Urban Design Through the Lens of Epidemics

This chapter explores the historical interplay between urban environments and epidemics, specifically in New York City, and how diseases like tuberculosis and cholera have shaped architectural decisions and urban planning. It highlights public health initiatives that transformed urban living conditions and discusses the potential lasting impacts of the coronavirus pandemic on city life. Additionally, the chapter touches on the branding of Corona beer, illustrating how the pandemic influenced consumer perceptions of products.