Designed by Genton and McGregor Coxall, the newly completed Reservoir railway station creates a civic landmark and a symbol of the suburb’s past.
The translucent canopy of station is designed to interacts with light in the same way that light reflects off rippling water. The design is inspired by Reservoir’s history as the home of three water reservoirs in the late 19th century.
Reservoir station by Genton and McGregor Coxall.
Image: Peter Clarke
The façade is made from angled, perforated metal which balances the requirements for weather protection and views. The ground level external walls form a barrier against the surrounding roads.
The station is made from robust materials including black concrete, light stainless steel cladding, brown bricks.
The station is part of the Victorian government’s Level Crossing Removal Project, and part of an elevated rail corridor in Melbourne’s north. The project creates a new landscaped public space which links to the nearby community and retail spaces, as well as enhancing accessibility and public safety.
Reservoir station by Genton and McGregor Coxall.
Image: Peter Clarke
“The project was an opportunity to expand on the design thinking learned through our multi-award winning Frankston Station. When approaching civic design, we aim to celebrate the local context, driven by a commitment to creating meaningful, community-led spaces,” says Genton Principal Marc Debney.
Resevoir station is projected to be an important transport interchange in the future, and the design includes allowances for a larger bus interchange and tram route.
“As public transportation usage increases due to population growth and consciousness around sustainability, we design these spaces with the intention that they become both a hub for connectivity and a source of civic pride,” said Debney.
Source: Architecture - architectureau
