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Milano Cortina Olympic cauldron designer seeks funding for restoration
The creative mastermind behind the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic cauldrons is calling on public and private backers to finance their reactivation. Designer Marco Balich emphasises the symbolic importance the structures held for visitors during the Winter Games.
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MILAN — Marco Balich, the architect of the iconic Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic cauldrons, has launched an appeal to institutional sponsors to support the restoration and reactivation of the celebrated installations.
The cauldrons, which served as centrepieces during the Winter Games held earlier this year, forged a significant emotional connection with both residents and international visitors, according to Balich. He is now seeking commitment from both public authorities and private corporations to preserve and revive these symbolic structures for the future.
The designer's initiative reflects broader efforts across host cities to maintain Olympic legacies beyond the concluding ceremonies. The Milano Cortina cauldrons have become recognised landmarks within the host region, representing the Games' cultural and artistic vision.
Balich's call for funding support underscores the financial challenges that often accompany post-Olympic facility management. While the structures gained prominence during the two-week sporting event, their long-term viability depends on sustained investment and stakeholder backing.