Urban environments are more than just arrangements of buildings and streets; they are complex, dynamic systems shaped by the interplay between natural processes, human interventions, and evolving cultural narratives. In exploring the intersections of ecology and urban design, Brian McGrath’s edited volume offers a compelling lens through which to understand cities as living, adaptive entities rather than static frameworks. The collection assembles a diverse array of perspectives—spanning theory, case studies, and innovative design proposals—to illuminate how ecological thinking can inform not only the physical form but also the social and environmental health of urban spaces.

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