معرفی
Richard Laing is Professor of Urban Collaboration at Northumbria University's Department of Architecture and Built Environment. His research focuses on participatory design methodologies, digital visualization of urban spaces, and sustainable heritage management. With over £3.5M in external funding and 100+ publications, he specializes in interdisciplinary approaches to built environment challenges.
Research interests include:
- Collaborative stakeholder engagement in urban planning
- Application of digital technologies for heritage conservation
- Sustainable infrastructure redevelopment
- Public evaluation methodologies for open spaces
Recent publications explore digital heritage preservation, sustainable retrofit strategies, and participatory urban design, showing strong emphasis on community-centered solutions and policy applications. Awards include Fellowship of the Royal Society for Arts, Manufactures and Commerce (RSA). Professional activities involve RICS accreditation, BuiltViz co-chairmanship, and EPSRC peer review.
