Project Details
Project: Vaughan Metropolitan Centre Station
Location: Vaughan City, Canada
Products: Stainless steel ceiling with mirrored surface finish and five different levels PVD blue colors
Description
The station called Vaughan Metropolitan Centre Station (VMC) is a part of the subway system located at Jane Street and Highway 7 Vaughan City The station is at the north end of the subway line replacing up to that point Sheppard West subway station since December 17, 2017.
This station is one of two subway stations in Toronto operated by York Region together with Highway 407. Although both stations are classified as transit-oriented, they continue to be important transfer hubs for commuters within Vaughan City and any other region of interest.
Vaughan Station Development
Similar to the other stations, Vaughan Metropolitan Centre Station which is also named based on its location is a government transit terminal. It functions as a regional transportation center alongside other potential CBDs in the GTHA with future development in mind.
There are 900 parking spots at the Vaughan Metropolitan Station, different from other parking lots at the TTC rapid transit station which are owned and operated by the TTC itself, but parking lots at Vaughan Metropolitan Station are owned and operated by SmartCentres.
Multifunctional Transit Center
As a transit center, the Vaughn Metropolitan Station aimed at spurring the comprehensive construction of multifunctional utility systems. To structure the new town which was envisioned around the station, there was a unifying element and structure in the form of a landmark.
This station is located in an area of intensive construction; passengers can use different types of transportation here. The objects are a platform, station hall, and entrance building situated on the territory of the north-south linear park which enriches the central axis of the city.
Natural Light Integration
The intended design of the station will also promote the intake of natural light in the waiting area apart from enhancing the flow of traffic trains. There is a crossing X-forming bridge which makes fantastic openings for observation of trains and platforms underneath.
Besides convenience and simplicity, geometry and transparency provide a more safe and secure transport environment. Additional services will deter or complement the station of the subway which spaces in the future have been providing for retail prospects.
Reflective Architectural Harmony
The station has a stainless steel ceiling in which special mirrors are used to cast light within the station to create the right level of illumination. They mirror the flow of passengers and trains, thus combining design and utility into an already more enjoyable experience.
Just a well-done project improved with artistic and unique characteristics makes an unforgettable impression on the visitors. This thoughtful design makes people happy even after they are gone and makes the design work much longer than it takes a person to walk through it.
