John Hoal is professor of architecture and urban design, and teaches both studio and theory courses in architecture and urban design. His main research relates to sustainable urbanism; the morphology and metabolism of the contemporary city; the design and activation of public space; ecological urbanism; equitable city redevelopment and inclusion; and the philosophy of architecture and the city. His design practice both in the United States and South Africa has included large-scale urban design and landscape projects, as well as numerous buildings.