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Alan Mace is an Associate Professor in Urban Planning Studies at the London School of Economics. He joined the department in 2010, having previously worked as a spatial planner in London while teaching planning at the University of Westminster. At LSE, he delivers core units for the Master's programme in Regional Urban Planning Studies and teaches undergraduate courses in cultural geography with a focus on London. His research interests lie at the intersection of conventions and institutions in planning, particularly how these influence priorities and perspectives within local communities. Mace's work showcases a critical interest in the unintended consequences of planning conventions and the trade-offs associated with densification, particularly in relation to green belt policy and community resistance to change. His empirical research, primarily focused on London and the Greater South East, examines the dynamics of planning governance and the challenges faced by various stakeholders as they navigate divergent aspirations for urban development. Furthermore, he explores the implications of suburban gentrification and the changes in the ethnic composition of London's suburbs, delving into specific planning challenges posed by higher density developments in existing suburban areas.
Department of Economics