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Social reconstruction in post seismic emergency

  • Ludovica Gregori,

The role of architecture in the post-emergency phase following an earthquake is investigated based on the hypothesis that public open space can promote the social and psychological reconstruction of the community. Through inspections and interviews conducted in the town of Accumoli (RI), hit by the 2016 earthquake, it emerges that temporary settlements represent a crucial phase in fostering interaction and reducing isolation, thereby avoiding long-term repercussions. However, the approach to their design is often purely functional, both in Italy and abroad. This study proposes design strategies that allow for rapid decision-making while maintaining a social perspective, aimed at supporting trauma recovery and collective well-being.

  • Keywords:
  • trauma recovery,
  • post-earthquake,
  • urban sociology,
  • public space,
  • community,
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Ludovica Gregori

University of Florence, Italy - ORCID: 0000-0002-1080-8930

Ludovica Gregori graduated in Architecture in Florence and obtained a PhD in Sustainability and Innovation. Her proposal on post-emergency architecture won the 2021 New European Bauhaus Prize. She gained professional experience in the UK and has been a licensed architect since 2021, with a focus on well-being and social inclusion.
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Social reconstruction in post seismic emergency

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Ludovica Gregori

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