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Rentable Heritage Building Programs

Entremise Offers Affordable Rent Spaces in Historic Locations

— July 6, 2016 — Art & Design
Taking the rentable housing approach to public heritage buildings is the non-profit organization called Entremise located in Montreal, Quebec. The service allows patrons to rent historic sites rather than apartments or homes to be used for short-term needs such as filming, recreational activities and office space. The idea provides an affordable option to consumers seeking spaces to realize their projects, but without the funds to pay for more traditional rentals. The service simultaneously offers a way for civilians to utilize historic spaces and keep them in use with modern demographics.

Entremise locates heritage sites that are often rendered unused and empty such as political buildings, hospitals, museums, galleries and churches. These facilities can be expensive for the government to maintain and Entremise offers a way the space can be used and generate income. Consumers can set up temporary projects such as retail pop-ups and more in the historic venues.
Trend Themes
1. Rentable Heritage Buildings - Opportunity to transform underutilized historic sites into affordable spaces for short-term needs, generating income and preserving cultural heritage.
2. Alternative Rental Spaces - Providing consumers with unconventional options for short-term projects, such as filming, recreational activities, and office space, at a lower cost than traditional rentals.
3. Utilization of Historic Spaces - Finding innovative ways to repurpose and keep historic sites in use, catering to modern demographics and supporting local communities.
Industry Implications
1. Hospitality - Opportunity for hotels and event venues to expand their offerings by including rentable heritage buildings for unique experiences.
2. Film and Entertainment - Ideal for film producers and event organizers seeking distinctive locations for shoots and activities in historic venues.
3. Retail and Pop-up Stores - Opportunity to create temporary retail spaces and pop-up stores within historic buildings, offering customers a unique shopping experience.
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