Journal of Urban Design and Mental Health

Volume 10 of the Journal of Urban Design and Mental Health examines uncertainties at the intersection of urban design and mental health, asking to what extent empirical evidence can inform design for mental health. It pushes the boundaries of evidence-based design, offering critical perspectives on the tension between research and development and presenting bold, reflective work that seeks to redefine or defend the role of evidence in shaping mentally healthy cities. Original research articles, theoretical essays, case studies, and dialogues explore the interplay between empirical evidence, conceptual frameworks, and design implementation, with contributions that engage theory-practice relationships, challenge conventional evidence hierarchies, and advance both theoretical discourse and evidence-based practice for healthier urban environments.