As a former resident of Regent Park, I have mixed feelings about the demolition of these buildings. In one sense, I really liked the layout of the units(especially the two level apartments). Despite all the brick and concrete on the exterior, there was an airy quality to some of the units. I can also recall those odd balconies which were staggered between two units. I am glad they are at least refurbishing one of those buildings to preserve the architectural heritage of the area.
Despite all the positive architectural merits of these buildings, the public realm around them is pretty atrocious to say the least. The area is just terribly planned!