Journal of Urban Design and Mental Health; 2023: 8
ISSN 2398-4082 (online)
ISSN 2398-4082 (online)
Volume 8: LOOKING BACK/ IMAGINING FORWARD
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EditorialLooking Back, Imagining Forward: Whither Urban Design and Mental Health?
Daniel Gan (1) and Colin Ellard (2) (1) Simon Fraser University, Vancouver, Canada (2) University of Waterloo, Ontario |
Research
Role of Urban Public Space in Sustaining Mental Well-being: Inferences from Pandemic Scenario
Asesh Sarkar (1), Sayna Anand (1), Surya PS (1), Iqra Rafiq (1), Tina Pujara (2)*
(1) PhD Scholar, Research Group 'Happiness by Design', Department of Architecture and Planning, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, India
(2) Assistant Professor, Research Group 'Happiness by Design', Department of Architecture and Planning, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, India
*Corresponding Author: [email protected]
Asesh Sarkar (1), Sayna Anand (1), Surya PS (1), Iqra Rafiq (1), Tina Pujara (2)*
(1) PhD Scholar, Research Group 'Happiness by Design', Department of Architecture and Planning, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, India
(2) Assistant Professor, Research Group 'Happiness by Design', Department of Architecture and Planning, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, India
*Corresponding Author: [email protected]
Quality of Life and Self-Reported Common Mental Disorders: An Analysis of Patterns and Relationship in Ibadan Metropolis, Nigeria
Mr. Adeniyi S. Gbadegesin (1), and Mr. Olufemi A. Adedokun (2)
(1) Department of Geography, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1527-5870
(2) Department of Geography, University of Ibadan. Nigeria
Mr. Adeniyi S. Gbadegesin (1), and Mr. Olufemi A. Adedokun (2)
(1) Department of Geography, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1527-5870
(2) Department of Geography, University of Ibadan. Nigeria
City Case Studies
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LAPUA, FINLAND
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A Case Study of Urban Design, Wellbeing and Mental Health in Lapua, Finland
Verity Parkin University of Birmingham, UK Alys Daniels-Creasey University of Edinburgh, UK |
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BRIGHTON, UK
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A Case Study of Urban Design for Wellbeing and Mental Health in Brighton, UK
Funmi Akindejoye GBHI, TCD Dr Helena Teravainen Aalto University School of Arts, Design and Architecture, Espoo, Finland |
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PARIS, FRANCE
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The Heating of Buildings and the Mental Health of their Inhabitants: Three Buildings in Paris
Dr. Yaneira Wilson Ecole Supérieure des Professions Immobilières (ESPI-ESPI-2R) - Centre for Housing Research, LAVUE–CNRS, France. School of Architecture, Paris-Val de Seine https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3730-2224 Pr. Yankel Fijalkow Centre for Housing Research, LAVUE–CNRS, France. School of Architecture, Paris-Val de Seine |
About Edition 8
Publisher
The Journal of Urban Design and Mental Health is a biannual open-access, peer-reviewed and multi-disciplinary journal, published online by the Centre for Urban Design and Mental Health, an international think tank that seeks to answer the question: how can we build better mental health into our cities?
Co- editors
Daniel Gan from the Simon Fraser University, Vancouver, Canada, and Colin Ellard from the University of Waterloo, Ontario
Cover Curator
Erin Sharp Newton
Note on spelling
This journal accepts all recognised spellings, so expect for example 'aging' and 'ageing' depending on where the authors are based.
The Journal of Urban Design and Mental Health is a biannual open-access, peer-reviewed and multi-disciplinary journal, published online by the Centre for Urban Design and Mental Health, an international think tank that seeks to answer the question: how can we build better mental health into our cities?
Co- editors
Daniel Gan from the Simon Fraser University, Vancouver, Canada, and Colin Ellard from the University of Waterloo, Ontario
Cover Curator
Erin Sharp Newton
Note on spelling
This journal accepts all recognised spellings, so expect for example 'aging' and 'ageing' depending on where the authors are based.
Submit to Edition 9
Submission deadline December 15, 2024
Urban Landscapes for Mental Health: Intersections and Connections between Wisdom and Innovation in Design
We invite submissions that explore the intersections between urban design, urban planning, landscape design, architecture and mental health, with a particular focus on historical insights, theoretical frameworks, innovative design strategies, and empirical research that align with the proposed theme of “Urban Landscapes for Mental Health: Intersections and Connections between Wisdom and Innovation in Design". Emphasis is placed on contributions that draw upon historical knowledge, conceptualize theoretical paradigms, propose avant-garde design methodologies, and present rigorously conducted empirical or evidence-based analysis.
Scholars are encouraged to submit original research articles, theoretical essays, and review papers that offer insightful analysis and discussion of how historical perspectives on urban design can inform modern innovations tailored to promote mental well-being in urban settings. The objective of this call is to compile a diverse array of scholarly works that elevate discourse in the field and pave the way for practical applications conducive to healthier urban environments.
Contributions may range as follows:
If you are interested in submitting, please see opportunities for submitting editorials, original research, case studies, analysis and more.
Urban Landscapes for Mental Health: Intersections and Connections between Wisdom and Innovation in Design
We invite submissions that explore the intersections between urban design, urban planning, landscape design, architecture and mental health, with a particular focus on historical insights, theoretical frameworks, innovative design strategies, and empirical research that align with the proposed theme of “Urban Landscapes for Mental Health: Intersections and Connections between Wisdom and Innovation in Design". Emphasis is placed on contributions that draw upon historical knowledge, conceptualize theoretical paradigms, propose avant-garde design methodologies, and present rigorously conducted empirical or evidence-based analysis.
Scholars are encouraged to submit original research articles, theoretical essays, and review papers that offer insightful analysis and discussion of how historical perspectives on urban design can inform modern innovations tailored to promote mental well-being in urban settings. The objective of this call is to compile a diverse array of scholarly works that elevate discourse in the field and pave the way for practical applications conducive to healthier urban environments.
Contributions may range as follows:
- 1,000-2,000 words for Project Case Studies, Creative Practice Reflections, Research-Creation Projects and graduate student submissions.
- 4,000-6,000 words (excluding references) for evidence-based research articles, case studies, and other rigorous research studies.
- SUBMIT HERE!
If you are interested in submitting, please see opportunities for submitting editorials, original research, case studies, analysis and more.
- We encourage submissions from all countries and from all academic backgrounds. Feel free to email first to discuss.
- Edition 9 will contain city case studies from around the world. If you are interested in conducting a city case study, please review the list of available cities, and see our city case study protocol.
- If you are interested in being a guest editor, peer reviewer or cover designer, please email us.