Edited by Jim Coady FRIAI, founding partner of COADY Architects, David Browne FRIAI of RKD, and Dr Carole Pollard FRIAI, the book is published by the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI). Spanning 678 pages, it features contributions from 29 experts and includes case studies and examples from successful European cities.

The book calls for a radical transformation in how Irish cities are financed, governed, and planned. It emphasizes that cities are the engines of our social, economic, and cultural lives, and must be shaped with imagination and care. The contributors, leading voices in the built environment, address a wide range of critical issues affecting urban areas.

While Irish Cities in Crisis highlights current deficits, it also proposes actionable solutions and initiatives to tackle the challenges our cities face. It advocates for collaboration between civil society and local, regional, and national governments to drive meaningful change.

Great cities and towns are the foundation of our future. There is much work ahead, and this book will serve as a valuable reference, guiding the way forward.