Dr. Tilanka Chandrasekera is a distinguished Professor of Interior Design and a trained Architect with over a decade of experience in teaching and advancing digital technologies for design education. With a career dedicated to bridging the gap between traditional design practices and emerging technologies, Dr. Chandrasekera specializes in Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), digital prototyping, and 3D visualization.
As the Director of a leading Digital Media and Mixed Reality Lab, Dr. Chandrasekera has mentored countless students and professionals, fostering innovation and creativity in interior design and architecture. Their work integrates cutting-edge tools like SketchUp, Enscape, and BuildAR with real-world applications, preparing learners to excel in modern design practices.
Dr. Chandrasekera’s research focuses on the transformative impact of immersive technologies on design education, earning accolades for contributions to the field. By blending academic expertise with hands-on applications, their teaching philosophy empowers learners to think critically, experiment boldly, and master technologies that shape the future of design.
With a passion for pushing boundaries, Dr. Chandrasekera is committed to helping students and professionals unlock their creative potential and leverage digital tools to bring their design visions to life.