Michael Hough (1928–2013) was a Canadian landscape architect and urban planner, considered one of the pioneers of ecological and sustainable design. His career was distinguished by an innovative approach that aimed to integrate natural processes within the urban fabric, challenging the traditional separation between city and nature. The foundational work that synthesizes his thinking is the book *City Form and Natural Process* (1984), a key text in ecological urbanism that promotes the design of urban landscapes based on the understanding and enhancement of local ecosystems. Among his most significant projects are the plan for Ontario Place and the landscape plan for the University of Toronto campus, where he applied his principles of urban ecology. For his revolutionary contribution to the profession, he received numerous awards, including the Order of Canada, the country's highest civilian honor, and the Canadian Society of Landscape Architects Medal. His work has left a lasting legacy, influencing generations of architects and urban planners globally.