Construction Photos Reveal Progress on HS2's Old Oak Common Station by WilkinsonEyre
Recent construction images reveal the progress of the Old Oak Common station in west London, a key component of the HS2 high-speed rail initiative. Crafted by WilkinsonEyre and WSP, this facility will feature six platforms for HS2 and eight for conventional trains. The two-story concrete edifice includes high-speed platforms situated within an 850-metre station box, located 20 metres below ground. All platforms have been installed, and work on the vaulted roof, which includes solar panels, is ongoing. The design pays homage to the area's industrial past. Old Oak Common is set to become one of the UK's largest transport hubs and the biggest subsurface station, with services anticipated to commence between 2036 and 2039. The HS2 project has sparked debate due to environmental issues and projected costs ranging from £87 to £102 billion.
Key facts
- Old Oak Common station is under construction in west London as part of HS2.
- Designed by WilkinsonEyre and WSP.
- Station includes six HS2 platforms and eight conventional platforms.
- High-speed platforms are in an 850-metre station box 20 metres below ground.
- All 14 platforms have been installed.
- Vaulted roof with solar panels and daylight openings is yet to be completed.
- Passenger trains expected to open between 2036 and 2039.
- HS2 cost estimated between £87 and £102 billion as of May.
Entities
Artists
- WilkinsonEyre
- Grimshaw
Institutions
- HS2
- WSP
- Dezeen
Locations
- London
- United Kingdom
- Birmingham
- Old Oak Common
- West Midlands
Sources
- Dezeen —