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Wakefield Interchange

Part 1 Project 2004
Shyuan Kuee
Celia De Villiers
 University of Sheffield | UK
Wakefield Interchange is a proposed central hub for trains, buses, taxis and pedestrians, in the suburb. The integration of the transportation system is aimed to discourage private car use in the city, following certain cues from the recent urban regeneration initiatives by Yorkshire Forward. The introduction of a link across the station significantly increased the interaction between the previously disconnected residential and industrial areas. A cluster of contemporary fluid structures resulted following a series of explorations, hidden behind the intact Victorian façade; this project is also about the elegant affiliation between the old and the new.


This project resulted from an initial investigation exploring the composition of fluid forms and their potential relationship to a forgotten hinterland on the edge of Wakefield. The work also explored commuter’s perceptions and journeys. Her technical studies focussed on exploring the relationship between the raised waiting areas and the railway lines below. This was achieved through a number of highly articulated perspective studies, which showed a mature intelligent understanding of structure and skin. Overall a sophisticated urban project that is simple yet highly innovative in its approach and architectural resolution.
Tutor(s)
2004
Birdseye view: three dimensional expression of proposal
Folding Architecture: Physical and digital exploration of potential 3 dimensional outcomes; Folding concrete slabs form creases creating differential conditions for the variety of programmes.
Concept: Continuity between building envelope and load-bearing structures
Conceptual studies of accommodation and circulation.
Potential connection between of the two separated areas through the interchange
Journey through the site taking place in sequential sequences; starting from the rear
Vibrancy introduced through retails elements.
Pedestrian Bridge: escalators allow smooth pedestrian flow; underfloor lighting suggests segregation of spaces.
Colours indicate different spaces allocated for various means of transportation system; Elevation showing the listed Victorian façade with the new ‘inviible’ interaction beyond.
Section bb + ground floor plan
Sectional perspective looking from SW: play between solid forms of circulation spaces and lightness of the enclosure.
Acoustic studies incorporating sustainability issues.
Interior and exterior lighting considerations.
Final physical model
A catalytic intervention which reunites.
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