Urban Survival Skills

Structured for clarity, the book progresses from defining core concepts to analyzing global case studies. It merges hydrological data, sociological research, and architectural blueprints to demonstrate solutions—such as Singapore’s vertical greenery combating urban heat—while addressing controversies like privatized disaster defenses. Unique insights include temporal resilience, which prepares cities for slow crises like soil degradation alongside sudden disasters. Practical tools like community risk assessment templates and green roof incentives bridge theory and action. By framing cities as adaptable ecosystems rather than static fortresses, Urban Survival Skills offers a socially just vision of urban futures, where survival hinges on inclusivity, creativity, and harmony with nature.