North Williamstown Station
Victoria, Australia
Level Crossing Removal Project (LXRP)
Project 2019 – 2022
North Williamstown Station is part of the Ferguson Street Level Crossings Removal lowered rail solution, delivered within the WPA programme of works.
Contributing to our success and efficient project delivery has been our engagement with LXRP, MTM, DoT, Traditional Owners and Council stakeholders.
Key outcomes include:
New rail station with a distinctive address aligned with local character and heritage. Functionality to Local Station requirements including customer and staff facilities, vertical transport, and operational amenities.
Retention and repurposing of the existing heritage station building within the new development.
A new plaza and landscaped spaces link the east and west open spaces into an extended public realm, framing the station as a pavilion in the park.
Slender, elegant canopies maximise views through the precinct. Canopy soffit colours are generated from local heritage, landscape and maritime themes, while sitting discreetly within the precinct.
To allow the key elements of the heritage station to predominate, a consistent organising device of charcoal steel frame to the platforms, lifts, support building and parkiteer was devised with a restrained infill palette. In addition, new elements echo the proportions of the heritage station building.
Vertical transport and lowered platforms enjoy open, uninterrupted sightlines from the public plaza for natural surveillance and security.
Integrated artwork reflects the unique rail heritage of the area, complementing First Nations artworks and interpretation assets within the landscaped precinct.
