Ann Whiston Spirn

Ann Whiston Spirn is an accomplished American urban planner, landscape architect, and professor renowned for her work on sustainable city development. She emphasizes the importance of integrating natural landscapes into urban environments to promote ecological health and community well-being. Spirn advocates for cities that respect nature, encouraging green spaces and environmentally thoughtful design. Her research and writings inspire sustainable planning practices that enhance quality of life while protecting the environment, making urban areas more livable, resilient, and connected to nature.