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Life Inside Montreal’s Olympic Village: Past, Present, and Decay

The Main07.29.2025
Life Inside Montreal’s Olympic Village: Past, Present, and Decay
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TL;DR
The article explores the Montreal Olympic Village, originally designed as athlete housing for the 1976 Olympics, now serving as residential apartments. The twin modernist pyramid structures, inspired by Montreal's Expo 67 architecture, offer an iconic and cost-effective housing option. Residents appreciate the unique design and community atmosphere but also face challenges like aging infrastructure. The transformation reflects broader urban development themes, balancing heritage preservation with modern living needs, amidst Montreal's evolving housing market conditions. The village remains a notable architectural and cultural landmark within the city.
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