The need for smart urban land use, blending hard (e.g., transport) and soft (e.g., diversity) infrastructures, is explored in this book. It offers conceptual insights, assessment frameworks, and global best practices for innovation districts. Topics include branding's role in district planning, placemaking strategies, indicators of place quality, and classification methodologies for innovation districts. The book also examines the socio-cultural impact of anchor universities in fostering innovation within smart campuses, akin to miniature smart cities.