Hina Illahe

Professor Hina Illahe is a faculty member in Residential Design within Virginia Tech’s Department of Apparel, Housing & Resource Management. With a background in design for sustainable environments, she focuses on creating conscious and impactful designs by incorporating an empathetic understanding of diverse cultural perspectives.

Her teaching philosophy emphasizes practical applications, including UX design and the design thinking process, inspiring students to develop solutions that not only meet design criteria but also contribute to a more sustainable and inclusive future.