Abstract

LUENGO-DUQUE, María Helena  and  CRESPO, Omayra Rivera. Public space and pandemic: Analysis methodology in Santurce, Puerto Rico. An. Investig. Arquit. [online]. 2022, vol.12, n.2, e311.  Epub Dec 02, 2022. ISSN 2301-1505.  https://doi.org/10.18861/ania.2022.12.2.3298.

Given the challenge that cities face due to COVID-19 and its variants, it is essential to recognize public space as a recreational environment necessary for people's emotional and physical health. Considering the emotional wear and tear that confinement can cause to prevent contagion, this article presents the results of an investigation aimed at generating a tool for evaluating public space in relation to its qualities to respond to the needs of leisure and recreation in all time, including times of pandemic. In Puerto Rico, there is a lack of public spaces equipped with the necessary facilities to provide the benefits expected from a space for common use and guarantee the prevention and control of the spread of COVID-19. This research analyzes the public spaces of the Santurce district (including the Condado and Miramar sectors) in San Juan, Puerto Rico; in order to recognize their ability to contribute to the physical and emotional health of people and at the same time respond to the challenges posed by pandemics. As a result of this research, a theoretical - methodological instrument is proposed to evaluate the public spaces of Santurce in terms of sustainability and the ability to respond to the challenge posed by the current pandemic.

Keywords : habitability; public health; sustainability; urban design.

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