Concrete and its legacy: modern materials, contemporary challenges

Is concrete a necessary evil or an underappreciated heritage? Often singled out for criticism, concrete has been used to shape major features of our architectural heritage, from the Oratory dome to Habitat 67, not to mention a large portion of our infrastructure.

How well do we recognize this legacy and the special challenges of preserving it? What are our options for maintaining it or adapting it to the era of decarbonization and today’s construction needs?

Panel

• Réjean Legault, Professor at the École de design de l’Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM)
• Rami Bebawi, Architect and co-founder, KANVA
• Isabelle Paradis, Conservator, Centre de conservation du Québec

Information

• Talk in French, presented on Wednesday, October 23, 2024
• Audience Q&A in French and English.

City Talks Series

For the 13^th year in a row, the city’s development stakeholders come together for the City Talks series to debate current, tangible issues related to urban planning and the city, topics that concern all Montrealers. Talks are moderated by Dinu Bumbaru, Policy Director at Héritage Montréal.