Spatial requirements and standards in the post COVID-19 house

In people’s imagination, the dwelling represents a fundamental part of life. However, the COVID-19 pandemic has radically changed people’s usual way of living, working, entertaining, and leading life. The situation has imposed a radical rethinking of the constructed environment. In fact, problems connected to the quality of buildings, not only energetic, have emerged and those related to the general well-being, with particular attention to the space where everyday life takes place and the requirement of external spaces such as balconies or terraces, has emerged. This chapter covers an aspect of well-being related to the quality of space in the dwelling and its characteristics as a place for living. The case study regards the economic and popular buildings located in the city of Bari. The case study highlights contrasting living conditions, which impose a generalized review of the dwelling.