Dr. Matthew Carmona

Professor

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Biography

Matthew Carmona is a Registered Architect and Chartered Planner with a robust academic background, having previously lectured at the University of Nottingham. His experience extends to working as a researcher at Strathclyde and Reading Universities, and as an architect in both public and private practice. His research focuses on design processes, governance, design management, and the value of public space. Notably, he has engaged in various research projects that examine design policies, residential design development processes, and the quality of urban design. He is the Chair of the Place Alliance, a cross-sector collaborative aimed at enhancing place quality, and edits the Place Value Wiki, which compiles international evidence on how place quality impacts health and well-being. Additionally, he serves as the European Associate Editor for the Journal of Urban Design, frequently advises government agencies in the UK and abroad, and writes for the Town & Country Planning journal. Matthew holds multiple degrees, including a Doctorate in Philosophy from the University of Nottingham, and is actively involved in research related to sustainable cities and communities.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

University College London, Bartlett School of Planning • London, United Kingdom

Leading academic in planning and urban design, engaged in various innovative research projects.

Lecturer

1995-09-01 — 1998-08-31

University of Nottingham, School of the Built Environment • Nottingham, United Kingdom

Delivered lectures and conducted research in urban planning.

Researcher

1993-09-01 — 1995-08-31

University of Strathclyde, Centre Planning • Glasgow, United Kingdom

Conducted in-depth research in planning.

Researcher

1993-03-01 — 1993-08-31

University of Reading, Land Management • Reading, United Kingdom

Engaged in research focused on land management issues.