Charles Montgomery

At-a-Glance

Author of "Happy City" (2013), which examines the intersection between urban design and the science of happiness.
Co-founder of Happy Cities, an organization that helps people explore new ways of building and living in cities.
Advises city builders and policymakers on how to design for happiness and solve urban challenges.
His writing has appeared in publications such as Slate, Salon, The Guardian, and The Atlantic Cities.

Biography

Charles Montgomery is an author, urbanist, and co-founder of Happy Cities. He is known for his book, "Happy City," published in 2013, which examines the intersection between urban design and the emerging science of happiness. His work focuses on how cities can be designed to nurture social trust and improve well-being.

As the founder of Happy Cities, Montgomery and his team help individuals, policymakers, and city builders understand and change their cities.