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Media Release
28 October 2009
SUCCESSFUL METRO STATION DESIGN WORKSHOP HELD
A community workshop has revealed some fascinating insights into what Sydneysiders want
from their metro stations.
The first of two community workshops to develop design principles for the stations was held last
night (Tuesday 27 October) and attracted around 50 participants including councils, peak and
professional groups and local community members.
Sydney Metro CEO Rodd Staples said the workshop had resulted in a rich store of information
about what people want to see when the stations are built.
“What emerged from the workshop was how much opportunity the construction of these metro
station offers at each location,” Mr Staples said.
“A consistent theme was that people want to see an inspiring architectural landmark that
represents the best in design but which also respects and enhances the local area.
“Pyrmont and Rozelle are historic inner suburbs and participants felt this should be reflected in
the design. For example, it was suggested that the famous sandstone quarried at Pyrmont for
many of Sydney’s historic and iconic buildings should be used for Pyrmont Station.
“The workshop also revealed how important people feel it is for these stations to enhance
surrounding shopping areas and encourage vibrant street life. This was especially true at
Rozelle where participants wanted the metro’s street level design to reduce the impact of busy
Victoria Road.
“People also wanted the metro to be a demonstration project for sustainability. They expect to
see reuse, recycling and environmental design principles used in their stations.”
Mr Staples said the detailed feedback received on station buildings, surrounding landscaping,
public art, accessibility and amenity would now be put into action.
Three teams each comprising a leading architect, landscape architect and public artist will now
develop sample designs based on the draft design principles. These sample designs will be
completed for the second workshop on 10 November where the design principles will be
finalised.
“We hope these sample designs will excite public interest and more discussion about what
metro stations should be,” Mr Staples said.
Mr Staples thanked all the participants for their contribution.
“This was a fantastic exercise and I look forward to seeing everyone again in November when
the sample designs are ready for exhibition and discussion,” he said.
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The groups represented at the workshop were:
Australian Institute of Architects
Australian Institute of Landscape Architects
City of Sydney
Commuter Council
Department of Planning
Heritage Council of NSW
Infrastructure Partnerships Australia
Leichhardt Council
National Trust of Australia (NSW)
NSW Government Architect
NSW Police – City Central LAC
NSW Police – Leichhardt LAC
Physical Disability Council of NSW
Pyrmont Action
Pyrmont Progress Inc
Rozelle Neighbourhood Centre
Rozelle Residents Action Group
Rozelle/Iron Cove Precinct Committee
Rozelle/Lilyfield Precinct Committee
St Thomas Church Darling Street
Sydney Business Chamber
Sydney Metro Design Review Panel
Tourism and Transport Forum
Warren Centre for Advanced Engineering.
Contact:
Alec Brown on (02) 8238 3501 or 0427 067 314
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