Renowned French architect Dominique Perrault explores the evolution of Olympic villages, tracing their transformation from Barcelona to Paris. In this insightful discussion, he delves into the challenges, methodologies, and visionary approach shaping the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic villages.
Expanding on key themes from his urban planning manual, Un Village et son Double (A Village and Its Double), Perrault examines the duality of these spaces—both as physical infrastructures and as catalysts for urban innovation. The book, available in both English and French on actar.com, offers a deeper analysis of how the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic villages redefine cities and their legacies.
