Accessibilità post-pandemia: riflessioni sullo spazio pubblico

ABSTRACT

The correlation between the psycho-physical well-being of citizens and the provision of green areas has been one of the cornerstones of urban planning since its inception, as its constant commitment to adapt cities and territories to emerging challenges. The spread of COVID-19 has changed the relationship between citizens and urban space. The public space has been limited and banned, confining citizens within their private space and the psycho-physical well-being of citizens depended only on the quality of the domestic space. The pandemic represents a moment of reflection and research for the disciplines that deal with the quality of life of citizens. The pandemic crisis may be an opportunity to rethink the role and importance of the provision of public space and urban green areas, their distribution and effective accessibility. The paper analyzes current models of urban development as potential responses to the challenges of the post-pandemic city. © 2020 Author(s).