In LaSalle, a Montréal borough known for its cultural diversity, a beloved 1984 library has been given a second life — its original octagon preserved, its reach transformed, and its role as a community anchor reimagined for a new generation.

Transforming a former industrial district into a welcoming residential neighbourhood is one of the toughest challenges in modern city planning. Too often, new developments bulldoze the past to build the future, erasing the unique character of a neighbourhood. However, a new residential project in Montreal is flipping the script.