Karina Landman

Karina Landman is a Professor in the Department of Town & Regional Planning at the University of Pretoria in South Africa. Her work focuses on spatial transformation, including research on gated communities and safer and sustainable neighbourhoods, regenerative and resilient cities and public space. The work on public space revolves around inclusivity, regeneration and resilience. Her research on sustainable development focuses on urban resilience and regenerative development and design. She has published a book, “Evolving Public Space in South Africa” (2019) and is currently leading a National Research Foundation (NRF) Project on Regenerative Public Space in South Africa. Karina has edited and co-edited four special editions of Urban Design International (x2), Urban Planning and Built Environment. She has published widely on issues related to crime prevention through environmental design, gated communities, medium-density mixed housing, sustainability, public space and urban resilience.