Brian Evans

Brian Evans is a Professor of Urbanism and Landscape and Head of Urbanism at the Mackintosh School of Architecture, Glasgow School of Art. He directs the Glasgow Urban Laboratory and served as Glasgow's City Urbanist (2019–2023), advising on 'place, design, and city' strategies. Evans is a UN advisor on urban futures and the New Urban Agenda, with prior roles at Chalmers University and design firm Gillespies LLP. His research focuses on sustainable cities, climate action, and UN Agenda 2030 implementation. Key areas include urban-ecological interfaces, heritage equity, and equitable urban development. Recent work emphasizes 'benign Anthroposystems' in cities and climate-resilient design.

Evans has authored/co-authored over 50 award-winning projects globally, spanning urban design, landscape planning, and policy. His publications explore design pedagogy, resilient cities, and cross-cultural urbanism. Awards include accolades from Europa Nostra and the Scottish Government. He advises international bodies like the UNECE and chairs conferences on urban sustainability. Evans' work bridges academia, practice, and policy, advocating for inclusive, nature-integrated urban futures.