatic Society. Member: British Association South Asian Studies, Society South Asian Studies (member council 1994-1998).
Married Natalie Honoria Lawrence, 1980.
