Montreal by Night

Article
“Montreal de noche / Montreal by Night”

Concepción, Chili
Materia Arquitectura, (24), 114–123, 2023

Co-written with Christina Contandriopoulos

The text explores the often-overlooked role of night in architecture and urban studies. It discusses the emerging field of ‘night studies’ and highlights the seminar ‘Montreal by Night’, which focused on the tension between official city images and its nocturnal activities. Topics such as the history of sex workers, media coverage, and the transformation of nightlife neighborhoods were explored. The text emphasizes the need for inclusive planning and governance of night life and the importance of preserving ephemeral artifacts and archives. Overall, it highlights the growing significance of night studies in academic research, public policy, and activism.