Construction News
04/11/2024
New Redevelopment Plans Unveiled To Transform London Liverpool Street Station
Network Rail Property has announced updated plans for a major redevelopment of London Liverpool Street, aiming to transform it into a modernised hub that elevates the passenger experience and meets future demands.
With over 100 million annual users, projected to exceed 140 million by 2050, the iconic station is set to become a premier destination in its own right.
The proposed transport-focused redesign includes expanded concourse areas, additional facilities, and improved accessibility features aimed at easing congestion and enhancing passenger convenience. Key upgrades include step-free access throughout the station and the London Underground, seven new lifts, and four additional escalators, doubling the current count. New entrances will be introduced on Liverpool Street, Bishopsgate, and Exchange Square, and the station will benefit from better signage, more ticket barriers, expanded waiting lounges, and family-friendly restrooms on each level.
Aiming to meet diverse needs, the plans also incorporate a wider range of dining and retail options, increased cycle storage with direct platform access, and ample space within the station for smoother navigation.
This revised scheme, developed with architecture firm ACME, seeks to balance the operational demands of a 21st-century transport hub while respecting the station's historic architecture. Following feedback on a 2023 proposal that met with opposition from heritage groups, Network Rail has made significant adjustments to ensure the redevelopment honours Liverpool Street’s architectural heritage, including its iconic 1864 design and 1991 reconfiguration.
Network Rail Property is currently consulting with stakeholders to finalise a plan that preserves the station’s historic charm while delivering a world-class experience for passengers.
With over 100 million annual users, projected to exceed 140 million by 2050, the iconic station is set to become a premier destination in its own right.
The proposed transport-focused redesign includes expanded concourse areas, additional facilities, and improved accessibility features aimed at easing congestion and enhancing passenger convenience. Key upgrades include step-free access throughout the station and the London Underground, seven new lifts, and four additional escalators, doubling the current count. New entrances will be introduced on Liverpool Street, Bishopsgate, and Exchange Square, and the station will benefit from better signage, more ticket barriers, expanded waiting lounges, and family-friendly restrooms on each level.
Aiming to meet diverse needs, the plans also incorporate a wider range of dining and retail options, increased cycle storage with direct platform access, and ample space within the station for smoother navigation.
This revised scheme, developed with architecture firm ACME, seeks to balance the operational demands of a 21st-century transport hub while respecting the station's historic architecture. Following feedback on a 2023 proposal that met with opposition from heritage groups, Network Rail has made significant adjustments to ensure the redevelopment honours Liverpool Street’s architectural heritage, including its iconic 1864 design and 1991 reconfiguration.
Network Rail Property is currently consulting with stakeholders to finalise a plan that preserves the station’s historic charm while delivering a world-class experience for passengers.
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