How the Paris 2024 village has been transformed for Paralympians 

Laurent Michaud, head of the Paralympic Village, discussed the rapid yet meticulous transformation

Athletes arrive at the Paralympic Village ahead of the Paris 2024 Paralympics. The Games begin on August 28. Picture: Alex Slitz/Getty Images

The Paris Olympic village was buzzing with activity this weekend as athletes from 168 delegations were settling into their temporary home, preparing for their upcoming competitions.

The village, nestled in the northern suburbs of Paris, in the Seine-Saint-Denis department, closed its doors on August 13 after the conclusion of the Olympic Games, giving organisers a week to make necessary adjustments for the upcoming Paralympics.